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Go Beyond

Tasman Adventure - New Zealand to Australia

3-Night Auckland
Pre-Cruise Program

February 18- 21

Explore Auckland on this tour designed to give well-deserved attention to an incredible destination that would otherwise be missed. This tour is the ultimate accessory to a remarkable trip.

ITINERARY

February 16-17

Auckland

Leave for New Zealand and cross the International Date Line; losing one calendar day

February 18

Auckland

Arrive in Auckland, transfer to The Cordis Hotel or similar accommodations. Go Next holds your room for the entire day, so no matter how early your flight gets in, check-in to your luxurious room to relax and re-energize upon arrival in New Zealand.

February 19

Auckland & Waiheke Island

After breakfast, get ready for a full day of sightseeing, including lunch on Waiheke Island. Board a ferry to Waiheke Island, popular for its stunning white sand beaches, vineyards, olive groves, and seaside villages. Stop at Mudbrick Vineyard to savor a wine tasting and lunch amid its peaceful garden setting before continuing to Rangihoua Estate to sample olive oil and learn the secrets of its production. Return to Auckland via ferry and spend the remainder of the evening at your leisure.

February 20 - Morning

Limestone Caves of Waitomo

After breakfast, transfer from Auckland to the limestone caves of Waitomo, one of New Zealand’s most remarkable natural wonders. Embark on a 45-minute tour through spectacular underground scenery with informative and entertaining commentary, where the guide will share stories, cultural legends and natural wonders of this living masterpiece. Famous for its acoustics, begin with the Cathedral Cavern, where New Zealand’s own opera diva Kiri Te Kanawa once performed. Continue along a low, narrow passage to the Tomo, the limestone caves of Waitomo, one of New Zealand’s most remarkable natural wonders. View more incredible formations, including the Banquet Chamber, the Pipe Organ, and the Catacombs. Take a boat trip through the Glowworm Grotto, the tour’s star attraction. The caves are home to the Waitomo glowworm, Arachnocampa luminosa, unique to New Zealand. Thousands of these tiny creatures radiate their luminescent light as our expert guides provide informative commentary on the cave’s historical and geological significance.

February 20 - Afternoon

Hobbiton™ Village Movie Set

Following your tour, travel through the serene countryside to the Hobbiton™ Village set, located on rustic farmland with views of the Kaimai Mountain Ranges. Delight in a private tour of the ten-acre site, viewing remnants of the original set from The Lord of the Rings trilogy, such as the charming Hobbit holes, while listening to commentary on the filming, set creation, and more. Enjoy a special Festive Feast lunch before transferring back to your hotel. 

February 21

Auckland

After breakfast, enjoy a half-day panoramic city tour. Appreciate views from the famous Sky Tower followed by a guided visit of the Auckland War Memorial Museum. Travel along Tamaki Drive where you will have a beautiful photo opportunity at Bastion Point (weather permitting) before crossing the Auckland Harbor Bridge. Transfer to Riviera in the afternoon.

INCLUSIONS

  • 3 nights at the 4-star Cordis Hotel with breakfast or similar accommodations
  • 2 full-day and 1 half-day sightseeing excursions as specified in itinerary, including entrance fees
  • Professional tour guide
  • Exclusive Go Next Program Manager and hospitality desk
  • Transfers between airport*, hotel and cruise ship, with related luggage handling

ACCOMMODATIONS

THE CORDIS HOTEL

Relax and explore the treasures of Auckland in the Cordis Hotel, conveniently located near Upper Queen Street and within walking distance of the waterfront, the Auckland Domain, and other unique attractions. This sophisticated hotel boasts amenities like the award-winning Chuana Spa, fitness studio, a rooftop pool, and enticing restaurants and bars.

PRICING

$3,099 per person
double occupancy

$3,799 per person
single occupancy

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Pre-Cruise Program

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Active
Travelers should be confident in their ability to walk and stand for up to 3-4 hours with a total of up to 2 miles per day while keeping a steady pace with a group or tour guide. This tour can involve walking on mostly uneven ground and occasionally stairs, some with no handrails. Travelers should be able to board a coach or tour bus independently. This tour is not recommended for those with a walker or wheelchair. Participating guests must be comfortable operating on the water as a portion of the program includes a ferry and a boat tour. The Waitomo Glowworm Cave requires walking up and down 150 steps. Must be able to step in and out of a dory type boat in low light.

The Go Beyond program, pricing, itinerary (including order of sites) and accommodations are subject to change.

*TRANSFERS: Airport transfers are only applicable during program dates.  Transfers are only provided from Auckland (AKL) airport.

FOR GUESTS BOOKING THEIR OWN AIR ARRANGEMENTS: Flights should be booked to arrive Auckland (AKL) airport.  You must provide your complete flight details to Go Next 30 days prior to departure to ensure airport transfers.

Global Destinations Management Ltd. and Go Next Inc. are not responsible for injuries or losses resulting from any causes beyond their own respective and exclusive control or for the negligence of any other suppliers or providers. Land accommodations, local transportation, and sightseeing are arranged and operated by Southern World Australia in Australia and Southern World New Zealand in New Zealand which may use other suppliers or providers to render the services.