DAY
1 - ARRIVE AUCKLAND
On arrival in Auckland, 'The City of Sails', you will be met by our local
representative for either a private transfer to your hotel or collection of
your rental car.
DAY 2 - AUCKLAND SIGHTSEEING
Morning tour including Victoria Park Market, Westhaven Marina and the
volcanic crater of Mt Eden for spectacular views of the city and harbour.
(B)
DAY 3 - AUCKLAND - WAITOMO - ROTORUA
Travel south through the fertile Waikato region to arrive at Waitomo. Enjoy
a guided tour of the world famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves including an underground
boat ride viewing the millions of glow worms on the cavern roof. On completion
continue over the forested Mamaku Ranges to reach the 'Thermal City' of Rotorua.
(B)
DAY 4 - ROTORUA
Visit
Te Puia Thermal Reserve to see boiling mudpools and roaring
geysers. Following this visit Paradise Valley Springs to see New Zealand's
trout, birds and wildlife before continuing to the Agrodome for a New Zealand
farm show featuring sheep dog demonstrations, cow milking and an introduction
to the stars of our sheep industry. The afternoon is at leisure. This evening
enjoy an authentic Maori Hangi (Feast) and Concert. (B, D)
DAY 5 - ROTORUA - CHRISTCHURCH
Transfer to Rotorua Airport today for your flight to the 'Garden City' of
Christchurch. Flight from Rotorua to Christchurch NOT included. (B)
DAY 6 - CHRISTCHURCH - MT COOK - QUEENSTOWN
Travel across the fertile Canterbury Plains to Lake Tekapo and the 'Church
of the Good Shepherd' before continuing on to New Zealand's highest mountain
- Mt Cook. Depart Mt Cook and follow the shores of Lake Pukaki south through
the historic Central Otago region to the 'Alpine Resort' of Queenstown. (B)
DAY 7 - MILFORD SOUND
Follow the southern arm of Lake Wakatipu to Lumsden, and onward to Lake Te
Anau.Enter the Eglinton Valley and travel through the breath taking man made
Homer Tunnel to reach Milford Sound. Enjoy a cruise on this world famous
fiord, dominated by Mitre Peak and the cascading Bowen Falls. Return to
Queenstown. (B)
DAY 8 - QUEENSTOWN
An
opportunity today to explore the endless optional attractions
available. Queenstown offers bungy jumping,jetboating,white water
rafting, gondola rides and much more. Optional activities not included in tour
price. (B)
DAY 9 - QUEENSTOWN - GLACIER REGION
Departing Queenstown this morning, travel along the shores of Lakes Wanaka
and Hawea to the Haast Pass, gateway to World Heritage Westland National
Park.Continue up the West Coast past spectacular mountain ranges,native
forests and lakes to the glacier region of Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers. (B)
DAY 10 - GLACIER REGION - CHRISTCHURCH
Travel north to Greymouth today and board the TranzAlpine train (seat in
coach passengers only). Ascend through lush beech forests past the alpine
village of Arthur's Pass before crossing the spectacular Southern
Alps. Travel beside the Waimakariri River to Christchurch. (B)
DAY 11 - CHRISTCHURCH SIGHTSEEING
Highlights of this mornings tour include the Anglican Cathedral, Town Hall,
the Arts Centre, Canterbury Museum, the University, Botanic Gardens and the
Avon River. (B)
DAY 12 - DEPARTURE DAY
Your arrangements conclude today with a departure transfer or the return
of your rental car. We trust you enjoyed your Flexi tours Vacation! (B).
