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- Auckland, the 'City of Sails'
- Parry Kauri Park
- Beautiful Bay of Islands
- Cape Brett 'Hole in the Rock'
- Waitangi Treaty Reserve
- Waitomo Glow Worm Grotto
- Maori Hangi and concert
- Experience The Realm of Tãne
- Thermal Reserve Rotorua
- View Huka Falls
- See Mt. Ruapehu
- Tongariro National Park
- Tour of Wellington
- INCLUDED Maori Cultural Experience
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Transportation
Tour by luxury air-conditioned coach with 2-door access, restroom, seatbelts, reclining seats, panoramic windows
Professionally Guided
Tour with an experienced, professional Tour Director and Tour Driver
Dining Inclusions
Full Buffet Breakfasts (7) B
"You are Invited Dinner" (1) D
Hotel Dinners (2) D
Farwell Dinner (1) FD
Accommodation
Twin share rooms with private facilities in centrally located hotels
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Welcome reception
Travel wallet and map
Airport transfers (Day 1 from Auckland Airport - flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm; Day 8 to Wellington Airport - flights anytime)
Hotel porterage included
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| Day 1 Arrive Auckland |
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Day 5 Auckland - Rotorua |
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 On arrival in Auckland you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in. You're free to explore Auckland before an evening welcome reception with your Tour Director and fellow travellers.
Hotel: SkyCity Grand Hotel
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 After an Auckland City Sights Tour, we trace New Zealand's longest river - the Waikato - to Waitomo Caves. We'll see the amazing underground Glow Worm Grotto by boat and walk the limestone caves. Your journey continues to Rotorua. On arrival an orientation tour takes in views of Lake Rotorua. Tonight experience The Realm of Tãne and then visit the Tamaki Family Marae for a very personal and Exclusive cultural evening. Be greeted by a powerful Haka challenge and a spine-tingling Karanga. Spend time in their village of old experiencing Maori life. You are invited to a private Whare (dining room) for Maori Hangi feast and concert.
Hotel: Millennium Hotel, 2 nights.
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| Day 2 Bay of Islands |
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Day 6 Rotorua |
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 Over the Auckland Harbour Bridge and through Orewa and the scenic Hibiscus Coast. Walk amongst the Kauri trees at Parry Kauri Park. We have time to explore Whangarei, the northern-most city in New Zealand then it's off to Paihia and the beautiful Bay of Islands. Enjoy a scenic cruise through the sensational Bay of Islands to Cape Brett and the famous 'Hole in the Rock'. We'll meander through picturesque islands, see sandy beaches, secluded bays and explore Urupukapuka Island on our return to Paihia.
Hotel: Copthorne Hotel & Resort (Water View), Bay of Islands, 2 nights. B D
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Start the day with a ride on the Skyline Gondola and breakfast with stunning views over Lake Rotorua. Visit the Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland. See volcanic craters, steaming ground and bubbling mud pools on an exclusive guided tour of the geothermal valley. You'll also see the world-famous Lady Knox Geyser erupt.. B
Farm Stay Option
Experience farm life first hand. For an extra $85 per person enjoy genuine New Zealand hospitality this evening.
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| Day 3 Bay of Islands 'Free Time' |
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Day 7 Rotorua - Wellington |
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The day is yours to explore the Bay of Islands. Dolphin watch, catch a ferry to Russell, take a coach ride along the Ninety Mile Beach, sail or sea kayak - whatever takes your fancy. Top off your day with a night in the village. B
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 From the mountains to the sea. View the Huka Falls. Visit Taupo and drive along the shores of its lake. Travel through the alpine scenery of Mt. Ruapehu. Tongariro National Park. Manawatu. The Kapiti Coast. On arrival in Wellington a City Sights Tour, with views of the city from Mt. Victoria.
Hotel: Travelodge, Wellington. B FD
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| Day 4 Bay of Islands - Auckland |
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Day 8 Depart Wellington |
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 See the historic Waitangi Treaty Reserve, where New Zealand's founding document was signed. You'll have time on your own to take in highlights such as the magnificent Maori War Canoe (Waka) and Marae (Meeting House). Be inspired by the lush farmland scenery on our way back to Auckland.
Dine tonight at the top of the tallest structure in the Southern Hemisphere, Auckland's Skytower at Orbit, a revolving restaurant with 360 degree views of the city.
Hotel: Skycity Grand Hotel. B D
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Your tour concludes after breakfast. You will be transferred to Wellington Airport for your onward flight. B
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(B) Breakfast (D) Dinner (HD) Highlight Dinner
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