| Countries Visited:
New Zealand |
Tour Type: Low Cost
Tour Duration: 10 Days (9 Nights)
From: Christchurch to Christchurch
Tour Code: GPSI10
Operator: Grand Pacific |
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 Click Map To Enlarge Tour Description
This tour offers unbeatable value and provides an excellent coverage of the spectacular South Island. This tour is part of the 19 Day Grand Tour of New Zealand. It provides an excellent range of superior hotel accommodation, luxury coach travel with professional Coach Captain, cooked breakfasts and dinners plus a comprehensive range of prepaid activities including a number of specialty evening meals. Attractions Included:
Touring Included:
- Luxury coach travel with 2 door access, restroom, reclining seats and panoramic windows
- Professional Coach Captain
- Personalised Meet & Greet on arrival
- Return airport transfers in New Zealand
- 9 nights 3.5 - 4 star accommodation
- Two 2 night stays
- Hotel Porterage
- 2 Scenic Cruises
- All sightseeing and pre paid attractions
Bon Appétit!
- 9 cooked breakfasts
- 8 sumptuous dinners including 3 specialty dinners: Haggis Ceremony - Dunedin, Walter Peak Homestead - Queenstown, Farewell Dinner - Christchurch
- 1 picnic lunch
- 1 delicious morning tea at Glenfalloch Gardens
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Day
1 |
Arrive Christchurch
Fly from your homeport to Christchurch where you will be met by a tour representative and transferred to your hotel (flight not included). Stay: Sudima Christchurch (D) |
Day
2 |
Christchurch - Franz Josef
This morning board the TranzAlpine, renowned as one of the great train journeys of the world. Travel through spectacular gorges to Arthur’s Pass located in the centre of the Southern Alps. Board your coach and travel to Hokitika, famous for its Greenstone before continuing to Franz Josef where time is available to experience a scenic flight (optional, weather permitting) over the spectacular glaciers. Stay: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier (B/D) |
Day
3 |
Franz Josef - Queenstown
See the snow capped peaks of the Southern Alps as you continue via the Haast Pass, an area of stunning beauty before arriving into picturesque Queenstown, a year round resort. This evening is free and you may choose to dine out at one of the many fine restaurants. Stay: Mercure Resort (Lakeview Rooms) (2 nights) (B) |
Day
4 |
Queenstown at leisure
Today is a free day. There are plenty of sightseeing options and your Coach Captain is available to assist. You may wish to enjoy the thrill of a jet boat ride, a heritage tour of the scenic Skippers Canyon or the helicopter ride of a lifetime. This evening board the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw and cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak Station. On arrival sit back and relax, as you are treated to the best of New Zealand’s high country cuisine in the Colonel’s Homestead. After dinner enjoy a short farm tour then reboard the TSS Earnslaw for a sing along by the piano as you cruise back to Queenstown. (B/SD) |
Day
5 |
Queenstown - Te Anau
Enjoy a leisurely start before travelling to Arrowtown, an old gold mining village and visit the Lakes District Museum. Continue to Te Anau, the gateway to Fiordland. This evening you may like to visit the Te Anau Glow Worm Caves (optional). Stay: Distinction Luxmore Hotel (Deluxe Rooms) (2 nights) (B/D) |
Day
6 |
Te Anau - Milford Sound - Te Anau
Depart Te Anau for a fascinating drive to Milford Sound where you board your launch for a cruise on this magnificent fiord. See the spectacular Bowen Falls and towering Mitre Peak as you enjoy a picnic lunch. This afternoon return to Te Anau where some free time is available. (B/L/D) |
Day
7 |
Te Anau - Dunedin
Travel via Gore and Balclutha to Dunedin for an informative city tour followed by some free time at leisure. Tonight a Scottish evening will be presented comprising of bagpipes, great food, special Haggis Ceremony and gift. Stay: Mercure Leisure Lodge (B/SD) |
Day
8 |
Dunedin - Twizel
Travel along the Otago Peninsula to Larnach Castle where you will hear of the tragic and scandalous history on a guided tour. Visit Glenfalloch Woodland Gardens and view the superb collection of flowers followed by a delightful morning tea. Farewell Dunedin and travel to Oamaru famous for its limestone. After a true Victorian welcome, enjoy an informative update on this unique precinct where several amazing buildings and shops are on show. Follow the Waitaki River and see Lake Benmore as you travel to Twizel for your overnight stay. Stay: MacKenzie Country Inn (B/D) |
Day
9 |
Twizel - Mt Cook - Christchurch
This morning marvel at Mt Cook, New Zealand’s highest peak. The opportunity is available to enjoy a scenic flight (optional, weather permitting) over the Southern Alps. Continue to Lake Tekapoo and view the brilliant turquoise water, visit the Church of the Good Shepherd and the Sheep Dog Statue before arriving into Christchurch. This evening enjoy a farewell dinner with your new friends. Stay: Sudima Christchurch (B/SD) |
Day
10 |
Depart Christchurch
Time to say goodbye. You will be transferred to the airport for your flight home after a memorable New Zealand holiday. (B) |
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Itinerary is based on 2012/13 departures. Click on the icon to the left if you would like to view an electronic version of the brochure. |
Tour Prices
Tour prices are per person. Please request a quote for tour availability. |
EXCLUSIVE SPECIAL OFFER*
2012/13 Season Sale! Save up to $200 per couple & 1 FREE Night pre or post tour! Exclusive to Global Journeys. Deposit this month only to qualify!
Subject to availability at the time of booking.
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| START DATE |
END DATE |
BROCHURE
(Twin Share) |
BROCHURE
(Single) |
OUR
SAVINGS |
OUR
PRICE |
| 21 Sep 2012 |
30 Sep 2012 |
AU $2,599 |
AU $3,369 |
Save $100 |
AU $2,499 |
| 03 Oct 2012 |
12 Oct 2012 |
AU $2,599 |
AU $3,369 |
Save $100 |
AU $2,499 |
| 14 Oct 2012 |
23 Oct 2012 |
AU $2,599 |
AU $3,369 |
Save $100 |
AU $2,499 |
| 27 Oct 2012 |
05 Nov 2012 |
AU $2,599 |
AU $3,369 |
Save $100 |
AU $2,499 |
| 05 Nov 2012 |
14 Nov 2012 |
AU $2,599 |
AU $3,369 |
Save $100 |
AU $2,499 |
| 14 Nov 2012 |
23 Nov 2012 |
AU $2,599 |
AU $3,369 |
Save $100 |
AU $2,499 |
| 23 Nov 2012 |
02 Dec 2012 |
AU $2,599 |
AU $3,369 |
Save $100 |
AU $2,499 |
| 02 Dec 2012 |
11 Dec 2012 |
AU $2,599 |
AU $3,369 |
Save $100 |
AU $2,499 |
| 28 Jan 2013 |
06 Feb 2013 |
AU $2,599 |
AU $3,369 |
Save $100 |
AU $2,499 |
| 15 Feb 2013 |
24 Feb 2013 |
AU $2,599 |
AU $3,369 |
Save $100 |
AU $2,499 |
| 18 Feb 2013 |
27 Feb 2013 |
AU $2,599 |
AU $3,369 |
Save $100 |
AU $2,499 |
| 25 Feb 2013 |
06 Mar 2013 |
AU $2,599 |
AU $3,369 |
Save $100 |
AU $2,499 |
| 05 Mar 2013 |
14 Mar 2013 |
AU $2,599 |
AU $3,369 |
Save $100 |
AU $2,499 |
| 13 Mar 2013 |
22 Mar 2013 |
AU $2,599 |
AU $3,369 |
Save $100 |
AU $2,499 |
| 17 Mar 2013 |
26 Mar 2013 |
AU $2,599 |
AU $3,369 |
Save $100 |
AU $2,499 |
| 23 Mar 2013 |
01 Apr 2013 |
AU $2,599 |
AU $3,369 |
Save $100 |
AU $2,499 |
| 26 Mar 2013 |
04 Apr 2013 |
AU $2,599 |
AU $3,369 |
Save $100 |
AU $2,499 |
| 07 Apr 2013 |
16 Apr 2013 |
AU $2,599 |
AU $3,369 |
Save $100 |
AU $2,499 |
| 13 Apr 2013 |
22 Apr 2013 |
AU $2,599 |
AU $3,369 |
Save $100 |
AU $2,499 |
| 18 Apr 2013 |
27 Apr 2013 |
AU $2,599 |
AU $3,369 |
Save $100 |
AU $2,499 |
| 28 Apr 2013 |
07 May 2013 |
AU $2,599 |
AU $3,369 |
Save $100 |
AU $2,499 |
| 11 May 2013 |
20 May 2013 |
AU $2,599 |
AU $3,369 |
Save $100 |
AU $2,499 |
Note: All of the departures above are Guaranteed to depart. |
Book Your Grand Pacific Tour & Flights Together
All inclusive, twin share, per person prices below. |
| DEPARTURE CITY |
TOUR PLUS
AIRFARE |
PREPAID
TAXES* |
ALL INCLUSIVE
TOTAL |
| Adelaide | AU $3199 | AU $123 | AU $3,322 |
| Brisbane | AU $2899 | AU $130 | AU $3,029 |
| Cairns | AU $3169 | AU $132 | AU $3,301 |
| Canberra | AU $3089 | AU $125 | AU $3,214 |
| Coolangatta | AU $2899 | AU $130 | AU $3,029 |
| Hobart | AU $3199 | AU $120 | AU $3,319 |
| Launceston | AU $3199 | AU $120 | AU $3,319 |
| Melbourne | AU $2899 | AU $130 | AU $3,029 |
| Perth | AU $3469 | AU $115 | AU $3,584 |
| Sydney | AU $2899 | AU $130 | AU $3,029 |
* Note: Flight prices based on 2012 departures. Prepaid taxes are subject to change. Exact amount will be confirmed at the time of booking. Any discounts offered on the land only prices, also apply to the all inclusive prices above.
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Travel in Style:
A range of stylish accessories that will complement your documentation pack. |
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Grand Pacific Tours offer a range of stylish accessories that will complement your documentation pack. These items offer great value for money and will be a memento of your New Zealand holdiay for many years to come. Order any of these items with Global Journeys at the time of booking, as they are not available in New Zealand. Please ask when requesting a quote.
 Jacket $AU 58, Vest $AU 48 & Cap $AU 20 (includes delivery). |
General Information
The information below relates to this itinerary only. |
Tour Operator: Grand Pacific Tours
 Grand Pacific Tours are the market leaders in luxury coach holidays to New Zealand. We offer an extensive range of Luxury Coach and Rail tours as well as Special Interest tours throughout New Zealand. Grand Pacific Tours offers an "all inclusive" style of touring that represents the best value for money and includes the highest quality standard of product.
Frequently Asked Questions
 Grand Pacific Tours utilise modern, luxury touring coaches. All coaches feature air conditioning, reclining cloth trim seats, panoramic windows, CD and DVD player, entertainment system, lowering devices, air bag suspension, restroom, two door access and cold water storage. Traveller comments on the vehicles utilised by Grand Pacific tours can be described in one word - “Excellent”.
Yes, all of our tour dates are guaranteed to depart.
This depends on the touring style you are booking. You will receive paper documents in a complimentary leather travel wallet as well as luggage labels and a useful booklet containing valuable holiday information. You will also receive a map of the region you are visiting when you get on tour.
Documents for Grand Pacific guided tours are delivered to the hotel or address you are staying at prior to your tour depending on the tour type chosen. We also provide you with a tour itinerary and arrival instructions by email, once we have all your flight information and personal details.
Merchandise needs to be added at the time of booking (or prior to final monies being paid) and can't be purchased once on tour. You will receive your merchandise as part of your documentation pack approximately 2-3 weeks prior to departure. If the jacket is an incorrect size then it can be returned and an alternate jacket can be sent. A $5.00 postage and handling fee is required for any jacket exchanges.
Our tours are geared towards the senior market, therefore most of our travellers are between 55-80 years of age. We do of course have clients travelling that are either younger or older than this average age. Due to the nature of our tours we have found that children under 5 years of age are not suitable to travel on our tours. We do offer child rates (on application) for children between 5-11 years of age.
Grand Pacific Tours have a maximum capacity of 48 people per tour.
New Zealanders, like Australians, do not depend on tips for their income, however tipping in appreciation for extra-special service is at the discretion of the visitor.
Due to the nature of our tours we have found that children under 5 years of age are not suitable to travel on our tours. We do offer child rates (on application) for children between 5-11 years of age.
We have a dedicated section on our website providing more detailed information on Grand Pacific including more FAQ's on what you need to know before, during and after your travel; as well as information on what to expect on tour, and a comprehensive search facility to enable you to easily find more of their tours. Read more> (NB: This link will take you away from this tour itinerary page).
Airport Transfer Information
Free Airport Transfers
Grand Pacific offers a hotel or airport transfer at the start and end of your tour, or in-conjunction with pre or post accommodation booked with Global Journeys & Grand Pacific. All flight information must be given to Global Journeys at least 6 weeks prior to departure so that transfers can be booked. If you book your own pre or post accommodation then transfers cannot be included.
Terms & Conditions:
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