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Daily departures - Self drive and coach options
Here are some New Zealand nature break trips taking in popular destinations in the North Island. From the subtropical North to the wild volcanic plateau of Tongariro, from the mystic thermal wonders of Rotorua and Taupo to the café culture of the Capital City of Wellington. You can purchase these Nature Breaks individually or combine them to make a longer itinerary.
You have the choice of New Zealand full service hotel accommodation, self catering motel accommodation or New Zealand budget hostel accommodation. Choose what suits your holiday budget and style.
You can with your own New Zealand rental car (choice of 3 car types) or opt to travel by first class scheduled coach services. Select the New Zealand transport that you prefer.
Simply refer to the price panels to see the accommodation and transport price options and sightseeing inclusions.
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| Duration |
2 Days |
| Tour code |
TW11 |
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Itinerary
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| Day 1: Auckland - Bay of Island |
optional
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- north to the picturesque Hibiscus Coast
- seaside resorts of Orewa and Waiwera
- historic Warkworth village
- arrive seaside resort Paihia early afternoon
- remainder of day/evening at leisure
Suggested sightseeing
- stroll along the waterfront
- visit historic Waitangi Treaty House
- check out the marina at nearby Opua
- short water taxi to Russell
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| Day 2: Bay of Islands - Auckland |
optional
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- morning Hole in the Rock dolphin cruise
- spectacular Hole in the Rock and Cathedral Cave
- full commentary, including Maori myths and legends
- dolphin watching in the bay, perhaps see orca
- return to Auckland this afternoon
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Extra days available on request. Can be travelled in reverse.
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Fares and Pricing:
| Tour Code: TW11 |
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Hotel
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Motel
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Hostel
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| Seat-in-Coach |
Share Twin
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$382
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$350
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$308
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Single
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$521
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$458
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$373
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| Self Drive - Small |
Share Twin
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$319
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$288
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$245
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Single
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$557
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$494
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$409
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| Self Drive - Medium |
Share Twin
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$332
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$301
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$258
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Single
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$582
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$519
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$435
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| Self Drive - Large |
Share Twin
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$354
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$322
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$280
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Single
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$626
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$563
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$478
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(10% discount for travel completed between 01 May - 30 Sept )
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Prices valid from 1 June 2007 to 30 September 2008 and are priced per person
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Includes:
- coach or rental car travel as per itinerary
- rental car option - 2 days' hire, unlimited kilometres & insurance
- coach option - transfers within itinerary
- 1 night's accommodation as selected
- Hole in the Rock dolphin cruise
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Accommodation Directory
| Location - Paihia |
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| Hotel |
Scenic Circle Bay of Islands or similar |
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| Motel |
Outrigger Motel or similar |
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| Hostel |
Pipi Patch Lodge or similar |
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If you'd like to book this tour or send us a query, click here.
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| Duration |
3 Days |
| Tour code |
TW12 |
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Itinerary
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| Day 1: Auckland - Bay of Island and Kings Dolphin Cruise |
optional
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- through seaside resorts of Orewa & Waiwera
- historic Warkworth village
- arrive Paihia early afternoon
- afternoon Hole in the Rock dolphin cruise
- spectacular Cathedral Cave, Bay of Islands Maritime & Historic Park
- dolphin watching
- full commentary, including Maori myths & legends
- refreshments available on board
- late afternoon/evening at leisure
Suggested Sightseeing:
- stroll along the waterfront
- visit historic Waitangi Treaty House
- check out the marina at nearby Opua
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| Day 2: Cape Reinga Day Trip with Kings |
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- early departure from Paihia (hotel pick ups are available in the Paihia and Kerikeri areas, your pick-up time will be confirmed at time of booking)
- travel by luxury air conditioned coach
- stop at Puketi Kauri Forest, Ancient Kauri Kingdom, Ninety Mile Beach
- dig for shell fish
- sand tobogganing at the Te Paki giant sand dunes
- Cape Reinga Lighthouse
- late afternoon/early evening return to Paihia
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| Day 3: Bay of Islands - Auckland |
optional
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- morning at leisure to stroll the beach or optional sightseeing
- return to Auckland this afternoon
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Extra days available on request. Can be travelled in reverse.
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Fares and Pricing:
| Tour Code: TW 12 |
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Hotel
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Motel
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Hostel
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| Seat-in-Coach |
Share Twin
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$641
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$578
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$493
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Single
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$920
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$793
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$624
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| Self Drive - Small |
Share Twin
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$619
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$556
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$472
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Single
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$1037
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$910
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$741
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| Self Drive - Medium |
Share Twin
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$637
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$574
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$489
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Single
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$1072
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$945
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$776
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| Self Drive - Large |
Share Twin
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$669
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$605
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$521
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Single
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$1135
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$1009
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$840
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(10% discount for travel completed between 01 May - 30 Sept )
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Prices valid from 1 June 2007 to 30 September 2008 and are priced per person
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Includes:
- coach or rental car travel as per itinerary
- rental car option - 3 days' hire, unlimited kms & insurance
- coach option - transfers within itinerary
- 2 nights' accommodation as selected
- Hole in the Rock dolphin cruise
- Cape Reinga day excursion
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Accommodation Directory
| Location - Paihia |
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| Hotel |
Scenic Circle Bay of Islands or similar |
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| Motel |
Outrigger Motel or similar |
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| Hostel |
Pipi Patch Lodge or similar |
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If you'd like to book this tour or send us a query, click here.
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| Duration |
2 Days |
| Tour code |
TW22 |
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Itinerary
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| Day 1: Auckland - Waitomo Caves - Rotorua |
optional
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- lush dairy farming district of Waikato
- Rangariri Battle Site Heritage Centre
- follow the Waikato River - New Zealand's longest river
- Ngaruawahia - home of the Maori Queen
- Waitomo Caves - spectacular limestone formations and caverns formed millions of years ago by the underground river system
- see the glowworm grotto by boat - the roof of the cave is studded with the lights of thousands of glowworms
- stop at Lake Karapiro
- travel through native bush covering the Mamaku Ranges
- arrive at sparkling Rotorua by the lake
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| Day 2: Rotorua Morning Sights - Auckland |
optional
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- early departure by Newmans on Rotorua Grand Experience Tour
- Te Puia thermal reserve & Maori village
- Maori carving, weaving & arts
- Rainbow Springs, trout & birdlife
- Agrodome sheep show, sheep dog demonstration, entertaining and fun
- Skyline Skyrides - 900 metre gondola ride with spectacular views over the city
- return to Auckland this afternoon
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Extra days available on request. Can be travelled in reverse.
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Fares and Pricing:
| Tour Code: TW22 |
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Hotel
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Motel
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Hostel
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| Seat-in-Coach |
Share Twin
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$574
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$535
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$509
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Single
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$687
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$608
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$556
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| Self Drive - Small |
Share Twin
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$427
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$388
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$362
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Single
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$638
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$559
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$508
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| Self Drive - Medium |
Share Twin
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$440
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$401
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$375
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Single
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$663
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$585
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$533
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| Self Drive - Large |
Share Twin
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$462
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$422
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$397
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Single
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$707
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$628
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$577
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(10% discount for travel completed between 01 May - 30 Sept )
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Prices valid from 1 June 2007 to 30 September 2008 and are priced per person
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Includes:
- coach or rental car travel as per itinerary
- coach option - transfers within itinerary
- rental car option - 2 days' hire, unlimited kms & insurance
- 1 night's accommodation as selected
- Waitomo Caves & boat trip
- Rotorua Grand Experience Tour with Skyline Skyride
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Accommodation Directory
| Location - Rotorua |
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| Hotel |
Rydges Hotel or similar |
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| Motel |
Ventura Inn or similar |
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| Hostel |
Kiwi Paka YHA or similar |
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If you'd like to book this tour or send us a query, click here.
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| Duration |
3 Days |
| Tour code |
TW28 |
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Itinerary
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| Day 1: Auckland - Whitianga |
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- cross the dairy farmland of the Hauraki Plains
- stop at Thames - old gold mining town
- volcanic hills of the Coromandel Range
- beaches of Whitianga
- the afternoon is at leisure
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| Day 2: Whitianga - sightseeing |
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- free day amongst beautiful bays, white sandy beaches and offshore islands
- scenic track to Cathedral Cove - natural rock amphitheatre
- kayak, snorkel or cruise the bays
- dig your own hot pool at Hot Water Beach (low tide)
- enjoy your day in the bays
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| Day 3: Whitianga - Auckland or Rotorua |
optional
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- enjoy a morning of relaxation by the beach
- afternoon, return to Auckland to continue on to Rotorua
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Extra days available on request. Can be travelled in reverse.
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Fares and Pricing:
| Tour Code: TW28 |
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Hotel
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Motel
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Hostel
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| Self Drive - Small |
Share Twin
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$483
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$348
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$248
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Single
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$967
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$696
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$497
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| Self Drive - Medium |
Share Twin
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$501
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$366
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$266
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Single
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$1002
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$731
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$532
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| Self Drive - Large |
Share Twin
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$533
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$397
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$298
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Single
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$1065
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$795
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$595
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(10% discount for travel completed between 01 May - 30 Sept )
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Prices valid from 1 June 2007 to 30 September 2008 and are priced per person
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Includes:
- rental car travel as per itinerary either Auckland/Auckland or Auckland/Rotorua
- 3 days' car hire, unlimited kms & insurance
- 2 nights' accommodation as selected
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Accommodation Directory
| Location - Whitianga |
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| Hotel |
Admiralty Lodge Motel or similar (no restaurant) |
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| Motel |
Blue Water Apartments or similar |
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| Hostel |
On the Beach YHA or similar |
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If you'd like to book this tour or send us a query, click here.
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| Duration |
2 Days |
| Tour code |
TW31 |
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Itinerary
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| Day 1: Rotorua - Taupo |
optional
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- pass Waiotapu thermal reserve
- Kaingaroa forest - the largest man-made forest in the southern hemisphere
- drive through Wairakei - unique geothermal area
- sparkling Lake Taupo - New Zealand’s largest lake, famous for trout
- afternoon at leisure for adventure or chilling out
Suggested Sightseeing:
- Wairakei Park – Craters of the Moon geothermal area and Volcanic Activity Centre
- scenic flight, tandem skydiving
- lake cruising
- Taupo Hot Springs and Spa
- lake fishing
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| Day 2: Taupo - Wellington |
optional
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- spectacular Huka Falls jetboat on the Waikato River
- guided tour at Prawn Park hatchery
- coach option - lunch at Prawn Park Restaurant
- skirt Lake Taupo to Turangi
- view the volcanoes, Tongariro, Ngauruhoe & Ruapehu
- Tongariro National Park, shared by a desert & volcanoes
- army town of Waiouru
- coastal views of Kapiti Island
- Wellington, Capital City on the harbour
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Extra days available on request. Can be travelled in reverse.
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Fares and Pricing:
| Tour Code: TW31 |
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Hotel
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Motel
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Hostel
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| Seat-in-Coach |
Share Twin
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$478
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$454
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$403
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Single
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$591
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$543
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$440
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| Self Drive - Small |
Share Twin
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$396
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$372
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$320
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Single
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$647
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$599
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$496
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| Self Drive - Medium |
Share Twin
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$414
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$389
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$338
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Single
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$682
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$634
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$531
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| Self Drive - Large |
Share Twin
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$445
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$421
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$370
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Single
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$746
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$698
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$595
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(10% discount for travel completed between 01 May - 30 Sept )
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Prices valid from 1 June 2007 to 30 September 2008 and are priced per person
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Includes:
- coach or rental car travel as per itinerary
- coach option - transfers within itinerary
- rental car option - 2 days' hire, unlimited kms & insurance
- 1 night's accommodation as selected
- Huka Falls jet boat trip
- Prawn Park guided tour
- coach option - lunch at Prawn Park
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Accommodation Directory
| Location - Taupo |
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| Hotel |
Terraces Hotel or similar |
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| Motel |
Bella Vista Motel or similar |
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| Hostel |
Action Downunder YHA or similar |
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If you'd like to book this tour or send us a query, click here.
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| Duration |
2 Days |
| Tour code |
TW31R |
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Itinerary
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| Day 1: Wellington - Taupo |
optional
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- depart Wellington, NZ's capital city
- coastal views of Kapiti Island
- army town of Waiouru and the Desert Road
- Tongariro National Park - shared by a desert and volcanoes!
- view active volcanoes, Tongariro, Ngauruhoe and Ruapehu on the Central Plateau
- Turangi - first views of sparkling Lake Taupo - New Zealand's largest lake
- arrive Taupo, famous for trout fishing
- afternoon at leisure for fun and adventure
Suggested Sightseeing:
- Wairakei Park - Craters of the Moon geothermal area and Volcanic Activity Centre
- scenic flight, tandem skydiving
- lake cruise/fishing
- Taupo Hot Springs and Spa
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| Day 2: Taupo - Rotorua |
optional
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- spectacular Huka Falls jetboat on the Waikato River
- jetboat to the Huka Falls
- guided tour of Prawn Park hatchery
- lcoach option - lunch at Prawn Park Restaurant
- depart Taupo early afternoon
- drive through Wairakei - unique geothermal area of billowing steam
- pass Kaingaroa forest - the largest man-made forest in the southern hemisphere
- arrive Rotorua by the lake
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Extra days available on request. Can be travelled in reverse.
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Fares and Pricing:
| Tour Code: TW31R |
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Hotel
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Motel
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Hostel
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| Seat-in-Coach |
Share Twin
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$478
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$454
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$403
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Single
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$591
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$543
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$440
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| Self Drive - Small |
Share Twin
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$396
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$372
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$320
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Single
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$647
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$599
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$496
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| Self Drive - Medium |
Share Twin
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$414
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$389
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$338
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Single
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$682
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$634
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$531
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| Self Drive - Large |
Share Twin
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$445
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$421
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$370
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Single
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$746
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$698
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$595
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(10% discount for travel completed between 01 May - 30 Sept )
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Prices valid from 1 June 2007 to 30 September 2008 and are priced per person
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Includes:
- coach or rental car travel as per itinerary
- coach option - transfers within itinerary
- rental car option - 2 days' hire, unlimited kms & insurance
- 1 night's accommodation as selected
- Huka Falls jet boat trip
- Prawn Park guided walk
- lunch at Prawn Park (coach option)
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Accommodation Directory
| Location - Taupo |
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| Hotel |
Terraces Hotel or similar |
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| Motel |
Bella Vista Motel or similar |
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| Hostel |
Action Downunder YHA or similar |
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If you'd like to book this tour or send us a query, click here.
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