5 Day Small Group - National Parks Escape
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| Spend time in the natural wonder of New Zealand’s National Parks to experience the beauty of some of world’s best-kept secrets. Browse for local arts & crafts in Nelson. Relax in the natural thermal pools in Hanmer Springs. Enjoy the rugged beauty of the Punakaiki Rocks, where we stay in our exclusive eco-friendly hotel, right on the beachfront. | ||
| Day 1: Christchurch – Punakaiki We depart Christchurch and journey over the Southern Alps through the scenic Lewis Pass. Continue to Greymouth, the largest town on the West Coast. This afternoon we travel along the picturesque coast road to Punakaiki. Visit the fascinating Pancake Rocks and Blowholes before overnighting at our exclusive eco-friendly hotel right on the waterfront at Punakaiki. Enjoy a welcome drink and scrumptious dinner tonight with your Driver/Guide and fellow travellers, to the sounds of the thundering surf at your doorstep. Hotel: Punakaiki Rocks Hotel, Punakaiki. Day 2: Nelson Today we soak up the scenic wilderness of the Heritage Highway driving through the impressive Buller Gorge. Enjoy time at leisure in the surrounds of the Buller River and the Kahurangi National Park before arriving in Nelson. This afternoon we visit the World of Wearable Arts and Collectable Cars before checking into our hotel. Hotel: Trailways Inn, Nelson, 2 nights. Day 3: Nelson ‘Free Time’ You have the opportunity to journey to the top of the South Island and enjoy a relaxing cruise on Golden Bay in the Abel Tasman National Park. Perhaps take a scenic flight over the area or join one of the many Arts & Crafts tours in the region. Relax at your hotel or visit Höglund International Glass Centre – the choice is yours! |
Day 4: Hanmer Springs This morning we travel through the Richmond Forest Park to Blenheim, the sunniest city in New Zealand! There is an opportunity this morning to visit the Montana Winery for a guided tour or to simply relax amongst the grapes. Continue down the East Coast to Kaikoura where you will have time to explore a Seal Colony or take a Whale Watching flight before following the Seaward Kaikoura Range to our unique Alpine Village of Hanmer Springs. The rest of the day is free to unwind in one of the many thermal hot pools or maybe try a relaxing massage. Hotel: Heritage Hotel, Hanmer Springs. Day 5: Depart Christchurch We leave Hanmer Springs late this morning and continue over the Canterbury Plains to the Garden City of Christchurch for a City Sights tour. This afternoon you will be transferred to Christchurch Airport for your onward flight. |
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5 days, Priced from $1120 |
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| Prices AUD | Land Content Only | ||||||
| Single Supplement (May - Sep) | $310 | ||||||
| Single Supplement (Oct - Apr) | $375 | ||||||
| Child 15 years and under | Save | $245 | |||||
| Triple Share | Save | $60 | |||||
| Friendly Fours | Save | $60 | |||||
| Concession Card Holders | Save | $25 | |||||
| Note: Itinerary & departure dates may change from 31/12/10. Price is guaranteed upon payment of deposit. | |||||||
