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Day 1 Auckland - Whitianga Drive south to the rich farmland of the Waikato Change coaches and hug the Firth of Thames before crossing the bush clad peaks of the Coromandel Peninsula to Whitianga and its expansive golden beaches. The afternoon will be free. Fishing, swimming with Dolphins, beach and bush walks, a craft trail or relaxing on one of the beautiful beaches and just some of the options available. Day 2 Whitianga Join the Hot Water Connection for a half day sightseeing. Highlights include: a visit to the beautiful Hot Water Beach with its natural thermal springs - the chance exists to dig your own natural spa pool at the waters edge, Shakespeare Cliff with its awesome seascapes and Captain Cook’s landing place at the Purangi River. The departure of the tour is governed by the tide, details will be advised on confirmation. Day 3 Whitianga - Rotorua Farewell the Cormandel as you retrace your travels back to Thames and Ngatea. Changing coaches its on to Waihi home of the Martha gold mine. Follow the coastline through the Kiwi Fruit producing regions to reach Tauranga. Pass Te Puke’s giant kiwi fruit and cross the Ohau Channel, between lakes Rotorua and Rotoiti, to arrive in Rotorua. Day 4 Rotorua This morning’s half day tour first visits geysers, steaming pools and boiling mud. The excitement continues at the Agrodome where the stars of the show are nearly all sheep. After learning of New Zealand farming heritage relax amongst the native bush and crystal clear pools teaming with Brown and Rainbow trout. The afternoon is free. Day 5 Rotorua - Auckland Departing Rotorua again traverse the Mamaku ranges. Cross the rich Waikato farmland to arrive at the Waitomo Caves. Visit the Glow Worm Caves with their millions of fairy lights (Included). Reboarding the coach continue onto Hamilton before following the Waikato River to reach Auckland. Arrive approximately 4.50pm. Alternatively Travel south through man-made forests and view the geothermal power stations. Round Lake Taupo to Turangi. Pass below the mighty volcanic peaks of Tongariro National Park. Descending to the Manawatu Plains journey through the market garden towns of Levin and Otaki. Kapiti Island Bird sanctuary preludes Wellington - the Capital. |
Shakespeare Cliff - Whitianga
Rainbow Springs - Rotorua |
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Prices are valid until 30 September 2008 |
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