QueenstownMilfordSoundLake OhauSOUTHISLANDNORTHISLANDWellingtonRotoruaTaupoTongariro National ParkAuckland11222Hanmer SpringsKaikouraNelson111NO. OF NIGHTS STAYDAY STOPDates & Prices 2012/13NEW ZEALAND54|55DAY 1 Auckland to Rotorua Marae Experience. We meet in Auckland then head south to Rotorua. Tonight we'll be staying in a traditional Maori Marae for an evening of culture, history and legend. (D)DAY 2 Marae to Taupo. First up we visit Whakarewarewa Village and Thermal Reserve before spending the day exploring Rotorua at your own pace. In the afternoon we head for Taupo, home to NZ's largest lake. On the way we'll pass the thundering Huka Falls and the Wairakei geo-thermal area. (B)DAY 3 Taupo. The day is yours to explore this beautiful area, with hundreds of stunning natural spots and loads of optional activities. (B, D)DAY 4 Taupo to Wellington. Taking our leave of Taupo we travel south to Wellington. We arrive in the afternoon making a quick stop at the top of Mt Victoria for an awesome view of the city. (B)DAY 5 Wellington. Take a day to explore the nation's capital. Why not visit Te Papa, the National Museum, or test out the scenic cable car (optional). There is plenty of shopping and contemporary galleries on offer as well as impressive bars and restaurants. (B)DAY 6 Wellington to Nelson. Say goodbye to the North Island as we jump on a ferry and cross the Cook Strait and catch the beauty of the Marlborough Sounds from the viewing decks. (B)DAY 7 Nelson. Use today to explore Nelson and its gorgeous surrounds. Visit Abel Tasman National Park for stunning photo opportunities, stroll the many walking tracks, take to the water by boat or ocean kayak. (B, D)DAY 8 Nelson to Hanmer Springs via Kaikoura. Today we pass through the Rai Valley to a morning stop at Blenheim. There's a chance for optional whale watching at Kaikoura. Then to Hanmer Springs for thermal pools and mountain biking. (B)DAY 9 Hanmer Springs to Lake Ohau. We'll stop for lunch at a sheep station and learn about life on the farm. We finish up on the shores of Lake Ohau. (B, L, D)DAY 10 Lake Ohau to Fiordland Experience. Driving over Lindis Pass we visit Te Anau. Tonight we're taking to the Fiord with an exclusive overnight cruise on Milford Sound, surely one of New Zealand's most picturesque areas. (B, D)DAY 11 Fiordland Experience to Queenstown. Back on the mainland, it's onwards past Lake Wakatipu to the adrenalin capital of the Southern Hemisphere, Queenstown. Tonight we check out the legendary nightlife. (B, D)DAY 12 Queenstown. Queenstown has so many activities you're bound to find something fun to do - bungy jumping, the Shotover Jet, boat safari or horseback riding. (B)Exclusive to Topdeck»»Overnight in a traditional Maori Marae»»Overnight luxury cruise on Milford Sound (operates September to May)»»Private sheep farm tour including lunchAlso Included»»11 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 6 dinners (D)»»5 nights in hotels/motels, 3 nights in lodges/cabins, 1 night in a hostel, 1 night in a traditional Maori Marae, 1 night cruise on Milford Sound (operates September to May)»»Ferry crossing through Marlborough Sounds»»Hanmer Springs»»Modern air-conditioned midi coach»»Escorted services of a fully trained Trip Leader & DriverTRIP CODE: JNZ12/R12 Day Iconic KiwiGo to topdeck.travel/Iconic-Kiwi for more info.Tongariro National ParkKayaking, Abel Tasman National ParkNote: During winter this trip will not visit Milford Sound. Look for a "w" alongside winter dates. For an alternate itinerary please visit our website.ex. Auckland 12Apr1221Apr1212May1221May1211Jun12w20Jun12w11Jul12w20Jul12w10Aug12w19Aug12w02Sep1209Sep1218Sep1225Sep1202Oct1209Oct1218Oct1225Oct1201Nov1208Nov1217Nov1224Nov1201Dec1208Dec1217Dec1224Dec1231Dec1207Jan1316Jan1323Jan1330Jan1306Feb1315Feb1322Feb1301Mar1308Mar1317Mar1324Mar1331Mar1307Apr1316Apr1307May1316May1306Jun13w15Jun13w06Jul13w15Jul13w05Aug13w14Aug13w04Sep1313Sep13ex. Queenstown08Apr1229Apr1208May1229May1207Jun12w28Jun12w07Jul12w28Jul12w06Aug12w27Aug12w05Sep1219Sep1226Sep1205Oct1212Oct1219Oct1226Oct1204Nov1211Nov1218Nov1225Nov1204Dec1211Dec1218Dec1225Dec1203Jan1310Jan1317Jan1324Jan1302Feb1309Feb1316Feb1323Feb1304Mar1311Mar1318Mar1325Mar1303Apr1310Apr1324Apr1303May1324May1302Jun13w23Jun13w02Jul13w23Jul13w01Aug13w22Aug13w31Aug13w21Sep1330Sep13USD12 Days from $1685 per personTotal Trip Price $1685twin supplement $395 Total Trip Price $1825twin supplement $365

Hanmer SpringsKaikouraQueenstownMilfordSoundFox GlacierChristchurchLake OhauNelson1SOUTHISLANDWellington21112NO. OF NIGHTS STAYDAY STOP1Dates & Prices 2012/13NEW ZEALANDDAY 1 Wellington to Nelson. We meet up on the North Island and jump on a ferry to cross the Cook Strait and catch the beauty of the Marlborough Sounds from the viewing decks. Our stop for the night is Nelson, home to a thriving arts community and some pretty special wineries too.DAY 2 Nelson. Visit Abel Tasman National Park for stunning photo opportunities, stroll the many walking tracks, take to the water by boat or ocean kayak (both optional). There's also horse riding and quad biking near the ocean for a more relaxed day. (B, D)DAY 3 Nelson to Hanmer Springs Via Kaikoura. Today we pass through the Rai Valley and its vineyards to a morning stop at Blenheim. We'll stop to check out fur seals at Ohau Point before reaching Kaikoura with an optional spot of whale watching or dolphin/seal swimming. Mixing thrilling adventure with a relaxed atmosphere, Hanmer Springs offers thermal pools, mountain biking plus much more. (B)DAY 4: Hanmer Springs to Lake Ohau. We travel into Christchurch to pick up some new travellers. We'll stop for lunch at a sheep station and learn about life on the farm. We finish up on the shores of Lake Ohau. (B, L, D)DAY 5 Lake Ohau to Fiordland Experience. Driving over Lindis Pass we visit Te Anau. Tonight we're taking to the Fiord with an exclusive overnight cruise on Milford Sound, surely one of New Zealand's most picturesque areas. Keep an eye out for fur seals, bottlenose dolphins and even penguins. (B, D)DAY 6 Fiordland Experience to Queenstown. Back on the mainland, it's onwards past Lake Wakatipu to the adrenaline capital of the Southern Hemisphere, Queenstown. We'll meet up for dinner before checking out the legendary nightlife - this is a party town after all. (B, D)DAY 7 Queenstown. Queenstown has so many optional activities you're bound to find something fun to do - bungy jumping, the Shotover Jet, boat safari or horseback riding. (B)DAY 8 Queenstown to Fox Glacier. Taking our leave of Queenstown we travel past Lakes Hawea and Wanaka before stopping at for Makarora this afternoon. Through Haast Pass our next point of interest is Thunder Creek Falls, an amazing waterfall set among lush rainforest (and a World Heritage site, to boot). (B, D)DAY 9 Fox Glacier to Christchurch. Today at Fox Glacier we have the opportunity to walk on this slowly moving river of ice! This afternoon we pass through the town of Franz Josef to the 'Wild West Coast'. Stopping in the town of Hokitika, we'll visit the local jade factory. Then we say 'e noho ra' in Christchurch as we go our separate ways. (B)Exclusive to Topdeck»»Overnight luxury cruise on Milford Sound (operates September to May)»»Private sheep farm tour including lunchAlso Included»»8 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 5 dinners (D)»»2 nights in hotels/motels, 4 night in lodges/cabins, 1 night in a hostel, 1 night cruise on Milford Sound (operates September to May)»»Ferry crossing through Marlborough Sounds»»Hanmer Springs»»Visit Fox Glacier»»Christchurch and Queenstown city tours»»Modern air-conditioned midi coach»»Escorted services of a fully trained Trip Leader & DriverTRIP CODE: JNZW9/R9 Day Pure AdrenalinGo to topdeck.travel/Pure-Adrenalin for more info.Canyon Swing, QueenstownLake Ohau Note: During winter this trip will not visit Milford Sound. Look for a "w" alongside winter dates. For an alternate itinerary please visit our website.ex. Wellington 17Apr1226Apr1217May1226May1216Jun12w25Jun12w16Jul12w25Jul12w15Aug12w24Aug12w07Sep1214Sep1223Sep1230Sep1207Oct1214Oct1223Oct1230Oct1206Nov1213Nov1222Nov1229Nov1206Dec1213Dec1222Dec1229Dec1205Jan1312Jan1321Jan1328Jan1304Feb1311Feb1320Feb1327Feb1306Mar1313Mar1322Mar1329Mar1305Apr1312Apr1321Apr1312May1321May13w11Jun13w20Jun13w11Jul13w20Jul13w10Aug13w19Aug13w09Sep1318Sep13ex. Christchurch06Apr1227Apr1206May1227May1205Jun12w26Jun12w05Jul12w26Jul12w04Aug12w25Aug12w03Sep1217Sep1224Sep1203Oct1210Oct1217Oct1224Oct1202Nov1209Nov1216Nov1223Nov1202Dec1209Dec1216 Dec1223Dec1201Jan1308Jan1315Jan1322Jan1331Jan1307Feb1314 Feb1321Feb1302Mar1309Mar1316Mar1323Mar1301Apr1308Apr1322Apr1301May1322May1331May13w21Jun13w30Jun13w21Jul13w30Jul13w20Aug13w29Aug13w19Sep1328Sep13USD9 Days from $1345 per personTotal Trip Price $1345twin supplement $200 Total Trip Price $1445twin supplement $165