Highlights

Destinations
Auckland, Rotorua, Wellington, Blenheim, Christchurch, Mount Cook, Dunedin, Te Anau, Queenstown, Franz Josef, Punakaiki

Your Itinerary Includes

Services of a professional Tour Director
Extensive fully escorted sightseeing
All round trip airport transfers
1 night Auckland
2 nights Rotorua
1 night Wellington
1 night Blenheim
2 nights Christchurch
1 night Mount Cook
1 night Dunedin
1 night Te Anau
Milford Sound full day tour
2 nights Queenstown
TSS Earnslaw and Walter Peak Station dinner
1 night Franz Josef
1 night Punakaiki
TranzAlpine Train (Greymouth to Christchurch)
14 breakfasts 10 dinners

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Day-By-Day Itinerary

Tour departs USA on Sunday

*Please note this itinerary also operates in reverse on additional dates. Call for details.

Day 1 Sun Fly USA to Auckland

Day 2 Mon Cross the International Date Line

Day 3 Tue Arrive Auckland
On arrival at the hotel your day is at leisure to explore Auckland. Perhaps visit the Sky Tower for spectacular views of the harbor and surrounding volcanic hills. This evening enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director.

Accommodation: Stamford Plaza, Auckland.

Day 4 Wed Rotorua
Today we experience a guided tour of the famous Waitomo Caves and discover the incredible Glow-worm Grotto. Enjoy a special cultural evening featuring a Maori concert and Hangi feast. You will be greeted with a traditional Maori welcome ceremony, called a Powhiri, before experiencing a night of authentic traditional culture, entertainment and a Hangi feast.

Accommodation: Millennium Hotel, Rotorua, 2 nights.

Day 5 Thu Rotorua
Sparkling wine aboard the Lakeland Queen kicks off a Lake Rotorua breakfast cruise. Then it’s the Agrodome Sheep Show followed by a guided tour of Te Puia and the Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve. In the afternoon relax or explore, it’s ‘Free Time’.

Day 6 Fri Wellington
Our highlights today include charming Taupo, in the heart of the North Island, a visit the mighty Huka Falls and a picturesque drive into the capital city of Wellington, located on the harbor.

Accommodation: Novotel Wellington, Wellington.

Day 7 Sat Blenheim
This morning we enjoy a sightseeing tour of Wellington and take in the panoramic views from Mt. Victoria. Visit Te Papa, New Zealand's National Museum, and explore the fascinating exhibits at your leisure. Later, join the inter-island cruise across Cook Strait and tranquil Queen Charlotte Sound. Tonight enjoy a wine tasting and dinner at the Montana Winery.

Accommodation: Chateau Marlborough, Blenheim.

Day 8 Sun Christchurch
Today we experience the stunning scenery of the east coast and see New Zealand fur seals. Visit Kaikoura where you can take an optional whale watching flight (own expense), then continue on to Christchurch.

Accommodation: Novotel, Christchurch.

Day 9 Mon Mt. Cook
Discover the sights of Christchurch this morning on the Christchurch Tram. Enjoy views of the colorful patchwork plains, then visit beautiful Lake Tekapo and see the Church of the Good Shepherd. We also take in the scenery of Mt. Cook National Park, home to New Zealand's highest mountain and you can take an optional scenic flight (weather permitting).

Accommodation: MacKenzie Country Inn, Twizel.

Day 10 Tue Dunedin
See the pretty Oamaru region today before journeying on to Dunedin. This afternoon is free for you to explore this charming town founded by Scottish settlers – perhaps visit Cadbury World or take a wildlife cruise.

Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Southern Cross, Dunedin.

Day 11 Wed Te Anau
This morning enjoy a guided tour and morning tea at Larnach Castle, followed by the highlights of Dunedin on a sightseeing tour. This evening stay in pretty Te Anau.

Accommodation: Distinction Hotel, Te Anau.

Day 12 Thu Milford Sound
Experience the magnificent alpine scenery of Fiordland today. We drive through the mile long hand hewn Homer Tunnel and see The Chasm. Later, we discover spectacular Milford Sound on a memorable cruise. See Mitre Peak and Bowen Falls.

Accommodation: Millennium Hotel, Queenstown, 2 nights.

Day 13 Fri Queenstown
Explore Queenstown at your leisure today. You could take an exhilarating jet boat ride or go white water rafting. Tonight board the historic steamship T.S.S. Earnslaw for a cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak Station where you experience a sheep dog demonstration and a sumptuous carvery dinner.

Day 14 Sat Franz Josef
Colorful Arrowtown is our first stop today to discover the rich history and browse through the delightful shops. We also see Lake Wanaka, Cromwell, Kawarau Gorge, Stop at Thunder Creek Falls, travel over the Haast Pass and take in the awesome scenery of the towering mountains and the sparkling Tasman Sea along the coastal road to Franz Josef.

Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier, Franz Josef.

Day 15 Sun Punakaiki
Explore the Franz Josef Glacier region before continuing to Hokitika – home of the native greenstone (jade). Then, on to Punakaiki to view the Pancake Rocks and Blowholes.

Accommodation: Punakaiki Resort, Punakaiki.

Day 16 Mon Christchurch
Discover the magnificent Franz Josef Glacier today. Next we visit Hokitika where you can see beautiful native greenstone (jade) jewelry and artifacts then view the fascinating Pancake Rocks and blowholes at Punakaiki. At Arthur's Pass board the TranzAlpine train for a spectacular journey over the Southern Alps to Christchurch.

Accommodation: The Heritage Hotel, Christchurch.

Day 17 Tue Fly Christchurch to USA (Via Auckland)
You will be transferred to Christchurch Airport for your onward flight.

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Pricing

Please note all prices listed below are subject to current rate of exchange adjustments. Please call for exact price quote for your travel dates.

To determine pricing for your tour select the appropriate travel season and desired accommodation level from the table below.

Reference # SWSP3562	Land Per Person	Land Single Supplement

2010 Departures from USA

May 2; May 9; Jun 13; Jul 11; Aug 8; Aug 22; Sep 5; Sep 19; Sep 26	$3655	$1010

Oct 3; Oct 10; Oct 17; Oct 24; Oct 31; Nov 7; Nov 21; Nov 28; Dec 12; Dec 19; Dec 26	$4320	$1155

2011 Departures from USA

Jan 10, 17, 24; Feb 7, 14, 28; Mar 7, 14	$4320	$1155

International Airfare Pricing
Routing: LAX-AKL//CHC-LAX

4/1-6/16/10, 7/18-11/13/10		$1570

6/17-7/17/10, 11/14-12/9/10, 1/22-3/31/11		$1680

12/10/10-1/21/11		$1810

Domestic Airfare Pricing
If you have obtained your international air independently and only require internal Australia and/or New Zealand flights, please refer to pricing and routing below

Routing: CHC-AKL		$180

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Terms & Conditions

*Prices are per person, twin/double share in USD. Travel may be restricted to certain days of the week and be available from one or multiple US departure points. Add on fares are available from most US cities and surcharges may be applicable for travel on particular days of the week. Seats are limited and may not be available on every flight. Hotels and tours remain subject to availability. US and Foreign Govt. taxes and fees vary depending on the itinerary selected and may range from $90 to $395 per person. Passenger Facility Charges of up to $18 per person and the September 11th Security Fee of up to $10 per person, are not included. After ticketing changes may not be permissible in some circumstances, or a change fee may be applied. Cancellation penalties and other booking or alteration restrictions may exist. Please note that some air segments may be served by an associated carrier. Full payment for special deals may be required within a number of days of the reservation being made as nominated by your consultant at the time of booking (or 60 days prior to departure). Please note blackout dates may apply to Christmas, New Year and local special event periods. Prices indicated remain subject to change without notice. Group inquiries are welcome however specials remain subject to hotel and airline capacity control and therefore may not be applicable for group travel. The best deal available for group travel will always be given in lieu of the offer indicated. Unless otherwise indicated all travel must be completed by March 31, 2011 if not before. CST #2012413-20 See our Complete Terms and Conditions.

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