Ensure you get to London Heathrow Airport three hours prior to departure where you will meet a member of staff from Living With The Lions who will assist you with check in for your international flight.
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| from £6995 – per person sharing (Single Supplement: £2295) |
TORU WHITE TOUR HOTELS
AUCKLAND – WALDORF HOTEL, 3* (4 nights from 22nd June)
Waldorf Tetra Apartments offer spacious apartment accommodation in the heart of Auckland CBD (Central Business District), just 50 m from the shops, entertainment and restaurants of Queen Street. Guests receive 1GB of free WiFi per day. All apartments at Tetra Waldorf offer kitchenettes and combined dining/lounge areas. Laundry facilities are provided and local telephone calls are free. Guests can work out at the on-site fitness centre. Waldorf Tetra Apartments are located less than 10 minutes’ walk from Auckland University, the Sky City and The Civic Theatre. It is 5 minutes’ drive from Auckland Domain and World War II Museum. Auckland Hospital is 8 minutes’ drive away.
LWTL Says: ‘A high standard of self catering apartments currently being refurbished (not all rooms). There is no bar or restaurant available and breakfast will be available at a cafe next door included as part of your package. The walk to the city centre would take between 15-20 minutes but bars and restaurants can be found within 10 minutes.’
WELLINGTON – BOULCOTT SUITES, 4* (3 nights from 26th June)
Centrally located off Boulcott Street this unique 5-star apartment hotel features stylish single level suites and self-contained executive townhouses. All accommodation features a balcony or patio and secure covered parking. Boulcott Suites Wellington are 10 minutes’ walk from the famous Te Papa Museum and Lambton Harbour. It is 15 minutes’ walk from Wellington Train Station. Wellington International Airport is a 15-minute drive away. All accommodation has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, laundry facilities and a dining area. Each lounge area offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player. The property can arrange dry cleaning and babysitting services. A safety deposit box and luggage storage facilities are available at the front desk.
LWTL Says: ‘A very high standard of self catering apartments in the center of Wellington. There is no bar or restaurant available and the walk into the city would take between 5-10 minutes where you will find a large selection of bars and restaurants.’
WELLINGTON – ASTELIA APARTMENT HOTEL, 4* (3 nights from 26th June)
This boutique apartment hotel is located in the shopping quarter of Willis Street, just a 5-minute walk from the centre of Wellington. Each apartment has a kitchenette, laundry facilities and satellite TV. Astelia Apartment Hotel is a 10-minute walk from the nightlife of Courtenay Place and the shopping and entertainment district of Cuba Street. Take a stroll along the waterfront or explore Te Papa Museum, just a 15-minute walk away. There are dining options available to charge to your room. All apartments offer in room laundry facilities and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. They have a private bathroom and a DVD/CD player. There is a kitchenette with a dishwasher, refrigerator, stove and microwave.
LWTL Says: ‘A very high standard of self catering apartments in the center of Wellington. There is no bar or restaurant available and the walk into the city would take between 5-10 minutes where you will find a large selection of bars and restaurants.’
CHRISTCHURCH – NOVOTEL HOTEL CHRISTCHURCH, 4* (3 nights from 29th June)
In the city centre, Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square is a 4.5 star, contemporary hotel, with city views in all rooms. It is walking distance from the Convention Centre and Hagley Park. There is a choice of modern rooms at the Novotel Christchurch, each spacious and stylish. All rooms feature wireless broadband access and LCD TVs. Some have a separate living space and work desk. Novotel’s restaurant is open throughout the day, serving New Zealand cuisine and excellent wines. There is also a fully equipped gym.
LWTL Says: ‘A modern hotel with a 24hr bar available. Only a short stroll away from Cathedral Square.’
QUEENSTOWN – HERITAGE HOTEL, 4* (3 nights from 4th July)
Boasting stunning views over Lake Wakatipu and Queenstown, this friendly hotel is located just outside the lively town centre. It features a heated indoor/outdoor swimming pool and an elegant restaurant. Guests enjoy 1GB of free WiFi per night. Heritage Queenstown offers modern, alpine-style accommodation in peaceful, scenic surroundings. In a typical mountain style, the buildings are made from centuries-old schist stone and cedar wood. The property is 20 minutes’ walk from the centre of Queenstown and a 10-minute drive from Shotover River. It is 13 minutes’ drive from Queenstown International Airport. Accommodation choices include hotel rooms, apartments and large open-plan studio suites. Fern Hill is a great choice for travellers interested in lakes, downhill skiing and scenery.
LWTL Says: ‘A great hotel with nice rooms on the edge of town and beside the lake. It has a big bar and restaurant but the indoor/outdoor pool and spa will also be popular!’
AUCKLAND – IBIS HOTEL AUCKLAND CENTRAL, 3* (3 nights from 7th July)
Centrally located in Auckland CBD (Central Business District), ibis budget Auckland Central offers modern accommodation with a kitchenette, en suite bathroom and a balcony. Situated just off Queen Street, ibis budget Auckland Central is within easy walking distance of most city centre attractions. Auckland’s Sky Tower is only 200 m away, while Viaduct Harbour is 600 m away. All guest rooms are decorated in a modern style with a fridge, microwave and cooking facilities. Some rooms enjoy great views over Auckland city from the private balcony. Ibis Auckland Central offers easy access to transport including local trains and buses.
LWTL Says: ‘The rooms are basic, clean and tidy. Very much what you would expect from an Ibis Hotel. The hotel does not have a bar or restaurant but couldn’t be any more central giving you a great selection of food and drink only a short walk away.’
MOUNT COOK OPTION – HERMITAGE HOTEL, 4* (2 nights from 2nd July)
Set in Mount Cook National Park, this modern lodge-style hotel is a 5-minute walk from Aoraki Mt Cook National Park Visitor Centre, and 3 km from Kea Point. Bright rooms have satellite TV, minifridges and Wi-Fi (fee), plus tea and coffeemaking facilities. Some rooms have balconies, and upgraded rooms add Nespresso machines and sofas. Separate A-frame chalets have kitchenettes and dining areas. Room service is offered. Amenities include an a la carte restaurant, a cozy lounge bar, and a laid-back buffet restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows. There’s also a cafe/bar with a terrace. Parking is free.
LWTL Says: ‘A must when making the journey from Christchurch to Queenstown. Mount Cook is the largest mountain in New Zealand and this hotel provides an unrivaled view. The rooms are of a high standard and the services available at this hotel are fantastic.’
BLENHEIM & MARLBOROUGH WINES OPTION
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WEDNESDAY 28th JUNE
Check out of your apartment and transfer to the Ferry Terminal. Take the early morning (8am) crossing across the Cook Straits to Picton on South Island. Board your waiting coach and travel through the renowned Marlborough region to the Brancott Wine Estate for lunch and a wine tasting. After lunch you will continue to the Witherhill winery for a visit and tasting of their Pinot and Sauvignon wines with the Chardonnay and Riesling grapes also on offer. Continue to Blenheim for your overnight accommodation at Chateau Marlborough on a B&B basis. Dinner this evening is included and has been booked at the nearby Raupo Cafe, a short walk from the hotel.
THURSDAY 29th JUNE
After breakfast check out of your hotel and rejoin your coach for the transfer to Kaikoura (approx 2 hours). On arrival there will be time for lunch (own expense) before boarding the boat for today’s Whale Watch Cruise. Later in the afternoon continue to Christchurch and to your hotel for 3 nights accommodation on a BB basis.
| from £225 – per person sharing (Single Supplement: £70) |
