Travelmarvel, New Zealand Tours, Holiday Packages, Milford Sound, Bay of Islands, Escorted Touring
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18 Day 1. Arrive Auckland. Be met on arrival into Auckland and transferred to your hotel. Stay: Rydges Auckland Hotel. D Day 2. Auckland, Waitomo, Rotorua. Like a Local – Travel to Waitomo and discover the magical natural spectacle of the Waitomo Caves where thousands of tiny luminescent creatures radiate an unmistakable glow. Continue to the geothermal capital of Rotorua. Visit Te Puia, New Zealand's premier cultural centre, enjoy a guided tour of the Maori Arts & Crafts Institute and see Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley. A Taste of New Zealand – enjoy a traditional Maori Hangi Feast. Stay (Two Nights): Rydges Rotorua. B, FD Day 3. Rotorua. Rotorua captures the essence of New Zealand with its geothermal geysers, fascinating Maori culture and rich heritage. Your sightseeing continues with a visit to the Agrodome, with its entertaining sheep shearing demonstration, dog trials and animal nursery. B COUNTRY HOMESTAY, ROTORUA Perhaps experience a special Country Homestay. Enjoy warm hospitality, and a real insight into rural New Zealand life. See page 29 for details. Day 4. Rotorua, Taupo, Wellington. Departing Rotorua, travel along the Thermal Explorer Highway through a region abundant with geothermal activity, crystal-clear lakes, natural spas and rich Maori culture. Visit Lake Taupo and Huka Falls. Later, travel across Tongariro National Park to Wellington. Stay: Ibis Wellington Hotel. B Day 5. Wellington, Cook Strait, Christchurch. Like a Local – enjoy a scenic voyage as the Interislander ferry traverses the Cook Strait through the breathtaking Marlborough and Queen Charlotte sounds. Weave through unspoilt islands and admire coastlines defined by tiny coves on the way to Picton. Continue to Christchurch via Kaikoura. Stay: Christchurch, Quality Hotel Elms. BD Day 6. Christchurch, Fox Glacier. Absorb the picturesque rural scenery from aboard your coach before beginning the ascent into the Main Divide. Then, sit back and enjoy the vistas as you journey through the towering, captivating Southern Alps. Continue along the coast to Westland National Park and see Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier. Over thousands of years, these remarkable natural wonders have created immense glacial valleys. Stay: Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier. BD New Zealand Discoverer 12 Days | Auckland | Rotorua | Wellington | Queenstown | Dunedin | Lake Tekapo Adventure awaits in picturesque Queenstown YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES 11 nights premium accommodation Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director and experienced Driver Premium air-conditioned coach travel Special Welcome and Farewell Dinners All sightseeing, cruises, tours and entrance fees as specified Airport transfers on the first and last day A special travel bag and a handy wallet 18 delicious meals – 11 Breakfasts (B), 5 Dinners (D) & 2 Feature Dinners (FD) INSIDER EXPERIENCES Visit the fascinating glowworm caves of Waitomo Experience Maori culture at a Hangi feast Cruise the Cook Strait on the Interislander Ferry Bask in idyllic views during your Special Stay at Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview Cruise along Milford Sound and enjoy spectacular views Experience the beauty and grandeur of Aoraki Mt Cook National Park Stay on the shores of Lake Tekapo and indulge in a Farewell Dinner TRANZALPINE TRAIN You might like to enhance your journey by taking one of the world's most scenic rail journeys aboard the TranzAlpine Train – crossing the Canterbury Plains and travelling up into the scenic Southern Alps to Arthur's Pass. See page 29 for details. – www.travelmarvel.com.au –