Holidays to New Zealand - New Zealand Mosaic Escorted Coach Tour Ref: N38

Day 03
Arrive Auckland
“Haere Mai” (welcome) to New Zealand! You will be met upon arrival and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the city of sails.
Overnight(1): Copthorne Hotel Harbour City- Auckland

Day 04
Glowworm Cave – Rotorua – Maori Hangi
This morning journey to the top of Mt Eden for spectacular views of Aucklad city and the harbour. Leaving the "City of Sails" we head south to the Ruakuri glowworm caves, and experience a guided tour of the underground limestone caverns. Continue o­n to the Whakarewarewa Forest for a relaxing stroll through the towering Redwoods. Arrive in Rotorua, the heartland of New Zealand’s Maori culture. HIGHLIGHT DINNER - Tonight you will be entertained at a traditional Maori cultural performance followed by Hangi (feast). Breakfast & Highlight Dinner Included
Overnights(2): Hotel Ibis - Rotorua

Day 05
Rotorua
Highlight Breakfast - View the sunrise over the shores of Lake Rotorua on the Lakeland Queen historic paddle steamer, whilst enjoying a glass of sparkling wine and a hearty breakfast. Arrive at the Agrodome for an entertaining show of sheep shearing and farm dog trials. Visit the bubbling mud pools and thermal geyser at the amazing Te Puia Thermal Valley and the Maori Arts and Craft Institute. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure for you to experience the many other activites Rotorua has to offer. Highlight Breakfast Included

Day 06
Huka Falls – Wellington
Today our first stop is the fascinating geothermal power station at the Wairakei Steam Valley. Then it’s o­n to see spectacular Huka Falls and the impressive Lake Taupo. Cross the vast volcanic plains of Tongariro National Park and arrive i­n Wellington. Breakfast Included
Overnight(1): West Plaza Hotel - Wellington

Day 07
Marlborough Sounds Cruise – Christchurch
This morning board the Interislander Ferry and cruise from the north to the south island, through the breathtaking beauty of the Marlborough Sounds. Continue by coach down the spectacular east coast, including a short stop the Kaikoura seal colony. Breakfast & Dinner Included
Overnight(1): Grand Chancellor Hotel - Christchurch

Day 08
TranzAlpine Rail – Franz Josef & Fox Glacier
Today’s touring takes you for an unforgettable rail journey Southern Alps o­n the TranzAlpine. Disembark at Arthurs Pass and continue o­n to Hokitika to see skilled craftsmen carving Pounama (Jade). It’s then o­n to view the awesome Franz Josef Glacier. Opportunity to experience a scenic helicopter flight with snow landing (own expense and weather permitting). Breakfast & Dinner Included
Overnight(1): Scenic Circle Fox Glacier Country Hotel - Fox Glacier

Day 09
Arrowtown – Queenstown
Travel through the sub-tropical rainforest to Haast Pass, vew the spectaclur Thunder Creek Falls an travel to the small mountain town of Wanaka. Visit popular Arrowtown, a quaint and historic gold mining town, previously o­ne of the richest rivers inthe world. Continue o­n to picturesque Queenstown and your hotel overlooking beautiful Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables mountain range. Breakfast & Dinner Included
Overnights(2): Mercure Resort - Queenstown

Day 10
Queenstown
Today is free to explore at your own pace. Your Tour Director will assist with suggestions. Hightlight Dinner - This evening board the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw and cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak Station. on arrival sit back and relax, as you are treated to the best of New Zealnd's hih country cuisine and a wine tasting. After dinner enjoy a short farm tour then reboard the TSS Earnslaw for a sing along by the piano as you cruise back to Queenstown..Breakfast & Highlight Dinner Included

Day 11
Milford Sounds Cruise – Te Anau
Today travel through the breathtaking Fiordland National Park, to Milford Sound, where you will experience an unforgettable cruise. See the spectacularBowen Falls and towering Mitre Peak. Return to the lakeside town of Te Anau. Breakfast & Dinner Included
Overnight(1): Luxmore Hotel - Te Anau

Day 12
Te Anau – Dunedin
Journey to Dunedin, a university city of Scottish heritage and New Zealand’s oldest city. Opportunity to experience the warmth of the local people during a o­ne night ‘Home Stay’ (included in the tour at no extra cost). Must be prebooked. Breakfast & Dinner Included
Overnight(1): Kingsgate Hotel - Dundedin

Day 13
Larnach Castle – Omarama
This morning enjoy a Dunedin city sights tour, before continuing o­n to Larnach Castle. Experience a guided tour of the castle with its tragic and fascinating history. Continue o­n to the intriguing Moeraki Boulders, before following the Waitaki River to Omarama. Breakfast & Dinner Included
Overnight(1): Heritage Gateway Hotel - Omarama

Day 14
Mt Cook National Park – Lake Tekapo – Christchurch
Pass picturesque Lake Pukaki, then stop and view Mt Cook (weather permitting). Continue o­n to visit Lake Tekapo, where you will see the Church of the Good Shepherd, situated right o­n the lakes edge. Then o­n to Christchurch for a sightseeing tour. Tonight enjoy a farewell dinner at your hotel. Breakfast & Dinner Included
Overnights(2): Grand Chancellor Hotel - Christchurch

Day 16
Christchurch at Leisure
Today is free to enjoy this beautiful city. Your Tour Director will assist with any arrangements. Breakfast Included

Day 17
Christchurch – UK
After breakfast transfer to the airport for your flight home It’s “haere ra” (goodbye) to New Zealand. Breakfast Included

Day 18
Arrive UK

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