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TOURING

Wellington, North Island Rotorua, North Island
NORTHERN ESCAPE 9 DAYS
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Day 1: Auckland (D) finest Art Deco cities. This afternoon your local guide From 5303 * ^ per person twin share
Welcome to New Zealand. On arrival, you will be will bring the fascinating history and architecture to
transferred to your downtown city hotel. This evening, life as you take a guided walk of the town. Spend the 9 DAYS | AUCKLAND TO WELLINGTON
join your fellow travellers for a three course welcome next two nights in Napier.
dinner. Overnight in Auckland. OPERATOR: Kirra Tours
Day 6: Hawke’s Bay (BD) TRAVEL TYPE: Escorted coach
Day 2: Auckland to Waiuku and Waiheke Island (BD) Widely regarded as the ‘Tuscany of the South Pacific’,
After breakfast, a brief ferry ride into the Hauraki Gulf this region boasts some of New Zealand’s best DEPARTS: 2020: Sep 8 • Oct 6 • Nov 10 • Dec 1
brings you to Waiheke Island, a haven for vineyards, wineries. Enjoy a free day to experience some of the 2021: Jan 5, 26 • Feb 23 • Mar 23
olive groves, art galleries and sandy beaches. Enjoy a many optional activities available or simply relax and
locally guided tour of the island that includes visiting enjoy your surroundings. This evening, visit Mission HIGHLIGHTS
some top vineyards and sampling gourmet culinary Estate, New Zealand’s oldest winery established by
delights. Return to the mainland in the early afternoon a group of French missionaries in 1851. Enjoy wine • Visit Auckland’s Waiheke Island
and drive south to Waiuku. Walk along the black sand tastings followed by a fine dining experience in the • Experience Maori culture, geothermal landscapes
beach, spoil yourself at the day spa or enjoy a cold drink elegantly restored seminary with its sweeping views and hangi in Rotorua
while taking in the panoramic view of the Tasman Sea. over the vineyards, city and the coast beyond. • Discover the Art Deco City of Napier on a guided
Overnight in Waiuku. walking tour
Day 7: Napier to Wellington (B)
Day 3: Waiuku to Rotorua (B) Travel this morning to the Mount Bruce Wildlife Centre, • Wine tasting and find dining at Mission Estate
Depart Waiuku and continue travelling south to the a captive-breeding sanctuary for the country’s most Vineyard
geothermal city of Rotorua. This afternoon is free to endangered birds and home to the only white kiwi in INCLUDES
explore this fascinating city known for its rich Maori captivity. Continue to Wellington, the nation’s capital,
culture, natural hot springs, bubbling mud pools and where you enjoy a brief sightseeing and orientation tour • 8 nights 4 and 5 star accommodation
beautiful forests and lakes. For dinner tonight check before checking into your accommodation. Spend the • Meals as specified
out Eat Streat, a collection of top restaurants and bars next two nights in Wellington. • Tours and admissions as per itinerary
with an all-weather al fresco dining area (extra charge). • Experienced driver/guide
Spend the next two nights in Rotorua. Day 8: Wellington (B) • Premium air-conditioned coach
Today is at leisure. Named the ‘coolest little capital
Day 4: Rotorua (BD) in the world’ by Lonely Planet, Wellington is nestled • Return airport transfers
Today’s highlight is an exclusive cruise across the between a sparkling harbour and rolling green hills ^Price valid 8 Sep, 6 Oct, 10 Nov, 1 Dec 20, 5, 26 Jan, 23 Feb,
serene, clear waters of Lake Rotoiti. Explore native bays and is renowned for its arts, heritage, culture and 23 Mar 21.
and coves of the lake under sail on a luxury catamaran native beauty. A visit to Te Papa National Museum is
and bathe in the thermal waters of the Manupirua hot highly recommended as is a ride on the famous Cable
springs, accessible only by boat. Visit the Blue and Car up the hill to Kelburn for amazing views over the
Green Lakes before returning to Rotorua. This evening city (extra charge). Take a walk around the harbour
be treated to a traditional Maori hangi (feast) and cultural front to Oriental Bay and visit one of the many cafés
performance. before returning to the city.
Day 5: Rotorua to Napier (B) Day 9: Wellington (B)
This morning visit the Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland After breakfast, your holiday ends today and you will
to see some of New Zealand’s most unique geothermal be transferred to the airport to connect with your
and volcanic features. Next, stop near Taupo to view onward flight.
the mighty Huka Falls on the way through the popular Auckland 1
lakeside town. Continue to Napier, one of the world’s (B = breakfast, D = dinner) Waiuku 1

2 Rotorua
Taupo

2 Napier

2 Wellington

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Waiheke Island, North Island OVERNIGHT

* Prices are a guide only, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. From prices for accommodation are per room per night for 2 people, 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. 29