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Tours to New Zealand

country:New Zealand
location:South Island, North Island, Coromandel Peninsula 
trip type: A small group adventure
departures:2009: 25 Nov
2010: 13 Jan, 24 Feb, 31 Mar, 24 Nov
price:From £3999 - £4399 (22 days) including flights from the UK. From £3199 - £3399 excluding flights.
vouchers:Gift vouchers can be used with this holiday
 
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the amazing things you'll be doing
The diversity of New Zealand’s natural landscapes never fails to amaze – powerful mountain ranges, bubbling mud pools, primeval forests and pristine beaches make up the wondrous sights of this incredible island.

From Auckland to Tongariro
Landing in the North Island you’ll explore the cosmopolitan city of Auckland, as well as investigating the inner islands of the Hauraki Gulf. Next you’ll head to Rotorua, New Zealand’s primary thermal spring region and location of many famous Maori settlements. Then it’s on to Tongariro National Park where you can tackle the Tongariro Crossing (optional) - one of New Zealand’s most famous short treks.

Abel Tasman & the Glaciers
You’ll take a stunning ferry ride to the South Island and one of the country’s most beautiful stretches of coast in Abel Tasman National Park. Travelling down the eastern coastline you’ll journey through Kaikoura (optional whale watching) to Christchurch. The Transalpine Express takes you across the Southern Alps to the Franz and Fox Glaciers. You’ll stop at Queenstown before cruising on Milford Sound and continuing past Mt. Cook to return to Christchurch.

day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Depart London
Day 2: In flight
Day 3: Auckland
Day 4: Haurkai Gulf
Day 5: Rotorua
Day 6: Rotorua
Day 7-8: Tongariro
Day 9: Picton
Day 10-11: Nelson
Day 12: Kaikoura
Day 13: Christchurch
Day 14: The Glaciers
Day 15: The Glaciers
Day 16-17: Queenstown
Day 18: Te Anau
Day 19: Mt. Cook
Day 20: Christchurch
Day 21: Trip Ends; Fly To London
Day 22: Arrive London
small group adventure holiday
Typically you will be sharing your experiences with between 4-20 like minded travellers (depending on the trip, operator and how many others are booked on the trip) and you'll have a group leader with you. Whether you are travelling alone or with friends its good value, and a great way to meet new people! While itineraries are pre-planned there is some flexibility and you'll have plenty of privacy. This trip will appeal to travellers of all ages who enjoy meeting new people as well as seeing new places.
how this holiday makes a difference
The visit to the Maori village will give a unique insight into the culture of this traditional people of New Zealand. You will visit a village during the itinerary, and the optional Maori “Hangi” (traditional meal) night provides the opportunity to learn more about their customs, eat good food and enjoy a display of their dance. The joy of New Zealand is it’s pristine, fragile environment and while travelling with us we ask that you adhere to a strict policy to help us protect the countryside for future generations. Clients who travel with us will automatically receive a copy of our Responsible Travel leaflet. This contains details and advice on how you can make a positive difference when you travel.

Maori, New Zealand holidayWe work in partnership with Plan International. Plan works with some of the world’s poorest communities where three out of four children die before the age of five. We also support Friends of Conservation – an international charity committed to working with local people to develop a balance between their needs and the wildlife with which they share the natural habitat and ecosystems.

Global warming is a real issue and is a direct result of your travel. We have teamed up with Climate Care to give you the opportunity to offset the carbon emissions from your flight. You’ll be asked upon booking if you want to donate – with set amounts from £5. As a company we offset the carbon emissions from all staff travel in full.

We’ve highlighted a few of the ways in which we offer our support, financially or otherwise, and now you can, too. We have set up our own foundation, which will administer funds donated by you. A small donation of £1 per person will be taken when booking a holiday and that money will be put to good use by one of our carefully selected projects. If you don’t want to make the donation, just tell us when you call.

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