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Day 1: Arrive Auckland
On arrival at Auckland airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your accommodation (self drive passengers collect rental car on arrival). Known as the City of Sails", Auckland is New Zealand's largest and most vibrant city offering an array of cosmopolitan experiences. Enfolded by two huge harbours, Auckland is an environment that's alive with cultural excitement and sea-flavoured challenges.

Day 2: Auckland - Bay of Islands
Leaving your hotel this morning, cross the Harbour Bridge and travel through the northern suburbs of Auckland with the beach side homes of the Hibiscus Coast to the west, and the bush-covered Waitakere Ranges out to the west. Marvel at the magnificence of the protected Kauri Tree at the Parry Kauri Park and enjoy spectacular scenery of native forests and sub-tropical bush as you make your way to Paihia in the Bay of Islands, a seaside town nestled on the foreshore of the National Maritime Park.

Day 3: Bay of Islands - At Leisure
Today is at leisure to explore this beautiful National Maritime Park. Perhaps take a tour to the top of the North Island to visit Ninety Mile Beach and Cape Reinga, cruise to Cape Brett and the famous “Hole in the Rock”, go sailing, try your hand at big game fishing or take a short ferry ride will take you to the historic town of Russell, which was New Zealand’s first Capital town. Alternatively simply relax on a beautiful golden sandy beach (additional cost). And to complete the day we have included a spa treatment designed to de-stress and re-energise.

Day 4: Bay of Islands - Mangatawhiri Valley
Today enjoy a leisurely drive via the East Coast of the North Island and through Auckland’s northern suburbs. You may note the sprawling nature of Auckland, which despite only having one million inhabitants, is one of the top 10 largest cities in the world area wise. Then continue south to reach you destination nestled in the native bus of the Mangatawhiri Valley.

Day 5: Mangatawhiri Valley -Rotorua
The Waikato River will accompany you for much of your journey today through the green countryside as you travel to the inland city of Hamilton, a city carved in two by the mighty Waikato River. Your journey then continues through the fertile Waikato region before arriving at the geothermal wonderland of Rotorua.

Day 6: Rotorua - At Leisure
Today is at leisure to relax or explore the "thermal city". Optional activities include a visit to one of the local thermal reserves, a cruise on Lake Rotorua, a four wheel drive excursion to the summit of Mt Tarawera, or perhaps a visit to the award winning Rainbow Springs trout pools and farmshow (additional cost). Tonight bathe in the thermal waters and enjoy and aix massage or mud treatment at Polynesian Spa.

Day 7: Rotorua - Queenstown
Time at leisure this morning before joining your scheduled flight to Queenstown (flight not included). On arrival you collect your new rental vehicle or are transferred to your accommodation. On arrival, enjoy some time relaxing in this pristine environment. Later this afternoon enjoy a one hour massage at the Spa at Millbrook Resort.

Day 8: Queenstown -Dart River Safari
Today enjoy the true wilderness experience on a journey of discovery, ancient forests, cascading waterfalls and New Zealand wilderness at its best. Jetboat the full length of the Dart River … and more! Then journey the back road via Paradise and enjoy an easy walk amidst ancient forests and birdsong – a must for any visitor to New Zealand, a journey to mesmerize even the most seasoned traveller. Awe-inspiring, informative, educational and fun are the words that will describe your day!

Day 9: Queenstown - At Leisure
Today is at leisure to relax or explore Queenstown. Whether it's bungy jumping, white-water rafting, heli-skiing, fly-fishing, hang gliding, horse riding or scenic flights, you will find thrills and excitement in every way imaginable. Meanwhile, other activities such as exploring historic Arrowtown, scenic walks, eco-tours, shopping, galleries, cafes and an exciting nightlife provide something for everyone all year round (additional cost).

Day 10: Depart Queenstown
Sadly your time in New Zealand comes to an end as you transfer to or return your rental car to the airport for your onward flight. Here, we bid you a fond farewell to your homeland and hope you leave with many happy memories of your stay in Aotearoa, New Zealand.

Inclusions
- prices below are inclusive of the following:

• departures daily on request
• meet & greet on arrival in New Zealand
• transportation by self drive rental vehicle including unlimited kilometres & daily insurance OR private charter
• all accommodation as follows:
  • 1 night at Hyatt Regency Auckland in a residence view room
  • 2 nights at Paihia Beach Resort & Spa in a Studio Suite
  • 1 night at Hotel du Vin in a Vintage Room
  • 2 nights at Duxton Okawa Bay in a lakeview room
  • 3 nights at Millbrook Resort in a villa suite
• breakfast daily
• evening treatment at Paihia Beach Resort & Spa
• aix massage or mud treatment at Polynesian Spas Lake Spa Retreat
• one hour massage at The Spa at Millbrook Resort
• Dart River Jet Safari

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The below costs are per person based on two people travelling together and staying in a twin/double room. All prices are quoted in New Zealand Dollars (NZ$) and include New Zealand Goods & Services Tax (GST).

VALID 01 MAY 2005 TO 30 SETPEMBER 2005
Self Drive by Full-Size Rental Vehicle $2,868
Self Drive by Luxury 4WD Rental Vehicle $3,306
Exclusive Charter by Private Vehicle with a driver/guide $4,525

VALID 01 OCTOBER 2005 TO 30 APRIL 2006
Self Drive by Full-Size Rental Vehicle $3,095
Self Drive by Luxury 4WD Rental Vehicle $3,468
Exclusive Charter by Private Vehicle with a driver/guide $4,687

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