Travelmarvel, New Zealand Tours, Holiday Packages, Milford Sound, Bay of Islands, Escorted Touring
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24 Day 1. Arrive Christchurch. On arrival into Christchurch airport you will be met by a Travelmavel Representative and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy a special Welcome Dinner this evening. Stay: Quality Hotel Elms, Christchurch. FD Day 2. Christchurch, Franz Josef 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. Over thousands of years, this remarkable natural wonder has created immense glacial valleys. Stay: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier. BD Day 3. Franz Josef Glacier, Queenstown. Today you will travel across the stunning snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps through spectacular Haast Pass, skirting the tranquil shores of lakes Wanaka and Hawea to the alpine resort of Queenstown on Lake Wakatipu. Stay (Two Nights): Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview, or similar. B Day 4. Queenstown. Queenstown is perfect for adventurers and leisure-seekers alike. Today, during time at leisure, you have the freedom to simply relax or choose one of Travelmarvel's exciting optional experiences. These include a relaxing cruise to Walter Peak Station or a gondola ride to the top of Bob's Peak for spectacular panoramic views over Queenstown. Or take a thrilling Shotover Jet Boat ride for a different perspective on Queenstown. Alternatively, your Travelmarvel Tour Director will be able to suggest a range of activities and experiences so you can explore this exciting city. (All at own expense.) B Day 5. Queenstown, Mt Cook, Lake Tekapo. This morning, Like a Local – we journey into Aoraki Mt Cook National Park to view Australasia's highest mountain, Mt Cook before travelling on to Lake Tekapo, a picturesque town in the heart of the spectacular Mackenzie district, famous for its azure coloured lake. Special Stay – arrive at your hotel, situated on the shores of Lake Tekapo and enjoy a special dinner of local produce. Stay: Lake Tekapo, Peppers Bluewater Resort. BD Day 6. Lake Tekapo, Christchurch, Auckland. Visit the tiny Church of the Good Shepherd on the shores of Lake Tekapo, built as a tribute to the region's early pioneers. Enjoy the pristine beauty and the azure waters of Lake Tekapo. Later, travel to Christchurch airport for your afternoon flight to Auckland. Stay: Amora Hotel, Auckland. B New Zealand Navigator 24 Days | Christchurch | Franz Josef Glacier | Queenstown | Mt Cook | Rotorua | Milford Sound Admire the iconic beauty of the Bay of Islands TRANZALPINE TRAIN Perhaps take one of the world's most scenic rail journeys aboard the TranzAlpine Train – travelling up into the Southern Alps to Arthur's Pass. See page 29 for details. YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES 9 nights premium hotel accommodation and 14 nights in an Ocean-View Stateroom on board cruise Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director and experienced Driver (Land tour only) Premium air-conditioned coach travel Flight from Christchurch to Auckland Port charges and taxes onboard your Holland America Line cruise Special Welcome Dinner 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 55 delicious meals – 23 Breakfasts (B), 13 Lunches (L), 17 Dinners (D) & 2 Feature Dinners (FD) INSIDER EXPERIENCES Experience the beauty and grandeur of Aoraki Mt Cook National Park and admire the breathtaking views of Australasia's highest peak Stay on the shores of Lake Tekapo at Peppers Bluewater Resort Take a dolphin-watching cruise to Cape Brett in the Bay of Islands Cruise along Milford Sound and enjoy spectacular views of this pristine wilderness area NEW OCEAN CRUISING IN 2016/17! – www.travelmarvel.com.au –