New Zealand





KALEIDOSCOPE

7 days / 6 nights
Tour Code: RC21

(These are daily departures so additional nights can be added anywhere in the tour)

Discover New Zealand’s compact kaleidoscope of landscapes. Journey underground on a subterranean adventure through limestone chambers and passages, weave between steaming thermal springs and boiling mud, or be captivated by some of the world’s most magnificent scenery at Milford Sound. You’ll leave with an intimate understanding of New Zealand.

Highlights:

  • Famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves
  • 2 nights in Rotorua including Maori culture
  • 3 nights in exciting Queenstown
  • Spectacular Milford Sound Red Boat Cruise
Day 1 - Arrive Auckland
Welcome to Auckland, the ‘City of Sails’.

Day 2 - Auckland/ Waitomo/Rotorua
(226 miles/363 kms) (lunch and dinner included) (optional meal plans begin today) Travel to the fascinating Waitomo Caves where you will enjoy lunch before a guided tour of the famous Glowworm Grotto and an underground boat ride. Continue on via Lake Karapiro to arrive in Rotorua. In the evening enjoy a unique Maori Hangi (feast) and Concert.

Day 3 - Rotorua Sightseeing
Today experience the many varied sights that Rotorua has to offer. Visit Te Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve. Learn about traditional Maori crafts at Te Puia, before traveling to Rainbow Springs and Agrodome Farm Show. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure

Day 4 - Rotorua/ Queenstown
(flight not included) Fly to Queenstown, the ‘adventure capital’, where you will be transferred to your hotel. Rest of your day is at leisure.

Day 5 - Milford Sound Excursion
Travel with Great Sights 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 before returning to Queenstown.

Day 6 - Queenstown
A free day to enjoy the many activities on offer.

Day 7 - Queenstown/Christchurch
(369 miles/594 kms) Journey through some of New Zealand’s most dramatic landscapes. Arrive in Christchurch early evening.

Or Code RC21R/RS21R
This tour can be taken in a reverse direction, starting from Christchurch and concluding in Auckland.

Priced in US$ Per Person, Twinshare

01 APR 07 - 30 NOV 07
 StandardQualitySuperior
Room Only$1068$1120$1211
Including Breakfast$1204$1264$1378
Single Supplement$385$432$525

DEC 07 - 31 MAR 08
 StandardQualitySuperior
Room Only$1120$1204$1299
Including Breakfast$1259$1348$1470
Single Supplement$434$511$609



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