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10 days/9 nights - Auckland to Christchurch by Coach or Car
 DEPARTURE DATES
October to April in 2008
PRICE
Refer to pricing grid below
Prices are per person twin share

Prices vary on Coach Dec 1, 2007 to Mar 31, 2008 and Self Drive Oct 20, 2007 to Mar 31, 2008. Please contact us for details
INCLUDED 
· Tours and sightseeing as indicated in the itinerary
NOT INCLUDED
· Return airfare from New Zealand (please contact us for airfare pricing from your home city)
· Taxes, fees and airline surcharges
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If you are planning to travel around New Zealand, you will find that this itinerary offers a complete New Zealand experience, based entirely on your own terms. Extend your stay at any point along the way, and add in some of our recommended 'Must See' Attractions

Day 1: Arrive Auckland
Welcome to Auckland. This afternoon we suggest a city sightseeing tour with Great Sights.

Day 2: Auckland, Bay of Islands
(149 miles) (optional meal plans begin today) Cross the Auckland Harbour Bridge and travel north to the beautiful Bay of Islands. Arrive in Paihia and enjoy a guided visit to the historic Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Enjoy the rest of day at leisure.

Day 3: Bay of Islands
A day to enjoy the many leisure activities available – perhaps an optional day excursion to Cape Reinga, deep sea fishing or a visit to historic Russell or Kerikeri.

Day 4: Bay of Islands, Auckland
(149 miles) Cruise to Cape Brett and the ‘Hole in the Rock’. Return to Auckland.

Day 5: Auckland, Waitomo, Rotorua
(226 miles) (lunch and dinner included) Travel to the fascinating Waitomo Caves where you will enjoy lunch and a guided tour of the famous Glowworm Grotto and an underground boat ride. Continue on via Lake Karapiro to arrive in Rotorua. In the evening enjoy a unique Maori Hangi (feast) and Concert.

Day 6: Rotorua Sightseeing
Today visit Rotorua's leading attractions and experience the scenic beauty, history and culture of Rotorua on a full day Great Sights sightseeing tour. Highlights include Te Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, Te Puia, Rainbow Springs Nature Park, New Zealand Farm Show, free leisure time to shop and have lunch, Buried Village and Rotorua Museum.

Day 7: Rotorua, Queenstown
(airfare not included) Fly to Queenstown, New Zealand’s adventure capital, where you will be transferred to your hotel. The rest of your day is to enjoy at leisure.

Day 8: Milford Sound Excursion
Travel with Great Sights along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau, gateway to the Fiordland National Park. From the Homer Tunnel emerge into the Cleddau Valley. Join your Milford Sound Red Boat Cruise for an unforgettable experience, and explore the wonder of this majestic fiord before returning to Queenstown.

Day 9: Queenstown
A free day to enjoy the many adventure activities on offer. Staff at ‘The Station Information Centre’ can assist with information.

Day 10: Queenstown, Christchurch
(369 miles) Today’s journey takes you through some of New Zealand’s most dramatic landscapes. Arrive in the ‘Garden City’ of Christchurch early evening.

Pricing CA$ Standard Quality Superior

Seat in Coach

Room Only 1808 1928 2096
Including Breakfast 2042 2183 2380
Single Supplement 744 864 1032

Self Drive

Room Only 1759 1871 2040
Including Breakfast 1993 2127 2320
Single Supplement 1208 1344 1520
Pricing US$ Standard Quality Superior

Seat in Coach

Room Only 1740 1856 2017
Including Breakfast 1966 2101 2290
Single Supplement 716 832 993

Self Drive

Room Only 1693 1801 1964
Including Breakfast 1918 2047 2233
Single Supplement 1163 1294 1463