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Travelrite International invites you to join us aboard Regal Princess for the
Walking &
Tramping
AUSTRALIA &
NEW ZEALAND CRUISE
Sydney to Auckland including cruising Milford Sound
14 February to 1 March, 2021
Hobart – Organ Pipes Track/Mt Wellington Rotorua – Rotorua Lakeside Trail
Dunedin – Otago Peninsula Auckland – Te Henga Walkway &
Akaroa – Ngaio Point, Onawe & Coast to Coast Walkway
Akaroa Heritage Park Walks Karangahake – Windows Walk &
Picton – Waikakaho/Cullen Creek Walkway Rail Tunnel Loop
Wellington – Makara Track Central North Island – Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Walking &
Tramping
AUSTRALIA &
NEW ZEALAND
CRUISE
In each port of call we will be met by
our coach and will transfer to a fantastic
walking track, many of which are the
best short walks in New Zealand. All of
the walks have the spectacular scenery
of Australia and New Zealand on show.
The walks range from 1 hour to 6-7
hours and are a mix of coastal, hills/
forest and lake walks encompassing the A fantastic opportunity
best short walks that New Zealand has to walk some of the
to offer. The tour will be looked after best day hikes and
by a tour manager who will be hiking
with the group and is able to provide trails in New Zealand!
assistance if required.
DAY 1 Sunday 14 February, 2021 Sydney/Departure
This afternoon board the Regal Princess on this fantastic walking & tramp-
ing cruise of Australia and New Zealand. Be up on deck as we cruise Sydney
Harbour and out through Sydney Heads.
DAY 2 Monday 15 February, 2021 At sea
A day at sea to explore and enjoy the fabulous facilities of the ship. This
evening we have a welcome drinks party so you can meet other passengers
in the group.
DAY 3 Tuesday 16 February, 2021 Hobart
Our first walk of the cruise takes us to one of Hobart’s most famous
landmarks. We transfer a short distance to the base of Mount Wellington
and the distinctive rock formation; the Organ Pipes. The Organ Pipes form a
magnificent sight along this track which runs just below their base. The Organ
Pipes Track is one of Tasmania’s “Great Short Walks”. We will then continue to
the top of Mount Wellington and the lookout over Hobart. We return to the
ship and enjoy free time to wander Salamanca Place and Hobart.
DAY 4 Wednesday 17 February, 2021 At sea DAY 6 Friday 19 February, 2021 Fiordland National Park,
New Zealand
A day at sea to enjoy the fabulous facilities of the ship. Perhaps enjoy a walk
around the outdoors walking track or in the fitness centre. Today we cruise through some of the most spectacular scenery in New
Zealand as we visit Milford Sound followed by Doubtful and Dusky Sounds.
DAY 5 Thursday 18 February, 2021 At sea The fiords will be a highlight of the cruise, with spectacular scenery and
A day at sea to enjoy the fabulous facilities of the ship. fascinating wildlife. Nothing can prepare you for the majesty of Milford
Sound, star of Fiordlands National Park. New vistas mesmerise at each
turn – towering Mitre Peak, rising 1692 metres above the Sound, plunging
waterfalls, bottlenose and dusky dolphins, fur seals and Fiordland crested
penguins are amongst this wonderland of outstanding natural beauty.
DAY 7 Saturday 20 February, 2021 Dunedin
Today we arrive in Dunedin. Originally founded by Scottish settlers and
known as the Edinburgh of the South. We are transferred to the beautiful
Otago Peninsula just outside of Dunedin. We begin with a walk along
Victory Beach, named after the SS Victory ship that sank off its shores in
1861. It is home to sea lions, fur seals, blue and yellow-eyed penguins. We
will also see the rock formation known as the Pyramids before visiting the
Royal Albatross Centre, the only mainland breeding colony of the Royal
Albatross in the world.
DAY 8 Sunday 21 February, 2021 Akaroa
This morning we arrive in Akaroa on the spectacular Banks Peninsula. Enjoy
a walk from Akaroa to the Akaroa Heritage Park and return with wonderful
views of Akaroa Harbour and the surrounding hills followed by two short
Great fun and luxury cruising aboard
Regal Princess
Rotorua Walkways, developed over the last 10 years to enjoy Rotorua’s
most scenic points of interest including geothermal areas, native wildlife
and local historic sites. Starting at Pukeroa Hill we pass the Rotorua
Lakefront, Motutara (Sulphur Bay), Te Arikiroa and Puarenga Stream. We
finish back in the centre of Rotorua. There will be time in Rotorua for lunch
before we visit one of the geothermal pools that Rotorua is famed for. We
The new Regal Princess, sister ship to Royal Princess, is a return to the ship late afternoon.
spectacular example of the next generation of innovative DAY 13 Friday 26 February, 2021 Auckland
Princess ships. From the breathtaking Atrium & Piazza – This morning we arrive in Auckland, the largest city and commercial centre
over 50 per cent larger than other ships’ atriums in the line of New Zealand. After breakfast we disembark the ship and travel west
and featuring exciting new eateries – to signature features to the Te Henga Walkway (10.3 km). At the edge of the Waitakere Ranges,
like The SeaWalk, a dramatic glass-bottom walkway, which this coastal cliff walkway between Te Henga (Bethells Beach) and Muriwai
has been called one of the “Top Gee-Whiz Features at Sea”, Beach offers stunning views of Auckland’s rugged west coast. Now part
you’ll quickly come to love the many exciting dining and of the Hillary Trail, it is regarded as one of the best tramping tracks in
entertainment options available on this majestic ship. Regal Auckland. This afternoon we return to Auckland to check into our hotel. For
Princess offers a truly luxurious cruise experience. those interested enjoy the first section of the urban Coast to Coast Walk
through the centre of the city of Auckland and the surrounding suburbs. It is
a walk literally from one side of New Zealand to the other. We walk through
coastal walks including Ngaio point, one of the best coastal walks in the landscapes shaped by 600 years of Māori occupation, and through some of
region. Both have excellent views of the Harbour. There will be free time to Auckland’s finest natural and built heritage areas offering panoramic views
explore Akaroa before boarding the Regal Princess. along the way.
DAY 9 Monday 22 February, 2021 Picton
Today we call into Picton, in the spectacular Marlborough region and
track the Waikakaho/Cullen Creek Walkway (9 km). From a short distance
outside of Picton we follow an old gold miners trail as it weaves through
the range between the Wairau Valley and Linkwater. There will be plenty of
opportunities to take scenic photos along the way on this challenging but
varied walk.
DAY 10 Tuesday 23 February, 2021 Wellington
Today we call into Wellington, the capital of New Zealand. We will enjoy a
coastal walk along the Makara track, a short distance outside of Wellington.
The high cliffs and spectacular views that are features of Makara have for
centuries provided the people of the area with good vantage points for the
defence of their land. The Makara Track climbs past an ancient Maori pa
site and the remains of World War II gun emplacements.
DAY 11 Wednesday 24 February, 2021 At sea DAY 14 Saturday 27 February, 2021 Taupo
A day at sea to explore and enjoy the fabulous facilities of the ship. We depart Auckland for Taupo in the Central North Island. Along the way
we stop at Karangahake Gorge. This historic region combines gold mining
DAY 12 Thursday 25 February, 2021 Tauranga/ Rotorua
history and natural beauty. We will explore the area with the Windows Walk
This morning we arrive in Tauranga. After disembarking we will be met by and the Rail Tunnel Loop. We see beautiful scenery, mining remnants, and
our private coach and transferred to Rotorua. We walk a selection of the walk through a kilometre long rail tunnel. We continue onto Lake Taupo,
arriving late afternoon.
DAY 15 Sunday 28 February, 2021 Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Today we tackle the highlight of the tour, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.
We trek across volcanic alpine landscape of dramatic contrasts – steaming
vents, glacial valleys, ancient lava flows, alpine vegetation and vivid crater
lakes, all with stunning views. This challenging trip begins at 1120m, climbs
the Mangatepopo Valley to the saddle between Mount Tongariro and
Mount Ngauruhoe, through South Crater before climbing again to Red
Crater, the highest point on the crossing at 1886m. We will then descend
on a volcanic rock scree track to the vivid Emerald Lakes, known as Nga
Rotopounamu. After passing Blue Lake, also known as Te Wai-whakaata-
o-te-Rangihiroa (Rangihiroa’s mirror), the track sidles around the northern
slope of Tongariro, then descends in a zigzag track down to the road end.
We return to Taupo for our farewell dinner.
DAY 16 Monday 1 March, 2021 Depart
This morning we transfer to Auckland Airport for our flights back to Australia.
Walking &
Tramping
AUSTRALIA &
NEW ZEALAND Hobart – Organ Pipes Track/Mt Wellington
Sydney
Auckland
CRUISE
Dunedin – Otago Peninsula
Tauranga
Akaroa – Ngaio Point, Onawe & Akaroa Heritage Park Walks
Rotorua
Picton – Waikakaho/Cullen Creek Walkway Tasman Sea
Wellington – Makara Track Picton
14 February to 1 March, 2021 Rotorua – Rotorua Lakeside Trail Hobart Akaroa
Wellington
Auckland – Te Henga Walkway & Coast to Coast Walkway
Karangahake – Windows Walk & Rail Tunnel Loop
Fiordland
Central North Island – Tongariro Alpine Crossing National Park Dunedin
Included in the price:
• Travel on Regal Princess in the selected cabin category
• All meals, entertainment and service charges on Regal Princess
Price per person in Australian Dollars
• Welcome Drinks Party onboard the ship Cabin Description Deck Twin-share Single
Fare Fare
• 1 night 4 star accommodation in Auckland, including breakfast
• 2 nights 4 star accommodation in Taupo, including breakfast ID Inside 10,11,12,14 $ 4590 $ 6490
• International airfares and taxes from Auckland to Brisbane, Melbourne or Sydney* IC Inside 8,15,16 $ 4650 $ 6590
*There will be a surcharge for flights to Adelaide and Perth IB Inside 8,9,10,11,12,14,15 $ 4690 $ 6690
• Tour management by Travelrite International Pty. Ltd. BW Balcony (Obstructed) 8 $ 5150 $ 7390
• A Travelrite backpack
DW Balcony (Obstructed) 8 $ 5190 $ 7490
• A final night dinner
BD Baclony 9,10,11,12,14 $ 5390 $ 7790
• Ship port and handling charges and ship gratuities
BC Baclony 15,16 $ 5450 $ 7890
Not included in the price: BB Baclony 9,10,11,12,14,15 $ 5490 $ 8190
• Passport and visa fees DD Deluxe Baclony 9,10,11,12,14 $ 5550 $ 8290
• Travel insurance
DC Deluxe Baclony 8,15,16 $ 5590 $ 8390
• Meals unless specified in the itinerary
• Sightseeing and general expenses unless specified in the itinerary DB Deluxe Baclony 9,10,11,12,14 $ 5690 $ 8490
• Additional travel arrangements not in the detailed itinerary. MC Mini Suite 15,16 $ 5990 $ 8990
These will be quoted for separately MB Mini Suite 10,11,12,14,15 $ 6090 $ 9190
Included port and handling charges
Extending: You can stay longer in New Zealand for minimal extra cost. and ship gratuities $ 580 $ 880
Please contact 1800 630 343 for more information. Included air taxes as at 1/12/2019 $ 50 $ 50
General information and booking conditions
International touring can involve a considerable amount of walking and stair-climbing in
the places visited and it is important that all tour participants have a level of physical fitness
that allows them to take part in this activity without the need of assistance from others.
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