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Pre & Post Conference Tours

The following pre and post conference tours have been arranged by ORBIT Travel, the Massey University travel agency. These short tours are recommended for delegates wishing to see some of the highlights of the northern parts of the North Island. More extensive tours, including the scenic areas of the South.

ORBIT CORPORATE TRAVEL
1st Floor, Lambton Square, Lambton Quay,
Wellington
Ph: +64-4-496-3010
Fax: +64-4-471-1257
DX: SP23521
Web Address: www.orbitwellington.co.nz

All enquiries and bookings should be directed to Kylie Kroupa kyliek@orbit.co.nz.

Since the pre-conference period includes Easter, bookings should be made as early as possible.


3 Days / 2 Nights

Day 1 Auckland to Rotorua (via Waitomo Caves)
Journey south through the farming districts of the Waikato. At Waitomo Caves ride the underground river system through the Glow Worm Grotto with its millions of tiny lights. Cave entrance and lunch is included. Rejoin the coach and follow the shores of Lake Rotorua to the city.

Accommodation:
Regal Geyserland hotel - Bronze Kiwi
Lake Plaza Rotorua Hotel - Silver Kiwi
Royal Lakeside Novotel - Gold Silver

Day 2 Rotorua
A morning sightseeing tour takes in Rotorua's most popular sightseeing attractions and the city itself. The afternoon is at your leisure. In the evening attend the award winning Maori Hangi and Concert set in a purpose built authentic village.

Accommodation:
Regal Geyserland hotel - Bronze Kiwi
Lake Plaza Rotorua Hotel - Silver Kiwi
Royal Lakeside Novotel - Gold Kiwi

Day 3 Rotorua to Auckland
This morning is free to continue to explore this thermal wonderland. This afternoon board the coach and journey through rolling hill country and lush farmlands arriving in Auckland at approximately 5:00pm. Here your tour concludes.

Package
Twin
Single
Triple
Child
Bronze Kiwi
$512.00
$642.00
$483.00
$247.00
Silver Kiwi
$615.00
$815.00
$576.00
$247.00
Gold Kiwi
$753.00
$1033.00
$691.00
$256.00
         

Season Pricing: 22 September 03 to 30 April 2004.

Pricing is in New Zealand Dollars, exchange rate information can be obtained here.
Please confirm all pricing details with details with Orbit Corporate Travel. All prices are subject to availability at time of booking.

Features
This tour includes: all accommodation, all included sightseeing as stated, all transfers and all transportation.
Every tour booking receives: A Great New Zealand Rail Tours day pack, comprehensive 146 page New Zealand guide book, fold out wall map, unique lapel badges, comprehensive itemised itinerary and full set of exchange vouchers.
This tour is an independent tour. It is not escorted. Great New Zealand Rail Tours offer a 7 day toll free help line within New Zealand on all independent tours.

Included
* Accommodation
* Transport & transfers (while touring)
* Waitomo Caves Tour
* Lunch at Waitomo Caves
* Rotorua Sights - Grand Experience
* Evening Maori Hangi & Concert
Highlights
* Waitomo Region
* Rotorua - Thermal Wonderland
* Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
* Pohutu Geyser
* Agrodome
* Paradise Valley Springs
* Tamaki Maori Village

Meals
For those wanting to explore New Zealand's food culture, cafes and restaurants offering Pacific Rim cuisine with a distinctly New Zealand flavour are located throughout New Zealand. Dining experiences range from relaxed café style through to formal evening dinning. During the summer months outdoor dining is offered in most destinations.

The following pre purchased hotel meal options are available on request:
Breakfast Only
Breakfast and Dinner



 

Historic North - 3 Days / 2 Nights

Day 1 Auckland to Bay of Islands
Travel north over the Auckland Harbour Bridge through the northern suburbs before reaching the beautiful beaches of the Hibiscus Coast. Climbing to the summit of the Brynderwyn Ranges, breathtaking land and seascapes abound. Descend to the city of Whangarei before continuing on to Paihia in the beautiful Bay of Islands. Arriving around midday, the rest of the afternoon is free to explore this delightful area. Recommended is a ferry ride to Russell and a visit to New Zealand's Treaty House.

Accommodation:
The Bounty Inn - Bronze Kiwi
Paihia Pacific Resort - Silver Kiwi
Scenic Circle Bay of Islands Hotel - Gold Kiwi

Day 2 Cape Reinga Day Tour
Depart for Cape Reinga, New Zealand's most northern point. The day includes a drive along spectacular 90-Mile Beach, a walk through the Puketi Kauri Forest, the Wagener Museum with over 50,000 exhibits (optional) and the highlight, Cape Reinga with the dramatic meeting of the Tasman Sea and Pacific Ocean.

Accommodation:
The Bounty Inn - Bronze Kiwi
Paihia Pacific Resort - Silver Kiwi
Scenic Circle Bay of Islands Hotel - Gold Kiwi

Day 3 Bay of Islands to Auckland
This morning a memorable cruise to Cape Brett and the Hole-in-the-Rock. Enroute to the Cape opportunities are available for a favourite drink while enjoying the sights of the many beautiful islands and bays in this unique environment. Returning to Paihia board the coach for the journey back to Auckland arriving at approximately 5:35pm for Bronze & Silver and 8:15pm for Gold (Gold has free time after the cruise). Here your tour concludes.

Package
Twin
Single
Triple
Child
Bronze Kiwi
$408.00
$552.00
$373.00
$163.00
Silver Kiwi
$453.00
$618.00
$419.00
$163.00
Gold Kiwi
$649.00
$926.00
$583.00
$187.00
         

Season Pricing: 22 September 03 to 30 April 2004.

Pricing is in New Zealand Dollars, exchange rate information can be obtained here.
Please confirm all pricing details with details with Orbit Corporate Travel. All prices are subject to availability at time of booking.

Features
This tour is an independent tour. It is not escorted. Great New Zealand Rail Tours offer a 7 day toll free help line within New Zealand on all independent tours.
This tour includes: all accommodation, all included sightseeing as stated, all transfers and all transportation.
Every tour booking receives: A Great New Zealand Rail Tours day pack, comprehensive 146 page New Zealand guide book, fold out wall map, unique lapel badges, comprehensive itemised itinerary and full set of exchange vouchers.

Included
* Accommodation
* Transport & transfers (while touring)
* Cape Reinga Tour
* Cape Brett Hole in the Rock Cruise
Highlights
* Auckland - City of Sails
* Hibiscus Coast
* Northland
* Paihia
* Bay of Islands
* Cape Reinga
* Cape Brett

Meals
For those wanting to explore New Zealand's food culture, cafes and restaurants offering Pacific Rim cuisine with a distinctly New Zealand flavour are located throughout New Zealand. Dinning experiences range from relaxed café style through to formal evening dinning. During the summer months outdoor dining is offered in most destinations.

The following pre purchased hotel meal options are available on request:
Breakfast Only
Breakfast and Dinner

 

 

 
Last Updated: 5 May, 2005