DAY
1 - ARRIVE CHRISTCHURCH
On arrival in Christchurch,`The Garden City', you will be met by our local
representative for either a private transfer to your hotel or collection of
your rental car.
DAY 2 - CHRISTCHURCH - DUNEDIN
Travel south across the Canterbury Plains through the towns of Timaru and
Oamaru to reach the Scottish influenced city of Dunedin,renowned for it's
natural history and Otago University. (B)
DAY 3 - DUNEDIN - QUEENSTOWN
This morning is free for optional activities before departing Dunedin and
crossing New Zealand's Blue Mountains to Raes Junction.Then follow the
Clutha river into Queenstown. (B)
DAY 4 - 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 5 - QUEENSTOWN - MOUNT COOK - CHRISTCHURCH
Travel through the Central Otago region to Lake Pukaki and Mt Cook,or as
known in Maori `Aorangi',the cloud piercer.Visit the `Church of the Good
Shepherd' at Lake Tekapo before travelling across the Canterbury Plains to
arrive in Christchurch. (B)
DAY 6 - CHRISTCHURCH - ROTORUA
Transfer to Christchurch Airport today for your flight to the `Thermal
City'of Rotorua.Flight from Christchurch to Rotorua NOT included. (B)
DAY 7 - 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. (B)
DAY 8 - ROTORUA - WAITOMO - AUCKLAND
Travel over the forested Mamaku Ranges to reach 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 through the fertile Waikato area to reach Auckland - the `City of
Sails'. (B)
DAY 9 - 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)
