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Tour	Days	Operator	Code	Full Itinerary
Look South Tour	4	TT	TT943
Look North Tour	4	TT	TT349
Auckland	7	Newmans	NSA07
Auckland, Rotorua, Wellington, Auckland	4	TT	TT949
Bay of Islands	4	AAT	ZB4
Wellington/Napier/Rotorua/Auckland	4	TT	TT469
Christchurch	7	Newmans	NSC07
Nelson & Greymouth	4	TT	TT353B
Mount Cook	6	AAT	ZMC6
Queenstown, Milford Sound	4	TT	TT321

Look South Tour - 4 days

Tour Code: TT943

A quick 4 day scenic tour from Auckland to Christchurch including Waitomo, Rotorua, Wellington, Interisland ferry cruise and the TranzCoastal train.. Reporting time 8.30 am at Sky City Coach Terminal.

Departure: Daily

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1: Auckland - Waitomo - Rotorua
The Bombay Hills signal the end of sprawling Auckland city as the lush Waikato pasture lands take you past Hamilton and on to Waitomo caves. Enjoy a subterranean boat ride under an eerie canopy of glow worm lights. On across the Waikato and Mamaku Hills to fiery Rotorua. We recommend you attend a delicious Maori hangi (feast) and concert tonight (optional). Stay 2 nights in Rotorua

Day 2: At Rotorua
The half day grand sightseeing tour is included - see roaring geysers, boiling mud and steaming pools at the thermal area, tame trout and Kiwi at the springs and performing sheep and dogs at the Agrodome. This afternoon is free - there are many activities to attract you - such as bathing in the thermal waters. For a small additional cost you could stay on a farm tonight. Overnight in Rotorua

Day 3: Rotorua - Wellington
Drive south through exotic pine forests, past Wairakei's clouds of steam, to Lake Taupo. The majestic snow covered peaks of Tongariro, Ngaruahoe and Ruapehu mountains line your journey over the Desert Road plateau. After Waiouru, drop down through the steep valleys of the Rangitikei river then the fertile Manawatu plains. Coastal villages, farms and rocky seascapes bring you to Wellington at 4.1O pm. Wellington is a lively city with great shopping, restaurants, cafes and night life, especially its theatres. Overnight in Wellington.

Day 4: Wellington - Picton - Christchurch
Catch one of the famous ferries across Cook Strait then down the long, narrow and tranquil Marlborough Sounds to Picton in the South Island. Enjoy the sun decks, bars, cafes and lounges as you look out for dolphins and whales. The TranzCoastal train takes you on an exhilarating ride down the narrow coast, with pounding surf on one side and the sheer Kaikoura ranges on the other. A brief mountain traverse brings you to the broad Canterbury Plains and then the 'Garden City' - Christchurch at 7.00 pm.

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Look North Tour - 4 Days

Tour Code: TT349

Travel up the country over 4 days, visiting some of the top sites in both islands from Christchurch to Auckland. Reporting time 7.00 am at Cristchurch railway station.

Departure: 7.30 am Daily

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1: Christchurch - Picton - Wellington
Travel today by train, the 'Coastal Pacific', north over the plains and into the mountains. Then enjoy an exhilarating ride up the narrow coastal strip, with pounding surf on one side and the sheer Kaikoura ranges on the other. At Picton, catch one of the famous ferries down the long, narrow Marlborough Sounds and into Cook Strait. Enjoy the sun decks, bars, cafes and lounges as you look out for dolphins and whales before arriving in Wellington, the Capital. Overnight in Wellington.

Day 2: Wellington - Rotorua
Leave the city for the rocky Kapiti coastline then the fertile Manawatu plains. Further on, the Rangitikei area is impressive for its steep river valleys and tablelands. Climb up to the volcanic plateau where the huge mountains of Ruapehu, Ngaruahoe and Tongariro line your journey across 'The Desert Road'. Drop down to the deep blue waters of Lake Taupo and then travel through Wairakei's geothermal steam clouds and the vast exotic forests which line the road to Rotorua. We recommend you attend a Maori hangi (feast) and concert tonight (optional). Stay 2 nights in Rotorua

Day 3: At Rotorua
The half day Grand Tour is included. You will see roaring geysers, boiling mud pools and steaming lakes at the thermal area, tame trout and kiwi at the springs and performing sheep and dogs at the Agrodome. This afternoon is free - there are many activities to tempt you - such as bathing in the thermal waters. For a small additional cost you could stay on a farm tonight. Overnight in Rotorua.

Day 4: Rotorua - Waitomo - Auckland
After leaving Rotorua's volcanic charms, we travel to Waitomo Caves. A tour of the caves including the world famous glow worm grotto is included. Then on to Auckland via the Waikato Valley, Hamilton and the Bombay Hills. The coach arrives in Auckland at 5.10 pm.

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Auckland - 7 Days

Tour Code: NSA07

What's included?

Departure Dates

Every Saturday

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner S = Special Meal

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1. Arrive Auckland
You will be met by a company representative and transferred to your hotel in the heart of Auckland City. The Quest Suites Hotel (6 Nights)

Day 2. Auckland City Highlights (BD)
This morning join our Auckland Highlights Tour and experience this cosmopolitan city. Tonight ride the Sky City elevator up to Orbit Revolving Restaurant for wonderful views from Australasia's Highest tower.

Day 3. West Coast Explorer (B)
Today we enjoy a scenic drive alongside the forest-clad Waitakere ranges to visit the rugged west coast, where surfers seek the perfect waves from the Tasman sea. See fascinating black sand beaches and quaint coastal settlements on this fascinating excursion.

Day 4. Cruise to Waiheke Island (B)
Cruise to Waiheke Island and enjoy a day at leisure, perhaps dine at a stylish cafe, unwind and sunbathe on an unspoilt beach, walk through native bush or explore Waiheke's scenic vineyards. Our return journey includes sights of Auckland, City of Sails from it's sparkling harbour.

Day 5. Auckland at Leisure (BD)
So much to see and do in the Queen city- shopping, entertainment, Art galleries, museums, many public gardens and walks and the viaduct harbour where superyachts gather to be ready for America's Cup yacht racing. Tonight enjoy our "dine around" where you choose from a selection of restaurants and we pay!

Day 6. Bay of Islands Discovery (B)
Travel on our full day excursion to beautiful Bay of Islands where we visit the Waitangi Treaty House and enjoy a spectacular high speed cruise in the outer Bay to Cape Brett and the "hole in the rock" before our evening return to Auckland.

Day 7. Depart Auckland (B)
Today is at leisure, depending on flight departure time until your included transfer to Auckland airport.

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Auckland, Rotorua, Wellington, Auckland - 4 days

Tour Code: TT949

Down the North Island in 4 days, including Waitomo Caves, Rotorua and Wellington, then back on the train ... Reporting time 8.30 am at Sky City Coach Terminal.

Departure: 9.00 am Daily

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1: Auckland - Waitomo - Rotorua
The Bombay Hills signal the end of sprawling Auckland city as the lush Waikato pasture lands take you past Hamilton and on to Waitomo caves. Enjoy a subterranean boat ride under an eerie canopy of glow worm lights. On across the Waikato and Mamaku Hills to fiery Rotorua. We recommend you attend a delicious Maori hangi (feast) and concert tonight (optional). Stay 2 nights in Rotorua

Day 2: At Rotorua
The half day sightseeing tour is included - see roaring geysers, boiling mud and steaming pools at the thermal area, tame trout and Kiwi at the springs and performing sheep and dogs at the Agrodome. This afternoon is free - there are many activities to attract you - such as bathing in the thermal waters. For a small additional cost you could stay on a farm tonight. Overnight in Rotorua

Day 3: Rotorua - Wellington
Drive south through exotic pine forests, past Wairakei's permanent cover of steam, to Lake Taupo. The majestic snow covered peaks of Tongariro, Ngaruahoe and Ruapehu mountains line your journey over the Desert Road plateau. After Waiouru, drop down through the steep valleys of the Rangitikei district then the fertile plains of the Manawatu river. Coastal villages, orchards and rocky seascapes bring you to Wellington at 4.1O pm. We have included an evening tour of some of the Capital's highlights - the unusual parliament buildings 'The Beehive', a cable car ride through the Botanic Gardens and some spectacular harbour and city views. Overnight in Wellington

Day 4: Wellington - Auckland
Through the tunnels, around the rocky seascapes and across the rich horticultural and dairy country to Palmerston North and Fielding. The OVERLANDER train climbs up to the central volcanic plateau, around the foot of Mt Ruapehu and then descends the Raurimu Spiral to the King Country. Through the towns of Te Awamutu and Hamilton in the Waikato Valley then follow the river north to Auckland City by 7.35 pm.

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Bay of Islands - 4 days

Tour Code: ZB4

Departure: Daily

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Auckland
You will be met on arrival at Auckland Airport and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Accommodation: Rydges Auckland (standard), Hyatt Regency (first class) or Carlton Hotel (deluxe).

Day 2: Auckland - Bay of Islands
Travel north to the beautiful Bay of Islands. Arrive in Paihia and visit the Waitangi Treaty House, where New Zealand's most important document of state was signed. This afternoon is at leisure. Accommodation: The Park Lodge on Paihia (standard), Paihia Pacific Resort Hotel (first class) or Copthorne Hotel & Resort Waitangi (deluxe), 2 nights. (B)

Day 3: Bay of Islands at leisure
Today is at leisure. Perhaps take a day excursion along Ninety Mile Beach to Cape Reinga, visit historic Russell or Kerikeri. (B)

Day 4: Bay of Islands - Auckland
This morning cruise to Cape Brett and the famous Hole in the Rock. Stop at Otehei Bay. Return to Auckland at approximately 8.15pm. (B)

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Wellington/Napier/Rotorua/Auckland - 4 days

Tour Code: TT469

Train through the North Island from the Capital city, through the lovely Hawkes bay to volcanic Rotorua then on to Auckland... Report to Wellington Railway station at 7.30 am.

Departure: 8.00 am Daily

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

DAY 1: Wellington - Napier
You join the Bay Express train and travel along the rocky Kapiti Coast to Palmerston North. The steep Manawatu Gorge takes you through the Tararua mountains to southern Hawkes Bay and onto Napier, the Art Deco capital of New Zealand. You will be met and taken on a wine tour to the vineyards, as well as a tour of the district. Overnight in Napier

DAY 2: Napier - Rotorua
This morning is free - you can explore Napier, rebuilt after an eartquake in 1931 in the Art Deco style. Your coach leaves after midday to take you across the Rangitaiki Plains to deep blue Lake Taupo. Past Wairakei, with its steam clouds, and on through vast pine forests to Rotorua where you stay 2 nights.

DAY 3: At Rotorua
The half day Grand Tour is included. You will see roaring geysers, boiling mud pools and steaming lakes at the thermal area, tame trout and kiwi at the springs and perfoming sheep and dogs at the Agrodome. This afternoon is free - there are many activities to tempt you - such as bathing in the thermal waters. For a small additional cost you could stay at a country home tonight. Overnight in Rotorua

DAY 4: Rotorua - Auckland
This morning is free. The Geyserland train leaves in the early afternoon to take you via the Mamaku Hills, the Waikato Valley, Hamilton and Pukekohe to Auckland where you arrive at 5.45 pm.

(Optional return by coach via Waitomo caves at additional cost)

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Christchurch - 7 Days

Tour Code: NSC07

What's included?

Departure Dates

Every Saturday

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner S = Special Meal

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1. - Arrive Christchurch
You will be met by a company representative and transferred to your hotel in the heart of the City. Fino Casementi Hotel (6 Nights)

Day 2. - Christchurch City Highlights (BD)
The morning join our Christchurch Highlights Tour. This evening we dine aboard the restored Heritage Tram which follows a loop around the central city.

Day 3. - Kaikoura & Whale Watching (B)
Today enjoy a scenic journey between mountain range and Pacific Ocean to the seaside settlement of Kaikoura, From here we take a scenic cruise (subject to weather) to watch for whales and seals right in close to the scenic coastline with a beautiful backdrop of stunning mountain scenery.

Day 4. - TranzAlpine Train Journey (B)
This morning board the award winnig TranzAlpine train for a spectacular sceninc journey over the majestic Southern Alps to the wild and rugged West Coast. Upon returning from our stunning rail adventure we enjoy a farewell dinner.

Day 5. - Christchurch at Leisure (BD)
Today is yours to explore the shopping and sights of fascinating Christchurch city. Visit the cathedral square, explore the boutiques and antique shops or perhaps visit the museum and art gallery adjacent to beautiful Hagley Park and Gardens. Tonight enjoy our "Dine around" where you choose from a selection of restaurants and we pay!

Day 6. - Akaroa Explorer (B)
A fascinating excursion to the pretty harbour settlement of Akaroa, where New Zealand was first settled by early French pioneers. Cruise the harbour on a comfortable catamaran and visit a working cheese factory.

Day 7. - Depart Christchurch (B)
Today is at leisure, depending on flight departure times. Transfer included to Christchurch airport.

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Nelson & Greymouth - 4 days

Tour Code: TT353B

A scenic 4 day trip around the top of the South Island from Christchurch - including beautiful national parks and mountain train journeys... Reporting time 7.00 am. Departs from Christchurch railway station.

Departure: 7.30 am Daily

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

DAY 1: Christchurch - Blenheim - Nelson
Travel today by train, the TranzCoastal, north over the plains and into the mountains. Then enjoy an exciting ride up the narrow coastal strip, with pounding surf on one side and the sheer Kaikoura ranges on the other, to Blenheim. Here, board a coach to pass vineyards and cross the forested Rai Saddle to Nelson. Stay 2 nights in Nelson.

DAY 2: At Nelson - Abel Tasman National Park Tour
Your full day tour of this beautiful park includes pick up and drop off at your hotel. After a short coach journey, travel by launch (boat) from the golden sands of Kaiteriteri beach into the park. Cruise through the blue waters, next to lush native forests, marine life, and idyllic coves and inlets. There are many opportunities to walk in the park before returning to Nelson about 5 pm.

DAY 3: Nelson - Greymouth
Travel south to Inangahua junction where you turn west. A thrilling drive down the rocky chasm and green waters of the Buller Gorge brings you to the West Coast. Your tour visits the Punakaiki 'pancake' rocks, an unusual layer formation of sandstone pillars jutting out into the sea. From there you are taken on an guided tour of the Paparoa National Park, featuring weird limestone formations among spectacular scenery. You also hear about local Maori myths and legends. Continue south to Greymouth for an overnight stay.

DAY 4: Greymouth - Christchurch
The morning is free. In the afternoon, transfer to the famous TranzAlpine Express for a scenic train ride over Arthurs Pass with its giant snow capped mountains and thick forests. The Otira tunnel brings you to the steep and exhilirating Waimakariri river gorge and down to the Canterbury plains. Arrive in Christchurch on the East Coast at 6.35 pm.

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Mount Cook - 6 days

Tour Code: ZMC6

Departure: Daily

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Christchurch
You will be met on arrival at Christchurch Airport and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Accommodation: Copthorne Hotel Central (standard), Rydges Christchurch (first class) or Millennium Hotel (deluxe).

Day 2 : Christchurch - Mount Cook
Travel via Lake Tekapo and view the Church of the Good Shepherd. Continue to Mount Cook National Park. Accommodation: The Hermitage Glencoe (standard) or The Hermitage (first class and deluxe). (B)

Day 3: Mount Cook - Queenstown
A free morning. This afternoon travel on the Lindis Pass and through the Kawarau Gorgeto Queenstown. Accommodation: Rydges Queenstown (standard), Copthorne Hotel & Resort Queenstown Lakefront (first class) or Millennium Hotel (deluxe), 3 nights. (B)

Day 4: Milford Sound Cruise
Travel along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau. Join your Milford Sound cruise and explore this majestic fiord (road and weather permitting). Return to Queenstown. (BL)

Day 5: Queenstown at leisure
Today is at leisure. Perhaps take an optional jet boat ride or go white water rafting. (B)

Day 6: Depart Queenstown
Your tour concludes today after breakfast. You will be transferred to the Queenstown Airport to connect with your onward flight. (B)

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Queenstown, Milford Sound - 4 days

Tour Code: TT321

A quick 4 day trip round the southern highlights - includes Milford Sound Cruise, Queenstown and Mt Cook Reporting time 7.45 am. Departs from 123 Worcester Street.

Departure: 8.00 am Daily

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1: Christchurch - Dunedin - Queenstown
Across the Canterbury plains to seaside Timaru, whitestone Oamaru and the Palmerston coastline before crossing the hills to Dunedin. In the afternoon, travel up the Clutha river valley through Central Otago, Cromwell, Lake Dunstan and the rocky and rugged Kawarau Gorge goldmining area to world famous Lake Wakatipu and Queenstown. Stay 3 nights in Queenstown.

Day 2: Queenstown - Milford Sound - Queenstown
Alongside Lake Wakatipu to Kingston then across country to Fiordland and the beautiful ice carved Eglinton and Hollyford Valleys, with their dense beech forests. The Homer Tunnel and the awesome Cleddau Canyon prelude a cruise on magnificent Milford Sound, including Mitre peak, rising nearly a kilometre straight up out of the sea and Bowen falls. Return to Queenstown for tonight's stay.

Day 3: At Queenstown
A full day for you to enjoy this fabulous resort - we have included the Skyline Gondola and the Kiwi Magic Movie in your tour. There are dozens of optional activities as well - thrilling jet boating on the rivers - white water rafting - helicopters through the river chasms - A.J.Hackett's world famous bungy jumping - cruises on the lake on the vintage 'TSS Earnslaw' - high country sheep stations - gold panning - spectacular walking trails - the list is endless. . . Overnight in Queenstown.

Day 4: Queenstown - Mt Cook - Christchurch
Back through the gorge and then north over the Lindis Pass to reach the MacKenzie basin. This magnificent area is lined on all sides by mountains and spotted with milky blue lakes. Cross to Mt Cook National Park, home of New Zealand's highest mountain. Optional lunch at the Hermitage Hotel or perhaps a ski plane flight over the glaciers. On past scenic Lake Tekapo, with its stone church, over Burke Pass and Fairlie to Geraldine and the Canterbury Plains. Broad rivers and wide open spaces bring you to Christchurch at 6.15 pm.

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