9 DAY LAND OF THE RINGS DESTINATIONS — The information provided in this document is subject to change and may be affected by unforeseen events outside the control of Inspiring Vacations. Where changes to your itinerary or bookings occur, appropriate advice or instructions will be sent to your email address. Call 1300 88 66 88 Email [email protected] www.inspiringvacations.com TOUR ITINERARY DAY 1 Destination Auckland Rotorua Meals included Accommodation N/A Auckland to Rotorua including Waitomo and Hobbiton Experience with GreatSights Take a journey into the heart of the Central North Island. During your guided tour of this amazing location you’ll see sights like Hobbit holes, the Mill and the Green Dragon Inn, and learn how farmland was transformed into Middle-earth. After exploring Hobbiton, tuck into a delicious lunch at the Green Dragon Inn. The tour continues on to the Waitomo Caves and features a boat ride through the Glowworm Grotto along an underground river with twinkling glowworms overhead. The tour concludes in Rotorua, arriving in the early evening. DAY 2 Destination Rotorua Christchurch Meals included Accommodation N/A Rotorua Duck Tours City & Lakes Tour You haven't seen Rotorua until you've seen it from a Duck. Discover Rotorua in the most unique way possible with the City and Lakes Tour. This unique sightseeing adventure takes place on land and water, on-board a WWII amphibious Duck. Unlike any other tour in Rotorua, the duck tour is the best way to see the city and experience the beauty of the surrounding lake district all at once. Your tour begins right in the heart of the city where you will discover the sights and sounds, and learn all about the rich history and diversity that makes Rotorua such a unique destination. With your conDUCKtor, you will venture out of town to the spectacular lakes district where you will see magnificent views of Mt Tarawera and splashdown into Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake) and Lake Okareka. Private transfer Christchurch Airport to your accommodation On arrival, you will be met by a private driver and transferred to your Christchurch accommodation. DAY 3 Destination Christchurch Meals included Dinner Accommodation N/A Lord of the Rings Edoras Tour Journey to the remote and beautiful Mt Potts high country station, home of Mt Sunday. See how this spectacular mountain was transformed into Edoras - the capital city of the Rohan people from the Lord of the Rings trilogy. Marvel at its rugged unspoiled beauty and breathe in the clear mountain air, while you indulge in a gourmet sparkling wine picnic. DAY 4 Destination Christchurch Mt Cook Queenstown Meals included Accommodation N/A Christchurch to Queenstown via Mount Cook with GreatSights Leaving Christchurch in the morning, travel through the fertile farmland of the Canterbury Plains to the shores of the glacier-fed Lake Tekapo, where you can view the solitary Church of the Good Shepherd and take in the sights of the spectacular Southern Alps. Then continue to the location of New Zealand's tallest mountain, Aoraki / Mount Cook. You'll have time to explore the village and soak up the The information provided in this document is subject to change and may be affected by unforeseen events outside the control of Inspiring Vacations. Where changes to your itinerary or bookings occur, appropriate advice or instructions will be sent to your email address. Call 1300 88 66 88 Email [email protected] www.inspiringvacations.com P1 TOUR ITINERARY view. The tour continues south, past Lake Pukaki and through the tawny tussock of the Mackenzie Country. Your tour concludes in the evening upon reaching Queenstown, the adventure capital of New Zealand. DAY 5 Destination Queenstown Middle Earth discovery Queenstown Meals included Accommodation N/A One Day in Middle Earth Full Day Tour This full day guided tour will take you deep into Lord of the Rings country to explore the sights and scenes at a number of key filming locations. Along the way you'll enjoy some of the finest scenery in the world and have fun acting out your favourite scenes from the movies. Your guide will share their passion for the Lord of the Rings as well as the spectacular landscape you pass through. You'll also get to examine a range of fascinating weapons and costumes from the movies. DAY 6 Destination Queenstown Meals included Accommodation N/A Safari of the Scenes Wakatipu Basin Tour For those keen on the Hobbit and Lord of The Rings films, join Nomad Safaris for an unexpectedly delightful journey. In safari-equipped 4WD vehicles, you will be taken on a true off-road adventure. Experienced guides will take you on a breathtaking excursion through diverse scenery around the Wakatipu Basin. See historic Arrowtown and go over the Arrow River, as well as experiencing the truly remarkable views of the lake and mountain surround from the Skippers Canyon Saddle. Although no sets remain intact, the landscapes are instantly recognisable. Some of the sites you will visit during this tour include the Misty Mountains, Pillars of Kings and the Ford of Bruinen. Free time in Queenstown on the return. DAY 7 Destination Queenstown Te Anau Meals included Accommodation N/A Queenstown to Te Anau with GreatSights Following the shores of Lake Wakatipu south the Remarkable mountain range towers over you as you approach township of Kingston. Then into Southland and rolling fertile farm country. Crossing the rolling tussock lands you pass through Mossburn, the deer capital of New Zealand and into Te Anau, the gateway to Fiordland National Park. Pure Wilderness Jet Boat Jet boat down the Waiau river, across Lake Manapouri, to the ancient forest of the Fiordland National Park. Enjoy the thrill of jet boating down the majestic trout-filled Waiau River, to the serene Lake Manapouri. Step foot into the Fiordland National Park and go for a short walk while learning about the ancient beech forest and ferns. Your jet boat ride includes a number of stops at the exact locations of the filming the "Fellowship of the Ring" on the Waiau or Anduin River, where the driver will tell you the inside story of the filming the Lord of the Rings on this river. The trip will also include some thrilling 360 degree turns and spins as well as interesting interpretation about the flora and fauna and the local European and Maori history. The information provided in this document is subject to change and may be affected by unforeseen events outside the control of Inspiring Vacations. Where changes to your itinerary or bookings occur, appropriate advice or instructions will be sent to your email address. Call 1300 88 66 88 Email [email protected] www.inspiringvacations.com P2 TOUR ITINERARY DAY 8 Destination Te Anau Milford Sound Queenstown Meals included Lunch Accommodation N/A Milford Sound Nature Cruise with return luxury coach transfers from Te Anau, and onto Queenstown From Te Anau, you travel by coach along the spectacular Milford Road. Photo stops are made on the way into Milford, with additional photo stops and a short walk on the return journey. Real Journeys experienced drivers enjoy sharing their knowledge of the area. On reaching Milford Sound, you join a Nature Cruise for a leisurely cruise the full-length of Milford Sound to the Tasman Sea. The cruise provides excellent viewing opportunities and plenty of time is available to enjoy waterfalls, rainforest, mountains and wildlife. A nature guide provides fascinating interpretation throughout the cruise. Includes picnic boxed lunch. DAY 9 Destination Queenstown Meals included Accommodation N/A Depart Queenstown today or continue your stay under your own arrangements. The information provided in this document is subject to change and may be affected by unforeseen events outside the control of Inspiring Vacations. Where changes to your itinerary or bookings occur, appropriate advice or instructions will be sent to your email address. Call 1300 88 66 88 Email [email protected] www.inspiringvacations.com P3 TOUR ITINERARY Inclusions WHAT'S INCLUDED 8 nights in 3 star hotel accommodation All coach tour transport as specified in this tour package Air New Zealand Airfare Rotorua to Christchurch Hobbiton Movie Set Tour, Matamata Waitomo Glow Worm Caves Lord of the Rings Edoras full day tour, Christchurch Safari of the Scenes Wakatipu Basin tour, Queenstown Trails of Middle Earth full day tour Luxmore Jet Boat Waiau River, Te Anau Real Journeys Milford Sound nature cruise Auckland City Sights Tour Fine Print HOTEL LIST Rotorua - Sudima Lake Rotorua or similar Christchurch - Heartland Hotel Cotswold Queenstown - Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront Te Anau - Distinction Luxmore Hotel EXCLUSIONS International Airfares Personal Expenses Travel Insurance Optional activities Anything not mentioned in the itinerary or optional Tipping/Gratuities The information provided in this document is subject to change and may be affected by unforeseen events outside the control of Inspiring Vacations. Where changes to your itinerary or bookings occur, appropriate advice or instructions will be sent to your email address. Call 1300 88 66 88 Email [email protected] www.inspiringvacations.com P4 TOUR ITINERARY IMPORTANT Accommodation INFORMATION The accommodation listed is subject to change. Any changes will be of an equal or higher standard. Bedding configurations (double or twin) are requests only. All efforts will be made to meet your preferences, however, any changes are beyond our control. Single Supplement A single supplement is available on all nights of this trip from an extra AUD $1270 subject to availability. Triple Share Not available. Children Children must be 5 years old or over and share a room with parents at all times. Children are charged the same price as adults. Tour Documentation Final documentation will be provided approximately 30 days prior to travel.