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NEW ZEALAND 2020-2021
3-18 day 8-21 day 8-19 day
Fully Guided Experiences Flexible Guided Experiences Small Group Journeys
The Long White Cloud
19 DAYS CHRISTCHURCH AUCKLAND NZIJ
HIGHLIGHTS
Hike the path of where the
Franz Josef glacier once
stood, and wander through
New Zealand’s vibrant capital
DISCOVER
Wellington.
Visit the magical Glowworm
Grotto in Waitomo, then take
a guided walk through the
EXPLORE Redwood Forest.
Lean about Rainbow Springs
kiwi hatchery program, and
tour the grounds and castle
of the Larnach Family in
IMMERSE
Dunedin.
Unwind in Rotorua’s healing
waters, and wake up to the
beauty of Milford Sound
when staying at the bespoke
RELAX
Milford Sound Lodge.
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Sightseeing stops
AUCKLAND 1
Rotorua
Waitomo Caves 2
Huka
Lake Taupo Falls
Hawke’s 2
Bay
Picton 2 Wellington
Hokitika Arthur’s Kaikoura
Pass
Franz Josef TranzAlpine
Glacier 2 Train
Makarora Haast 1 1
CHRISTCHURCH
Milford 2
Sound 3 Queenstown
Te Anau
2 Dunedin
Gore
Redwoods Treewalk
CH SE THIS TRI I UDL ET
Traverse the Canter ur Plains on oard the TranzAlpine Immerse yourself in traditional Māori life
Gain insight into the Fiordland ational Park no ine tasting at one o apier’s reno ned ineries
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On arrival at Christchurch Airport you'll be Travel up the east coast through Omarau.
driven by private car to your hotel. Spend Back in Christchurch, embark on a sightseeing
the afternoon at leisure before joining your tour of the city.
Journey Director and fellow travellers for
a Welcome Reception. 1 rs r ell o
Travel along the Pacific coast to the whale-
rs r ra ose watching capital of Kaikoura. Continue to the
Travel in comfort across the Canterbury seaside village of Picton. Later cross the Cook
Plains through the Southern Alps aboard Strait to Wellington for a city sightseeing tour,
TranzAlpine train. From Arthur's Pass, and then visit Te Papa Museum of New Zealand.
visit the small town of Hokitika, and meet Hotel: Sofitel, 2 nights. B DW Franz Josef Glacier
a local greenstone (jade) carver. Later we
continue to Franz Josef, where you’ll spend 1 L
two nights in an eco-friendly retreat. Today see Wellington your way. Why not visit
2 Weta Cave, home of the creative wizards behind
The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies
J R S or go on a walking tour around Wellington.
After a relaxed start we explore this area,
where a local guide explains the history behind 1 ell o Hawke s a
the Franz Josef Glacier. Travel through the dairy farming land of
Manawatu to Napier in Hawke's Bay. This
ra ose ee s ow evening, enjoy dinner at your hotel.
This morning it’s time for an adventure as 2
we travel in a purpose-built fully enclosed river Milford Sound
jet boat and journey down the Haast River. 1 N R S
After a lunch break at Makarora we head to Enjoy a relaxed start before you venture out
Queenstown, taking time to stop and explore to explore Napier. Join a local guide for a
the historic gold-mining village of Arrowtown walking tour where you’ll gain an insight into
on the Arrow River, and then an orientation tour the city's Art Deco style. This evening, enjoy
on arrival. 3 wine-tasting and Local Dining Experience at
one of their world-famous wineries.
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Enjoy Queenstown your way. Why not join 1 Hawke s a Ro or a
a wine tour, view The Lord of the Rings film Enjoy a leisurely start before continuing the
locations or spend time at the spa. journey to nearby Rotorua. Visit the spectacular
Huka Falls, before arriving in Rotorua for a
L sightseeing tour. Later, visit the Whakarewarewa
Today, why not brace some of Queenstown's Living Village for an insight into Māori life. Wellington
most daring activities. This evening, enjoy a This evening, your Local Dining Experience
Local Dining Experience at one of Queenstown’s is an authentic Māori Hangi and concert at the
exclusive restaurants. B DE Tamaki Māori Village. 2
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Travel south along the shores of Lake Wakatipu Ascending to the breathtaking Redwoods
to Te Anau and then through the rainforest Treewalk, enjoy an elevated bird’s eye view EMAIL US
of World Heritage Fiordland National Park. of the 115-year old redwood giants redwood
Tonight, stay at Milford Sound Lodge, with giants. Next stop is Rainbow Springs Nature OR PHONE US NOW
views of the magical Cleddau Valley. Park. Discover native flora that grows around
2 the crystal clear mineral water springs and
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you might even spot a kiwi or two.
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Wake up to the startling beauty of Milford 1 Ro or a kla d
Sound. Learn more about Fiordland National Make your way to the famous Waitomo
Park with an informative talk by a local expert. Caves for an exclusive 5-star Eco Glowworm
Later, board the Southern Discoveries vessel for experience. Later, travel through the dairy farming
a half day exploration of Milford Sound. district of Waikato, and onto Auckland. This
evening, toast your trip together at a Celebration
9 l ord So d ed Dinner. Hotel: Sofitel. B CD
We leave the majestic Fiordland National Park
for the picturesque of South Otago. Travel 19 arewell ro kla d
through the musical town of Gore, before arriving Time to say farewell as your Inspiring Journey
in Dunedin. 2 comes to an end and you are transferred to
Auckland Airport for your onward flight.
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This morning, join an exclusive tour of
Larnach Castle. Spend the afternoon at leisure.
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