3Days / 2Nights

	The Garden City
	Travel Valid: January 01 - September 30, 2011

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CHRISTCHURCH (The Garden City) - 3Days/2Nights SEASONS: Standard (3*) Superior (4*) TOUR CODE: BTSYAKL TWN SGL TWN SGL Jan, 01-Sep. 30, 2011 198 318 218 357 Elms Hotel or similar class Coptheorne Central Hotel or similar class Costs are based on special rates which are only available if booked within 30 days of your guests arrival. ITINERARY DAY 01 Arrive Christchurch Transfer from the Auckland airport (or from another independent itinerary) on a share shuttle basis to your overnight accommodation. DAY 02 Christchurch Sightseeing This morning you will be collected from your accommodation and taken on a sightseeing tour of Christchruch known as the Garden City. Visit Cathedral Square, Arts and Crafts Centre, Canterbury Museum and the Botanical Gardens. On leaving the city centre, the tour travels around Hagley Park before arriving at the Mona Vale Homestead and gardens. (Includes pick up / drop off). Balance of afternoon at leisure. DAY 03 Depart Christchurch Join one of our INDEPENDENT VACATIONS or transfer on share shuttle basis to the Christchurch Airport for departure. Choice of Independent Vacations: - 4 Days 3 Nights South Island Glacier Wonderland - 5 Days 4 Nights South Island Coast to Coast - 5 Days 4 Nights Fiordland Southern Hideaway INCLUSIONS: 2 nights accommodation as shown or in a similar property. Air conditioned seat in coach sightseeing with driver commentary Sightseeing entrance fees as per specified in the itinerary EXCLUSIONS: International or Domestic Airfares Early check-in (prior to 3:00pm) or late check out (after 10:00am) Optional attractions Items of a purely personal nature such as mini bars, room service, toll calls, laundry, gratuities, Travel Insurance New Zealand Departure Tax

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4Days / 3Nights

	Christchurch - Mt Cook - Queenstown - Milford Sound - Franz Joseph
	Travel Valid: January 01 - September 30, 2011

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CHRISTCHURCH - MT COOK - QUEENSTOWN - MILFORD SOUND - FRANZ JOSEPH - 4Days/3Nights SEASONS: Standard (3*) Superior (4*) TOUR CODE: BTSYAKL TWN SGL TWN SGL Jan, 01-Sep. 30, 2011 Queenstown Frenz Josef 960 1158 1023 1284 Heartland Queenstown Heartland Fox Glacier Copthoren Lakefront Scenic Circle Franz Josef In the event the following accommodation is not available we reserve the right to substitute accommodation of a similar standard ITINERARY DAY 01 Christchurch Cook - Queenstown From Chirstchurch, travel South across the Canterbury Plains, through farming communities before climbing up to high plains of the McKenzie Country, pausing at the Church of the Good Shepherd to view Lake Tekapo.Continue to Mt. Cook village nestled under New Zealand's highest mountain. Mt. Cook. The mountain overlooks a network of glaciers that feed Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki. There are a number of activities including walks, tramps, and scenic flights that will enable views of Mt Cook and the glaciers (own expense). From Mount Cook return along the length of Lake Pukaki then head South through Twizel and Omarama to the Scenic Lindis Pass. Once over the pass follow the Clutha Valley to it's junction with the Kawarau Gorge at Cromwell. Queenstown is reached by following the "gold trail" alongisde the winding Kawarau River. Queenstown nestles up to the northern shore of Lake Wakatipu from where it commands an expansive view of the peaks that surround the Lake. DAY 02 Milford Sound Day Excursion Drive through the magnificient beech forests of the Eglinton and Hollyford Valleys, through the Homer Tunnel to Milford Sound for a launch excursion on the fiorl. Enjoy the breathtakinng scenery including the awe - inspiring Mitre Peak with a full commentary on the natural history of the fiord. Lunch is included. Upon conclusion return to Queenstown. DAY 03 Queenstown - Franz Josef Glacier This morning depart for a full day journey from Queenstown to Franz Josef. During the trip, you will travese Kawarau Gorge, Hawera River and Lake Wanaka. Travel through Haast and continue on to Franz Josef (Lunch own expense) DAY 04 Franz Josef - Gremouth - Christchurch Today travel to Greymouth and board the scenic Tranz Alpine for a rail journey famous for it's spectacular mountain scenery as it traverse the Southern Alps which devide the East and West Coasts of the South Island. Travel across the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch arriving at approximately 6:35pm. Our tour arrangements conclude this evening at the Christchurch Railway Station. INCLUSIONS: 3 nights accommodation as shown or in a similar property. Air conditioned seat in coach sightseeing with driver commentary Sightseeing entrance fees as per specified in the itinerary EXCLUSIONS: International or Domestic Airfares Early check-in (prior to 3:00pm) or late check out (after 10:00am) Optional attractions Items of a purely personal nature such as mini bars, room service, toll calls, laundry, gratuities, etc. Travel Insurance New Zealand Departure Tax

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5Days / 4Nights

	Christchurch - Dunedin - Queenstown - Milford Sound - Franz Josef - Greymouth
	Travel Valid: January 01 - September 30, 2011

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CHRISTCHURCH - DUNEDIN - QUEENSTOWN - MILFORD SOUND - FRANZ JOSEF - GREYMOUTH - 5Days/4Night SEASONS: Standard (3*) Superior (4*) TOUR CODE: BTSYAKL TWN SGL TWN SGL Jan, 01-Sep. 30, 2011 Dunedin Queenstown Franz Josef 1080 1356 1144 1484 Kingsgate Hotel Heartland Queenstown Heartland Fox Glacier Scenic Circle Southern Cross Copthoren Lakefront Scenic Circle Franz Josef In the event the following accommodation is not available we reserve the right to substitute accommodation of a similar standard ITINERARY DAY 01 Christchurch - Dunedin Today, travel by motorcoach through the Canterbury Plains and on ti Dunedin. The city's attractions include museums, garens and galleries, two great baronial houses and the nearby Otago Peninsula with it's Albatross and Panjuin Colonies. On arrival, you will be taken on a tour of the Otago Peninsula including the renowed Royal Albatross Colony (seasonal) DAY 02 Dunedin - Queenstown Enjoy the spacious elegance of the Taieri Gorge train as it follows the Taieri River from Dunedin to Pukerangi. View stone work and iron latticework viaducts that cannot be seen by road, follow part of the Otago Gold Trail and visit the gold mining town of Naseby. From Pukeranti you will connect with your coach on which you will continue your journey to Queenstown. DAY 03 Milford Sound Day Excursion Drive through the magnificient beech forests of the Eglington and Hollyford Valleys, through the Homer Tunnel to Milford Sound for a launch excursion on the fiord. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery including the awe - inspiring Mitre Peak with a full commentary on the natural history of the fiord. Lunch is included. Upon conclusion return to Queenstown. DAY 04 Queenstown - Franz Josef Galcier This morning depart for a full day journey from Queenstown to Franz Josef. During the trip, you will traverse Kawarau Gorge, Hawera River and Lake Wanak. Travel through Haast and continue on the Franz Josef. (Lunch own expense) DAY 05 Franz Josef - Greymounth - Christchurch Today travel to Greymouth and board the scenic Tranz Alpine for a rail journey famous for it's spectacular mountain scenery as it traverse the Southern Alps which divide the East and West coasts of the South Island. Travel across the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch arriving at approximately 6:05pm. Our tour arrangements conclude this evening at the Christchurch Railway Station. INCLUSIONS: 4 nights accommodation as shown or in a similar property. Air conditioned seat in coach sightseeing with driver commentary Sightseeing entrance fees as per specified in the itinerary EXCLUSIONS: International or Domestic Airfares Early check-in (prior to 3:00pm) or late check out (after 10:00am) Optional attractions Items of a purely personal nature such as mini bars, room service, toll calls, laundry, gratuities, etc. Travel Insurance New Zealand Departure Tax

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5Days / 4Nights

	Christchurch - Mt Cook - Queenstown - Te Anau - Milford Sound
	Travel Valid: January 01 - September 30, 2011

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CHRISTCHURCH - MT COOK - QUEENSTOWN - TE ANAU - MILFORD SOUND - 5Days/4Nights SEASONS: Standard (3*) Superior (4*) TOUR CODE: BTSYAKL TWN SGL TWN SGL Jan, 01-Sep. 30, 2011 Queenstown Te Anau 958 1182 1030 1326 Heartland Queenstown Kingsgate Te Anau Copthorne Lakefront Distinction Hotel In the event the following accommodation is not available we reserve the right to substitute accommodation of a similar standard ITINERARY DAY 01 Christchurch - Mt. Cook Depart Christchurch and travel across the Canterbury Plains, the largest area of flat land in New Zealand. Climb the foothills of the Southern Alps over the top of Burkes Pass before descending into the Mackenzie Country. Pause at the Church of the Good Shepherd in Twizel and follow the shoreline of Lake Pukaki before entering Mt Cook National Park where a stop is made for lunch (own expense). After lunch continue through Omarama and through the Kawarau Gorge to Queenstown, arriving late afternoon. DAY 02 Doubtful Sound Experience - Te Anau Your Doubtful Sound adventure begins as you cruise the crystal clear waters of Lake Manapouri – a stunning lake renowned for its numerous islands and deserted beaches. Then it's over Wilmot Pass, on one of New Zealand's remotest and prettiest sub-alpine roads, stopping along the way to experience some of Fiordland's densest rainforest and to view Doubtful Sound glistening far below. On reaching Deep Cove, you will board the Patea Explorer our spacious catamaran, for a three hour cruise that takes in the most dramatic scenery of Doubtful Sound. Our nature guides provide an engaging commentary and point out highlights. Keep a look out for wildlife as bottlenose dolphins frequently swim alongside our vessel, fur seals bask on the rocks around the fiord and rare penguins can at times be observed. Return to Te Anau on conclusion. Picnic lunch is included today. DAY 03 Te Anau - Milford Sound - Queenstown Drive through the magnificent beech forests of the Eglington and Hollyford Valleys, through the Homer Tunnel to Milford Sound for a launch excursion on the fiord. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery including the awe- inspiring Mitre Peak with a full commentary on the natural history of the fiord. Picnic lunch included. Upon conclusion of the cruise, return to Queenstown. DAY 04 Queenstown Today is free to enjoy the many leisure pursuits. From luminescent blooms to subtle pastels, treat yourself to a feast of nature in Queenstown during spring. Colourful flowers and plants in Queenstown Gardens can be admired while playing frisbee golf or dawdling by the lakeside. Clear, glacial-fed rivers swell in spring, making rafting and jetboating escapades an exciting option. Queenstown is the birthplace of commercial jetboating and braided rivers provide fantastic water adventures. DAY 05 Queenstown Your tour arrangements conclude this morning. Coach (or air) Options to Christchurch or further afield are available on request – additional charge. INCLUSIONS: 4 nights accommodation as shown or in a similar property. Air conditioned seat in coach sightseeing with driver commentary Sightseeing entrance fees as per specified in the itinerary EXCLUSIONS: International or Domestic Airfares Early check-in (prior to 3:00pm) or late check out (after 10:00am) Optional attractions Items of a purely personal nature such as mini bars, room service, toll calls, laundry, gratuities, etc. Travel Insurance New Zealand Departure Tax

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4Days / 3Nights

	Auckland - Rotorua - Bay of Islands - Waitomo
	Travel Valid: January 01 - September 30, 2011

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AUCKLAND - ROTORUA - BAY OF ISLANDS - WAITOMO - 4Days/3Nights SEASONS: Standard (3*) Superior (4*) TOUR CODE: BTSYAKL TWN SGL TWN SGL Jan, 01-Sep. 30, 2011 Auckland Bay of Island 769 970 878 1117 Scenic Hotel Kingsgate Autolodge Sky City Copthorne Resort Bay of Island In the event the following accommodation is not available we reserve the right to substitute accommodation of a similar standard ITINERARY DAY 01 Auckland - Bay of Islands Travel north across Auckland's Harbour bridge, along the beautiful Hisbiscus Coast to the Bay of Islands. On arrival in the Bay of Islands visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Considered to be the birth place of New Zealand as a bicultural nation, the Waitangi Treaty Grounds are set in an extensive park-like reserve. Learn about the first Maori canoes to New Zealand, the signing of the treaty of Waitangi and visit Te Whare Wunanga, a fully carved Maori Meeting House which is representative of all Iwi (regional tribes) in New Zealand. DAY 02 Bay of Island - Auckland Board the luxury catamaran at the Paihia maritime Wharf and cruise to Cape Brett. This most popular cruise in the Bay of Islands will whisk you on a comforatble journey out through game fishing waters to the Cape Brett Lighthouse and the famous "Hole in the Rock". On the return journey time is taken to menader through the islands. View sandy beaches, beautiful bays and marine wildlife. Upon return to Paihia your coach will return you to Auckland around 9:15pm. DAY 03 Auckland - Waitamo - Rotorua Travel south over the Bombay Hills, following the Waikato River to Hamilton, then on via Te Awamutu to Waitomo. The Waitomo Caves are considered to be one of the world's great wonders. An unspoiled cave and karst landscape is overed by a vast expanse of farmland with backdeop of bush clad hills and forest. Beneath this tranquil landscape is 50km of cave passages, part of a limeston network sculpted by water into underground arches, vallesy and outcrops. Enjoy lunch before continuing on to the famous race-horse stud of Cambridge before travelling over the Mamaku ranges to Rotorua. Evening enjoy a Maori Hangi (feast) and concert. DAY 04 Rotorua - Auckland Nau mai, haere mai - Welcome to Rotorua! Join us for a morning sightseeing excursion of New Zealand's thermal wonderland, rich in Maori culture and heritage and famous for it's geothermal reserves, wildlife sanctuaries and fascinating landscape. New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute - a guided tour shows you traditional crafts of flax weaving, wood and jade carving, and a Maori pa. Te Puia Thermal Reserve - boiling mud pools, hot springs and exploding geysers, including lively Pohutu geyser which erupts up to 100 feet! Rainbow Springs Nature Park - a guided tour of the freshwater springs. View the rainbow and brown trout from an underwater viewing gallery and see New Zealand's national icon, the Kiwi. Agrodome Show - a "must see" entertaining stage show starring sheep shearing, live sheep auction, cow milking (you try it!), feeding cute cuddly baby lambs and an outdoor sheep dog trial. You will travel back to Auckland via express coach at 2.00pm, arriving approximately 6.00pm (no pick up and drop off for this express service). INCLUSIONS: 4 nights accommodation as shown or in a similar property. Air conditioned seat in coach sightseeing with driver commentary Sightseeing entrance fees as per specified in the itinerary EXCLUSIONS: International or Domestic Airfares Early check-in (prior to 3:00pm) or late check out (after 10:00am) Optional attractions Items of a purely personal nature such as mini bars, room service, toll calls, laundry, gratuities, etc. Travel Insurance New Zealand Departure Tax

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