Freedom Holidays New Zealand

Freedom Holidays

 

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From Auckland to Christchurch Duration: 14 days | 13 nights
From $6,095.00
Experience Maori culture and amazing geothermal activity in Rotorua, discover the rugged beauty of the West Coast and explore the alpine resort of Queenstown.
Holiday type: New Zealand Holidays
Departures: Set Departure Dates
 

1

Arrive Auckland

Be met and transferred to your hotel. Choose your activity - perhaps a cruise on Waitemata Harbour or a sightseeing tour.
Stay: Auckland, SkyCity Hotel

2

Auckland - Rotorua (B, D)

Travel to Waitomo Caves for a guided tour of the glowworm and limestone caverns. Continue on to Rotorua for a Maori Hangi feast and cultural performance.
Two Night Stay: Rotorua, Heritage Hotel

3

At Rotorua (B, D)

Today experience the attractions of Rotorua. Perhaps see Rotorua's icons or explore Rainbow Springs Nature Park.

4

Rotorua- Wellington (B, D)

Follow the Thermal Explorer Highway to the heart of the North Island and view Wairakei's steam valley. See Huka Falls and tranquil Lake Taupo then travel to Wellington.
Stay: Wellington, James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

5

Wellington - Blenheim (B, D)

Take a sightseeing tour of Te Papa, the Museum of New Zealand. Later cruise across Cook Strait to Picton. Tonight enjoy a wine tasting and dinner at Montana Brancott Winery.
Stay: Heartland Hotel Marlborough

6

Blenheim - Christchurch (B, D)

See the wine region of Marlborough before arriving in Kaikoura, an area known for whale and dolphin watching. Journey to Christchurch, stopping to see a seal colony.
Stay: Christchurch, Copthorne Central Hotel

7

Christchurch - Franz Josef (B, D)

Ride the TranzAlpine train across the Canterbury Plains and the Southern Alps. Disembark at Arthurs Point and continue to Hokitika. Journey along the West Coast to Franz Josef.
Stay: Franz Josef Glacier Hotel

8

Franz Josef - Queenstown (B, D)

Travel along the West Coast to Haast. Experience a river jetboat safari, capturing breathtaking views of Haast River. In Queenstown tonight choose from four restaurants.
Two Night Stay: Queenstown, Novotel Lakeside

9

At Queenstown (B)

Today in Queenstown, perhaps take a 4WD adventure, a jetboat ride or tour Queenstown's gardens or vineyards.

10

Milford Sound - Te Anau (B, D)

Follow the Remarkables to Fiordland National Park. Relax on a Milford Sound cruise before returning to Te Anau.
Stay: Te Anau, Village Inn

11

Te Anau - Dunedin (B, D)

This afternoon in Dunedin perhaps journey to the Otago Peninsula, or tour Larnach Castle or Speight's Brewery.
Stay: Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

12

Dunedin - Mt Cook (B, D)

View the Moeraki Boulders then travel to World Heritage-listed Mt Cook National Park. Perhaps explore Mt Cook on a nature hike or choose another Exclusive Experience.
Stay: Mt Cook, The Hermitage

13

Mt Cook - Christchurch (B, D)

Travel to Lake Tekapo and the Church of the Good Shepherd then cross the Rakaia River and travel to Christchurch.
Stay: Christchurch, Copthorne Central Hotel

14

Christchurch (B)

Today choose your activity from our Exclusive Experiences. Your tour then concludes with a departure transfer.

B = Breakfast included
D = Dinner included


Departure Dates:

2011:

April: 5, 12, 19, 26

*May: 3, 10, 24

*June: 21

*July: 12

*August:  16, 23, 30

*September: 6, 13, 20, 27

October: 11, 15, 18, 25, 29

November: 1, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26, 29,

December: 6, 13, 20, 24 

*Please note the price for departures during these months varies, please contact one of our friendly consultants to obtain a quote.

Holiday Pricing Share Twin Single Triple
per person $6,095.00 $7,600.00 $6,095.00

Prices valid until 30 September 2011

Inclusions

13 nights accommodation

Exclusive experiences in Auckland, Rotorua, Queenstown, Dunedin, Mt Cook and Christchurch

24 meals included

Queenstown dining options

Tour of Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Maori Hangi feast and cultural performance

Interislander cruise

TranzAlpine train journey

Haast River Safari

Milford Sound Cruise

Dedicated Driver and Tour Director