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EXPERIENCE WITH TAUCK

 

TAUCK EXCLUSIVE — A sparkling 1930s party with a live swing band in Napier

 

TAUCK EXCLUSIVE — Private Maori performance at Auckland Museum and a tour of the Maori exhibit guided by the performers  

 

Tauck's exclusive charter flights mean more sightseeing and less waiting (3 flights in total)

 

TAUCK VALUE INCLUDES

 

Cruising the sunken valleys of the Marlborough Sounds

 

A jetboat ride on the Dart River, and a Lord of the Rings tour in Mt. Aspiring National Park

 

Wine tastings in Blenheim

 

Ride a boat through underground Waitomo Caves, illuminated by glow worms

 

Stargazing the night sky over Aoraki / Mt. Cook National Park with an expert guide

 

Tour of a sacred Maori site in Auckland with a member of the Waimarama Tribe

 

SEE WHAT YOUR JOURNEY INCLUDES

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Experiences of a lifetime

See Christchurch from the back of a Harley and go punting on the River Avon... walk on Tasman Glacier... jetboat the Dart River and hike wilderness trails through what feels lik "Middle-earth"... dance at a Gatsby-style gala in Napier... discover Maori culture and a Hobbit village in Auckland... with adventures in world-class wine and cuisine along the way.

Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring landscapes, cultures, and cuisines of New Zealand on this 14-day journey far off the beaten tracks. Your journey begins with two nights in Christchurch at a luxury hotel on the River Avon; tour the city sights by foot, bicycle, or motorcycle... go punting on the River Avon... Stay at a lodge inside Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park where the landscape of rugged peaks and glaciers calls you to its hiking trails; ride a plane and/or helicopter to Tasman Glacier; lose yourself in the spectacular night sky (the park is one of the best places in the world for stargazing)... Hike the Arrow River and pan for gold in Queenstown... ride a jet-boat on the Dart River, bicycle-ride, zip-line, play golf, or take a 4WD "safari" to landscapes featured in the Lord of the Rings movies...  Stay two nights in the heart of New Zealand's winemaking region at Blenheim, where you'll visit a winery and a sheep farm, and cruise the fjord-like sunken valleys of the Marlborough Sounds...  Discover the town of Napier, a treasure-trove of 1930s Art Deco architecture... Fly to Auckland on North Island for two nights at a waterfront luxury hotel, your base for exploring the city; tour the Auckland Museum with a private Maori dance performance... visit the artisan village of Matakana and more.

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Arbour Restaurant

Day 7

Cozy evening and exceptional food

Tonight, meet Bradley Hornby and his wife Liz at their restaurant, Arbour, and enjoy a tasting of the restaurant's exquisite menu. Crafted using local ingredients, the duo behind Arbour seamlessly blend simplicity, creativity and the surrounding area into the dishes they create. Winners of a One Hat (the equivalent of a Michelin Star) in 2017 and 2018 by Cuisine Good Food Awards, their menu is an ode to the passionate people and incredible ingredients available to them right on their doorstep in Blenheim.

Bulrangi Motorbikes

Day 2

See the local sights aboard a Harley

See New Zealand in a truly unique way... on the back of a Harley Davidson. Sit back and relax as you take in the sights and sounds of Christchurch and the surrounding areas of Central Christchurch, Sumner, Evan's Pass Road, Lyttleton Harbour, Gebbies Pass and Taitapu all while your personal chauffeur drives you around.

Art Deco Masonic Hotel

Days 9, 10 & 11

Step back to Art Deco days in Napier, New Zealand

Napier (known as the Art Deco capital of the world) is famous for its jazz-inspired architecture, and the Art Deco Masonic Hotel is an exemplification of just that. When a fire in 1931 destroyed most of the city, Napier decided to rebuild itself and move into a direction similar to that of Manhattan at the time. Showcasing the enthusiasm and exuberance of the twenties, mixed with the idealism and escapism of the thirties, Napier emerged with a new identity, one that would transcend time. Famous individuals have stayed where you're staying... Mark Twain, Ann Pavlova, Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip all have entered its halls and carved their mark into the hotels history — and now, so will you.

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About Booking This Tour

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Deposit & Booking Information

See your travel advisor, or call Tauck at 1800-962-043 to make a reservation.

Deposit Information:

The deposit and the fees for the optional Protection Plan are due at time of booking. Your deposit is AUD $750.

Terms and Conditions:

For additional information pertaining to our Tauck Journeys, including Cancellation Information and Booking Conditions, click here to learn more.

At the time of booking, please have the following information ready:
  • Tour Name and Departure Date Desired
  • Traveler Name(s):  Please have first and last names as they appear on the passport or driver's license.
  • Traveler's Address(es)
  • Traveler's Phone Number(s)
  • Emergency Contact Information: This would be a relative or friend whom we could contact during the tour in the event of an emergency. Please provide their name and phone number(s).
  • Interest in purchasing a travel protection product (US and Canada)
  • Interest in extending your trip by staying in a Tauck recommended hotel before your trip begins or after it ends
  • Interest in our specially negotiated airfares.

Regarding your final payment:

Final Payment is due in the Tauck Australia office as specified on the invoice. Bookings without full payment at this time may be subject to cancellation without notice. 

Protect Your Travel Investment

Cancellation Fee Waiver - Should you have to cancel your trip for any reason, Tauck's Cancellation Fee Waiver reduces the regular cancellation fees outlined herein, provided we are notified of cancellation before your trip departs. Certain terms and restrictions apply.

If You Have To Cancel

If you cancel within 10 days of initial deposit

Within the first 10 days after you place your initial deposit, you may cancel your reservation for any reason with no cancellation fees.

 

If you cancel more than 10 days after initial deposit

Regardless of reason, cancellations of confirmed bookings result in costly penalties and fees from hotels, ship operators and other travel providers. Therefore, the per person fees listed below will apply:

 

Land Tours

 

Cancellation penalties for land tours apply as follows:

60 days or more before departure

Loss of Deposit.

 

8 days before departure

25% total cost of tour

 

7 days or less before departure

50% of total cost of tour

 

Cruises & Train Tours

 

120 days or more before departure

Loss of Deposit.

 

60 days before departure

Loss of 50% of tour cost, not including air (if applicable)

 

59-1 day before departure

Loss of 100% of tour cost, not including air (if applicable)

 

Please note -  Airfares included on On-Tour Flights required with any of Tauck tours may be subject to different cancellation fees not outlined above.

* For services included in your booking that are not provided by Tauck, additional cancellation fees may be incurred

* Travel Professionals may impose their own cancellation fees.

 

Time of cancellation is when notice is received in Tauck's Wilton, CT office.

 

In the event of an unforeseen circumstance beyond our control, Tauck reserves the right to amend the cancellation terms outlined herein.

 

Tour Interruption Fees: If you have to interrupt your tour en route, you may be entitled to a refund for the unused land portion if it exceeds 24 hours; certain restrictions apply. Such refunds are based upon the number of overnights missed less a fee of AUD $50 per person per day for unused transportation and other fixed expenses.

Partial Room Cancellation: A person who cancels or leaves a tour while a roommate remains constitutes a cancellation of one type of accommodation and rebooking of another type of accommodation. The price charged to the remaining person is the new, higher price for the new accommodation.

 

Travel Terms and Conditions

Click here to find Tauck's Travel Terms & Conditions.

Trip Prep & Essentials

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The Tauck Experience

Why Tauck?

Leave Your Worries At Home

One Upfront Price – No Hidden Costs

Tauck Directors – Simply The Best

Never Settle For Ordinary

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Book Today... And Travel Dreams Begin

Discover The World

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.

Book Today... And Travel Dreams Begin

Discover The World

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.

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