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<strong>Feb</strong> <strong>2024</strong> Update 98<br />
Welcome to <strong>2024</strong>.<br />
We are celebrating our 30th year in business and<br />
we have some wonderful new tours! Lock in your<br />
travel plans now.<br />
We are running two World of WearableArt<br />
departures (page 12) and two popular Chatham<br />
Islands departures. The Chathams depart from<br />
both Auckland and Christchurch (page 14).<br />
Check out our fabulous and comprehensive tour<br />
of China (page 16).<br />
Please note that our Antarctica Expedition Cruise<br />
closes in 4 weeks, with only 6 cabins left (page 22).<br />
We launch a sensational new cruise of Australia<br />
and Asia from Auckland, in Sep 2025 (page 23).<br />
Enjoy your reading and we hope to see you soon.<br />
Yours in travel,<br />
The Travelwise Holidays Team<br />
Andrew & Megan Parke<br />
Natalie & Stu McKay<br />
David Libeau Catherine Stewart Martin Cunniffe Julie Hanham Unna West<br />
Anna Were Tracey Garland Sharron Hickman Thelma Lockery Pam Tothill<br />
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DESTINATION<br />
DEPOSIT<br />
NEW ZEALAND $500<br />
INTERNATIONAL $750<br />
PLATINUM SOUTHERN<br />
GRANDEUR<br />
$1,000<br />
Highlights Include<br />
Sculptureum * Hundertwasser Museum * Hole in the Rock<br />
Cruise * Russell Lunch * Waitangi Tour * Cape-Reinga<br />
Kupe Experience * Waipoua Forest/Tane Mahuta<br />
ADELAIDE & MELBOURNE,<br />
HAWAII CRUISE<br />
CANADA & ALASKA, SOUTHERN<br />
AFRICA, VIETNAM/ CAMBODIA,<br />
ANTARCTICA, GREAT BRITAIN &<br />
IRELAND<br />
$1,500<br />
$2,000<br />
Tour Itinerary<br />
SUN 07 APR - AUCKLAND/WHANGAREI L,D<br />
Depart for Matakana then a lunch and tour at the worldclass<br />
Sculptureum. Then continue onto Whangarei on the<br />
scenic route via Mangawhai and Langs Beach. Stay<br />
Distinction Whangarei (1 night).<br />
MON 08 APR - WHANGAREI/KERIKERI/PAIHIA B,D<br />
Tour the Hundertwasser Art Centre and then to Kerikeri<br />
where we stop for lunch (own expense). In the afternoon<br />
we tour Kemp House & Stone Store followed by a visit to<br />
Makana Confections before we head to Paihia. Stay<br />
Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge (2 nights)<br />
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TUE 09 APR - BAY OF ISLANDS SIGHTSEEING B,D<br />
After breakfast, we visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds for<br />
a private guided tour, cultural show and time to explore<br />
the museum. We stop for lunch (own expense) and this<br />
afternoon we head out on the fabulous Cape Brett ‘’Hole<br />
in the Rock Dolphin ’’ Cruise.<br />
WED 10 APR - PAIHIA/RUSSELL/TAIPA BEACH B,L,D<br />
Today we take the ferry over to Russell for free time.<br />
Lunch at the historic Duke of Marlborough and later we<br />
take a leisurely drive to Taipa via Doubtless Bay and<br />
Mangonui. Stay Taipa Beach Resort (2 nights).<br />
THU 11 APR - CAPE REINGA DAY TRIP B,L,D<br />
Depart for the magical full-day excursion to Cape Reinga<br />
including a drive down the sands of Ninety Mile Beach.<br />
Lunch is included.<br />
FRI 12 APR - TAIPA/OMAPERE B,L,D<br />
Depart for the Southern Hokianga. Stop at Rawene for<br />
lunch at the delightful waterfront Boatshed Cafe. This<br />
afternoon visit Manea Footprints of Kupe, a 75-minute<br />
multi-sensory journey of guided storytelling. Early evening<br />
take a guided encounter with Tane Mahuta. Stay The<br />
Sands Hotel Hokianga (1 night).<br />
SAT 13 APR - OMAPERE/MATAKOHE/AUCKLAND B<br />
This morning we say farewell to the Hokianga and travel<br />
back via the Waipoua Forest with a visit to Kai Iwi Lakes.<br />
We stop for lunch in Dargaville (own expense) and then<br />
continue to the Kauri Museum in Matakohe. Arrive back in<br />
Auckland mid-afternoon.<br />
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Tour Itinerary<br />
SUN 12 MAY- AUCKLAND/SINGAPORE D<br />
Depart at 10.05am on Air NZ to Singapore. Arrive in Singapore<br />
at 4.50pm. Stay Grand Park City Hall (3 nights).<br />
MON 13 MAY - SINGAPORE SIGHTSEEING B,L<br />
Today a full day of sightseeing. Katong, Changi village, Little<br />
India, the Merlion Park and Botanic Gardens. Lunch and a<br />
Popiah (spring roll) making demonstration included.<br />
TUE 14 MAY - SINGAPORE SIGHTSEEING B,D<br />
Today a half day tour of Gardens by the Bay including<br />
entrance to the 2 flower domes.<br />
WED 15 MAY - SINGAPORE/HANOI, VIETNAM B,D<br />
Depart Singapore at 9.15am (SQ192) arrive Hanoi 11.25pm.<br />
Welcome dinner tonight. Apricot Hotel Hanoi (2 nights).<br />
THU 16 MAY - HANOI SIGHTSEEING B,L,D<br />
A day tour of Hanoi including Hoa Lo Prison, Uncle Ho<br />
Mausoleum, the Presidential Palace, the Temple of Literature.<br />
Included lunch then a Jeep tour to witness the lifestyle of the<br />
Day Date Time Activity Port of Call<br />
Hanoi people. Dinner at a local restaurant.<br />
FRI 17 MAY - HANOI/HALONG BAY CRUISE B,L,D<br />
Drive to Halong and at 12.30pm board the 5 Star Heritage<br />
Cruises ship for a magnificent 2 night cruise of the natural<br />
wonders of Lan Ha Bay – Cat Ba Archipelago. Enjoy the full<br />
ocean views from your private stateroom balcony. All meals<br />
and drinks included.<br />
SAT 18 MAY - HALONG BAY CRUISE B,L,D<br />
Visit and enjoy lunch at traditional Viet Hai Village deep in<br />
the national park. Visit the Cat Ba Archipelago, cruise<br />
through Cai Beo floating village and then on to Ba Trai Dao<br />
beaches.<br />
SUN 19 MAY - HALONG BAY/HANOI/HUE B,L,D<br />
Visit the Dark and Bright Cave then breakfast on the ship.<br />
Brunch onboard then late morning disembarkation and<br />
transfer to Hanoi Aiport for your flight to Hue. Arrive Hue.<br />
Indochine Palace Hotel (2 nights).<br />
MON 20 MAY - HUE SIGHTSEEING B,L,D<br />
A full day city tour including Hue’s Citadel and the Forbidden<br />
Purple City. A Perfume River boat trip, Tu Duc Tomb & Khai<br />
Dinh Tomb - the most expensive and beautiful tomb in the<br />
Nguyen dynasty.<br />
TUE 21 MAY - HUE/HOI AN B,L,D<br />
Drive to the ancient town of Hoi An. Visit the incredible Linh<br />
Ung Pagoda. Lunch in Da Nang then into Hoi An via Marble<br />
Mountain. Stay Bel Marina Hoi An Resort (4 nights).<br />
WED 22 MAY - HOI AN - FULL DAY TOUR B,L,D<br />
Explore ancient Hoi An, by jeep and river boat. Including a<br />
Water Coconut Palm Forest visit, a Tra Que village lunch and<br />
a visit to the History Museum and local market.<br />
THU 23 MAY - HOI AN, HALF DAY TOUR B,L<br />
Visit Hoi An’s market and cruise to the Cooking School for<br />
lessons. We prepare the same dishes and enjoy the food!<br />
FRI 24 MAY - HOI AN FREE DAY B<br />
Free day to explore or relax in the resort.<br />
SAT 25 MAY - HOI AN/SAIGON B,D<br />
Free morning then transfer to Da Nang airport for a short<br />
flight to Saigon. Arrival Saigon, transfer to Grand Saigon<br />
Hotel (2 nights).<br />
SUN 26 MAY - SAIGON SIGHTSEEING B,L,D<br />
Boat transfer to Cu Chi Tunnels for a tour of the Viet Cong's<br />
renowned underground military network. Saigon for lunch<br />
and a walking/coach tour of Saigon’s famous landmarks.<br />
MON 27 MAY - SAIGON/MEKONG DELTA/CAN THO B,L,D<br />
Drive to Ben Tre. Take a boat trip on a Mekong River<br />
tributary. Visit to a Brickworks, a coconut processing<br />
workshop, a family workshop making sleep mats. Arrive Can<br />
Tho. Dinner at the hotel. Stay Can Tho Ecolodge (1 night).<br />
TUE 28 MAY - CAN THO/SAIGON B,L<br />
A morning boat cruise on the mighty Mekong River to<br />
experience the bustling Cai Rang floating markets. Then<br />
back to resort for lunch. Afterwards return to Saigon. Free<br />
evening. Stay Grand Saigon Hotel (1 night).<br />
WED 29 MAY - SAIGON/SIEM REAP,CAMBODIA B,D<br />
Fly from Saigon to Siem Reap, Cambodia. Arrival in Siem<br />
Reap. Tonight enjoy the exciting Phare Cambodian Circus.<br />
Stay hotel Shinta Mani Angkor (3 nights).<br />
THU 30 MAY - SIEM REAP ANGKOR TEMPLE TOUR B,L,D<br />
Explore the stunning UNESCO site of Angkor Wat for the day.<br />
It's almost 900 years old and the largest religious structure<br />
in the world. Lunch at a restaurant on site.<br />
FRI 31 MAY - SIEM REAP FREE DAY B,D<br />
Free day to relax by your pool, explore the vibrant town of<br />
Siem Reap. A delicious dinner in the hotel tonight.<br />
SAT 01 JUN - SIEM REAP/PHNOM PENH B,L,D<br />
Travel to Phnom Penh, the "Pearl of Asia". Dinner at local<br />
restaurant. Stay Palace Gate Phnom Penh hotel (2 nights)<br />
SUN 02 JUN - PHNOM PENH SIGHTSEEING B,L,D<br />
Visit the infamous Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and the<br />
Choeung Ek Killing Fields. After lunch tour the Royal Palace.<br />
Tonight a gourmet Farewell Dinner Cruise.<br />
MON 03 JUN - PHNOM PENH/AUCKLAND B<br />
Transfer to Phnom Penh airport. Depart at 2.05pm on SQ155<br />
via Singapore to Auckland.<br />
TUE 04 JUN - AUCKLAND<br />
Arrive Auckland at 8.15am off Air NZ flight NZ283 from<br />
Singapore. 5
Included in Your Tour Cost<br />
Home pick up and return within the Auckland<br />
metropolitan area (if applicable).<br />
Services of Travelwise Holidays Tour Leader<br />
throughout.<br />
Return economy class airfares<br />
1.Auckland-Hanoi,<br />
2.Hanoi-Hue,<br />
3.Da Nang-Saigon,<br />
4.Saigon-Siem Reap,<br />
5.Phnom Penh-Auckland<br />
including all current airline and airport taxes.<br />
Quality hotel accommodation in 4 & 4.5 star hotels.<br />
A 5 Star Halong Bay Cruise - gourmet meals, drinks,<br />
entertainment and gratuities included. All rooms with<br />
a private balcony, full ocean views and bathtub. Free<br />
WiFi<br />
Buffet breakfast daily, 19 dinners, 14 lunches.<br />
Hanoi full day tour, Hue full day tour, Hoi An<br />
countryside tour by jeep and cooking class, Saigon full<br />
day tour including Cu Chi Tunnels, Mekong Delta boat<br />
trip including Ben Tre and Can Tho, Cai Rang Floating<br />
markets, Siem Reap Angkor Temple tour, Phnom<br />
Penh full day tour including Tuol Sleng Genocide<br />
Museum.<br />
All locally guided sightseeing tours and entry fees as<br />
per itinerary.<br />
Travelwise Holidays documentation & travel bag.<br />
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Highlights Include<br />
Tijbaou Culture Centre Tour * Bourail Day excursion<br />
French Cheese & Wine Tasting * Island Day Trip & Lunch<br />
French Cooking class * Special Local Restaurant dinner<br />
Highlights Include<br />
Sea Life Underwater World * Blackall Ranges & Montville<br />
Marine Park Cruise * Australia Zoo * Eumundi & Caloundra<br />
Markets * Queensland Air Museum<br />
Tour Itinerary<br />
MON 20 MAY - AUCKLAND/NOUMEA D<br />
Depart at 9.15 am on Air NZ and arrive 11.25 am. French<br />
lessons this afternoon. Welcome Dinner at Equilibre<br />
restaurant. Stay Nouvata Hotel (7 nights).<br />
TUE 21 MAY - DISCOVER NOUMEA B,D<br />
A tour of Noumea including the local market, World War 2<br />
Museum, City Museum and the Aquarium. Later visit the<br />
famous Tjibaou Cultural Centre.<br />
WED 22 MAY - DAY EXCURSION TO BOURAIL B,L,D<br />
Bourail has become a top tourism spot in New Caledonia.<br />
The lagoon and its reef, which is classified as a UNESCO<br />
World Heritage Site, is simply perfection. Visit the NZ War<br />
Cemetery and Museum. Visit Fort Teremba the former jail<br />
and headquarters of the French army. Take in the Niaouli<br />
Distillery at Boulparis where they distill hand-cut niaouli<br />
leaves for healing purposes. Lunch is included here. Light<br />
dinner platters included tonight as part of a French wine<br />
and cheese tasting at Anse Vata beach.<br />
THU 23 MAY - DAY EXCURSION TO ILOT MAITRE B,L<br />
Discover the lovely island of Îlot Maître. Explore the isle or<br />
relax and enjoy a buffet lunch.<br />
FRI 24 MAY - FRENCH CUISINE B,D<br />
This morning an extended French cooking class with some<br />
takeaway dessert delights. Dinner included tonight.<br />
SAT 25 MAY - DAY AT LEISURE B,D<br />
A free day or choose from an Optional Day Tour (own<br />
expense), 'Isle of Pines' or a trip to the 'Blue River Provincial<br />
Park'. Dinner included tonight.<br />
SUN 26 MAY - BOTANICAL GARDENS B,D<br />
A guided tour of the Botanical Gardens/Zoo and then<br />
tonight a Farewell dinner at the celebrated Le Roof<br />
overwater restaurant or similar, to enjoy a refined menu of<br />
French and Caledonian specialities.<br />
MON 27 MAY- NOUMEA/AUCKLAND B<br />
Transfer to the airport and depart on Air NZ at 12.35 pm,<br />
and arrive in Auckland at 4.20 pm.<br />
Itinerary subject to change based on operational<br />
requirements.<br />
Tour Itinerary<br />
TUE 21 MAY - AUCKLAND/BRISBANE D<br />
Depart Auckland at 9.20 am. Arrive in Brisbane at 11.00 am.<br />
Travel north to the Redcliffe Peninsula for sightseeing<br />
and a casual lunch (own expense) continuing to Oaks<br />
Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort. Stay seven nights.<br />
WED 22 MAY - EUMUNDI MARKETS & NOOSA B,D<br />
Visit the very popular Eumundi Markets, the best markets<br />
on the Sunshine Coast. Continue on to Noosa for<br />
sightseeing.<br />
THU 23 MAY - MARINE PARK CRUISE B,L,D<br />
Cruise with Caloundra Cruises to Pumice Stone Passage<br />
Marine Park. Admire views from Caloundra Heads to<br />
Moreton Island, Bribie Island National Park and the<br />
fabulous award-winning homes of Pelican Waters. Then<br />
to Pelican Waters for lunch (included). Dinner at the RSL<br />
Club tonight.<br />
FRI 24 MAY - SIGHTSEEING/SEA LIFE B,D<br />
Visit the Sunshine Plaza at Maroochydore for lunch and<br />
for shopping then visit the major Sunshine Coast<br />
attraction, the unique underwater world at Sea Life,<br />
where you will spend time exploring the depths of the<br />
deep blue sea. Dinner at Mooloolaba Bowls Club.<br />
SAT 25 MAY - BLACKALL RANGES & MONTVILLE B,D<br />
Travel up into the Blackall Ranges and enjoy spectacular<br />
views of the Glass House Mountains and Moreton Bay.<br />
Continue to the unique village of Montville and enjoy a<br />
casual lunch (own expense) then on to Mapleton before<br />
heading back down the range to the coast road to<br />
Caloundra, with a stop at the Ginger Factory.<br />
SUN 26 MAY - CALOUNDRA MARKETS/CRUISE B,D<br />
Visit Caloundra Boulcott Street Market then visit the<br />
fabulous Queensland Air Museum with over 80 aircraft.<br />
Free time and tonight dinner is at Kings Beach Surf Club.<br />
MON 27 MAY - AUSTRALIA ZOO B,D<br />
Today visit Australia Zoo, home to over 1200 animals.<br />
Take a look behind the scenes at the wildlife hospital.<br />
Enjoy further local sightseeing. Dinner at the RSL tonight.<br />
TUE 28 MAY - BRISBANE/AUCKLAND B<br />
Depart Brisbane at 12.15pm. Arrive in Auckland<br />
at 5.15pm where you will be transferred to your<br />
7<br />
home address.
Highlights Include<br />
Sydney Opera House Tour * Vivid Dinner Cruise & Drinks<br />
Blue Mountains Tour & Scenic Skyway * High Tea<br />
Sydney sightseeing * Darling Harbour Lights stroll<br />
Highlights Include<br />
Apia Guided tour * Church visit and village tour *<br />
Savai’i Island Day Tour & the Blowholes/Afuaau Waterfall<br />
*Manono Island Day Tour & Umu Lunch<br />
Tour Itinerary<br />
MON 27 MAY - AUCKLAND/SYDNEY L,D<br />
Depart Auckland on Air NZ flight NZ103 at 9.00am, and<br />
arrive in Sydney 10.35am. First up the iconic Sydney Opera<br />
House for a 1-hour guided tour with lunch. Beneath the<br />
magnificent sails lie incredible spaces and stories. Enjoy<br />
free time in the afternoon.<br />
Dinner included then stroll the lights of Darling Harbour!<br />
Stay Parkroyal Darling Harbour (4 nights).<br />
TUE 28 MAY - SIGHTSEEING/DINNER-CRUISE B,D<br />
This morning sightseeing includes all the major sights and<br />
a trip to Double Bay, Rose Bay and Bondi. Tonight an<br />
exquisite “Glass Boat” Vivid dinner cruise with drinks,<br />
around Sydney Harbour to view the spectacular Vivid<br />
Lights.<br />
WED 29 MAY- HIGH TEA & FREE TIME B,L<br />
Today, partake in a delicious “High Tea” and then the<br />
afternoon is free to shop or sightsee.<br />
THU 30 MAY - BLUE MOUNTAINS DAY TOUR B,D<br />
Enjoy a day trip to the spectacular Blue Mountains.<br />
Marvel at the “Three Sisters”, lunch (own cost) in a<br />
charming mountain town, ride the incredible Scenic<br />
Skyway. Dinner is included tonight.<br />
FRI 31 MAY- SYDNEY/ AUCKLAND B<br />
After breakfast, we depart the hotel and transfer to<br />
Sydney Airport. Depart Sydney on Air New Zealand flight<br />
NZ104 at 11.50am, and arrive in Auckland at 4.50pm.<br />
Tour Itinerary<br />
FRI 14 JUNE - AUCKLAND/SAMOA D<br />
Depart Auckland at 8.45am on Air NZ. Arrive Apia at<br />
1.25pm. Stay Taumeasina Island Resort (stay 7 nights).<br />
SAT 15 JUN - SIGHTSEEING B,L<br />
Sightseeing today includes Mulinu'u, the sacred burial<br />
grounds of the chiefly families of Samoa; Parliament<br />
House, the Independence Monument, Lands & Titles<br />
Court, the German Monument and the landing site of the<br />
first Catholic Missionary to Samoa. Also a stop at the<br />
impressive Mulivai Cathedral in Apia and a visit to Robert<br />
Louis Stevenson’s former home. Light lunch is included.<br />
SUN 16 JUN - CHURCH SERVICE /VILLAGE TOUR B,L,D<br />
This morning after breakfast an uplifting Church service<br />
and afterwards enjoy a tour of the village. The rest of the<br />
Day<br />
day is at leisure.<br />
MON 17 JUN - SAVAI’I DAY TOUR B,L,D<br />
Explore Savai'i, the largest island of Samoa and one of<br />
the least populated. We depart early for Mulifanua<br />
Wharf and the (90 minute) ferry to Savai'i. Here we will<br />
find traditional villages sitting alongside freshwater<br />
bathing pools fed by underground springs. This is the<br />
"real" Samoa. We visit Savai’i’s market, the famous<br />
Blowholes and Afuaau Waterfall. Packed lunch included.<br />
TUE 18 JUN - FREE DAY B,D<br />
A day to relax at the resort. Tonight experience the<br />
amazing service at ‘Paddles Resturant’.<br />
WED 19 JUN - MANONO ISLAND DAY TOUR B,L<br />
A fascinating insight into Samoan culture and life. The<br />
boat leaves from Cape Lefatu, with views of the crater<br />
island of Apolima along the way. The island is entirely<br />
enclosed by a reef, with stunning crystal-clear water. On<br />
reaching Manono we will be greeted by our Samoan<br />
hosts for a briefing on Samoan customs and etiquette.<br />
Meet the locals and learn about their locally grown<br />
products and their uses. An Umu lunch is included.<br />
THU 20 JUN - FREE DAY B,D<br />
Day at leisure at the resort or an optional day trip.<br />
Tonight a farewell dinner.<br />
FRI 21 JUN - APIA/AUCKLAND B<br />
Free time before your Air New Zealand flight, departing<br />
Apia at 2.55pm and arriving into Auckland at 5.55pm.<br />
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Itinerary subject to change due to operating conditions.
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Tour Itinerary<br />
SUN 02 JUN - AUCKLAND/ADELAIDE D<br />
Depart Auckland on NZ 191 at 8.25am and arrive at<br />
Adelaide 10.55am. Free afternoon and a Welcome Dinner<br />
at the Glenelg Pier. Stay Crowne Plaza Adelaide (1 night).<br />
MON 03 JUN - ADELAIDE/MURRAY PRINCESS B,D<br />
Transfer to Mannum for our Captain Cook 4 night Murray<br />
River Cruise. Mid-afternoon the Murray Princess departs<br />
historic Mannum and heads downriver while you enjoy a<br />
Welcome Dinner. As we cruise under floodlight to our<br />
overnight mooring at Caurnamont, you may see nocturnal<br />
wildlife on the riverbank. Watch for kangaroos, hairy<br />
nosed wombats, tortoises, egrets and many other species.<br />
Our on-board entertainer provides music for the night<br />
owls.<br />
TUE 04 JUN - ONBOARD MURRAY PRINCESS B,L,D<br />
Enjoy a leisurely morning and lunch cruising upriver to<br />
Blanchetown through one of 13 locks which maintain the<br />
flow and levels of teh river’s water. This afternoon we moor<br />
opposite to the township of Blanchetown for our overnight<br />
anchorage. As the last rays of the sun fade, we visit Burk<br />
Salter Boutique Winery and enjoy wine tasting at the<br />
cellar door which is fitted out with beautiful red gum bars.<br />
After dinner, join us for all the fun and excitement, and<br />
participate in our “Murray River Cup”.<br />
WED 05 JUN - ONBOARD MURRAY PRINCESS B,L,D<br />
After breakfast we cruise downriver to picturesque Swan<br />
Reach. The town was first settled in the 1850s, was<br />
originally the largest of five sheep and cattle stations in<br />
the area and is now home to native flower and fruit<br />
growers. Cruise downriver after lunch to Sunnydale, it’s all<br />
ashore for the Woolshed Show. Later we visit the Native<br />
Wildlife Shelter where some of South Australia’s most<br />
interesting native animals are cared for. Enjoy a great<br />
Aussie Barbecue served on the bank of the Murray River.<br />
THU 06 JUN - ONBOARD MURRAY PRINCESS B,L,D<br />
After Breakfast the vessel cruises slowly downriver past<br />
magnificent cliffs scoured by the river over millions of<br />
years. We reach Ngaut Ngaut Aboriginal Reserve, one of<br />
Australia’s most significant archaeological sites, for a<br />
step back in time – tens of thousands of years .We return<br />
to the vessel to cruise downriver to Younghusband. Along<br />
the way, adventure seekers can also take a scenic tender<br />
boat ride. Tonight, join your fellow guests for a delicious<br />
final night dinner and enjoy the evening entertainment.<br />
FRI 07 JUN - MURRAY PRINCESS/ADELAIDE B,L<br />
We head back to Mannum. After breakfast we disembark<br />
the ship and tour the famous Barossa, Australia’s best<br />
known wine making region. Visit Jacob’s Creek, Lambert<br />
Estate and enjoy a 2-course lunch. Next visit Seppeltsfield<br />
Barossa, long renowned for its fortified wines. Savour a<br />
tour and a tasting. Later travel to Adelaide via Mannum.<br />
Stay Crowne Plaza Adelaide (2 nights).<br />
SAT 08 JUN - ADELAIDE SIGHTSEEING B,D<br />
Spend the day at Hanhdorf and Victor Harbour. Enjoy<br />
morning tea at the Hahndorf Inn and explore shops and<br />
boutiques. Dinner included tonight.<br />
SUN 09 JUN - ADELAIDE/MELBOURNE (RAIL) B,L<br />
Travel from Adelaide to Melbourne on ‘The Overland Rail<br />
Service. Dinner own arrangements.<br />
Stay at the brand new 5 Star Le Meridien Hotel (3 nights).<br />
MON 10 JUN - MELBOURNE SIGHTSEEING B,D<br />
Melbourne Sightseeing including Royal Botanic gardens,<br />
St Pauls and St Patricks Cathedral, Parliament House and<br />
Princess Theatre. Visit Williamstown for casual lunch (own<br />
cost). Afternoon at leisure. Dinner included tonight.<br />
TUE 11 JUN - DAY AT LEISURE B<br />
Day at leisure for shopping or sightseeing – freedom<br />
dining tonight.<br />
WED 12 JUN - MELBOURNE/AUCKLAND B<br />
Fly back to Auckland on NZ 124 departing at<br />
12.10pm and arrive back into Auckland at 5.40pm.<br />
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Tour Itinerary<br />
FRI 14 JUN – AUCKLAND/HONOLULU D<br />
Depart Auckland on Air NZ Flight NZ10 at 10.10pm, arrive<br />
Honolulu at 8.40am. Today visit Pearl Harbour and enjoy<br />
a tour of the city. Stay Stay Sheraton Princess Kaiulani or<br />
similar (1 night).<br />
SAT 15 JUN – HONOLULU/CRUISE B<br />
Morning free to shop or relax.<br />
Embark on our 7-night<br />
NCL ‘Pride of America’<br />
cruise, departing Honolulu<br />
at 7.00pm.<br />
Day Date Time Activity Port of Call<br />
SAT 15 Jun 7.00 PM Depart Honolulu<br />
SUN 16 Jun 8.00 AM Arrive Maui (Kahului)<br />
MON 17 Jun 6.00 PM Depart<br />
Maui (Kahului)<br />
TUE 18 Jun 8.00 AM-6.00 PM Arrive-Depart Hilo (Hawaii)<br />
WED 19 Jun 7.00 AM-5.30 PM Arrive-Depart Kona (Hawaii)<br />
Included In Your Tour Cost<br />
Home pick up and return within the Auckland<br />
Metropolitan area (if applicable).<br />
Services of Travelwise Holidays Tour leader.<br />
Return flights Auckland/Honolulu on Air NZ.<br />
2 nights Sheraton Princess Kaiulani share twin.<br />
Visit Kualoa Ranch.<br />
Pearl Harbour & City tour.<br />
7 night Hawaii Inter-Island Cruise aboard NCL<br />
’Pride of America’’ cruising from Honolulu (Oahu),<br />
Maui (Kahului), Hilo (Hawaii), Kona (Hawaii), Kauai<br />
(Nawiliwili), Cruise Napali Coast, Honolulu (Oahu).<br />
All coach transfers throughout.<br />
Travelwise Holidays documentation and travel bag.<br />
INCLUDED ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE:<br />
Shared twin-bedded cabin accommodation with<br />
private facilities (can convert to queen).<br />
All main meals and entertainment onboard.<br />
Government taxes and prepaid gratuities.<br />
Cabin Options<br />
Cabin Price<br />
THU<br />
FRI<br />
20 Jun 8.00 AM Arrive Kauai (Nawiliwili)<br />
21 Jun 5.30 PM Depart Kauai (Nawiliwili)<br />
OK<br />
Obstructed Ocean<br />
View Cabin<br />
$9,675.00 per<br />
person (share twin)<br />
FRI 21 Jun<br />
Cruise Cruise Napali Coast<br />
SAT 22 Jun 7.00 AM Arrive Honolulu<br />
BB<br />
Balcony<br />
$11,299.00 per person<br />
(share twin)<br />
SAT 22 JUN - HONOLULU B<br />
This morning, NCL ‘Pride of America’ arrives in Honolulu at<br />
7.00am. Disembark the ship and an enjoy a visit to the<br />
famous Kualoa Ranch.<br />
Stay Sheraton Princess Kaiulani or similar (1 night).<br />
SUN 23 JUNE – HONOLULU/AUCKLAND B<br />
Transfer to the airport for your flight home. Depart<br />
Honolulu on Air NZ flight NZ9 at 10.15am.<br />
MON 24 JUNE – ARRIVE AUCKLAND<br />
Your flight arrives at 5.15pm.<br />
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Tour Itinerary<br />
SUN 14 JUL - AUCKLAND/DOHA, QATAR<br />
Depart Auckland at 3pm. Arrive Doha 1.15pm. (Stay 2 nights).<br />
MON 15 Jul - DOHA B,D<br />
Morning free and then an afternoon city tour of Doha.<br />
TUE 16 JUL - DOHA/LONDON B,D<br />
Depart Doha at 12.40pm. Arrive London 6pm. (Stay 4 nights).<br />
WED 17 JUL - LONDON B,D<br />
A panoramic tour of London including a visit to<br />
Westminster Abbey. Included matinee West End show.<br />
THU 18 JUL - LONDON (OXFORD TOUR) B,L,D<br />
A full-day excursion to Oxford. Enjoy a walking tour Christ<br />
Church college visit. Visit Burford in the Cotswolds.<br />
FRI 19 JUL - LONDON B<br />
London‘s Day iconic Date castle, Time the Tower of Activity London. Spend the Port of Call<br />
balance of the day at leisure. Free evening.<br />
SAT 20 JUL - LONDON/PLYMOUTH B,D<br />
En route to Plymouth visit Stonehenge. Continue to<br />
Plymouth on the South coast of Devon. (Stay 2 nights).<br />
SUN 21 JUL - PLYMOUTH B,L,D<br />
A day exploring the beautiful Cornish peninsula. Visit the<br />
charming fishing ports of Padstow and Port Isaac. Visit the<br />
spectacular Tintagel Castle - a very famous historic site<br />
inextricably linked to King Arthur.<br />
MON 22 JUL - PLYMOUTH/CARDIFF B,D<br />
Travel to Cardiff via Bath. A short walking tour of Bath then<br />
on to Cardiff, the capital of Wales. (Stay 2 nights).<br />
TUE 23 JUL - CARDIFF B,D<br />
A panoramic city tour of Cardiff and visit St. Fagans<br />
National Museum of History. Afternoon at leisure.<br />
WED 24 JUL - CARDIFF/WATERFORD B,D<br />
Depart Cardiff and take a ferry to Rosslare Harbour and<br />
on to Waterford and its world famous crystal. (Stay 1 night).<br />
THU 25 JUL - WATERFORD/KILLARNEY B,D<br />
Tour Waterford Crystal and visit Blarney Castle, home to<br />
the legendary Stone of Eloquence. (Stay 2 nights).<br />
FRI 26 JUL - KILLARNEY B,D<br />
A full-day tour of the Ring of Kerry, one of the finest scenic<br />
drives in the world - a slice of ‘real Ireland’.<br />
SAT 27 JUL - KILLARNEY/GALWAY B,D<br />
Head to Galway and en route, a brief stop in Limerick, then<br />
visit the awe-inspiring Cliffs of Moher. (Stay 2 nights).<br />
SUN 28 JUL - GALWAY B,D<br />
This morning, enjoy a walking tour of Galway and visit the<br />
Cathedral. Spend the balance of the day at leisure.<br />
A good level of mobility is required for this tour. Please<br />
discuss this with us.<br />
MON 29 JUL GALWAY/DONEGAL B,D<br />
Sightsee in Galway then to Donegal. Visit the Kylemore<br />
Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden and Sligo. (Stay 1 night).<br />
TUE 30 JUL - DONEGAL/BELFAST B,D<br />
On to Belfast, see romantic Dunluce Castle and admire<br />
the Giants Causeway’s. (Stay 2 nights).<br />
WED 31 JUL - BELFAST B,D<br />
Walk its historic streets with a passionate local guide.<br />
Then visit the Titanic Museum.<br />
THU 01 AUG - BELFAST/DUBLIN B,D<br />
Drive down to Dublin. A walking tour and a visit to Trinity<br />
College and its Book of Kells - one of the most famous<br />
artefacts in the world. (Stay 2 nights).<br />
FRI 02 AUG - DUBLIN B<br />
Tour the iconic Guinness Storehouse. Afternoon at leisure.<br />
Freedom dining in Dublin.<br />
SAT 03 AUG - DUBLIN/LIVERPOOL B,D<br />
Depart Dublin and ferry to Holyhead. On to Chester and a<br />
walking tour of the ancient streets Continue to Liverpool<br />
and the home of the Beatles. (Stay 1 night).<br />
SUN 04 AUG - LIVERPOOL/LAKE DISTRICT B,D<br />
Head to the Lake District. Cruise on scenic Lake<br />
Windermere, visit Wordsworth Grasmere. (Stay 1 night).<br />
MON 05 AUG - LAKE DISTRICT/GLASGOW B,D<br />
Drive to Glasgow Scotland, for a city tour. En route, make<br />
a stop in the lovely cathedral city of Carlisle. (Stay 1 night).<br />
TUE 06 AUG - GLASGOW/GLENCOE AREA B,D<br />
This morning, depart Glasgow and journey North towards<br />
Glencoe. En route, see stunning Loch Lomond Cruise and<br />
a visit to Inveraray Castle. (Stay 2 nights).<br />
WED 07 AUG - GLENCOE AREA (ISLE OF SKYE TOUR) B,D<br />
A day excursion to admire the outstanding scenery of the<br />
Isle of Skye. En route, Glenfinnan Viaduct, then to Castle -<br />
a magnificent Highland estate on magical Isle of Skye.<br />
THU 08 AUG - GLENCOE AREA/EDINBURGH B,D<br />
Journey to Edinburgh. Visit Stirling Castle, see the Falkirk<br />
Wheel. Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo tonight (subject to<br />
availability). (Stay 2 nights).<br />
FRI 09 AUG - EDINBURGH B,D<br />
A walking tour and a whisky experience at Johnnie<br />
Walker then free time. This evening a farewell dinner<br />
SAT 10 AUG - EDINBURGH/AUCKLAND B<br />
Morning free, then depart on Flight QR30 at 2.45pm. Arrive<br />
Waikiki Auckland Beach via & Hawaii Qatar, Cruise on MON Escape 12 AUG 2023 at 2.45am<br />
A deposit (off of QR920). $1,150.00 per person is required to secure a booking.<br />
Please contact us for details<br />
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Included in Your Tour Cost<br />
Home pick up and return within the<br />
Auckland metropolitan area (if applicable).<br />
Services of a Travelwise Holidays Tour<br />
Leader throughout.<br />
Return economy class airfares Auckland-<br />
Doha-London & Edinburgh-Doha-Auckland.<br />
All touring/sightseeing as per the itinerary.<br />
Highlights -<br />
Doha stopover, London West End show<br />
tickets, Tower of London, Westminster<br />
Abbey. Oxford, Plymouth and Stonehenge,<br />
Cornish Peninsula touring, Bath, Cardiff,<br />
Killarney and the Blarney stone, Waterford<br />
Crystal, Ring of Kerry, Galway, Limerick, the<br />
Cliffs of Moher, Sligo, Donegal, Derry,<br />
Belfast, the Giants Causeway, the Titanic<br />
Museum, Dublin, Trinity College & the book<br />
of Kells, Guinness Storehouse tour. Chester<br />
tour. Liverpool, Lake District, Lake<br />
Windermere cruise. Glasgow, Falkirk wheel,<br />
the Isle of Skye via Glencoe, Scottish<br />
highlands and Loch Lomond. Edinburgh.<br />
Edinburgh Tattoo tickets (subject to<br />
availability). Johnnie Walker experience.<br />
Farewell Dinner.<br />
All airport, hotel and ferry transfers<br />
throughout.<br />
Travelwise Holidays documentation &<br />
travel bag.<br />
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Highlights Include<br />
Progressive Dinner * School Visit * Guided Tour<br />
Lagoon Cruise & BBQ Lunch * Umu Island Feast & Show On<br />
the Beach Restaurant * Punanga Nui Market<br />
Highlights Include<br />
TranzAlpine Rail * Hokitika Beach stay * Methven<br />
Antarctic Centre * Tramcar Dinner * Mt Cavendish<br />
Gondola * Christmas Dinner Mt Cook Hermitage<br />
Tour Itinerary<br />
THU 25 JUL - AUCKLAND/RAROTONGA D<br />
Fly Air New Zealand, depart 8.55 am and arrive 2.40 pm on<br />
WED 24 JUL Transfer to the Edgewater Resort & Spa. Stay<br />
7 nights in Beachfront Deluxe rooms with beautiful ocean<br />
views.<br />
THU 25 JUL - ORIENTATION/SIGHTS TOUR B,L,D<br />
Enjoy a round Rarotonga orientation & sights tour with<br />
lunch and a swim. Tonight's dinner at the new “On the<br />
Beach” restaurant. Dine with your feet in the sand.<br />
FRI 26 JUL - KOKA LAGOON CRUISE WITH BBQ B,L,D<br />
Today enjoy the fabulous Koka Lagoon Cruise exploring<br />
beautiful Muri Lagoon with a delicious BBQ lunch. This<br />
evening enjoy a ''Taste of Italy' at the Spaghetti House.<br />
Day Date Time Activity Port of Call<br />
SAT 27 JUL - PUNANGA NUI MARKET B,D<br />
Visit Punanga Nui Market this morning with free time this<br />
afternoon to relax or explore. Tonight enjoy an Umu<br />
Island Feast and Dance Show.<br />
SUN 28 JUL - LOCAL CHURCH VISIT B,D<br />
This morning experience a local church service (includes<br />
refreshments) with free time this afternoon. This evening<br />
we have a BBQ dinner under the stars.<br />
MON 29 JUL - LOCAL SCHOOL VISIT B,D<br />
Today enjoy a delightful school visit experience. This<br />
evening enjoy a Progressive Dinner at local homes.<br />
TUE 30 JUL - FREE DAY (or optional excursions) B,D<br />
Today you may wish to do an optional excursion<br />
(additional cost, see below) or enjoy a relaxing day at the<br />
resort. Dinner this evening in the resort.<br />
WED 31 JUL - RAROTONGA/AUCKLAND B,L<br />
Enjoy a relaxing morning followed by a light predeparture<br />
lunch by the pool. Transfer to the airport and<br />
fly Air New Zealand NZ945. Depart 4.00 pm, arrive 6.25 pm<br />
on THU 01 AUG.<br />
Tour Itinerary<br />
WED 14 AUG - AUCKLAND/CHRISTCHURCH D<br />
Fly with Air New Zealand, depart 10.00am, arrive at<br />
11.25am. Visit the Antarctic Centre and later transfer to<br />
your hotel and this evening enjoy a Tram Car Welcome<br />
Dinner. Stay Pavilions Hotel (2 nights).<br />
THU 15 AUG - CHRISTCHURCH SIGHTSEEING B,D<br />
Morning sightseeing tour including city highlights and<br />
Christchurch Gondola ride. Afternoon is at leisure.<br />
FRI 16 AUG - CHRISTCHURCH/HOKITIKA B,D TRANZALPINE<br />
One of the great railway journeys in the world - to<br />
Greymouth via the spectacular snow-covered Southern<br />
Alps. On arrival in Greymouth drive the coast to Hokitika.<br />
Stay Beachfront Hotel (1 night).<br />
SAT 17 AUG – HOKITIKA/METHVEN B,L,D<br />
Drive the iconic Arthur’s Pass. Enjoy lunch in Arthurs Pass<br />
village at the Crafty Moa Cafe. Arrive in Methven, the<br />
gateway to the great ski field. The Opuke Thermal Pools<br />
beckon - so bring your togs. Stay Brinkley Resort (1 night).<br />
SUN 18 AUG – METHVEN/MT COOK B,D<br />
Head to awe-inspiring Mount Cook village with a stop at<br />
Lake Tekapo and the Church of Good Shepherd for lunch<br />
(own expense). An iconic hotel, in a world-class<br />
destination. Stay Hermitage Hotel (2 nights).<br />
MON 19 AUG – MT COOK B,D<br />
Spend the day in Mount Cook for local activities. This<br />
evening enjoy a special ‘Mid-Winter Christmas Dinner’<br />
and a glass of Bubbles at the Hermitage.<br />
TUE 20 AUG – MT COOK/AUCKLAND B,L<br />
Travel home from Mount Cook to Christchurch Airport<br />
with a lunch stop at Barkers in Geraldine. Fly Air New<br />
Zealand, departing 4.00pm and arriving 5.25pm in<br />
Auckland.<br />
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS<br />
Day trip to Aitutaki Island, Freedom Turtle Snorkelling, 4 x<br />
4 Raro Safari Tour. (Additional cost, subject to availability)<br />
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Tour Itinerary<br />
SAT 10 AUG – AUCKLAND/VANCOUVER<br />
Depart on Air New Zealand from Auckland at 8.05pm,<br />
arrive Vancouver 2.05pm. Transfer to Hotel.<br />
Stay Century Plaza Hotel & Spa, Vancouver (1 night).<br />
SUN 11 AUG – VANCOUVER/VICTORIA B,D<br />
Take the ferry to Vancouver Island. Visit Butchart<br />
Gardens and enjoy a tour of Victoria.<br />
Stay Inn at Laurel Point, Victoria (2 nights).<br />
MON 12 AUG – VICTORIA B<br />
A day at leisure to relax or explore.<br />
TUE 13 AUG – VICTORIA/CALGARY B,D<br />
Fly from Victoria to Calgary. On arrival we transfer to<br />
Hotel. Stay Marriott Calgary Downtown (1 night).<br />
WED 14 AUG – CALGARY/BANFF B,D<br />
Highlights tour of Calgary and after lunch travel<br />
west on the Trans-Canada Highway into the foothills of<br />
the Rocky Mountains. Arrive in Banff and check into<br />
your hotel.<br />
Stay High Country Inn, Banff (2 nights).<br />
THU 15 AUG – BANFF SIGHTSEEING B<br />
Tour all the Banff region highlights including a Gondola<br />
ride up to spectacular Sulphur Mountain. Free time<br />
afternoon.<br />
FRI 16 AUG – BANFF/JASPER B<br />
Visit famous Lake Louise & the Columbia Icefield, then<br />
the Ice Explorer on the Athabasca Glacier. To Jasper<br />
National Park and arrive in the town of Jasper.<br />
Stay Jasper Inn & Suites (1 night).<br />
SAT 17 AUG – JASPER B,D<br />
A day sightseeing Jasper National Park incl the stunning<br />
Jasper Sky Tramway up the Whistlers Mountains.<br />
SUN 18 AUG - JASPER/KAMLOOPS B,L<br />
Board the Rocky Mountaineer Train (2 days/1 night). The<br />
spectacular ‘’Journey through the Clouds’’ service to<br />
Vancouver. Arrival in Kamloops, transfer to your hotel<br />
for the night. (Hotel TBA).<br />
MON 19 AUG - KAMLOOPS/VANCOUVER B,L<br />
Transfer to the train for breakfast, enjoy<br />
the changing scenery of forests, winding<br />
river canyons & cascade mountains.<br />
Arrive in Vancouver and transfer to<br />
your hotel. Stay Century Plaza Hotel<br />
and Spa (2 nights).<br />
TUE 20 AUG – VANCOUVER<br />
B,D<br />
Enjoy the day at leisure to relax or explore.<br />
WED 21 AUG – VANCOUVER & CRUISE<br />
B,D<br />
A tour of Vancouver including Stanley Park &<br />
Granville Island. Then to Canada Place to embark on an<br />
incredible 7 night Alaskan Inside Passage cruise on the MS<br />
Zaandam. B,L,D on the cruise.<br />
Date Time Port of Call<br />
21 AUG 4.00pm Depart VANCOUVER<br />
22 AUG SCENIC CRUISING<br />
23 AUG 1.00pm Arrive 10.00pm Depart JUNEAU ALASKA<br />
24 AUG 7.00am Arrive 9.00pm Depart SKAGWAY ALASKA<br />
25 AUG 7.00am Arrive 4.00pm Depart GLACIER BAY<br />
26 AUG 11.00am Arrive 7.00pm Depart KETCHIKAN ALASKA<br />
27 AUG<br />
WED 28 AUG – VANCOUVER/AUCKLAND<br />
B,L<br />
After breakfast disembark the ship for a tour of<br />
Vancouver’s North Shore including the Skyride up<br />
Grouse Mountain including lunch. Transfer to<br />
Vancouver airport for your flight on Air New Zealand<br />
departing 8.55pm.<br />
FRI 30 AUG – ARRIVE AUCKLAND<br />
Your flight arrives at 5.45am.<br />
SCENIC CRUISING<br />
28 AUG 7.00am Arrive<br />
VANCOUVER<br />
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CRUISE<br />
HOLLAND AMERICA ‘ZAANDAM’<br />
Designed to carry fewer guests (1,432) while offering<br />
greater space, Zaandam is elegant and comfortable.<br />
Her décor is inspired by music and features musical<br />
instruments including signed guitars from Queen, Iggy<br />
Pop, Eric Clapton and the Rolling Stones and a<br />
Baroque style pipe organ.<br />
UPGRADE OPTIONS:<br />
OCEAN VIEW EE $18,149.00 share twin per person<br />
OCEAN VIEW C $18,385.00 share twin per person<br />
VISTA SUITE $19,980.00 share twin per person<br />
Included in Your Tour Cost<br />
Home pickup/return within the Auckland metro area.<br />
Services of Travelwise Holidays Tour Leader.<br />
Economy class airfares<br />
Auckland/Vancouver,Victoria/Calgary and<br />
Vancouver/Auckland with Air NZ/Air Canada.<br />
1 night in Vancouver at Century Plaza Hotel & Spa.<br />
2 nights in Victoria at Laurel Point with sightseeing<br />
tour including Butchart Gardens and a free day at<br />
leisure.1 night in Calgary at Marriott Calgary & City<br />
Highlights Tour.Coach touring- the Trans-Canada<br />
highway, Calgary to Banff.2 nights in Banff at the<br />
High Country Inn with a morning sightseeing tour<br />
with a Gondola Ride up Sulphur Mountain.<br />
Coach touring along the spectacular Columbia<br />
Icefields Parkway through Banff & Jasper National<br />
Parks with a visit to Lake Louise & the Ice Explorer on<br />
the Athabasca Glacier.<br />
1 night in Jasper at Jasper Inn & Suites including a<br />
full day’s sightseeing of Jasper National Park.<br />
2 days/1-night Rocky Mountaineer Rail Travel<br />
Jasper/Kamloops/Vancouver ‘Silver Leaf ‘service<br />
including breakfast and lunch as per itinerary.<br />
2 nights in Vancouver at Century Plaza Hotel/Spa<br />
including a free day at leisure and sightseeing tour<br />
including Stanley Park & Granville Island.<br />
7-night Alaska Inside Passage cruise aboard Holland<br />
America ‘Zaandam’ depart/return Vancouver.<br />
Included on-board your cruise:All main meals,<br />
entertainment and activities.Pre-paid gratuities and<br />
all applicable port charges.<br />
Travelwise Holidays documentation and travel bag.<br />
ROCKY MOUNTAINEER<br />
SILVER LEAF SERVICE<br />
Single-level glass-dome coach, full glass-dome<br />
windows<br />
Outdoor viewing area, delicious breakfast & lunch<br />
served in the comfort of your seat. Complimentary<br />
beverages and snacks.<br />
GOLD LEAF SERVICE<br />
Bi-level glass-dome coach, Oversized glass-dome<br />
windows, Large, exclusive outdoor viewing platform.<br />
Gourmet breakfast & lunch are served in a lower-level<br />
dining room. Complimentary beverages and snacks<br />
UPGRADE OPTION<br />
GOLD LEAF $1,155.00 share twin per person<br />
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dates<br />
Highlights Include<br />
Kuranda Railway * Skyrail Rainforest Cableway<br />
Koala Sanctuary * Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Lunch<br />
Daintree National Park * Atherton Tablelands Tour<br />
Highlights Include<br />
Northern Explorer Rail * Guided Tour Wellington<br />
Awards Show Premium Tickets * Tirohana Estate Lunch<br />
Weta Workshop Tour * Martinborough * Greytown<br />
Tour Itinerary<br />
SAT 24 AUG - AUCKLAND/CAIRNS D<br />
Depart Auckland at 7.05 am and arrive in Cairns at 10.45<br />
am. Visit the Botanic Gardens. Free afternoon and a visit<br />
to Cairns Aquarium including dinner. Stay Novotel Cairns<br />
Oasis (5 nights).<br />
SUN 25 AUG – CAIRNS/ATHERTON TABLELANDS B,L,D<br />
A fabulous tour of the Atherton Tablelands. Free time and<br />
lunch at Yungaburra. Sightsee at Lake Barrine and visit the<br />
incredible Curtain Fig Tree. Dinner included tonight.<br />
MON 26 AUG – CAIRNS FREE DAY B<br />
A free day to relax at the hotel with its sandy lagoon-style<br />
pool or shop/sightsee. Freedom dining tonight.<br />
TUE 27 AUG – CAIRNS/KURANDA TOUR & TRAIN SKYRAIL,<br />
RAINFORESTATION & BUTTERFLY SANCTUARY B,L,D<br />
Enjoy the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway to Kuranda. A 7.5<br />
kilometre scenic cable car ride with magnificent views<br />
above the Rainforest Canopy. Visit the Koala Wildlife<br />
Sanctuary and Pamagirri Dance Theatre, plus a guided<br />
tour of the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary. Kuranda Scenic<br />
Railway to Cairns. Dinner included.<br />
WED 28 AUG – CAIRNS/FITZROY ISLAND B,L,D<br />
Ferry to this incredible island that is largely untouched. It's<br />
where a lush protected rainforest meets the colourful<br />
Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy a glass bottom boat tour. Lunch<br />
is included. Dinner at the RSL Club tonight.<br />
THU 29 AUG – CAIRNS/PORT DOUGLAS VIA HARTLEY’S<br />
CROCODILE ADVENTURES B,D<br />
Travel to Port Douglas. Visit Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures<br />
and enjoy a farm tour, lagoon boat cruise and crocodile &<br />
cassowary feeding. Stay Oaks Resort Hotel (5 nights).<br />
FRI 30 AUG - PORT DOUGLAS/WAVE DANCER GREAT<br />
BARRIER REEF LOW ISLES CRUISE B,L,D<br />
Sail to the Low Isles in the Great Barrier Reef lagoon. View<br />
spectacular coral formations and magnificent reef fish<br />
from the glass bottom boat. Dinner tonight at the resort.<br />
SAT 31 AUG – CAPE TRIBULATION & DAINTREE B,L,D<br />
Tour Daintree National Park Wet Tropics World Heritage<br />
area and wilderness region. Visit Cape Tribulation Beach<br />
and enjoy a tropical lunch. Take a guided rainforest walk<br />
and Daintree River cruise. Afternoon tea and Dinner are<br />
included.<br />
SUN 01 SEP – PORT DOUGLAS MARKETS B,D<br />
Enjoy the popular Sunday Market. Afternoon at leisure.<br />
Dinner is included tonight.<br />
MON 02 SEP - PORT DOUGLAS/WILDLIFE HABITAT B,D<br />
Visit the Wildlife Habitat in Port Douglas. Free time this<br />
afternoon to relax or explore.<br />
TUE 03 SEP - PORT DOUGLAS/AUCKLAND B<br />
Depart Cairns at 11.55am. Arrive in Auckland at 6.35pm.<br />
Tour Itinerary<br />
DAY 01 - AUCKLAND/WELLINGTON D<br />
Travel on the superb ‘Northern Explorer’ rail service,<br />
depart Auckland at 7.45 am, arrive Wellington at 6.25 pm.<br />
Transfer to Travelodge Hotel or similar for a 3 night stay.<br />
DAY 02 - WAIRARAPA DAY TRIP B,L<br />
This morning, our first stop is at the Remutaka mountain<br />
summit (555 metres above sea level) to take in the<br />
panoramic views and visit the Remutaka Crossing<br />
monument which commemorates 60,000 New Zealand<br />
troops who made the military crossing from the military<br />
camp in Featherston to the Port of Wellington between<br />
1915 - 1918. We then visit delightful Greytown and it’s<br />
historical buildings and tree-lined avenues. Many<br />
describe Greytown as the prettiest town in the North<br />
Island. Later we head to Tirohana Estate Vineyard for an<br />
included lunch. After lunch some free time in<br />
Martinborough, one of the country's prime wine regions.<br />
Its claim to fame is the exceptional quality of its Pinot Noir<br />
wines. Later we head back over the Remutaka range to<br />
Wellington. Freedom dining tonight.<br />
DAY 03- WETA TOUR, WOW SHOW B,D<br />
This morning we visit award winning Weta Workshop to<br />
experience the incredible creativity and experience the<br />
magic first-hand on an immersive tour and then have the<br />
afternoon at leisure. This evening we enter a fabulous<br />
new World - The ‘World of WearableArt Awards Show’. A<br />
world-class theatrical extravaganza seen by over 60,000<br />
people over three weeks in Wellington. The stage comes<br />
alive with incredible works of wearable art, dancers,<br />
aerialists, captivating music, and moments that will take<br />
your breath away. Coach transfers to and from the show.<br />
DAY 04 - WELLINGTON/AUCKLAND B<br />
Enjoy a fascinating tour of Parliament. Later depart<br />
Wellington on Air New Zealand flight NZ432 at 1.45pm and<br />
arrive in Auckland at 2.50pm<br />
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Tour Itinerary<br />
SUN 15 SEP - AUCKLAND/SYDNEY D<br />
Depart on Qantas at 4.05pm, arrive Sydney 5.50pm. Stay<br />
1 night Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel or similar.<br />
MON 16 SEP - SYDNEY/JOHANNESBURG B,D<br />
Depart at 9.35am to Johannesburg. Arrive in<br />
Johannesburg at 3.40 pm. Stay Garden Court Sandton<br />
City Hotel (2 nights).<br />
TUE 17 SEP - JOHANNESBURG B,L<br />
A half-day sightseeing tour then free afternoon to relax.<br />
WED 18 SEP - JOHANNESBURG/ HAZYVIEW B,D<br />
Depart to Hazyview. En route visit the scenic Blyde River<br />
Canyon, one of the largest canyons on earth. Transfer to<br />
hotel near Kruger gate that lies on the Sabie river. Stay<br />
Day at Kruger Date Gate Hotel Time (2 nights). Activity Port of Call<br />
THU 19 SEP – KRUGER PARK GAME DRIVE B,L,D<br />
Today a game drive experience in the world-famous<br />
Kruger National Park. One of the largest and most<br />
popular game reserves in Africa. Search for the Big Five<br />
and enjoy prolific birdlife and wildlife viewing with a<br />
highly experienced Ranger in an open safari vehicle.<br />
FRI 20 SEP – HAZYVIEW/ SWAZILAND B,D<br />
A game drive in Kruger National Park and then drive to<br />
Swaziland, one of the smallest countries in Africa. Stay<br />
Happy Valley Hotel Ezulwini (1 from to<br />
SAT 21 SEP - SWAZILAND/ HLUHLUWE B,D<br />
This morning drive across the border to Hluhluwe. An<br />
afternoon game drive at the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi.<br />
Stay Anew Hotel & Lodge, Hluhluwe. (2 nights).<br />
SUN 22 SEP – HLUHLUWE NATIONAL PARK B,D<br />
This afternoon enjoy a game viewing drive in Hluhluwe<br />
National Park where the Big Five roam freely in the bush.<br />
MON 23 SEP - HLUHLUWE/ DURBAN B,D<br />
Travel to Durban and the afternoon is at leisure.<br />
Stay Protea by Marriot Hotel, Umhlanga. (1 night).<br />
TUE 24 SEP - DURBAN/PORT ELIZABETH B,D<br />
Day at leisure in Durban then an afternoon flight to Port<br />
Elizabeth. Stay Southern Sun Marine Hotel (1 night).<br />
WED 25 SEP – PORT ELIZABETH/KNYSNA B,D<br />
Drive the famous Garden Route coastal corridor and<br />
visit Tsitsikamma National Park and Storm’s River Mouth<br />
en route to Knysna. Stay Knysna Log Inn (2 nights).<br />
THU 26 SEP – KNYSNA SIGHTSEEING B,L<br />
Enjoy a lagoon cruise to the famous Featherbed Nature<br />
Reserve. Ride to the top of Western Head and lunch at<br />
the restaurant set on the edge of the lagoon.<br />
FRI 27 SEP – KNYSNA/ OUDTSHOORN B,L<br />
Travel to Oudtshoorn. Tour the famous Cango Caves and<br />
enjoy a Game Drive. Stay in a luxury tents at Buffelsdrift<br />
Game Lodge near Oudtshoorn (1 night).<br />
SAT 28 SEP – OUDTSHOORN/ STELLENBOSCH B<br />
Today a morning meerkat safari (weather permitting).<br />
then to the famous wine region of Stellenbosch. Transfer<br />
to the Stellenbosch Hotel (2 nights).<br />
SUN 29 SEP – STELLENBOSCH B,L<br />
Enjoy a Cape Winelands experience with fabulous<br />
cuisine and world-class wines. Lunch and wine/cheese<br />
tasting at the prestigious Fairview Wine Estate.<br />
MON 30 SEP – STELLENBOSCH/CAPE TOWN B<br />
A short drive to Cape Town.<br />
Stay Southern Sun Waterfront Hotel (3 nights).<br />
TUE 01 OCT – CAPE TOWN SIGHTSEEING B,L<br />
Full day Cape Peninsula Tour of the stunning Atlantic<br />
Ocean coastline. Enter Cape of Good Hope Nature<br />
Reserve, a world heritage site. Ride the Funicular to the<br />
old lighthouse lookout point for spectacular views.<br />
WED 02 OCT – CAPE TOWN SIGHTSEEING B,D<br />
A city tour including the Table Mountain aerial cableway<br />
(weather permitting) for stunning views. Rest of the<br />
afternoon at leisure. Tonight an African Feast.<br />
THU 03 OCT – CAPE TOWN/ VICTORIA FALLS B<br />
Fly to Victoria Falls. Enjoy a sunset cruise down the<br />
Zambezi River with canapes and drinks onboard while<br />
game viewing. Stay Elephant Hills Resort Hotel (3 nights).<br />
FRI 04 OCT – VICTORIA FALLS SIGHTSEEING B,L<br />
A guided tour of the “Smoke that Thunders” – Victoria<br />
Falls. One of the seven natural wonders of the world.<br />
Lunch at the Lookout Cafe.<br />
SAT 05 OCT – CHOBE NATIONAL PARK (BOTSWANA) B,L<br />
An exciting day trip over the border into Botswana and<br />
one of Africa’s greatest wildlife destinations, the Chobe<br />
National Park. Cruise down the Chobe River and enjoy<br />
wildlife viewing and lunch on the rivers edge.<br />
SUN 06 OCT – VICTORIA FALLS /JOHANNESBURG/<br />
AUCKLAND B<br />
Morning at leisure then fly at 2.05pm to Johannesburg.<br />
Connect with Qantas Airways flight at 5.40pm to<br />
Auckland via Sydney.<br />
MON 07 - SYDNEY/AUCKLAND<br />
Arrive in Sydney at 1.25pm and depart for Auckland<br />
at 5.50 pm. Arrive in Auckland at 10.55pm.<br />
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A remarkable land and breathtaking holiday destination. Experience a wonderful diversity of scenery,<br />
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National Park, the Garden Route, Cape Town plus Victoria Falls and Botswana. Join us for a truly<br />
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Included in your Tour Cost<br />
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21 nights quality accommodation at Sydney (1)<br />
Johannesburg (2), Hazyview/Mpumalanga (2),<br />
Swaziland (1), Hluhluwe/Zululand (2), Durban (1), Port<br />
Elizabeth (1), Knysna (2), Oudtshoorn (1), Stellenbosch (2),<br />
Cape Town (3) and Victoria Falls (3).<br />
11 x dinners, 8 x lunches and breakfast daily.<br />
Transport in private touring vehicles with English<br />
speaking driver & guide on all transfers and<br />
sightseeing excursions.<br />
Internal air travel within South Africa and sightseeing<br />
entrance fees as detailed in the tour itinerary.<br />
All pre-paid gratuities throughout the tour.<br />
Porterage at all hotels.<br />
Travelwise Holidays documentation & travel bag.<br />
Tour Itinerary<br />
Sydney Stopover<br />
Johannesburg, gateway into Southern Africa.<br />
Scenic Blyde River Canyon, one of the largest on<br />
earth!<br />
Kruger National Park wildlife viewing, home to the<br />
‘big five’ – elephant, rhino, lion, leopard and buffalo.<br />
Swaziland and Zululand to experience a taste of the<br />
Zulu customs.<br />
Hluhluwe National Park wildlife viewing.<br />
Durban, holidaymakers paradise with its carnival<br />
atmosphere.<br />
Spectacular ‘Garden Route’ Port Elizabeth to Cape<br />
Town.<br />
Oudtshoorn, centre for the ostrich farming industry.<br />
Cape Town, set against the magical backdrop of<br />
Table Mountain.<br />
Cape Town sightseeing featuring Cape Winelands<br />
Tour, Cape Peninsula Tour, Kirstenbosch Botanical<br />
Gardens and Table Mountain Cableway.<br />
Victoria Falls with Sunset Zambezi River Cruise.<br />
Chobe National Park Botswana wildlife viewing.<br />
Contact us for the full itinerary<br />
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Ex Christchurch<br />
Highlights Include<br />
Kopinga Moriori Marae * Tommy Solomon Memorial<br />
Fish Factory Tour * Waitangi West Cattle Station<br />
Te Whangau Lagoon * Admiral Gardens Tour<br />
Ex Auckland<br />
Tour Itinerary<br />
DAY 01 - CHRISTCHURCH/CHATHAM ISLANDS D<br />
Fly Air Chathams, depart 1.00pm, arrive 3.45pm. Transfer<br />
to hotel. Stay Hotel Chatham (7 nights).<br />
DAY 02 - THE WILD WEST B,L,D<br />
Sightseeing tour includes Waitangi West Cattle Station,<br />
stunning white beaches, the stone cottage on the<br />
slopes of Maunganui, Cape Young and spectacular<br />
rock formations.<br />
DAY 03 - OWENGA FISHING VILLAGE B,L,D<br />
Visit Kopinga Moriori Marae, enjoy a local fish factory<br />
tour and see the Tommy Solomon memorial statue.<br />
DAY 04 - WAITANGI TOWN/SOUTH COAST B,L,D<br />
Includes visits to the Chatham Island Museum, cottage<br />
gift shop and local jewellery art studio. Enjoy town walk<br />
and south coast scenic drive.<br />
DAY 05 - KAINGAROA FISHING VILLAGE B,L,D<br />
Visit Kaingaroa township, Murisons Farm and see the fur<br />
seal colony. Enjoy viewing nikau bush, ocean mail<br />
scenic reserves and Hapupu Moriori tree carvings.<br />
DAY 06 - TE WHANGA LAGOON B,L,D<br />
View the rock carvings at Nunuku’s Cave on the lagoon<br />
shore, search for shark teeth and visit Henga Scenic<br />
reserve and nursery.<br />
DAY 07 - PORT HUTT B,L,D<br />
Travel to Port Hutt, a beautiful deep water harbour<br />
home to another working fish factory. View the<br />
impressive Basalt Columns at Ohira Bay and enjoy a<br />
beach walk and tour of beautiful Admiral Gardens<br />
followed by a hosted dinner.<br />
DAY 08 - CHATHAM ISLANDS/CHRISTCHURCH B<br />
This morning after breakfast, transfer to airport. Fly Air<br />
Chathams, depart 8.30am, arrive 10.00am.<br />
Tour Itinerary<br />
DAY 1 - AUCKLAND/CHATHAM ISLANDS D<br />
Fly Air Chathams, depart 11.00am, arrive 2.00pm.<br />
Transfer to hotel. Stay Hotel Chatham (7 nights).<br />
DAY 2 - THE WILD WEST B,L,D<br />
Sightseeing tour includes Waitangi West Cattle Station,<br />
stunning white beaches, the stone cottage on the<br />
slopes of Maunganui, Cape Young and spectacular<br />
rock formations.<br />
DAY 3 - OWENGA FISHING VILLAGE B,L,D<br />
Visit Kopinga Moriori Marae, enjoy a local fish factory<br />
tour and see the Tommy Solomon memorial statue.<br />
DAY 4 - WAITANGI TOWN/SOUTH COAST B,L,D<br />
Includes visits to the Chatham Island Museum, cottage<br />
gift shop and local jewellery art studio. Enjoy town walk<br />
and south coast scenic drive.<br />
DAY 5 - KAINGAROA FISHING VILLAGE B,L,D<br />
Visit Kaingaroa township, Murisons Farm and see the fur<br />
seal colony. Enjoy viewing nikau bush, ocean mail<br />
scenic reserves and Hapupu Moriori tree carvings.<br />
DAY 6 - TE WHANGA LAGOON B,L,D<br />
View the rock carvings at Nunuku’s Cave on the lagoon<br />
shore, search for shark teeth and visit Henga Scenic<br />
reserve and nursery.<br />
DAY 7 - PORT HUTT B,L,D<br />
Travel to Port Hutt, a beautiful deep water harbour<br />
home to another working fish factory. View the<br />
impressive Basalt Columns at Ohira Bay and enjoy a<br />
beach walk and tour of beautiful Admiral Gardens<br />
followed by a hosted dinner.<br />
DAY 8 - CHATHAM ISLANDS/AUCKLAND B<br />
This morning after breakfast, transfer to airport. Fly Air<br />
Chathams, depart 4.00pm, arrive 6.00pm.<br />
NB. Itinerary includes visits to the four corners of<br />
Chatham Island. Schedule can be subject to change<br />
due to weather conditions etc.<br />
Due to the terrain a reasonable level of mobility is<br />
required.<br />
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Tour Itinerary<br />
THU 10 OCT - AUCKLAND/ PERTH D<br />
Depart Auckland on your Air New Zealand flight direct to<br />
Perth at 12.35pm. Arrive in Perth at 3.00pm. Stay Holiday<br />
Inn Perth City Centre (4 nights). Dinner included.<br />
FRI 11 OCT - SWAN VALLEY & WILDFLOWERS B,D<br />
Depart to the picturesque Swan Valley region. Travel<br />
through historic Guildford to the Swan Valley, Western<br />
Australia’s first wine-growing region. Hand feed<br />
kangaroos and see the koalas at Caversham Wildlife<br />
Park. Visit the Margaret River Chocolate Factory and<br />
sample their delicious chocolates. A visit to Lancaster<br />
Wines for wine tasting then lunch at Swan Valley (own<br />
Day expense). Date Local wildflower Time sightseeing Activity in the afternoon. Port of Call<br />
Dinner included.<br />
SAT 12 OCT - BEST OF PERTH & FREMANTLE B,D<br />
Depart for a day of touring both Perth & Fremantle. An<br />
orientation of Perth and a visit to Kings Park for a treetop<br />
guided walk. Continue with a visit to one of Perth’s<br />
best beaches Cottesloe Beach, before arriving at the<br />
historic port town of Fremantle. Free time here then<br />
return to the Holiday Inn Perth and spend the afternoon<br />
at leisure. Enjoy a Swan River Dinner Cruise this evening.<br />
SUN 13 OCT - PERTHS ‘BEST WILDFLOWER TOUR’ B,L,D<br />
A day tour to various locations on Perth’s outskirts in<br />
search of the finest wildflowers. A profusion of flowers<br />
varies daily and is dependent on sunshine. Areas such<br />
as the Chittering Valley, Bindoon, Victoria Plains and<br />
Toodyay often provide good viewing. The tour includes a<br />
picnic lunch. Dinner included.<br />
MON 14 OCT - PERTH/MARGARET RIVER B,L,D<br />
Depart for a 3-day tour to the Margaret River region.<br />
Travel south through farmland and by coastal towns to<br />
Busselton. Visit some wildflower spots in the area and<br />
lunch at one of Margaret River’s oldest breweries.<br />
Continue south to Mammoth Cave for a guided tour.<br />
Then on to Margaret's Beach Resort where you will stay<br />
for the next two nights.<br />
TUE 15 OCT - MARGARET RIVER B,L,D<br />
This morning head south through Boranup Forest to<br />
Augusta. Visit Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, the dividing<br />
point between the Southern & Indian Oceans. Enjoy a<br />
gourmet lunch at a local Winery and visits to a local<br />
chocolate and cheese factory before heading back<br />
towards Margaret River. Enjoy a free and easy afternoon<br />
depending on location of local wildflowers.<br />
WED 16 OCT - MARGARET RIVER/PERTH B,L,D<br />
Depart Margaret River and head towards Donnybrook<br />
and Harvey areas to view the wildflowers. Enjoy a light<br />
lunch en route and continue north via Mandurah,<br />
arriving in Perth late afternoon. Transfer to the Holiday<br />
Inn Perth City Centre where you will stay for the next<br />
three nights. Dinner included this evening.<br />
THU 17 OCT - ‘WILDFLOWERS’ KINGS PARK B<br />
This morning, depart hotel and transfer to nearby Kings<br />
Park, home to the annual Wildflower Festival, to view the<br />
impressive wildflower displays. Included are spectacular<br />
displays of Western Australian wildflowers in bloom both<br />
in the botanical gardens and across the park. Enjoy a<br />
walking tour around the wildflowers with Kings Park<br />
guide. The afternoon is at leisure. This evening freedom<br />
dining.<br />
FRI 18 OCT – ROTTNEST ISLAND DAY TOUR B,L<br />
This morning, transfer from the hotel for your ferry to<br />
Rottnest Island. Enjoy the Grand Island Tour which<br />
includes all the must-see locations, Captain Hussey<br />
return train to Oliver Hill, guided tour of Oliver Hill Guns &<br />
Tunnels and a light lunch. Transfer back late afternoon.<br />
SAT 19 OCT – DAY AT LEISURE B<br />
Morning at leisure in Perth with a late check out before<br />
transferring to Perth Airport. Join your Air New Zealand<br />
flight NZ176 direct to Auckland departing at 6.50pm.<br />
SUN 20 OCT – ARRIVE AUCKLAND<br />
Arrive in Auckland at 6.15am.<br />
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MON 14 OCT - AUCKLAND/SHANGHAI<br />
TUE 22 OCT - BEIJING,THE GREAT WALL B,L<br />
Depart Auckland on Air New Zealand at 11.40pm.<br />
Experience the awe-inspiring Great Wall. An<br />
TUE 15 OCT - SHANGHAI D<br />
architectural marvel that was built over centuries by<br />
Arrive in Shanghai at 6.55 am. A fabulous, vibrant city<br />
and one of the world's largest seaports. Free day then a<br />
China’s emperors to protect their territory. Later a visit to<br />
a jade carving factory. Enjoy a Pedi-cab tour through<br />
welcome dinner tonight. Stay (2 nights).<br />
Hutong, exploring the enchanting old city<br />
WED 16 OCT - SHANGHAI B,L,D<br />
neighbourhoods and visit a local family.<br />
Tour Shanghai‘s Old Alleys to experience local life.Visit WED 23 OCT - BEIJING B,L,D<br />
the iconic Bund, Shanghai's most famous mile. Stroll<br />
down Nanjing Road, a pedestrian street and Shanghai's<br />
world famous shopping area. Visit Shanghai Museum, a<br />
museum of ancient Chinese art with a collection of<br />
Explore the ancient beauty of the Temple of Heaven in<br />
the morning. Later a visit to Silk Alley. Browse for<br />
bargains through several floors of fashion, jewellery,<br />
handbags and tailored silk clothing.<br />
120,000 precious works of art.<br />
THU 24 OCT – BEIJING/YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE B,D<br />
THU 17 OCT - SHANGHAI/PUYUAN WATER TOWN B,L,D<br />
Fly to Yichang, on the banks of the Yangtze river, China’s<br />
Drive to Puyuan, a water town renowned for its tranquil longest. Embark on our fabulous Victoria Jenna cruise<br />
waterways, ancient bridges, and well-preserved ship for the next 4 nights. See the spectacular scenery of<br />
architecture. Stay (1 night).<br />
FRI 18 OCT - PUYUAN/SHANGHAI/XI‘AN B,L,D<br />
the Three Gorges.<br />
FRI 25 OCT - YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE B,L,D<br />
Drive back to Shanghai and fly to Xi’an in the afternoon.<br />
An ancient imperial capital and the eastern departure<br />
point of the Silk Road. Stay (2 nights)<br />
Visit the Three Gorges Dam, the world’s largest power<br />
station. Sail through Xiling Gorge, the longest and<br />
deepest of the Three Gorges.<br />
SAT 19 OCT – XI’AN B,L,D<br />
SAT 26 OCT - YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE B,L,D<br />
Explore the extraordinary Terracotta Warriors, an Enter the Wu Gorge, known for its sheer cliffs. Then sail<br />
archaeological marvel dating back over 2,000 years. through Qutang Gorge, the most dramatic gorge.<br />
Experience the Circle Vision Movie and Bronze Chariot SUN 27 OCT - YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE B,L,D<br />
before visiting the Xi’an Art Ceramic and Lacquer Ware<br />
Factory. In the afternoon, wander through the vibrant<br />
Enjoy the Xiaoguanshan Ancient Folk Culture Park and a<br />
scenic national forest park.<br />
Muslim Quarter, delve into the bustling market, and visit MON 28 OCT - CHONGQING/CHENGDU B,L,D<br />
the well-preserved Great Mosque. Tonight a traditional<br />
Tang Dynasty show following a delightful dinner.<br />
Disembark the ship and take a High Speed train at<br />
350kms/hr, to Chengdu. Upon arrival transfer to your<br />
SUN 20 OCT - XI‘AN/BEIJING B,L,D<br />
hotel for a relaxing evening. Stay 2 nights.<br />
Explore the Shaanxi Museum and the mysteries of TUE 29 OCT – CHENGDU B,L,D<br />
China's ancient culture. Xi'an was the capital of China<br />
for 13 dynasties over 1,100 years. Fly to Beijing in the<br />
afternoon. A city where ancient culture meets modern<br />
civilisation. Delight in a renowned Beijing Duck banquet<br />
Visit the renowned Panda Breeding and Research<br />
Centre, then experience the leisurely lifestyle at the<br />
People's Park tea house. Explore the historical Broad and<br />
Narrow Alley.<br />
for dinner. Stay (4 nights).<br />
WED 30 OCT – CHENGDU/ SHANGHAI B,L<br />
MON 21 OCT - BEIJING SIGHTSEEING B,L,D<br />
Return to Shanghai by Air and upon arrival, explore the<br />
Embark on a tour of Tian’anmen Square, the expansive<br />
Forbidden City, and the iconic Summer Palace, with its<br />
iconic Bund, the charming Old Town, and the tranquil Yu<br />
Garden. Stay (1 night)<br />
ornate 'Long Corridor' and captivating Lake Kunming THU 31 OCT – SHANGHAI/AUCKLAND B,L<br />
boat ride (weather permitting). The Forbidden City is the Morning is at leisure. Transfer to your Air New Zealand<br />
largest palace complex in the world and 24 Chinese flight at 2.15pm to Auckland.<br />
emperors resided there. In the evening, witness the<br />
FRI 01 NOV - AUCKLAND<br />
Arrive Auckland 6.40am.<br />
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Highlights Include<br />
Jacksons Bay Lunch * Tramcar Dinner * Skyline Gondola &<br />
Dinner * Little Paradise Gardens * Ferrymead Heritage<br />
Park * Little Giants House * Akaroa Nature Cruise.<br />
Highlights Include<br />
Hamilton Gardens Tour & Lunch * Whangamomona Pub<br />
Lunch * Tawhiti Museum * Vineyard Bistro Dinner<br />
2 Full Days of Garden Touring in Taranaki<br />
Tour Itinerary<br />
THU 17 OCT - AUCKLAND/QUEENSTOWN D<br />
Depart Auckland on Air New Zealand flight NZ 635 at<br />
9.30am. Arrive in Queenstown 11.25am. Travel to scenic<br />
Arrowtown for free time. Later head to Gibbston Winery<br />
for wine tasting. Dinner included tonight. Stay Novotel<br />
Queenstown Lakeside (2 nights).<br />
FRI 18 OCT - QUEENSTOWN B,D<br />
Take the scenic route hugging Lake Wakatipu, and arrive<br />
at the stunning gardens at Little Paradise. The afternoon<br />
is free and then a Skyline Gondola ride up Bobs Peak for<br />
an included dinner at 1,570 ft.<br />
SAT 19 OCT - QUEENSTOWN/FRANZ JOSEF B,L,D<br />
Depart Queenstown and head to the wild West Coast and<br />
remote Jackson Bay via Wanaka. A casual but<br />
scrumptious lunch in Jackson Bay - feasting on Blue Cod<br />
fish, Crayfish and Whitebait. After lunch drive North to<br />
Franz Josef. Stay Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier (2<br />
nights).<br />
SUN 20 OCT - FRANZ JOSEF B,D<br />
A day to relax and explore the region further - maybe<br />
take an optional helicopter ride with exceptional views of<br />
the alpine landscapes, or a bush walk.<br />
MON 21 OCT - FRANZ JOSEF/CHRISTCHURCH B,D<br />
Head up the rugged coast to Greymouth where you<br />
board the fabulous Tranzalpine train service. Relax and<br />
enjoy the incredible views. Arrive in Christchurch and<br />
transfer to your hotel. Stay Pavillion Hotel (3 nights).<br />
TUE 22 OCT - CHRISTCHURCH SIGHTSEEING B,L,D<br />
Visit Ferrymead Heritage Park. An Edwardian township<br />
depicting what life was like over 100 years ago. Explore<br />
and then enjoy its famous tram ride. We then drive to<br />
Sumner and lunch at the scenic Scarborough Fare cafe.<br />
The afternoon is free. Dinner on the fabulous Christchurch<br />
Tram tonight.<br />
WED 23 OCT - CHRISTCHURCH & AKAROA B,L,D<br />
A day trip to gorgeous Akaroa. Visit the eclectic house &<br />
gardens of The Giant’s House. A cafe style lunch here<br />
then enjoy a fabulous Nature Cruise of Akaroa Harbour.<br />
Tonight a Farewell Dinner.<br />
THU 24 OCT - CHRISTCHURCH/AUCKLAND B<br />
Depart Christchurch at 11am on Air New Zealand flight<br />
NZ538 arriving back into Auckland at 12.25pm.<br />
Tour Itinerary<br />
TUE 05 NOV - AUCKLAND/TAUMARUNUI L,D<br />
Drive to Hamilton for a tour of the famous Hamilton<br />
Gardens. A living museum of gardens from ancient Egypt<br />
to the 21st century. Each beautiful garden is a piece of<br />
history that celebrates the ideas and beliefs of its age.<br />
Located alongside the Waikato River, gardeners have<br />
worked the whenua at Hamilton Gardens for centuries. A<br />
delectable lunch is included in the gardens. After lunch<br />
continue on to the Forgotten World, Taumarunui.<br />
Stay Forgotten World Motel (1 night).<br />
WED 06 NOV - TAUMARUNUI/NEW PLYMOUTH B,L,D<br />
Leave the Forgotten World and travel to New Plymouth.<br />
En- route visit Lauren’s Lavender Farm and later we enter<br />
the Republic of Whangamomona for an included lunch at<br />
the famous Hotel. After lunch we visit the delightful<br />
gardens of Cairnhill and Green Hills before arriving in New<br />
Plymouth. Stay Plymouth International Hotel (3 nights).<br />
THU 07 - NEW PLYMOUTH GARDEN TOURING B,D<br />
We spend today visiting a selection of incredible<br />
gardens. Today we visit Riverlea, Leppers, Waiongana<br />
and Te Kukumara gardens.<br />
FRI 08 NOV - NEW PLYMOUTH GARDEN TOURING B,D<br />
We set off for the spectacular gardens of Inglewood and<br />
Hawera. We visit Stanleigh and Leonies gardens and<br />
afterwards we break it up with a visit and lunch at the<br />
very unique Tawhiti Museum. After lunch (own expense)<br />
we visit the Puketarata Garden and then travel along the<br />
scenic coastline via Opunake Beach back to New<br />
Plymouth. Dinner tonight is at the Vineyard Bistro at<br />
Okurukuru Winery. Soak in the wonderful coastal and<br />
mountain views.<br />
SAT 09 NOV - NEW PLYMOUTH/ AUCKLAND B,L<br />
This morning we visit Te Henui Cemetery and then head<br />
North for Auckland. En route we stop for included lunch at<br />
the Fat Pigeon Cafe at Piopio. Arrive back in Auckland<br />
late afternoon.<br />
*Gardens are subject to change.<br />
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THU 31 OCT - AUCKLAND/HOBART D<br />
Depart Auckland at 9.00 am and arrive in Hobart at 10.50<br />
am. Head to the Tasman Peninsula, for an included lunch<br />
and then visit the famous Port Arthur Historic Site. Enjoy a<br />
self-guided audio experience and a harbour cruise of the<br />
site. Returning to Hobart view the stunning sights of<br />
Devil's Kitchen, The Tasman Arch, Tessellate Pavement<br />
and the Remarkable Caves. Welcome dinner tonight. Stay<br />
in the brand new Crowne Plaza Hotel for one night.<br />
FRI 01 NOV - HOBART/STRAHAN B,D<br />
Travel to the rugged beauty of the West Coast. Stop at<br />
iconic Lake St Clair, the deepest lake in Australia -<br />
situated adjacent to the world-famous Cradle Mountain.<br />
At Derwent Bridge visit the Wall in the Wilderness<br />
sculpture. Continue on to Strahan, a tiny former port<br />
town. Stay at the Village Hotel in the heart of Strahan for<br />
the next two nights.<br />
SAT 02 NOV - STRAHAN B,L,D<br />
Enjoy the famous Gordon River Cruise. Meander through<br />
the rainforest and savour a delicious lunch. Visit Sarah<br />
Island one of the most notorious penal settlements of the<br />
colonial period. Later time to explore Strahan before<br />
joining in the fun and frivolity of Tasmania’s longestrunning<br />
play, ‘The Ship That Never Was’.<br />
SUN 03 NOV - STRAHAN/SMITHTON B,D<br />
Explore the incredible Cradle Mountain National Park. On<br />
arrival take the included shuttle bus to gorgeous Dove<br />
Lake and enjoy the boardwalk and beautiful views.<br />
Onward to Smithton and the Tall Timbers Tasmania Hotel,<br />
where you will stay for the next two nights.<br />
MON 04 NOV - SMITHTON (TARKINE & STANLEY) B,D<br />
Enjoy a half-day Tarkine experience including the scenic<br />
Edge of the World lookout. Later, the perfectly preserved<br />
coastal Georgian village of Stanley. Explore its colonial<br />
buildings, cafes and cottages sheltering under “The Nut“.<br />
Walk or take the lift (own expense) up "The Nut" - for<br />
breathtaking views of the Bass Strait.<br />
TUE 05 NOV - LAUNCESTON B,D<br />
Drive the stunning Nth West coastline to Launceston.<br />
Tempt your tastebuds at Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm<br />
cafe, Ashgrove Cheese & Dairy Farm and House of Anvers<br />
Chocolates. Arrive in Launceston, Tasmania's Northern<br />
Capital and vibrant food and wine hub. Stay at Peppers<br />
Silos Hotel Launceston on the Tamar River, for two nights.<br />
WED 06 NOV - LAUNCESTON B,L<br />
Cruise the Tamar river and enter the Cataract Gorge to<br />
view the old and new of Launceston's seaport precinct.<br />
Then onward to Joseph Chromy Wines for a wine taste<br />
and superb lunch. Return to Launceston mid-afternoon<br />
and then an opportunity to visit the wilderness of<br />
Cataract Gorge Reserve - admire the Cliff Grounds and<br />
beautiful walking tracks and suspension bridge - with<br />
the chance to ride the chairlift (own expense) over the<br />
Basin and manicured lawns. A free evening in<br />
Launceston tonight.<br />
THU 07 NOV - LAUNCESTON/ST HELENS B,D<br />
Enjoy morning tea and a 30 minute guided tour of<br />
Bridestone Lavender Estate. The gardens and spring-fed<br />
dam are a spectacular sight. Travel through the farming<br />
towns of Scottsdale, Pyengana and Derby, stopping at<br />
St Columba Falls. It's one of Tasmania's highest<br />
waterfalls. Onward to picturesque St Helens, famous for<br />
the Bay of Fires. Stay at Panorama Hotel for one night.<br />
FRI 08 NOV - ST HELENS/HOBART B,D<br />
Experience the Great Eastern Drive. Visit pretty seaside<br />
town Bicheno and then the fabulous Freycinet National<br />
Park, where a highlight is Coles Bay. Walk to the Cape<br />
Tourville Lighthouse with amazing views of the turquoise<br />
ocean and Freycinet Hazards. Continue on the Great<br />
Eastern Drive to Hobart. Stay Hotel Crown Plaza 2 nights.<br />
SAT 09 NOV - HOBART B,L,D<br />
Explore one of Australia's most loved markets, the<br />
Salamanca Markets, a great place to grab a snack<br />
lunch. Later we meet and take a 30 minute ferry to MONA<br />
the incredible Mona (Museum of Old and New Art). Its<br />
subterranean architecture showcases the highlights<br />
(and lowlights) of David Walsh’s $110m private collection<br />
of art and antiquities, as well as hosting a busy<br />
exhibitions program. We ferry back to Hobart. In the<br />
evening we stroll to our fabulous Farewell Dinner located<br />
at a picturesque harbourside restaurant.<br />
SUN 10 NOV - HOBART/AUCKLAND B<br />
Morning at leisure. Depart Hobart on Air NZ flight NZ198<br />
at 12.00. Arrive in Auckland at 6.00pm.<br />
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Tour Itinerary<br />
SAT 23 NOV – AUCKLAND/DUNEDIN D<br />
Depart Auckland on Air NZ 679 at 9.50am, arrive in<br />
Dunedin at 11.45am. Enjoy a delightful Haggis ceremony.<br />
Dinner is included. Stay Southern Cross Hotel (2 nights)<br />
SUN 24 NOV – DUNEDIN SIGHTSEEING B,L,D<br />
Our tour includes New Zealand’s castle - Larnach.<br />
Explore its beautiful gardens and the historic interior<br />
then enjoy a delectable included lunch. After lunch a<br />
visit of the Olveston Historic Home. Designed by<br />
acclaimed English architect Sir Ernest George, Olveston,<br />
it was built as a family home furnished with fine art,<br />
furniture and artefacts purchased from all around the<br />
world.<br />
MON 25 NOV – DUNEDIN/CATLINS/INVERCARGILL B,D<br />
Depart Dunedin and travel to Invercargill via the Catlins<br />
for sightseeing. This wild coastal corner is one of the<br />
most unsung of the South Island. Stay Kelvin Hotel (2<br />
nights).<br />
TUE 26 NOV – STEWART ISLAND EXCURSION B,L,D<br />
Get off the beaten track and discover New Zealand’s<br />
third island - unspoilt, tranquil and stunning. Ferry<br />
across to Stewart Island where you spend the day<br />
sightseeing including Village & Bays Tour and Ulva<br />
Island. Ferry back to Bluff and transfer to Invercargill.<br />
WED 27 NOV – INVERCARGILL/TE ANAU B,D<br />
Travel via the Southern Scenic route to Te Anau, the<br />
main base for the glacier-carved wilderness that is<br />
Fiordland National Park. Stay Distinction Hotel Te Anau (2<br />
nights).<br />
THU 28 NOV – DOUBTFUL SOUND CRUISE B,L,D<br />
Experience the spectacular, remote wilderness of<br />
Doubtful Sound on our guided day trip. Journey across<br />
Lake Manapouri, over the breathtaking Wilmot Pass and<br />
into the heart of Fiordland National Park. This is a mustdo<br />
for nature lovers and explorers alike. Includes a 3<br />
hour cruise through Doubtful Sound, including lunch.<br />
FRI 29 NOV – TE ANAU/MILFORD SOUND B,D<br />
A morning Te Anau Glowworm Caves excursion. This<br />
underground world is astonishingly beautiful. By<br />
geological standards, the caves are very young (12,000<br />
years). A twisting network of limestone passages filled<br />
with sculpted rock, whirlpools and a roaring<br />
underground waterfall. Afterwards travel via the Scenic<br />
Alpine route to Milford Sound. Spend the night aboard<br />
the iconic Milford Mariner and wake up to dawn in one<br />
of the most beautiful places on earth. The cruise style is<br />
relaxed, allowing plenty of time to view the fiord’s<br />
spectacular waterfalls, rainforest, mountains and<br />
wildlife.<br />
SAT 30 NOV – MILFORD SOUND/QUEENSTOWN B,D<br />
Disembark the cruise, travel to Queenstown via Te Anau<br />
and along the shores of lake Wakatipu. Afternoon at<br />
leisure. Stay Novotel Hotel Queenstown (2 nights).<br />
SUN 01 DEC – QUEENSTOWN SIGHTSEEING B,D<br />
A half day sightseeing tour includes Coronet Peak and<br />
Arrowtown. Visit Gibbston Valley for wine tasting where<br />
they have been handcrafting premium wines for more<br />
than three decades. Afternoon is at leisure followed by a<br />
dining experience like no other. Cruise across Lake<br />
Whakatipu and discover Queenstown’s incomparable<br />
fine dining destination - Walter Peak High Country Farm.<br />
Once at the lakeside Colonel’s Homestead Restaurant<br />
savour the delicious aromas as our chef has the best of<br />
local produce sizzling away on the grill.<br />
MON 02 DEC – QUEENSTOWN/AUCKLAND B<br />
Enjoy a leisurely morning with a trip up the Gondola<br />
before we transfer to the airport. Depart Queenstown on<br />
Air New Zealand at 2.15pm, arrive Auckland 4.05pm.<br />
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Highlights Include<br />
Yarra Valley Vineyard Lunch * Melbourne Shopping &<br />
Laneways tours * St Kilda Beach welcome dinner<br />
Mornington Peninsula * Farewell Dinner<br />
Highlights Include<br />
Barney Duffy BBQ * Indulgence & Ghost tours * Convict<br />
Settlement tour of Kingston * Murder Mystery &<br />
Progressive dinners * Fish Fry * Christmas Lunch<br />
Tour Itinerary<br />
WED 04 DEC - AUCKLAND/MELBOURNE D<br />
Depart Auckland on NZ 121 at 8.50am. Arrive Melbourne<br />
10.45am. Transfer from the airport to your hotel and the<br />
afternoon is free. Early evening we head to Melbourne’s<br />
most famous beach, St Kilda Beach for a Welcome dinner<br />
at Captain Baxter (or similar). Stay Novotel on Collins or<br />
similar (4 nights).<br />
THU 05 DEC - MELBOURNE B,L,D<br />
Shopping tour: Spend the day bargain hunting on a<br />
shopping tour taking in outlets, discount shops and sales<br />
as well as some of Melbourne’s most popular shopping<br />
areas. The tour will cover clothing, shoes, sportswear,<br />
bags, confectionery and more. We aim to cater for all<br />
ages and budgets with a mixture of popular brands and<br />
brands you may not have seen before. Some of<br />
Melbourne’s best loved shopping streets may be included<br />
in the tour, from Bridge Road in Richmond to Smith Street<br />
in Collingwood. Dinner at the hotel.<br />
FRI 06 DEC - MELBOURNE B,L<br />
Depart Melbourne for a day trip out to the Yarra Valley<br />
and the Mornington Peninsula. With a wine growing<br />
history of over 180 years, the Yarra Valley is Victoria's<br />
oldest wine growing region. We visit some wineries with a<br />
fabulous included lunch. Freedom dining tonight.<br />
SAT 07 DEC - MELBOURNE B,D<br />
A guided walking tour of Melbourne’s laneways - mostly<br />
from the Victorian era, and a very popular cultural<br />
attraction. A free afternoon for more shopping,<br />
sightseeing or relaxing. Enjoy a Farewell dinner tonight.<br />
SUN 08 DEC - MELBOURNE/AUCKLAND B<br />
Depart Melbourne at 12.05pm on flight NZ124 and arrive in<br />
Auckland at 5.35pm.<br />
A reasonable level of mobility is required for the walking tours.<br />
Please discuss it with us if you’re unsure.<br />
Tour Itinerary<br />
THU 19 DEC - AUCKLAND/NORFOLK ISLAND D<br />
Fly on Air Chathams flight 401 at 12.30pm, arrive in Norfolk<br />
Island at 2.15pm. Free afternoon. Dinner at the hotel<br />
tonight. Stay at Paradise Hotel Resort (8 nights).<br />
FRI 20 DEC - ISLAND TOUR,CYCLORAMA B,L,D<br />
Sightseeing includes Kingston, Cascade and Longridge.<br />
See the famous convict buildings. Enjoy an included<br />
lunch then explore the history of the Bounty adventures.<br />
Tonight the Barney Duffy BBQ. After dinner the<br />
Wonderland by Night experience.<br />
SAT 21 DEC - INDULGENCE TOUR, GHOST TOUR B,D<br />
Morning is free. Indulgence Tour visits Ball Bay, Steeles<br />
Point then the Captain Cook Monument. Finish with wine,<br />
cheese & crackers on Mount Pittt Tonight a Ghost tour<br />
and dinner. Enjoy a lantern walk through the historic<br />
Kingston Ruins. Dinner in a historic Georgian Building.<br />
SUN 22 DEC - MARKETS/CHURCH, CONVICT TOUR B,D<br />
Free morning. In the afternoon a fascinating Convict<br />
Settlement Tour of the World Heritage Listed Georgian<br />
settlement of Kingston. Afternoon Tea is included. Tonight<br />
dinner is included.<br />
MON 23 DEC - OVER THE CATTLESTOPS, PROGRESSIVE<br />
DINNER B,D Meet skilled artisans and entrepreneurs<br />
behind the island's thriving businesses and taste and<br />
purchase some of the finest locally-made products. A<br />
free afternoon then tonight enjoy a 3 course meal,<br />
progressing to different family homes.<br />
TUE 24 DEC - GREENFINGERS TOUR, PITCAIRN SETTLERS<br />
VILLAGE B,D In the morning enjoy the history and culture<br />
of the Pitcairn Settlers. View the magnificent homestead<br />
gardens. Ride in a model A Ford tour coach, view a film,<br />
visit a blacksmith’s forge, the original homestead, a WWII<br />
Army hut and Museum of Memorabilia. In the afternoon<br />
Tour stunning gardens. Dinner is included tonight.<br />
WED 25 DEC - MERRY CHRISTMAS B,L,D<br />
Relax and enjoy Christmas, Island Style. Day at leisure<br />
with an optional church service.<br />
THU 26 DEC - FISH FRY, SOUND & LIGHT SHOW B,D<br />
A free morning then absorb the stories of Norfolk Island's<br />
exceptional women. Tonight the famous Fish Fry followed<br />
by a Sound & Light Show.<br />
FRI 27 DEC - NORFOLK/AUCKLAND B<br />
Morning at leisure. Depart on Air Chathams<br />
flight 402 at 3.00pm and arrive in Auckland at 6.45pm.<br />
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Highlights Include<br />
Winery Lunches * Omaka Aviation Centre Tour<br />
Queen Charlotte Cruise & Lunch * Coastal Pacific Train<br />
Journey * Whale Watch cruise * Christmas dinner<br />
Highlights Include<br />
Hamilton Gardens Lunch * Pukeiti Forest * Rain forest<br />
Cafe lunch * Festival of Lights * Tawhiti Museum<br />
Cairnhill Gardens * Taupo Cruise * Huka Falls<br />
Tour Itinerary<br />
SAT 21 DEC - AUCKLAND/BLENHEIM L,D<br />
Depart Auckland on Air New Zealand flight NZ5203 at<br />
9.25am. Arrive in Blenheim at 10.55am. Head to a local<br />
winery for a wine tasting and lunch. Free afternoon.<br />
Dinner is included tonight. Stay Scenic Hotel Marlborough<br />
(2 nights).<br />
SUN 22 DEC - BLENHEIM & MARLBOROUGH SOUNDS B,L,D<br />
Today we cruise the serene native bushland of Queen<br />
Charlotte Sound and land at Endeavour Inlet for lunch at<br />
cosy Furneaux Lodge. Its a beautiful spot with a<br />
backdrop of native forest and lush rolling lawns right to<br />
the stunning green-blue water. Dinner is included tonight.<br />
MON 23 DEC - BLENHEIM/KAIKOURA B,D<br />
This morning visit the fabulous Omaka Aviation Centre<br />
and its ‘Knight of the Sky‘ & ‘Dangerous Skies‘ exhibitions.<br />
Afterwards the Coastal Pacific Train to Kaikoura between<br />
mountains and sea - on a journey of breathtaking<br />
beauty. Your brand new shoreline hotel awaits. Stay<br />
Sudima Hotel Kaikoura (1 night). (Coastal Pacific Train<br />
subject to train operation.)<br />
TUE 24 DEC - KAIKOURA/HANMER SPRINGS B,D<br />
This morning we join a unique Whale Watch tour. Giant<br />
sperm whales are the stars of the show and year-round<br />
residents. In the afternoon a leisurely drive to the resort<br />
town of Hanmer Springs. An attractive destination for<br />
relaxation and indulgence, surrounded by dramatic<br />
mountains and towering forests. Maybe an evening dip in<br />
the famous thermal pools, a 5 minute walk away. Stay<br />
Hanmer Springs Hotel (2 nights).<br />
WED 25 DEC - HANMER SPRINGS B,L,D<br />
Merry Christmas! Relax and enjoy this stunning alpine<br />
village. Savour a wonderful Christmas dinner at the hotel<br />
tonight.<br />
THU 26 DEC - HANMER SPRINGS/AUCKLAND B,L<br />
This morning we head South to the Waipara Valley, a<br />
relatively new wine region in New Zealand, with<br />
production first established in 1978. We enjoy a<br />
delectable winery lunch before we head for Christchurch<br />
airport for your Air New Zealand flight NZ558 departing at<br />
4.45pm and arriving back into Auckland 5.25pm.<br />
Tour Itinerary<br />
MON 30 DEC - AUCKLAND/NEW PLYMOUTH L,D<br />
Depart Auckland and head south for a lunch at the<br />
famous Hamilton Gardens. Arrive New Plymouth late<br />
afternoon. Stay Plymouth International Hotel (3 nights).<br />
TUE 31 DEC - NEW PLYMOUTH B,L,D<br />
Leisurely start this morning then head to Pukeiti Forest<br />
and Rhododendron Gardens - a garden of international<br />
significance in Taranaki. Lunch today is at the Rainforest<br />
Café. The afternoon is at leisure, maybe take in the Len<br />
Lye Museum, relax around the hotel or some shopping in<br />
town. Dinner at the hotel and then head to Pukekura Park<br />
to see the majestic Festival of Lights, that transforms the<br />
Park into a wonderland.<br />
WED 01 JAN - NEW PLYMOUTH B,D<br />
We begin our day by travelling south to Stratford. Admire<br />
the glockenspiel playing a scene from Shakespeare’s<br />
Romeo and Juliet then we travel to Hawera to visit the<br />
Tawhiti Museum - widely regarded as the best private<br />
museum in NZ. We then travel back to New Plymouth via<br />
Surf Highway 45. Dinner tonight at the hotel.<br />
THU 02 JAN - NEW PLYMOUTH/TAUPO B,L,D<br />
Today we depart New Plymouth for morning tea at<br />
Cairnhill gardens. We head toward Whangamomona and<br />
then carry along the Forgotten Highway and arrive into<br />
Taupo in the afternoon. Dinner at the hotel this evening.<br />
Stay Millennium Hotel Taupo (2 nights).<br />
FRI 03 JAN - TAUPO B,D<br />
Free morning in Taupo and this afternoon we head out on<br />
for a cruise around picturesque Great Lake Taupo and its<br />
northern bays with the mountains of the World Heritage<br />
Tongariro National Park as a backdrop. Enjoy close-up<br />
views of the Maori Rock Carvings from the large outdoor<br />
decks as you learn about Lake Taupo’s cultural and<br />
volcanic history.<br />
SAT 04 JAN - TAUPO/AUCKLAND B,L,D<br />
Time to get started back to Auckland with a visit to the<br />
Huka Falls with nearly a quarter of a million litres of water<br />
per second erupting from a natural gorge and thundering<br />
11m into the Waikato River below. Continue north through<br />
the Waikato farmlands for lunch with Penny Diprose at<br />
Rosenvale‘s Tranquil and lush gardens. Arrive back in<br />
Auckland in the late afternoon.<br />
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Antarctica Expedition 2025<br />
Join us on an Extraordinary Antarctic Expedition! Explore the captivating worlds of<br />
South Georgia and Antarctica. Every day, we'll let nature guide our path. Each<br />
sunrise will unveil a new and thrilling experience. Prepare to be enchanted by the<br />
abundance of whales and adorable penguin chicks. In true expedition style,<br />
we'll adapt to the ever-changing conditions, ensuring an unforgettable<br />
journey filled with remarkable discoveries.<br />
Be quick, bookings close in 4 weeks. 6 cabins left!<br />
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Tour Itinerary<br />
22 FEB - AUCKLAND/SANTIAG0<br />
Depart Auckland on Latam Airlines Flight LA800 at<br />
6.40pm. Arrive Santiago Chile 1.40pm. Stay Sheraton<br />
Hotel or similar (1 night).<br />
23 FEB - SANTIAGO/PUNTA ARENAS/CRUISE B,L,D<br />
22-day expedition cruise exploring the Falkland Islands,<br />
South Georgia and Antarctica on MS FRAM.An early<br />
start today as we depart Santiago and fly to Punta<br />
Arenas, Chile’s southernmost port. Our expedition ship<br />
awaits us. Explore the ship, and meet your Expedition<br />
Team. Your guides, hosts and local experts, they’re also<br />
your travel companions for the next three weeks.<br />
24 FEB - THE STRAIT OF MAGELLAN B,L,D<br />
Day With our Date course set for Time the Falkland Activity Islands, soak Port up the of Call<br />
mesmerising views all around you as you cruise through<br />
the Strait of Magellan. You can take in the scenery from<br />
the deck, the outdoor hot tub or the panoramic Explorer<br />
Lounge & Bar. Join your Expedition Team in the onboard<br />
Science Center to listen to lectures, participate in Citizen<br />
Science projects and more. Whether it’s marine biology,<br />
Arctic survival, oceanography or photography, your<br />
Expedition Team offers fascinating insights into the<br />
places you’ll see on your journey, and you’ll feed off<br />
their enthusiasm.<br />
25-27 FEB - THE MANY CHARMS OF ISLAND LIFE B,L,D<br />
Enjoy birding and hiking in these green islands. The<br />
Falkland archipelago is filled with seamless horizons and<br />
white sands teeming with birdlife. Only the occasional<br />
farm dots the landscape. You’ll find grassy hills and<br />
wildflowers, in contrast to the vast whiteness of<br />
Antarctica to come. You'll also enjoy a community walk<br />
of Stanley, taking in the Jubilee Villas gardens, Christ<br />
Church Cathedral and the Historic Dockyard Museum.<br />
28 FEB-01 MAR - ADVENTURE LIES AHEAD B,L,D<br />
Cruising the South Atlantic. Sailing from the Falklands,<br />
we spend two days cruising towards beautiful South<br />
Georgia. You can look forward to seeing an archipelago<br />
filled with diverse wildlife.<br />
Meet up with the Expedition Team as they prepare you<br />
for what lies ahead. They’ll tell you everything they know<br />
about South Georgia, including the area’s wildlife, polar<br />
history, geology, glaciology, and stories of Norwegian<br />
whalers.<br />
02-05 MAR - ‘SERENGETI OF THE SOUTHERN OCEAN’ B,L,D<br />
Visit a wildlife watcher’s paradise. South Georgia’s<br />
abundant wildlife has earned it the nickname ‘Serengeti<br />
of the Southern Ocean’. Its unique position free from sea<br />
ice makes the island a breeding site for large colonies of<br />
penguins, other seabirds and seals. In fact, it’s an<br />
Important Bird Area, home to albatrosses, petrels, shags,<br />
skuas and terns. You'll spend five days exploring this<br />
remarkable area. We’ll also try to reach Grytviken, the<br />
final resting place of Antarctic explorer Sir Ernest<br />
Shackleton.<br />
06-07 MAR - TOWARDS ANTARCTICA B,L,D<br />
Time to relax and reflect. After visiting the Falklands and<br />
South Georgia. Antarctica is a continent dedicated to<br />
peace, science and wildlife. We leave only footprints and<br />
take only pictures.<br />
08 -12 MAR - ANTARCTICA IN ALL ITS MAJESTY B,L,D<br />
Nothing prepares you for your first sight of Antarctica’s<br />
immense, frozen beauty. Icebergs, sculpted by nature,<br />
float in the straits. Gentoo, Chinstrap and Adélie<br />
Penguins watch erect from the shores. Countless<br />
seabirds wheel overhead. Nature is in charge. You’ll<br />
spend five exciting days exploring several possible<br />
landing sites, on and around the Antarctic Peninsula and<br />
South Shetland Islands.<br />
13-15 MAR - RELAX AND UNWIND AT SEA B,L,D<br />
Say goodbye to the frozen continent. Through the Drake<br />
Passage and then the scenic Beagle Channel,<br />
surrounded by mountains plunging straight into the icy<br />
water. Watch for Patagonian wildlife as we sail through<br />
this wild and remote area towards Punta Arenas. Relax in<br />
the hot tubs or panoramic sauna or unwind in our<br />
Explorer Lounge & Bar.<br />
16 MAR - PUNTA ARENAS/SANTIAGO B, D<br />
Disembark the ship in Punta Arenas and fly to Santiago.<br />
Arrive late afternoon. Relax in the hotel.<br />
17 MAR - SANTIAGO B<br />
Sightseeing tour today of the major sights of Santiago.<br />
Late check-out and depart to the airport later this<br />
evening.<br />
18 MAR - SANTIAGO/AUCKLAND<br />
LA801 departs 12.40am and arrives in Auckland on the 19<br />
MAR at 5.20am.<br />
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Antarctica 2025<br />
MS Fram (fully upgraded in 2022)<br />
MS Fram is an intimate ship with just 125 cabins and<br />
suites. Purpose-built as an expedition cruise ship, it is an<br />
exceptional base camp for explorers. Its interiors are<br />
bright and airy with a lovely Nordic vibe. Cabins are<br />
cosy and modern (please note the cabin sizes below).<br />
We think you‘ll spend most of your time beyond your<br />
cabin on a ship designed to bring the outside in. Take in<br />
panoramic views from the revamped Explorer Lounge &<br />
Bar, gym, sauna and hot tubs. Dine al fresco at the topdeck<br />
BBQ and savour local flavours in our signature<br />
onboard restaurants. Embarking on MS Fram, you’ll<br />
quickly feel safe and relaxed. Surrounding you with<br />
quality, natural materials and plenty of light and space,<br />
your expedition ship is reassuring, comfortable and built<br />
for adventure.<br />
Hurtigruten are a Norwegian company with close to 130<br />
years of experience taking explorers to pristine and<br />
remote places.<br />
Arctic Superior Outside U2 (8-13m2)<br />
Included in Your Tour Cost<br />
Home pick up and return within the Auckland<br />
Metropolitan area (if applicable)<br />
Travelwise Holidays Tour leader throughout.<br />
LATAM Airlines flights Auckland-Santiago-Auckland.<br />
Domestic flights Santiago-Punta Arenas-Santiago.<br />
Sightseeing in Santiago.<br />
22-night Expedition Cruise exploring the Falkland<br />
Islands, South Georgia and Antarctica on MS FRAM<br />
On the Cruise -<br />
Breakfast, lunch & dinner, house beer and wine,<br />
sodas, and mineral water are included (for all<br />
meals in the Restaurants). Coffee, tea, and purified<br />
water is included throughout the day.<br />
Complimentary Wi-Fi on board & reusable water<br />
bottle.<br />
Expedition Team who organise and guide activities,<br />
In-depth lectures and discussions hosted by<br />
experts on the Expedition Team.<br />
Full use of the Science Center, small library, and<br />
advanced biological and geological equipment<br />
An onboard professional photographer will give<br />
tips<br />
Hot tubs, a sauna with a view, and a gym<br />
Escorted landings with small boats (RIBs). Loan of<br />
boots, trekking poles, and all equipment needed for<br />
the activities. Complimentary wind and waterresistant<br />
expedition jacket. Expedition<br />
photographers will be on hand to assist you.<br />
All planned activities are subject to weather and<br />
ice conditions. Excursions and activities are subject<br />
to change. Please make sure you meet entry and<br />
boarding requirements. Optional shore excursions<br />
are not included<br />
Travelwise Holidays documentation and travel bag<br />
Cabin Upgrade<br />
Share Twin per person<br />
Arctic Superior F2 $35,899 (Single supplement on<br />
request)<br />
Arctic Superior Outside F2 (16-18m2)<br />
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Tour Itinerary<br />
Embark on the journey of a lifetime aboard the luxurious<br />
Crown Princess and immerse yourself in the enchanting<br />
allure of Asia and the breathtaking landscapes of<br />
Australia. This unforgettable cruise promises a perfect<br />
blend of adventure and cultural richness. Cruise through<br />
the stunning landscapes of Australia. Explore the vibrant<br />
tapestry of Asia as you visit bustling cities, serene<br />
temples, and exotic markets.<br />
Day Date Time Activity<br />
MON<br />
Port of Call<br />
Auckland<br />
TUE-THU Day 23-25 Date Sep Time Activity Cruise Port of Call<br />
FRI 26 Sep 6.00 AM-6.00 PM Arrive-Depart Sydney<br />
SAT Day 27 Date Sep<br />
Time Activity Cruise Port of Call<br />
SUN<br />
MON<br />
TUE<br />
WED-SAT<br />
SUN<br />
MON-TUE<br />
WED<br />
THU-SAT<br />
SUN<br />
MON<br />
TUE<br />
22 Sep 10.00 PM Depart<br />
28 Sep<br />
29 Sep<br />
30 Sep<br />
01-04 Oct<br />
05 Oct<br />
06-07 Oct<br />
08 Oct<br />
09-11 Oct<br />
12 Oct<br />
13 Oct<br />
14 Oct<br />
8.00 AM-5.00 PM<br />
7.00 AM-6.00 PM<br />
7.00 AM-6.00 PM<br />
7.00 AM-6.00 PM<br />
8.00 AM-5.00 PM<br />
Arrive-Depart<br />
Cruise<br />
Arrive-Depart<br />
Cruise<br />
Arrive-Depart<br />
Cruise<br />
Arrive-Depart<br />
Cruise<br />
Arrive-Depart<br />
Brisbane<br />
Airlie Beach<br />
Darwin<br />
Lombok<br />
Penang<br />
7.00 AM-6.00 PM Arrive-Depart Kuala Lumpur<br />
7.00 AM Arrive Singapore<br />
TUE 14 OCT - ARRIVE SINGAPORE B,L,D<br />
Arrive Singapore at 7.00am. Enjoy a city tour, admiring<br />
the key sites including. Stay 5 Star Pullman Hotel Orchard<br />
(3 nights).<br />
WED 15 OCT - SINGAPORE B<br />
Cruise on the Singapore Bumboat, visit ‘Gardens by the<br />
Bay’ and Raffles Hotel for a Singapore Sling cocktail.<br />
Freedom dining tonight.<br />
THU 16 OCT - SINGAPORE B,D<br />
A day at leisure for you to soak up Singapore. Later we<br />
head out for a farewell dinner.<br />
FRID 17 OCT - SINGAPORE/AUCKLAND B<br />
Free time and hotel check out at 2pm. Depart Singapore<br />
on Air New Zealand flight NZ283 at 6.40pm.<br />
SAT 18 OCT - AUCKLAND<br />
Arrive Auckland at 9.15am.<br />
Included<br />
Home pick up and return within the Auckland<br />
Metropolitan area (if applicable)<br />
Travelwise Holidays Tour leader throughout.<br />
22-day Cruise on Crown Princess departing from<br />
Auckland. (Ship Refurbished 2018)<br />
Included on the Cruise - Share twin bedded Interior<br />
stateroom with private facilities (upgrades to<br />
outside/balcony cabins are available on request). All<br />
meals onboard including 24 hour room service.<br />
Coffee, tea, milk, juice and non-bottled water<br />
Onboard entertainment including shows, discos,<br />
comedy clubs, bars, lounges, etc. Use of all fitness<br />
facilities, pools, hot tubs etc. Exciting activities.<br />
3 nights in Singapore with included sightseeing.<br />
Air New Zealand flight Singapore-Auckland.<br />
Travelwise Holidays documentation and travel bag<br />
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MON 22 SEP – DEPART AUCKLAND D<br />
Depart Auckland at 10pm.<br />
TUE 23/THU 25 SEP – CRUISING B,L,D<br />
FRI 26 SEP – SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA B,L,D<br />
Arrive Sydney at 6.00am. Depart at 4.00pm. As your ship<br />
passes Harbour Heads, you see the shimmering skyline<br />
of Sydney - hailed by many seafarers as "the most<br />
beautiful harbours in the world." Two prominent<br />
landmarks, Harbour Bridge and the sail-like curves of<br />
the Sydney Opera House, grace the backdrop of this<br />
picturesque harbour. There is a wealth of adventure<br />
waiting in Sydney.<br />
SAT 27 SEP – CRUISING B,L,D<br />
SUN 28 SEP – BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA B,D<br />
Arrive Brisbane at 8.00am. Depart at 5.00pm.The nation's<br />
third-largest metropolis lying on the banks of the<br />
meandering Brisbane River, this cosmopolitan city<br />
boasts elegant 19th-century sandstone buildings, a<br />
lively cultural scene and superb parklands. Brisbane is<br />
also your gateway to uniquely Australian adventures.<br />
MON 29 SEP – CRUISING B,L,D<br />
MON 30 SEP – AIRLIE BEACH, AUSTRALIA<br />
Arrive Airlie Beach at 7.00am. Depart at 6.00pm. Airlie<br />
Beach is the gateway to the Whitsunday Archipelago.<br />
These 74 islands feature pristine fringing reefs, calm,<br />
lagoon-like waters, and superb beaches. The<br />
archipelago is one of Australia's premier playgrounds.<br />
The Whitsundays were once mountains. Rising seas at<br />
the end of the Ice Age formed the Whitsunday Passage<br />
between the islands and the mainland.<br />
WED 01/SAT 04 OCT CRUISING B,L,D<br />
SUN 05 OCT - DARWIN, AUSTRALIA B,L,D.<br />
Arrive Darwin, the Top-End, at 7.00am. Depart at 6.00pm.<br />
Closer to Indonesia than to any other Australian city,<br />
Darwin is the capital of the "Top End" - the remote, vast<br />
Northern Territory. Home to more than half of the<br />
territory's population, the city reflects the rugged<br />
endurance and individualism required to survive the<br />
Outback. Darwin also boasts a colourful history to add<br />
to that heritage. During World War II the Japanese<br />
bombed the city and threatened invasion. In 1974,<br />
Cyclone Tracy cut a destructive swath through the<br />
region.<br />
MON 06 - TUE 07 OCT CRUISING B,L,D<br />
At sea.<br />
WED 08 OCT - LOMBOK, INDONESIA B,L,D<br />
Arrive at idyllic Lombok at 7.00am. Depart at 6.00pm. The<br />
crystalline waters of the Lombok Strait separate the<br />
island of Lombok from its neighbor Bali. Lombok is<br />
renowned for its traditional craft villages. The island<br />
also possesses great natural beauty, from the dramatic<br />
rice terraces and plantations of the south to the tropical<br />
rain and cloud forests of the north. Lombok is home to<br />
Mt. Rinjani, Indonesia's second highest peak, a<br />
magnificent volcano soaring over 12,000 feet above sea<br />
level. The Lombok Strait is part of the Wallace Line - a<br />
major eco-geographical boundary separating the flora<br />
and fauna of East Indonesia and Australia from West<br />
Indonesia. Many species found on Lombok, for example,<br />
are not found on neighboring Bali, just 20 miles away<br />
across the strait.<br />
THU 09/SAT 11 OCT - CRUISING B,L,D<br />
SUN 12 OCT - PENANG MALAYSIA B,L,D<br />
Arrive Penang Island on the NW coast of the Malaysian<br />
Peninsula at 8.00am. Depart at 5.00pm. In 1786 Francis<br />
Light persuaded the Sultan of Kedah to cede Pulau<br />
Pinang - the "Isle of Betel nut" - to the English crown.<br />
Legend has it that Light persuaded his men to clear the<br />
overgrown island of Penang by firing a cannon filled<br />
with gold coins into the jungle as an incentive. The<br />
island was renamed Prince of Wales Island, and its<br />
major town was christened Georgetown after King<br />
George III. Penang quickly became a major trading port<br />
for tea, spices, china and cloth. Here European,<br />
Malaysian, Hindu, Arabic and Chinese cultures met,<br />
melded and flourished. Today George Town is a<br />
cosmopolitan city that has preserved its unique<br />
heritage and its exotic blend of cultures.George Town is<br />
perhaps the best-preserved city in Southeast Asia. It<br />
boasts a European-style esplanade and a wealth of<br />
temples, mosques and Chinese clan houses. Listed as a<br />
UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site in 2008, this virgin<br />
paradise has no shortage of cultural sights and natural<br />
scenery.<br />
MON 13 OCT - KUALA LUMPUR MALAYSIA B,L,D<br />
Arrive Port Klang and venture into Kuala Lumpur the<br />
nation's capital city at 7.00am. Depart at 6.00pm. From a<br />
lawless huddle of kampongs in the trackless jungle,<br />
Kuala Lumpur, the capital city has grown into a<br />
fascinating metropolis. Steel and glass towers stand<br />
side by side with graceful stone colonial buildings and<br />
mosques adorned with slender minarets. The<br />
commercial, financial, economic and cultural heart of<br />
Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur (better known as KL), is a<br />
melting pot. Its population of 1.6 million is comprised of<br />
Malays, Chinese, Indians, and a mix of different cultures<br />
including Eurasians and others. Kuala Lumpur is located<br />
at the confluence of the Klang and Gombak Rivers. The<br />
city was founded in the 1850s as a tin mining outpost.<br />
TUE 14 OCT - ARRIVE SINGAPORE B,L,D<br />
Arrive Singapore at 7.00am. Transfer from the ship and<br />
enjoy a city tour, admiring Little India, The Merlion, a<br />
national icon, the Financial District, Chinatown, one of<br />
the oldest and most picturesque Hindu Temples and the<br />
Singapore Botanic Gardens, the ‘green lung’ of<br />
Singapore.Stay 5 Star Pullman Hotel Orchard for 3 nights.<br />
WED 15 OCT SINGAPORE B<br />
Head down to Clark Quay and experience the Singapore<br />
Bumboat and take in Clarke Quay and Marina Bay.<br />
Another perspective of Singapore. Hang around Clarke<br />
quay for lunch (Own Expense). This afternoon we visit<br />
‘Gardens by the Bay’ and then we hit Raffles Hotel for a<br />
Singapore Sling. Freedom dining tonight.<br />
THU 16 OCT SINGAPORE B,D<br />
A day at leisure for you to soak up Singapore. Later we<br />
head out for a farewell dinner.<br />
FRID 17 OCT SINGAPORE/AUCKLAND B<br />
Free time this morning with a check out time of 2pm from<br />
the hotel. Transfer to the airport for your flight. Depart<br />
Singapore on Air NZ NZ283 at 6.40pm<br />
SAT 18 OCT AUCKLAND<br />
Arrive Auckland at 9.15am.<br />
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MON 18 NOV - AUCKLAND/QUEENSTOWN L<br />
Depart Auckland on Air NZ 635 at 9.20am. Arrive in<br />
Queenstown 11.15am. Transfer to world-class Bistro<br />
Amisfield Winery adjacent to Lake Hayes. Savour a<br />
“Lunch with Vaughan Mabee” Tasting menu with<br />
matching wines.<br />
Afterwards, drive into Queenstown to your hotel and<br />
freedom evening tonight in the centre of Queenstown.<br />
Stay 2 nights at the 5-Star QT Hotel Queenstown.<br />
TUE 19 NOV - QUEENSTOWN B,D<br />
Take the scenic route hugging Lake Wakatipu, South<br />
towards Glenorchy and arrive at the stunning gardens<br />
at Little Paradise. There are thousands of flowers<br />
planted all over the beautiful 5-acre garden. including<br />
about 3,000 roses and thousands of lilies, some of<br />
which stand over 4 metres tall- also Poppies and many<br />
other varieties of flowers. It sits exactly on the 45th<br />
parallel South, meaning it is the same distance from<br />
here to the Equator and the South Pole! Afterwards a<br />
drive up Coronet Peak for outstanding views and then<br />
a guided tour of picturesque gold mining town of<br />
Arrowtown. Afterwards dinner at the exclusive Aosta<br />
Italian Restaurant owned by celebrated chef Ben<br />
Bayly. Savour an unforgettable Italian culinary journey.<br />
WED 20 NOV - QUEENSTOWN/FRANZ JOSEF B,L,D<br />
Depart Queenstown and head to Wanaka for a visit.<br />
Then off to the wild West Coast and a Jurrasic Parklike<br />
drive to remote Jackson Bay, where the rare<br />
Fiordland Crested Penguins and dolphins are often<br />
sighted, as well as the odd deer wandering down the<br />
road. A casual but scrumptious lunch here - feasting<br />
on Blue Cod fish, Crayfish and Whitebait. After lunch<br />
drive North to your luxurious eco-designed Forest<br />
Retreat An outstanding experience that is close to<br />
nature but far from ordinary.<br />
Stay 2 nights at the 5-Star Te Waonui Forest Retreat.<br />
THU 21 NOV - FRANZ JOSEF B,D<br />
A day to relax in the Retreat or take an optional<br />
excursion to explore further - a helicopter ride with<br />
exceptional views of the alpine landscapes.<br />
FRI 22 NOV - FRANZ JOSEF/CHRISTCHURCH B,L<br />
Head up the rugged coast to Greymouth where you<br />
board the Tranzalpine train. Priority check-in and<br />
boarding for the exclusive Scenic Plus carriage. Included<br />
drinks and dining service with a regionally inspired food<br />
menu and a Paired drinks menu. Specialist table service<br />
and barista coffee service. Relax and enjoy the<br />
incredible views. Arrive in Christchurch and transfer to<br />
your boutique accommodation. 3 nights at the 5-Star The<br />
Mayfair Hotel.<br />
SAT 23 NOV - CHRISTCHURCH B,D<br />
Enjoy a Christchurch city tour with a stop for morning tea<br />
at The Sign of the Takahe, a unique heritage building<br />
halfway up Cashmere Hill. Carry on over the hill to<br />
Lyttleton for fantastic coastal views. The afternoon is<br />
free, maybe visit Quake City, Canterbury Museum's<br />
special exhibition, telling the stories of the earthquakes<br />
which rocked the region in 2010 and 2011.<br />
Dinner tonight on the historic Christchurch tram.<br />
SUN 24 NOV - CHRISTCHURCH B,L,D<br />
Take a guided day trip to gorgeous Akaroa. Visit the<br />
eclectic house & gardens of The Giant’s House - noted for<br />
its many whimsical mosaic sculptures. A cafe style lunch<br />
here. This evening a Farewell Dinner - Fine Dining at Inati<br />
restaurant - 6 courses with wine matching.<br />
MON 25 NOV - CHRISTCHURCH/AUCKLAND B<br />
Transfer to Christchurch airport for your Air NZ flight<br />
NZ538 departing at 11am and arriving back into Auckland<br />
12.25pm.<br />
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