Bookmark and Share

8 Day Low Cost - Northern Highlights

enquiries button Return Button

Northern Highlights
Spectacular sightseeing experiences
– Visit Te Papa, New Zealand’s National Museum
– Tour the sights of Wellington
– See beautiful Lake Taupo
– View mighty Huka Falls
– See boiling mud pools and geysers
– Agrodome Sheep Show
– Enjoy a Hangi Feast and Concert
– Discover the Glow Worm Grotto at Waitomo Caves
– See the sights of Auckland
– Cruise to Cape Brett and through the ‘Hole in the Rock’
– Cruise to Cape Brett and through the ‘Hole in the Rock’
– Enjoy a full day at leisure in the Bay of Islands
– See beautiful Lake Taupo
– Tour the Waitangi Treaty Reserve
– Walk amongst the mighty Kauri trees at the Parry Kauri Park
[IM] – INCLUDED Maori Cultural Experience
[OM] – OPTIONAL Maori Cultural Experience
Premium holiday inclusions
Transportation
– Tour by luxury air-conditioned coach with 2-door access, restroom, seatbelts, reclining seats, panoramic windows
Professionally Escorted
– Tour with an experienced, professional Tour Director and Tour Driver
Dining Inclusions
– Full Buffet Breakfasts (7) B
– Exciting Highlight Dinner (1) HD
– Hotel Dinners YOUR CHOICE (3) YCD
Accommodation
– Twin share rooms with private facilities in centrally located hotels
Plus
– Welcome Drink
– All purpose travel wallet and map
– Airport transfers Day 1 – flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm; Day 8 – flights to depart anytime
– Hotel porterage included
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Wellington
On arrival in Wellington you will be transferred to your hotel. Enjoy a sightseeing tour around Wellington with views from Mt. Victoria. There will be free time to explore the Parliament buildings and The Beehive, home to New Zealand’s politicians. [IM] Visit Te Papa, New Zealand’s National Museum. Tonight enjoy a Welcome Drink and dinner with your Tour Director and fellow travelling companions.
Hotel: Mercure Willis Street, Wellington. YCD


Day 2: Wellingotn - Rotorua
We travel North past the Kapiti Coast to the rich dairy farming lands of the Manawatu. Enjoy views of the alpine scenery of Mt. Ruapehu and Tongariro National Park. Later travel along the shore of Lake Taupo, the largest lake in New Zealand. Stop to view mighty Huka Falls then continue to Rotorua for a sightseeing tour. [IM] Enjoy an entertaining evening and gain an insight into traditional Maori culture, including a delicious buffet dinner.
Hotel: Hotel Ibis, Rotorua, 2 nights. B - HD


Day 3: Rotorua
Visit the Agrodome Sheep Show then the afternoon is yours. You have the opportunity to visit Paradise Valley
Springs or [OM] Te Puia where you can join a guided tour of the Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve accompanied by a local Maori guide. [OM] Tonight you also have the opportunity to experience a special evening of entertainment presenting The Realm of T–ane, an extraordinary journey through Maori culture, mythology and our story of creation. B

Day 4: Waltomo Caves - Auckland
This morning travel through lush Waikato farmland to Waitomo Caves. We’ll see the amazing underground Glow Worm Grotto by boat and walk the Limestone caves. Later we follow the Waikato River, New Zealand’s longest river into Auckland. Enjoy views from Mt. Eden before continuing to your hotel.
Hotel: Mercure Hotel, Auckland. B - YCD


Day 5: Auckland - Bay of Islands
Over the Auckland Harbour Bridge, through Orewa and the gorgeously scenic Hibiscus Coast. Walk amongst Kauri trees at Parry Kauri Park. We have time to explore Whangarei, the northern-most city in New Zealand then it’s off to the beautiful Bay of Islands. We’ll visit the historic Waitangi Treaty Reserve, where New Zealand’s founding document was signed. You’ll have time on your own
to take in highlights such as the magnificent Maori War Canoe (Waka) and Marae (Meeting House).
Hotel: Copthorne Hotel & Resort (Garden View), Bay of Islands, 2 nights. B - YCD


Day 6: Bay of Islands 'Free Tome'
You have a free day to experience the beauty of the Bay of Islands. Perhaps go dolphin watching, take a coach trip to Cape Reinga, via idyllic Ninety Mile Beach or a day of sailing or even a guided sea-kayaking trip. Ask your Tour Director about optional activities. Tonight is at leisure – why not dine at a local restaurant? B


Day 7: Auckland
This morning [IM] take a scenic cruise through game fishing waters to Cape Brett and, weather permitting, through the famous ‘Hole in the Rock’ formation. The return cruise to Paihia meanders through picturesque islands – see deserted sandy beaches and secluded bays and keep your eyes peeled for the marine life. This afternoon enjoy the lush farmland scenery as you return to Auckland.
Hotel: Mercure Hotel, Auckland. B


Day 8: Depart Auckland
Time at leisure until your Auckland Airport transfer for your onward flight. B
Northern Highlights

8 days, Priced from $1520
Low Cost Escorted, Departs from Wellington, finishes at Auckland
Tour code HWBA

Tour Dates
Departs on
Returns on
2009
$1570
14 Oct
21 Oct
21 Oct
28 Oct
28 Oct
04 Nov
04 Nov
11 Nov
11 Nov
18 Nov
18 Nov
25 Nov
25 Nov
02 Dec
02 Dec
09 Dec
16 Dec
23 Dec
23 Dec
30 Dec
30 Dec
06 Jan
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Departs on
Returns on
2010
$1570
06 Jan
13 Jan
13 Jan
20 Jan
20 Jan
27 Jan
27 Jan
03 Feb
30 Jan
06 Feb
03 Feb
10 Feb
10 Feb
17 Feb
13 Feb
20 Feb
17 Feb
24 Feb
20 Feb
27 Feb
24 Feb
03 Mar
27 Feb
06 Mar
03 Mar
10 Mar
06 Mar
13 Mar
10 Mar
17 Mar
13 Mar
20 Mar
17 Mar
24 Mar
20 Mar
27 Mar
24 Mar
31 Mar
27 Mar
03 Apr
31 Mar
07 Apr
03 Apr
10 Apr
07 Apr
14 Apr
10 Apr
17 Apr
28 Apr
05 May
$1520
05 May
12 May
26 May
02 Jun
02 Jun
09 Jun
07 Jul
14 Jul
04 Aug
11 Aug
01 Sep
08 Sep
15 Sep
22 Sep
22 Sep
29 Sep
29 Sep
06 Oct
$1635
13 Oct
20 Oct
20 Oct
27 Oct
27 Oct
03 Nov
03 Nov
10 Nov
10 Nov
17 Nov
17 Nov
24 Nov
24 Nov
01 Dec
01 Dec
08 Dec
15 Dec
22 Dec
22 Dec
29 Dec
29 Dec
05 Jan
Red shaded dates are Guaranteed Departures
Prices AUD Land Content Only
Single Supplement (May - Sep) $455
Single Supplement (Oct - Apr) $475
Child 15 years and under Save $315
King Club Save $80
Triple Share Save $80
Friendly Fours Save $80
Concession Card Holders Save $45
 
Note: Itinerary & departure dates may change from 01/10/10. Price is guaranteed upon payment of deposit.
 
YOUR CHOICE
YCD - Without Hotel Dinners - Save $90.

Hotel Dinners –YOUR CHOICE.
Its YOUR CHOICE whether you have hotel dinners included in your holiday or, if you prefer arranging your own evening meals, then just deduct the saving amount shown in the price box of your holiday itinerary.
Included meals are indicated on each itinerary.

B
D
HD
YCD
Breakfast
Dinner
Highlight Dinner
Hotel Dinners your choice

enquiries button Return Button

Millennium Group Heritage Hotels Grand Hotels International Scenic Circle Touch of Spice Nomads New Zealand Backpackers & Flashpackers