Page 19 - New Zealand 2020

SELF DRIVE HOLIDAYS

Milford Sound, South Island Auckland, North Island
BEST OF NEW ZEALAND 22 DAYS
$
Day 1: Auckland Day 11: Wellington to Nelson – 110km From 3975 * ^ per person twin share
On arrival at Auckland Airport, collect your car and This morning, catch the Interislander ferry from
explore Auckland at leisure. Visit the Sky Tower for Wellington to Picton and then drive to Nelson. Spend 22 DAYS | AUCKLAND TO CHRISTCHURCH
360 degree views over the city and walk through the the next two nights at Rutherford Hotel Nelson.
Auckland Museum or Auckland Art Gallery for a glimpse TRAVEL TYPE: Self drive
into New Zealand’s unique history and culture (all extra Day 12: Nelson DEPARTS: Daily
charge). Overnight at Copthorne Hotel Auckland City. Today is at leisure to explore the city of Nelson.
Day 2: Auckland to Paihia – 228km Day 13: Nelson to Greymouth – 286km HIGHLIGHTS
Spend the morning at leisure in Auckland before taking Head to the ‘wild west coast’. The area of Greymouth • Enjoy the freedom of having your own car
the scenic drive to the Bay of Islands. Spend the next has a history of gold mining, which can be appreciated to explore
three nights at Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia. at the local museum and nearby Shantytown. Overnight • Experience Maori culture in Rotorua, Paihia
at Bella Vista Greymouth.
Day 3: Paihia and Lake Taupo
Explore the Bay of Islands region at leisure. Cruise Day 14: Greymouth to Glacier Region – 172km • Relax in geothermal pools in The Coromandel
to the Hole in the Rock, visit the Treaty House at Continue to Hokitika and the Westland National Park, • Learn about New Zealand’s goldmining history
Waitangi or travel via Ninety Mile Beach to Cape Reinga home of Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers. Overnight at at Greymouth
(all extra charge). Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier. • Spot dolphins, Fur seals, kiwi, and birds
Day 4: Paihia Day 15: Glacier Region to Queenstown – 355km (B) INCLUDES
Today is at leisure to explore the Northland and Bay of Depart the Glacier Region and travel to Queenstown. • 21 nights accommodation
Islands area. Visit the boutique towns of Opua, Russell Famous for being the adventure capital of the world, try
and Kerikeri or hire a sea kayak and go in search of wild white water rafting, the Shotover Jet, bungy jumping or • 22 days car hire with GPS
dolphins (extra charge). relax with a cruise on Lake Wakatipu (all extra charge). • Co-pilot self drive kit
Spend the next two nights at Copthorne Resort Lakefront. • Meals as specified
Day 5: Paihia to The Coromandel – 370km • One way InterIslander ferry crossing transfer from
Travel via Auckland or via the coastal route to The Day 16: Queenstown Wellington to Picton
Coromandel, renowned for its pristine beaches, green Explore the scenic wonders of Queenstown and the
forests and laid-back vibe. Spend the next two nights at surrounding areas at leisure. See epic film locations or ^Based on 21 night package, valid 1 Apr – 30 Sep 20. Car hire
Pauanui Pines Motor Lodge. taste world famous wine (all extra charge). is based on group C. Superior and Boutique accommodation
options also available. Ask you travel agent for prices for
Day 6: The Coromandel Day 17: Queenstown to Te Anau – 174km other dates.
Today is at leisure to explore the area. Relax in the Travel via Te Anau to Fiordland National Park and
naturally heated mineral waters at The Lost Springs Milford Sound. Spend the day at leisure exploring this
Geothermal Spa, join a kayak tour to Cathedral region, maybe even join a nature cruise (extra charge).
Cove or dig your own hot pool at Hot Water Beach Overnight at Distinction Luxmore Hotel.
(all extra charge). Day 18: Te Anau to Dunedin – 291km 3 Paihia
Day 7: The Coromandel to Rotorua – 218km Travel via Lumsden and Gore to Dunedin, home to New Whangarei
Depart The Coromandel and travel to Rotorua. Known Zealand’s only castle, Larnach Castle. Spend the next
for bubbling mud pools, shooting geysers and natural two nights at Mercure Dunedin Leisure Lodge. The Coromandel
hot springs, as well as Maori culture. Spend the next Day 19: Dunedin Auckland 1 2 Pauanui
two nights at Sudima Hotel Lake Rotorua. Discover Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula at leisure.
Day 8: Rotorua Learn about New Zealand’s unique story at the Toitu Lake 2 Rotorua
Experience all this fascinating city has to offer at leisure. Otago Settlers Museum, wander along the Dunedin Taupo Taupo
Immerse yourself in Maori culture at Mitai Maori Village Street Art Trail or travel on the Taieri Gorge Railway 1 Tongariro
and see the bright orange and turquoise champagne (all extra charge). Whanganui
pool, impressive volcanic craters and silica terraces at the Day 20: Dunedin to Twizel – 330km
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Valley (all extra charge). Take the scenic drive to Twizel, a great base to explore Marlborough
Sounds
Day 9: Rotorua to Tongariro National Park – 177km the Mount Cook region. Overnight at MacKenzie Nelson 2 1 Wellington
Depart Rotorua early and travel to Lake Taupo. Visit the Country Inn, Twizel. Westport Picton
magnificent Huka Falls or join a tour to visit the Maori Day 21: Twizel to Christchurch – 330km (B)
rock carvings at Mine Bay (extra charge). Continue onto Cross the Canterbury Plains to discover Christchurch Greymouth 1
Tongariro National Park via Turangi. Overnight at Skotel city. Overnight at Chateau on the Park – Christchurch, Franz Josef 1
Alpine Resort. a DoubleTree by Hilton. 1 1 Christchurch
Queenstown
Day 10: Tongariro National Park to Wellington – 336km Day 22: Christchurch Milford Twizel
Travel the west coast via Whanganui to New Zealand’s The car is booked until the following day and should be Sound 2 Oamaru
capital, Wellington. Drive to the top of Mount Victoria returned by the same time as it was collected on day 1 to 1
for great views over the city or ride the Wellington avoid any additional charges. Te Anau 2 Dunedin START/FINISH
Cable Car (extra charge). Overnight at Copthorne Hotel OVERNIGHT
Oriental Bay. (B = breakfast) INTERISLANDER FERRY

* Prices are a guide only, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. From prices for self drive packages are per person per package twin share, unless otherwise specified and based on the lowest room
category for travel in low season. Prices for tours and transfers are per person, unless otherwise specified. For full terms and conditions including pricing and conditions, refer to the Booking Conditions at the back of this brochure. 19