To view our site correctly you will need to download the latest version of Adobe Reader.

Click here to download latest version of Adobe Reader

NEW ZEALAND
New Zealand Highlights
Detailed Tour Itinerary
Inclusions
Departure Dates
More Tours



The cruise and/or tour map shown is provided as a guide only.
The actual route of the cruise or tour may vary.
Tour Summary
Tour name: New Zealand Highlights
Tour code: EZHN  
Days: 8  
Overview:

  
Varied Itinerary
Christmas Tour  Tour code: EZHN.3
Tour Itinerary
Day 1Arrive 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 or you may choose to pre-purchase one of the extra sightseeing activities to enhance your Auckland experience.
Two Night Stay: Auckland
Day 2Auckland (B)
This morning enjoy a tour of the city. Come face to face with sharks, at Kelly Tarlton’s Antarctic Encounter and Underwater World, take in the views of Auckland city at the top of the Sky Tower and finish the day with a Pride of Auckland Sailing Cruise (including Hop-on / Hop-off sightseeing Explorer Bus Ticket).
Day 3Hobbiton Movie Set & Farm Tour – Rotorua (B,HL)
This morning journey to the top of Mt Eden for spectacular views of the city of Auckland. We then head south through some of New Zealand’s most fertile farmland to the township of Matamata, see the remnants of the original Hobbiton Movie Set from The Lord of the Rings movie, experience an authentic sheep and dairy farm, and indulge in a traditional kiwi barbeque lunch. Arrive in Rotorua, the heartland of New Zealand’s Maori culture.
Two Night Stay: Rotorua
Day 4Gondola Ride – Rainbow Springs – Thermal Reserve (HB,HD)
Today begins with a Gondola ride to Skyrides Restaurant where we indulge in a champagne buffet breakfast whilst enjoying spectacular views of the lakes and countryside. Visit Rainbow Springs Wildlife Park, a native wildlife park where you can hand feed rainbow trout, and Kiwi Encounter, dedicated to the conservation of the National Kiwi bird. Enjoy a guided tour of the Te Puia Thermal Reserve and the Maori Arts and Crafts Institute. See the mud pools, thermal valley and the Pohutu Geyser which explodes from the ground shooting boiling water up to 30 metres into the air. This afternoon is at leisure giving you time to either soak in the thermal hot springs or explore more of Rotorua (a range of exclusive activities can be pre-purchased). Tonight we journey out to Tamaki Maori Village to experience the “Journey of Ages”. You will be welcomed by a Maori Warrior and then entertained with a traditional Maori cultural performance including the ‘Haka’, followed by a sumptuous Hangi feast.
Day 5Huka Falls – Wellington (B)
Depart Rotorua and travel along the Thermal Explorer Highway before arriving at the geothermal power station at the Wairakei Steam Valley. Then it’s on to see spectacular Huka Falls. Continue to Lake Taupo where some free time is available to enjoy this scenic lakeside town. This afternoon travel via the Tongariro National Park and see the snow capped peaks of Mt Ruapehu and Mt Tongariro. Finally we arrive at our destination, Wellington, New Zealand’s capital. On arrival enjoy a guided tour of Te Papa, New Zealand’s national museum. This evening is at leisure for you to explore Wellington.
Overnight Stay: Wellington
Day 6Marlborough Sounds – TranzCoastal Train (B,D)
Cruise through the picturesque Marlborough and Queen Charlotte Sounds to the south island. On arrival in Picton board the TranzCoastal train for one of New Zealand’s most spectacular coastal journeys! Hugging the Kaikoura Coast, the train passes scenic vineyards, salt mountains and river valleys – a visual feast.
Two Night Stay: Christchurch
Day 7Christchurch at Leisure (B)
Today is free to enjoy this beautiful city. A range of exclusive activities can be pre-purchased.
Day 8Depart Christchurch (B)
After breakfast transfer* to the airport for your flight home (flight at own expense, please pre-book with Travel Agent). It’s “haere ra” (goodbye) to New Zealand.

*Check transfer entitlements with your travel agent. For passengers who have already received documentation - refer to your booking summary. 
Tour itinerary is valid from 01/06/2010 to 31/05/2011 and is subject to change. Enquire for itinerary details that fall outside of these dates. If you have booked on a tour please refer to the itinerary provided in your tour documentation or on Tour Personaliser for any changes that have been made.


Evergreen Tours (a division of Scenic Tours Pty Ltd)
Lic No 2TA 002 633