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New Zealand & beyond
STOPOVER
Why not take advantage of our great stopover offers? Stopover in Los Angeles or Hong Kong on the way to New Zealand, or Fiji and Tahiti on your return journey. You can even extend your Fiji or Tahiti stopover if you wish.
Hong Kong
2 nights for only £99
See pages 76-77 for details.
Fiji
3 nights for only £399
DAY 9 - Morning included visit to Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve to view the boiling mud pools and spouting geysers. Optional afternoon excursion to the Agrodome to see a display of working sheep dogs and a visit to Rainbow Springs to see the rare kiwi bird, the national emblem of New Zealand. Alternatively, relax in one of the thermal baths in Rotorua. During the evening there will be an opportunity to visit a Maori Concert and Hangi, a meal cooked in centuries-old fashion by underground steam. DAY 10 - Drive south through the Wairakei Valley, past the spectacular Huka Falls to stunningly beautiful Lake Taupo, New Zealand's largest freshwater lake. Continue to Wellington, the capital city of New Zealand which enjoys a beautiful setting on the southern tip of North Island. City tour on arrival and overnight accommodation has been arranged. DAY 11 - Today you will sail from North Island to South Island. The crossing takes approximately three hours as you sail through the picturesque Cook Strait to Picton. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel for an overnight stay. South Island is sparsely populated and provides a complete escape from modern living. Here amongst the grandeur of snow-capped peaks, still fjords and rugged coastline you will find a warm welcome. DAY 12 - Today you will drive along the Kaikoura coast to the delightful city of Christchurch. En route (subject to the season) you may be lucky enough to enjoy some whale watching. On arrival in Christchurch enjoy a city tour before transferring to the hotel for an overnight stay. DAY 13 - Today you will take the Tranz-Alpine Express on a spectacular journey into the Southern Alps. It is the highlight of any visit to New Zealand and we've included it in the price. All the way from Christchurch to Arthur's Pass, the South Island's highest railway station, you will be delighted by the snow-capped Southern Alps, majestic gorges and lush rain forest. At Arthur's Pass you will rejoin your coach and continue south to the magnificent scenery and glaciers of the Franz Josef and Fox Glacier regions. An overnight stop will be made. DAY 14 - Continue through Westland National Park along one of the most scenic roads ever built. You cross Clark Bluff and the Haast River Bridge before continuing to Queenstown. Upon arrival you will transfer to the hotel for a three night stay. DAY 15 - An exciting full day optional excursion to beautiful Milford Sound. The tour takes you to Te Anau, the gateway to Fjordland National Park. You then continue through forests of the Eglinton Valley and the glacial canyons of the Hollyford Valley, before arriving at Milford Sound. There will be an included cruise (weather permitting) on the Sound before returning by coach. DAY 16 - Explore Queenstown at your leisure or take an optional excursion; ride on a jet boat, cruise on Lake Wakatipu or take a gondola ride for spectacular views over Queenstown. DAY 17 - Depart Queenstown and drive into the heart of Central Otago passing through the former gold towns of Cromwell, Alexandra and Roxburgh. Continue to the charming city of Dunedin, originally planned and settled by the Church of Scotland. You will enjoy a city tour prior to transferring to your hotel for an overnight stay. DAY 18 - This morning you will depart Dunedin and travel north. A stop will be made to see the Moeraki beach boulders. You will then follow the Waitiki River inland to Mount Cook, the highest peak in New Zealand. Optional scenic flights will be available before continuing to Omarama for an overnight stop. DAY 19 - This morning you cross Burkes Pass to Lake Tekapo. You will then continue across the Canterbury Plains and return to Christchurch. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel for a two night stay. DAY 20 - Today will be free to explore the city and finish any last minute shopping. DAY 21 - Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK. By re-crossing the International Dateline you gain time and arrive the next day. DAY 22 - Arrival in the UK. THE MAORI TRADITION A hundred years ago, reeling under the impact of European civilisation, the Maori faced the prospect of complete extinction. Today, their rich traditions form an integral part of present day New Zealand. The traditional Maori arts of woodcarving, music, dance and rock-drawing remain strong, particularly on North Island, where most of their native communities are to be found.
See pages 76-77 for details.
Tahiti
4 nights for only £599
See pages 76-77 for details.
Los Angeles
2 nights for only £89
See pages 76-77 for details.
EXTEND YOUR STAY
New Zealand
Spend a few more days at the end of your holiday. For details see page 76.
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