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Look South
Tour by Hop On+Off,Thrifty Tourmasters |

| 1 | Auckland - Waitomo - Rotorua From Auckland travel to the Bombay Hills which signal the end of sprawling city, then the lush Waikato pasture lands take you past Hamilton and on to Waitomo caves for a subterranean boat ride under an eerie canopy of lights. On across the Mamaku Hills to fiery Rotorua. Tonight we enjoy a Maori Hangi (feast) and Concert, a quintessential New Zealand experience. Stay 2 nights in Rotorua. |
Accommodation (2nights): Gold: Millennium Hotel Rotorua Silver: Sudima Hotel Lake Rotorua Bronze: Kingsgate Hotel Motel: Motel Studio |
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At Rotorua This morning you will be met at your accommodation for your morning sightseeing tour of this city. Rotorua sits calmly atop some remarkable cracks in the earth's crust - sometimes giving the impression that the town is on fire. This impression is reinforced by the hot mists of Te Puia, roaring geysers and boiling mudpools heated to unbearable temperatures. Other highlights on your tour of Rotorua are the native and exotic vegetation at Rainbow Springs, which are world renowned for their pools of tame trout. The Agrodome Farm display features a vital section of New Zealand's agriculture, sheep shearing and a sheep dog display. Bonus: This afternoon enjoy lunch at Skyline Restaurant including a ride on the Gondola. |
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Rotorua - Wellington Drive south through exotic forests to Wairakei's permanent mantle of steam, then to Lake Taupo. The ominous peaks of Tongariro, Ngaruahoe and Ruapehu watch over the central plateau. Drop down to the fertile Manawatu plains, coastal farms and rocky seascapes to Wellington, where you will overnight. As you will arrive in the late afternoon, consider adding an evening sightseeing tour or an additional night in Wellington to explore the capital city. |
Accommodation: Gold: Copthorne Hotel Oriental Bay Silver: Holiday Inn Wellington Bronze: Kingsgate Hotel Wellington Motel: Motel Studio |
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Wellington - Picton - Christchurch Catch the ferry across Cook Strait and through the tranquil Marlborough Sounds to Picton in the South Island. Boarding the TranzCoastal Train you pass through Picton and Blenheim, then edge down the narrow coastal strip where the surf pounds the rugged Kaikoura Ranges. Cross into dry North Canterbury sheep country to Christchurch,where you will arrive at approximately 7.00 pm. |
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