2016/17 - APT New Zealand

18 Freedom of Choice TM Inclusions – Notes Due to venue closures on some dates, some options may not be available as listed. Minimum and maximum numbers may apply on some activities for them to operate. (*Indicates activity cannot be combined with Auckland City Sights.) Look for This Logo Throughout itineraries, Freedom of Choice TM Sightseeing Inclusions are indicated by this logo. Freedom of Choice TM Different travellers have different interests – so, in the following locations, Alpine Centre & Stargazing Visit the state-of-the-art Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre before learning about the stars of the southern night sky with an expert astronomer. MT COOK OR OR Glacier Explorer Cruise Step aboard a MAC boat for an up-close encounter with icebergs on the Tasman Glacier Terminal Lake (summer months only). Guided Nature Walk On this guided nature walk, you'll discover the native wildlife, flora and beautiful scenery of the dramatic Mt Cook landscape. DUNEDIN Larnach Castle With its exciting, scandalous and tragic history, New Zealand's only castle offers you an insight into its intriguing past. Speight's Brewery Tour & Tasting Located on the same site since 1876, Speight's Brewery has become one of Dunedin and Otago's biggest and best known icons. OR Taieri Gorge Railway Depart from Dunedin's railway station on a journey into the rugged countryside for views of scenery not available from the road. OR OR Otago Peninsula Travel to the Otago Peninsula and choose from three activities – visit an albatross colony, see penguins or enjoy an off-road nature tour. Also available: Visit Olveston House. OR Tall Ship Sailing Step back in time and experience the romance of years gone by aboard the R. Tucker Thompson. A BBQ lunch is included. BAY OF ISLANDS OR OR OR Cape Reinga Day Tour Enjoy a day tour to the very top of New Zealand. Drive along the sands of Ninety Mile Beach and visit the lighthouse at Cape Reinga with lunch included. Dolphin Adventures Dolphins are one of the most fascinating creatures on earth. On this adventure you'll enjoy the chance to get right up close to them. Russell Mini-Tour Cruise to romantic Russell. Gain an insight into New Zealand's earliest European history, and see its beautiful old buildings and museums. Waitangi Guided Tour Enhance your experience of the Waitangi Treaty Grounds on this guided tour, introducing you to the key personalities and events that have shaped New Zealand. Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre Take a guided tour of this world-class destination for historic aircraft, including Sir Peter Jackson's stunning WW1 collection. BLENHEIM OR OR Greenshell Mussel Cruise Soak up the beauty of Marlborough Sounds while enjoying freshly steamed mussels. Learn about the local history and visit a mussel farm. Half-Day Wine Tour This wonderful tour takes you right to the heart of Marlborough wine country with visits to several of the region's premier wineries. Waiheke Wine Tour* Head out across Hauraki Gulf to the picturesque Waiheke Island. On arrival, savour the delightful regional flavours during a wine tour. AUCKLAND Auckland City Sights Visit Ponsonby, Parnell Village and the Rose Gardens. See other sights including Auckland University, Viaduct Basin and The Strand. Pride of Auckland Cruise on the Waitemata Harbour, whilst overlooking the cosmopolitan city of Auckland. Enjoy coffee and muffins as you cruise. Kelly Tarlton's Sea Life Aquarium Be amazed by New Zealand's only colony of Antarctic penguins, watch in awe as huge sharks and stingrays swim overhead. Auckland Museum Receive a guided introduction to New Zealand's must-see Auckland Museum, which houses a wondrous array of interesting exhibits. Devonport Explorer* Discover the quaint harbourside suburb of Devonport, where you'll enjoy a tour and the best views of the city as you stand atop two volcanic cones. Bush & Beach Wilderness Adventure* Experience the real New Zealand with a guided exploration of lush rainforest and black sand beaches. AND OR OR OR OR OR www.aptouring.com.au

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