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Exploring New Zealand - Featuring North & South Islands
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This stunning Collette Worldwide Holiday to New Zealand gives you the opportunity to enjoy a panoramic tour of Auckland the 'City Of Sails' Visit the Franz Josef, where rainforest meets glacier and discover the geothermal landscape of Rotorua. New Zealand holidays offer an incredible variety of activities in an awe-inspiring landscapes. From the dramatic mountains, volcanoes and the plains of North Island to the glacial lakes, rivers and wine country of South Island, New Zealand is a land of infinite beauty and variety.

DAY 1 - 2: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT
Today, your New Zealand adventure begins when you board your international fl ight. Day 2 is spent in flight.

DAY 3: ARRIVE AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND
Your tour begins in Auckland, the ‘City of Sails’, consistently rated one of the best places in the world to live. Auckland has the highest Polynesian population in the world, imbuing the vibrant cultures from many Pacific islands into its chic atmosphere. This evening, join your fellow travellers for a welcome dinner.
Today dinner will be included.

DAY 4: AUCKLAND
Get to know the best of Auckland during a panoramic city tour featuring America’s CupVillage, theWar Memorial, vibrant Queen Street, the Auckland Harbour Bridge, and spectacular views from the top of Mount Eden, one of 53 dormant volcanoes throughout the area. The remainder of the day is at leisure for you to enjoy the city. Perhaps visit one of the city’s amazing museums or galleries, or just enjoy some of the wonderful shopping that is available in the city.
Today breakfast will be included.

DAY 5: AUCKLAND - BAY OF ISLANDS
Leave the city and travel north to the Bay of Islands, your home for the next two nights. This Maritime region boasts more than 144 islands, warm bays, a colourful history and abundant marine life. Visit theWaitangi National Trust & Treaty House. It was on these lush grounds that Maori and British leaders signed the 1844 treaty establishing New Zealand’s nationhood.
Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

DAY 6: BAY OF ISLANDS
Begin your day with a cruise through the bay’s famous Hole in the Rock and view the Cape Brett Lighthouse which stands nearly 500 feet above sea level at the edge of the Cape Brett Peninsula. The rest of the day is yours to explore Paihia, the quaint town known as ‘the jewel of the Bay of Islands’, at leisure.
Today breakfast will be included.

DAY 7: BAY OF ISLANDS - ROTORUA
Today you’ll head to the dramatic geothermal landscape of Rotorua. One-third of Rotorua’s population has Maori roots dating back to their arrival in New Zealand over 1,000 years ago, making this city a thriving cultural centre. Make yourself right at home this evening when a New Zealand family welcomes you into their home for dinner and a home stay*.This is sure to be an unforgettable experience as you make new friends, learn about the customs of the ‘Kiwi’s’ and enjoy a home-cooked meal.
Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

DAY 8: ROTORUA
This morning visit Te Puia, New Zealand's premier Maori cultural and geothermal experience. You'll be truly amazed by the landscape of erupting geysers, bubbling mud pools and other geothermal wonders! The National Carving School and National Weaving School are also located here, where age old customs are passed on by teaching the tribal youth the skills of traditional carving, weaving and dancing. Take part in an interactive demonstration on the art of traditional weaving methods. You will also view the Kiwi bird and learn what New Zealanders are doing to try to remove the Kiwi from the endangered species list. Then, meet the skilled carvers who work with pounamu, a New Zealand jade, at a local jade factory. Next, visit the Agrodome where you will see a fun and interactive sheep-shearing demonstration and learn about the different sheep and wool that come from New Zealand. Tonight visit a recreated traditional Maori village to learn about Maori life before Aotearoa (the Maori name for New Zealand) was colonised. Immerse yourself in Maori culture before a Hangi meal and authentic Maori entertainment, such as the famous Haka dance.
Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

DAY 9: ROTORUA - WELLINGTON
Journey south through the rolling countryside of the North Island, dotted with white sheep grazing, making your way toWellington, New Zealand's capital city.
Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

DAY 10: WELLINGTON
During your panoramic sightseeing tour of Wellington, view the Beehive, New Zealand’s Parliament, historic St. Paul’s Church, and the government building, the largest wooden building in the Southern Hemisphere. Following the tour you will visit the Te Papa Tongawera Museum, a fascinating centre dedicated to art, history and the Maori culture.
Today breakfast will be included.

DAY 11: WELLINGTON - PICTON - CHRISTCHURCH
Climb aboard a ferry and sail across Cook Strait to experience whatWine Spectator called ‘the most beautiful ferry ride in the world’. Arrive in Picton, on the South Island. Discover why the Marlborough region is one of the world’s best wine regions when you tour a local winery. Later, arrive in picturesque Christchurch, situated on theAvon River and considered ‘the most English city outside of England’.
Today breakfast will be included.

DAY 12: CHRISTCHURCH - FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER REGION
The Tranz Alpine train whisks you away on a journey past farmlands, through the deep gorges of the Waimakariri River valley and into the rugged snowcapped mountains of the Southern Alps, as you wind your way to New Zealand’s spectacular west coast. Arrive in the breathtaking Franz Josef Glacier Region this evening. There is nowhere else in the world where you will find glaciers in such close proximity to temperate climates.
Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

DAY 13: FRANZ JOSEF - QUEENSTOWN
Enjoy a picture stop of the famous Franz Josef glacier before leaving the South Island’s lush west coast. Take in the stunning scenery as you pass through rainforest surrounded by the Southern Alps. You’ll enjoy beautiful ocean vistas as you travel the twisting coastline. This picturesque route is comprised of one lane bridges, green glacial lakes, thundering waterfalls and dramatic landscape changes. After crossing the Haast Pass, arrive in Queenstown, one of New Zealand’s most gorgeous towns. Enjoy a memorable dinner at the Skyline Restaurant overlooking Queenstown, the Remarkable Mountains and Lake Wakatipu.
Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

DAY 14: QUEENSTOWN
This morning travel to historic Arrowtown, a gold rush town set on the picturesque Arrow River. More than 60 restored buildings date back to the 19th Century in this town lined with boutiques and cafés. Stroll along Main Street where you’ll discover a wealth of New Zealand handcrafts. This afternoon, venture into New Zealand’s largest underground wine cave for a tasting at an award-winning wine producer in the Central Otago region. This charming boutique winery houses a stunning selection of fine wines to quench your palate. This unforgettable experience is followed by lunch at the winery’s fabulous restaurant. Later, return to Queenstown and enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure.
Today breakfast and lunch will be included.

DAY 15: QUEENSTOWN
Today is yours to discover Queenstown at your leisure. Set amidst spectacular scenery,Queenstown is not only an adventure centre, but offers excellent shopping and dining. Perhaps you’ll opt to take off for ‘Middle Earth’ and experience the ‘Safari of the Rings’ adventure, exploring the scenery where Tolkien’s beloved stories were brought to life in the film trilogy.
Today breakfast will be included.

For regional departures, please add the following supplements.
Manchester (with bmi/Air New Zealand via London)....... from £125

Newcastle (with BA/Air New Zealand via London).......... from £125
Edinburgh (with bmi/Air New Zealand via London).......... from £125
Glasgow (with BA/Air New Zealand via London)............. from £125
Belfast (with bmi/Air New Zealand via London).............. from £125

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