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HIGHLIGHTS OF NEW ZEALAND - 11 nights - 12 days
Featuring the best of both islands, luxury bed and breakfasts, boutique hotels
 and a stay on a 5 star luxury deer farm
PRICE approximately depending on dates:  $4000.00 PER PERSON
(No air included)

ARRIVE CHRISTCHURCH

Upon arrival at Christchurch International Airport you will be met by a representative of Southern Crossings who will hand over your documents and transfer you by private vehicle to your accommodation.

Christchurch – ‘Garden City of New Zealand’. Historic architecture, art galleries, parks, landscaped gardens and the River Avon meandering through the city centre creates a tranquil and charming atmosphere, reminiscent of the cities English heritage.

We suggest the following optional activities during your leisure time:

• ·        International Antarctic Centre

• ·        Travel the city centre aboard the historic tram

• ·        Stroll through Hagley Park

• ·        Punt ride on the Avon River

• ·        Historic Mona Vale Homestead and Gardens

• ·        Christchurch Art Gallery and The Arts Centre

• ·        Canterbury Museum and adjacent Botanical Gardens

• ·        Hot air ballooning over the Canterbury Plains

• ·        Golf at Terrace Downs, Outrigger at Clearwater or Russley Golf Course

ACCOMMODATION FOR ONE NIGHT IN A DOUBLE HOMESTEAD ROOM INCLUDING BREAKFAST AT:

HUNTLEY HOUSE, CHRISTCHURCH

CHRISTCHURCH TO QUEENSTOWN

You will be met at your accommodation by your private car and driver for your transfer to Christchurch Airport.

Fly Christchurch to Queenstown (cost not included).

Upon arrival at Queenstown Airport uplift your mid size automatic rental vehicle including daily insurance, unlimited mileage and accident excess reduction and drive to your accommodation.

Queenstown - ‘Adventure Capital of the World’. Set on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, amidst the towering peaks of the Southern Alps, the scenery provides a perfect backdrop for endless activities and an idyllic haven in which to relax.

ACCOMMODATION FOR TWO NIGHTS IN A DOUBLE LAKEVIEW SUITE ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS AT:

MECURE GRAND HOTEL ST. MORTIZ, QUEENSTOWN

QUEENSTOWN

We suggest the following optional activities during your leisure time:

• ·        Day excursion to Milford Sound or Doubtful Sound, located in the unique Fiordland National Park

• ·        Exhilarating jetboat ride on the Shotover River

• ·        Jetboat excursion or Fun Yak trip on the scenic Dart River

• ·        Horse riding through rolling alpine countryside

• ·        Gondola Ride to Bob’s Peak

• ·        Steamer cruise aboard the TSS Earnslaw to Walter Peak

• ·        Visit local vineyards such as Chard Farm, Peregrine Wines, Lake Hayes and Gibbston Vineyards

• ·        Visit the historic and picturesque Gold Mining Settlement of Arrowtown

•          Golf at Millbrook Resort or Kelvin Heights

• ·        Day hike to nearby Routeburn National Park

• ·        Hot air ballooning

• ·        Visit the sites and surreal landscape where the ‘Lord of the Rings’ was filmed

• ·        For the more adventurous, bungy jumping, sky diving, parapenting, heli-surfing, river surfing, rock climbing, white water rafting, fly by wire adventure ride.

QUEENSTOWN TO WINTON

Today drive to Winton (approximately 1 hour 45 minutes drive).

Nestled amongst fertile southern hills, The Lodge at Tikana offers guests their own space to relax and unwind on an authentic working deer farm.

ACCOMMODATION FOR TWO NIGHTS IN A DOUBLE ROOM INCLUDING DINNER AND BREAKFAST: Click below for full details.
THE LODGE AT TIKANA, WINTON

WINTON

Today is at leisure.

WINTON TO QUEENSTOWN AND ROTORUA

Today drive to Queenstown Airport and return your rental vehicle prior to your onward flight (approximately 1 hour 45 minutes drive).

Fly Queenstown to Rotorua (cost not included).

Upon arrival at Rotorua Airport uplift your mid size automatic rental vehicle including daily insurance, unlimited mileage and accident excess reduction and drive to your accommodation.

Rotorua – heartland of New Zealand’s Maori culture.  Surrounded by steaming lakes, bubbling hot pools and bursting geysers, Rotorua is host to some of the worlds most incredible earth forces, capturing all that is precious and unique – feel its spirit.

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ACCOMMODATION FOR TWO NIGHTS IN A DOUBLE ROOM INCLUDING BREAKFAST AT:

THE SPRINGS, ROTORUA

ROTORUA

We suggest the following optional activities during your leisure time:

• ·        Maori Arts and Crafts Institute and Whakarewarewa

• ·        Agrodome Farm Show

• ·        Rainbow Springs Nature Park and Kiwi Encounter featuring unique flora and fauna  and native species

• ·        Rotorua Museum of Art and History

• ·        Picnic at the scenic Green and Blue Lakes

• ·        Polynesian Spa – Thermal Pools and Beauty Retreat

• ·        Hell’s Gate (Tikitere) Thermal Reserve and Spa

• ·        Buried Village of Te Wairoa

• ·        Scenic helicopter flight over Mt Tarawera and White Island

• ·        ‘Zorbing’ – downhill ride in a large inflatable ball

• ·        Waiotapu Thermal Reserve (30 minutes south of Rotorua, enroute to Taupo)

• ·        Drive to Lake Taupo – New Zealand’s largest lake and world’s trout fishing capital (45 minutes drive)

ROTORUA TO THE BAY OF ISLANDS

Today drive to Rotorua Airport and return your rental vehicle prior to your onward flight.

Fly Rotorua to the Bay of Islands (cost not included).

Upon arrival at Kerikeri Airport uplift your mid size automatic rental vehicle including daily insurance, unlimited mileage and accident excess reduction and drive to your accommodation (approximately 45 minutes drive).

 Bay of Islands – a myriad of 144 islands in the clear waters of the glistening Pacific Ocean.  This collection of islands showcases endless marine wildlife and natural beauty with the local townships steeped in colonial history.

ACCOMMODATION FOR TWO NIGHTS IN A DOUBLE ROOM INCLUDING DINNER AND BREAKFAST AT:

TIO BAY LODGE,  OPUA, BAY OF ISLANDS

BAY OF ISLANDS

We suggest the following optional activities during your leisure time:

• ·        Cruise to Cape Brett and the famous “Hole in the Rock”

• ·        Explore romantic historic Russell

• ·        Visit the Waitangi Treaty House where the Treaty of Waitangi was signed in 1840 between the New             Zealand Maori and the British Crown

• ·        Golf at Waitangi Links by the sea

• ·        Scenic flight or day excursion to Cape Reinga – the northernmost tip of New Zealand

• ·        Private boat charter

• ·        Swim with the dolphins

• ·        Kemp Mission House (one of New Zealand’s oldest buildings – 1822) and the Stone Store at Kerikeri

• ·        Game fishing (seasonal)

• ·        Kiteboarding

• ·        Coastal Kayak

• ·        Diving at the Poor Knights Marine Reserve

BAY OF ISLANDS TO AUCKLAND

Today drive to Auckland and return your rental vehicle prior to your onward journey (approximately 3 hours 30 minutes drive).

Auckland - ‘City of Sails’ is regularly voted one of the best lifestyle cities in the world. Set on the shores of the Waitemata, Maori name for ‘sparkling waters’, the city boasts marine reserves, golden swimming beaches and black sand surf. As New Zealand’s largest city, Auckland has a diverse ethnic mix providing a myriad of cultural experiences, reflected in the Pacific atmosphere and cuisine.

ACCOMMODATION FOR TWO NIGHTS IN A ONE BEDROOM MARINA VIEW SUITE ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS AT:

SEBEL SUITES, AUCKLAND

AUCKLAND

We suggest the following optional activities during your leisure time:

• ·        Auckland Museum and Maori Challenge Performance, the surrounding Domain and nearby Winter Garden

• ·        Auckland Art Gallery and The New Gallery

• ·        Visit the Maritime Museum and enjoy dining out at the many restaurants, cafes and bars at the Viaduct          Basin

• ·        A trip to the top of the Skytower for magnificent views of Auckland and the Waitemata Harbour

• ·        Kelly Tarlton's Antarctic Encounter and Underwater World

• ·        Auckland Harbour Bridge climb or bungy jump

• ·        Shopping in quaint and historic Parnell

• ·        Sail the Waitemata Harbour aboard past America’s Cup yachts NZL40 or NZL41

• ·        Cruise to Devonport - a charming historic seaside village with fine art and craft boutiques

  ·        Cruise to Waiheke Island – a favourite for local holiday makers with its vineyards, olive groves and sandy           beaches

• ·         Day excursion to West Coast Beaches - unique coastal landscape, black sand and rugged surf-pounded           cliffs

DEPART AUCKLAND

You will be met at your accommodation  by your private car and driver for your transfer to Auckland International Airport.

ARRANGEMENTS CONCLUDE 

• PRICE:  $3400 - $3800 US  PER PERSON -depending on date of departure.

Price includes:

• Meet and greet on arrival

• Private transfers as noted

•  Accommodation and meals as specified pending availability

• Mid size automatic rental vehicles including daily insurance, unlimited
  mileage and accident excess reduction

• New Zealand Goods and Services tax at 12.5%

Price does not include

• International airfares.

• Optional excursions or deviations from the scheduled itinerary.

• Fuel for the rental car.

• Items of a personal nature (laundry, overweight baggage, phone calls, faxes, emails etc).

• Luggage, cancellation, medical or accident insurance.

• Passport and visa expenses.

• Meals and beverages other than those specified in the itinerary.

• Domestic airfare pre and post tour.

• Mini bar or room service.