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Thursday, August 28, 2008

New Zealand


Discover the abundance of exciting 
New Zealand holiday spots from 
Taupo luxury accommodation, to 
Hawkes Bay Wineries to historical 
Dunedin. 

At House of Travel, we love sharing 
our knowledge of all the amazing 
destinations you just have to see 
around the world, but we’re equally 
as passionate about our own backyard!


Whale Watch Excursion 

Whale Watch Excursion - travel off Kaikoura’s coast and see the magnificent Sperm Whale, Humpback Whales (June & July) and the Orca (summer months) on thsi popular Canterbury attraction.

Duration: 3½ hours
Departures: Daily 

Price Guide from $125 per person

Wine experience in the Wairarapa:

Wine, wine, wine and more wine. Travel to the Wairarapa and experience a six hour wine tour of the South Wairarapa (including lunch) before retiring to the newly refurbished Copthorne Hotel & Resort, Solway Park for your overnight stay. 1

1 night from $199
 per person/share twin

Routeburn Track - Day walk

A full day guided walk in the ancient beech forest of the Mount Aspiring National Park starts with a scenic drive to the northern end of Lake Wakatipu and into the Routeburn Valley. The high snow capped mountains provide a magnificent backdrop for the walk up this beautiful river valley. There is also an option of walking a little further for an extra 1.5hrs (each way) to view the entire magnificent valley from the Routeburn Falls Hut.

Duration: 9 hours (approx)
Walking Time: 3 to 5 hours (optional)
Walking Distance: 16kms (easy)
Track: Well formed easy walking track (8kms each way)
Departures: 8.00am

$219
/person

Dolphin Watching

Dolphin
Watching - Enjoy a cruise around Akaroa Harbour, spotting the infamous New Zealand Hector Dolphins with this popular South Canterbury attraction.

Duration: 3 hours
Departures: Daily 
Price Guide from $55 per person

Grand Traverse Flight 

Grand Traverse Flight - Enjoy a breathtaking scenic flght over Mt Cook, New Zealand’s highest mountain, snowfields, glaciers and the majestic Southern Alps.

Duration: 50 minutes
Departures: Daily
Price Guide from $240 per person

The Pinnacles & The Heights B&B, Thames

3 nights from
$299
per person/share twin

    
The Heights B&B in Thames is the perfect place for walkers of every age and fitness level to base themselves before commencing one of New Zealand's great walking experiences. Spend a night in the luxury of the B&B, a night out in the wilderness and finish off with another night of luxury. Everything is taken care of.

Maple Lodge, Wanaka

Maple Lodge is new to the Wanaka district and offers guests 4 star boutique accommodation in a purpose built lodge. Set on seven acres all rooms are designed to have views towards the mountains.

Well known to the area is Mou Waho Island Nature Reserve. Enjoy a cruise out to the island where you will be taken on a 90 minute walk to the top with stops of interest en-route. A really enjoyable trip.

1 night from
$265
per person/share twin

Oceans Resort, Whitianga

Located in the heart of Whitianga just a stones throw from Buffalo Beach is where you will find Oceans Resort. A short stroll to the ferry and marina and it's abundance of cafes, restaurants and bars will ensure you are kept well fed and watered.

1 night from
$75
per person/share twin

Snow deals in-Queenstown

3 nights from
$385
per person/share twin

Flights not included  

   
Stay just a stones throw from Queenstown at Blue Peaks Lodge and use it as the base for your snow holiday. A two day lift pass for either Coronet Peak or the Remarkables will ensure you will have all bases covered and can just get out and enjoy this winter playground.

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