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Auckland - Waitomo - RotoruaTravel south through lush Waikato farmland to Waitomo Caves fro 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. Stay 2 nights in Rotorua. |
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At RotoruaThis 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. Your afternoon is free, ther are many activities to enjoy. |
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Rotorua - WellingtonTravel South to Wairakai - wreathed by steam, then to the picturesque township of Taupo. Skirt Lake Taupo, and cross the volcanic landscape of the Desert Road past the majestic peaks of Tongariro, Ngaruahoe and Ruapehu. Continue across the fertile plains of the Manawatu and along the rugged Kapiti coastline to Wellington. Stay 2 nights in Wellington. |
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At WellingtonA morning tour of the city will take in the Parliament Buildings, Old St Paul's Cathedral, Mt Victoria and an optional ride on the cable court. This afternoon is free to enjoy our capital city. |
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Wellington - Picton - ChristchurchCross Cook Strait by ferry,to the Marlborough Sounds and Picton. The TranzCoastal train skims the spectacular coastline between the Kaikoura Ranges and the Pacific. Continue through North Canterbury sheep country to Christchurch arriving in the evening. Stay 2 nights in Christchurch. |
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Christchurch -Greymouth - GlaciersAboard the renowned TranzAlpine train cross the Canterbury Plains to the mountains, where Arthur's Pass and Otira Tunnel lead to the West Coast. Continue by coach along the narrow, bush clad, coastal plain. Stay 2 nights in Fox or Franz Josef Glacier townships. |
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At GlaciersA whole day is available for optional excursions on the Glacier, for bush walks or simply soak up the beauty of snow-capped mountains contrasting with the deep greens of the native bush. |
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Glaciers - QueenstownHead south to into dense rainforest broken by rugged coastel vistas. The Haast River guides you inland through the Haast Pass to Lake Wanaka. Continue on this afternoon through the rugged Kawarau Gorge to Queenstown. Stay 2 nights in Queenstown. |
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At QueenstownToday is free for you to enjoy this fabulous alpine resort- we have included the Skyline Gondola in your tour. There are dozens of optional activities from thrilling jet boat rides to leisurely lake cruises, 4WD safaris and bungy jumping. |
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Queenstown - Milford Sound - Te AnauAn 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 Miter Peak and Bowen Falls aboard a cruise on the Sound. Depart Milford Sound to return to Te Anau. Stay 1 night in Te Anau. |
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Te Anau - DunedinThis morning cross the Waimea Plains towards the farming community of Gore, then continue across the rolling hill country of Southland and South Otago to Dunedin, the 'Edinburgh of the South'. Consider staying an eztra day. Stay 1 night Dunedin. |
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Dunedin - ChristchurchTravel north through historic Oamaru, and seaside Timaru, then across the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch. Stay 1 night in Christchurch. Please note, no commentary is provided on this journey. |
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Christchurch - AucklandTransfer to the airport for your flight to Auckland where your tour ends on arrival at Auckland Airport. |
| Holiday Pricing | Share Twin | Single | Triple | Breakfast |
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| Bronze | $4,089.00 | $5,609.00 | $3,909.00 | $300.00 |
| Silver | $4,579.00 | $6,589.00 | $4,269.00 | $350.00 |
| Gold | $4,959.00 | $7,429.00 | $4,529.00 | $390.00 |
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Rates valid until 30 September 2012. Rates from 1 September 2011 to 31 October 2011 are available on application. |
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