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Leisure Time Travel Talk
March - April - May 2019
Edition 181
Welcome Coach Yard Parking for Day Trips and Tours
Hello and Happy New Year to you all! I hope that 2019 has treated you well so far, If you are leaving your car in our yard while
and that this heat hasn't affected you too much. We have been busy organising away on a trip, please remember to leave
our trips for 2019, and our tour calendar is almost complete for the year. Check your keys on the dashboard of your car.
out the list of all current tour offerings in the back half of the newsletter or call us Easter Office Hours
for further information.
Happy Easter! Over Easter the office will be
Thank you to our members who joined us at our annual Christmas Lunch. It was closed from Friday 19th April, and will re
lovely being able to catch up with you all outside of the office. I trust you all had open on Tuesday 23rd April. We hope you
an enjoyable day socialising with fellow club members. enjoy a relaxing Easter with family and
A reminder that the new travel membership dates are from 1 January 2019 - 31 friends. Please note the office will also be
December 2019. Thank you to all those members who have renewed their travel closed on Thursday 25th April for ANZAC
club subscription. If you are unsure whether your travel club subscription is up to Day.
date please phone the office.
We have a couple of exciting concert connections coming up within the next
couple of months. After successful previous visits to the Pop Up Globe, we have
another trip planned, this show being Hamlet. We are also taking a group up to
see Warhorse, which is showing in New Zealand for the first time. Tickets for this
will sell out very quickly. There is more information about these shows inside the
newsletter. We are hoping to secure tickets to the Elton John concert in Auckland
in February 2020, which will go on sale after the newsletter goes to print. Give us
a call if you are interested in seeing Elton on his final tour.
From all of us here at Leisure Time Tours, happy travelling! Our Great Barrier Island group
Feature Tour: Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo Sydney
Wednesday 16 October—Saturday 19 October 2019
From $2950.00pp twin share
The acclaimed international spectacular Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
comes to Sydney at ANZ Stadium, Sydney Olympic Park in October 2019. One
of the greatest shows on earth, featuring more than 1200 performers from
around the world, heads to Sydney direct from its annual season on the
esplanade of Edinburgh Castle, Scotland, where it continues to boast sell-out
performances entertaining more than 220,000 people each summer. Kilts,
drummers and bagpipes will be the order of the day. We have secured
central Sydney accommodation and Gold Reserve Tickets for the
performance. Join us on this sensational four day fully escorted tour.
Day 1 Fly Auckland to Sydney (with Air New Zealand)
Day 2 Sydney Sightseeing
Day 3 Sydney Sightseeing/Royal Edinburgh Tattoo Show
Day 4 Fly Sydney to Auckland (with Air New Zealand)
Tour includes: Return economy airfare Auckland/Sydney with Air New Zealand, 3
nights accommodation at Grace Hotel, Sydney, fully escorted from New Zealand, gold
ticket to Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, The Rocks locally guided walking tour,
admission to Cops & Robbers tour at the Justice and Police Museum, walking tour of
Royal Botanic Gardens, Captains dinner cruise, tour of Q Station with local guide,
admission to Royal Australian Navy Heritage Centre, 3x breakfasts, 2x lunches, 2x
dinners.
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Day Trips & Concert Connections
Leisure Time Tours offer a diverse range of day tours throughout the Central North Island catering to a wide range of
interests. The friendly nature of our day trips will make you feel at ease and a welcome member of the group – what better
way to make new friends! When you travel with us we provide professional, knowledgeable staff, a personalised service,
roadside morning teas and modern air-conditioned coaches.
Thursday 28 February 2019 - Te Aroha Day Out
Our journey today takes us to the town of Te Aroha. The town’s identity is founded around its
heritage. Our first visit is to Cadman Bath House, also known as the Te Aroha Museum. Opened in
1898, the museum is home to a diverse collection of local artefacts. Films and archives on gold
mining, farming and the spa history, show what life was like for those brave and hardy pioneers and
the generations who have followed. After the museum, we travel to the Te Aroha RSA where we will
have a delicious lunch. For those interested, you have time to have a soak in the Te Aroha Mineral
Spa after lunch (extra cost, approx. $13 for 30 min spa, bring your swimsuit and a towel). For those not interested, take a short walk up
to the Mokena Geyser (the only natural soda water geyser in the world) or soak your feet in the free hot water footbath.
Leaving yard at 9.00am
COST: Travel Club Members $70.00, Non-members $75.00 per person. Includes coach, morning tea, lunch and admission to museum.
Friday 8 March 2019 - Katikati Bird Gardens
Today we travel to Katikati to visit the Katikati Bird Gardens. These beautiful and tranquil gardens are
set directly on the edge of the inner Tauranga harbour. With water-lily ponds, mature trees from
around the world, flower gardens and natural wetlands, the gardens are a delight all year round. And
with many varieties of birds wandering free and in aviaries scattered throughout the gardens, this
special corner of New Zealand is truly unique.
Leaving yard at 8.00am
COST: Travel Club Members $70.00, Non-members $75.00 per person. Includes coach, morning tea
and admission.
Tuesday 12 March 2019 – Paeroa Day Out
Paeroa is the self-proclaimed Antiques Capital of New Zealand and home to the therapeutic spring
water which, mixed with lemon, is what we know today as the drink Lemon & Paeroa (or L&P) “World
Famous in New Zealand." Our travels today will take us to Paeroa, and our first stop will be at the
L&P bottle for morning tea. We then stop in town for the chance to browse the various antique
shops. After lunch (own cost), we travel to the Paeroa Maritime Park & Museum. This Museum is the
home to a very important collection of maritime history relating to the role that Paeroa played as a
port in the late 19th century when the goldfields of Waihi and Karangahake were being developed
and mined.
Leaving yard at 8.30am
COST: Travel Club Members $55.00, Non-members $60.00 per person. Includes coach, morning tea and admission.
Saturday 16 March 2019 – Mangakara Nature Walk
The walk meanders through an ancient forest, with large rimu, kahikatea, tawa, pukatea and
kohekohe and takes you to the beautiful Mangakara Stream before looping back. There are
numbered posts at points of interest along the walk. There are also illustrated signs to further your
understanding and appreciation of this special place. It's accessible to people of most ages and
fitness levels, but not suitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs. Seats are located around the walk. After
the walk, we will stop in Pirongia for you to purchase some lunch before travelling back to Hamilton.
Leaving yard at 9.00am
COST: Travel Club Members $45.00, Non-members $50.00 per person. Includes coach and morning tea.
Saturday 23 March 2019 - Scenic Drive
Today we will board the coach and just drive, enjoying the scenery as we go. There is nothing better
than just hopping in the coach and going for a drive on a summer’s day. We are not restricted to time
so it is a full day of leisure exploring. We will stop somewhere along the way for you to purchase your
lunch.
Leaving yard at 8.30am
COST: Travel Club Members $60.00, Non-members $65.00 per person. Includes coach and morning tea.
Thursday 28 March 2019 – Miranda Shorebird Centre
Pūkorokoro Miranda Shorebird Centre is an excellent stop to escape the city and have a look at some
of New Zealand’s amazing birdlife. With nearly half of the endemic Wrybill population found at
Pūkorokoro Miranda during part of the year, and with numbers of shorebirds often exceeding 10,000,
the coastline is almost a mandatory stop for any birdwatcher passing by. While visiting the shorebird
centre, we will have one of their local guides who will share all their knowledge about the birds we
will see. Due to the later start of the shorebird tour because of the tides, we will stop in Miranda or
Kaiaua for lunch prior to the tour (own cost).
Leaving yard at 9.00am
COST: Travel Club Members $60.00, Non-members $65.00 per person. Includes coach, morning tea and admission.
Saturday 30 March 2019 - Hamlet (Pop Up Globe)
The most famous play in the history of theatre, Hamlet is an exciting and existential masterpiece. Pop
-up Globe’s Nottingham’s Company proudly present Shakespeare’s tragic exploration of revenge,
grief, madness and catharsis. The Pop-Up Globe is the world’s first full-scale temporary working
replica of one of the greatest theatres in history. Our seats for the show are some of the best seats in
the house (please note you do have to walk up a flight of stairs to access these seats). ‘A Reserve’
tickets are backed chairs located in front of the stage, offering stunning views of the action onstage and the theatre.
Leaving yard at 9.00am
COST: Travel Club Members $190.00, Non-members $200.00 per person. Includes return coach transport from Hamilton and an ‘A
Reserve’ ticket to the show.
Wednesday 10 April 2019 - Nevalea Alpacas
Nevalea Alpacas, the largest alpaca farm in New Zealand, is home to over 800 friendly alpacas. Take
part in an interesting and informative presentation about alpacas and their exquisite fibre, learn
about how they shear alpacas and turn their fibre into clothing in the farm shop. We also have the
opportunity to hand feed and take photos with many friendly alpacas and their cria (baby alpacas).
Get up close and pat them, feel just how soft their fibre is. After our alpaca visit, we travel to
Taumarunui for you to purchase your lunch, before enjoying a leisurely drive back to Hamilton.
Leaving yard at 7.30am
COST: Members $100.00, Non-members $105.00. Includes coach, morning tea and admission.
Saturday 13 April 2019 - Tui Domain Walk Te Aroha
Starting near the Mokena Geyser, this pleasant walk passes through stunning bush and shallow
mountain streams. At the Te Aroha Water Treatment Plant walkers may take short detours to scenic
waterfalls. The track continues through bush, crossing mountain bike tracks (please watch out for
cyclists). Please bring a packed lunch and your walking shoes with you today.
Departing yard at 10.00am
COST: Members $45.00, Non-members $50.00. Includes coach and morning tea.
Wednesday 17 April 2019 - Chelsea Sugar Factory
Back by popular demand is the tour of the iconic Chelsea Sugar Factory. This is a behind-the-
scenes look at what goes on at Chelsea Sugar. We’ll see how raw sugar, offloaded from the ships
berthed at the deep-water port, makes its way through the factory. There is also the opportunity to
participate in the interactive baking centre which features the heritage and history of both the
Chelsea and Edmonds brands, as well as demonstrating the sugar and flour milling processes from
paddock to plate. We will be taken around the site on the Chelsea Bay Train - but beware, there are a
total of 80 stairs to walk up and down as you walk through the factory, so unfortunately wheelchairs,
crutches or walking sticks cannot be accommodated. Everyone must wear a long-sleeved top, long
trousers with enclosed, flat-soled shoes. The group will be split into two, one group will do the factory tour, and the other will have time
to browse the visitor centre and have lunch in the café, and then the groups will swap over.
Leaving yard at 7.30am
COST: Travel Club Members $75.00, Non-members $80.00 per person. Includes coach, morning tea and admission.
Saturday 20 April 2019 - Tauranga Jazz Festival
Enjoy jazz, swing, blues and funk from NZ’s best on multiple stages along The Strand set amidst
dozens of fine bars and restaurants. Relax or dance the day away with the sparkling waters of
Tauranga Moana as a backdrop. We will arrive in time to watch the Vintage Parade in true New
Orleans style down Willow Street. Feel free to dress up and join in - from spiffing sportswear and
straw boaters, floaty florals through to putting on the ritz and carnival glam, anything goes! Have
some fun over the weekend, get some friends together and enjoy a lovely day out in Tauranga.
Leaving yard at 8.00am
COST: Travel Club Members $70.00, Non-members $75.00 per person. Includes coach, morning tea and admission.
Wednesday 24 April 2019 - Ayrlies Garden
Situated in the gently rolling country of east Auckland, this is one of New Zealand's best known
gardens, characterised by sweeping lawns and informal but detailed plantings by ponds and
waterways. A strong but sensitive use of colour is a hallmark of Ayrlies seen best in the lurid border
where 'hot' colours are used to great effect and in other areas where old roses, clematis and
perennials are combined in romantic profusion. After our visit we will stop for lunch in Whitford.
Leaving yard at 8.00am
COST: Travel Club Members 80.00, Non-members $85.00 per person. Includes coach, morning tea,
and admission.
Tuesday 30 April 2019 - Mystery Trip
What shall we do today? Well I know and I guess if you want to find out you’ll have to come out today and see what we
have planned. As usual we will be doing something interesting, we’ll have a tasty lunch and of course the company will be
great!
Leaving yard at 8.00am
COST: Travel Club Members $70.00, Non-members $75.00 per person. Includes coach, morning tea and lunch.
Tuesday 7 May 2019 – Tarawera Falls
We venture by coach to the base of the Tarawera Falls, where the river emerges through narrow
fissures in a fractured rhyolite lava cliff. There is an easy 40 minute return walk to the waterfall’s
base lookout where we will see a unique beauty of the waterfall and crystal-clear river, which makes
the falls one of New Zealand must-see waterfalls. On our way back home we will stop in at the
Rotorua Citizen’s Club for a late lunch.
Leaving yard at 7.30am
COST: Travel Club Members $85.00, Non-members $90.00 per person. Includes coach, morning tea and lunch.
Wednesday 15 May 2019 - Tiritiri Matangi
Today will be an early start as we need to be at Gulf Harbour by 9:30am. Tiritiri Matangi Island is
situated in the Hauraki Gulf and is only a 20 minute ferry trip from the Gulf Harbour. From the
moment you step onto the island to the moment you leave, you will be entranced by the serenade of
gentle birdsong and the lush native bush. It has been revegetated with around which 300,000 native
trees, 12 of New Zealand’s endangered birds and three reptile species that have been re-introduced.
Make sure you bring your lunch today as there is nowhere you can purchase this.
Leaving yard at 6.30am
COST: Travel Club Members $155.00, Non-members $160.00 per person. Includes coach, morning tea, return ferry, guided tour of island.
Saturday 18 May 2019 - Redwoods Walk
Today we travel over to Rotorua to enjoy a walk through the Redwood Forest. On this popular 2km
track starting at the Visitor Centre we meander through the breath-taking Californian Redwoods
(Sequoia sempervirens) which were planted in 1901. These towering trees stand at approximately 67
metres tall and create a wonderful shelter, for a diverse range of native plants and birds. A feature
boardwalk takes us across the old thermal pond, home to a variety of exotic aquatic plant life. For
those interested in a slightly longer walk, there is the option to continue on for another 1.4km on the
Waitawa Walk which takes you into a magnificent stand of Douglas Fir. Discover the famous New
Zealand Silver Fern and the giant Mamaku Ferns. Please remember to bring your walking shoes with you today. We will stop in Rotorua
prior to the walk for you to purchase some lunch to eat after your walk.
Leaving yard at 9.00am
COST: Travel Club Members $60.00, Non-members $65.00 per person. Includes coach and morning tea.
Tuesday 21 May 2019 - Lava Glass Taupo
Situated just out of Taupo, Lava Glass offers a unique opportunity to view the captivating process of
glass blowing. In the gallery studio we will view the creation of all sorts of fascinating designs that
Lynden and his team produce before seeing the glass-blowers at work and visiting the Lava Glass
Sculpture Garden. The garden is a visual feast and contains more than 500 glass sculptures including
glass flowers and a 15 piece glass waterfall. Lunch is included today at the café onsite.
Leaving yard at 8.00am
COST: Travel Club Members $95.00, Non-members $100.00 per person. Includes coach, morning tea,
admission and lunch.
Wednesday 29 May 2019 - Driving Creek Railway
A popular trip so book now to avoid disappointment. The one hour return trip on the innovatively
designed train takes you through replanted native kauri forest and includes two spirals, three short
tunnels, five reversing points and several large viaducts as it climbs up to the mountain-top terminus.
At the top of the track is the Eyefull Tower. This building offers great panoramic views out over the
island-studded Hauraki Gulf with the forested valley and mountains behind. After, we will travel to
Coromandel Town where you can purchase your lunch.
Leaving yard at
COST: Members $95.00, Non-members $100.00. Includes coach, morning tea and admissions.
Wednesday 26 June 2019 - Warhorse
Based on the beloved novel by Michael Morpurgo, the National Theatre of Great Britain’s Tony
Award®-winning production of War Horse is coming to Auckland. Hailed by Time Magazine as ‘a
landmark theatre event’, this powerfully moving and imaginative drama, filled with stirring music and
songs, is a show of phenomenal inventiveness. At its heart are astonishing life-sized puppets created
by South Africa’s Handspring Puppet Company, who bring breathing, galloping, charging horses to
thrilling life on stage at the Civic.
COST: Club Members $155.00, Non Members $165.00 per person. Includes return coach transport
from Hamilton, and an ‘A Reserve’ ticket to the show.
Thursday 12 September 2019 - Fleetwood Mac Concert
Fleetwood Mac is coming to Auckland this September. The show will feature the new line-up of Mick
Fleetwood, John McVie, Stevie Nicks and Christine McVie along with newcomers Mike Campbell and
New Zealand’s very own Neil Finn. You can go your own way, or you can let Leisure Time Tours take
you there and avoid having to deal with Auckland traffic and parking. We only have a limited number
of tickets available, so call us today on 0800 534 787 to book your place.
Leaving yard at
COST: Club Members $349.00, Non Members $359.00 per person. Includes return coach transport
from Hamilton, and your ticket to the show (seated ticket).
Short Breaks & Tours
From enlightening short breaks and wide-ranging tours throughout New Zealand, to overseas travel – Leisure Time Tours
organises adventures to remember. Our tours cover all of New Zealand, from the top of the North Island to the bottom of the
South so there is a tour available for everyone. Every passenger receives a complimentary travel kit including a travel bag,
travel wallet, NZ map, luggage labels and a name badge. We also provide roadside morning teas from the coach when
possible, offering passengers the opportunity to mix and mingle. Our tours now offer Travel Club Member prices, so if you wish
to qualify for the member prices, ask about joining our Travel Club today! If you would like further information about any of
our tours mentioned please call the office.
North Island Tours
WHITE ISLAND (3 Days)
26-28 April 2019, $1050.00pp twin share
Sitting 49km off the coast of the Bay of Plenty lies White Island - arguably the world’s most
accessible active marine volcano. We’ll cruise over to White Island onboard a specially built
luxury launch, where trained guides take us through the old mining factory, getting up close
to bright yellow sulphur deposits. To top our experience off we venture right up to the
main crater’s edge. After this experience we re-board our boat for lunch before returning
to Whakatane. Our tour continues, following the volcanic centre to the base of Mount
Edgecumbe to visit the spectacular Tarawera Falls, before continuing home via Rotorua.
Please note for this tour you require a good level of agility.
Overnights: Whakatane (2 nights)
SCENIC EAST CAPE (5 Days)
10-14 May 2019, $1350.00pp twin share
Journey with us to the eastern most point of New Zealand, the East Cape. On our Scenic
East Cape and Mahia Peninsula tour you will enjoy wonderful views of beautiful beaches,
rugged cliffs and wild bush land. We will visit numerous historical sites and learn about our
unique and interesting cultural heritage including the landing site of the Arawa Canoe,
Hicks Bay, Mahia Peninsula and much more.
Overnights: Whakatane/Hicks Bay/Gisborne/Napier
MYSTERY ESCAPE (4 Days)
28 - 31 May 2019, $1250.00pp twin share
Join Leisure Time Tours on our Mystery Escape and who knows where you'll end up. It
could be any one of the popular destinations that New Zealand has to offer. The mystery
won't be revealed until the day of travel, but have no fear, we will provide clues and helpful
hints to help you pack prior to departure.
NORTHLAND DISCOVERY (5 Days)
12-16 June 2019, $1390.00pp twin share
Spectacular yet diverse coastlines, marine reserves, kauri forests and two oceans that
collide make Northland an unmissable and unforgettable destination. Subtropical
Northland is a land of contrasts where every area is steeped in history. Our five day
Northland Discovery tour will explore the different areas of Northland including Whangarei
in the South, Paihia—the hub of the Bay of Islands, the beachside resort of Taipa, Cape
Reinga— the northernmost point in New Zealand, the Hokianga Harbour and everywhere in
between.
Overnights: Whangarei/Taipa/Hokianga/Dargaville
CENTRAL PLATEAU & FORGOTTEN HIGHWAY (4 Days)
5 - 8 August 2019, $1290.00pp twin share
Celebrate winter in the heart of the Tongariro Volcanic Plateau. During this fabulous four
day tour we spend two nights in the Central Plateau staying at the iconic Chateau
Tongariro. Our journey also takes us through the Forgotten World Highway. On this stretch
of road, we wriggle our way over four mountain saddles, through an eerie one-lane tunnel
and along a sinuous river gorge to Stratford, and our last night will be spent in New
Plymouth.
Overnights: Tongariro (2 nights)/New Plymouth
WORLD OF WEARABLE ARTS (4 Days)
26 - 29 September 2019, $1320.00pp twin share
Journey to Wellington and experience the World of the Wearable Arts (WOW). From
humble beginnings in 1987, the World of Wearable Art Show has become an international
event attracting artists and designers from around the world. WOW is a performance
extravaganza, where fashion and art collide. We enjoy a trip in Napier on our return.
Overnights: Wellington (2 nights)/Napier
LAKE WAIKAREMOANA & GENTLE ANNIE (5 Days)
11-15 October 2019, $1215.00pp twin share
This tour features two internal routes not often travelled by the independent traveller,
but are extremely interesting and historical areas. Southeast of Rotorua is the Kaingaroa
Plain. In the centre of the region is the Te Urewera National Park, which enriches Lake
Waikaremoana in the southeast and reaches towards the Bay of Plenty. The Gentle Annie
Route is now a lot gentler on travellers than it used to be. Here you'll find picturesque
high-country sheep stations like Erewhon & Springvale.
Overnights: Wairoa/Napier (2 nights)/Taihape
TARANAKI GARDEN FESTIVAL (4 Days)
1 - 4 November 2019, $1190.00pp twin share
Awaken your senses with an impressive array of gardens. The Taranaki Garden
Spectacular showcases a dynamic display of private and public gardens each with their
own unique flavour. From cottage gardens, native gardens, highly structured or rambling
and informal, whatever your taste in gardens there is something for everyone. We plan
to visit as many as we can over the four days covering New Plymouth Central, Oakura,
Inglewood, Stratford and Hawera.
Overnights: New Plymouth (3 nights)
GREAT BARRIER ISLAND (3 Days)
22-24 November 2019, $1250.00pp twin share
Journey with us to one of the most unspoiled places you will ever find; an amazing island
full of native flora and fauna, some unique to this special place. Escape to tranquility -
escape to Great Barrier Island! While on the island enjoy a full day touring visiting sights
including Tryphena Harbour, Claris, Glenfern Sanctuary and much more.
Overnights: Great Barrier Island (2 nights)
South Island Tours
TOP OF THE SOUTH WALKING TOUR (6 Days)
22-27 March 2019, $2490.00pp twin share
This six day tour encompasses two of the South Island’s well known spectacular day walks
with options for those not wishing to complete the walks. Explore the golden beaches,
turquoise waters and luscious green forests of the extraordinary Abel Tasman National
Park with a scenic cruise and walk. We also visit Queen Charlotte Sound for a scenic cruise
and walk enjoying the panoramic views of the Marlborough Sounds. Our journey also
takes us through the seaside town of Kaikoura travelling down the recently rebuilt State
Highway One.
Overnights: Nelson (2 nights)/Picton (2 nights)/Christchurch
SOUTH ISLAND AUTUMN TOUR (14 Days)
3-16 April 2019, $4290.00pp twin share
The South Island or the ‘Mainland’ boasts beautiful beaches, spectacular mountain
ranges, stunning scenery, and of course the friendly locals that you’ll meet along the way.
Highlights of this tour include a spectacular Milford Sound cruise, the Tranz Alpine train
journey to Arthur’s Pass, the West Coast, the TSS Earnslaw cruise on Lake Wakatipu, The
Catlins, Dunedin, and so much more.
Overnights: Christchurch/Greymouth/Haast/Queenstown (2 nights)/Te Anau/Invercargill
(2 nights)/Dunedin (2 nights)/Omarama/Christchurch (2 nights)
PRESERVATION INLET CRUISE (9 Days)
6-14 September 2019, $4390.00pp twin share
An ultimate voyage of discovery, an exploration of five of New Zealand’s southern
most and seldom visited fiords; Chalky and Preservation Inlets as well as the stunning
Doubtful, Dusky and Breaksea Sounds. A hidden gem of New Zealand, this is definitely
a cruise of a lifetime.
Overnights: Te Anau/On board Milford Wanderer(6 nights)/Te Anau
SOUTHLAND & STEWART ISLAND (7 Days)
19-25 September 2019, $3190.00pp twin share
Discover the deep south, a rugged and ever-changing landscape; rocky bluffs,
enchanting forests, beautiful sandy beaches, a wealth of wildlife and spectacular
views. This is a world where nature dominates a land secluded and untouched.
Overnights: Dunedin/Invercargill (2 nights)/Stewart Island (2 nights)/Queenstown
SOUTHERN SPECTACULAR (14 Days)
18 November-1 December 2019, $5850.00pp twin share
Circumnavigate the Southern Alps, crossing at the head via Arthurs Pass, travelling the
rugged West Coast and through the southern fiords. On the journey back north we travel
through the Mackenzie Basin to the base of the majestic Mount Cook and back onto the
Canterbury Plains and then Christchurch.
Overnights: Christchurch/Westport (2 nights)/Hokitika/Haast/Queenstown (2 nights)/
Te Anau/Dunedin (2 nights)/Twizel/Christchurch (2 nights)
WILD WEST COAST (8 Days)
18-25 November 2019, $3230.00pp twin share
Journey with us to the West Coast, or ‘the Coast’ as locals call it. This area offers some
of New Zealand’s most ruggedly beautiful scenery. Only 70km at its widest point but
600km long, it is a wild place of rivers, rainforests, glaciers and hidden gems.
Experience the wild west of New Zealand, an adventure to remember!
Overnights: Christchurch/Westport (2 nights)/Hokitika/Haast/Queenstown (2 nights)
SOUTHERN SPLENDOUR (8 Days)
24 November-1 December 2019, $2890.00pp twin share
The Southern Splendour tour includes the spectacular scenery of Queenstown and the
Wakatipu basin, the majestic Milford Sound, Dunedin—the Edinburgh of the south,
the Mackenzie Country, including Mount Cook—the tallest mountain in the Southern
Hemisphere and finishing in Christchurch—the garden city.
Overnights: Queenstown/Te Anau/Dunedin (2 nights)/Twizel/Christchurch (2 nights)
International Getaways
We are looking at increasing our outbound programme offering for 2019 and beyond. While we have some interesting and
unique trips we are currently investigating, we would love to hear from you about the destinations of your dreams. If you
have any suggestions on overseas destinations you would love to tick off your bucket list, do get in contact with the office.
FIJI ISLAND CRUISE (10 Days)
28 July - 6 August 2019, from $5795.00pp twin share
Looking to escape the cold New Zealand winter? Let’s go and enjoy the warm weather that
Fiji has to offer at this time of year. While here, we’ll enjoy a seven night cruise of the
Yasawa and Mamanuca Islands. From Monuriki Island, where the Tom Hanks movie
‘Castaway’ was filmed, to the exclusive trip to the Narokorokoyawa or Sacred Islands
where we’ll experience a Sevusevu (gift giving) ceremony, there is something for everyone
on this cruise.
Auckland/Nadi/On Board Reef Endeavour (7 nights)
Tour inclusions: Return economy flights Auckland/Nadi, 2 nights hotel accommodation at
Novotel Nadi, 7 nights on board MV Reef Endeavour, daily breakfast, lunch and dinner on board ship, activities included on cruise.
ROYAL EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO SYDNEY (4 Days)
16-19 October 2019, $2950.00pp twin share
The acclaimed international spectacular Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo comes to Sydney
at ANZ Stadium, Sydney Olympic Park in October 2019. One of the greatest shows on
earth, featuring more than 1200 performers from around the world, heads to Sydney
direct from its annual season on the esplanade of Edinburgh Castle, Scotland, where it
continues to boast sell-out performances entertaining more than 220,000 people each
summer. Kilts, drummers and bagpipes will be the order of the day. We have secured
central Sydney accommodation and Gold Reserve Tickets for the performance. Join us on
this sensational 4 day tour.
Tour inclusions: Return economy airfare Auckland/Sydney with Air New Zealand, 3 nights accommodation at Grace Hotel, Sydney, fully
escorted from New Zealand, gold ticket to Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, admissions as per tour itinerary, 3x breakfasts, 2x lunches, 2x
dinners
Terms & Conditions and General Information
Departure Times for Day Trips
Please note that all departure times listed in the newsletters are guidelines only and are subject to change. Please call the office a
couple of days prior to the tour to receive the confirmed time.
Departures from Yard
If you are departing from our coach yard on a day trip, please do not arrive more than 20 minutes prior to the departure time. The
drivers need this time to prepare the coach for the day’s outing. Our coach yard address is 231 Kahikatea Drive, Hamilton. Our gateway
is accessible from the servicelane off Greenlea Lane.
Pick-Up Points for Day Trips
All of our day trips have collection points located around Hamilton City. Our main pick-up points are Hamilton Transport Centre, Te
Rapa (Waterworld), St Andrews (Braid Road Shops), Flagstaff (River Road, opposite Fernwater Place) and Chartwell (opposite St Albans
Church, Comries Road). We endeavour to collect people as quickly as possible, therefore base the collection points on the direction
that we are travelling. Please ensure you are at the pick up point 10 minutes prior to the departure time of the coach. If you’re late, all
other people we are collecting will be inconvenienced by your lateness as they will be standing at their collection point waiting for the
coach.
Dietary Requirements
Please notify the office if you have any special dietary requirements e.g Vegetarian, Coeliac etc. and we will endeavor to assist you with
your needs. Lunches and dinners on most occasions can be catered for if we can let the venue know in advance. Morning teas supplied
from the coach do contain such things as gluten, eggs and dairy, so you may need to bring along your own snack for these occasions
(tea and coffee will be supplied).
Please note….
All trips must be pre-paid. For your convenience we accept Visa and MasterCard, so you can pay for your trips over the phone or by
posting in your credit card details. Thank you for your help, as this does save a lot of time and stress if everyone does this. Please note
that there is a 3% credit card surcharge for all final payments for our short breaks and tours.
The office phone number for bookings is: 07 847 8258. Please remember that the office is only open Monday to Friday.
Travel Club Subscriptions
The new travel membership dates are now from 1 January 2019 - 31 December 2019. Thank you to all those members who have
renewed their travel club subscription. This year we have done a long overdue review of the subscription fees and have had to
take into account the increase in postage costs and slightly increase the cost of the subscription. We still offer the email based
membership for the low price of $10.00 per person. Please note that only current travel club members will receive a copy of the
newsletter sent directly to them.
Email Communication
For us to stay in touch with you in between newsletters, please let the office know your email address. If you are on our email
database, you will receive updates of new tours and concert connections as they are released, as well as promotions and
competitions that run throughout the year.
Mobile Phone Numbers
If you have a cell phone, please register your number with the office. This is always useful for the driver to be able to contact
you, if for any reason the coach has been held up or if it is running early. This is most important for members who are living
outside of Hamilton, but we would appreciate anyone with a cell phone to update their records with us.
Day Trip Refund Schedule Terms and Conditions for Concert Connections:
• 7+ days prior to trip - $5.00 cancellation fee • Payments must be received within a week of booking.
• 6 days - 48 hours prior to trip - 50% refund. • Payments for show connections are final and non-refundable.
• Less than 48 hours prior to trip - no refund. • Bookings on show connections are transferrable, therefore if
for any reason the original passenger booked cannot travel it
becomes his/her responsibility to find a replacement, and to
notify Leisure Time Tours of any changes.
Travel Insurance for Short Breaks & Tours
We strongly recommend all passengers to obtain travel insurance as your household insurance will only cover your clothes and
personal belongings, whereas travel insurance will cover disruption of travel due to any personal unforeseen circumstances that
may arise due to health or accident, preventing you from travelling or continuing with the tour once the tour has commenced.
Ask us today for a no obligation travel insurance quote.
Tours within New Zealand Cancellation Fees
• 42+ days prior to travel - loss of non-refundable deposit
• 41-31 days prior to travel - loss of 50% of your full tour payment
• 30 days or less prior to travel - loss of 100% of your full tour payment
• No refunds on any unused portions of the itinerary
*cancellation fees may be different for some tours, check with the office if you
are unsure.
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