13 Day Warbirds Over Wanaka South Island Getaway |
| Special Interest Coach Tour starting in Christchurch and finishing in Christchurch |
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Tour Type: Special Interest Tour
Duration: 13 Days
Tour Starts In: Christchurch
Tour Finishes In: Christchurch
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from NZ $ pp
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13 Day Warbirds Over Wanaka South Island Getaway Touring Route:
Airshow Inclusions:
- 3 Day Warbirds Over Wanaka Gold Pass
- Grandstand Seating
- Exclusive access to a marquee
- Complimentary Glass of Wine or Beer
- Souvenir Gold Cap and Badge
- Airshow Programme
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
- 12 Nights Quality
Hotel Accommodation
- Hotel Porterage
- Two 2 Night Stays and
One 4 Night Stay
- 2 Rail Journeys
- 2 Cruises
- All sightseeing and pre paid attractions
Bon Appétit!
- 12 cooked breakfasts
- 10 sumptuous dinners including
- 2 specialty dinners:
Haggis Ceremony - Dunedin &
Farewell Dinner - Christchurch
- 2 lunches
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Arrive Christchurch
Fly to Christchurch today where you will be met by a Grand Pacific Tours representative and transferred to the tour hotel. Tonight enjoy dinner at the hotel and meet your fellow travellers. Stay: Heartland Hotel Cotswold (D) |
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Christchurch - Dunedin
Depart Christchurch and travel to The Plains
Vintage Railway where you experience a ‘K’88
Steam Locomotive in work. View the informative
displays and enjoy a delightful morning tea before
travelling to Oamaru. Continue to Dunedin for a
visit to Speight’s Brewery for an informative and
interactive tour through this working brewery and
heritage centre. After a tasting session enjoy a
Scottish presentation comprising of magpipes,
special Haggis Ceremony and gift, followed by
a delicious three course dinner at the Ale House
restaurant. Stay: Mercure Leisure Lodge (2 nights) (B/D) |
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Dunedin Sightseeing
This morning enjoy a cruise along the beautiful Otago Harbour viewing many scenic highlights.
At the spectacular Taiaroa Head you may see
Albatross, New Zealand Fur Seals and other marine
mammals including up to 20 species of ocean
birds all in their natural environment. Return to
the city and board the Taieri Gorge Limited for a
journey through terrain and spectacular scenery
only accessible by rail. On return to Dunedin’s
historic Edwardian Railway Station, your coach will
transfer you to the hotel. (B/D) |
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Dunedin - Invercargill
Today travel south through the Catlins. Enjoy a walk into Nugget Point and view the various wildlife before continuing to Purakaunui for a walk into the Fall’s with time to relax and enjoy a picnic lunch. Later continue along the coast to Invercargill, home of the legendary Burt Munro, Speed Bike Racer as depicted in the movie ‘The World’s Fastest Indian’. Stay: The Ascot Park (B/L/D) |
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Invercargill - Te Anau
This morning visit Bill Richardson Truck Museum for a tour of this amazing collection. Travel via Gore to Mandeville Airfield and visit one of the best Moth collections in the world. A guided tour will showcase the extensive restoration programme and fleet of aircraft on site, with the opportunity (time and weather permitting) to take a flight in one of the impressive aircraft (optional). Next continue to Te Anau, the gateway to Fiordland. Stay: Distinction Luxmore (Deluxe Rooms) (2 nights) (B/D) |
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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. You may like to visit the Te Anau Glow Worm Caves (optional). (B/L/D) |
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Te Anau – Arrowtown - Queenstown
Travel to Arrowtown, an old gold mining village
and visit the Lakes District Museum. Continue to
Queenstown, a year round resort situated on the
shores of magical Lake Wakatipu. Stay: Mercure Resort (4 nights) (B/D) |
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Queenstown - Wanaka
Today you have the choice of either a free day in Queenstown or travelling to Wanaka for the opening day of the Warbirds Over Wanaka Airshow. No flying will occur today, however some practice will be happening overhead. On the ground, a variety of Warhorse military vehicles, vintage machinery and an Aviation Trade Expo will be available to view. Today provides the perfect opportunity to enjoy these particular areas prior to the non-stop Airshow action commencing on Saturday and Sunday. (B/D) |
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Warbirds Over Wanaka Airshow
Travel to Wanaka over the next two days where Wanaka Airport will become your home as you are entertained by the world’s best display pilots flying aircraft overhead. Your ticket will gain you access to the Gold Pass Enclosure. Enjoy the ultimate in airshow luxury as you will be situated on the flight line with grandstand seating and a plush marquee where you can relax in comfort and watch the show from the best seats in the house. (B) |
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Warbirds Over Wanaka Airshow
Second day of the airshow and your ticket will gain you access to the Gold Pass Enclosure. Enjoy the ultimate in airshow luxury as you will be situated on the flight line with grandstand seating and a plush marquee where you can relax in comfort and watch the show from the best seats in the house. (B) |
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Queenstown - Mount Cook Region
Today see spectacular mountain ranges including
Mount Cook, New Zealand’s highest peak.
The opportunity is available (time and weather
permitting) to enjoy a scenic flight over the
Southern Alps before arriving at your overnight
accommodation. Stay: Mackenzie Country Inn (B/D) |
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Mount Cook Region - Christchurch
View the brilliant turquoise water of Lake Tekapo, visit the Church of the Good Shepherd and the Sheep Dog Statue before continuing to Christchurch. On arrival visit the Air Force Museum famous for its collection of classic aeroplanes, artefacts and informative audio visual presentations. Tonight enjoy a farewell dinner with your new friends. Stay: Pavilions Hotel (B/D) |
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Depart Christchurch
Your tour concludes this morning. You will be transferred to the airport for your flight home. (B) |
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Tour Prices
All tour prices are per person, twin share. |
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*Tour Status: 'G' Tours are guaranteed to depart.
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Optional extras & optional single traveller supplement |
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NZ $900 |
*Terms & Conditions apply to any discounts and/or specials above. Your designated tour consultant will apply the appropriate discounts automatically to your quote and detail any currently applicable 'Exclusive Specials'. |
Travel in Style Merchandise:
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 Relaxing Journeys at the time of booking, as they are not available in New Zealand. Please ask when requesting a quote.
 Jacket $NZ 80, Vest $NZ 70 & Cap $NZ 35 (includes delivery). |
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