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$4,099<br />
24 DAYS<br />
NEW ZEALAND<br />
Southern Alps<br />
Split Apple Rock, Abel Tasman N.P.<br />
Hiking on the Franz Josef Glacier<br />
Maori Marae, Rotorua<br />
10-11<br />
12<br />
13-14<br />
15-17<br />
18<br />
19-20<br />
21<br />
22<br />
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Abel Tasman National Park<br />
Ferry across the scenic Cook Strait and enjoy views of the Marlborough Sounds and transfer to Abel<br />
Tasman National Park, known best for its stunning white and golden sand beaches. What better way<br />
to experience Abel Tasman than by staying in the heart of it? Spend Day 11 walking along a coastline<br />
track to one of the world’s most scenic beaches, or enjoying optional kayaking (seasonal) or sailing<br />
trips. (2B, 2D)<br />
Punakaiki<br />
Take a morning drive through the stunning Buller Gorge to the West Coast of the South Island where<br />
you’ll see the Cape Foulwind seal colony and admire Punakaiki’s incredible ‘Pancake Rocks’ followed<br />
by a night at a beach camp. Opt to kayak into the Paparoa National Park or trek some nature trails,<br />
before showing off your cooking skills as you create a group meal together! (B, D)<br />
Franz Josef Glacier<br />
Continue along the coastal road towards the almighty Franz Josef Glacier, where you’ll spend the<br />
night at a wilderness lodge set in the rainforest. Wake up to a free day for optional activities on Day<br />
14. You can choose to go on various hikes onto the impressive glacier, opt for horseback riding or<br />
quad biking. Then enjoy an afternoon of swimming in local hot pools. (2B, D)<br />
Queenstown<br />
Follow the wild West Coast road, snapping the picturesque Lake Matheson as you pass through<br />
rainforest and end up in the adrenalin junkie’s heaven of Queenstown; the world’s original commercial<br />
bungy jumping site. Go on, we dare you! On Days 16 and 17, maximise the electric atmosphere and<br />
endless high-octane opportunities of Queenstown; jet boat, bungy, mountain bike, sky dive or tour a<br />
vineyard. You can even go skiing or snowboarding if you’re here in the winter months! (3B)<br />
Fiordland National Park / Doubtful Sound<br />
Visit one of the most dramatic and beautiful parts of New Zealand; the amazing Fiordland National<br />
Park. This remarkable natural environment boasts spectacular ice-carved fiords, lakes and valleys, ]<br />
waterfalls and pristine mountains. Take a boat across Lake Manapouri and engage on a guided kayak<br />
excursion before spending the night in a lodge on the edge of Doubtful Sound. (B, L, D)<br />
Central Otago<br />
Spend the morning checking out the mining country of Otago and spending tonight in a historic<br />
miners’ hotel. On Day 20, drive to one of the best starting points of the historic Otago Rail Trail.<br />
Spend part of the day cycling this disused railway route through stunning scenery, making essential<br />
stops for local food and wine along the way. In the evening, you can opt to try your hand at luging or<br />
curling (or both) at the only year-round curling facility in the whole of Australasia! (2B, D)<br />
Christchurch<br />
Drive through the breathtaking Central Otago, stopping at historic towns to stock up for a picnic<br />
lunch before you rock up into the ‘Garden City’ of Christchurch. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore all<br />
the sights in this vibrant and revitalised city. (B)<br />
Kaikoura<br />
Leave Christchurch behind you and head to where the mountains meet the ocean, Kaikoura. This<br />
beautiful spot is well-known as one of the top spots in the world to go whale watching. You’ll have a<br />
free afternoon which you can choose to spend swimming with dolphins, visiting a colony of southern<br />
fur seals or taking a scenic flight over the peninsula. If you like birds, keep your eyes peeled for<br />
big ocean birds such as albatrosses, petrels and shearwaters. There are also plenty of options to<br />
go hiking in the Seaward Kaikoura Mountains, part of the Southern Alps range, which provide an<br />
awesome backdrop to the town’s picturesque landscape. (B)<br />
Picton / Wellington<br />
Visit the seal colony before embarking on the ferry from Picton to Wellington today and get deja-vu<br />
from the beautiful vistas of the Cook Strait as you make your way back to the North Island. Spend<br />
the night in Wellington, where a party on the town might be on the cards as you celebrate your last<br />
night on tour. (B)<br />
Wellington<br />
Your tour concludes today after breakfast, and you’re free to depart at any time. (B)<br />
Learn to Surf in Raglan<br />
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