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Rental car pick-up Type: Compact Auto Pick-up location: Christchurch, City/Downtown |
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passing the Moeraki Boulders Distance: 360 km Travel time: 5:00 h more ... |
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Dunedin B&B offering Guided Wildlife Tours Built in 1930 this boutique guesthouse offers a unique combination of accommodation and small group guided wildlife tours. The nature-based package includes 2 nights accommodation and breakfast, Sunrise Penguin Walk, albatross viewing, and wildlife observations on Otago Peninsula (2 night package). In addition, there can be a complimentary 1.5 hour city walk which can be taken either in the afternoon on day of arrival or on the morning of departure. Sunrise Penguin Walk (Duration approx. 3 hours max. 6 people) Depart Nisbet Cottage before sunrise with your nature guide and drive for approx. 15 minutes to the car park from where we start the nature walk. This tour requires a reasonable level of fitness as we descend sweeping sand dunes to a remote beach on the way to our private viewing hide. On the way back to the car park you will need to climb up these dunes again. Penguins share this coastal habitat with a variety of different species, the most prominent being New Zealand Fur Seals and Sea Lions. We may encounter both and will certainly be able to see a number of other bird species. Learn about the penguins, their environment, and the management challenges for this unique place so close to a major city. Return to Nisbet Cottage for a hot shower and a well earned breakfast. Please note: This tour may take place on the same day as the Dunedin Nature and Albatross Experience or on day of departure. (weather, availability of guides ...). Peninsula Excursion & Albatross Encounter (Duration approx. 6 hours, max. 6 participants) 10.30 am - Depart Nisbet Cottage with your Nature Guide for exploration of Otago Peninsula with its spectacular scenery, nature and wildlife. Focus will be on native forest, tidal inlet birdlife, and the Royal Albatross at Taiaroa Head. The itinerary is flexible and we are happy to include features to suit particular interests, weather and time permitting. Start your peninsula excursion with a scenic drive followed by a walk through regenerating native bush. You will see conservation in action and get the opportunity to contribute to ongoing re-vegetation by planting a few native trees before picnic lunch at a stunning lookout with views of the beaches, cliffs, geological features, and the vast Pacific Ocean. After lunch you will continue exploring the remote side of Otago Peninsula along tidal inlets were, depending on tide and season, a variety of birds can be observed - pied stilt, white faced heron, oyster catcher, spoonbill and arctic waders. Further along the peninsula, at Taiaroa Head, Northern Royal Albatross are breeding in the only mainland breeding colony of any albatross species in the world. This special place will be another highlight of your day with the option of either a one-hour guided tour of the albatross colony or a one-hour harbour cruise on the MV Monarch to view these majestic birds in flight. Approx. 4.30 pm - Return to Nisbet Cottage, relax,and enjoy a glass of wine by the fire or on the deck with views of Dunedin and the surrounding hills. Your hosts will be happy to advise on local dining options, make reservations, and provide transport to the restaurant. |
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towards Fiordland National Park Distance: 290 km Travel time: 4:00 h more ... |
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Luxury Lodge overlooking Lake Te Anau Located on the highway to Milford Sound, this luxury lodge offers the discerning traveller style, comfort and privacy, yet is only five kilometers from the tourist township of Te Anau. Forty acres of rolling grass lands surround the lodge. The open architecture of the lodge reflects the vastness of the Fiordland National Park. Echoes of the forest are found in the striking natural timber construction. The lodge's comfortable dining area serves excellent food coupled with superb wine from the cellar. The ten luxury guest rooms look out across Lake Te Anau. Complementing the ten luxury lodge rooms are two traditionally built log cabins, ideal for families or those who want more privacy, providing bed and breakfast and the option to dine in the lodge. The warm interiors of the log cabins feature extensive use of recycled native New Zealand timber. The lodge owners, Robynne & Ron, know the area well and are happy to arrange excursions to Milford and Doubtful Sounds, trout fishing, escorted golf tours, horse riding, sea or lake kayaking, hiking, nature walks, alpine flower tours in the summer, bird watching, or glow worm cave tours for their guests. |
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Overnight Cruise on Doubtful Sound Known for its wilderness, peacefulness and wildllife, Doubtful Sound is the second largest of the 14 fiords in Fiordland National Park and it is three times longer and 10 times larger than Milford Sound. Following a short cruise across beautiful Lake Manapouri and a coach trip over Wilmot Pass, one will board the vessel at Deep Cove, Doubtful Sound. The vessel, purpose built for cruising in the fiords, offers spacious viewing decks, a comfortable dining saloon, an observation lounge and private cabins with ensuite bathrooms. Apart from the stunning scenery, fur seals and bottlenose dolphins can often be admired, and at times, rare penguins can be observed. There is also time to kayak around the shoreline or go exploring in the tender craft with a nature guide. As the shadows lengthen, the crew will drop anchor at a favourite mooring for the night. A delicious evening buffet meal will then be served in the spacious dining saloon. The tour starts at Pearl Harbour in Manapouri just after midday, and finishes 24 hours later at the same place. |
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from Fiordland to Queenstown Distance: 170 km Travel time: 2:00 h more ... |
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Boutique B&B elevated over Lake Wakatipu This boutique B&B is an architecturally designed contemporary homestay, offering comfort, style and relaxation. Built in 1998, the house is elevated over the lake and from its rocky ledge, and from its dining room window one has a bird's eye view of Lake Wakatipu and a 280 degree panorama of surrounding mountains. Both guestrooms are tastefully decorated and open to a north facing stylish courtyard garden to capture the all-day sun. Hosts Derek and Margaret are friendly New Zealanders who clearly enjoy sharing their exciting home with visitors. The township of Queenstown is only a five minute drive away. |
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Over the Crown Range Distance: 120 km Time: 1:30 h more ... |
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B&B Lodge above the Clutha River Located above the picturesque Clutha River this boutique B&B lodge offers a rural atmosphere and panoramic views. The three large and well appointed bedrooms have private patios; on the terrace there is spa-pool where guests can relax under the stars. There are complimentary mountain bikes on offer for guests to ride down along the Clutha River, a library, guest lounge, laundry and internet facilities are also available for guests. Over complimentary drinks and nibbles, the friendly hosts, Pam and Peter, will make you feel at home. They are more than happy to offer personal assistance to help plan your days to suit your own pace, whether it is skiing, fishing, hunting, horse or mountain bike riding. |
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across Haast Pass to the West Coast Distance: 1 90 km Travel t ime: 3 : 0 0 h more ... |
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Lodge on Moeraki River Located in the heart of the 2.7 million hectare South West New Zealand World Heritage Area, this unique lodge was set up in 1989 by Anne, a teacher, and Gerry, biologist and former director of New Zealand's largest environmental organisation, to help protect the rainforest and share this extraordinary natural setting with visitors. The lodge is landscaped in a lakeside clearing surrounded by 1000 year old rainforest trees. It offers a high level of comfort in attractive lodge rooms with lounges and a restaurant that overlook the lovely Moeraki rapids. Radiating from the lodge is a network of rainforest and Tasman seacoast walks. There is a fleet of canoes for guest to explore Lake Moeraki and the Moeraki river. Today, West Coasters Dorothy and Malcolm are the managers at Lake Moeraki and a team of enthusiastic guides will introduce lodge guests to crested penguins, fur seals, giant tame eels and New Zealand's unique birdlife and ancient forests. |
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via Fox Glacier Distance: 120 km Time: 2:00 h more ... |
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Lodge by the Glacier Set in bush and farmlands with views of the mountains,this boutique lodge offers a warm and relaxed atmosphere in a quiet rural setting, just 2 km north of the Franz Josef village and only minutes from Franz Josef Glacier itself. The lodge is purpose built, crafted entirely from wood. Six of the suites have mountain views from the rooms and verandahs. Two have private courtyards, which catch all-day sun, and are planted with trees to encourage the native fantails, tuis, white-eyes and bellbirds. |
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up the West Coast Distance: 200 km Time: 3:00 h more ... |
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Country Homestead south of Greymouth Only 10 minutes away from Hokitika and 20 minutes south of Greymouth, this peaceful and private coastal country retreat is set in extensive gardens featuring natives and conservation planting including traditional flax gardens. Guest will be warmly welcomed by the Te Rakau family at their colonial-style homestead, to experience wood stove warmth, a private outdoor spa and country cooking. Hosts Pauline & Hemi are happy to share their Maori and European cultural and historic knowledge of the site and the area. Accommodation comprises three ensuite bedrooms in the house as well as a separate self-contained apartment with a further two guestrooms. French doors open from all bedrooms onto the verandahs. Self-catering is optional for apartment guests. Free-range chickens provide farm-fresh eggs every day. Tours, such as scenic flights, hunting, fishing and bird-watching can be arranged. Award-winning cafés and the studios of greenstone, gold, wood, pottery and fibre artists can be visited nearby. |
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Through the Buller Gorge Distance: 320 km Travel time: 4:30 h more ... |
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Buotique Lodge nestled in Native Bush On the doorstep of the beaches of Abel Tasman and the wilderness of Kahurangi National Parks, this boutique lodge is nestled in 50 acres of native bush close to the source of the Riwaka river. There are four spacious lodge rooms and two self-contained cottage suites; all have private balconies and spectacular views. Facilities include pool, spa and bush walks. This place is ideal for couples who enjoy nature, the outdoors & good food. Each evening, guests are invited to join their hosts, Clare & Peter for cocktails. A 4-course dinner prepared with fresh ingredients from one on New Zealand's most bountiful regions and accompanied by fine Nelson wines will follow. Clare and Peter. keen travellers themselves, lived and worked in the UK, France, Asia, US and Australaisia and returned to New Zealand in 2003 to start up the lodge. They offer friendly advice and help guests plan activities. |
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to Picton Distance : 150km Time : 2:30 h more ... |
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Boutique Lodge on a Working Vineyard This small lodge offers fully hosted boutique B&B accommodation on a working vineyard with a difference. It is housed in a unique modern straw-bale building nestled amongst the Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir vines of Barrow's Vineyard. Situated on the world renowned wine producing river flats of the Wairau Valley. Nettie & Jane, the hosts provide home-cooked and fresh home-grown produce, a taste of wine from the vineyard and the option to be professionally guided or advised on individually designed wine, trekking, cycling, walking, fishing, skiing, discovery, craft or gourmet trails of Marlborough. Guests are accommodated away from the main house in three private suites, which have a quiet comfort that is accentuated by quality fittings and custom designed and hand crafted furniture. Each suite has its own private entrance and vineyard setting incorporating verandah, courtyard and lounge area. Guests have free use of the large out-door spa set amongst the vines, petanque area, BBQ courtyard, living area with open fire, separate guest's kitchen/dining area, garden/vineyard grounds, and complimentary use of the lodge's bikes to explore the neighbouring wineries, riverbanks, swimming holes and countryside. Two sets of golf clubs are available with some wonderful courses nearby. A generous breakfast is served in the mornings. Guests also have the option of joining their hosts for a full three course dinner with wine. Blenheim is only a 15-minute drive away. |
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Drop Off Rental Car at Picton Ferry Terminal When travelling to the North Island, a changeover vehicle will be supplied at the ferry terminal in Wellington - if renting from one of the big companies, like AVIS. (No need to take the car onto the ferry and pay extra for a vehicle fare). Ferry from Picton to Wellington The Interislander Ferry is one of the best ways to travel between New Zealand's North and South Islands. The 83-kilometre journey between Picton in the South and Wellington in the North is regarded as one of the world's great scenic cruises - lasting three hours. Departing from the picturesque township of Picton the ferry passes through the majestic Marlborough Sounds - a haven of tree-lined coves, inlets and crystal clear water. Between the two islands lies Cook Strait, which offers stunning views and the opportunity to spot wildlife such as whales, dolphins and seabirds. After passing the rugged southern coastline of the North Island the journey ends at Lambton Harbour in Wellington, the capital of New Zealand. (The fare for the ferry is included in the package price and included in 'Extras'.) |
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Edwardian Villa in the Heart of Wellington Located in the heart of Wellington City this Homestay B&B is a short walk from some of Wellington's best restaurants and cafes, and a few minutes walk from some of Wellington's major attractions such as Te Papa museum and the Oriental Bay beaches. The hosts, Coral & Bill, offer two double rooms in their renovated Edwardian villa for discerning travellers. Dinners can be provided by arrangement but if guests choose to dine out, they can enjoy complimentary pre-dinner refreshments with their hosts. The hosts are also pleased to make arrangements for guided tours, theatres or other events either before their guests arrive or during their stay. |
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via Martinborough to Napier Distance: 330km Time: 5:00 h more ... |
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Edwardian Villa in Napier This turn of the century Edwardian villa offers three bedrooms overlooking Cape Kidnappers upstairs, and a fully self-contained two-bedroom apartment downstiars. The grand doorway with its original stained glass window and eye catching wood work gives the house lots of character. There is also a room with a balcony with stunning views, especially for those who wish to sit and drink a local award-winning wine. The host, Tim & Tina are happy to organise as much or as little as required. Continental or cooked breakfast is served in the main dining room. The house is located only 10 minutes walk from the City Centre and plenty of street parking is available. |
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via Taupo to Rotorua Distance : 230 km Time : 3:30 h more ... |
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Lodge on the Shores of Lake Rotorua The unique lake-front lodge nestles in a peaceful garden setting near the tip of Kawaha Point, a leafy peninsula on the western shore of Lake Rotorua. While it is just a five-minute drive from the city centre, guests are secluded from traffic noise and sulphur fumes. A variety of accommodation is offered. Guests can swim from the private beach, then relax in the lakeside open-air spa and the Finnish sauna or enjoy a massage on site. The private jetty is an ideal starting point for floatplane and boating excursions. Complimentary green fees make a round of golf popular at the nearby 18-hole golf course. The breakfast buffet offers European breads, sliced meats, seasonal fresh fruit, cooked offering and more. |
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to the Kauri Coast Distance: 4 50 km Time: 6 :30 h more ... |
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Boutique Lodge on the Edge of the Kauri Forest This lodge is nestled on a ridge overlooking the mighty Waipoua Forest, home to New Zealand's biggest and most majestic kauri trees. "Tane Mahuta", New Zealand's largest kauri tree, is just 16kms from the lodge. The kauri villa has accommodated guests since 1890 and in winter 2003 was carefully restored by its new owners Nicole and Chris, retaining it's history and character. Guests can relax in the lounge by the fire, in the sunroom library, or choose a soothing wine from the bar to enjoy on the deck overlooking the 3 acres of gardens. Dinner is served at a time of the guests' choice. Four private self contained apartments are housed within the orginial farm buildings, which were also completely rebuilt in 2003. Tile bathrooms, private lounges, ensuites, king beds, robes, cds, and quality linen are there to enjoy and warm the soul. The landscaped gardens, filled with birdsong, lead to a native bush walk at the bottom of the garden. Umfulana-Tip: A guided night walk - 'Twilight Encounter' - through the Waipoua Forest. Friendly experienced and local Maori guides from Footprints Waipoua willingly share their knowledge, stories, song and musical instruments to enlighten and enhance this tranquil and spiritual location. Depending on the season, the tour starts around 6pm finishes at 9pm. This tour can be pre-booked by Umfulana or later on by the lodge. |
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via Hokianga Harbour into the Bay of Islands Distance: 120 km Time: 2:30 h |
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Lodge on Flagstaff Hill Set high on a hill above the historic township of Russell in five hectares of native bush, this small lodge is not only a haven for bird life - including a recently released kiwi that can sometimes be heard calling at night - but also a haven for travellers. From the large wooden deck guests have commanding views of the town and of the labyrinths of sea winding between the peninsulas and islands of the bay. The guests rooms are bright, modern, spacious and elegantly appointed. Host Colwyn is a former local policeman and a former New Zealand softball player who speaks fluent Maori. The lodge is also a great honeymoon destination and, because Colywn is a marriage celebrant. Small wedding are sometimes held at the lodge and can be arranged by Umfulana. |
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via Whangarei to Auckland Distance: 240 km Time: 4:00 h more ... |
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Victorian Villa in Devonport This magnificently restored 1880's Victorian villa, overlooks a park, the waterfront and the quaint maritime village of Devonport and is just a two minute stroll to the ferry which takes one quickly to central Auckland and the surrounding islands of the Hauraki Gulf. The seven guest rooms have recently been redecorated by Judy, the owner, and each and every one has its own special style. Furnishings are a mix of New Zealand and English antiques. Guest will find complimentary specialty teas, coffees, handmade chocolates, port, sherry and lavender bags in all guest rooms. Breakfast is served, in the wonderful open and sunny, spacious breakfast room - overlooking the secluded tropical garden. In summer, guests can breakfast alfresco on the verandah. Even the menu is beautifully presented and sets the scene for a superb breakfast, starting with fresh orange juice, home-made muesli and tropical fruits, or eggs Devonport - scrambled with herbs and smoked salmon and served on a toasted English muffin. A range of very good restaurants and shops, as well as Devenport's beach and Mount Victoria, which offers amazing 360-degree view over Auckland and the harbour, are only a short walk away. |
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Rental car drop-off Drop-off location: Auckland Airport |
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Departure from Auckland Airport Flight - by own arrangement |
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Group C - Compact Auto Typ: Toyota Corolla Sedan, Holden Astra /Viva (1.8), Mitsubishi Lancer (2.4), Toyota Corolla Hatch (1.08), Ford Focus (2.0). (Gruppe C) Equipment: Radio/CD-Player, Air Conditioning, Power Steering, Dual Airbags, Automatic Max. Excess for this car: Standard (see above) |
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| The price is per person based on two persons sharing a double room and includes accommodations (meals included as stated above) and rental car. USD 5,259.001 EUR 3,859.00 Should you want to revise this itinerary, we can change any of the following items: the route, the number of persons travelling, the time schedule, the standard of accommodation and the type of vehicle, according to your wishes. The tour can begin on any date desired. Recommended travel period: January – May, September – December Upon booking this tour you will receive: If you have any questions, would like to request changes or book this tour, please call your personal consultant Susanne Bonnemann on +49 (0)2268 9098-0 or submit an enquiry via the Internet: |
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| 1) Price per person based on two people sharing a double room, flights not included. Prices may vary by season and due to differences in available services. All tours are sold in euros. Prices indicated in other currencies are for informational purposes only and may vary in accordance with changes in exchange rates. |








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