Holidays to New Zealand - Royal New Zealand Escorted Coach Tour Ref: N30

Day 1
UK - Auckland
Depart London Heathrow o­n a scheduled Air New Zealand flight to Auckland via Los Angeles or Hong Kong.

Day 2
In flight

Day 3
Arrive Auckland
Arrival in Auckland is during the late morning. A transfer to your hotel is included. Dinner Included
Overnights(2): Auckland, The Langham Hotel

Day 4
Auckland 'Scenic FreeChoice'
Today is at leisure to explore the "City of Sails" with Scenic FreeChoice Inclusions, choose from: Sky Tower, the tallest tower in the Southern Hemisphere; Visit Kelly Tarlton’s Underwater World; Auckland morning sightseeing tour; Cruise o­n Auckland Harbour including morning tea; Walk through the Waitakere Rainforest; Sail o­n a authentic America's Cup yacht(must be pre-booked). Breakfast Included

Day 5
Aucklan - Omapere
This morning we head north along the Hibiscus Coast to Matakohe. Visit the unique Kauri Pioneer Museum for an insight into the mighty Kauri Tree. Continue up the Northland peninsula through the breathtaking Waipoua Forest. Later enjoy an exclusive Hokianga Harbour Cruise and delicous Hangi Dinner o­n the beach. Breakfast & Highlight Dinner Included
Overnight(1): Hokianga, Copthorne Hotel & Resort

Day 6
Omapere - Bay of Islands
Take a short drive to the Bay of Islands where we visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds. This afterneen we cruise across the Bay of Islands to Cape Brett Lighthouse and through the famous 'Hole in the Rock' (weather permitting). Breakfast & Dinner Included
Overnights(2): Bay of Islands, Copthorne Hotel & Resort

Day 7
Bay of Islands - ‘Scenic FreeChoice’ Day
Scenic FreeChoice Day: choose from: On the Edge, the ultimate day sail in the bay; Cruise and tour historic Russell and Pompallier; Full day tour to Cape Reinga; Cruise and swim with the dolphins; Play 18 holes of golf at picturesque Waitangi Golf Club; Try you hand at Fishing in the bay. Breakfast & Dinner Included

Day 8
Whangarei - Auckland
Travel to Whangarei and enjoy some free time to explore before returning to Auckland. Breakfast & Dinner Included
Overnight(1): Auckland, The Langham Hotel

Day 9
Vintage Railway - Rotorua
Travel to the top of Mt Eden then travel south to ‘Goldfields Railway’ and take the vintage train through Karangahake Gorge. Visit Longlands Homestead a working dairy farm for a home cooked lamb roast lunch. In the afternoon visit Whakarewarewa Village for a guided tour. Breakfast & Highlight Lunch Included
Overnights(2): Rotorua, Novotel Lakeside Resort

Day 10
Rotorua - ‘Scenic FreeChoice’ afternoon
This morning tour Te Puia Thermal Reserve and Maori Arts and Crafts Institute. Scenic FreeChoice Inclusions: choose from: Agrodome sheep shearing and farm dog show; Explore Rotorua's city and lakes: Relax in the geothermal mineral pools at the Polynesian Spa; Enjoy trout fishing; Visit the ‘Buried Village’ archaeological site; Visit Rotorua Museum; or enjoy a 4WD safari adventure. Breakfast Included

Day 11
Rotorua - Napier - Winery Dinner
Visit Huka Falls, Wairakei Steam Valley and Lake Taupo. Continue to the coastal township of Napier. This afternoon explore at leisure this unique city renowned for its Art-Deco architecture. Tonight enjoy wine tasting and dinner at the Church Road Winery. Breakfast & Highlight Dinner Included
Overnight(1): Napier, Scenic Circle Te Pania Hotel

Day 12
Napier - Wellington
This morning we travel south to Wellington. o­n arrival enjoy a guided tour of Te Papa, New Zealand's national museum. Return to your hotel overlooking Wellington harbour for a relaxing dinner. Breakfast & Dinner Included
Overnight(1): Wellington, Copthorne Oriental Bay Hotel

Day 13
Marlborough Sounds - Christchurch
Enjoy breakfast at leisure and full use of the facilities o­n board the Interlander Ferry in the Kaitaki Plus premier loung.Cruise through the Marlborough Sounds Picton. Continue along the spectacular east coast to Christchurch including a short stop at Kaikoura seal colony. Breakfast & Dinner Included
Overnight(1): Christchurch, Millennium Hotel

Day 14
TranzAlpine Rail - Jade Factory - Franz Josef Glacier
Today take an unforgettable journey o­n board the TranzAlpine train across spectacular river gorges and through the beautiful Southern Alps. Rejoin the coach at Arthurs Pass and travel to Hokitika to visit the wonderful Greenstone (Jade) Factory. Continue o­n to view the awesome Franz Josef Glacier. Breakfast & Dinner Included
Overnight(1): Franz Josef, Te Waionui Forest Retreat

Day 15
Haast River Safari - Queenstown
Take an exhilarating jest boat ride o­n the mighty Haast River. Continue o­n to picturesque Queenstown. Breakfast Included
Overnights(3): Queenstown, Hotel St Moritz

Day 16
Queenstown - ‘Scenic Free Choice' Day
Scenic FreeChoice Inclusions: choose from: Take an exhilarating ride o­n a jet boat; See the beautiful Southern Lakes region o­n a 4WD tour; Enjoy a guided tour of local wineries with lunch; Enjoy a guided tour to historic Skippers Canyon; Enjoy a therapeutic massage or foot revival; Tour local country gardens tour including morning tea; Discover the secrets of bungy jumping followed by lunch or a bngy jump; Take a guided walk through the Mount Aspiring National Park; Included in the tour, at no extra cost. 'Scenic FreeChoice' Dining: choose from: Cruise Lake Wakatipu o­n aboard the nostalgic TSS Earnslaw and then dine at Walter Peak Station; Ride the gondola to the Skyline Restaurant & dine with views; Enjoy a relaxing a a-la-carte dinner at Lombardi’s Restaurant. Breakfast & Highlight Dinner

Day 17
Queenstown, at leisure
Today enjoy an extra day to explore Queenstown at your own pace. Breakfast Included

Day 18
Milford Sound Cruise - Te Anau
Travel to Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland National Park. Join an unforgettable cruise of Milford Sound, the most accessible of Fiordland’s magnificent glacier carved fiords, including the famous ‘Mitre Peak’. Rejoin the coach to travel to Te Anau. Breakfast & Dinner Included
Overnight(1): Te Anau, The Village Inn

Day 19
Te Anau - Dunedin
Travel across Lake Te Anau to the Glow Worm Caves, where you will glide by small boat through the silent darkness of the enchanting Glow Worm Grotto. Rejoin the coach and journey to Dunedin, New Zealand's oldest city. Breakfast & Dinner Included Home Stay: Opportunity to experience the warmth of the localpeople during an overnight 'Home Stay' (must be pre-booked)
Overnight(1): Dunedin, Southern Cross Hotel

Day 20
Dunedin - Mt Cook - Lake Tekapo
This morning experience a Dunedin city sights tour thenhead north stopping at the Moeraki Boulders. Travel to the beautiful Mt Cook National Park and stop to view Mt Cook (subject to weather). Continue to your hotel o­n the shores of Lake Tekapo. Breakfast & Dinner Included
Overnight(1): Lake Tekapo, Peppers Bluewater Resort

Day 21
Mount Cook - Christchurch
This morning see the ‘Church of the Good Shepherd’ situated o­n the lake's edge. This tiny church was built in 1935 from locally gathered stones and oak. Continue to Christchurch and enjoy a city sights tour o­n arrival. Tonight's highlight is cocktails o­n the Christchurch historic Tram, followed by a Farewell Dinner at the Six Chairs Missing Restaurant. Breakfast & Hightlight Dinner
Overnight(1): Christchurch, Millenium Hotel

Day 22
Christchurch ‘Scenic FreeChoice' Morning - Auckland - UK
Scenic Free Choice Morning: choose from: Punting trip along the beautiful Avon River; Visit a local garden; Aguided bike tour; Explore the city at leisure with a historic Tram Sightseeing Pass; Included in the tour, at no extra cost. Bid farewell to your new found friends and travelling companions and transfer to the airport. Check in for your flight to Auckland where you will connect with a Air New Zealand flight back to the UK via Los Angeles or Hong Kong. Breakfast Included

Day 23
Arrive UK

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