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Northern Roundup
(Tour Code : T9A)
Down the North Island in 4 days, including Waitomo Caves, Rotorua and Wellington, then back on the train ...
Details
Reporting time 7.45 am. Departs from Sky City Coach Terminal at 8.15 am EVERY DAY !
Day 1: Auckland - Waitomo - Rotorua
The Bombay Hills signal the end of sprawling Auckland city as the lush Waikato pasture
lands take you past Hamilton and on to Waitomo caves. Enjoy a subterranean boat ride under
an eerie canopy of glow worm lights. On across the Waikato and Mamaku Hills to fiery
Rotorua. We recommend you attend a delicious Maori hangi (feast) and concert tonight
(optional). Stay 2 nights in Rotorua
Day 2: At Rotorua
The half day sightseeing tour is included - see roaring geysers, boiling mud and steaming
pools at the thermal area, tame trout and Kiwi at the springs and performing sheep and
dogs at the Agrodome. This afternoon is free - there are many activities to attract you -
such as bathing in the thermal waters. For a small additional cost you could stay on a
farm tonight. Overnight in Rotorua Day 3: Rotorua - Wellington
Day 3: Rotorua - Wellington
Drive south through exotic pine forests, past Wairakei's permanent cover of steam, to Lake
Taupo. The majestic snow covered peaks of Tongariro, Ngaruahoe and Ruapehu mountains line
your journey over the Desert Road plateau. After Waiouru, drop down through the steep
valleys of the Rangitikei district then the fertile plains of the Manawatu river. Coastal
villages, orchards and rocky seascapes bring you to Wellington at 4.10 pm. We have
included an evening tour of some of the Capital's highlights - the unusual parliament
buildings 'The Beehive', a cable car ride through the Botanic Gardens and some spectacular
harbour and city views. Overnight in Wellington
Day 4: Wellington - Auckland
Through the tunnels, around the rocky seascapes and across the rich horticultural and
dairy country to Palmerston North and Fielding. The OVERLANDER train climbs up to the
central volcanic plateau, around the foot of Mt Ruapehu and then descends the Raurimu
Spiral to the King Country. Through the towns of Te Awamutu and Hamilton in the Waikato
Valley then follow the river north to Auckland City by 7.35 pm.
Tour Costs
| Cost Per Person | Share Twin | Single | Triple | Breakfast option |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze | $929.00 | $1,209.00 | $899.00 | $81.00 |
| Silver | $1,079.00 | $1,469.00 | $1,049.00 | $96.00 |
| Gold | $1,179.00 | $1,619.00 | $1,119.00 | $108.00 |
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.
