Spotlight on New Zealand
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EXPERIENCE WITH TAUCK
Scenic cruise by vintage steamship on Lake Wakatipu for a sheep-shearing demonstration and barbecue dinner at Walter Peak Country farm
TAUCK VALUE INCLUDES
On-Tour Air (3 flights) - Exclusive charter flights in New Zealand - more sightseeing, less waiting
Visit to the high-tech Te Papa Tongarewa National Museum
Cruise the Marlborough Sounds, celebrating bounteous beauty with a luncheon of wine and steamed green-lipped mussels
Lunch at a winery and bistro known for its Pinot Noir and stunning views of Lake Hayes and the surrounding mountains
Jet boat ride on the Shotover River rapids & a helicopter ride to the top of Bob’s Peak in Queenstown
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Guests should be able to easily walk one to two miles, which may include climbing one or two flights of stairs and walking over uneven pavement, groomed hiking trails or cobblestones. Standing up to one hour or more may be required.
Pace
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Moderately paced, and may include some early morning hotel departures, one or two on-tour flights, and extended motor coach travel.
Experiences of a lifetime
Natural spas, bucolic vineyards, carved canyons and charming cities set the scene for exploration as you explore in-depth over the course of 10-days, this beautiful country with its monolithic mountains, Maori culture and more.
As a Tauck Exclusive, travel aboard our exclusive air charters as you enjoy fabulous travel experiences throughout the North and South Islands. Make cultural connections as you explore Maori traditions; explore your adventurous side on a jet boat cruise; travel by helicopter to the top of Bob's Peak in Queenstown; pamper your palate on a green-lipped mussel and wine cruise on the Marlborough Sounds, lunch at a winery known for its Pinot Noir and lakeside views, and a wine tasting on Waiheke Island; and view some amazing natural wonders from the glacier-carved cliffs of Milford Sound to stunning Lake Wakatipu.
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Call us, or call your travel advisor, to book your preferred departure date today – and explore our beautiful brochures to find your inspiration for your next journey.