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Land of the Rings
(Tour Code : LOTR1)
Details
Waitomo Glowworm Caves -Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley -Paradise Valley Trout Springs -Agrodome Farm Show- Taupo Sightseeing- Hawkes Bay wine tour- Napier Art Deco tour- Interislander Ferry -Blenheim wine tour- Akaroa day tour- Taieri Gorge Train - Queenstown wine tour
DEPARTS: 8.15am Daily
Reports at Sky City Coach Terminal 7.45 am. Departs at 8.15 am EVERY DAY !
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. Overnight at
Rotorua..
Day 2: At Rotorua (Hobbiton)
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. This afternoon you
will be driven through the rolling countryside of South Waikato to visit the set of
‘Hobbiton’.
Day 3: Rotorua – Queenstown (Flight not included)
You will be transferred to Rotorua to met your flight to Queenstown (ask your consultant
to book an appropriate flight). If the weather is favourable ask for seats that will allow
you to view the central plateau volcanoes (Mt Doom) as you fly south above the volcanic
plateau. On arrival in Queenstown you will be taken to your hotel. The rest of the day is
free to enjoy the activities of this alpine resort, from thrilling jet boat rides to
leisurely lake cruises, 4WD safaris and bungy jumping. Stay 3 nights in Queenstown..
Day 4: 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.
Days 5: At Queenstown
This morning you will travel by 4WD vehicle to many of the sites used for the filming
of"Lord of the Rings’ these include: Lothlorien, Isengard, Ithilien Camp Amon
Hen. Afternoon at leisure or at an extra cost you can add an afternoon tour including:
Ford of Bruinen, Misty Mountains, Pillars of the Kings, Road to Mordor.
Day 6: Queenstown – Mt Cook – Christchurch
Travel north through the Lindis Pass to the McKenzie Country. Here you will see the
spectacular country used to portray the Pelennor Fields, Misty Mountains, and the
foothills of the White Mountains. Continue to Mt Cook where you can enjoy an 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 | $1,659.00 | $2,149.00 | $1,609.00 | $135.00 |
| Silver | $1,819.00 | $2,329.00 | $1,749.00 | $160.00 |
| Gold | $1,949.00 | $2,629.00 | $1,829.00 | $180.00 |
This tour also operates in reverse; ex Christchurch - Click here
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.
