CHRISTCHURCH
- Antarctic Centre
- Enjoy Hägglunds Field Trip
- Visit Storm Dome
- Visit Penguin Rescue area
- Enjoy HD Theatre
- Enjoy 4D Theatre
- Meet the Husky dogs in the Husky Zone
- City tour of Christchurch
- Cardboard Cathedral
- OPTIONAL - TRANZ ALPINE – SCENIC TRAIN FROM CHRISTCHURCH TO ARTHURS PASS. NEEDS TO BE PREBOOKED AT THE TIME OF BOOKING ONLY. Subjected to operation locally.
FOX GLACIER:
- Alpine Highway Scenic drive from Arthurs pass to Fox Glacier
- Franz Josef / Fox Glacier Lookout Point AUCKLAND
QUEENSTOWN
- Visit Puzzling World Wanaka
- City tour of Queenstown
- Visit Arrowtown
- Visit Kawarau – Birthplace of Bungy - Visit Bungy Jump Site
- Enjoy Bobs Peak Gondola
- Milford Sound Cruise with Lunch
- Optional rate for one way by flight or 2 ways by flights. Check with us for rates for both options.
ROTORUA
- Waitomo Glow Worm Caves
- Visit Agrodome
- Enjoy Farm visit on Agrodome by a tractor train
- Sheep Shearing Show at Agrodome
- Visit Te Puia Thermal Reserve
- Maori Cultural Show at Te Puia
AUCKLAND
- Enjoy orientation / panoramic tour of Auckland
- Auckland Sky Tower
ACCOMMODATION
- 01 night accommodation in Auckland at Jet Park Auckland airport / Holiday Inn Express City / Holiday Inn Auckland Airport / Adina or similar
- 01 night accommodation in Christchurch at Scenic Hotel Cotswold / Hotel Elms Christchurch / Sudima Airport or similar
- 01 night accommodation in Fox Glacier / Franz Josef at Hotel Heartland Fox Glacier / Scenic Hotel or similar
- 03 nights’ accommodation in Queenstown at Hotel Heartland / Holiday Inn Frankton Queenstown / Holiday Inn Remarkables or similar
- 02 night accommodation in Rotorua at Hotel Arawa Park / Jetpark or similar
- 01 night accommodation in Auckland at Holiday Inn Express City / Naumi / Adina or similar
MEALS
- Daily American breakfast (Except Day 01)
- 08 Indian Jain/vegetarian/non-vegetarian lunches
- 08 Indian Jain/vegetarian/non-vegetarian dinners
- 01 local / international Dinner* (At Fox Glacier)
*New Zealand as a country does not have local cuisine / meals; we serve International servings as per availability.
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Day: 1, Name: Welcome to Auckland - “The city of Sails”, Description: On arrival at Auckland airport, you will be greeted by your Local representative outside
the baggage hall. Proceed and check into your hotel. (Standard Check in time: 1500Hrs).
Later the evening is at leisure for you to explore this city on your own. Tonight a delicious
Indian dinner awaits you at a local restaurant by walk.
Overnight in Auckland.
Note: This day there will be no tour manager. Tour Manager will join in from day 2 in
Christchurch only (subjected to minimum 25-pax count)
Note : Standard check-in time will be 1500 hours
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Day: 2, Name: Flight to Christchurch. Antarctic Centre and City tour of Christchurch. Visit Cardboard Cathedral, Description: After an American breakfast at the hotel, check out and proceed to the airport to board
your flight to Christchurch, South Island. Upon arrival into Christchurch meet with your
main group and continue to explore Antarctica at the International Antarctic Centre – an
award-winning visitor destination. Admission Includes Hägglunds Field Trip - all-terrain
amphibious Antarctic vehicle (Subjected to local operations), Storm Dome, Penguin
Rescue – to view the koror? (or Little Blue Penguin), HD Theatre, 4D Theatre, Husky Zone.
Indian Lunch and enjoy a city tour that includes the beautiful Mona Vale gardens, reconstructed CBD and the new ‘cardboard’ Cathedral.
Indian dinner awaits you at a local restaurant. Overnight in Christchurch.
(B, L, D)
Day: 3, Name: Christchurch to Fox / Franz Josef Glacier via the Alpine Highway Scenic Drive. Franz Josef / Fox Glacier Lookout Point. Hokitika Gorge if time permits, Description: Post breakfast today we drive towards the West Coast of NZ’s South Island which is one
of the most scenic locations in the world.
Enjoy the picturesque trip along The Great Alpine Highway. During the trip, you'll see
attractive medieval towns and breathtaking scenery. En route, we pass via one of the
Southern Alps' highest and most magnificent passes, Arthur's Pass.
You can take an optional upgrade to the Scenic TRANZ ALPINE TRAIN from Christchurch
to Arthurs Pass. This optional upgrade has to be prebooked and is subjected to
availability and train operation locally.
Indian Lunch enroute at the town of Hokitika. We will visit Hokitika Gorge if time permits.
Later proceed to Fox Glacier, a village nestled in the wooded slopes of the southern Alps.
Franz Josef / Fox Glacier Lookout Point visit. Local / International menu dinner awaits you
at a local restaurant / at the hotel. Overnight in Fox / Franz Josef Glacier.
(B, L, LD)
Day: 4, Name: Onto Queenstown – adventure capital of the World. Visit Puzzling World Wanaka, Description: After an American breakfast at the hotel, check out and proceed to Wanaka to visit
Puzzling World featuring a multi-level outdoor maze, optical illusion rooms etc . Indian
Lunch. Arrive & check-in and the hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy dinner at Indian restaurant.
Overnight in Queenstown
(B, L, D)
Day: 5, Name: Today we set out forthe most spectacular cruise to the Milford Sound, Description: After an American breakfast, depart from Queenstown and travel via Te Anau to the
stunning glacier-carved Eglington Valley and through the awe inspiring Homer Tunnel to
arrive at Milford Sound. Enjoy the full-day tour on an unforgettable journey to arrive at
Milford Sound cruise, which sails right up to the mouth of the Tasman Sea (weather
permitting). Enjoy lunch on board the cruise (More than 20 passengers get Indian lunch
else we will serve local meal). Journey into the untouched paradise of Milford Sound and
explore the natural wonders and history surrounding this deep fjord. Later tonight, enjoy a sumptuous dinner at a local restaurant.(B, L, D)
Day: 6, Name: Today experience the Gondola ride that gives you the best view of this city Tour historic Arrowtown and visit bungy jump centre, Description: Post breakfast today get ready to experience the famous Gondola ride, also a
fast convenient access to the best views in the region, which is reputed to be the
steepest lift in the Southern Hemisphere. Later proceed for the historic Arrow town and
visit bungy jump centre.
Enjoy lunch at Indian restaurant. Afternoon free for various Optional activities like Bungy,
Skydive etc.
Enjoy dinner at Indian restaurant. Overnight in Queenstown
(B, L, D)
Day: 7, Name: Fly to Auckland. Enjoy a city tour of this beautiful and pristine city. Proceed to Rotorua – “The Thermal city”. Beautiful Waitomo Glow-worm Caves, Description: After an American breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to the airport to take a
flight to Auckland. Arrive Auckland & proceed to visit the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves in
the lush Waikato region. Marvel at Mother Nature’s light display, as you glide silently
through the starry wonderland caves of Glow-worm situated underground along the
Waitomo River and gaze in silence at the myriad of glow-worm lights that make up the
Glow-worm Grotto. As you enter this galaxy of tiny living lights, you will immediately
experience a serene ambience and be fascinated and intrigued by tiny glow-worms that
light your way. Enjoy Lunch.
Later proceed to Rotorua. With its unique volcanic landscape, living Maori culture and
natural hot springs, Rotorua is one of New Zealand’s most famous destinations. Tonight
hot Indian dinner awaits you at a local Indian restaurant. Proceed to hotel and check in.
(B, L, D)
Day: 8, Name: See the sheep show at Agrodome. Farm Tour at Agrodome. Te Puia Thermal Reserve + Maori Cultural show, Description: After an American breakfast, proceed to Agrodome which will give you a chance to see
through the eyes of a true New Zealand farmer. Witness the Agrodome Sheep Show an
exciting and informative insight into the world of New Zealand agriculture, featuring
different breeds of sheep, sheep shearing, cow milking, lamb feeding and dog
demonstrations. Enjoy lunch at an Indian restaurant.Later do the Farm Tour, climb
aboard the comfortable, all-weather trailer as knowledgeable guides take you on a
journey around the farm where you learn about and have a chance to hand-feed some of
the animals. After hot Indian lunch visit Te Puia Thermal Reserve where you can wander
around the bubbling mud pools and see the famous ‘Pohutu’ Geyser. Also, discover
Maori art forms, ancient rituals and traditions, experience thrilling song and dance at a
traditional Maori Cultural show. Later enjoy an Indian Dinner at a local restaurant.
(B, L, D)
Day: 9, Name: Drive to Auckland. City tour and Visit Sky Tower, Description: After an American breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Auckland.
Upon arrival proceed for lunch. Enjoy a City tour and visit Sky Tower for a super 360-
degree view of this amazing city. If time permits some free time for shopping at Queens
Street Auckland.
Enjoy Indian dinner at a local Indian restaurant. Check into your hotel.
(B, L, D)
Day: 10, Name: Depart from Auckland, Description: Breakfast and transfer towards the Auckland airport where your memorable tour of New
Zealand ends.
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- Sightseeing, accommodation & services as per the above mentioned itinerary
- All transfers & excursions with entrance fees (as specified in the itinerary) by airconditioned coach.
- Services of a professional, friendly & multilingual Thomas Cook India Tour Manager (Subject to minimum 25 customers) or a local Representative.
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- International and Internal Air tickets required to participate in this tour.
- Visa, Insurance, Airport & Port taxes.
- The tour cost does not include tips payable locally for the driver etc to the tour Manager (NZD 5 per person per day)
- No porterage included.
- Any expenses of personal nature such as porterage, laundry expenses, mini-bar, mineral water, telephone charges, food & drink that are not a part of the package.
- Additional Meals that is not mentioned in the above itinerary.
- Cost of excursions, city sightseeing, entrance fees & local guides availed of by the passengers, other than that mentioned in the above itinerary.
- Cost of Optional Excursions.
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VISA REQUIREMENTS
The cost of visa is not included in your package tour price. It would be best to check with the consulates or embassy nearest to you or travel agent for advice and information. Please ensure that your travel documents are ready in time for departure.
Ticketing Requirements:
For this tour you would require confirmed air tickets Arrival in Auckland and Depart from Auckland. Internal ticket can be booked through Thomas Cook India with additional cost, It would be advisable to check with your sales officer or local travel agent for ticketing.
NOTE
- The above itinerary is tentative & may change as per the flight & hotel availability.
- Please DO NOT issue any tickets without confirming with TCIL team
- Tour cost does not include any flights i.e. International & internal.
- 04 passengers in one room are not allowed. Maximum capacity is 03 passengers
- Standard Hotel check-in time will be 1500 hours and check out at 1000 hrs.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
HOTELS
- This Package does offer city center hotels. As a 3rd person in a triple room, most hotels offer roll-away beds & room size will be the same as double room.
- For Child with bed: At times hotel don’t have enough roll-away beds, in that case they might give a double & a separate single room.
- A person 12 years & below is considered child & above 12 years, an adult.
- Hotel rooms may not be air-conditioned / air-cooled nor will fans be provided. Air conditioning / cooling in hotels are set as per weather conditions.
- Functioning of Air cooling / Air conditioning in hotels is subject to official declaration of summer by the local authority.
- Due to international events & trade fairs you may have to stay in hotels further away from the city. Note that any damages caused to the hotel rooms / Coach during the stay shall be payable by the passengers.
- We also reserve the right to substitute a hotel of similar class if it is deemed advisable or necessary.
- Hotels in certain cities are not offering buffet breakfasts due to health regulations. If the same does not change by the time the tours operate, we will organize breakfasts at Indian / local restaurant.
- It is important to note that hotel rooms in Australia may be more compact / smaller in size than what you are accustomed to.
COACHES
- Coaches are an important part of your journeys & we request our guests to keep the coach clean.
- Due to hygiene factors it is not permitted to use toilets in the coach. However, we will make comfort stops during long drives.
- Eating & drinking is not permitted in the coach.
- Due to limited boot space in the coach we suggest you to carry one check-in bag & one hand bag per person only
- Due to parking regulations & designated drop off & pick up points it is not possible to stop at all the places during the city tour. Tour Manager / Local Representative will try his/her best to stop coach wherever possible for a photo stop.
- Coaches do not have a wheelchair access. There are steps to board / alight from the coach.
- Coaches are forbidden inside most of the historic city centers; to preserve them from damage caused by pollution & getting overcrowded. Most of your sightseeing will be done by local buses & by foot in the historic & heritage centers.
GENERAL
- On some occasions you may have to join another group in case the group does not have adequate members.
- A local representative or a driver may only be there to assist you during your initial part of the tour.
- Security alerts & random closures might affect the itinerary.
- Please take extra care of your personal belongings while on the tour, every country you travel to is prone to thefts & bag snatching. Thomas Cook will not be liable for any loss of belongings / baggage.
- Disabled clients should carry their own wheelchair & should be accompanied by a qualified companion who is able to provide assistance to the disabled client.
- Thomas Cook shall not accept any liability or responsibility for any damages, loss, baggage loss, theft, injury, accident, death, breakdown or irregularity, which may occur in carrying out the tour arrangement, weather conditions, strikes, war, quarantine & any other cause whatsoever & all such loss or expense must be borne by the passengers. Insurance policies must be carried while on tour.
- The management reserves the right to claim any additional expenses incurred due to delay or changes in schedules of train, airplane, bus, ship or other services.
- The Tour Manager & the company reserves the right to amend the itinerary, alter, vary or withdraw any particular departure, excursion advertised. For the convenience of our passengers, we will sometimes amend the itinerary. However, all the services will remain the same.
- There are no refunds for any services i.e. meals, sightseeing etc. not utilized on your tour
- In case you decide to change the date of your return reservation once confirmed the exact amount payable to the airline will be advised once the same is confirmed.
- The images used in this brochure are for representation purpose only.
- Please refer to the Booking Form for detailed “Terms & Conditions”.
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