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  8 Day Coastal Explorer

DAY 1: ARRIVE CHRISTCHURCH

Welcome to Christchurch. Visit the International Antarctic Center—a “must see” experience. Overnight: Christchurch, The Elms (standard), Copthorne Central Hotel (first class) or Millennium Hotel (deluxe)

DAY 2: CHRISTCHURCH—MT COOK—DUNEDIN

Travel across the Canterbury Plains to Mt Cook and on to Dunedin. Overnight: Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin (standard), Scenic Circle Dunedin City Hotel (first class) or Southern Cross Hotel (deluxe) for 2 nights

DAY 3: DUNEDIN

Board the double-decker bus for a tour of Dunedin’s historic sights. Later, enjoy a tour of the Otago Peninsula including the Royal Albatross Colony (seasonal).Exciting Queenstown

DAY 4: DUNEDIN—QUEENSTOWN

Board the Taieri Gorge Train and enjoy the rugged landscape and sights. Journey to Pukerangi, then on to Queenstown. Overnight: Queenstown, Kingsgate Hotel Terraces (standard), Copthorne Lakefront (first class) or Heritage Hotel (deluxe) for 3 nights

DAY 5: MILFORD SOUND DAY EXCURSION

Travel along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau, gateway to the Fiordland National Park. Experience a Milford Sound Cruise before returning to Queenstown.

DAY 6: QUEENSTOWN

A free day to enjoy the many adventure activities. Ask for details on the selection of things to see and do.

DAY 7: QUEENSTOWN—FRANZ JOSEF

Travel north today and enjoy the rugged West Coast scenery through the Haast Pass. Continue to Franz Josef. We suggest an optional scenic glacier flight (own expense, weather permitting). Overnight: Franz Josef, Franz Josef Glacier Hotel, Graham Wing (standard and first class) or Douglas Wing (deluxe)

DAY 8: FRANZ JOSEF—TRANZALPINE TRAIN— CHRISTCHURCH

Travel to Greymouth and board the TranzAlpine Train. Traverse the Southern Alps and travel across the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch.

Departs: Daily from Christchurch 

Coastal Explorer
1 Apr 07-31 Mar 08 Twin Single
Seat in Coach
Standard $1390 $2220
First Class $1414 $2408
Deluxe $1591 $2652
Self Drive
Standard $1040 $2152
First Class $1055 $2152
Deluxe $1240 $2580

Note: Prices are “from” and seasonal surcharges apply. Extra night prices available on request. Pre/post-tour accommodation available in Christchurch. Self-Drive option does not include vehicle insurance. Day 5: Tour will operate subject to road and weather conditions.

Tour Code: LK04 & LS04
Other New Zealand Independent Tours:

14 Day New Zealand Delights
8 Day Coastal Explorer
7 Day Glaciers - South Island
7 Day Kaleidoscope - North Island
5 Day Milford Sound
4 Day Rotorua - a Geyserland Experience
5 Day Rotorua  Bay of Islands
3 Day Rotorua Discovery

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