NEW ZEALAND SHORT CITY TOURS

City stays can be combined to make a full, all-inclusive vacation package.

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NORTH ISLAND

Rotorua/Maoriland: 3-days/2-nights from $375
Includes: From Auckland, take a coach to Glow Worn Grotto, Lake Karapir, then on to the Thermal city of Rotorua. 2 nights in Rotorua. Rotorua sightseeing includes Rainbow Springs Farm, Te Whakarewarew thermal reserve and the Maori Arts and Craft Institute. In evening enjoy a Maori concert and Hangi feat at the Maori village of Te Tawa Ngahere Marae Pa.  Return transfers extra. GW

Beautiful Bay of Island 3-days/2-nights from $395
Includes: Auckland to Bay of Islands. Travel over the harbour bridget to the Bay of Islands. Visit Waitangi treaty house. Take ferry to historic Russell. 1-night in Pahia. Journey to Cape Reinga on Day 2 the very top of north island. Highlights include a drive along 90 mile beach. On Day 3 you will have a choice of sightseeing options before your coach back to Auckland. GW

SOUTH ISLAND

Christchurch & Queenstown: 5-days/4-nights from $450
Includes:1 night  Christchurch, Mount Cook, scenic motorcoach drive to spend 3 nights in Queenstown via motorcoach. Milford Sound tour and cruise, transfers, all taxes. Optional tour. Optional: Farmstay instead of regular hotel. Stay on a working farm and meet the locals GW

West Coaster: 2 or 3 days from $325
Includes: 1 or 2 nights  accommodations the Franz Josef Glacer, motorcoach drive through the Southern Alps via the Haast Pass, past lakes, rainforest and glaciers. Ride the  Tranz Alpine Express for spectacular view of the Alps. Nights can be added to your stay. gw

Coastal Explorer: 8-days/7-nights from $895 Self-drive or $1010 coach tour.
Includes: 7-nights accommodation, breakfast daily,  airport transfers and tours listed below.

DAY 1 — ARRIVE CHRISTCHURCH Welcome to Christchurch, the ‘Garden City’. Perhaps visit the International Antarctic Centre – the ‘must see’ attraction in Christchurch – a unique experience located right next to the International Airport.

DAY 2 — CHRISTCHURCH/ DUNEDIN (225 miles/362 kms) (optional meal plans begin today) Today you will travel across the Canterbury Plains and onto Dunedin, which boasts some of the most beautiful architecture in New Zealand.

DAY 3 — DUNEDIN This morning board the double decker bus for a 11/2 hour tour of Dunedin’s historic sights. This afternoon you will be taken on a tour of the Otago Peninsula including the renowned Royal Albatross Colony (seasonal).

DAY 4 — DUNEDIN/ QUEENSTOWN (176 miles/283 kms) Board the Taieri Gorge Train (Seat-in-Coach only) and enjoy the rugged, unspoiled landscape and the opportunity for sightseeing stops on the way. Experience the breath-taking views of this historic journey to Pukerangi where you will then continue your journey to Queenstown, adventure capital of New Zealand.

DAY 5 — MILFORD SOUND DAY EXCURSION Travel by Great Sights coach along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau, gateway to the Fiordland National Park. From the Homer Tunnel emerge into the Cleddau Valley. Join your Milford Sound Red Boat Cruise, for an unforgettable experience, and explore the wonder of this majestic fiord. Journey to the mouth of the Sound and see the seals and dolphins which inhabit this part of the world. Return to Queenstown.

DAY 6 — QUEENSTOWN A free day to enjoy the many adventure activities on offer. Staff at ‘The Station Information Centre’can assist with information and reservations for the huge selection of things to see and do in and around Queenstown.

DAY 7 — QUEENSTOWN/ FRANZ JOSEF (251 miles/404 kms) Travel north today via Lakes Wanaka and Hawea. Enjoy the rugged West Coast scenery through the Haast Pass and continue on to Franz Josef. We suggest an optional scenic glacier flight to enjoy the stunning scenery this region has to offer.

DAY 8 — FRANZ JOSEF/ TRANZALPINE TRAIN/ CHRISTCHURCH (249 miles/400 kms) Travel to Greymouth and board the scenic TranzAlpine train (Seat-in-Coach only) for a journey famous for its spectacular mountain scenery. Traverse the Southern Alps which divide the East and West Coasts of the South Island. Travel across the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch

                                 NEW ZEALAND NORTH & SOUTH ISLAND CITY STOURS

7-day Reflections from $678
Day 1. Arrive Auckland. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel as chosen below. The rest of the day is at your leisure to enjoy this “City of Sails”.
(E)Airedale / (M)Sky City / (F)Heritage

Day 2. Auckland to Rotorua. Travel to Waitomo Caves for a guided tour of the Glowworm Grotto. Enjoy a BBQ lunch and tonight a traditional Maori concert and hangi (feast). LD
(E)Geyserland / (M)Kingsgate Rotorua / (F)Royal Lakeside

Day 3. Rotorua Sightseeing. Visit Rainbow Springs, Rainbow Farm, Te Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, and the Maoiri Arts and Crafts Institute. The afternoon is at leisure.

Day 4. Rotorua to Queenstown. Fly to Queenstown (airfare not included), New Zealands adventure capital. The remainder of the day at leisure in this alpine resort.
(E)A-Line / (M)Rydges / (F)Heritage

Day 5. Milford Sound Excursion. Travel by coach through the beech forests of Fiordland National Park to Milford Sound. Cruise amidst the spectacular scenery before returning to Queenstown.

Day 6. Queenstown. A free day to explore this exciting alpine resort. Our local reps will help you with information about the many sightseeing options available to you.

Prices includes: 6-nights accommodation, return airport transfers, coach transportation, Maori concert and dinner, BB! lunch and Milford Sound Cruise.