Travelling NZ March 2018 Newsletter

Dear Friends, and Fellow Travelers  GOLD AWARD NZ A big Hello, and March, April, May here we come…. We trust you are having a great summer with your family and friends Hinterland Tours and are now feeling well rested and ready for an adventurous year ahead! Some of our delightful trips coming up are: our Chatham Islands Venture, Train Trip + Te Papa and our very popular South Island Rail & Coach Tours (plus many Highlights), Old Motu Road Trip, Mrs Brown’s Boys Show LIVE, Lake Waikaremoana & Mahia, Wearable Arts Show, Bay of Islands and many more trips travelling around our colourful Country.

So why don’t you make yourself a cup of tea, sit down and read about our memorable trips coming up over the next few months in our latest Newsletter. We have many people join us to have a few days break and at the end of the tour tell us how much they have enjoyed the trip, seeing new places, meeting new people and just having fun.

We are sure there will be a tour to suit you in our March letter and we look forward to welcoming you on board soon. Don’t forget all our tours include a FREE pick up and drop off (door to door) service. 07 575 8118

Feature Tour (Coming Up!!) - May 1. South Island Tour By Rail: (Train, Coach & Overland – South Island) - - Limited Seats (only 4 seats left), Book NOW MARCH 2018 2. Lake Waikaremoana, Mahia Peninsula & Gisborne – 21st to 23rd March APRIL 3. North Island Train Trip + Te Papa – 8th to 10th April – Only 2 seats left MAY 4. South Island Autumn Colours Tour, Rail, + Main Highlights: - 21st May to 31st May JULY 5. Mid - Winter Christmas Tour Special at Chateau Tongariro: - 3rd to 5th July AUGUST 6. North Island Train Trip + Te Papa – 26th to 28th August SEPTEMBER 7. Bay of Islands, 90 Mile Beach & Cape Reinga, Hokianga & Kauri Coast & The Best of Northland Tour: – 10th to 14th September OCTOBER 8. The Wearable Arts Tour to Wellington: - 12th to 14th October

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APRIL “SPECIAL” 3 DAY TOUR

………Sit Back & Relax!! Northern Explorer Train Trip & Te Papa Museum Tour 8th to 10th April (Auckland to Wellington) An unforgettable Rail Experience Have you always wanted to experience the Passenger Train Trip (Northern Explorer) from Auckland to Wellington? Then this is your opportunity… This will be a great tour with wonderful lifetime experience. This amazing Tour Package Includes:  Door to Door Service & Coach Transport to Auckland  Night’s accommodation in Auckland, dinner included, as well as breakfast.  Ticket on the Northern Explorer Train from Auckland to Wellington (lunch provided)  Viewing North Island countryside that you would not normally see.  Night’s accommodation in Wellington, staying at one of Wellington’s nicest Hotels  All Wellington transfers, around the city and out to the airport later in the day.  Full breakfast in Wellington, including introduction to Maori cultural  Full Guided Tour of Te Papa Museum (Private Tour)  Air NZ Flights back to Tauranga  Our famous door to door service dropping you off again at your front door.  This will be an amazing journey – not to be missed

Great Value... Cost – NZ $1,595 p/p (Twin Share) Includes door to door service, coach trip to Auckland, Auckland accommodation, with dinner & breakfast all included, Northern Explorer Rail Travel with lunch, Wellington accommodation & dinner & plus breakfast, Guided Tour through Te Papa Museum (a real treat), return Air NZ Flights to Tauranga. Then take you home:

This trip is not to be missed, join us for a trip of a life time. See the back-country of the North Island in style!

TRAIN, BUS, & PLANE TRIP (North Island Train Trip) ….. Door to Door service (a great trip, we take care of the lot and take you home again)

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Lake Waikaremoana & Panekiri Ridge (See the Outback’s…)

Lake Waikaremoana, Mahia & Gisborne

21st to 23rd March

THE FRESH NEW LOOK AT LAKE WAIKAREMOANA! Join us for this memorable Tour. We travel through the stunning native bush clad hills of National Park, travelling around the Lake edge to arrive at Lake Waikaremoana Head Quarters, where we are staying the night in the freshly decorated Villas: - Lake Waikaremoana is a huge Lake in the middle of the largest tract of native forest in the North Island - is home to one of ’s Great Walks and is surely a place to experience true wilderness in the North Island of New Zealand - The views are so picturesque….

Lake Waikaremoana was formed 2200 years ago by a huge landslide, which blocked a narrow gorge along the Waikaretaheke River. Water backed up behind this landslide to form a lake up to 248 metres deep. In 1946 a hydroelectric development lowered the lake level by 5 metres. The area is formed from young mudstone, siltstone and sandstone, mostly about 10 -15 million years old. These sediments were originally part of the sea floor, but about two million years ago uplift brought them above sea level. The mountains and hills of the area have been shaped by continuous erosion. Major valleys like Aniwaniwa have been carved deeply from soft mudstones, while the more solid sandstones have tended to form ridges like Panekiri.

How exciting! We enjoy a Cruise on the magnificent Lake with breath-taking panoramic views: such a spectacular place of natural beauty - we visit the site of the Old Lake Waikaremoana Hotel, plus showing you all the mystics of this unique area. Take short bush walks if you wish.

View beautiful waterfalls and inspiring native bush sights—we explain all the history and then travel onto Mahia Peninsula We chat about the old ship-wreck sights - sight Portland Island, including observing the Portland Island Lighthouse keepers home which has been moved to Mahia – witness the site of where the dolphin first swam. Viewing Morere Hot Springs & tick-touring past Young Nick’s Head, before arriving into Gisborne for our night’s stay - over - looking the delightful Harbour.

Cost - $1,295 p/p (Twin Share) Incl; - coach trip, accommodation, all meals and Cruise on Lake Waikaremoana

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Our very popular

South Island Tour by Rail “Autumn Tour” see the Snow & the Amazing Autumn Colours

By Rail, Coach, & Plane (all included!!) (+ much much more in this tour) 21st May to 31st May Our Autumn South Island by Rail Tours always sell out quickly, and those who travelled with us in the past just loved this wonderful Hinterland South Island Journey and provided great reviews. What a fun and memorable colourful trip this is, and this time you’re invited this time to join us! The South Island by Train and coach is described as one of the World’s Most Scenic Journeys. We show you and do so much. In our exciting personalised Itinerary, we start seeing the stunning Autumn colours as we drift South through central North Island and then the delightful Manawatu countryside. Stopping the night in our capital city Wellington before we cruise across the Cook Strait, through the beautiful Marlborough Sounds arriving into the South Island!! From Picton your adventure begins, we show you around Picton and onto Blenheim and its many wineries before stopping for wine tasting at one of New Zealand’s big brand wines (which one is a surprise). All included. We then travel inland to see the Nelson Lakes, Mount Roberts, before passing over Lewis Pass down into Hanmer Springs. After looking around Hanmer and spending time in the pools, then onto Kaikoura where we have arranged to experience the amazing Whale Watching Venture. We have a good look around Kaikoura and stay the night with a lovely dinner all included. The next morning, we make our way to The Garden City of Christchurch, where we enjoy a City Tour of Christchurch and we get to know this South Island city well. We stay the night in Christchurch. Then we are off again taking our seats on the TranzAlpine Scenic Train to travel across the Canterbury Plains to then climb through the spectacular Southern Alps, with scenic stops along the way, descending through the famous Otira Tunnel emerging into the wilderness of the rugged West Coast arriving into Greymouth. We head down to Hokitika and then onwards for a relaxing evening stay in Franz Josef Glacier village, sighting the incredible Franz and Fox glaciers.

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After viewing the Franz and Fox glaciers. Travelling across the Haast Pass down into the stunning colours of Wanaka, Queenstown and Arrowtown regions. We stay in Queenstown overlooking Lake Wakatipu and next morning are treated on a local guided tour of this history enriched areas. Places which have been described around the World, of exceptional colourful beauty and especially in the Autumn time. Now we are in Central Otago. Leisurely days – just enjoying it all. Departing in our coach, we travel past the impressive Clyde dam, through the timeless tussock landscape & ancient mountains of Central Otago, stopping at iconic country townships. Staying the night in historic Art Deco - Ranfurly. Next morning arriving into Pukerangi to connect with our historic Taieri Gorge Railway Journey. This spectacular scenic trip travels over viaducts and through tunnels and will be very memorable. Relaxing and enjoying our stay in “Edinburgh of the South”, Dunedin (city tour included) before we journey North, past Twizel for scenic Mt Cook, where we will be staying (at Mt Cook). Enjoying the delights of Tekapo and Mackenzie Country we then travel back towards Christchurch. After a peaceful night’s sleep and breakfast, we depart and fly back from Christchurch before taking you home again back to your doorstep. Door to door service. Everything has been taken care of. Our fabulous Autumn Rail & Coach Journey of the South Island is one not to miss, which will be relaxing, fun and memorable. We will take you through some of the most spectacular colourful scenery in New Zealand. Don’t miss out on this great trip. Cost: $4,980 per person (twin share) – Including……so much!! Our Tour Includes (some of the Highlights):  Both the 2 operating South Island Train Trips including… 1) Tranz Alpine, (what better way to transverse the amazing Southern Alps through to Greymouth) 2) Taieri Gorge (one of the World’s Great Train Trips, we are booked on)  We stay at Hanmer Springs & soak in the hot pools (if you wish)  Also included is a full tour of Christchurch City (by local tour guide). What Christchurch looks like today….and what is planned  Whale Watching in Kaikoura (we thought – why not..)  We stay at Franz Josef (enjoy the West Coast & the snow-capped Southern Alps)  We visit Wanaka and stay in Queenstown to be stunned by natural beauty (amazing Autumn colours)  A local guided tour of Queenstown & Arrowtown (best way to learn about everything local :)  A Dunedin city tour (now the 2nd largest city in the South Island. So much to see and learn here)  We stay at Mount Cook – overlooking Mount Cook & Southern Alps  Travel through the amazing Lake Tekapo – Mackenzie Country  Ferry Wellington / Picton……this is a wonderful & relaxing experience across the Straight (with photos to be taken). Plus includes all coach travel & transfers.  Great accommodation, all breakfasts and dinners included  Air New Zealand flights back from Christchurch to Tauranga.  And a lot more!!  The idea……. is to see as much of the South Island as possible……. this is a great trip

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Travelling NZ March 2018 Newsletter JULY Mid-Winter Christmas Break Two Night’s Stay & Mid - Winter Christmas Dinner at Chateau Tongariro, including Raglan & Waitomo Destinations 3rd to 5th July

What a fabulous mid-winter break! – meandering through the hinterland countryside of the Waikato to arrive into the charming coastal village of Raglan. Staying here the night and enjoying dinner over- looking the harbour. Ticki-touring to picturesque Kawhia and world-renown Waitomo and finishing at the stunning Chateau Tongariro Hotel, with three impressive snow - capped mountains as a backdrop – an idyllic place to stay for two nights. Soak up the mountain views and classic 1930’s atmosphere of The Chateau, while listening to the live piano around the crackling fire. Our second night’s stay you will be relaxing in the main dining room under the chandeliers while enjoying your special mid-winter Christmas dinner. This delightful Mid-Winter Break is always

popular, so do book early!

Inclusions . Home pick up & return. . Coach travel to: - Raglan, Kawhia, Waitomo & to Chateau Tongariro . One-night stay in Raglan & TWO Night’s Stay at The Historic Chateau Tongariro Hotel. . Special Mid-Winter Christmas Dinner at the Chateau. . All dinners and breakfasts.

. Cost: $1,295 p/p (twin share) - includes coach trip all the way, excellent accommodation, breakfasts and dinners.... including our Mid – Winter Christmas Dinner at the Chateau Tongariro Hotel.

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Travelling NZ March 2018 Newsletter SEPTEMBER Bay of Islands, 90 Mile Beach, Matauri Bay Hokianga & All The Best of The West & East Side of Northland 10th to 14th September

Why not join us for our memorable Bay of Islands Tour & Northland? Such a brilliant escape traveling where the Pacific Ocean collides with the Tasman Sea at the tip of New Zealand and exploring all the scenic wonders of the Northland area. Lots of different places we include, other tour companies do not include.

See the small rural townships and rolling countryside of the Northland region as you make your way to: - Warkworth Country, Waipu, Whangarei, charming Russell & Ferry to Paihia, Cape Reinga, plus a fantastic "ticki-tour" down the famous 90 Mile Beach...…

Seeing Stunning Matauri Bay & Cavilli Islands, famous Mangonui Coast, delights of Kawakawa, colourful history of Kerekeri, scenic Opononi, view the magnificent Hokianga,. See majestic Kauri Trees & Waipoua Forest, Kaipara Harbour, plus more…. A truly memorable holiday. Lots of laughter and good company – free of charge!! Staying for one night in Whangarei, 2 nights in the vibrant seaside resort town of Paihia & one night beside the beautiful Hokianga Harbour. Cost: $1,395 p/p (twin share) - includes coach trip all the way, excellent accommodation, breakfasts and dinners... Plus 90 Mile Beach Venture with a coastal lunch. This is another memorable Hinterland Tours Holiday.

OCTOBER SPECIAL TOURS Wearable Arts Tour -(WOW)

In Wellington - The 30th Anniversary Show 12th to 14th October 2018

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Wearable Arts– Special Event – In Wellington “Small Group Tour”

Imagine yourself sitting in the Best Seats - Platinum Seats with amazing viewing - to watch the non-stop spectacular 30th Anniversary WEARABLE ARTS SHOW in Wellington! The thrill to witness the extraordinary spectacle of Fashion, design, light, sound, theatre and dance is breath-taking. The World of Wearable Art, known as WOW, is a renowned international design competition that attracts hundreds of entries from all over the world. So why not join us? Your Ticket includes a programme. Don’t delay – BOOK NOW!

Our Tour Package Includes:

1.Home pickup - Return Coach Tauranga – Wellington – sightseeing all the way...... 2.Platinum Show Ticket to See WOW in Wellington, with incredible viewing! 3.Two night’s accommodation at The Ibis Hotel, Wellington – very central to shops & WOW 4. Dinners & breakfasts. 5. Options for: - City Sightseeing Tour, stroll & coffee along the picturesque waterfront, shopping! Botanic Gardens, Cable Car ride, plus more…..

Cost: $1,495 p/p (twin share). includes all the above. Upon booking we would appreciate a non-refundable deposit of $300 p/p and the balance is able to be paid before the 1st September. Thank you.

All Our Tours Include:

 Small Group Tours which are friendly, relaxing, flexible and fun, with our own unique Itineraries.  Entertaining informative and professional tour guides.  Our own coaches which is spacious, very comfortable, heated and air-conditioned.  Time to stretch your legs; take photographs, plenty of toilets stops and as much free time you require.  Some tours may become subject to e.g. adverse weather or unforeseeable situations which may lead to us changing Itineraries when necessary.  Decisions are made for common sense reasons.  All our tours include G.S.T

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Gold Qualmark Accreditation Award for Quality Assurance

Hinterland Tours are thrilled to announce the news that we have been awarded a Gold Qualmark Accreditation after our recent audit carried out by Tourism New Zealand.

Our award means we have a reputation for high quality, professional, and friendly service and you can book with us in confidence, as we are QUALMARK endorsed. Qualmark is New Zealand Tourism's official quality mark. It provides International and Domestic customers / visitors with a means of identifying professional and trustworthy New Zealand Tourism businesses.

So many Tours to choose from. We hope you can join us on one of the tours from this letter. Or if you have an idea, let us know!! (Private tour or we will put a group together).

Thank you for all your support and we wish you enjoyable Summer days. We look forward to chatting with you about our many inspiring journeys.

Kindest Regards

Postal: Hinterland Tours

Kae & Rick Coleman  P.O. Box 11530 Ph: 07 575 8118 Palm Beach Mb: 027 235 7714 Papamoa 3151 E: [email protected] Bay of Plenty N.Z To Contact us phone 07 575 8118 Customer Service, is our Focus!!

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