November 2020 Mystery Trip Wednesday 4th November Folks have been pining for this one, what one you ask? You just might have to join us to find out; now I guarantee you will be surprised, informed and amazed by days end. We are excited to bring this trip to you, a first for No.8 and I am sure this will be a first for you too. You could call it a No.8 exclusive. We have limited seats due to the nature of today's program. Come dressed tidy casual, wear a smile, a warm jacket and bring with you an appetite for fun and of course food! P.S ladies if you have any blokes that are difficult to get along it would be well worthwhile to hogtie them and drag them along as they will love the day.
VIP MEMBER Price $205. Non Member Price: $ 292 Includes: Transport, Tour, Morning Tea and Lunch.
Tiritiri Matangi Island & Matakana's New Sculptureum Departure Friday 6th November DAY ONE Today we are venturing north to Whangaparaoa Peninsula one of New Zealand’s best kept secrets. We will stop along the way at iconic Pokeno Bacon for lunch. We shall then continue our drive through to Auckland's Award Winning Garden a wonderfully peaceful sanctuary in the heart of Auckland. Wander through the 5.5-acre awardwinning garden on the side of Mt Eden. We will take an hour or two to explore the many plant collections including perennials, vireyas, camellias, bromeliads and native plants. There's always something in bloom. Enjoy the waterfalls, rock formations, resident native birds and fabulous city and harbour views or perhaps just plonk yourself down on one of the many seats and enjoy the tranquillity We will then move on to our accommodation on the North Shore.
DAY TWO After picking up our picnic lunches we will travel onto Gulf Harbour to meet our big Catamaran for our cruise to Tiritiri Matangi Island with “360 Discovery”. Here we join a 1 ½ hour guided morning experience and learn about one of the worlds greatest conservation projects. View the exquisite bird life, natural surrounds, re-vegetation and history of Tiritiri Matangi. Your guide will highlight the best spots to see various wildlife on the island and will help you to identify birdcalls (try and beat our tally from our last trip of 16 species identified) which echo through the trees. Our guide will escort us to the visitor centre with its Informative exhibits. You are free to wander, look and listen as you make your way back to the vessel. A day on Tiritiri Matangi gets better every time we visit. Once back at our Motel we will freshen up then head out for dinner together.
DAY THREE This morning we will head to the ever-popular Matakana Village, home to fabulous shops providing visitors with a wide range of fashion, homewares, book, gift and health food shops, cafes and art gallery. We will enjoy morning tea and a wander around before heading to the Morris & James pottery to browse the myriad of colours and creations. The afternoon will be exciting, with a visit to the new Sculptureum, who’s gates have just opened. Inside there are hundreds of works on display in the Gardens and Galleries, all chosen to amuse, inspire and stimulate. A mix of colour, whimsy and wonder for. Returning to our motel we will then gather for dinner.
DAY FOUR Before we make our way home we will travel to Devonport, enjoying some sights along the way. Our first stop is Torpedo Bay here we take a guided tour of the great new Navy Museum. After our interesting and informative morning, we’ll enjoy a lunch at a cafe of your own choice in Devonport. Then we will get on the road for our short journey back home.
TAURANGA VIP MEMBER Price: $1350 Non Member Price: $1929 AUCKLAND VIP MEMBER Price: $1350 CHRISTCHURCH VIP MEMBER Price: $1550 $250 Deposit required on booking. Balance by 22nd September 2020
Single Supplement $300 Includes: Transport, Entries, Accom, Ferry, Tour, Applicable ChCh Flights, All Meals as Listed
The Sled Dogs – From Siberia to Central Plateau Wednesday 11th November Today we will zip down the line stopping along the way for morning tea we will then continue to the tranquil riverside venue of Orakei Korako for lunch. We will arrive early afternoon at Steve and Taniya Coxhead’s property owners of Timberline Kennels. This fun couple has been involved with sled dogs for 24 years and have the largest Siberian Husky Race Kennel in New Zealand. Their central plateau property has the ideal location for us to pursue our passion for running the dogs – with its cold winters and proximity to forest areas for training. We will hear about their vision in creating Timberline kennels as a ‘hands-on’ experience and insight into the world of the Siberian Husky and this purpose-bred sled dog. We will enjoy a live demonstration, Learn the history of the Siberian Husky and get up close with these amazing dogs. Tidy casual ware today folks.
VIP MEMBER Price: $190 Non Member Price: $271 Includes: Transport, Morning Tea, Lunch, Talk, Tour and Demonstration
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