Freedom Holidays New Zealand

Freedom Holidays

 

Wonderland
From Auckland to Christchurch Duration: 17 days | 16 nights
From $7,595.00
Commencing in Auckland, you'll travel to the beautiful Bay of Islands before journeying to geothermal Rotorua.
Holiday type: New Zealand Holidays
Departures: Set Departure Dates
 

1

Arrive Auckland

You will be met and transferred to your hotel. Then perhaps sail Auckland Harbour or climb the Auckland Harbour Bridge.
Stay: Auckland, SkyCity Hotel

2

Auckland - Bay of Islands (B, D)

Travel to Matakohe and visit the Kauri Museum before continuing to the Bay of Islands. Here visit historic Waitangi.
Two Night Stay: Paihia Pacific Resort

3

At Bay of Islands (B)

Perhaps tour to Cape Reinga or Russell or relax on the beach.

4

Bay of Islands - Auckland (B, D)

Cruise to Cape Brett  and the Hole In The Rock before heading to Auckland. Tonight dine at the Observatory Restaurant.
Stay: Auckland, SkyCity Hotel

5

Waitomo - Rotorua (B, D)

Tour the Waitomo Caves. Continue to Rotorua and experience Maori culture with a Hangi feast and performance.
Two Night Stay: Rotorua, Heritage Hotel

6

At Rotorua (B, D)

Explore geothermal Rotorua. You could visit Rotorua's icons or the Rotorua Museum, or enjoy a Polynesian Spa treatment.

7

Rotorua - Wellington (B, D)

Today view Wairakei steam valley, spectacular Huka Falls and Lake Taupo. Cross the Tongariro National Park to Wellington.
Stay: Wellington, James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

8

Wellington - Blenheim (B, D)

Tour Wellington then cruise Cook Strait to Picton. Travel to Blenheim and tonight enjoy a winery dinner.
Stay: Blenheim Country Hotel

9

Blenheim - Kaikoura - Christchurch (B)

Visit Kaikoura, then travel along the coast to Christchurch.
Stay: Christchurch, Copthorne Central Hotel

10

Christchurch - Franz Josef (B, D)

Take the TranzAlpine train to Arthurs Pass and continue along the West Coast to Franz Josef Glacier.
Stay: Franz Josef Glacier Hotel

11

Franz Josef - Queenstown (B, D)

Take a jetboat tour of Haast River. Continue to Queenstown and enjoy a choice of four dining options.
Two Night Stay: Queenstown, Novotel Lakeside

12

At Queenstown (B)

Perhaps take a Shotover River jetboat ride or a winery tour.

13

Queenstown - Milford Sound - Te Anau (B, D)

Travel to World Heritage-listed Fiordland National Park and cruise Milford Sound. Return to Te Anau.
Stay:Te Anau, Village Inn

14

Te Anau - Dunedin (B, D)

Leaving Fiordland, head to Dunedin. This afternoon perhaps visit Olveston House or tour the Otago Peninsula.
Stay: Dunedin City Hotel

15

Dunedin - Mt Cook (B, D)

View the Moeraki Boulders before travelling to Mt Cook National Park. Here, perhaps go on a nature hike.
Stay: Mt Cook, The Hermitage

16

Mt Cook - Christchurch (B, D)

Continue to Lake Tekapo and visit the Church of the Good Shepherd. Then travel to Christchurch.
Stay: Christchurch, Copthorne Central Hotel

17

Christchurch (B)

Enjoy an Exclusive Experience this morning. Your tour concludes after this with a departure transfer to the airport.

B = Breakfast included
D = Dinner included


Departure Dates:

2009:

November: 2, 4, 7, 11, 14, 16, 21, 28
December: 5, 7, 12, 19, 26

2010:

January: 2, 9, 11, 13, 16, 20, 23, 25, 27, 30
February: 1, 3, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 27
March: 6, 8, 10, 13, 17, 20, 22, 27
April: 3, 10, 11, 17, 24, 25
May: 1, 15, 16, 29
June: 12
July: 24
August:  14, 21, 28
September: 4, 11, 12, 18, 25
October: 2, 6, 9, 10, 16, 23, 24, 30
November: 6, 10, 13, 14, 17, 20, 21, 24, 27
December: 4, 11, 12, 18, 25

Holiday Pricing Share Twin Single Triple
per person $7,995.00 $9,905.00 $7,595.00

Prices valid until 31 March 2010.

 

Inclusions

16 nights accommodation

Exclusive Experiences in Auckland, Bay of Islands, Rotorua, Queenstown, Dunedin, Mt Cook and Christchurch

29 meals included

Cape Brett and Hole In The Rock cruise

Waitomo Caves tour

Maori Hangi feast and cultural performance

Interislander cruise

TranzAlpine train journey

Haast River Safari

Milford Sound Cruise

Dedicated Driver and Tour Director