Classic New Zealand Aircruise - 2010 Dates & Rates

Aerial View over Bay of Islands                                                                   Hilton Auckland                                                                        Cape Kidnappers, near Napier                                                   Dunedin Sights                                                                              Sofitel, Queenstown                                                                               Lake Wakatipu   Sail to Waiheke Island to taste world-class wines Stay in the George Hotel, Christchurch, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World Jet boat on the Dart River in 'Lord of the Rings' country Explore Doubtful Sound in the Fiordlands National Park Aerial views of the majestic Southern Alps View the 'Wearable Arts Collection' in Nelson

Experience the highlights of New Zealand from the comfort of our specially-equipped aircraft. Whether flying across snow-capped mountains, cruising the fjordlands or sampling mouth watering cuisine, you'll witness a side of New Zealand enjoyed by very few others.

Itinerary

Day 1 -  Auckland 
Meet your Journey Director and fellow travellers at a welcome dinner this evening. Dine on local seafood overlooking the harbour.
Accommodation: Hilton Hotel or similar

Day 2 - Waiheke Island
Travel by ferry to Waiheke Island, and sample its world-class wines. Returning to Auckland by private yacht, try your hand at sailing.
Accommodation: Hilton Hotel or similar

Day 3 - Auckland / Bay of Islands
Our private aircraft awaits for a spectacular flight to the tip of the North Island, Cape Reinga before landing at the scenic Bay of Islands.                                                                                                                                 
Accommodation: Copthorne Hotel or Edgewater Palms Apartments                   

Day 4 - Bay of Islands / Rotorua
Board our private aircraft for a spectacular flight over the islands dotted through the Hauraki Gulf. Today's journey takes us to the volcanic plateau and the famous Rotorua thermal region, renowned for its towering geysers, boiling mud, hot springs and focus on the Maori culture.
Accommodation: Duxton Hotel or Millennium HOtel

Day 5 - Napier / Wellington
Our flight this morning allows us breathtaking views of New Zealand's North Island. On arrival at Napier explore this beautifully preserved art deco town. This afternoon, travel by four-wheel drive to Cape Kidnappers to view the breeding grounds of New Zealand's only mainland Gannet Colony. The aircraft awaits for a short flight to the capital of New Zealand - Wellington. Visit the acclaimed Te Papa Meseum depicting the arts, culture and heritage of New Zealand.
Accommodation: Intercontinental Wellington or similar

Day 6 - Wellington / Nelson 
Visit Wellington's Botanical Gardens and ride on the famous cable car. Take a flight across the Marlborough Sound, landing at the picturesque arts and craft township of Nelson. Enjoy lunch at one of the famous local wineries. Next visit the Wearable Arts Museum, an exhibition not too be missed!
Accommodation: Rutherford Hotel or similar

Day 7 - Nelson / Te Anau
This quaint township of Nelson is home to over 300 fulltime artists and craftspeople. For those who wish, explore the art trail and view their works in private studios. We reboard our private aircraft for an enthralling flight along the dramatic alpine scenery of the South Island. Experience incredible aerial views of the Westland National Park, which stretches from the coast to the tops of the spectacular Southern Alps. Arrive this afternoon at Te Anau.
Accommodation: The Destinction Te Anau or similar

Day 8 - Doubtful Sound / Queenstown
The Fiordland National Park is New Zealand's largest, spread over its most rugged and remote region. Today visit one of the most remarkable untouched regions of the National Park - Doubtful Sound. A cruise will highlight the dramatic scenery where the high vertical walls of the Sound protect the pristine wilderness. Then a scenic flight to Queenstown and the "Remarkables".
Accommodation: Sofitel Hotel or similar

Day 9 - Queenstown
Enjoy a scenic drive to Glenorchy, then experience the thrill of a jetboat on the Dart River through "Lord of the Rings" country. Then travel the "backroad" by four wheel drive via "Paradise" back to Gelnorchy before returning to Queenstown.
Accommodation: Sofitel Hotel or similar

Day 10 - Queenstown /Dunedin / Christchurch
Heading east a short flight takes us across magnificent alpine scenery to Dunedin. Dunedin is the old Gaelic name for Edinburgh in Scotland, and with its ornate Victorian architecture it bears resemblance to its namesake. Re-board the aircraft this afternoon for our final flight to Christchurch.
Accommodation: The George Hotel or similar

Day 11 - Christchurch
Spend the day exploring the charming city of Christchurch. Stroll along the banks of the Avon River, browse the shops or enjoy the sights from a local tram. Tonight we have our farewell dinner at the hotel.
Accommodation: The George Hotel or similar

Day 12 - Christchurch
Your circumnavigation of New Zealand concludes today with connecting flights to your home city.

                         The Remarkables, Queenstown                                      The Award Winning George Hotel, Christchurch                                           Glenorchy, Lord of the Rings Country

                               Jetboating on Dart River                                                                             The George                                                                                Queenstown Aerial

Dates and Rates

Aircruise Code	Commences Auckland	Concludes  Christchurch	Price $A (incl GST)	Book Now
(S)NZ002	17 Nov 2010	28 Nov 2010	$11,251
Single Supplement			$1,633
(S) Single travellers are not required to pay a single supplement on these journeys, and will still receive a single room. Conditions apply. Subject to availabilty. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. **Aircruise prices are per person based on a twin share. The price is fully inclusive including international airfare from Sydney/Melbourne/Brisbane to New Zealand, all travel within New Zealand by private aircraft, accommodation, meals, sightseeing, entry fees, porterage and the service of professional Aircruise Directors.

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