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Mainland Express
(Tour Code : T4)
Auckland - Waitomo - Rotorua - Wellington - Picton - Christchurch - Mt Cook -
Queenstown - Milford Sound - Queenstown - Dunedin - Christchurch
9 Day Tour.
Details
Waitomo Caves tour - Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve - Paradise Vallet Trout Springs - Agrodome Farm Show - Interislander ferry cruise - TranzCoastal train - Milford Sound cruise - Skyline Gondola & Kiwi Magic Movie - Mt Cook National Park
DEPARTS: 8.15 am Daily
Reporting time at Sky City Coach Terminal 7.45 am.
DAY 1: Auckland - Waitomo - Rotorua
Travel south through lush Waikato farmland, past Hamilton, to Waitomo Caves for a boat
ride under a galaxy of glow-worms. Continue east to Rotorua, steeped in Maori culture and
history. We recommend you attend a Maori hangi (feast) and concert tonight.Stay 2 nights
in Rotorua.
DAY 2: At Rotorua
This morning – see roaring geysers and boiling mud pools at the thermal area, tame
trout at the springs and performing sheep and dogs at the Agrodome. Your afternoon is free
– there are many activities to enjoy.
DAY 3: Rotorua - Wellington
Drive south to Wairakei - wreathed by steam, then to Taupo. Skirt Lake Taupo, and cross
the volcanic landscape of the Desert Rd past the majestic peaks of Tongariro, Ngaruahoe
and Ruapehu. Continue across the fertile plains of the Manawatu and along the rugged
Kapiti coastline to Wellington. Overnight in Wellington
DAY 4: Wellington - Picton - Christchurch
Cross Cook Strait by ferry, to the Marlborough Sounds and Picton. The TranzCoastal train
skims the spectacular coastline between the Kaikoura Ranges and the Pacific. Continue
through North Canterbury sheep country to Christchurch. As you arrive in the evening,
consider adding an extra day in our most ‘English’ city. Overnight in
Christchurch.
DAY 5: Christchurch – Dunedin
Travel south across the Canterbury Plains through seaside Timaru, and historic Oamaru to
Dunedin – "the Edinburgh of the South". Arrive early afternoon.Overnight in
Dunedin.
DAY 6: Dunedin – Taieri Gorge – Queenstown
This morning is at your leisure for optional sightseeing. Board the Taieri Gorge train for
a journey through spectacular gorges and over historic viaducts to Pukerangi where you
join your coach for the remainder of the journey to Queenstown. Arrive in Queenstown in
the late evening and stay for 3 nights.
DAY 7: Queenstown – Milford Sound – Queenstown
An early start around the southern shores of Lake Wakatipu to Lake Te Anau, then into
Fiordland National Park. Pass through pristine beech forests and the Homer Tunnel to view
the majesty of Mitre Peak and Bowen Falls aboard a cruise on the Sound. Climb out of
Milford Sound to return to Queenstown by evening
DAY 8: At Queenstown
Today is free for you to enjoy this fabulous resort – we have included the Skyline
Gondola and the Kiwi Magic movie in your tour. There are dozens of optional activities
from thrilling jet boat rides to leisurely lake cruises, 4WD safaris and bungy
jumping
DAY 9 : Queenstown - Mt Cook - Christchurch
Through the Kawarau Gorge with it’s historic gold mines, then past the stone fruit
growing area of Cromwell to the Lindis Pass. Cross the spectacular Mackenzie Country
bounded by the Southern Alps to the glacial lakes and into the Mount Cook National Park.
Optional lunch at the Hermitage or perhaps a ski plane flight.Continue north through
Burkes Pass, Fairlie and Geraldine to Christchurch where your tour ends at 6.15pm
Tour Costs
| Cost Per Person | Share Twin | Single | Triple | Breakfast option |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze | $2,089.00 | $2,789.00 | $2,009.00 | $216.00 |
| Silver | $2,409.00 | $3,419.00 | $2,269.00 | $256.00 |
| Gold | $2,659.00 | $3,699.00 | $2,509.00 | $288.00 |
Farmstay Option
| Replace a night in Rotorua or Dunedin with a night in a rural environment. Enjoy dinner and breakfast with your host family and experience a country lifestyle. Triple share may not be available- on request only. (All prices in NZ Dollars) | |||
| Cost Per Person | Standard | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Share Twin | $70.00 | ||
Meeting and Departure Services
| For overseas visitors, our representative will meet you at the airport, take you to your pretour hotel, give you your tour documents and, next morning transfer you to your coach or train. (or visa versa on departure) Costs including accommodation. (All prices in NZ Dollars) | ||||||
| Cost Per Person | Bronze | Silver | Gold | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AUCKLAND |
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| Share Twin Single Triple |
$135.00 $270.00 $129.00 |
$149.00 $298.00 $139.00 |
$159.00 $318.00 $149.00 |
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WELLINGTON |
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| Share Twin Single Triple |
$129.00 $258.00 $119.00 |
$139.00 $278.00 $129.00 |
$169.00 $338.00 $159.00 |
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CHRISTCHURCH |
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| Share Twin Single Triple |
$105.00 $210.00 $99.00 |
$129.00 $258.00 $119.00 |
$164.00 $270.00 $129.00 |
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Additional nights available an any destination
Add an extra night at a competitive rate - To extend your tour, advise your consultant at the time of booking. Popular destinations for additional nights are Auckland, Christchurch, Glaciers, Wellington, Rotorua and Dunedin. We also recommend that travellers spend extra nights before and after a tour to explore the gateway cities, as each has its own unique attractions - just ask.
This tour also operates in reverse; ex Christchurch - Click Here
