New Zealand Rainbow

New Zealand might look small on a world map, but it’s jam-packed with places to see. Located in the South Pacific Ocean, New Zealand is made up of two main islands. The North Island is home to the majority of New Zealand’s four million people. It’s known for its beaches, islands, volcanoes and geothermal areas, and for showcasing our Maori heritage. The North Island’s major cities, Auckland and Wellington, are exciting hubs of culture, cuisine and nightlife. The South Island is famous for its dramatic landscapes and wildlife. The Southern Alps stretch almost the length of the island, sheltering glaciers and alpine lakes, not to mention world class ski fields. Our incredible ‘sunken mountains’ of Fiordland and the Marlborough Sounds are easily explored by boat, while Kaikoura takes the prize for whale watching. And way down south you’ll find the untamed island of Rakiura (aka Stewart Island), a true haven of native wildlife.
Durations: 10 Nights / 11 Days

ITINERARY
PACKAGE DETAILS
HOTELS / FLIGHTS
OPTIONAL TOUR

Day 1

Arrive in Auckland

You will be met by our local representative upon arrival at the airport and transferred to hotel in a private vehicle. Time permitting visit Sky tower in the evening or take a short walk to Viaduct harbour. Overnight at hotel.

Day 2

Auckland sightseeing

Today morning after breakfast see firsthand why Auckland is regarded as one of the best cities in the world to live in, as you join this half day tour around the central city and picturesque suburbs. Our journey begins with a short trip over the Harbour Bridge to the North Shore before returning to the central city to visit Queen St and the Auckland Viaduct. We continue on through the Auckland Domain, the city’s oldest park, situated on a 62,000 year old volcano to Parnell Village for our morning tea stop. The historic buildings of Parnell have been transformed in to a trendy shopping area featuring many boutiques, antique, craft and specialty shops.Following this brief stop our tour will then take you along the scenic waterfront route of Tamaki Drive to the Michael Joseph Savage Memorial Park, in Mission Bay.A memorial to the first Labour Prime Minister of New Zealand and the founder of the welfare state. Michael Joseph Savage Memorial Park has panoramic views over Whenua Rangatira, Auckland city and Waitemata Harbour. This park is a popular wedding and tourist venue, with formal gardens and perfect venue for flying a fabulous array of colourful and creative kites. The tour then returns to downtown.

Highlights: Harbour Bridge, Viaduct Harbour, Queen Street, Auckland Domain, Parnell Village, Tamaki Drive Michael Savage Memorial. Overnight at hotel

Day 3

Auckland – Rotorua via Waitomo

Today morning after breakfastyou will travel across the rich Waikato farmland for Waitomo. Enjoy a guided tour of the Waitomo Caves and a boat ride through the famous Glow-Worm grotto. Enjoy twinkling lights emitting from the ceiling like stars in a dark night. Later travel across to forested Mamaku Range to arrive at the thermal resort of Rotorua.

Overnight at hotel

Day 4

Rotorua sightseeing

Today after breakfast we proceed to AGRODOME to witness the Agrodome Agricultural Show, where you will be entertained by New Zealand’s performing sheep and other attractions. Later proceed to visit TE-PUIA thermal village known for its hot springs, geysers and boiling mud pools. Watch the Maori craftsmen and learn about the traditional arts of carving and weaving and RAINBOW SPRINGS to see the flower and fauna of New Zealand. Evening at leisure.
Overnight at hotel

Day 5

Rotorua – Queenstown

After Breakfast, Travel to Rotorua airport and board your flight to Queenstown (flight not included), upon arrival in Alpine city travel to your hotel. Evening at leisure.
Over night at hotel

Day 6

Milford sound day tour
This morning after breakfast we head to MILFORD SOUND CRUISE. This famous cruise gives you an opportunity to see MITRE PEAK which is just out of the water and mile high. Go exploring with a nature guide in the tender vessels and kayaks. You may see fur seals lazing on the rocks and lots of sea birds and numerous waterfalls. Return back to the hotel in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 7

Queenstown day free for optional activities

Today after breakfast you have an option to enjoy the exciting SHOTOVER JET BOAT RIDE, LEDGE BUNGY JUMP, RIVER RAFTING, SKY DIVING OR SKY SWING (activities not included)

Overnight in hotel.

Day 8

Queenstown- Glacier region

This morning after breakfast, leave for Franz Joseph. Discover the rugged scenery along one of New Zealand’s most awe-inspiring highways. The viewing platforms overlooking Franz Josef show the sheer size and beauty of these natural wonders and provide fantastic photo opportunities. On arrival you have day free for leisure.

Overnight in hotel.

Day 9

To Christchurch via Greymouth

Today after breakfast, check out from hotel and leave to Greymouth. On arrival you will board Tranz Alpine train for one of the most scenic train journeys in the world. On arrival in Christchurch you will be transferred to hotel. Evening at leisure.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 10

Christchurch sightseeing

Option 1: Enjoy the morning city tour covering Cathedral Square, Bridge of Remembrance, Avon River Art’s Centre and museum. See beautiful Mona Vale Garden, Hagley Park and from the Sign of the Takahe, you have a spectacular view over the city, Canterbury Plains to the Alps. Evening at leisure.

Option 2: Today you also have an option to do a full day Kaikoura whale watch tour (not included)Overnight at hotel.

Day 11

Departure Day

After breakfast, travel to Christchurch airport and board your flight for onward journey (flight not included)

Above is the Indicative Itinerary.

Starting Price Per Person on Twin Sharing :-
(Validity 01st April 2017 – 31st Oct 2017)

Standard : INR 1,95,500/-
Superior : INR 2,12,500/-
Deluxe : INR 2,14,500/-

NZD 1 = 49.00

PACKAGE INCLUSIONS: –

Meet & greet on arrival in case of SIC customers.
Accommodation (As per option) as mentioned in the itinerary on Dbl STD sharing rooms.
Meals as mentioned in the itinerary.
Sightseeing & entrances fees as per itinerary.
All transfers and tours as mentioned in the itinerary.
Ex Delhi International and Domestic Airfares for and from NZ on Qantas airways or similar.
New Zealand Visa Charges.

PACKAGE EXCLUSIONS: –

Cost of your overseas medi-claim policy.
Cost of Optional & Add-On tours unless mentioned otherwise.
Porterage at hotels, airports, tips, insurance, laundry, wines, mineral water, telephone charges and all items of personal nature and also food & drinks not forming a part of the group menus.
Meals if not mentioned in the itinerary.
Additional transfer (if any)
Any damage for hotel rooms / coach.
Any Bond (Hotel will require cash or credit card bond & Rental car company will require credit card bond) during stay, from client.
Any optional activities and transfer if require.
Anything not specifically mentioned in ‘Tour Price Includes’ box.
9 % Govt. Service Tax on Total Package cost is applicable and is not included in the above cost.

Please Note: –

Hotels mentioned in the itinerary are indicative they will be subject availability at the time of booking.
Changes to itinerary and number of persons will require a revised quote.
Package is NOT valid during any special event in NZ.
Package is valid for mentioned dates only, hotels and activities will be subject to availability at the time of booking.

TERMS & CONDITIONS: –

Full payment of this booking is required 15 days prior to travel dates. In case of F.I.T’s and 35 days in case of Groups.
Cancellation charges for any hotel services, airlines, Tranz Alpine and Interisland Cruise bookings are applicable as per the rules of the above services. Any cancellations charges if booked are NON – REFUNDABLE. Any refund payable will be returned after receipt of the refund from the respective service after deducting the processing charges.
Once the booking is confirmed, there will only be one amendment by the client – free of charge. Any other subsequent amendments prior to travel or during travel will incur a fee of NZD $150 per change.
No amendments by the passengers while travelling are allowed, all amendments if any will be authorised by the tour manager only.
In case of F.I.T’s any bookings cancelled within 48 hours to 07 working days (NZ) of arrival may incur a 50% of the quoted price as a cancellation fee and if cancelled within 48 hours will incur 100% cancellation fee.
All prices are in New Zealand dollars (NZD$).
New Zealand Visa is at the sole discretion of The Visa Counsellor. Minar Travels would only be representing the visa applications on the applicant’s behalf. The details provided by the applicant in the visa form plays the most important role in the visa approvals, please ensure that the details provided by the applicant are accurate and proper.
Minar Travels would only be applying the visas once the proper and required documentation is received in order. No visas application will be processed without the proper documents as required.

IMP:
Tour package is based on above mentioned hotels only. In case of any change in the hotel at any location additional charges will apply. Mentioned hotels are subject to availability. No rooms are blocked at this stage.

HOTELS OFFERED

Cities	NTS	Standard	Superior	First Class
Auckland	2	Scenic Hotel	Heritage Hotel	Sky City
Rotorua	2	Ibis Hotel	Holiday Inn	Millennium
Queenstown	3	Heartland Hotel	Copthorne Lakefront	Millennium Hotel
Glacier region	1	Heartland hotel Fox Glacier	Rainforest retreat	Scenic Hotel
Christchurch	2	Elms or similar	Sudims or similar	Chateau on the Park

OPTIONAL TOURS (PRICE PER PERSON IN NZ $)

PARTICULARS	ADULT
Kawarau Bridge Bungy Jump (Includes Transport & T-shirt)	180
Kawarau River Rafting (Half day tour)	195
Return Skyline Gondola Ride	35
Shotover Jetboat Ride(Includes courtesy transfers from the Station, corner Camp and Shotover Streets, Queenstown)	130
Tandem Skydive from 12,000 Feet	320