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 Church of the Good Shephard
State: New Zealand
Operator: Adventure Express Minimum Price: AUD $ 2,475 Low Cost New Zealand Experience, see Christchurch, Queenstown, Franz Josef, Rotorua, Auckland & more
Highlights:
Day 1 Tue: Arrive Auckland On arrival in Auckland you will be transferred to your hotel (flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm). The remainder of the day is at leisure. This evening enjoy a welcome drink. Day 2 Wed: Waitomo Caves/Rotorua Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Auckland, then journey south through the Waikato district to Waitomo. At the Waitomo Caves experience a guided tour and boat ride of the incredible Glow-worm Grotto. This afternoon travel to Rotorua. Day 3 Thu: Rotorua
Day 4 Fri: Rotorua/Wellington This morning depart Rotorua, travelling south to Wairakei and on to Taupo, in the very heart of the North Island. Stop to view mighty Huka Falls before following the eastern shoreline of Lake Taupo. Continue through the rich dairy farming lands of Manawatu to the coast and into the capital city Wellington. Day 5 Sat: Wellington/Picton Enjoy a tour around Wellington. Day 6 Sun: Christchurch Travel along the rugged coast to Kaikoura, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy an optional whale watching flight. This afternoon continue to the beautiful city Christchurch. Day 7 Mon: Mt. Cook Travel over the colourful, patchwork plains of Canterbury. Visit beautiful Lake Tekapo and view the Church of the Good Shepherd. Continue past Mt. Cook National Park, home to New Zealand's highest mountain. Time to take an optional scenic flight over this mighty mountain (weather permitting). Day 8 Tue: Dunedin Follow the Waitaki River, passing hydro-electric dams at Waitaki and Aviemore. Travel through Oamaru which is famous for its white stone buildings made of limestone. Continue south to Dunedin, founded by Scottish settlers. Day 9 Wed: Dunedin Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Dunedin and the opportunity to visit historic Larnach Castle. Travel south through Balclutha and the farming town of Gore. Cross the rich fertile country of South Otago and continue to Te Anau. Day 10 Thu: Milford Sound Travel south towards Fiordland, and through the Homer Tunnel. Stop briefly at the Chasm before arriving at Milford Sound. Enjoy a cruise on the waters of this natural wonder, with Mitre Peak and Bowen Falls high above you. Continue to Queenstown. Day 11 Fri: Queenstown Today is at leisure for you to enjoy the many scenic delights of Queenstown, New Zealand's adventure capital. This evening you have the opportunity to ride the Skyline Gondola to the top of Bob's Peak for a delicious buffet dinner. Day 12 Sat: Fox Glacier Enjoy a visit to Arrowtown, a colourful township steeped in local history. Follow the course of the fast flowing Kawarau River through the Kawarau Gorge. Climb over the Haast Pass, which winds its way through Mount Aspiring National Park. Continue north along the coastal road to Fox Glacier. Day 13 Sun: Punakaiki/ Christchurch This morning you will have the opportunity to enjoy an optional scenic flight (weather permitting). This afternoon continue north along the rugged coast to Punakaiki and see the Pancake Rocks and blowholes. Day 14 Mon: Depart Christchurch You will be transferred to Christchurch Airport to connect with your flight (flights to depart anytime). (B) What's Included?
Tour Code: HAAC Special Departure Dates: 08 May, 15 May, 19 Jun, 17 Jul, 4 Aug, 28 Aug, 11 Sep, 25 Sep Trip Duration: 14 days Departs from: Auckland Tour Ends: Christchurch All Prices: $2475 per adult. Savings available for Concession Card holders, group bookings and children. Send enquiry / Check Availability
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Enjoy an evening of fun and laughter and gain an insight into traditional Maori culture and entertainment, plus 
Tonight you have the opportunity to experience a special evening of entertainment presenting The Realm of Tăne, an extraordinary journey through Maori culture, mythology and our story of creation. (B)