Freedom Holidays New Zealand

Freedom Holidays
Land of the Rings
From Auckland to Christchurch Duration: 6 days | 5 nights
From $2,029.00
See some of the glorious sites used in the filming of Lord of the Rings - as well as our scenic highlights.
Holiday type: Hotel Holidays
Departures: Daily
1

Auckland - Waitomo - Rotorua

Travel south through lush Waikato farmland, past Hamilton, to Waitomo Caves for a boat ride under a galaxy of glow-worms. Continue east to Rotorua, steeped in Maori culture and history. Tonight enjoy a Maori Hangi (feast) and concert. Overnight at Rotorua.

2

At Rotorua (Hobbiton)

This morning – see roaring geysers and boiling mud pools at the thermal area, tame trout at the springs and performing sheep and dogs at the Agrodome. This afternoon you will be driven through the rolling countryside of South Waikato to visit the set of ‘Hobbiton’.

3

Rotorua - Queenstown (Flight included) 

You will be transferred to Rotorua to meet your flight to Queenstown. If the weather is favourable ask for seats that will allow you to view the central plateau volcanoes (Mt Doom) as you fly south above the volcanic plateau. On arrival in Queenstown you will be taken to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to enjoy the activities of this alpine resort, from thrilling jet boat rides to leisurely lake cruises, 4WD safaris and bungy jumping. Stay 3 nights in Queenstown.

4

Queenstown - Milford Sound - Queenstown

An early start around the southern shores of Lake Wakatipu to Lake Te Anau, then into Fiordland National Park. Pass through pristine beech forests and the Homer Tunnel to view the majesty of Mitre Peak and Bowen Falls aboard a cruise on the Sound. Climb out of Milford Sound to return to Queenstown by evening.

5

At Queenstown

This morning you will travel by 4WD vehicle to many of the sites used for the filming of 'Lord of the Rings’ these include: Lothlorien, Isengard, Ithilien Camp, Amon Hen. Afternoon at leisure or at an extra cost you can add an afternoon tour including: Ford of Bruinen, Misty Mountains, Pillars of the Kings, Road to Mordor.

6

Queenstown - Mount Cook - Christchurch

Travel north through the Lindis Pass to the McKenzie Country. Here you will see the spectacular country used to portray the Pelennor Fields, Misty Mountains, and the foothills of the White Mountains. Continue to Mt Cook where you can enjoy an optional lunch at the Hermitage or perhaps a ski plane flight. Continue north through Burkes Pass, Fairlie and Geraldine to Christchurch where your tour ends at 6.45pm.

Holiday Pricing Share Twin Single Triple Breakfast
Bronze $2,219.00 $3,049.00 $2,029.00 $145.00
Silver $2,379.00 $3,359.00 $2,129.00 $170.00
Gold $2,509.00 $3,629.00 $2,249.00 $190.00

Rates valid until 31 August 2011. Rates from 1 September 2011 to 31 October 2011 are available on application.

 

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Inclusions

5 nights Accommodation

6 days car hire

Rotorua/Queenstown one way airfare

Transfers within journey

Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Maori Hangi & Concert

Te Puia Thermal Valley

Rainbow Springs

Agrodome Sheep Show

Hobbiton Movie Set Tour

Milford Sound Cruise includiing lunch

Safaris of the Scenes Tour

Mt Cook National Park