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BAY OF ISLANDS, AUCKLAND
and ROTORUA - History and Culture
4 Days /3 Nights
Combine the history of Northland with the culture of Rotorua to experience
the best of both these places of interest.
Day 1 - AUCKLAND / BAY OF
ISLANDS
Travel north from Auckland along the beautiful Hibiscus Coast to the Bay of
Islands. The afternoon is at leisure to enjoy the many activities of the
area that was the stage for much of New Zealand's early history -settlement
by Polynesian adventurers, discovery by Captain Cook, the unruly whaling era
and then the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840 which cemented
European and Maori into nationhood.
Day 2 - BAY OF ISLANDS /
AUCKLAND
Board the luxury catamaran at the Paihia Maritime Wharf and cruise to Cape
Brett. This most popular cruise in the Bay of Islands will whisk you on a
comfortable journey out through game fishing waters to the Cape Brett
Lighthouse and the famous "Hole in the Rock". On the return journey time is
taken to meander through the islands. View sandy beaches, beautiful bays and
marine wildlife before an island stopover allowing you to enjoy a scenic
walk, swim or browse through the local souvenir shop. Upon return to Paihia
your coach will return you to downtown Auckland at approximately 9:15pm.
Day 3 - AUCKLAND / WAITOMO /
ROTORUA
Travel south over the Bombay Hills, following the Waikato River to Hamilton,
then on via Te Awamutu to Waitomo. Enjoy a buffet lunch before visiting the
Waitomo Caves. Tours to the caves include the magical boat-ride through the
Glow-worm Grotto. Continue on via Lake Karapiro to arrive in Rotorua. This
evening enjoy a Maori Hangi (feast) and concert.
Day 4 - ROTORUA/AUCKLAND
Rotorua is the centre of the geothermal region of New Zealand and is also
the main centre for Maori culture. Boiling mud, geysers and silica deposits
surrounding the lake attract visitors from all over the world. Enjoy a half
day thermal tour - visit Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, Rainbow Springs &
Farm Show and Lake Rotorua. The afternoon is at leisure before
boarding your coach which will return you to downtown Auckland at
approximately 8:15pm. (evening snack included).
Code
PPMT003
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Season |
Per
Person, Twin Share |
Standard |
Quality |
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High
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Room Only
Single Supplement |
$717.00
$182.00
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$758.00
$226.00
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| High
Season: |
Until 31 Dec 05 |
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Accommodation Categories:
(In the event the following accommodation is not available we reserve the
right to substitute accommodation of a similar standard.)
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Bay
of Islands |
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Standard: |
Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge |
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Quality: |
Paihia Pacific Resort |
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Auckland |
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Standard: |
The Airedale Hotel (standard rooms) |
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Quality: |
The Airedale
Hotel (superior) |
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Rotorua |
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Standard: |
Lake Plaza Hotel
(Standard) |
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Quality: |
Park Heritage |
Terms & Conditions
Costs
are per person, twin share, in New Zealand dollars including New Zealand Goods
& Services Tax (GST)
Includes:
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Accommodation per night - room
only
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Air conditioned seat in coach travel throughout.
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Sightseeing entrance fees as specified
in itinerary
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Meals as specified in itinerary
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New Zealand Goods and Services Tax (GST), currently 12.5%
Excludes:
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International or Domestic Airfares
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Any meals and sightseeing not specified in itinerary
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Optional attractions
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Items
of a purely personal nature
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Travel insurance
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New Zealand Departure Tax
Booking terms and conditions – deposits, amendments and cancellations
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