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Today you will begin your Swain Destinations customized itinerary. Please note, international air has not been included in this package price.
Cross the International Date Line, an imaginary line on the surface of the Earth that runs from the North to the South Pole - and defines one calendar day from the next. Crossing the International Date Line adds one day (24 hours) traveling west, and subtracts one day (24 hours) traveling east.
On arrival into Auckland, you will be met and transferred to your accommodation. Auckland, ‘City of Sails’, located between two stunning harbors, enjoys a mild year-round climate Auckland is the country's most visited region and largest urban area, offering excitin...
Experience Auckland with a local Maori, who will guide you around this fantastic city and region, providing lots of information about its interesting history, places and people throughout the tour. See this magnificent city with its 48 volcanoes, as well as the amazin...
Enjoy an afternoon tour of Auckland's largest Regional Park - the Waitakere Ranges. Travel to the Arataki Centre perched high in the Waitakere Ranges where the sweeping decks give breath-taking panoramic views. Head further west and experience the power of the wild an...
At your leisure for this delightful 2 hour drive via the main highway south and then east toward and over the Coromandel Ranges. The Coromandel area has lush green rainforests riddled with groves of majestic Kauri trees - New Zealand’s answer to the California Redwo...
New Zealander's cherish the coastal hamlet of Coromandel for its rustic tranquility. Sheltered bays, peaceful bush walks and a burgeoning arts community are all within 2 hours drive from Auckland. Once a thriving gold mining town, Coromandel now houses 1,000 residents...
At your leisure as you drive south toward the famous thermal wonderland of Rotorua – one of New Zealand’s main tourist destinations. It is famous for its thermal wonders of bubbling mud pools and geysers, and as a center for the Maori Culture of New Zealand. Allow f...
Rotorua provides an abundance of things to do and places to go for travelers of all ages. Rotorua will certainly ensure a wonderful holiday from peaceful tours through to adrenalin-pumping action, in the air, on the lake, river, or land. In fact, there is such a mind-...
Allow 3-4 hours leisurely drive (145 miles), but if possible allow some time to take in the sights along the way back to Auckland. Return your rental vehicle at the airport depot before boarding your departure flight to the USA.
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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