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21 Day New Zealand Vacation option 1
Auckland - Waikato/Coromandel - Taranaki - Wellington - Kaikoura -
Hanmer Springs - Christchurch/Banks Peninsula- Queenstown


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For rental car options we recommend:

• Pegasus Rentals - Vehicle support and depots nationwide.
• Airlink Rental Cars - A wide range of cars, vans and 4WD's.

Auckland Accommodation Options:

• Portage Peninsula Hotel, Avondale (*POA)
• Braemar on Parliament Street, Auckland CBD (*from NZ$205 B&B)
• Breakfast on the Beach Luxury Waterfront Accommodation, Waiheke Island (*from NZ$400 B&B)
• Kohimarama Retreat Executive Holiday Home, Kohimarama (*POA)
• Delamore Lodge, Waiheke Island (*from NZ$894 B&B + extras)
• Abaco on Jervios Spa Accommodation, Ponsonby (*from NZ$120)
• Ellerslie International Motor Inn, Ellerslie (*from NZ$120)
• Airport Gateway Hotel, Auckland Airport (*from NZ$99)
• Calico Lodge Bed & Breakfast, Kumeu, West Auckland (*from NZ$140 B&B)
• Park Lane Motor Inn, Takapuna Beach, North Shore (*from NZ$145)
• Parklane Motor Lodge, Greenlane, Central Auckland (*from NZ$115)
• Owhanake Bay Estate, Waiheke Island (*from NZ$295 B&B)
• Umoya Lodge, Miranda, South of Auckland (*from NZ$550 B&B)
• Base Auckland Backpackers, Auckland City (*from NZ$25pp)
• Elliott Street Apartments Hotel, Auckland City (*from NZ$149)
• Scholar Apartments, Auckland City (*from NZ$65. Long stay rates available)
• Kiwi International Hotel Group, Auckland City & Auckland Airport (*from NZ$49-NZ$150)
• Takapuna Motor Lodge, Takapuna, North Shore (*from *NZ$125)
• Emerald Inn, Takapuna Beach, North Shore (*from NZ$165)
• Devonwood Cottage, Waimuku, West Auckland (*from NZ$160)
• The Boat Shed Boutique Seaside Hotel , Waiheke Island (*from NZ$520 B&B & on-island transfers)
• Quest Newmarket, Central Auckland (*from NZ$135)
• Quest on Mount, Auckland City (*from NZ$135)
• Quest on Eden, Auckland City (*from NZ$125)
• Base ACB (Auckland Central Backpackers), Auckland City (*from NZ$23)
• City Central Hotel, Auckland City (*from NZ$89)
• Lincoln Green Motor Hotel, Henderson, West Auckland (*from NZ$105)
• Spencer on Byron Hotel, Takapuna Beach, North Shore (*from NZ$197).
  

Auckland Activity Options:

Auckland

• Coast to Coast Tours - Experience the culture and nature of West Auckland, visit wineries, Muriwai Beach gannets, taste NZ honey plus more.
• Auckland's Dolphin & Whale Safari - The only Auckland operator permitted to show dolphin's & whales in their natural environment.
  
• Gulfwind Sailing Academy & Charters - Personalised, practical and hands-on sailing charters and certified courses in the waters surrounding Auckland, "City of Sails".
  
• Supa Travel Express - Door to door airport shuttle transfers Tauranga - Auckland - Hamilton - Rotorua. Charter/personalised tours. Sports clubs, weddings, corporate functions.
  
• Tamaki Hikoi - Maori Guided Walk of Auckland - Guides from the Ngati Whatua tribe re-tell ancient and sacred stories on the Tamaki Hikoi - a walking tour through Auckland.
• Luxury Airport Shuttles & Tours - Door to door shuttle service in Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga and surrounding areas, Whakatane & and Rotorua. Tours also available.
• Tall Ship Soren Larsen - Adventure sail training cruises in the tropical islands of the South Pacific and New Zealand’s Hauraki Gulf and the Bay of Islands.
  
• Skydive Auckland - Situated 40 minutes south of Auckland, enabling both first time and experienced skydivers to enjoy the 'ultimate high' in a safe, yet fun-filled environment.
• Sail NZ - Operating in Auckland and the Bay of Islands offering unique sailing adventures, including the America's Cup Sailing Experience.

Hibiscus Coast & Rodney District, North Auckland (inc Orewa, Whangaparaoa Peninsula, Matakana Coast, Wellford & Warkworth)

Day 2 - Waikato or Coromandel Peninsula

• Adventure Waikato, Ngaruawahia (*POA)
• Castle Rock Adventure Lodge, Te Awamutu (*from NZ$25pp)
• Waitomo Caves Hotel, Waitomo Caves (*from NZ$25-NZ$200)
• Solitude Chalets, Raglan (*from NZ$145)
• Juno Hall Backpackers, Waitomo (*POA)
• Lenvor Bed & Breakfast, Hamilton (*from NZ$65 B&B)
• Marriott Haven Homestay, Hamilton (*from NZ$130 B&B)
• Mokena Restaurant & Boutique Spa Hotel, Te Aroha (*POA)
• Hillside Hotel and Nature Resort, Taupiri Ranges (*from NZ$145)
• Brooklands Country Estate, Ngaruawahia (*from NZ$400+GST per person DBB)
  
• Oraka Deer Park & Restaurant, Tirau (*from NZ$90)

Waikato Activity options:

• Castle Rock Adventure Lodge, Te Awamutu - The perfect stopover between Rotorua & Waitomo Caves. An adventure lodge for groups, families and individuals offering accommodation and adventure activities in a unique rural environment.
• Woodlyn Park, Otorohanga A Unique Stage Show, An Adrenalin Rush and Accommodation all in one fabulous place.
• Luxury Airport Shuttles & Tours - Door to door shuttle service in Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga and surrounding areas, Whakatane & and Rotorua. Tours also available.
• Kiwi Balloon Company - Scenic hot air balloon flights over the Waikato region.
• Supa Travel Express - Door to door airport shuttle transfers Tauranga - Auckland - Hamilton - Rotorua. Charter/personalised tours. Sports clubs, weddings, corporate functions.
• Adventure Waikato -For adventure and leisure activitites, accommodation and conferencing. Perfect for corporate team building, family groups
• Early Museum of New Zealand & Honey Shop - Wander through the museum at leisure and enjoy the unique surroundings of a hobby that has developed into a huge collection of memorabilia. Also on the site is a Honey Shop, and a Picnic & BBQ area.
  
• Weird & Wonderful Antiques - Browse through a vast collection of fine antiques, including Royal Doulton and other fine quality China.

Coromandel Accommodation Options

• Mercury Bay Beachfront Resort, Buffalo Beach, Whitianga (*from NZ$170)
• Marina Park Apartments, Whitianga (*from NZ$120)
• Tui Lodge Backpackers, Coromandel Town (*from NZ$20pp)
• Te Maru Self Contained Cottage, Whenuakite (*from NZ$100)
• Leighton Lodge Bed & Breakfast, Whitianga (*from NZ$100)
• Hahei Bed & Breakfast, Hahei Beach (*from NZ$100 B&B)
• Aotearoa Lodge, Whitianga (*from NZ$120)
• Ohuka Farm Lodge, Whitianga (*POA)
• Sea Breeze Tourist Park, Whenuakite (*from NZ$21 per person)
• Driftwood Luxury Bed & Breakfast, Whitianga (*from NZ$190 B&B)
• Te Puru Coast View Lodge, Te Puru,Thames (*from NZ$150)
• Te Mata Lodge, Thames (*rfom NZ$50)
• Totara Valley Barns Bed & Breakfast, Thames (*from NZ$75 B&B)
• Te Kouma Harbour Cottages, Coromandel Town (*from NZ$80)

• Dive HQ Whitianga - Dive the beautiful Coromandel Peninsula. From shore, from dive kayak and from boat, there is diving to suit the beginner through to the advanced.
  
• Beach Bush & Heritage Walks - personalised daily guided tours that include everything you’re looking for in the Waihi/Karangahake area
• Aotearoa Tours - Personalised tours around the beautiful Coromandel Peninsula
• Coromandel Town Activities - Mussel Barge Snapper Safaris, Strongman Coachlines Ltd, Driving Creek Railway, Coromandel Goldfield Centre & Stamper Battery.
• Mercury Bay Seafaris - Glass Bottom Boat trips. Enjoy Cathedral Cove, marine wildlife and stunning coastal scenery.
• Go Kiwi Shuttles, Transfers & Tours - Providing personal friendly travel in small modern coaches servicing Auckland & Airports, Rotorua, Tauranga, Hamilton & Waitomo to & from THE COROMANDEL PENINSUA.

New Plymouth Accommodation Options:

• Flamingo Motel (*from NZ$88)
• Amber Court Motel (*from NZ$110)
• Brougham Heights Motel (*from NZ$130)
• Nice Hotel & Bistro (*from NZ$225)
• Quality Hotel Plymouth International (*from NZ$110)
• Auto Lodge Motor Inn (*from NZ$89)
• Northgate Motor Lodge (*from NZ$89)
• Saddle & Sulky Motor Lodge (*from NZ$100)

East & South Taranaki (Mokau, Hawera/Matapu/Waitotara/Kaponga/Manaia/Kapanu/Lake Rotorangi)

• Mokau Motels, Mokau (90km north of New Plymouth) - (*from NZ$80)
• Dawson Falls Mountain Lodge, Kapanui, Egmont National Park (*from NZ$175 B&B)
• Tairoa Lodge Bed & Breakfast, Hawera (*from NZ$140 B&B)
• Kingfisher Cottage, Matapu (*from NZ$200)

• Whangamomona Hotel, Forgotten World Highway, Stratford (*POA)
• Sarsen House at Te Popo Gardens, Stratford (*from NZ$135 B&B)

• Govett Brewster Art Gallery - A leading contemporary art museum and home of the Len Lye collection and includes a cafe and design shop.
• Puke Ariki - Heritage, Knowledge and Information Centre - State of the art museum and library technologies which convey the spirit of Taranaki.
• Pukekura Park - A vast public park which houses a stunning Fernery offering an ever-changing display of indoor/outdoor plants from all over the world.
• New Plymouth Coastal Walkway - Stroll along this dramatic coastal walkway 7 km long from Lake Rotomanu to Port Taranaki
• Festival of Lights - From mid-Dec to early Feb every year thousands of lighting effects transform the gardens of Pukekura Park.
• Todd Energy Aquatic Centre - Great for the whole family - warm, safe and fun! Enjoy the wave pool, sauna, spa, fitness centre and other facilities all year round.
  
• Precision Helicopters - Helicopter passenger service and adventure tours including outback adventures, hunting & fishing trips and general sightseeing.
• Tawhiti Museum, Hawera - A truly unique heritage enterprise by Nigel Ogle who uses life size exhibits and scale models to capture the past in a series of super realistic displays.

• Archibald Apartments, Wellington (*from NZ$167)
• Foreshore Motor Lodge, Petone, Wellington (*from NZ$93)
• Central City Apartment Hotel, Wellington City (*from NZ$89)
• Abel Tasman Hotel, Wellington City (*from NZ$99)
• The Terrace Villas Serviced Apartments, Wellington (*from NZ$225)
• Quality Hotel on Thorndon, Wellington (*from NZ$135)
• 747 Motel Kilbirnie, Wellington (*from NZ$110)
• Bucket Tree Lodge, Tawa, Wellington (*from NZ$115)
• Lambton Court Serviced Apartments, Wellington City (*from NZ$140)
• Bella Vista Motel, Wellington (*from NZ$115)
• Base Wellington Backpackers, Wellington (*from NZ$23pp)
• Te Horo Lodge Country Estate, Kapiti Coast (*from NZ$195 B&B)
• Marina Motor Lodge, Paremata (*from NZ$99)

• Mount Richmond Resort, Rai Valley, between Nelson & Picton (*fron NZ$24-99)
• Old St Mary's Convent Accommodation, Blenheim (*from NZ$550 B&B)
• Waterfront Motels, Blenheim (*from NZ$110)
• Colonial Motel, Blenheim (*from NZ$95)
• Sundowner Motel, Blenheim (*from NZ$98)
• Vintners Retreat, Blenheim (*from NZ$120 off-peak)
• Middlepark Motel, Blenheim (*from NZ$98)
• Picton Top 10 Holiday Park, Picton (*from NZ$48)
• Perano Luxury Apartments, Picton (*from NZ$180)

• Lyell Creek Lodge (*from NZ$40)
• Panorama Motel (*from NZ$110)
• Colonial Court Motel (*from NZ$85)

• Albergo Hanmer Lodge & Alpine Villa, Hanmer Springs (*from NZ$140 B&B)
• Alpine Lodge Motel, Hanmer Springs (*from NZ$100)
• Alpine Springs Motel, Hanmer Springs (*from NZ$120)
• Hanmer Resort Motel, Hanmer Springs (*from NZ$95)
• Riverview Lodge, Hanmer Springs (*POA)

• Colombo in the City Motel, Christchurch (*POA)
• Camelot Motor Lodge, Christchurch (*from NZ$125)
• A Nest on Mount Pleasant Bed & Breakfast, Christchurch (*from NZ$80 B&B)
• A Nest on Mount Pleasant Holiday Home, Christchurch (*from NZ$120)
• Thomas's Hotel on Hereford, Christchurch (*from NZ$ 22-$155)
• YMCA Budget Hotel, Christchurch (*from NZ$25)
• Clearview Lodge 5 Star Accommodation, Christchurch (*POA)
• Kowhai Farmstay, Oxford, 40 mins from Christchurch (*from NZ$75)
• Destination Akaroa - Akaroa information service
• Seascape-Escape Bed & Breakfast, Mt Pleasant, Christchurch (*POA)
• Glentanner Park, Mt Cook (*from NZ$13-NZ$110)
• Avon Grove Villa Bed & Breakfast, Christchurch (*from NZ$100 B&B)
• Eyrewell Downs Executive Holiday Home, Christchurch (POA)
• 298 Westside Motor Lodge, Christchurch (*from NZ$99)
• Langdon House Luxury Accommodation, Christchurch (*from NZ$350 B&B)
• Waitaitama City Retreat Fendalton, Christchurch (price on application)
• Stonehurst Accommodation, Christchurch City (*POA)
• Lyell Creek Lodge, Kaikoura (*from NZ$40)
• Denton Park Motel, Christchurch (*from NZ$110)
• Middlepark Motel, Christchurch (*from NZ$90)
• Wayside Motel, Woodend (20mins north of Christchurch) (*from NZ$75)
• Airport Gateway Motor Lodge, Christchurch (*from NZ$125)
• Addington City Motel, Christchurch (*from NZ$95)
• Raceway Motel, Christchurch (*from NZ$80)
• Base Christchurch Backpackers, Christchurch (*from NZ$26pp)
• CentrePoint on Colombo (*from NZ$105)
• City Oasis Lodge & Motel (*from NZ$20-NZ$95)
• Bishops Manor, Christchurch (*POA)
• Christchurch Top 10 Holiday Park, Christchurch (*from NZ$45)
• Riccarton Village Inn Hotel, Christchurch (*from NZ$79)
• 306 on Riccarton Motel, Christchurch (*from NZ$105)

• West Coast Shuttle - Daily transport from Greymouth to Christchurch. Mountain bike tours & ski packages.
• Adventure Tours, Christchurch & Canterbury - Christchurch Day tours, half day tours, Maori Cultural Performance & lots more.
• Antigua Boatsheds Boat Hire, Christchurch - Canoe, Paddleboat and Rowboat hire, on site cafe - available for parties, groups and special occassions.
• HELiPRO, Christchurch - Unique and Unforgettable scenic flight options, combination packages and weekend getaways.
• Katoro Waka Heritage Journeys, Christchurch - Your gateway to the world of the South Island Maori - waka (canoe) journeys, natural wildlife, and friendly Maori cultural performances
• River Tours, Rakaia Gorge - Choose from anexciting range of Fishing and Jet Boat Tours on the pristine waters of the Rakaia Gorge
• Kowhai Farm Horse Riding Holidays, Oxford - Horse trekking tours and riding school, from half day to 3 months.
• Destination Akaroa - Information and bookings for Akaroa accommodation, rentals and activities.
• Tamaki Heritage Village, Christchurch - Experience New Zealand Maori culture and see history come to life!
• Airlink Rentals - Renowned for providing quality rental vehicles with handy New Zealand wide locations.
• nzski.com - New Zealand's Premiere Skiing & Snowboarding Areas - Coronet Peak, The Remarkables & Mt Hutt
• Pohatu Penguins, Banks Peninsula - See the large White Flippered Penguin colony unobtrusively by kayak and enjoy the spectacular scenery and wildlife of Pohatu Marine Reserve.
• Canterbury Shuttles & Tours - Superior passenger transport service offering transfers, transport for private functions and personalised tours.
• KoTane, Christchurch - Maori Cultural Experience
• Jet Thrills, Christchurch - Jetboating on the mighty Waimakariri River
• Southern Link Coaches - Daily buses & coaches from Christchurch to Queenstown and Nelson
• Bill Rodgers Guided Fly Fishing, Timaru & Gore - Guided brown trout fishing in select parts of the Mataura River normally fished only by experts.

• Thomas's Hotel on the Waterfront, Queenstown (*from NZ$25-$155)
• Wakatipu View Apartments, Queenstown (*from NZ$95)
• 1V Four Seasons Motel, Queenstown (*from NZ$145)
• Cranbury Court Apartments, Queenstown (*from NZ$160)
• Blue Peaks Lodge, Queenstown (*from NZ$110)
• Trelawn Riverside Boutique Lodging, Queenstown (*from NZ$200 B&B)
• The Glebe Luxury Apartments, Queenstown (*from NZ$192)
• Villa Del Lago Luxury Apartments, Queenstown (*from NZ$240)
• Base Discovery Lodge, Queenstown (*from NZ$26pp)
• Abba Garden Motel, Queenstown (*from NZ$120)
• Spinnaker Bay Resort, Queenstown (*from NZ$280)
• Coronet Peak Hotel, Queenstown (*from NZ$80)
• Alexis Motor Lodge & Apartments, Queenstown (*POA)
• Gateway Apartments, Queenstown (*from NZ$140)
• Lomond Lodge Motor Inn, Queenstown (*from NZ$125)
• Nokomai Station, Lumsden, 1 hour from Queenstown (*from NZ$250)
• Five Rivers Retreat, Lumsden, 1 hour from Queenstown (*from NZ$220 B&B)

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