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New Zealand Kaleidoscope Tour

 
7 days/6 nights - Auckland to Christchurch by Coach or Car
 DEPARTURE DATES

December to April in 2008

PRICE
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Prices are per person twin share
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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Discover New Zealand's compact kaleidoscope of landscapes. Journey underground on a subterranean adventure through limestone chambers and passages, weave between steaming thermal springs and boiling mud, or be captivated by some of the world’s most magnificent scenery at Milford Sound. You’ll leave with an intimate understanding of New Zealand.

*This tour can be taken in a reverse direction, starting from Christchurch and concluding in Auckland.

Day 1: Arrive Auckland
Welcome to Auckland, the ‘City of Sails’.

Day 2: Auckland, Waitomo, Rotorua
(226 miles) (lunch and dinner included) (optional meal plans begin today) Travel to the fascinating Waitomo Caves where you will enjoy lunch before 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 3: Rotorua Sightseeing
Today experience the many varied sights that Rotorua has to offer. Visit Te Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve. Learn about traditional Maori crafts at Te Puia, before traveling to Rainbow Springs and Rainbow Farm Show. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure

Day 4: Rotorua, Queenstown
(airfare not included) Fly to Queenstown, the ‘adventure capital’, where you will be transferred to your hotel. The rest of your day is to enjoy at leisure.

Day 5: 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 fjord before returning to Queenstown.

Day 6: Queenstown
A free day to enjoy the many activities on offer. Staff at ‘The Station Information Centre’ can assist with information for things to see and do.

Day 7: Queenstown, Christchurch
(369 miles) Today’s journey takes you through some of New Zealand’s most dramatic landscapes. Arrive in Christchurch early evening.

Pricing CA$ Standard Quality Superior

Seat in Coach

Room Only 1280 1376 1484
Including Breakfast 1439 1540 1680
Single Supplement 496 584 969

Self Drive

Room Only 1264 1360 1464
Including Breakfast 1416 1520 1656
Single Supplement 804 904 1008
Pricing US$ Standard Quality Superior

Seat in Coach

Room Only 1232 1324 1429
Including Breakfast 1385 1483 1617
Single Supplement 477 562 670

Self Drive

Room Only 1217 1309 1409
Including Breakfast 1363 1463 1594
Single Supplement 774 870 970