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- Flying over Mount Cook, the magnificent Southern Alps, and Milford Sound
- Explore a glacier, go jet boating, luge and take a gondola ride in Queenstown.
- In the North Island, go on a Volcanic Air Safari and experience Maori culture in Rotorua.
- Dig your own hot spa at Hot Water Beach, and enjoy surfing and swimming beaches.
- Then Finish in Auckland where you can visit Waiheke Island and Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World, and climb the Sky Tower... and catch up on some shopping.
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| | ITINERARY: | | DAY 1: | Auckland | Sailing tour Auckland | | | DAY 2: | Auckland | Bush and Beach Tours | | | DAY 3: | Rotorua | Waitomo Caves and Tour | | | DAY 4: | Rotorua | Scenic Flight or White Island | | | DAY 5: | Rotorua | | | | DAY 6: | Abel Tasman | | | | DAY 7: | Abel Tasman | Abel Tasman Cruise | | | DAY 8: | Abel Tasman | | | | DAY 9: | Kaikoura | Whale Watch Kaikoura | | | DAY 10: | Dunedin City | | | | DAY 11: | Dunedin City | Elm Wildlife Tours | | | DAY 12: | Queenstown | Scenic Helicopter Flight | | | DAY 13: | Queenstown | Dart River Safaris | | | DAY 14: | Queenstown | Shotover Jetboat tour |
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| Auckland |  |  Imagine an urban environment where everyone lives within half an hour of beautiful beaches, hiking trails and a dozen enchanted holiday islands, one of which is Waiheke Island, only a short ferry ride away. Add a sunny climate, a background rhythm of Polynesian culture and a passion for outstanding food, wine and shopping - you're beginning to get the picture of Auckland. Auckland is New Zealand's largest city and has the main international airport in New Zealand. Two domestic terminals allow frequent and accessible flights throughout the country. Auckland is a sophisticated waterfront city offering fabulous aquatic activities and sublime dining experiences. | | | | | SailNZ | |  Sail NZ is the largest sailing operator in New Zealand with an impressive fleet of high Winners in the 2003/2004 Tourism Award – Adventure Activities and Qualmark accredited industry leader providing once in a lifetime sailing opportunities. Operating in Auckland and the Bay of Islands, Sail NZ also offers unique marine mammal experiences in the Bay of Islands with sister Company, Dolphin Discoveries. | | | | | | | Quay West Suites Auckland | |  Quay West Suites Auckland is an exclusive, luxury apartment hotel, ideally located in the very heart of Auckland city. It features 52 beautifully appointed one, two and three bedroom apartments all with full hotel services and facilities. | | | | | Corporate Cabs Transfers | |  Expect something special when you travel with Corporate Cabs. Your courteous uniformed driver will welcome you, open and close your door and ensure you arrive promptly and safely to your destination. Your driver is committed to going that extra mile for your comfort and satisfaction. | |
| Auckland | | | Imagine an urban environment where everyone lives within half an hour of beautiful beaches, hiking trails and a dozen enchanted holiday islands, one of which is Waiheke Island, only a short ferry ride away. Add a sunny climate, a background rhythm of Polynesian culture and a passion for outstanding food, wine and shopping - you're beginning to get the picture of Auckland. Auckland is New Zealand's largest city and has the main international airport in New Zealand. Two domestic terminals allow frequent and accessible flights throughout the country. Auckland is a sophisticated waterfront city offering fabulous aquatic activities and sublime dining experiences. | | | | | Bush and Beach Guided Tours | |  Only 30 kilometres from downtown Auckland is the city’s largest regional park, the Waitakere Ranges. No other city in New Zealand is so close to such a wonderful asset. It only takes 30 minutes to leave the busy city and step into the tranquility of the rainforest. Travel to the Arataki Centre perched high on the ridge of the Waitakere Ranges and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from the Tasman Sea to the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy the magnificent traditional Maori carvings. Continue on to the lush rainforest where you can walk the easy bush tracks amongst giant tree ferns and view New Zealand’s famous kauri trees. Then experience the power of the wild and rugged west coast. Feel the black sand beneath your feet as you stroll along some of the most awe-inspiring beaches the world has to offer. | | | | | Quay West Suites Auckland | | | Quay West Suites Auckland is an exclusive, luxury apartment hotel, ideally located in the very heart of Auckland city. It features 52 beautifully appointed one, two and three bedroom apartments all with full hotel services and facilities. | | | | | Mid Size | Full Size 4-Wheel Drive | |  A self-drive holiday is one if the most relaxing ways to experience New Zealand's landscape and lifestyle. Many of our roads are very scenic and traffic is low outside of the main cities when compared to international standards. Motorways take you in and out of the main cities but once on the open road, you will find plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the sights as you please. | |
| Waitomo | |  The Waitomo region has two spectacular landscapes - one above ground, the other below. In both cases, nature has been generous.On the lush surface, the scenery is green to the extreme. Fertile soils, reliable rainfall and kind temperatures have created a pastoral heaven.Below the surface, miracles have been wrought with water and limestone. Vast cave systems, huge sink holes and underground streams provide huge scope for adventure. This is the place for Black water rafting and the famous Waitomo Glowworm caves. | | | | | Waitomo Caves and Tours | |  The Waitomo Caves are unique to New Zealand where thousands of glowworms (Arachnocampa Luminosa) radiate luminescent light. | | | | | | | Treetops Lodge | |  Treetops Lodge & Estate is a world-class luxury accommodation built of slate, stone and wood. The lodge is set in 2,500 acres of secluded native forest and game reserve, with seven trout filled streams, four lakes, over 70 kilometres of hiking trails, mountain bike riding and horse riding. | | | | | Mid Size | Full Size 4-Wheel Drive | | | A self-drive holiday is one if the most relaxing ways to experience New Zealand's landscape and lifestyle. Many of our roads are very scenic and traffic is low outside of the main cities when compared to international standards. Motorways take you in and out of the main cities but once on the open road, you will find plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the sights as you please. | |
| Rotorua | |  The people of Rotorua like to talk of five spirits. You can feel the spirit of the earth, as it rumbles beneath your feet and escapes, hissing, through fumaroles and geysers. You can witness the spirit of Maori culture, with authentic village and performance experiences. Plan on soaking in a natural hot spring or having a relaxing massage - rejuvenate your body and mind for outdoor adventures - trout fishing, kayaking, waterskiing, swimming, hiking and mountain biking. If it's excitement you crave, challenge your spirit with adrenalin-charged extreme activities such as sky-diving, jet boating and zorbing. | | | | | Volcanic Air Safaris | |  Volcanic Air Safaris is based at the Rotorua City lakefront on the shores of Lake Rotorua and offers an extensive range of scenic flights by Helicopter or Floatplane. From the skies, visitors may view the spectacular natural features of Rotorua, Mount Maunganui and the central North Island Region. | | | | | | | Treetops Lodge | | | Treetops Lodge & Estate is a world-class luxury accommodation built of slate, stone and wood. The lodge is set in 2,500 acres of secluded native forest and game reserve, with seven trout filled streams, four lakes, over 70 kilometres of hiking trails, mountain bike riding and horse riding. | | | | | Mid Size | Full Size 4-Wheel Drive | | | A self-drive holiday is one if the most relaxing ways to experience New Zealand's landscape and lifestyle. Many of our roads are very scenic and traffic is low outside of the main cities when compared to international standards. Motorways take you in and out of the main cities but once on the open road, you will find plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the sights as you please. | |
| Rotorua | | | The people of Rotorua like to talk of five spirits. You can feel the spirit of the earth, as it rumbles beneath your feet and escapes, hissing, through fumaroles and geysers. You can witness the spirit of Maori culture, with authentic village and performance experiences. Plan on soaking in a natural hot spring or having a relaxing massage - rejuvenate your body and mind for outdoor adventures - trout fishing, kayaking, waterskiing, swimming, hiking and mountain biking. If it's excitement you crave, challenge your spirit with adrenalin-charged extreme activities such as sky-diving, jet boating and zorbing. | | | | | Treetops Lodge | | | Treetops Lodge & Estate is a world-class luxury accommodation built of slate, stone and wood. The lodge is set in 2,500 acres of secluded native forest and game reserve, with seven trout filled streams, four lakes, over 70 kilometres of hiking trails, mountain bike riding and horse riding. | | | | | Mid Size | Full Size 4-Wheel Drive | | | A self-drive holiday is one if the most relaxing ways to experience New Zealand's landscape and lifestyle. Many of our roads are very scenic and traffic is low outside of the main cities when compared to international standards. Motorways take you in and out of the main cities but once on the open road, you will find plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the sights as you please. | |
| Abel Tasman | |  Abel Tasman is NZ’s smallest national park with 22,350ha. It is famous for its golden beaches stretching from Marahau, near Motueka, to Wainui Bay, in Golden Bay. There are two walking tracks; the beautiful coastal track, and the inland track through the hilly centre of the park. Bring your own supplies and hiking gear. Near Marahau, and a short drive from Motueka, is Kaiteriteri Beach a favourite holiday spot with accommodation, restaurants, camping, playgrounds and golden sands. | | | | | Edenhouse | |  Edenhouse has been featured in the prestigious UK House & Garden supplement Hotels by Design, showcasing "the most stylish hotels in the world". | | | | | | | Air New Zealand | |  Air New Zealand’s domestic network offers flights between all major cities and most provincial towns in New Zealand several times each day with a fleet of modern and spacious aircraft. Let Guest New Zealand make all flight bookings at a time to suit your itinerary and provide you with all ticketing and transfers details. | | | |
| Abel Tasman | | | Abel Tasman is NZ’s smallest national park with 22,350ha. It is famous for its golden beaches stretching from Marahau, near Motueka, to Wainui Bay, in Golden Bay. There are two walking tracks; the beautiful coastal track, and the inland track through the hilly centre of the park. Bring your own supplies and hiking gear. Near Marahau, and a short drive from Motueka, is Kaiteriteri Beach a favourite holiday spot with accommodation, restaurants, camping, playgrounds and golden sands. | | | | | Abel Tasman Charters | |  Abel Tasman Charters provide small group scenic cruises with sea kayaking in the Abel Tasman National Park. Other options include Abel Tasman scenic cruises, scallop charters, fishing trips and multi-day scenic cruises in the Marlborough Sounds. | | | | | Edenhouse | | | Edenhouse has been featured in the prestigious UK House & Garden supplement Hotels by Design, showcasing "the most stylish hotels in the world". | | | | | | | Mid Size | Full Size 4-Wheel Drive | | | A self-drive holiday is one if the most relaxing ways to experience New Zealand's landscape and lifestyle. Many of our roads are very scenic and traffic is low outside of the main cities when compared to international standards. Motorways take you in and out of the main cities but once on the open road, you will find plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the sights as you please. | |
| Abel Tasman | | | Abel Tasman is NZ’s smallest national park with 22,350ha. It is famous for its golden beaches stretching from Marahau, near Motueka, to Wainui Bay, in Golden Bay. There are two walking tracks; the beautiful coastal track, and the inland track through the hilly centre of the park. Bring your own supplies and hiking gear. Near Marahau, and a short drive from Motueka, is Kaiteriteri Beach a favourite holiday spot with accommodation, restaurants, camping, playgrounds and golden sands. | | | | | Edenhouse | | | Edenhouse has been featured in the prestigious UK House & Garden supplement Hotels by Design, showcasing "the most stylish hotels in the world". | | | | | | | Mid Size | Full Size 4-Wheel Drive | | | A self-drive holiday is one if the most relaxing ways to experience New Zealand's landscape and lifestyle. Many of our roads are very scenic and traffic is low outside of the main cities when compared to international standards. Motorways take you in and out of the main cities but once on the open road, you will find plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the sights as you please. | |
| Queenstown | |  Queenstown, New Zealand is commonly referred to as the ‘Adventure Capital of the World’ and deserves its reputation for complementing breath-taking scenery with adrenalin-pumping activities. Larger-than-life scenery - From crystal clear Lake Wakatipu across to The Remarkables mountain range, Queenstown's environment is majestic and awe-inspiring. Catch the gondola up Bob's Peak to discover this view, take a trip across the lake on the TSS Earnslaw to Walter Peak Station, join a fabulous wine tour and sample fantastic cuisine from world-class restaurants. Both night and day, you can absorb the fantastic alpine atmosphere this town is famous for. | | | | | Heliworks | |  Heliworks operates a fleet of modern helicopters from Queenstown airport and provides a full range of tour and charter trips to Milford and Fiordland, heli-fishing, heli-hiking and heli-skiing. Heliworks was contracted exclusively by Peter Jackson for aerial filming and transportation of cast to film locations in Lord of the Rings. Their helicopter pilots have an intimate knowledge of the area and can transport you into 'Middle Earth'. | | | | | Millbrook Golf Resort | |  Millbrook is designed to embody the relaxed New Zealand country lifestyle – and to make the most of its setting among some of the world's most spectacular scenery. It is a year round, recreational paradise - each season featuring its own character, colours and leisure pursuits. | | | | | Mid Size | Full Size 4-Wheel Drive | | | A self-drive holiday is one if the most relaxing ways to experience New Zealand's landscape and lifestyle. Many of our roads are very scenic and traffic is low outside of the main cities when compared to international standards. Motorways take you in and out of the main cities but once on the open road, you will find plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the sights as you please. | |
| Queenstown | | | Queenstown, New Zealand is commonly referred to as the ‘Adventure Capital of the World’ and deserves its reputation for complementing breath-taking scenery with adrenalin-pumping activities. Larger-than-life scenery - From crystal clear Lake Wakatipu across to The Remarkables mountain range, Queenstown's environment is majestic and awe-inspiring. Catch the gondola up Bob's Peak to discover this view, take a trip across the lake on the TSS Earnslaw to Walter Peak Station, join a fabulous wine tour and sample fantastic cuisine from world-class restaurants. Both night and day, you can absorb the fantastic alpine atmosphere this town is famous for. | | | | | Dart River Safaris | |  Dart River Safaris takes you to the heart of a world heritage area. You'll jetboat deep into the pristine wilderness up a stunning aquamarine "braided" glacial river, beneath magnificent snow capped peaks mountains, walk amongst ancient beech forest, and enjoy a backroad journey by coach through "Paradise", home to several Lord of the Rings film locations. Allow 6 hours return. | | | | | | | Millbrook Golf Resort | | | Millbrook is designed to embody the relaxed New Zealand country lifestyle – and to make the most of its setting among some of the world's most spectacular scenery. It is a year round, recreational paradise - each season featuring its own character, colours and leisure pursuits. | | | | | Mid Size | Full Size 4-Wheel Drive | | | A self-drive holiday is one if the most relaxing ways to experience New Zealand's landscape and lifestyle. Many of our roads are very scenic and traffic is low outside of the main cities when compared to international standards. Motorways take you in and out of the main cities but once on the open road, you will find plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the sights as you please. | |
| Queenstown | | | Queenstown, New Zealand is commonly referred to as the ‘Adventure Capital of the World’ and deserves its reputation for complementing breath-taking scenery with adrenalin-pumping activities. Larger-than-life scenery - From crystal clear Lake Wakatipu across to The Remarkables mountain range, Queenstown's environment is majestic and awe-inspiring. Catch the gondola up Bob's Peak to discover this view, take a trip across the lake on the TSS Earnslaw to Walter Peak Station, join a fabulous wine tour and sample fantastic cuisine from world-class restaurants. Both night and day, you can absorb the fantastic alpine atmosphere this town is famous for. | | | | | Shotover Jet | |  Shotover Jet is the only Jetboat company operating in the Shotover River canyon and is the ultimate jet boat adrenaline rush. An iconic visitor experience in Queenstown, the powerful jet boats are dwarfed by the Shotover Canyon walls which tower above. The drivers skills are evident as they negotiate rocky outcrops,crags and boulders. | | | | | | | Millbrook Golf Resort | | | Millbrook is designed to embody the relaxed New Zealand country lifestyle – and to make the most of its setting among some of the world's most spectacular scenery. It is a year round, recreational paradise - each season featuring its own character, colours and leisure pursuits. | | | | | Mid Size | Full Size 4-Wheel Drive | | | A self-drive holiday is one if the most relaxing ways to experience New Zealand's landscape and lifestyle. Many of our roads are very scenic and traffic is low outside of the main cities when compared to international standards. Motorways take you in and out of the main cities but once on the open road, you will find plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the sights as you please. | |
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The lovely seaside settlement of Kaikoura is located about 2.5 hours drive from Christchurch. The township is situated on a flat between two mountain ranges extending to the sea and the beautiful scenic drive leading into it which reveals coast and tunnels through the mountain ranges.This stunning combination of rugged coastline and grand mountains reveals one of the many marine attractions on offer - the Whales and Dolphins of Kaikoura. These magnificent creatures creatures can be viewed by boat, plane or helicopter. Kaikoura also great walks to suit all fitness levels.
Dunedin's dramatic hills surround a long, natural harbour, which attracted Maori settlers to the site over four centuries ago. More recently the area was settled by whalers, gold miners and migrants from Scotland and China. Memorable for its historical architecture, Dunedin is one of the best preserved Victorian and Edwardian cities in the Southern Hemisphere. On the doorstep of the city, you can find incredible wildlife - the world's rarest penguins, a mainland albatross colony, fur seals and sea lions.
Dunedin's dramatic hills surround a long, natural harbour, which attracted Maori settlers to the site over four centuries ago. More recently the area was settled by whalers, gold miners and migrants from Scotland and China. Memorable for its historical architecture, Dunedin is one of the best preserved Victorian and Edwardian cities in the Southern Hemisphere. On the doorstep of the city, you can find incredible wildlife - the world's rarest penguins, a mainland albatross colony, fur seals and sea lions.
