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2008/2009

This isThis isNew ZealandNew Zealand

Diverse product selection

Special itinerary inclusions

Lodge & Boutique options

Great value for money holidays

Guaranteed daily departures

Personalised service

Featuring Seat-in-Coach and Organised Self-Drive Holidays

Welcome to New Zealand

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New Zealand is a traveller’s paradise, with breathtaking snow-capped mountains, beautiful white sandy subtropical beaches, thermal geysers, bustling cosmopolitan cities and remote rural areas of unsurpassed beauty. Combine this with the friendly people, a unique culture and an unlimited range of activities and you understand why New Zealand is such an exciting place to visit. This diversity that New Zealand offers, is all contained within a relatively small geographic area - allowing you to experience so much in one memorable New Zealand holiday.

UTC New ZealandUTC New Zealand is a division of ATS Pacifi c New Zealand. We have been in operation since 1979, giving us many years of experience and knowledge. We apply this expert knowledge to ensure that you get the best value and holiday experience that New Zealand has to offer. The team at UTC is passionate about New Zealand and committed to arrange the best possible New Zealand holidays at the best price. We offer independent and group touring, all of our itineraries can be individually tailored to suit your requirements.

When You ArriveIf you select to travel by seat-in-coach, you will be met by one of our experienced representatives who will greet you and escort you to your hotel. This representative will have all your necessary accommodation vouchers, sightseeing maps and information about your New Zealand touring holiday. With all the holidays featured in this brochure a transfer back to the airport at the end of your journey is also included.

If you have chosen to travel by rental car, you will either be met or transferred by a representative of Thrifty Car Rental to their nearby offi ce. All of your travel documents and touring information will be waiting for you at your fi rst hotel stay.

UTC’s Special Value For You. As a valuable customer to UTC New Zealand you will receive a special discount booklet in your travel documents. This booklet will give you discounts to top attractions and activities throughout New Zealand, saving you time and money along the way!

Photo: Tourism New Zealand

Photo: Darryl Torckler

Photo: Chris McLennan

Photo: Fay Looney

Photo: Holger Leve

Contents

Welcome to our 2008/09 edition of ‘This is New Zealand’ brochure. This brochure offers a wide range of options and New Zealand experiences. You will fi nd popular and well known itineraries where you can choose to travel either on a seat-in-coach basis or by rental car. We have also included some self-drive itineraries staying at Unique and Boutique properties; a Honeymoon itinerary; a self drive staying at apartments for Friends and Families travelling together; and packages staying at New Zealand’s most luxury lodges. Explore the many wonderful ways there are to experience New Zealand, an exciting and diverse country just waiting for you to discover it...

5-25 New Zealand Your Way A selection of itineraries that can be enjoyed from the comfort of a

seat in a modern coach or by exploring in your own rental car. Look for the

to identify Seat-in-coach options or to identify

rental car.

26-27 Unique & Boutique Holidays A selection of itineraries featuring a range of boutique

accommodation, which have been specially selected for the unique, friendly and warm welcome they offer.

28-29 Honeymoon Holidays Romantic Once in a Lifetime Holidays.

30-31 Friends & Family Holidays An itinerary modelled for families or groups of friends travelling

together, staying at apartments.

32-33 Special Places Exciting packages staying at some of New Zealand’s most exclusive

luxury accommodation.

34 Golfi ng in New Zealand A selection from New Zealand’s top golf courses.

35 New Zealand City Stays A range of short stay city packages that offer you a quick glimpse of

the city and what it has to offer.

36-37 Accommodation & Coach Flexi-Passes Options for coach Flexi-Pass and accommodation passes.

38 New Zealand Motorhomes Maui Motorhomes - a great way to see the country and have your

accommodation all in one.

39 Ski New Zealand A range of 3 day winter packages for a ski holiday or winter break in

the snow.

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Photo: Barbara Burry

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Wellington

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New Zealand Your Way

New Zealand Your Way provides a range of Self Drive and Seat-in-Coach touring modules that are tailored especially for the independent traveller in New Zealand. UTC New Zealand’s carefully designed itineraries feature two ranges of hotel accommodation, a choice of Standard and Superior categories, which have been selected because of convenience, service, and value for money. With each itinerary a traveller can choose to travel in a rental car on a Self Drive basis, or on daily tourist class coach services on a Seat-in-Coach basis. All services are pre-booked.

ItinerariesWe have carefully planned an array of special and unique New Zealand holidays. These holiday itineraries range from short stays in the North Island only, through to extensive programmes that include both the North and South Islands of New Zealand and that will see see you visit New Zealand’s top points of interest. You will fi nd the selection of New Zealand Your Way itineraries on page 7.

AccommodationWe have selected the best value accommodation, in two standards. On page 8 and 9 you will fi nd a summary of the Standard and Superior hotels included in your package options.

Seat in Coach Option

For the ultimate relaxation select a Seat-in-Coach tour which combines daily tourist class coach services, quality accommodation and popular sightseeing activities on Great Sights, Newmans and Intercity coaches. For transportation we use the best tourist class coaching, providing quality services at a reasonable price. All coaches have large panoramic windows, air conditioning and comfortable seating. Most of the coaches have a rest room, on coach video and twin doors allowing easier access to and from the coach for all passengers. Your coach driver/guides are experienced, friendly and willing to help during the touring day. Each day (on most sectors) they will provide an informative commentary en-route, and a complete luggage service. A foreign language commentary is also available (through headphones) on most touring routes (Japanese and Mandarin). As these modules are designed for individuals who prefer to travel independently without the structure of a group tour, it is important to note that you will travel with different drivers and passengers each day. The meeting of new friends, of many different nationalities, is one of the highlights of a New Zealand Your Way Seat-in-Coach tour.

Self Drive Option

For the ultimate fl exibility, select a Self-Drive tour, which combines a rental car, quality accommodation and popular sightseeing activities. You will fi nd driving through New Zealand a pleasure. The scenery is superb, the roads of a high standard and the people friendly and courteous. New Zealand’s roads are of a good quality, although sometimes narrow and winding. The majority of main roads are sealed and free of congestion. For your Self Drive tour, choose from a variety of vehicle categories to easily accommodate your travelling party and luggage needs (see page 6).


Photo: Arno Gasteigenz


Photo: Gareth Eyres


Photo: Rob Suisted

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Drive New Zealand with Thrifty Car Rental

We have selected Thrifty Car Rental for your New Zealand Your Way Self Drive journey.

In New Zealand, Thrifty Car Rental operates a network of 30 locations, including outlets at all major cities and major provincial locations. Every major New Zealand airport is serviced. Thrifty Car Rental also has depots in the ferry terminals at the Wellington and Picton so you don’t have the worry or the extra expense of taking your car on the Interislander Ferry.

Thrifty Car Rental operates high quality, late model vehicles, which are presented fully groomed for you on arrival. The Thrifty Car Rental fl eet is constantly being updated and all vehicles are regularly serviced and maintained to a high standard for your comfort and safety.

ConditionsRates include: Unlimited kilometres and Motor Vehicle Insurance (subject to Accident Damage Excess (ADE)). Rates are calculated on 24 hour period.

Rates exclude: Deposit – Thrifty will collect a deposit upon pick up of the vehicle to cover additional charges such as Accident Excess Reduction (AER), refuelling services and optional extras; a surcharge of NZ$28.13 as per pick up fee for all rental sectors commencing at an airport or ferry terminal; ferry pick up fee of NZD45 – available on a request basis only – and only applicable if collecting car outside the hours of 0800-1800. The fees must be paid direct to Thrifty.

Accident Damage Excess – ADE: Collectable in the event of accident of damage up to NZD2925.00 for vehicle classes ECMR – FWAR and NZD3375.00 fi r vehicle classes IFAR – XVAR. This amount can be reduced at the time of rental by purchasing Accident Excess.

Accident Excess Reduction -AER: Groups ECAR – FWAR – pay NZD21.38 per day to reduce the excess to NZD191.25. Groups IFAR-XVAR – pay NZD21.38 per day to reduce excess to NZD281.25.

Refunds & Cancellation Fees: In the event of a cancellation of unused rental period Thrifty Car Rental will not as a matter of course refund any unused portion. Any cancellations received within 48 hours of scheduled pick up or no shows will incur a cancellation fee equivalent to the fi rst day’s hire.

Rental minimum: 1 day

One Way Rental: 3 consecutive days any one pick up.

Multi-Island Hire: Minimum 3 consecutive days any one pick up in each island. A continuous hire rate is available if the second rental is collected within 72 hours, (clients must re-confi rm this with Thrifty upon collection of the fi rst car). There is no need to book your vehicle on the ferry as Thrifty has locations at the Wellington and Picton Ferry terminals. For interisland hires – to ensure that the next vehicle is available at the Ferry Terminal – Thrifty must be advised of the expected crossover date at the time of reservation. If this is not advised Thrifty will estimate a crossover date and clients must reconfi rm this with Thrifty upon collection of the car. Failure to advise Thrifty the crossover date may result in the customer’s vehicle not being available, especially during peak season.

License: a valid international or country of origin driver’s license is to be presented at the time of rental. Drivers must be 21 years of age or over. No maximum age limit applies. All drivers with a non-English language license must carry either an accurate offi cial translation of this license or an International Drivers permit while driving.

Locations: All rental cars, 4WD’s and minivans are available from all Thrifty locations subject to availability.

4 or 5 door, manual or automatic, air-con, radio with CD player, air bag(s), central locking

Car type A – Toyota Corolla (or similar)

Compact 1.6-1.8L - CCAR

4 door, automatic, dual air-con, radio with CD player, central locking, turbo diesel, LWB, luggage cage in rear

4 door, automatic, dual air-con, radio with CD player, central locking, turbo diesel, LWB, luggage cage in rear

Car type D Toyota Previa (or similar)

Luxury Van 2.4L - LVAR

4 or 5 door, automatic, air-con, radio with CD player, air bag(s), central locking

Car type B Mazda 6/Toyota Camry (or similar)

Intermediate 2.0-2.3L - ICAR

Car type D Toyota Hiace (or similar)

Minibus 2.5L - XVAR

5 door, 6 cylinder, automatic, air-con, radio with CD player, air bags, ABS brakes, central locking

Car type C Holden Commodore (or similar)

Full Size 3.8-4.0L - FCAR

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New Zealand Your Way

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Itineraries for the Independent TravellerNew Zealand Your Way is operated by one of New Zealand’s most experienced operators, UTC/ATS Pacifi c New Zealand, so you can rest assured you are in good hands. Here is the selection of New Zealand Your Way itineraries. With each itinerary you can choose to travel in a rental car or in a tourist class coach, and

you can choose to stay in either Standard or Superior hotel accommodation.

Northern Experience5 Days

Wonders of the South9 Days

Northern Circle7 Days

Beautiful Bay of Islands5 Days

Northern Highlights7 Days

Southern Experience6 Days

Southern Glaciers7 Days

Southern Fiords7 Days

Glacier Wonderland8 Days

South Island Discovery9 Days

Southern Delights5 Days

Southern Alpine6 Days

Memorable Train Journey9 Days

New Zealand Panorama11 Days

New Zealand Experience10 Days

New Zealand Highlights10 Days

New Zealand Delights8 Days

Amazing New Zealand18 Days

Romantic New Zealand12 Days

Simply the Best14 Days

New Zealand Melody11 Days

For full itinerary and tour highlights refer to page 10





















Hotel Selections

We have selected the best value accommodation, in two standards. Standard Hotels are mid-range, comfortable hotels, usually within a convenient distance to the town/city centre. Superior Hotels are usually located within a central town or city. They have good hotel facilities offering a high level of service and convenience. On this page you will fi nd a summary of the hotels included in your package options, so that you can familiarise yourself with what you can expect for your chosen class of accommodation.

Should any of the below hotels be unavailable, a revised tour price may be necessary.

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James Cook Grand Chancellor Hotel – Wellington

Superior

Millennium Hotel – Rotorua

Superior

Scenic Circle Te Pania Hotel – Napier

SuperiorStandard

West Plaza Hotel – Wellington

Standard

Scenic Circle Airedale Hotel – Auckland

Standard

Skycity Hotel – Auckland

Superior

Sudima Hotel Lake Rotorua

Standard

Kingsgate Autolodge Paihia – Bay of Islands

Standard

Copthorne Hotel & Resort Bay of Islands

Superior

STANDARD SUPERIORAuckland Scenic Circle Airedale Hotel Skycity HotelBay of Islands Kingsgate Autolodge Paihia Copthorne Hotel & Resort

Bay of IslandsRotorua Sudima Hotel Lake Rotorua Millennium HotelNapier Scenic Circle Te Pania Hotel Scenic Circle Te Pania HotelWellington West Plaza Hotel James Cook Grand Chancellor

HotelNelson Trailways Hotel Rutherford Hotel NelsonChristchurch Camelot Cathedral Square Hotel Copthorne Hotel Christchurch

CentralKaikoura White Morph Motor Inn White Morph Motor InnGreymouth Kingsgate Greymouth Kingsgate GreymouthWest Coast Glaciers Scenic Circle Glacier Country Hotel Scenic Circle Franz Josef Glacier

HotelWanaka Mount Aspiring Hotel Edgewater ResortQueenstown Aspen on Queenstown Copthorne Hotel & Resort

Queenstown LakefrontTe Anau Distinction Luxmore Hotel Distinction Te AnauDunedin Scenic Circle Dunedin City Hotel Scenic Circle Southern Cross HotelInvercargill Ascot Park Motel Ascot Park Hotel

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Copthorne Hotel & Resort Queenstown Lakefront

Scenic Circle Dunedin City Hotel

Scenic Circle Glacier Country Hotel – West Coast Glaciers

Edgewater Resort – Wanaka

Distinction Luxmore Hotel – Te Anau

Scenic Circle Southern Cross Hotel – Dunedin

Aspen on Queenstown

Distinction Te Anau

Ascot Park Hotel – Invercargill

Camelot Cathedral Square Hotel – Christchurch

Standard

Superior

Standard

Copthorne Hotel Christchurch Central

Superior

Superior

Standard

Superior

Scenic Circle Franz Josef Glacier Hotel – West Coast Glaciers

Standard

Standard

Standard

Standard

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Rutherford Hotel – Nelson

Superior

Kingsgate Greymouth

SuperiorStandard

White Morph Motor Inn – Kaikoura

SuperiorStandard

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Day 1 Arrive AucklandOn arrival at Auckland Airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel. (Self-drive passengers collect your rental car for your exclusive use until the end of the tour package).

Day 2 Auckland – Waitomo Caves – Rotorua (370 kms) (D) Enroute to Rotorua the highlight is a visit to the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves.

This experience is climaxed by drifting silently in a boat on the underground river under the milky way of millions of glow worms on the cavern roof above you. This evening, enjoy a night of truly authentic, traditional culture and entertainment. Join in a time of sharing and feasting to a selection of foods cooked the traditional Maori way on hot stones in an authentic earthen oven.

Day 3 RotoruaThe day is free for the many optional activities available in and around Rotorua. (Your UTC Sight Saver Voucher Booklet is full of exciting and interesting sightseeing options).

Day 4 Rotorua – Auckland (240 kms) (L)Today’s tour includes Te Puia and its Thermal Valley of roaring geysers, steaming rivers and boiling mud pools. Following this, you will travel to Rainbow Springs to view trout and other wildlife and the famous Agrodome Sheep Show. A ride on the Gondola up to Mt Ngongataha for a buffet lunch and for the more courageous ones, a ride on the “Luge” is included.

Day 5 Depart AucklandTransfer to the airport for your departure fl ight. (Self-drive passengers return your car directly at the airport).


Day 2 Auckland – Waitomo Caves – Rotorua (370 kms) (D)Enroute to Rotorua the highlight is a visit to the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves. This experience is climaxed by drifting silently in a boat on the underground river under the milky way of millions of glow worms on the cavern roof above you. This evening, enjoy a night of truly authentic, traditional culture and entertainment. Join in a time of sharing and feasting to a selection of foods cooked the traditional Maori way on hot stones in an authentic earthen oven.

Day 3 Rotorua (L)Today’s tour includes Te Puia and its Thermal Valley of roaring geysers, steaming rivers and boiling mud pools. Following this, you will travel to Rainbow Springs to view trout and other wildlife and the famous Agrodome Sheep Show. A ride on the Gondola up to Mt Ngongataha for a buffet lunch and for the more courageous ones, a ride on the “Luge” is included.

Day 4 Rotorua – Taupo – Napier (225 kms)This morning, travel south to Taupo, through the exotic pine forests and on to Napier, the fruit bowl of New Zealand. The rest of the day is free for optional activities in the Art Deco City of New Zealand.

Day 5 Napier – Wellington (323 kms)Morning at your leisure and time for optional sightseeing: you may like to enjoy a tour to some of the regions many wineries, a guided Art Deco walk through the city or a hot air balloon fl ight. This afternoon, depart Napier for your journey further south to New Zealand’s capital city, Wellington.

Day 6 WellingtonFull day at your leisure and time for optional sightseeing.

Day 7 Depart Wellington Transfer to the airport for your departure fl ight. (Self-drive passengers return your car directly at the airport).

Inclusions: • 4 nights accommodation • Maori Hangi and Concert • Entrance to Waitomo Caves, Te Puia, Rainbow Springs, Agrodome • Gondola and Luge rides with a buffet lunch at Skyline • UTC Sight Saver Voucher Booklet • Document wallet • 12.5% GST • All transfers and coach travel as per itinerary (seat-in-coach) • 4 days rental car with basic insurance, unlimited mileage and road

maps (self-drive)

Optional alternative: add one night in Auckland or Napier and reduce yourWellington stay by one night – no extra cost! Inclusions: • 6 nights accommodation

• Entrance to Waitomo Caves, Te Puia, Rainbow Springs, Agrodome • Gondola and Luge rides with a buffet lunch at Skyline • Maori Hangi Dinner and Concert • UTC Sight Saver Voucher Booklet • Document wallet • 12.5% GST • All transfers and coach travel as per itinerary (seat-in-coach) • 6 days rental car with basic insurance, unlimited mileage and road

maps (self-drive)

Seat-in-Coach Option Breakfast Option

NZ$ Sgl Twn TrpStandard 1293 877 827Superior 1433 953 892

Self-Drive Option NZ$ Car Type A NZ$ Car Type DPax Standard Superior Pax. Standard SuperiorNo. Sgl Twn Trp Sgl Twn Trp No. Sgl Twn Trp Sgl Twn Trp1 1209 1352 5 954 648 598 1097 724 6632 1018 711 1161 788 6 933 626 577 1076 702 6413 954 648 598 1097 724 664 7 918 611 562 1060 687 6264 922 616 566 1066 693 633 8 906 600 550 1049 676 615

NZ$ Car Type B NZ$ Car Type CPax Standard Superior Pax. Standard SuperiorNo. Sgl Twn Trp Sgl Twn Trp No. Sgl Twn Trp Sgl Twn Trp2 1030 723 1173 799 2 1092 785 1235 8613 962 655 606 1105 732 671 3 1003 697 648 1147 773 7124 928 622 572 1071 698 637 4 959 653 604 1102 729 6685 907 601 552 1051 677 617 5 933 626 577 1076 702 642





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Auckland Harbour Bridge

Rotorua mud pool, Te Puia

Day 1 Arrive AucklandOn arrival at Auckland Airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel.(Self-drive passengers collect your rental car for your exclusive use until the end of the tour package).

Day 2 Auckland – Bay of Islands (250 kms)This morning depart Auckland for your journey north to Paihia in the Bay of Islands. Travel over the Harbour Bridge and through the North Shore. On arrival in Paihia, enjoy a visit to the historic Waitangi Treaty House.

Day 3 Bay of IslandsIncluded in your package today is a Fullers Flexi Ticket that allows you to choose one of the following activities – The Cream Trip Cruise, Dolphin Adventures, Excitor “Hole in the Rock” Cape Brett Cruise or a Cape Reinga Wanderer 90 mile beach tour.

Day 4 Bay of Islands – Auckland (250 kms) This morning at your leisure – further exploring the beautiful Bay of Islands. You may like to take a mini tour to Russell. Later in the afternoon depart Paihia for your return journey to Auckland.




Day 3 Rotorua (L)Today’s tour includes Te Puia and its Thermal Valley of roaring geysers, steaming rivers and boiling mud pools. Following this, you will travel to Rainbow Springs to view trout and other wildlife and to the famous Agrodome Sheep Show. A ride on the Gondola up to Mt Ngongataha for a buffet lunch and for the more courageous ones, a ride on the “Luge” is included.

Day 4 Rotorua – Auckland – Bay of Islands (550 kms)We depart this morning to Auckland and travel north to the beautiful Bay of Islands. Upon arrival, the balance of the day is free at leisure. (Self-drive passengers are free to explore the many different places of interest in and around the bays).

Day 5 Excursion to Cape ReingaDepart by coach on your full day excursion to Cape Reinga. Travel along Ninety Mile Beach through the Te Paki Quicksand Stream to the tip of New Zealand - Cape Reinga. We return to Paihia early evening.

Day 6 Bay of Islands – Auckland (250 kms) This morning we recommend a mini tour to Russell before returning to Auckland.


Inclusions: • 4 nights accommodation • Admission to Waitangi Treaty house • Fullers Flexi Ticket (1 trip) • UTC Sight Saver Voucher Booklet • Document wallet • 12.5% GST • All transfers and coach travel as per itinerary (seat-in-coach) • 4 days rental car with basic insurance, unlimited mileage and road

maps (self-drive)

Inclusions: • 6 nights accommodation • Entrance to Waitomo Caves, Te Puia, Rainbow Springs, Agrodome • Maori Hangi Dinner and Concert • Gondola and Luge rides with a buffet lunch at Skyline • Day excursion to Cape Reinga • UTC Sight Saver Voucher Booklet • Document wallet • 12.5% GST • All transfers and coach travel as per itinerary (seat-in-coach)

• 6 days rental car with basic insurance, unlimited mileage and road maps (self-drive)









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Fullers ‘Hole in the Rock’ Cruise

Fullers Coach on Ninety Mile Beach

Wonders of the South Available only 01 October 2008 to 30 April 2009

Day 1 Arrive ChristchurchOn arrival at Christchurch Airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel. (Self-drive passengers collect your rental car for your exclusive use until the end of the tour package).

Day 2 Christchurch – Mt Cook – Queenstown (620 kms)Travel across the Canterbury Plains to reach Mt Cook by lunch time. A rare opportunity here to take an optional scenic fl ight for an overview of Mt Cook’s ice falls, snowfi elds and glaciers. Your journey continues over the Lindis Pass and through the Kawarau Gorge to Queenstown.

Day 3 Queenstown – Milford Sound (300 kms) (D)Boarding the coach in Queenstown, visitors are treated to a relaxing trip along the shores of Lake Wakatipu through rolling countryside to Te Anau. There is time for photo stops and short walks along the way. Departing from Milford Wharf, join the nature guide and friendly crew for a full length cruise of Milford Sound. Keep an eye out for wildlife, especially fur seals basking on the rocks. There is plenty of time for you to go exploring in the kayaks and tender craft and relax on deck. As the shadows lengthen, the Milford Wanderer returns under sail (weather permitting) to Harrison Cove for the night. A hearty evening meal is provided (Self-drive passengers drive to Milford Sound to join the seat-in coach passengers on board the “Milford Wanderer” for the rest of the evening).

Day 4 Milford Sound – Queenstown (300 kms) (B)This morning there is the opportunity to go kayaking before returning to the wharf for your coach ride back to Queenstown.

Day 5 Queenstown Today you will cruise on the vintage ‘Old Lady’, the TSS Earnslaw, to Walter Peak High Country Farm for an excursion of the Colonel’s Homestead. (The ‘TSS Earnslaw’ is on annual service in June and July and will be replaced with an alternative activity).

Day 6 Queenstown – West Coast Glaciers (420 kms)Travel through the Kawarau Gorge past Lake Dunstan on towards Wanaka. A stop is made in Makarora before crossing the Southern Alps as you enter the Haast Pass. At Knights Point you can view magnifi cent seascapes. From here pass Lakes Moeraki and Paringa then past Bruce Bay to arrive at the Glaciers.

Day 7 West Coast Glaciers (B)A full day at leisure to enjoy the magnifi cent glaciers. Climb on to the slow moving river of ice or take a scenic fl ight (optional) for a bird’s eye view of this spectacular terrain.

Day 8 West Coast Glaciers – Greymouth – Christchurch (450 kms) (B)Travel along the coast to Greymouth to join The Tranz Alpine train across the Southern Alps to Christchurch (seat-in coach passengers only). (Self-drive passengers travel via Arthur’s Pass road enroute to Christchurch).

Day 9 Depart ChristchurchEarly this morning a tour on the ‘Hot Air Balloon’ is suggested if time permits. Transfer to the airport for your departure fl ight. (Self-drive passengers return your car directly at the airport).

Inclusions: • 8 nights accommodation including 1 night on board the “Milford Wanderer”

• 1 dinner and 1 breakfast on the “Milford Wanderer” • 2 cooked breakfasts at West Coast Glaciers • TSS Earnslaw Walter Peak Farm cruise • UTC Sight Saver Voucher Booklet • Document wallet • 12.5% GST • All transfers (except the one to TSS Earnslaw) and coach travel as

per itinerary (seat-in-coach) • Tranz Alpine train journey (seat-in-coach) • 8 days rental car with basic insurance, unlimited mileage and road

maps (self-drive)

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The following rates are based on multi-share accommodationon board the “Milford Wanderer”. An upgrade to the “MilfordMariners” is available for single or twin share. A surcharge applies-details on application.

The “Milford Wanderer” does not operate in winter-time (01May – 30Sep09). An alternative can be replaced by a Milford Sound day excursion but price may vary. Please refer to your travel agent for details.





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Day 2 Christchurch – Dunedin (365 kms)Travel across the Canterbury Plains through Timaru and Oamaru to reach Dunedin early afternoon. The rest of the day is free for optional activities, such as wildlife cruises and the Taieri Gorge Train ride. (Self-drive passengers may wish to explore other parts of the city in the afternoon).

Day 3 Dunedin – Queenstown (300 kms)Today we depart Dunedin for Queenstown. The rest of the day is free for the many optional activities or maybe a visit to the Sky Alpine Casino.

Day 4 Milford Sound Excursion (600 kms)Drive along Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau. From there, you enter Fiordland National Park and travel through beech forest, passing majestic mountains. On through the Homer Tunnel in time to board your catamaran for the Milford Sound cruise. You will pass Mitre Peak, the highest mountain in the world to rise vertically from the sea. View the Stirling and Bowen Falls as you cruise out to the Tasman Sea. Return to the pier where you re-board your coach for your return journey to Queenstown.

Day 5 QueenstownThis day is completely for you to pursue your own activities. Queenstown offers jet boating, lake cruises, bungy jumping, rafting, horse riding and gondola rides. (Your Sight Saver Voucher Booklet is full of exciting and interesting sightseeing options).

Day 6 Queenstown – West Coast Glaciers (420 kms)Travel through the Kawarau Gorge past Lake Dunstan on towards Wanaka. A stop is made in Makarora before crossing the Southern Alps as you enter the Haast Pass. At Knights Point you can view magnifi cent seascapes. From here, pass Lakes Moeraki and Paringa then past Bruce Bay to arrive at the Glaciers.

Day 7 West Coast Glaciers - Greymouth – Christchurch (450 kms) (B)Travel along the coast to Greymouth to join the Tranz Alpine Express across the Southern Alps to Christchurch (seat-in- coach passengers only). (Self-drive passengers travel via Arthur’s Pass road en route to Christchurch).

Day 8 Depart ChristchurchEarly this morning a tour on the “Hot Air Balloon” is suggested if time permits. Transfer to the airport for your departure fl ight. (Self-drive passengers return your car directly at the airport).


Day 2 Christchurch – Dunedin (365 kms)Travel south across the Canterbury Plains through Timaru and Oamaru to reach Dunedin early afternoon. The rest of the afternoon is free for optional activities such as wildlife cruises.

Day 3 Dunedin – Te Anau (290 kms)The morning is free for optional activities such as visiting Larnach Castle or the Royal Albatross Colony. We head for Te Anau in the afternoon.

Day 4 Te Anau – Milford Sound – Queenstown (420 kms)Enter Fiordland National Park and travel through beech forest, passing majestic mountains. On through the Homer Tunnel in time to board your catamaran for the Milford Sound cruise. You will pass Mitre Peak, the highest mountain in the world to rise vertically from the sea. View the Stirling and Bowen Falls as you cruise out to the Tasman Sea. Return to the pier where you re-board your coach for your return journey to Queenstown.

Day 5 QueenstownToday you will cruise on the vintage ‘Old Lady’, the TSS Earnslaw, to Walter Peak High Country Farm for an excursion of the Colonel’s Homestead. (The ‘TSS Earnslaw’ is on annual service in June and July and will be replaced with an alternative activity).

Day 6 Queenstown – Mt Cook – Christchurch (600 kms)This morning we travel over the Lindis Pass to reach Mt Cook around lunchtime. A rare opportunity to take an optional scenic fl ight to view Mt Cook’s snow fi elds and glaciers. We continue through to Lake Tekapo and across the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch.


Inclusions: • 7 nights accommodation • 1 cooked breakfast at West Coast Glacier • Milford Sound Cruise • Tranz Alpine Train Journey from Greymouth to Christchurch

(seat- in- coach) • UTC Sight Saver Voucher Booklet • Document wallet • 12.5% GST • All transfers and coach travel as per itinerary (seat-in-coach) • 7 days rental car with basic insurance, unlimited mileage and road

maps (self-drive)

Inclusions: • 6 nights accommodation • Milford Sound Cruise • TSS Earnslaw Walter Peak Farm Cruise • UTC Sight Saver Voucher Booklet • Document wallet • 12.5% GST • All transfers (except the one to TSS Earnslaw) and coach travel as

per itinerary (seat-in coach) • 6 days rental car with basic insurance, unlimited mileage and road

maps (self-drive)




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Day 2 Christchurch – Greymouth – West Coast Glaciers (450 kms)One of the world’s best scenic train journeys, The Tranz Alpine, winds across spectacular gorges and river valleys, over the massive Southern Alps in Arthur’s Pass National Park to Greymouth on the West Coast. Continue southwards by coach along the coast to reach Westland National Park and the glacier region. (Self-drive passengers travel over the Canterbury Plains to Arthur’s Pass enroute to Westland National Park).


Day 4 West Coast Glaciers – Queenstown (420 kms) (B)We depart this morning through the South Westland Heritage Park and across the rugged Haast Pass, via Lake Wanaka to Queenstown.


Day 6 Queenstown – Mt Cook – Christchurch (600 kms)This morning travel over the Lindis Pass to reach Mt Cook around lunch time. A rare opportunity to take an optional scenic fl ight to view Mt Cook’s snow fi elds and glaciers. We continue through to Christchurch.



Day 2 Christchurch – Mt Cook – Queenstown (620 kms)Travel across the Canterbury Plains to reach Mt Cook by lunch time. A rare opportunity here to take an optional scenic fl ight for an overview of Mt Cook’s ice falls, snowfi elds and glaciers. Your journey continues over the Lindis Pass and through the Kawarau Gorge to Queenstown.

Day 3 Milford Sound Excursion (600 kms)Drive along Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau. From there, you enter Fiordland National Park and travel through beech forest, passing majestic mountains. On through the Homer Tunnel in time to board your catamaran for the Milford Sound cruise. You will pass Mitre Peak, the highest mountain in the world to rise vertically from the sea. View the Stirling and Bowen Falls as you cruise out to the Tasman Sea. Return to the pier where you re-board your coach for your return journey to Queenstown.


Day 5 Queenstown – Wanaka – Christchurch (500 kms)This morning travel through the Kawarau Gorge to Cromwell and Wanaka Township via the Upper Clutha Valley, Omarama, Lake Tekapo and across the Canterbury Plains before reaching Christchurch.


Inclusions: • 6 nights accommodation • 2 cooked breakfasts at West Coast Glaciers • TSS Earnslaw Walter Peak Farm Cruise • UTC Sight Saver Voucher Booklet • Document wallet • 12.5% GST • Tranz Alpine train journey (seat-in-coach) • All transfers (except the one to TSS Earnslaw) and coach travel as


maps (self-drive)

Inclusions: • 5 nights accommodation • Milford Sound Cruise • TSS Earnslaw Walter Peak Farm Cruise • UTC Sight Saver Voucher Booklet • Document wallet • 12.5% GST • All transfers (except the one to TSS Earnslaw) and coach travel as


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Memorable Train JourneyDay 1 Arrive Christchurch

On arrival at Christchurch Airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel. (Self-drive passengers collect your rental car for your exclusive use until the end of the package).

Day 2 Christchurch – Dunedin (365 kms)Travel south across the Canterbury Plains through Timaru and Oamaru to reach Dunedin early afternoon. The rest of the afternoon is free for optional activities, such as wildlife cruises. (Self-drive passengers may wish to explore other parts of the city in the afternoon).

Day 3 Dunedin – Taieri Gorge Train – Queenstown (299 kms)Morning free for further optional activities. In the afternoon you will be collected for the spectacular Taieri Gorge Train to Pekerangi and connecting coach ride to Alexandra, Cromwell before arriving at Queenstown. (Self-drive passengers are free to participate in more optional activities before driving to Queenstown).


Day 5 Queenstown – West Coast Glaciers (420 kms)Travel through the Kawarau Gorge past Lake Dunstan on towards Wanaka. A stop is made in Makarora before crossing the Southern Alps as you enter the Haast Pass. At Knights Point you can view magnifi cent seascapes. From here pass Lakes Moeraki and Paringa then past Bruce Bay to arrive at the Glaciers.

Day 6 West Coast Glaciers – Nelson (480 kms) (B)Travel north to Westport before arriving at Punakaiki for a view of the amazing Pancake Rock formations. Then through the Buller River and Buller Gorge to arrive in Nelson in the late evening.

Day 7 Nelson – Picton – Kaikoura (250 kms)Take the scenic Queen Charlotte Drive along the Sound to arrive at Picton to connect with the Coastal Pacifi c Train to Kaikoura, the whale watching centre of New Zealand. (Self-drive passengers will drive to Kaikoura).

Day 8 Kaikoura – Christchurch (190 kms)Free time until you board your Coastal Pacifi c train to Christchurch for the night. (Self-drive passengers will drive to Christchurch).

Day 9 Depart ChristchurchEarly this morning a tour on the “Hot Air Balloon” is suggested if time permits. Transfer to the airport for your departing fl ight. (Self-drive passengers return your car directly at the airport).

Inclusions: • 8 nights accommodation • 1 cooked breakfast at West Coast Glaciers • Taieri Gorge Train ride from Dunedin to Pekerangi (seat-in-coach

only) • TSS Earnslaw Walter Peak Farm Cruise • Coastal Pacifi c Train from Picton to Kaikoura and Kaikoura to

Christchurch (seat-in-coach only) • UTC Sight Saver Voucher Booklet • Document wallet • 12.5% GST • All transfers (except the one to TSS Earnslaw) and coach travel as

per itinerary (seat-in-coach) • 8 days rental car with basic insurance, unlimited mileage and road

maps (self-drive)





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Day 2 Christchurch – Kaikoura (183kms)This morning you will be travelling to Kaikoura on board the Tranz Coastal train. The rest of the day is free for an optional Whale Watching cruise. (Self-drive passengers drive to Kaikoura).

Day 3 Kaikoura – Blenheim – Nelson (245 kms)Rejoin the Tranz Coastal train to Blenheim and continue by coach to Nelson. (Self drive passengers drive to Nelson)

Day 4 Nelson – Greymouth (290 kms)Today we cross the Hope Saddle to Kawatiri Junction before entering the Buller Gorge and following the Buller River to Westport. We view the amazing Pancake Rock formation at Punakaiki and then on to Greymouth, nestled on the banks of the Grey River.

Day 5 Greymouth – Christchurch (250 kms)A spectacular journey today by rail on one of the world’s best scenic train journeys. The Tranz Alpine winds across spectacular gorges and river valleys, through lush beech forest and over the massive Southern Alps in Arthur’s Pass National Park to Christchurch. (Self-drive passengers can visit Shantytown, a reconstructed gold mining village, where you can actually pan for gold before driving to Christchurch).

Day 6 Depart ChristchurchEarly this morning a tour on the “Hot Air Balloon” is suggested if time permits. Transfer to the airport for your departure fl ight. (Self-drive passengers return your car directly at theairport).


Day 2 Christchurch – Queenstown (500 kms)Travel across the Canterbury Plains, then pass through the rural towns of Geraldine and Fairlie to reach Lake Tekapo. Continue south to the small town of Twizel and pass through the Kawarau Gorge to arrive in Queenstown in the early evening.


Day 4 Queenstown – Mt Cook – Christchurch (600 kms)This morning we travel over the Lindis Pass to reach Mt Cook around lunchtime. A rare opportunity to take an optional scenic fl ight to view Mt Cook’s snow fi elds and glaciers. We continue through to Lake Tekapo and across the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch.


Inclusions: • 5 nights accommodation • Tranz Alpine and Tranz Coastal train journey (seat-in-coach) • UTC Sight Saver Voucher Booklet • Document wallet • 12.5% GST • All transfers and coach travel as per itinerary (seat-in-coach) • 5 days rental car with basic insurance, unlimited mileage and road

maps (self-drive)

Inclusions: • 4 nights accommodation • TSS Earnslaw Walter Peak Farm cruise • UTC Sight Saver Voucher Booklet • Document wallet • 12.5% GST • All transfers (except the one to TSS Earnslaw) and coach travel as


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South Island DiscoveryDay 1 Arrive Christchurch

On arrival at Christchurch Airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel. (Self-drive passengers collect your rental car for your exclusive use until the end of the tour package).

Day 2 Christchurch – Mt Cook – Dunedin (665 kms)Travel across the Canterbury Plains, via Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki to reach the spectacular surroundings of Mount Cook National Park. Enjoy panoramic views and absorb the alpine isolation of Mount Cook Village before travelling further south through historical Oamaru to Dunedin.

Day 3 Dunedin – Te Anau (300 kms)You have the morning free for more optional activities such as visiting Larnach Castle or the Royal Albatross Colony. We head for Te Anau in the afternoon, gateway to Fiordland National Park.


Day 5 QueenstownThis is a free day for you to pursue your own activities. Queenstown offers jet boating, lake cruised, bungy jumping, rafting, horse riding etc and maybe a visit to the Sky Alpine Casino.



Day 8 West Coast Glaciers – Greymouth – Christchurch (450 kms) (B)Travel along the coast to Greymouth to join the Tranz Alpine Express across the Southern Alps to Christchurch (seat-in-coach passengers only). (Self-drive passengers travel via Arthur’s Pass road en route to Christchurch).

Day 9 Depart ChristchurchTransfer to the airport for your departure fl ight. (Self-drive passengers return your car directly at theairport).

Inclusions: • 8 nights accommodation • 2 cooked breakfast • Milford Sound Cruise • Tranz Alpine Train journey from

Greymouth – Christchurch (seat- in-coach) • UTC Sight Saver Voucher Booklet • Document wallet • 12.5% GST • All transfers and coach travel as per itinerary (seat-in-coach) • 8 days rental car with basic insurance, unlimited mileage and road

maps (self-drive)





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CHRISTCHURCH

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TE ANAU

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Red Boats at Milford Sound

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New Zealand DelightsDay 1 Arrive Auckland

On arrival at Auckland Airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel. (Self-drive passengers collect your rental car for your exclusive use until the end of the tour package).


Day 3 RotoruaToday’s tour includes Te Puia and its Thermal Valley of roaring geysers, steaming rivers and boiling mud pools. Following this, you will travel to Rainbow Springs to view trout and other wildlife and to the famous Agrodome Sheep Show. The rest of the afternoon is free for optional tours. (Self-drive passengers have the fl exibility to explore the many other interesting activities in and around Rotorua).

Day 4 Rotorua / Queenstown (by air)Transfer to Rotorua Airport for your fl ight to Queenstown where you will be met and transferred to your hotel. (Airfare from Rotorua to Queenstown excluded). Rest of the day is free for the many optional activities available in and around Queenstown. (Self-drive passengers return your car at Rotorua Airport and collect your South Island car on arrival at Queenstown Airport).

Day 5 QueenstownThis is a free day for you to pursue your own activities. Queenstown offers jet boating, lake cruises, bungy jumping, rafting, horse riding, gondola rides and maybe a visit to the Sky Alpine Casino. (Your Sight Saver Voucher Booklet is full of exciting and interesting sightseeing options)

Day 6 Milford Sound Excursion (600 kms)Drive along Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau. Enter Fiordland National Park and travel through beech forest, passing majestic mountains. On through the Homer Tunnel in time to board your catamaran for the Milford Sound cruise. You will pass Mitre Peak, the highest mountain in the world to rise vertically from the sea. View the Stirling and Bowen Falls as you cruise out to the Tasman Sea. Return to the pier where you re-board your coach for your return journey to Queenstown.

Day 7 Queenstown – Mt Cook – Christchurch (600 kms)This morning, travel over the Lindis Pass to reach Mt Cook around lunch time. A rare opportunity to take an optional scenic fl ight to view Mt Cook’s snow fi elds and glaciers. Continue through to Lake Tekapo and across the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch.


Inclusions: • 7 nights accommodation • Maori Hangi Dinner and Concert • Entrance to Waitomo Caves, Te Puia, Rainbow Springs, Agrodome • Milford Sound Cruise • UTC Sight Saver Voucher Booklet • Document wallet • 12.5% GST • All transfers and coach travel as per the itinerary (seat-in-coach) • 7 days rental car with basic insurance, unlimited mileage and road

maps (self-drive)





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New Zealand HighlightsDay 1 Arrive Auckland



Day 3 Rotorua (Farmstay) (D)Today’s tour includes Te Puia and its Thermal Valley of roaring geysers, steaming rivers and boiling mud pools. Following this, you will travel to Rainbow Springs to view trout and other wildlife and to the famous Agrodome Sheep Show. Seat-in-coach passengers will then be met by your farm host and taken to the farm. (Self-drive passengers will drive to the farm). At the farm you have the opportunity to experience the working life of a New Zealand farmer. Later tonight you will be hosted to a typical New Zealand dinner.

Day 4 Rotorua – Christchurch (by air) (B)After breakfast the seat-in-coach passengers will be dropped off at the coach terminal to be taken to the airport for your fl ight to Christchurch. (Airfare from Rotorua to Christchurch excluded). Upon arrival at Christchurch you will be met and taken to the hotel. Rest of the day is free.

(Self-drive passengers, after breakfast, will drive to Rotorua Airport to drop off the car before the fl ight Christchurch, where they will collect another rental car to drive to the hotel).

Day 5 Christchurch – Dunedin (365 kms)Travel south across the Canterbury Plains through Timaru and Oamaru to reach Dunedin early afternoon. Rest of the afternoon is free for optional activities, such as wildlife cruises and the Taieri Gorge Train ride. (Self-drive passengers may wish to explore other parts of the city in the afternoon).

Day 6 Dunedin – Te Anau (290 kms)You have the morning free for more optional activities such as visiting Larnach Castle or the Royal Albatross Colony. We head for Te Anau in the afternoon, gateway to Fiordland National Park.


Day 8 QueenstownThis is a free day for you to pursue your own activities. Queenstown offers jet boating, lake cruises, bungy jumping, rafting, horse riding, gondola rides and maybe a visit to the Sky Alpine Casino. (Your Sight Saver Voucher Booklet is full of exciting and interesting sightseeing options)

Day 9 Queenstown – Mt Cook – Christchurch (600 kms)This morning, travel over the Lindis Pass to reach Mt Cook around lunch time. A rare opportunity to take an optional scenic fl ight to view Mt Cook’s snow fi elds and glaciers. Continue through to Lake Tekapo and across the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch.


Inclusions: • 9 nights accommodation including one night farm stay • Maori Hangi Dinner and Concert • Entrance to Waitomo Caves, Te Puia, Rainbow Springs, Agrodome • 1 dinner and 1 breakfast at the farmstay • Milford Sound Cruise • UTC Sight Saver Voucher Booklet • Documents wallet • 12.5% GST • All transfers and coach travel as per the itinerary (seat-in-coach) • 9 days rental car with basic insurance, unlimited mileage and road

maps (self-drive)

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New Zealand ExperienceDay 1 Arrive Christchurch

On arrival at Christchurch Airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel. (Self-drive passengers collect your rental car for your exclusive use until the end of the tour package).

Day 2 Christchurch – Greymouth – West Coast Glaciers (450 kms)One of the world’s best scenic train journeys, the Tranz Alpine, winds across spectacular gorges and river valleys, over the massive Southern Alps in Arthur’s Pass National Park and through lush beech forest to Greymouth on the West Coast. Continue southwards by coach along the coast to reach Westland National Park and the glacier region. (Self-drive passengers travel over the Canterbury Plains to Arthur’s Pass en route to Westland National Park).


Day 4 West Coast Glaciers – Queenstown (420 kms) (B)Depart this morning through the South Westland Heritage Park and across the rugged Haast Pass and Lake Wanaka. This afternoon’s travel is through the Kawarau Gorge to reach Queenstown.

Day 5 QueenstownThis is a free day to pursue your own activities. Queenstown offers jet boating, lake cruises, bungy jumping, rafting, horse riding, gondola rides and maybe a visit to the Sky Alpine Casino. (Our Sight Saver Voucher Booklet is full of exciting and interesting sightseeing options)

Day 6 Milford Sound Excursion (600 kms)Drive along Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau. Enter Fiordland National Park and travel through beech forest, passing majestic mountains. On through the Homer Tunnel in time to board your catamaran for the Milford Sound cruise. You will pass Mitre Peak, the highest mountain in the world to rise vertically from the sea. View the Stirling and Bowen Falls as you cruise out to the Tasman Sea. Return to the pier where you re-board your coach for your return journey to Queenstown.

Day 7 Queenstown – Rotorua (by air)Today, transfer to Queenstown airport for your fl ight to Rotorua (Airfare from Rotorua to Christchurch excluded). Upon arrival at Rotorua you will be met and taken to the hotel. Rest of the day is free. (Self-drive passengers drive to Queenstown Airport to drop off the car before fl ying to Rotorua to collect another rental car to drive to the hotel).

Day 8 Rotorua (D)Today’s tour includes Te Puia and its Thermal Valley of roaring geysers, steaming rivers and boiling mud pools. Following this, you will travel to Rainbow Springs to view trout and other wildlife and to the famous Agrodome Sheep Show. The afternoon is free for optional tours. This evening enjoy a night of truly authentic, traditional culture and entertainment. Join in a time of sharing and feasting to a selection of foods cooked the traditional Maori way on hot stones in an authentic earthen oven.

Day 9 Rotorua – Waitomo Caves – Auckland (370 kms) Enroute to Auckland the highlight is a visit to the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves. This experience is climaxed by drifting silently in a boat on the underground river under the milky way of millions of glow worms on the cavern roof above you. Arrive in Auckland late afternoon.


Inclusions: • 9 nights accommodation • 2 cooked breakfast at West Coast Glacier • Milford Sound Cruise • Maori Hangi Dinner and Concert • Entrance to Waitomo Caves, Te Puia, Rainbow Springs, Agrodome • UTC Sight Saver Voucher Booklet • Documents wallet • 12.5% GST • All transfers and coach travel as per the itinerary (seat-in-coach) • 9 days rental car with basic insurance, unlimited mileage and road

maps (self-drive)





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New Zealand PanoramaDay 1 Arrive Auckland

On arrival at Auckland Airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Included in your itinerary today is a visit to the Sky Tower for a bird’s eye view of the city.(Self-drive passengers collect your rental car for your exclusive use until the end of the tour package).



Day 4 Rotorua – Wellington (465 kms)Departing Rotorua head south via Lake Taupo and the Tongariro National Park to Levin and onto Wellington, New Zealand’s capital.

Day 5 Wellington – Picton – Nelson (110 kms)This morning, board the Interislander Ferry across the Cook Strait to Picton and, from here take the scenic Queen Charlotte Drive along the Sound to Nelson.

Day 6 Nelson – Greymouth – West Coast Glaciers (520 kms)Today we cross the Hope Saddle to Kawatiri Junction before entering the Buller Gorge and following the Buller River to Westport. View the amazing Pancake Rock formations at Punakaiki and then on to Greymouth, nestled on the banks of the Grey River. Continue southwards by coach along the coast to reach Westland National Park and the glacier region.



Day 9 QueenstownToday you will cruise on the vintage ‘Old Lady’, the TSS Earnslaw, to Walter Peak High Country Farm for an excursion of the Colonel’s Homestead. (The ‘TSS Earnslaw’ is on annual service in June and July and will be replaced with an alternative activity).

Day 10 Queenstown – Mt Cook – Christchurch (600 kms)This morning, travel over the Lindis Pass to reach Mt Cook around lunch time,

a rare opportunity to take an optional scenic fl ight to view Mt Cook’s snow fi elds and glaciers. Continue through to Lake Tekapo and across the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch.

Day 11 Depart ChristchurchEarly this morning a tour on the “Hot Air Balloon” is suggested it time permits.Transfer to the airport for your departure fl ight. (Self-drive passengers return your car directly at the airport).

Inclusions: • 10 nights accommodation • 2 cooked breakfasts at West Coast Glaciers • Maori Hangi Dinner and Concert • Entrance to Waitomo Caves, Te Puia, Rainbow Springs, Agrodome • Gondola and Luge rides with a buffet lunch at the Skyline • Interislander Ferry Wellington to Picton • TSS Earnslaw Walter Peak Farm cruise • UTC Sight Saver Voucher Booklet • Document wallet • 12.5% GST • All transfers (except to TSS Earnslaw) and coach travel as per the

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New Zealand MelodyDay 1 Arrive Auckland

On arrival at Auckland Airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel.(Self-drive passengers collect your rental car for your exclusive use until the end of the tour package).

Day 2 Auckland – Waitomo Caves – Rotorua (370 kms) (D)Enroute to Rotorua the highlight is a visit to the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves. This experience is climaxed by drifting silently in a boat on the underground river under the milky way of millions of glow worms on the cavern roof above you. This evening, enjoy a night of truly authentic, traditional culture and entertainment. Join in a time of sharing and feasting to a selection of foods cooked Maori way on hot stones in an authentic earthen oven.

Day 3 Rotorua (L)Today’s tour includes Te Puia and its Thermal Valley of roaring geysers, steaming rivers and boiling mud pools. Following this, you will travel to Rainbow Springs to view trout and other wildlife and to the famous Agrodome Sheep Show. A ride on the Gondola up to Mt Ngongataha for a buffet lunch and for the more courageous ones, a ride on the “luge” is included.

Day 4 Rotorua – Christchurch (by air)Transfer to Rotorua Airport for your fl ight to Christchurch where you will be met and transferred to your hotel. (Airfare from Rotorua to Christchurch excluded). Rest of the day is free for optional activities. (Self-drive passengers return your car at Rotorua Airport and collect your South Island car on arrival at Christchurch Airport).

Day 5 Christchurch – Mt Cook – QueenstownTravel across the Canterbury Plains to reach Mt Cook by lunchtime. A rare opportunity here to take an optional scenic fl ight for an overview of Mt Cook ice falls, snowfi elds and glaciers. Your journey continues over the Lindis Pass and through the Kawarau Gorge to Queenstown.

Day 6 Milford Sound Excursion (600 kms)Drive along Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau. Enter Fiordland National Park and travel through beech forest, passing majestic mountains. On through the Homer Tunnel in time to board your catamaran for the Milford Sound cruise. You will pass Mitre Peak, the highest mountain in the world to rise vertically from the sea. View the Stirling and Bowen Falls as you cruise out to the Tasman Sea. Return to the pier where you re-board your coach.

Day 7 QueenstownThis is a free day for you to pursue your own activities. Queenstown offers jet boating, lake cruises, bungy jumping, rafting, horse riding and gondola rides.



Day 10 West Coast Glaciers – Greymouth – Christchurch (450 kms) (B)Travel along the coast to Greymouth to join the Tranz Alpine Express across the Southern Alps to Christchurch (seat-in- coach passengers only). (Self-drive passengers travel via Arthur’s Pass road en route to Christchurch).

Day 11 Depart ChristchurchEarly this morning a tour on the “Hot Air Balloon” is suggested if time permits. Transfer to the airport for your departure fl ight.(Self-drive passengers return your car directly at the airport).

Inclusions: • 10 nights accommodation • 2 cooked breakfast at West Coast Glaciers • Maori Hangi Dinner and Concert • Entrance to Waitomo Caves, Te Puia, Rainbow Springs, Agrodome • Gondola and Luge rides with a buffet lunch at Skyline • Milford Sound Cruise • Tranz Alpine Train Journey from Greymouth to Christchurch

(seat-in-coach) • UTC Sight Saver Voucher Booklet • Document wallet • 12.5% GST • All transfers and coach travel as per the itinerary (seat-in-coach) • 10 days rental car with basic insurance, unlimited mileage and

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Day 3 RotoruaToday’s tour includes Te Puia and its Thermal Valley of roaring geysers, steaming rivers and boiling mud pools. Following this, you will travel to Rainbow Springs to view trout and other wildlife and to the famous Agrodome Sheep Show (Self-drive passengers have the fl exibility to explore the many other interesting activities in and around Rotorua).

Day 4 Rotorua – Wellington (465 kms)Departing Rotorua, head south via Lake Taupo and the Tongariro National Park to Levin and on to Wellington, New Zealand’s capital.

Day 5 Wellington – Picton – Christchurch (370 kms)This morning, board the Interislander Ferry across the Cook Strait to Picton to connect with the Coastal Pacifi c train which journeys via Kaikoura to Christchurch. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. (Self-drive passengers return their vehicle prior to boarding the Interislander Ferry. On arrival in Picton, collect your South Island vehicle and resume your exciting journey).

Day 6 Christchurch – Greymouth – West Coast Glaciers (450 kms)One of the world’s best scenic train journeys, the Tranz Alpine, winds across spectacular gorges and river valleys, over the massive Southern Alps in Arthur’s Pass National Park and through lush beech forest to Greymouth on the West Coast. Continue southwards by coach along the coast to reach Westland National Park and the glacier region. (Self-drive passengers travel over the Canterbury Plains over to Arthur’s Pass en route to Westland National Park).



Day 9 QueenstownThis is a free day for you to pursue your own activities. Queenstown offers jet boating, lake cruises, bungy jumping, rafting, horse riding and, gondola rides.

Day 10 Queenstown – Milford Sound – Te Anau (420 kms)Drive along Lake Wakatipu and have your morning tea break in Te Anau (not included). Enter Fiordland National Park and travel through beech forest,

passing majestic mountains. On through the Homer Tunnel in time to board your catamaran for the Milford Sound cruise. You will pass Mitre Peak, the highest mountain in the world to rise vertically from the sea. View the Stirling and Bowen Falls as you cruise out to the Tasman Sea. Return to the pier where you re-board your coach for your return journey to Te Anau.

Day 11 Te Anau – Invercargill (160 kms)This morning we depart for Invercargill, the southernmost city of New Zealand. Upon arrival, you are free to enjoy some of the many optional activities available including a scenic fl ight excursion to Stewart Island.

Day 12 Invercargill – Dunedin (220 kms)Today we travel to Dunedin, the “Edinburgh of the South”. The rest of the day is free for optional sightseeing such as visiting the Royal Albatross Colony, Monarch Wildlife Cruises to see the Yellow Eyed Penguins, Larnach Castle and the Taieri Gorge Train ride.

Day 13 Dunedin – Christchurch (365 kms)Depart in the morning for Oamaru and Timaru before crossing the Canterbury Plains to arrive in Christchurch.


Inclusions: • 13 nights accommodation • 2 cooked breakfasts at West Coast Glaciers • Maori Hangi Dinner and Concert • Entrance to Waitomo Caves, Te Puia, Rainbow Springs, Agrodome • Interisland Ferry Wellington to Picton • Tranz Coastal & Alpine train journey (seat-in coach) • Milford Sound Cruise • UTC Sight Saver Voucher Booklet • Document wallet • 12.5% GST • All transfers and coach travel as per the itinerary (seat-in-coach) • 13 days rental car with basic insurance, unlimited mileage and


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Romantic New ZealandDay 1 Arrive Auckland

On arrival at Auckland Airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel. (Self- drive passengers collect your rental car for your exclusive use until the end of the tour package).



Day 4 Rotorua – Wellington (465 kms)Departing Rotorua, we head south via Lake Taupo and the Tongariro National Park to Levin and on to Wellington, New Zealand’s capital.

Day 5 Wellington – Picton – Kaikoura (160 kms)This morning we board the Interislander Ferry across the Cook Strait to Picton to connect with The Coastal Pacifi c train to Kaikoura. (Self-drive passengers return their vehicle prior to boarding the Interislander Ferry. On arrival at Picton, collect your South Island vehicle and resume your exciting journey).

Day 6 Kaikoura / Christchurch (190km)The morning is free for an optional Whale Watching tour by boat. In the afternoon, travel south to Christchurch.

Day 7 Christchurch – Greymouth – West Coast Glaciers (450 kms)One of the world’s best scenic train journeys, the Tranz Alpine, winds across spectacular gorges and river valleys, over the massive Southern Alps in Arthur’s Pass National Park and through lush beech forest to Greymouth on the West Coast. Continue southwards by coach along the coast to reach Westland National Park and the glacier region. (Self-drive passengers travel over the Canterbury Plains to Arthur’s Pass en route to Westland National Park).

Day 8 West Coast Glaciers – Queenstown (420 kms) (B)Travel through the South Westland Heritage Park and across the rugged Haast Pass. Follow the shores of Lakes Hawea and Wanaka to Queenstown.

Day 9 QueenstownThis is a free day for you to pursue your own activities. Queenstown offers jet boating, lake cruises, bungy jumping, rafting, horse riding, gondola rides and maybe a visit to the Sky Alpine Casino.

Day 10 Queenstown - Dunedin (300 kms)Travel to Pukerangi where you will join the spectacular Taieri Gorge Train to Dunedin. (set-in-coach passengers only, self drive passenger are free to participate in optional activities before driving to Queenstown)

Day 11 Dunedin – Christchurch (365 kms)Depart in the morning for Oamaru and Timaru before crossing the Canterbury Plains to arrive in Christchurch.

Day 12 Depart ChristchurchTransfer to the airport for your departure fl ight. (Self-drive passengers return your car directly at the airport).

Inclusions: • 11 nights accommodation • 1 cooked breakfast at West Coast Glacier • 1 Hangi dinner concert • Entrance to Waitomo Caves, Te Puia, Rainbow Springs, Agrodome • Gondola & Luge rides with a buffet lunch at Skyline • Ferry crossing from Wellington to Picton • Tranz Coastal Train Journey from Picton to Kaikoura (seat-in- coach) • Tranz Alpine Train Journey from Christchurch to Greymouth

(seat- in- coach) • Taieri Gorge Train ride from Pukerangi to Dunedin • UTC Sight Saver Voucher Booklet • Document wallet • 12.5% GST • All transfers and coach travel as per itinerary (seat-in- coach) • 11 days rental car with basic insurance, unlimited mileage and






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Day 2 Auckland – Bay of Islands (250 kms)This morning depart Auckland for your journey north to Paihia in the Bay of Islands.

Day 3 Bay of IslandsIncluded in your package today is a Fullers Flexi Ticket that allows you to choose one of the following activities – The Cream Trip Cruise, Dolphin Adventures, Excitor “Hole in the Rock” Cape Brett Cruise or a Cape Reinga Wanderer 90 mile beach tour.

Day 4 Bay of Islands – Auckland (250 kms)This morning at your leisure – further exploring the beautiful Bay of Islands. You may like to take a mini tour to Russell. Later in the afternoon depart Paihia for your return journey to Auckland.

Day 5 Auckland – Waitomo Caves – Rotorua (370 kms) (D)Enroute to Rotorua the highlight is a visit to the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves. This experience is climaxed by drifting silently in a boat on the underground river under the milky way of millions of glow worms on the cavern roof above you. This evening, enjoy a night of truly authentic, traditional culture and entertainment. Join in a time of sharing and feasting to a selection of foods cooked the traditional Maori way on hot stones in an authentic earthen oven


Day 7 Rotorua – Taupo – Napier (225 kms)This morning travel south to Taupo through the exotic pine forests and on to Napier, the fruit bowl of New Zealand. The rest of the day is free for optional activities in the Art Deco city of New Zealand.

Day 8 Napier – Wellington (323 kms)Morning at your leisure and time for optional sightseeing: you may like to enjoy a tour to some of the regions many wineries, a guided Art Deco walk through the city or perhaps a hot air balloon fl ight. This afternoon depart Napier for your journey further south to New Zealand’s capital city Wellington.

Day 9 Wellington – Picton – Kaikoura (160 kms)This morning, board the Interislander Ferry across the Cook Strait to Picton to connect with the Coastal Pacifi c train journey to Kaikoura. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. (Self-drive passengers return your vehicle prior to boarding the Interislander Ferry. On arrival at Picton collect your South Island vehicle and resume your exciting journey).

Day 10 Kaikoura – Christchurch (190kms)The morning is free for an optional Whale Watching tour by boat. In the afternoon, travel south to Christchurch.

Day 11 Christchurch – Greymouth – West Coast Glaciers (450km)One of the world’s best scenic train journeys, the Tranz Alpine, winds across spectacular gorges and river valleys, over the massive Southern Alps in Arthur’s Pass National Park and through lush beech forest to Greymouth on the West Coast. Continue southwards by coach along the coast to reach Westland National Park and the glacier region. (Self-drive passengers travel over the Canterbury Plains over to Arthur’s Pass en route to Westland National Park).

Day 12 West Coast Glaciers – Wanaka (285kms) (B)Depart this morning through the South Westland Heritage Park and across the rugged Haast Pass to reach Wanaka township in the afternoon.

Day 13 Wanaka – Queenstown (117 kms)In the morning enjoy optional tours available in Wanaka. In the afternoon, travel south to the adventure capital of New Zealand, Queenstown.

Day 14 QueenstownThe day is free for you to experience Queenstown and the surrounding areas, there are some great vineyards nearby or just relax in this beautiful alpine town.

Day 15 Queenstown – Milford Sound – Te Anau (420 kms)Drive along Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau. Enter Fiordland National Park and travel through beech forest, passing majestic mountains. On through the Homer Tunnel in time to board your catamaran for the Milford Sound cruise. You will pass Mitre Peak, the highest mountain in the world to rise vertically from the sea. View the Stirling and Bowen Falls as you cruise out to the Tasman Sea. Return to the pier where you re-board your coach for your return journey to Te Anau.

Day 16 Te Anau – DunedinThis morning travel south via Mossburn and through Southland sheep farming country to Gore where you will board another coach to Dunedin.

Day 17 Dunedin – Mt Cook – Christchurch (665kms)Leaving Dunedin in the early morning, travel through the Waitaki valley to Oamaru. Arrive in Mt Cook at lunch time. Enjoy panoramic views and absorb the alpine isolation of Mt Cook village before journeying further north via Lake Tekapo to reach Christchurch.

Day 18 Depart ChristchurchTransfer to the airport for your departure fl ight. (Self-drive passengers return your car directly at the airport).

Inclusions: • 17 nights accommodation • 1 cooked breakfast at West Coach region • 1 Maori Hangi Dinner and Concert • Fullers Flexi Ticket (1 trip) • Entrance to Waitomo Caves, Te Puia, Rainbow Springs, Agrodome • Gondola and luge ride with a buffet lunch at Rotorua Skyline

Skyrides • Interisland Ferry Wellington to Picton • Tranz Coastal train journey from Picton to Kaikoura (seat- in-coach) • Tranz Alpine train journey from Christchurch to Greymouth

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Unique & Boutique

Unique & Boutique provides self-drive itineraries that are tailored especially for the discerning traveller looking for that something special during their visit to New Zealand. Our itineraries feature a range of boutique accommodation, specially selected for the unique, friendly and warm welcome they offer. Each package

includes a rental car and accommodation pre-booked at selected properties.

On this page you will fi nd a few examples of the Unique & Boutique properties included in our itineraries.

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Luxury boutique accommodation in a magnifi cent setting overlooking Lake Rotorua, approximately 5km from the city centre. An outstanding, welcoming haven where guests will enjoy the highest standards of comfort and hospitality. There are 4 luxurious suites.

This beautifully restored Edwardian Art Deco Hotel is the home to 18 luxurious suites and rooms, multi award winning ‘Chambers’ fi ne dining and seafood restaurant and the quaint ‘Churchill’s Champagne and Snug Bar’. Close to the vineyards and all the city’s attractions.

Established in 1882, this stylish renovated colonial hotel stands at the heart of Martinborough Wine Village, one of New Zealand’s fi nest wine destinations. A sense of history, charm and elegance greets guests of this fi ne boutique establishment, offering classic accommodation and dining.

Accolades Boutique Hotel – Rotorua The County Hotel – Napier Peppers Martinborough Hotel

This gracious fi ve star rated Edwardian Villa is surrounded by ten acres of ‘The Peppertree’s’ own vineyard, olive grove and gardens, nestled amid the world famous Marlborough wine region. Five luxury guest rooms are each individually decorated and complete with fi replace, verandah or balcony.

Experience the luxury of this 12 room boutique hotel offering a level of service reminiscent of its history. Situated close to Christchurch and within walking distance of shops, restaurants, golf course and parks. Guest rooms are large and beautifully decorated with spacious en suite bathrooms.

Located just 5 minutes from Franz Josef village, Franz Josef Glacier Country Retreat building’s design was inspired by a West Coast homestead and offers 12 individually decorated rooms and home cooked breakfast.

The Peppertree – Blenheim The Charlotte Jane – Christchurch Franz Josef Glacier Country Retreat

An elegant and relaxed boutique lodge, enjoying mountain and lake views. Set in the tranquility of natural springs and native gardens, it is within a fi ve minute stroll to Wanaka’s lakefront, shops, galleries, cafes and restaurants.

Ideally located, a three minute walk from the vibrant downtown shopping and restaurant precinct of Queenstown. The luxurious rooms offer views over Queenstown Bay and the town with the stunning Remarkables as a background. Enjoy relaxing by the open fi re in the lounge or soaking up the sun in the courtyard.

A grand victorian villa built in the late 1800’s. With the atmosphere of the period and all the modern facilities expected by today’s traveller, Elgin house is a fi ve minute drive from the central city. There are three large and luxurious appointed rooms, tastefully decorated.

Wanaka Springs Lodge – Wanaka Browns Boutique Hotel – Queenstown Elgin House – Dunedin

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Day 1 Arrive AucklandOn arrival at Auckland Airport collect your rental car and drive to your accommodation for the night.Overnight: Aachen House

Day 2 Auckland – Waitomo Caves – Rotorua (370 kms) (B)This morning travel via Hamilton to the Waitomo Caves for a guided tour. The visit is climaxed by drifting silently in a boat on the underground river under the milky way of millions of glow worms on the cavern roof above you. Then continue cross the Mamaku Hills to the famous thermal centre of Rotorua.Overnight: Accolades Boutique Hotel

Day 3 Rotorua – Taupo – Napier (225 kms) (B)The morning is free to explore the major sights and attractions of Rotorua. Entrance is included to Te Puia and its Thermal Valley of roaring geysers, steaming rivers and boiling mud pools, to Rainbow Springs to view trout and other wildlife and to the famous Agrodome Sheep Show. From Rotorua, travel via Taupo to Napier, the art deco centre of New Zealand.Overnight: The County Hotel

Day 4 Napier and Hawkes Bay (B/L)A day at leisure to explore the parks and gardens and to enjoy lunch at one of Hawkes Bay’s famous wineries.Overnight: The County Hotel

Day 5 Napier – Wairarapa (290 kms) (B)Continue travelling south to reach Martinborough – a major wine producing area famous for Pinot Noir wines.Overnight: Peppers Martinborough Hotel

Day 6 Wairarapa – Blenheim (35 kms) (B)Leave your accommodation and drive the short distance to Wellington, New Zealand’s capital city. After dropping off your car, board the ferry for a journey across Cook Strait. Collect another car and drive to Blenheim in the Marlborough region.Overnight: The Peppertree

Day 7 Blenheim – Christchurch (380 kms) (B)Travel to Christchurch today via the beautiful Kaikoura Coast. Stop at Kaikoura for an optional Whale Watch excursion or swim with the dolphins. Continue driving to Christchurch for the night.Overnight:The Charlotte Jane

Day 8 Depart Christchurch (B)Tour concludes with returning your vehicle to the Christchurch airport or the city.

Day 1 Arrive ChristchurchOn arrival at Christchurch Airport collect your rental car and drive to your accommodation for the night.Overnight: The Charlotte Jane

Day 2 Christchurch – Blenheim (310 kms) (B)Make your way north of Christchurch to Blenheim. This area is particularly famous for its wineries. Overnight: The Peppertree

Day 3 Blenheim – Greymouth – Franz Josef Glacier (480 kms) (B)Travel towards the west coast of the island, to Greymouth. Continue south-wards along the coast to Westland National Park and the glacier region. Overnight: Franz Josef Glacier Retreat

Day 4 Franz Josef Glacier (B)A full day at leisure to enjoy the magnifi cent glaciers. Climb on to the slow moving river of ice or take a scenic fl ight (optional) for a bird’s eye view of this spectacular terrain.Overnight: Franz Josef Glacier Retreat

Day 5 Franz Josef Glacier – Wanaka (285 kms) (B)This morning, travel through the South Westland Heritage Park to Lake Wanaka.Overnight: Wanaka Springs Lodge

Day 6 Wanaka – Queenstown (117 kms) (B)Enjoy the day in Wanaka before taking a short drive to the adventure capital of New Zealand Queenstown. Make your own way to the Skyline Gondola where a ride up the mountain is included – here you can enjoy spectacular views over Queenstown. Overnight: Browns Boutique Hotel

Day 7 Milford Sound Excursion (600 kms) (B)Drive along Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau, then enter Fiordland National Park. Board your catamaran for the Milford Sound cruise. You will pass Mitre Peak, the highest mountain in the world to rise vertically from the sea. Return to the pier where you re-board your coach for your return journey to Queenstown.Overnight: Browns Boutique Hotel

Day 8 Queenstown (B)This day is free to pursue your own activities. Queenstown offers jet boating, lake cruises, bungy jumping, rafting, horse riding and gondola rides. (Your Sight Saver Voucher Booklet is full of exciting and interesting sightseeing options).Overnight: Browns Boutique Hotel

Day 9 Queenstown - Dunedin (305 km) (B)Depart this morning through the Kawarau Gorge to Cromwell. Follow the Clutha River down through Alexandra, via the rich farmlands of South Otago, to Dunedin – “Edinburgh of the South”.Overnight: Elgin House

Day 10 Dunedin - Christchurch (375 km) (B)Depart in the morning, heading north to Moeraki to view the unique outdoor beach boulders. Continue via Oamaru and Timaru, across the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch.Overnight: The Charlotte Jane

Day 11 Depart Christchurch (B)Tour concludes with returning your vehicle to the Christchurch airport or the city.

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Inclusions: • 7 nights accommodation • 7 cooked breakfasts • Vineyard tour, wine tasting and lunch • Entrance to Waitomo Caves, Te Puia, Rainbow Springs, Agrodome, • UTC Sight Saver Voucher Booklet • Document wallet • 12.5 % GST • 7 days rental car with basic insurance, unlimited mileage and

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Honeymoon in New Zealand

UTC has created a honeymoon that we believe will be one of the most romantic and memorable holidays of your life. We have hand-picked a selection of our favourite experiences, from a romantic dinner cruise and a wine tour to a relaxing soak at Polynesian Spa .You have the option of booking this itinerary on a seat-in-coach basis giving you the opportunity to relax on board a comfortable air-conditioned coach or, if you are looking for more independence you can travel by rental car. We have based this itinerary on staying

in Standard or Superior accommodations (see page 8 and 9). As an added bonus, most of the hotels have a bottle of champagne or box of chocolates waiting for you! If you prefer to stay in Unique and Boutique accommodation (page 26) or in luxury lodges (page 32 and 33), please contact your travel agent as UTC can tailor make your honeymoon to your wishes.On this page,you will fi nd a selection of experiences UTC has included in your itinerary to create an unforgettable honeymoon.

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Enjoy a dinner cruise in Waitemata Harbour, watching the fairy-tale lights of Auckland city pass by!

Depart Auckland by ferry and cruise across the beautiful Waitemata Harbour to Waiheke Island. This tour includes wine tasting and tours at three leading island vineyards and on olive growing estate, plus a light lunch and all day bus pass which allowing you to further explore the island.

Inside the ancient limestone caves the fl ow worms have amazed visitors for over 100 years. You will drift in a boat and on the cave roof above you hundreds of tiny lights fl icker.

Dinner Cruise Waiheke Wine Tour Waitomo Caves

A relaxing soak at the Polynesian Spa, voted one of the top 10 spas by Conde Nast magazine.

Sit back in the luxury of the air-conditioned, colonial style, dining tram and be treated to the fi nest service, cuisine and beverages that New Zealand has to offer.

Enjoy a 30 minute ‘Punting on the Avon’. Sit back into the velvet cushions of your boat, as the Edwardian punter propels you past the trailing willows and leafy banks of the prettiest stretch of the Avon River.

Polynesian Spa Tram & Dinner Punting on the Avon

The Tranz Alpine is one of the great train journeys in the world – the train winds across spectacular gorges and river valleys, over the massive Southern Alps, in Arthur’s Pass National Park and through lush beech forest to Greymouth on the West Coast.

A candle light dinner in a private venue at the Skyline Restaurant, surrounded by Queenstown’s most spectacular views – an unforgettable memory!

Travel by luxury coach on an unforgettable journey from Queenstown into Milford Sound. Upon arrival, board your vessel for a spectacular cruise in New Zealand’s most famous waterway. You will pass Mitre Peak, the highest mountain in the world to rise vertically from the sea. Lunch included.

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Day 1 Arrive Auckland (D)On arrival at Auckland Airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel (Self-drive passengers collect your rental car for your exclusive use until the end of the tour package). Tonight make your way to the Waitemata Harbour to enjoy a romantic dinner cruise.

Day 2 Auckland (B / L)This morning make your way to the ferry wharf for an unforgettable Waiheke Island Winery tour. You will visit three leading island vineyards and an olive growing estate. A light lunch and all day bus pass are included, which will allow you to further explore the island.

Day 3 Auckland – Waitomo Caves – Rotorua (370 kms) (B)Enroute to Rotorua, the highlight is a visit to the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves. This experience is climaxed by drifting silently in a boat on the underground river under the milky way of millions of glow worms on the cavern roof above you.

Day 4 Rotorua (B)Today’s tour includes Te Puia and its Thermal Reserve to see roaring geysers and mud pools. Following this, travel to Rainbow Springs to view trout and other wildlife and to the famous Agrodome Sheep Show. Tonight, make your own way to world famous Polynesian Spa.

Day 5 Rotorua – Christchurch (B / D) (by air)Transfer to Rotorua Airport for your fl ight to Christchurch where you will be met by our representative for a private transfer to your hotel(Self-drive passengers return your car at Rotorua Airport and collect your South Island car on arrival at Christchurch Airport). (Airfare from Rotorua to Christchurch excluded). Tonight, make your way to the Tramway where you will enjoy a 5 course dinner.

Day 6 Christchurch (B)Included today is a Christchurch sightseeing tour including the International Antarctic Centre. The tour takes you around the city’s highlights and historic sites such as the Christchurch Arts Centre, Botanic Gardens, the Avon River and Canterbury Museum. When leaving the inner city, the tour takes in several parks and gardens including Mona Vale Gardens and Hagley Park before heading to the Port Hills for spectacular views over the city and Canterbury Plains to the Southern Alps. After the visit at the International Antarctic centre, you will be transferred to the city centre where you can relax and enjoy a 30 minutes Punting on the Avon tour.

Day 7 Christchurch – Greymouth – West Coast Glaciers (450 kms) (B)Take one of the world’s best scenic train journeys - The Tranz Alpine to Greymouth on the West Coast. Continue southwards by coach along the coast to reach Westland National Park and the glacier region. (Self-drive passengers travel over the Canterbury Plains over to Arthur’s Pass and then en route to Westland National Park).


Day 9 West Coast Glaciers – Wanaka (300 kms) (B)We depart this morning through the South Westland Heritage Park and across the rugged Haast Pass to reach Wanaka.

Day 10 Wanaka – Queenstown (117 kms) (B)This morning, make your way to Puzzling World, one of its kind, worldwide. Challenge yourself in the 3-D Great Maze. Look up and you’ll see a mirrored ceiling that acts as a giant kaleidoscope! You’ll be astonished by the illusion rooms, astounded by the holograms and confounded by the puzzles. Using the toilets here is a must – you’ll fi nd out why! Later this afternoon you will travel south to the adventure capital of New Zealand - Queenstown.

Day 11 Queenstown (B / D)This morning, enjoy a genuine British double-decker bus sightseeing tour and get a bird’s eye view of the spectacular Wakatipu basin along with some of the areas key attractions such as Lake Hayes, Bungy Jump site, Historic Arrowtown and Gibbston Valley Wines. Highlight today is a candle light dinner in a private venue surrounded by Queenstown’s most spectacular views (transfer is not included).

Day 12 Milford Sound Excursion (600 kms) (B / L)Drive along Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau and Fiordland National Park. Travel through beech forest passing majestic mountains on through the Homer Tunnel, in time to board your catamaran for the Milford Sound Luncheon Cruise. Pass Mitre Peak, the highest mountain in the world to rise vertically from the sea. View the Stirling and Bowen Falls as you cruise out to the Tasman Sea. Return to the pier where you re-board your coach for your return journey to Queenstown.

Day 13 Queenstown – Mt Cook – Christchurch (600 kms) (B)This morning, travel over the Lindis Pass to reach Mt Cook around lunch time. A rare opportunity to take an optional scenic fl ight to view Mt Cook’s snow fi elds and glaciers. Continue through to Lake Tekapo and across the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch.

Day 14 Depart Christchurch (B)Early this morning a tour on the “Hot Air Balloon” is suggested if time permits. Transfer to the airport for your departure fl ight. (Self-drive passengers return your car directly at the airport).

Inclusions: • 13 nights accommodation with cooked breakfast daily • 3 dinners (1 Dinner Cruise on Waitemata Harbour, 1 Tramway

5 course Dinner, 1 exclusive dinner at Skyline) • Waiheke Island Winery tour including lunch • Entrance to Waitomo Caves, Te Puia, Rainbow Springs, Agrodome,

Polynesian Lake Spa, International Antarctic Centre, Punting on the Avon, Puzzling World

• Milford Sound Luncheon Cruise • Christchurch and Queenstown half day sightseeing tour (seat-in-

coach only) • Tranz Alpine Train journey from Christchurch to Greymouth (seat-in-

coach only) • Complimentary bottle of champagne or box of chocolates at some

hotels • UTC Sight Saver Voucher Booklet • Document wallet • 12.5% GST • Transfers and coach travel as per the itinerary (seat-in-coach only) • 13 days rental car with basic insurance, unlimited mileage and road

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Friends & Family

When travelling with a group of friends or family it can sometimes be diffi cult co-ordinate the right type of accommodation, transport and activities to suit the party you are travelling with. You want space, freedom to relax as a group and enjoy each others company, while still retaining a certain level of personal space and privacy for your sleeping arrangements. We have arranged some specially selected packages staying in spacious apartments with room to relax, spread out and enjoy yourselves. You can self cater with the fully equipped kitchen facilities and when it comes to transport, we’ve packaged this with larger vehicles to ensure comfort and room for luggage. For friends travelling together it’s preferable to have personal space for sleeping while still having common areas to spend time together. And for families, you have the convenience of plenty of space and full kitchen and laundry facilities. On this page you will fi nd a few examples of Apartment Accommodation included in the itinerary on page 31.

The VehicleAll Friends & Family itineraries can be packaged with a Thrifty Rent a Car of your choice, see page 6. Car type D, a Toyota Previa or similar, offers comfort and space for a group of people travelling together.

The AccommodationWe have carefully selected apartments throughout the country that offer plenty of space and are good value for money. Where-ever possible we have featured two bedroom apartments that also have two bathrooms to offer the most comfort and relaxed holiday possible. All apartments have fully equipped kitchen facilities giving the option of self catering, the opportunity to sit back in the lounge and relax with friends while having all the comfort and space of home.

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The one and two bedroom apartments have all private balconies, city and harbour views. Each apartment has a fully equipped kitchen and dining facilities, designer furnishings and small bathrooms. Centrally located, just moments from Queen Street.

These superbly appointed apartment units all have magnifi cent views over the Pacifi c Ocean looking out towards the Bay of Islands. All units have an Italian styled kitchen and bathroom plus laundry and modern facilities.

Marama Resort is nestled in 10 acres on the northern edge of Lake Rotorua and just 15 minutes drive from central Rotorua. The two and three bedroom apartments are modern and spacious, mostly dotted along private waterways, with others set within the grounds.

The Quadrant, Auckland Blue Pacifi c Quality Apartments, Paihia Marama Resort, Rotorua

Located in central city, Wellington, Terrace Heights is conveniently located only a few minutes walk from cafes, shopping and entertainment. The one, two and three bedroom apartments are fully furnished and equipped with modern kitchens.

Located 10 minutes drive from Nelson city, Monaco is an English resort style village, overlooking the Waimea inlet. The apartments have luxurious handcrafted furnishings and the common areas include an open fi re place.

The one and two bedroom units have full kitchen facilities and a separate lounge. Located 3kms north of Franz Josef, this property has a lovely rural setting with stunning views.

Terrace Heights Apartments, Wellington Grand Mercure Nelson Monaco Apartments, Nelson

Glenfern Villas, Franz Josef

Resting on the shores of Queenstown’s Lake Wakatipu, BreakFree Alpine Village offers a sweeping panorama of the towering beauty of The Remarkables mountain range and calming blue waters of New Zealand’s third largest lake. The BreakFree Alpine Village offers chic comfort and style.

Quest Dunedin is a serviced apartment complex that is conveniently located in central Dunedin. Across the road from the famous Cadbury World Tour, and only two minutes walk from the Octagon, cafes, bars and Dunedin’s main shopping area.

Perfectly situated in the city, adjacent to the Casino. Two bedroom apartments featuring generous open plan living with city views.

Breakfree Alpine Village, Queenstown Quest Dunedin, Dunedin Scenic Circle Fino Casementi All Suites, Christchurch

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Day 1 Arrive AucklandOn arrival at Auckland Airport pick up your rental car for your exclusive use until the end of the tour package and make your way to your accommodation.Overnight: The Quadrant

Day 2 Auckland – Bay of Islands (250kms)This morning depart Auckland for your journey north to Paihia in the Bay of Islands. Travel over the Auckland Harbour Bridge and through the North Shore to Paihia.Overnight: Blue Pacifi c Quality Apartments

Day 3 Bay of IslandsYou have a free day today to explore Paihia and the Bay of Islands. Included in your package is a Fullers Flexi Ticket that allows you to choose one of the following activities – The Cream Trip Cruise, Dolphin Adventures – Swim with the Dolphins, Excitor ‘Hole in the Rock’ Adventure, Cape Brett Cruise or a Cape Reinga Wanderer tour (excluding lunch).Overnight: Blue Pacifi c Quality Apartments

Day 4 Bay of Islands – Auckland (250kms)The morning is free for you to further explore the beautiful Bay of Islands. This afternoon make your way from the Bay of Islands to Auckland.Overnight: The Quadrant

Day 5 Auckland – Waitomo Caves – Rotorua (400 kms)Drive via Waitomo to Rotorua.Todays highlight is the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves with a visit climaxed by drifting silently in a boat on the underground river under the milky way of millions of glow worms from the cavern roof above you.Overnight: Marama Resort

Day 6 Rotorua (L)The morning is free to explore the major sights and attractions of Rotorua. Entrance is included to Te Puia and its Thermal Valley of roaring geysers, steaming rivers and boiling mud pools, to Rainbow Springs to view trout and other wildlife and to the famous Agrodome Sheep Show. A gondola cable car ride to the Skyline Skyride for a buffet lunch and for more courageous ones a ride on the “Luge” is included.Overnight: Marama Resort

Day 7 Rotorua – Taupo (82kms)Driving past Waiotapu Thermal Reserve and the man-made pine forests of Tahorakuri, you arrive at Wairakei where you can view the Geothermal Project and the cascading Huka Falls before continuing on to Lake Taupo.Overnight: Marama Resort

Day 8 Taupo – Wellington (375kms)Travel south through Tongariro National Park to Levin and onto Wellington, New Zealand’s capital.Overnight: Terrace Heights Apartment

Day 9 Wellington – Picton – Nelson (115kms)This morning return your rental car to the Ferry Terminal Depot. Board the Interislander Ferry for your journey across Cook Strait to Picton. On arrival in Picton collect your rental car and make your way to Nelson.Overnight: Grand Mercure Nelson Monaco Apartments

Day 10 NelsonFull day at your leisure and time for optional sightseeing. You may like to visit the Abel Tasman National Park where activities abound – sea kayaking, cruising and walking through the park. Visit the World of Wearable Arts and Collectable Cars Complex or perhaps enjoy a Lord of the Rings helicopter fl ight over some of the fi lm locations used in the Lord of the Rings trilogy.Overnight: Grand Mercure Nelson Monaco Apartments

Day 11 Nelson – Greymouth – Franz Josef Glacier (520 kms)Cross the Hope Saddle to Kawatiri Junction before entering the Buller Gorge and following the Buller River to Westport. View the amazing Pancake Rock formations at Punakaiki and then on to Greymouth, nestled on the banks of the Grey River. Continue southwards along the coast to reach Westland National Park and the glacier region.Overnight: Glenfern Villas

Day 12 Franz Josef GlacierA full day at leisure to enjoy the magnifi cent glaciers. Climb on to the slow moving river of ice or take a scenic fl ight (optional) for a bird’s eye view of this spectacular terrain.Overnight: Glenfern Villas

Day 13 Franz Josef Glacier – Queenstown (420 kms)Depart this morning through the South Westland Heritage Park and across the rugged Haast Pass and Lake Wanaka. This afternoon’s travel is through the Kawarau Gorge to reach Queenstown.Overnight: Breakfree Alpine Village

Day 14 QueenstownThe day is free for you to experience Queenstown and the surrounding areas. There are some great vineyards nearby or just relax in this beautiful alpine town. (Your Sight Saver Voucher Booklet is full of exciting and interesting sightseeing options)Overnight: Breakfree Alpine Village

Day 15 Queenstown – Dunedin (300kms)Drive south via Roxburgh and Central Otago to reach Dunedin.Overnight: Quest Dunedin

Day 16 DunedinFull day at your leisure and time for optional sightseeing. You may like to drive out to the Otago Peninsula where you can view the Yellow Eyed Penguins and the Royal Albatross Colony or perhaps visit historic Larnach Castle and Olverston House.Overnight: Quest Dunedin

Day 17 Dunedin - Christchurch (365kms)Drive north towards Oamaru and Timaru before crossing the Canterbury Plains to arrive back in Christchurch.Overnight: Scenic Circle Fino Casementi All Suites

Day 18 Depart ChristchurchYour tour concludes today with returning your rental car to the city or airport depot.

Inclusions: • 17 nights accommodation • Fullers Flexi Ticket (1 trip) • Entrance to Waitomo Caves, Te Puia, Rainbow Springs, Agrodome • Gondola and luge ride with a buffet lunch at Rotorua Skyline

Skyrides • Ferry crossing from Wellington to Picton • UTC Sight Saver Voucher Booklet • Document wallet • 12.5 % GST • 17 days rental car with basic insurance, unlimited mileage and road

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Special Places

Special Paces has brought together 19 of New Zealand’s most exceptional lodges, and carefully matched them with uniquely New Zealand activities and attractions. These experiences can vary per season, making the best of what each season has to offer! Some of the lodges are on New Zealand’s stunning coastline. Some are tucked away in the bush. Others are nestled in the countryside, in the heart of wine-growing regions and in forested mountain valleys.

Each of the Special Places packages includes two nights luxurious accommodation, fi rst class table d’hôte cuisine, matching the fi nest and freshest of produce with award winning wines and sumptuous breakfasts, all with a personalised service and the best of hospitality. Activities refl ect the location of each of these lodges and include walking, horse trekking, wildlife and heritage tours, wine tasting, cruising, fi shing, fl ightseeing, culinary classes and farm tours. Please contact us for unique seasonal activities.

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Eagles Nest, Russell

Set on a secluded private estate with expansive view, this world class 5 star, 4 villa retreat is an ideal venue for the holiday of a lifetime. Unique ExperienceFly by helicopter over the famous Ninety-Mile Beach and tour by exclusive vehicle to the Cape Reinga Lighthouse. Including gourmet picnic lunch.

Lake Taupo Lodge, Lake Taupo

Enjoy true Kiwi hospitality at this secluded lodge set within park-like gardens above Acacia Bay on the western shores of Lake Taupo. Unique ExperienceCruise on the steamboat replica of the MV Ernest Kemp for a 2 hour voyage of discovery on Lake Taupo. View the world famous Maori rock carvings and hot water beach.

Earthsong Lodge, Great Barrier Island

Experience New Zealand in a relaxing, beautiful location -the essence of nature is captured on Great Barrier Island. Unique ExperienceA guided walk through the forest, home of many rare and endangered birds and subtropical native fl ora.

Huka Lodge, Taupo

Huka Lodge is renowned for its outstanding levels of service and exquisite cuisine, all within accommodations designed to take advantage of the beautiful and tranquil surroundings.Unique ExperienceEnjoy a picnic hamper in the park like surroundings of the lodge or on the banks of the Waikato River.

Kauri Cliffs, Northland

The lodge has a spectacular setting, overlooking the golf course and Pacifi c Ocean.Unique ExperiencePicnic on one of the private beaches or at the waterfall.

Kawaha Point Lodge, Rotorua

Kawaha Point Lodge is a beautifully restored family-owned retreat on the shores of Lake Rotorua, with commanding views of Rotorua city to Mount Tarawera. Unique ExperienceVisit Mokoia Island on Lake Rotorua, where you will see and learn about the fl ora and fauna of this Island Wildlife Sanctuary, home of the Kiwi, Saddleback and Kokako.

The Farm at Cape Kidnappers, Hawkes Bay

Set atop 6,000 rolling acres of pasture land, each suite has 180-degree panoramic views of the farm, golf course and Pacifi c Ocean.Unique ExperienceA guided 4WD tour to Cape Kidnappers Gannet Colony - the world’s largest, most accessible Gannet nesting place.

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Greenhill, the Lodge, Hastings

This beautifully restored historic homestead sits in 12 hectares of park-like grounds and commands panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Unique ExperienceWithin just a few minutes of Greenhill Lodge you can be ‘On Yer Bike’ to explore a wine region. All equipment and lunch provided.

Claremont Country Estate, North Canterbury

The high country sheep station offers breathtaking scenery, stunning geology and unique natural rock sculptures. Set in the Waipara Gorge, just 45 minutes from Christchurch. Unique ExperienceTake a 4WD tour of the estate and the Waipara river valley, a combination of a New Zealand farm tour, a genuine off road driving experience and a geological odyssey.

Corstorphine House, Dunedin

A luxury private hotel with unique accommodation, memorable fi ne dining and an idyllic 12 acre estate. Unique ExperienceA full day trip to the Otago Peninsula on the MV Monarch Rock through the Otago Harbour to the Pacifi c Ocean including viewing of albatrosses, seals, sea lions and penguins.

Blanket Bay, Queenstown

Mirrored in Lake Wakatipu, among golden tussocks and sheltered by high peaks, 45 km from Queenstown. Unique ExperienceFrom the comfort the Jet Boat, you’ll discover the spectacular beauty of the Dart River scenery, as well as having the option of a short walk to hidden rock pools deep in Mount Aspiring National Park.

Timara Lodge, Blenheim

Nestled in the peaceful countryside of the Marlborough wine growing region, with luxurious facilities, this is quite simply the perfect spot to unwind. Unique ExperienceAn option between a ‘Master Cooking Class’ with Michelin star rated chef Louis Schindler– or an exclusive tour and tasting with one of the wine makers of Timara’s own winery.

Otahuna Lodge, Christchurch

Prestigious luxury accommodation meets exemplary service and cuisine in the context of an elegant, historic country estate. Unique ExperienceA guided tour of Otahuna’s 30 acres of botanic gardens with a lead gardener.

Whare Kea Lodge, Wanaka

Nestled in 30 hectares of private farmland on the shores of Lake Wanaka, offering the ultimate in scenery and seclusion. Unique ExperienceExperience a 15 minute Helicopter fl ight through the majestic mountain scenery. Enjoy a specially prepared picnic luncheon at the Whare Kea Alpine Chalet, while overlooking Mt Aspiring.

Remarkables Lodge, Queenstown

A house of character and charm, with seven rooms and suites with glorious views.Unique ExperienceAn afternoon among the boutique vineyards and spectacular scenery of Central Otago including a delightful platter style lunch at Carrick Winery restaurant.

Grasmere Lodge, Arthur’s Pass

The limestone homestead forms the core of the lodge with a variety of lake and mountain view rooms. Unique ExperienceExperience a half day guided horse trek with the skilled and knowledgeable guide and enjoy local tales amid a wild and inspiring landscape.

Pen-y-bryn Lodge, Oamaru

Pen-y-bryn is surrounded by landscaped, manicured gardens. Superb antique furnishings combined with the amenities today’s discerning travellers demand, contribute to the unique graciousness. Unique ExperienceGo on a specially guided tour of the yellow eyed penguins with entrance to view the little blue penguins.

Tiritiri Lodge, Wanaka

Tiritiri Lodge, on the eastern shore of Lake Wanaka is architecturally designed to maximise the views from each guest room of Lake Wanaka and the Southern Alps.Unique ExperienceVisit Mou Waho Island Nature Reserve on Lake Wanaka. A well-formed track climbs steadily through native bush to near the top, where you have a sweeping 360-degree view.

Fiordland Lodge, Te Anau

The elegance and splendour of Fiordland Lodge is mirrored in the breathtaking views of Lake Te Anau and Fiordland. The open architecture of the lodge refl ects the vastness of the Fiordland National Park. Unique ExperienceA private guided tour to Milford Sound with cruise or alternatively, you cast a line to the rainbow and brown trout.

Golfi ng in New Zealand

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New Zealand offers magnifi cently designed courses frequently set against breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains, lakes, forests and stunning seascapes. No wonder this makes New Zealand one of the world’s most sought after golf locations.

UTC New Zealand has provided a series of 18 hole, day golf, packages throughout New Zealand. If you want to experience a round of golf at some of New Zealand’s best golf courses, contact your travel agency for inclusion in any itinerary.

All packages include return transfers, green fees and electric cart. Rental clubs & shoes are available at an additional cost.

The Kauri Cliffs championship golf course offers fi ve sets of tees to challenge every skill level. Fifteen holes view the Pacifi c Ocean, six of which are played alongside cliffs which plunge to the sea. The beautiful inland holes wind through marsh, forest and farmland.

This golf course is located at Gulf Harbour on the Whangaparoa Peninsula, just 45 minute north of Auckland. The course combines spectacular ocean views and rolling terrain to give an exciting and challenging game of golf.

Completed in 2004, Cape Kidnappers will challenge golfers of all skill levels. The golf course has been hailed as one of the great modern marvels in golf and is currently ranked the 41st best golf course in the world by Golf Magazine.

Kauri Cliffs Gulf Harbour Country Club Cape Kidnappers

Located just 20 minutes from downtown Auckland, The Grange Golf Club offers excellent facilities and a championship standard course suitable for players of all abilities.

Just 15 minutes from central Christchurch, Russley Golf Club provides and outstanding Championship Course and practice area and has attracted many international and national tournaments. Being a parklands course, lined with pines and oaks, wildlife can often be seen here.

Located just 20 minutes from downtown Auckland, this is 18 holes of golfi ng delight, set in a background of native bush, tall and exotic trees.

Located around one hour’s drive from Christchurch and situated at the majestic mountains and Rakaia River Gorge. Terrace Downs offers a championship golf course, rated as one of the top courses and golfi ng destinations in New Zealand. Based at the foothills of the Southern Alps, there are very few scenic alpine courses like it.

Located just 10 minutes from Taupo City Centre, this course lies on 450 acres of rolling countryside. Developed to meet the rigorous design standards required for world class competition, the end result is a course that sprawls over the property using the natural contours to the fullest.

Located 25 minutes from central Queenstown, this spectacular championship golf course is set amidst a spectacular alpine amphitheatre. Strategic use of water and sand traps ensure exciting and demanding golf.

Located 20 minutes from Central Christchurch, this championship course layout is already turning heads in the golfi ng world. The course meanders around a succession of spring fed lakes and trout fi lled streams.

Just 20 minutes from central Queenstown, the course occupies a rolling plateau atop the Kelvin Heights peninsula and is surrounded on here sides by the lake, with the backdrop being the magnifi cent Remarkable Range.

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New Zealand City Stays

We have featured a selection of city stays in some of New Zealand’s most exciting cities and offer you a taste of the main attractions of each area.

All packages include 2 nights accommodation in either Standard or Superior accommodation (see page 8/9), return airport transfers and an iconic activity in that city.

A great way to experience the highlights of the country’s cities if you are on a tight schedule.

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Inclusions:• 2 nights accommodation (see page 8/9)• Return airport / hotel / airport transfer• Half day city sightseeing tour including

a trip over the Harbour Bridge and a visit to the famous Auckland landmark of Mount Eden, a dormant volcano whose summit offers excellent panoramic views of the city and harbours. See evidence of Auckland’s volcanic history, the most signifi cant being the youngest volcano of Rangitoto Island, at the entrance to the Waitemata Harbour. Visit Auckland Domain, the city’s oldest park situated on a 62,000 year old volcano and the trendy shopping area of Parnell Village with its historical buildings that have been transformed into boutiques, antique, craft and specialty shops. Drive along the scenic waterfront route of Tamaki Drive.

Inclusions:• 2 nights accommodation (see page 8/9)• Return airport / hotel / airport transfer• Half day city sightseeing tour including the famous Beehive and Parliament

Buildings, Old Saint Paul’s Cathedral, the fi nest example of Revival Gothic architecture in the Southern Hemisphere, Exquisite Lady Norwood Rose Gardens, the largest wooden building in the Southern Hemisphere, various buildings exemplifying classic early Wellington architecture, and the 360-degree views of Wellington City, hills and harbour from the summit of Mt Victoria etc.

Inclusions:• 2 nights accommodation (see page 8/9)• Return airport / hotel / airport transfer• Half day sightseeing tour including

a visit to Te Puia and its mighty geysers, and boiling mud pools. See the traditional arts & culture of the Maori People at the Maori Arts & Crafts Institute. Visit Rainbow Springs - a unique showcase of New Zealand’s fl ora and fauna including New Zealand’s national icon, a kiwi bird; and the Agrodome Sheep Show - a hands-on experience giving you an animated insight into New Zealand’s farming history.

Inclusions:• 2 nights accommodation (see page 8/9)• Return airport / hotel / airport transfer• Half day city sightseeing tour - a

genuine British double-decker bus sightseeing tour and a bird’s eye view of the spectacular Wakatipu basin along with some of the areas key attractions such as Lake Hayes, Bungy Jump site, Historic Arrowtown and Gibbston Valley Wines.

Inclusions:• 2 nights accommodation (see page 8/9)• Return airport / hotel / airport transfer• Half day city sightseeing tour including

Christchurch Arts Centre, Botanic Gardens, the Avon River and Canterbury Museum. On leaving the inner city, the tour takes in several parks and gardens including Mona Vale Gardens and Hagley Park before heading to the Port Hills for spectacular views over the city and Canterbury Plains to the Southern Alps.

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For the independent traveller, wanting to plan their own itineraries on New Zealand’s largest transport network. Travel to just about anywhere you want to go in New Zealand all year around. You can even use Flexi-Pass to experience the Kings Cape Brett Cruise in the Bay of Islands and the Interislander Ferry. Flexi-Pass is sold in blocks of time which allows you to travel on regular InterCity bus journeys or on any Great Sights sightseeing journeys or a mixture of both, in any direction as many times as your hours allow. Plan your itinerary, calculate the amount of time required to cover your journey and purchase your Flexi-Pass accordingly. Your mileage can be topped up as you travel at any time in increments of 5 or 10 hours.

For transportation we use the best tourist class coaching, providing quality services at a reasonable price. All coaches have large panoramic windows, air conditioning and comfortable seating. Most of the coaches have a rest room, on coach video and twin doors allowing easier access to and from the coach for all passengers. Your coach driver/guides are experienced, friendly and willing to help during the touring day. Each day (on most sectors) they will provide an informative commentary en-route, and a complete luggage service. A foreign language commentary is also available (through headphones) on most touring routes (Japanese and Mandarin). The meeting of new friends, of many different nationalities, is one of the highlights of a Flexi-Pass Coach tour.

Flexi-Pass sector reservations can either be made prior to your arrival in New Zealand or upon arrival. Reservations can be made by telephone to a toll free number, online with the use of a password, or through your UTC consultant. Reservations can be made at least two hours in advance (subject to availability). Travel plans can be changed up to 2 hours before departure without incurring penalties.

Best value for money (Buy your Flexi-Pass in blocks)

NZ$ NZ$ NZ$

5 hours $60* 25 hours $288 45 hours $496

10 hours $121* 30 hours $342 50 hours $544

15 hours $179 35 hours $396 55 hours $592

20 hours $235 40 hours $449 60 hours $640

* Top-up only (for existing pass holders)

Accommodation Passes

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Enjoy the fl exibility of New Zealand’s most popular Accommodation Passes – Golden Chain Motels and Go Kiwi Hotels. You can either pre-book your accommodation or book as you go.

With a choice of motels, hotels or apartments with different room types and price levels - there’s something for everyone!

Go Kiwi Hotel Pass

Golden Chain Motels

Offering New Zealand’s most extensive accommodation network, this accommodation pass has been operating for over 15 years and includes over 100

properties in over 46 locations. The properties include independently owned, chain members, resorts and some of the worlds’ largest international hotel groups.

The hotel pass operates on a simple voucher system using fi ve gradings: Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum and Platinum Plus. You can easily decide on your preferential price or additional benefi ts. The fi ve grades are based on a combination of location, room standard, and hotel amenities.

There are no minimum or maximum night restrictions, making Go Kiwi the most diverse accommodation pass available in New Zealand. All hotels within the Go Kiwi Hotel Programme have a full list of features, services and accommodation provided in the Go Kiwi directory which will be given to you when purchasing your vouchers.

Wherever in New Zealand you travel, it’s nice to know that all the comforts of home are to be found at a Golden Chain Motel.

Golden Chain offers the most extensive self-contained and serviced accommodation network

throughout New Zealand, with nearly 90 motels and motor inns in major cities, tourist locations, provincial towns and other popular destinations.

Each Golden Chain motel is individually owned and operated. The unique

personality of each offers the visitor a true New Zealand experience. The Golden Chain accommodation pass provides quality 100% Qualmark rated accommodation with a distinctly New Zealand style. Golden Chain is the only self-catering accommodation brand in New Zealand to set these standards for every property.

Sold at two price levels with no minimum night stay restrictions, Golden Chain offers a property almost anywhere you could ask for throughout New Zealand.

Per room per night 01 Oct 08-30 Apr 09 01 May 09-30 Sep 09Room Extra Person Room Extra Person

Bronze Pass 136 35 121 35Silver Pass 157 35 132 35Gold Pass 190 35 163 35Platinum Pass 249 49 217 49Platinum Plus 315 49 315 49

**Conditions apply please refer to your travel agent for full details

Per room per night

01 Oct 08- 30 Apr 09 01May 09 – 30 Sep 09 Extra PersonStudio 1 brm 2 brm Studio 1 brm 2 brm

Blue Pass 119 137 172 101 119 172 18Gold Pass 136 154 192 136 154 192 18

A surcharge of NZ$20- per room per night applies for properties in Franz Josef and Fox Glacier from Oct08-Apr09 and there is no winter rate for Ohakune and Queenstown, summer rate applies 01May 09– 30Sep 09

**Further conditions apply please refer to your travel agent for full details

Example Go Kiwi Gold/Platinum/Platinum Plus: Garden Court Suites, Queenstown

Example Go Kiwi Gold/Platinum Pass: Distinction Rotorua

Example Go Kiwi Gold/Platinum Plus: Chateau Marlborough, Blenheim

Example Golden Chain Gold: Tuscany Gardens, Nelson Example Golden Chain Gold Pass: Wine Country Lodge, Havelock North

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Enjoy the freedom and fun of having your own home away from home! All motorhomes are fully equipped with bedding, cutlery, cooking utensils, fridge and cooker. This gives you a great chance to explore at your own pace, while having the convenience of your transportation and accommodation all in one!

Validity Spirit 2 (2BM)

Max 2 -3 people

Spirit 2 Grande (2BMA)Max 2 people

Spirit 2 T/S (2BTSM)

Max 2 people

Spirit 4 (4BM)Max 4 people

Spirit 6 (6BM)Max 6 people

Days Days Days Days Days

5+ 21+ 5+ 21+ 5+ 21+ 5+ 21+ 5+ 21+

01-31 Oct 08 112 106 122 116 138 131 170 162 190 180

01Nov-15 Dec 08 152 144 162 154 187 178 235 223 265 252

16 Dec 08-28 Feb 09 215 204 225 214 265 252 315 299 340 323

01-31 Mar 09 185 176 195 185 215 204 255 242 290 276

01-30 Apr 09 125 119 135 128 165 157 200 190 230 219

01 May-30 Sep 09 75 71 90 86 100 95 125 119 145 138

Rates Include:• Unlimited kilometers• Vehicle insurance (excess applies,

see information under the heading “for your protection – vehicle excess)

• 12.5% GST • Starter Pack• Extra driver fees• Airport transfer upon vehicle collection and return (except in Wellington)• Kitchen equipment includes plates, bowls, cups, glasses, knives, forks, spoons, bottle/can

opener, mixing bowls, colander, saucepans, frying pans, cooking utensils, chopping board, kettle, teapot, coffee plunger, toaster and tea towel

• Linen and bedding includes pillow, pillowcase, duvet and towel per person. Extra duvet available at no extra cost if required)

• General equipment includes pegs, dustpan/brush, fi re extinguisher, bucket/hose, broom, matches, ice cube tray, coat hangers and toilet chemicals

• Supermarket Discount Card• Customer care 24 hour, 7 days per week road service helpline (toll free)• Travel Wallet including road maps and travel information• New Zealand leading attractions map including discounts to iconic tourist attractions• Complimentary mountain bike hire at selected Top Ten Holiday Park

Rates Exclude:• Insurance excess of NZ$7500 applies to your hire and will be debited to your credit card at

time of pick up. You can reduce this excess to NZ$2500 by paying a reduction fee of NZ$22 per day up to a maximum of NZ$1100. You can further reduce the excess to nil by paying an additional NZ$40 per day up to a maximum of NZ$2000.

• Upon vehicle collection, a security deposit is required. The amount is determined by the excess reduction option selected. If you do not take an excess reduction option, the security deposit is NZ$7500 payable by credit card. The NZ$7500 is debited to the hirer’s credit card when the vehicle is collected. For this reason it is important that the hirer have the funds available on the credit card and that the amount does not exceed the hirer’s daily withdrawal allowance. If excess reduction option 1 has been taken the Security Deposit is NZ$2500. The NZ$2500 is debited to the hirer’s credit card when the vehicle is collected. For this reason it is important that the hirer have the funds available on the credit card and that the amount does not exceed the hirer’s daily withdrawal allowance. If Excess Reduction Option 2 is nominated with or without no worries cover or the package booked is the premium package the security deposit is NZ$220. The NZ$220 is taken as an imprint to the hirer’s credit card when the vehicle is collected. An imprint simply records a fi gure against the hirer’s credit card of NZ$220 that Maui can then debit if required.

Rental Conditions• Rental days are based on a calendar day. When calculating the number of days a vehicle is

rented, the day of pick up is counted as day one of the rental. The day of the vehicle’s return is counted as the fi nal day of the rental. Vehicles are required to be collected and returned within business hours.

• When a rental moves from one rate season into the next, the calculation is based on both rates.

• Minimum rental is 5 days— except between 23 December and 10 January when it is 10 days• Minimum rental period is 10 days when a vehicle is being collected from the North Island and

is being returned to the South Island if the rental commences between the months of October through to March.

• Minimum rental period is subject to change during peak periods. • These rates and terms may not apply to rentals exceeding 100 days, which include multi

hires. Requests for quotes/bookings of more than 100 days should be fi rst directed to Reservations.

• Late pick up or early return of vehicle does not entitle the hirer to any refund of the unused portion of the rental

• One-way rentals are available between all branch locations. A one-way rental fee of NZD250.00 is charged for rentals between the North & South Island (and vice versa), where pick up is between 01 Oct 2008 & 31 Mar 2009

• Diesel Tax Recovery Fee will be calculated and collected on return of the vehicle based on the kilometers traveled during the hire — the vehicle rates per 100kms are as follows (subject to Government changes): 2BM — NZD4.45, 2BTSM — NZD4.70, 4BM — NZD4.70, 6BM — NZD4.85

• Branch hours for pick up & drop off Auckland & Christchurch — daily 0800-1730 — closed Christmas Day Queenstown — daily 0800-1730 — closed Christmas Day (summer hours), 0800-1700 (winter hours).

• Queenstown & Wellington — Pick up and / or drop off in Wellington and Queenstown incur a NZ$200 fee (same city pick up and drop off, one fee applies).

• Transfers — free airport to Branch (& vice versa) transfers on day of arrival & departure for Auckland & Christchurch branches. Queenstown branch is located at the airport. The Wellington agency is located 40 minutes from the airport and clients must fi nd their own transportation to & from the branch at their own expense.

• License — a full resident country drivers license is to be presented at the time of rental. If the license is not in English format, an international drivers license is also required. Drivers must be 21 years of age or over. A medical certifi cate stating that the customer is fi t to drive the vehicle they have booked for the duration of the hire is required for drivers over the age of 75.

• Change of vehicle — should the vehicle booked be unavailable through unforeseen circumstances, Maui reserves the right to substitute an alternative vehicle without prior notifi cation and at no extra cost. This shall not constitute a breach of contract and does not entitle the hirer to a refund.

• Cancellation fees as follows:If cancelled up to 22 days prior to pick-up — no feeIf cancelled from 21-7 days prior to pick-up — 20% of gross rentalIf cancelled from 6-1 day prior to pick-up — 50% of gross rentalIf cancelled on day of pick-up or no-show — 100% of gross rentalIf vehicle is returned early for any reason whatsoever — no refund available

Spirit 2

Spirit 2 Grande

Spirit 2 T/S

Spirit 4

Spirit 6

• Experience of camping with the added convenience of your own kitchen

• Clever use of compact space• Fold out picnic table• Rear access door• CD Player/Radio.

• Experience of camping with the added convenience of your own kitchen

• Large double bed• Automatics available• Clever use of compact space• Fold out picnic table• CD Player/Radio.

• Large and comfy bed• Large spacious living area• Rear access door• CD Player/Radio• Pressured hot shower• Good interior height• Microwave, gas cooker

• 2 thick comfy double beds -kids love the overhead bunk

• Automatics available• Ample storage including wardrobe/External

locker• Personal safe for belongings• CD Player/Radio with cabin speakers• Pressured hot shower• Microwave, gas cooker and grill• Panoramic windows – light and airy interiors.

• 3 thick comfy double beds -kids love the overhead bunk

• Personal safe for belongings• CD Player/Radio with cabin speakers• Pressured hot shower• Microwave, gas cooker and family size

fridge• Panoramic windows – light and airy

interiors

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Ski New Zealand

New Zealand can become a winter wonderland between the months of June – early September each year. The central North Island and the South Island have some fantastic mountain areas that are home to great ski-fi elds. We’ve put together for you some basic winter packages that allow you to experience the snow and give skiing a try. A full range of services and products are available including ski and clothing hire, ski lessons and passes.

Mt Hutt 3 days/2 nights

Treble Cone, Wanaka 3 days/2 nights

The Remarkables & Coronet Peak, Queenstown 3 days/2 nights

At just over an hours drive from Christchurch International Airport, Mt Hutt is a very accessible mountain. Views from the top of Mt Hutt are breathtaking – on a clear day you can see all the way from the Pacifi c Ocean to the heart of the Southern Alps. With one of the largest vertical drops in the South Island there is plenty of terrain available for all abilities. Perfect for snow lovers from total beginners through to the world’s best ski racers and pro riders who train here each winter.

Nestled in the heart of New Zealand’s stunning Southern Lakes, Wanaka is a favourite winter playground and world class destination for your on-snow and après ski experience. Treble Cone is a popular Wanaka Ski Area internationally renowned for its exhilarating skiing and snowboarding terrain. With 550 hectares of uncrowded slopes, vertical rise of 705 metres and majestic views over Lake Wanaka, you’ll be blown away!

Located on the shores of Lake Wakatipu and surrounded by soaring mountain peaks, Queenstown is amongst the world’s greatest alpine resorts. Coronet Peak and The Remarkables are both just a short drive from the heart of town. Coronet Peak has the most varied terrain of any mountain in the area and is suitable for all ages and abilities. At The Remarkables, it’s all about fun, families, freestyle and love of the big mountain environment. Catering superbly for the beginner and intermediate market, there is also a wealth of big mountain possibilities for off-piste enthusiasts.

Inclusions:• 3 days rental car hire (ex Christchurch)• 2 nights accommodation in either

Methven or Christchurch• 1 beginners ski lesson• 2 days of lift passes per person for Mt

Hutt Ski Field

Inclusions:• 3 days rental car hire (ex Queenstown)• 2 nights accommodation in Wanaka• 1 beginners ski lesson• 2 days of lift passes per person for

Treble Cone Ski Field

Inclusions:• 3 days rental car hire• 2 nights accommodation in Queenstown• 1 beginners ski lesson• 2 days of lift passes per person for The

Remarkables or Cornet Peak Ski Field

Important InformationValidityThis brochure is valid from 01 October 2008-30 September 2009

Tour PriceAll prices in this brochure are quoted in New Zealand dollars.

Reservations & Payment– A deposit of $200 per person is due and payable at time of reservation and the

balance must be paid 28 days before departure.– Once your reservation has been confi rmed, any alterations will incur a minimum

of $25 communication and handling charge.

Confi rmations & CancellationsShould you need to cancel your holiday arrangements after confi rmation, cancellation charges will be imposed as follows:– 28 days or more before departure Forfeit deposit– 14 to 27 days 30% of tour price– 7 to 13 days 50% of tour price– below 6 days 100% of tour price

Children fareChildren are classed as being under 12 years of age.– Seat in coach: Child sharing with 2 adults with existing bed paying 50% of adults

twin share fare and adult paying twin. Child sharing with 2 adults with extra bed paying 67% of adults twin share fare and adult paying triple. Child sharing with 1 adult paying 80% of twin rates and adult paying twin.

– Self-drive tour prices for children are available on application– Infants under 2 years inclusive are free of charge.

Self Drive Passengers Car Rental PolicyCar rental usage is based on the number of days in the package. Should fl ight arrival and fl ight departure times exceed the number of days of the package, the car must either be returned within the packaged rental period, or passengers will have to pay the difference should they wish to keep the rental car until departure. (For more details please see page on car rentals) UTC reserves the right to use other rental car companies.

RefundsNo refund will be available once travel has commenced in respect of tours, accommodations or any other services not utilised.

InsuranceUTC strongly recommends the purchase of comprehensive travel insurance from your travel agent. This should include protection against cancellation charges, loss or damage of personal effects, loss of cash, medical expenses and personal liability.

Passport/VisasA valid passport is required for entry into all New Zealand. Check with your travel agent regarding visa requirements for New Zealand as UTC takes no responsibility for visa issuance.

Hotels & ChangesChanges in itinerary, accommodation or services are not likely, however UTC reserves the right to make such changes if necessary for the comfort or safety of the passengers or for circumstances beyond our control.

ExclusionsTour prices do not include any airfares (international and domestic) or meals (other than specifi ed), personal expenses such as dry cleaning, beverages, tips, hotel porterage, international and/or domestic airport taxes, excess baggage charges, passport or visa fees or cost of vaccination/inoculation. International air travel is not

included in any of the brochure tours. (Please refer to the inclusions given in each tour at the bottom of each tour description)

TaxesThe New Zealand Goods and Services Tax (GST) currently at 12.5% is included in all costs.

Fuel PricesPlease note that nay increase in transport supplier costs as a result of rising fuel prices will be passed on.

ConditionsUTC and /or associated companies give notice that all tickets and vouchers are issued by them on the condition they shall be exempt from all liability in respect of any detention, loss, damage, sickness or injury however and by whomsoever caused. They reserve the right to alter or amend itineraries according to circumstances. The transportation companies or fi rms shall be exempt from liability in respect of any act, detention or loss, damage, sickness, omission, even of injury however, or by whatsoever caused and whatever kind occurring of or by the passenger at any time when the passenger is not on board a carrier or conveyance used or operated by the transport companies or fi rms.

The passage contract in use by the transport companies or fi rms concerned shall constitute the sole contract between the transport companies or fi rms and the purchaser of these holidays and/or passengers. All tickets, deposit tickets, coupons and orders are furnished and issued subject in all respects of these terms and conditions under which the means of transportation or other services provided thereby are offered or supplied by owners, operators, public carriers, managing agents, or agents.

Coach TravelWe use a variety of scheduled coach services for our itineraries in the brochure.

Responsibility and LiabilityThe Operator is an independent contractor and acts as the ground operator for the tours in this brochure. The responsibility of the operator is strictly limited. The operator does not own or operate, nor are they an agent for any of the fi rms which will provide goods and services for the trip or for any option which may be available in connection with the trip (including optional side trips, car rentals etc.) and the operator has not priced the trip or option to allow the operator to guarantee against failure of any such fi rms. Accordingly, participant(s) agrees to seek remedies directly with the supplier and not to hold the operator liable, in the absence of their negligence, or any loss, injury, delay or expense which results directly or indirectly from any action or omission, whether negligent or otherwise, or any entity providing goods or services for the trip of any available option (eg. The quality of services, cleanliness of a hotel or hotel over booking). Participant(s) also aggress not to hold the operator liable for circumstances beyond their control (eg. Force majeure). Participant(s) acknowledge that neither the operator, nor it’s agent has made any representations or promises with respect to the trips described herein except as expressly set forth in this brochure, unless such agreement is in writing and signed by an offi cer of the operator. At any time, the operator may decline, for any reason, any person as a participant on a trip (or option) whereupon the operator’s only obligation shall be to refund to such agreement is in writing and signed by an offi cer of the operator At any time, the operator may decline, for any reason , any person as a participant on a trip (or option) whereupon the operator’s only obligation shall be to refund to such a person that portion of payment, may cancel any trip at any time for any reason (e.g. denial of landing rights, lack of demand etc.) in which case the operator’s liability is limited to a full refund within 14 days.

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