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Volcanic Venture

(Tour Code : T47)

Auckland to the thermal wonderland of Rotorua, down to beautiful Lake Taupo and then into the mountainous Tongariro National Park for some amazing hiking adventures..

Details

Reporting time 7.45 am. Departs from the Sky City Coach Terminal at 8.15 am EVERY DAY.

Day 1: Auckland - Waitomo - Rotorua
The Bombay Hills signal the end of sprawling city, and the lush Waikato pasturelands take you past Hamilton and on to the WaitomoCaves for a subterranean boat ride under an eerie canopy of lights. On across the Mamaku Hills to fiery Rotorua. We recommend you attend a fascinating Maori hangi (feast) and concert tonight (optional). Overnight in Rotorua

Day 2: Rotorua - Lake Taupo
A half day sightseeing tour is included. You will see roaring geysers, boiling mud pools at the thermal area, tame trout at the springs and performing sheep and dogs at the Agrodome. This afternoon drive south through exotic forests until you reach the steam fields of Wairakei and Lake Taupo in the centre of the North Island. Overnight at Lake Taupo

Day 3: Taupo - Tongariro National Park
This morning a guided tour will take you to the mighty Huka Falls, Wairakei, the Aratiatia Rapids and the Craters of the Moon. In the afternoon you skirt the lake and climb the slopes of Mt Ruapehu, an active volcano. Overnight at Mt Ruapehu

Day 4: National Park to Auckland or Wellington
The morning is free to explore one of the many short walks available. The park headquarters will be able to advise on routes. In the afternoon board the Overlander train to journey to either Auckland or Wellington, arriving at approximately 7.30pm.

 

Tour Costs

Valid 01 October 2007 - 30 September 2008
All Prices in New Zealand Dollars
Cost Per Person Share Twin Single Triple Breakfast option
Bronze $809.00 $1099.00 $779.00 $81.00
Silver $929.00 $1,329.00 $889.00 $96.00
Gold $1,039.00 $1,479.00 $969.00 $108.00

Farmstay Option

Valid 01 October 2007  - 30 September 2008
Replace a night in Rotorua or Dunedin with a night in a rural environment. Enjoy dinner and breakfast with your host family and experience a country lifestyle. Triple share may not be available- on request only. (All prices in NZ Dollars)
Cost Per Person Standard
Share Twin $76.00

Meeting and Departure Services

Valid to 30 September 2008
For overseas visitors, our representative will meet you at the airport, take you to your pretour hotel, give you your tour documents and, next morning transfer you to your coach or train. (or visa versa on departure) Costs including accommodation. (All prices in NZ Dollars)
Cost Per Person Bronze Silver Gold

AUCKLAND

Share Twin
Single
Triple
$139.00
$259.00
$129.00
$159.00
$289.00
$139.00
$179.00
$329.00
$159.00

WELLINGTON

Share Twin
Single
Triple
$129.00
$229.00
$109.00
$149.00
$249.00
$129.00
$189.00
$339.00
$159.00

CHRISTCHURCH

Share Twin
Single
Triple
$129.00
$199.00
$109.00
$149.00
$259.00
$129.00
$159.00
$279.00
$149.00

Additional nights available an any destination

Add an extra night at a competitive rate - To extend your tour, advise your consultant at the time of booking. Popular destinations for additional nights are Auckland, Christchurch, Glaciers, Wellington, Rotorua and Dunedin. We also recommend that travellers spend extra nights before and after a tour to explore the gateway cities, as each has its own unique attractions - just ask.


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