No.8 Tours - New Zealand's Senior Travel Club 2018 - 2019

Issue 12

Welcome to the No.8 Tours VIP Members Travel Club A Personal Note Warmest greetings to current Club Members and warm welcome to all the New Travel Club Members.

If this is the first catalogue you have received we hope you find some exciting trips and new destinations to visit over the next twelve months, what a great way to grow your circle of friends and share experiences together. To current Members we’d just like to take the time to thank you all for your fantastic support and enthusiasm, it’s always a pleasure to have such positive spirited people surrounding you and It has been your 'spreading the word' that the membership continues to grow so rapidly.

You may have picked up from dialogue in the media recently, of the growing problem senior folk are having with loneliness. A symptom of a society becoming so busy with day to day tasks, earning a living.

We are losing our connections with one another. Isolation, not through geographical boundaries but from a diminishing amount of meaningful contact and quality time with friends and family Is a lonely space to be In. We think the travel club can play a small part in fighting loneliness. Through each of us promoting travel and outings we are helping people make new connections and providing a platform to reengage, have fun and enjoy life again. When you share your catalogue with people you never know what Impact and new lease of life you may give someone.

So, thank you once again, all of you who have supported us on our journey we appreciate your loyalty and passion for travel and new experiences and for sharing this special club to others. You make the difference.

Please find a couple of complimentary travel vouchers enclosed as a gesture of thanks from us all here at No.8 Tours – New Zealand’s Senior Travel Club.

With love and good wishes from the No.8 Team.

Andy, Sarah, Harry, Gretchen, Keith, Franz & Alberto Issue 12 - It’s time to celebrate No8 Tours 10th Birthday!

It's only getting better for the year ahead in 2018-19 Tour Schedule 12 with a fantastic variety of tours to suit each individual member’s needs.

All the tours we have selected for this year have been done with the greatest intent of introducing Club Members to new, creative and Inspiring destinations. We will be meeting interesting people willing to share their stories, homes and businesses with you. We have been delving into the heart of the country finding fascinating locations and hidden gems. We also have included all the popular original tours giving Club Members the opportunity to revisit tours they may have missed in previous years.

The next 12 months will see us discover some wonderful people, doing things in some breathtaking places and we hope to be experiencing it all with you.

Exciting New Changes for 2018 - 2019 New Website: Our website will be released later this year in 2018, packed full of useful features including online bookings and payments and providing a better mobile and tablet experience for those techy Individuals.

New Receipting and Invoicing System: Creating a paperless copy for those who have emails, helping the environment long-term, reduction in postage costs and Gretchen writers cramp from hand writing receipts.

Tour Codes: You will find the catalogue now lists a specific Tour Code for each tour, please quote this as your reference phoning or making an Internet payment.

More Shows: No8 Tours will continue taking you to popular Shows and Concerts that are advertised to the public. We are also excited at introducing some private performances in unique locations with local talent; these are still in the development stages but will advertised after we have printed the catalogue. We'll advertise these via emailed newsletter first and then in the SUN newspaper (ad 'Run on Section).

No.8 Team, L to R: Frans, Keith, Gretchen, Alberto, Sarah and Andy (Absent: Harry)

New Staff Members: We excited and happy to formally introduce our two fresh staff members, that will help to make your No8 Tours experience a positive rewarding one. You may have been away with Frans Taris our new Tour Guide and possibly have spoken to Alberto Useglio our New Operations Manager bringing with him his Italian flare for detail. We are very fortunate to have both talented Individuals onboard and are excited about what they bring to the team.

Vouchers If your family are scratching their head wondering what to buy you for your Birthday or Christmas. Let them know we have travel vouchers of any denomination available. They can phone or email us, and we can customise them as required.

Pick Ups (Day trips only) Still door to door, however in some cases, if it is suitable we may need to meet you at a pick-up point along the way, this will be dependent on your location and your ability to get there.

Overnight Trips All Transport, Air Fares and Accommodation are included Pickups from your home as usual this applies for all around the wider Tauranga Area, this being from Waihi Township through to TePuke.

We reserve the right to use our discretion on a case by case basis for the Free pick up service outside of this region. We are more than happy to offer the Door to Door pick up service to you if you are out of this region, however there may be a small fee for this.

Benefits to being a No.8 VIP Member When you book a No.8 Tour you will receive benefits. By booking directly with No.8 Tours you will receive up to a whopping 30% discount than if you were through a travel agent. Keep your eye out for developments in this space over the next 12 months. We have some new initiatives that will provide additional benefits to be a VIP Member.

Internet Gurus The Tour Issue 12 will be listed on www.no8tours.co.nz in the next couple of weeks.

Facebook – www.facebook.com/no8tours – we list a lot of photos from our trips on here, please let your family know if you do not use this yourself, they would love to see photos of you out and about.

Solo Travellers Due to the Single Supplement, travelling as a single can sometimes prove to be more than the budget allows. Why not take a couple of day trips to meet other single travelers also wanting to Twin share, this could be the perfect opportunity to meet a travel buddy?

Please note No.8 Tours – New Zealand’s Senior Travel club does not add on any additional charges or cost, to the Single Supplement price but passes on the additional cost charged by the accommodation providers for single occupancy as a Single Supplement payment.

Airpoints™ A reminder, the opportunity to earn Air New Zealand Airpoints™ on all our tours that include flights with Air New Zealand. Please let us know you’re Airpoints™ number and please bring you’re Airpoints™ card with you on any tours booked with flights.

Contents August 2018

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September 2018

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October 2018

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November 2018

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December 2018

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Calendar Travel Planner, Aug to Dec 2018

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Calendar Travel Planner, Jan to June 2019

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January 2019

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February 2019

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March 2019

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April 2019

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April - May 2019

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May 2019

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June 2019

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Terms and Conditions

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Tours Key: Breakfast Morning Tea Lunch Afternoon Tea Dinner In some tours we have not included cost for dinners, this allows you to work around your own budgets and appetites. When dinners haven't been included we'll also always dine as a group together, this gives us a great opportunity to socialise.

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Mystery Trip Wednesday 15th August This trip is certainly for anyone considered a Curious George. A group of friends started this ‘mysterious destination’ with the goal of being truly world class. Now that this dream has been confirmed by winning numerous awards, Its our turn to play the judge. Come and enjoy a lovely day out, morning tea, lunch and a little extra indulgence included.

TOUR CODE: NMY-AUG VIP MEMBER PRICE: $182. Non Member Price: $260 Includes: Transport, Talk, Tour and Meals as listed.

Irish Celtic – Spirit of Ireland

Both shows SOLD OUT! Saturday 18th August – The Civic, Auckland 2.30pm Sunday 19th August – The Civic, Auckland 1.00pm A thrilling Irish dance show is set to get feet tapping in Auckland, when IRISH CELTIC makes its debut in August. Direct from a highly successful tour of France and Germany, IRISH CELTIC features the finest performers from the top Irish dance companies, who show their incredible talent and their infectious love for dance in a thrilling evening of high energy dance and explosive rhythms.

TOUR CODE: NSH-IRISH1 and NSH-IRISH2 VIP MEMBER PRICE: $225. Non Member Price: $321.42 Ticket Type: A-Reserve Seating, Stalls.

Includes: Door to Door pickups, Ticket, Transport to and from Venue and A-Reserve Seats.

Chicago

Both shows SOLD OUT! Saturday 25th August – The Civic, Auckland 2.30pm Sunday 26th August – The Civic, Auckland 1.00pm

August 2018 A Sea Of Colour Wednesday 8th August If you love colour, love flowers, love No.8 Ingenuity, join us today and see how Geothermal energy is being harnessed, then used to grow thousands of gerbera flowers each week in the computer controlled glasshouse operation of PlentyFlora. Harald and Connie Esendam set up the business in 2002 (with a lot of help from friends) and sold their first flowers at the roadside at Christmas in 2002.The success of Harald and Connie Esendam’s PlentyFlora operation relies on a sustainable, affordable supply of heat for the 2,688 square metres of glasshouses that produce (during the summer months) up to 16,000 blooms each week!! PlentyFlora produce both standard and mini gerberas, and produce 100g bags of petals as biodegradable confetti. We will be stopping for morning tea and lunch at a lovely restaurant.

TOUR CODE: ND-FLOR VIP MEMBER PRICE: $172. Non Member Price: $245.71 Includes: Transport, Talk and Tour and Meal as listed.

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Chicago has everything that makes Broadway and the West End great – a universal tale of fame, fortune and all that jazz; one showstopping song after another, including Razzle Dazzle, Cell Block Tango and All That Jazz; the sexiest, most sensational dancing; and a sharply sophisticated set which incorporates the 11-piece orchestra. Chicago is a stunning spectacle full of social satire, intrigue, love, betrayal, rivalry and friendship, a pageant of music and dance that adroitly shifts between reality and fantasy, as Roxie Hart’s world moves from prison to the courtroom to the stage.

TOUR CODE: NSH-CHIG1 and NSH-CHIG2 VIP MEMBER PRICE: $238. Non Member Price: $340 Ticket Type: A-Reserve Seating, Stalls.

Includes: Door to Door pickups, Ticket, Transport to and from Venue and A-Reserve Seats.

September 2018 Tranz-Alpine Express and Wild West Coast Discovery First trip SOLD OUT, 3rd - 6th September.

LIMITED SEATS! Get in quick for this second trip!...

Monday 10th September DAY ONE Departing from Tauranga we fly to Christchurch. After we have settled into our accommodation we will be picked up for a tour of the Rebuild Zone, The Ingenious Cardboard Cathedral and outer districts of Christchurch taking in the devastation and viewing the emergence of the exciting new city centre. Once we have returned to the Hotel we will enjoy some free time after which we will meet for dinner at the onsite Restaurant.

Tuesday 11th September DAY TWO A short journey to the Rail Station. We depart for the mountain vistas of the Southern Alps on the modernised Tranz Alpine Train. Sit back in luxury and travel through the Torlese Range, across the Waimakariri River, Arthur’s Pass, Taramakau River, Lake Brunner, Arnold River, the Grey River and arrive on the West Coast at Greymouth. Train facilities include, café carriage, luxury seating, informative commentary, outdoor viewing carriage and spacious modern toilets. We will be met at the station by our West Coast Guide. Then on to the famous Monteith Brewery for lunch. Recently opened, this is a fantastic place to learn more about the iconic Kiwi Company. After our short Tour and Tasting we travel up the Grey Valley through Dobson and Wallsend passing the Brunner Mine site. If time allows we will take a walk across the bridge and explore the buildings and Coke ovens.

Crossing back over the bridge we continue onto our accommodation, the Punakaiki Resort a stunning complex located at Punakaiki Beach and 300 meters from the famous Pancake Rocks and Blowholes. Once checked in we will meet in the onsite seaside restaurant ‘Jacobs Grill’.

Wednesday 12th September DAY THREE This morning we take a short walk around the amazing Pancake Rocks then travel up the spectacular coast road to Tauranga Bay. This road is rated as one of the world’s most scenic coastal drives. At Cape Foul Wind and Tauranga Bay we will visit the Seal Colony and local Weka hangout and then continue to Westport for lunch. We climb to the summit of the Denniston Plateau the location of the infamous 1880’s Denniston Mine. The old coal transport road travels high above the dramatic Waimangaroa Gorge. Here we will learn of those that lived and worked in the windswept bleakness of Denniston`s infamous mountain plateau and was the basis for Jenny Patrick’s book Denniston Rose. From here we travel back to Westport and have a guided tour around the award-winning Coal Town Museum, before heading back to our accommodation and enjoying a lovely buffet dinner.

Thursday 13th September DAY FOUR This morning we track the scenic Buller River to Murchison travelling through the mountain beech forests of the Brunner Range and Kahurangi National Park. On our way we will stop at Murchison for lunch then continue our journey up the Hope River, through the Hope Saddle and down into the Wai-iti Valley to Nelson where we’ll catch our flight back home.

TOUR CODE: SO-TRANZ2 VIP MEMBER PRICE: $2250. Non Member Price: $3214 $250 Deposit required on booking. Balance of $2000 by 25th of July 2018.

Single Supplement $205. Includes: Door to Door pickups, Flights, Transport, Train, Accommodation, All Tours and Meals as listed.

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Hidden Gems in our Hills, The Waihi Academy Wednesday 5th September Today is a day of discovery we will be visiting an amazing and unique property. With its locked gates, it looks like the Obama’s White House in Waihi Hills instead of Washington. Join us for a tour of the Waihi Academy of Studies, a $45 million Taiwanese-funded complex on more than 50ha of farmland; let’s take an exclusive guided tour of this magnificent property where we’ll enjoy morning tea with wonderful host. After our amazing morning, we will make our way to the lovely seaside Flat White Restaurant for a delicious yummy meal we’ll take our time to sit and relax and enjoy the ambience of this pretty venue.

TOUR CODE: ND-WAIHI VIP MEMBER PRICE: $185. Non Member Price: $264.29 Includes: Transport, Talk, Tour and Meals as listed.

Mystery Trip Wednesday 12th September This time of the year spring should be springing and the country side alive with freshly emerging buds and bulbs. Today come along and be part of an unforgettable encounter with a story, the biggest boomerang in history and a people. There will be captivating story tellers and digital technology combining to leave a warm and lasting impression on you.

TOUR CODE: NMY-SEPT VIP MEMBER PRICE: $190. Non Member Price: $271.43 Includes: Transport, Talk, Tour and Meals as listed.

A Rare Southern Rail Journey

“We take the hassle out of travel.”

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First trip SOLD OUT, 14th - 22nd September.

LIMITED SEATS! Get in quick for this second trip!...

9 Days – 8 Nights. Departing from Christchurch on the iconic Luxury Silverfern Railcar. As well as two nights in Christchurch, this nine-day tour stops in Dunedin for three nights, Invercargill for two nights and has a one-night stopover in historic Oamaru.

Friday 21st September DAY ONE Packed up, picked up and full of excitement for the great Southern Rail journey through Canterbury, Otago and Southland we will board our plane and fly to Christchurch, checking in for the evening at our hotel then meeting for a social get together before dinner.

Saturday 22nd September DAY TWO Welcome aboard this morning as we pull out of Addington Station in Christchurch. We will also do pick ups along the way as we head south. Enjoy the ambiance and the scenery as we travel south in style aboard the Silverfern Railcar. Sit back and relax as we pass through towns that you may have only seen by road before. You are welcome to bring your own lunch with you today or you can purchase food when we stop for lunch in Timaru. We’ll arrive into Dunedin in the early evening transferring to our hotel the Scenic Southern Cross by coach. Enjoy dinner this evening at the Southern Cross and get to know you’re travelling companions.

Sunday 23rd September DAY THREE After your buffet breakfast at the hotel this morning we have a day trip organised for those wishing to explore the Otago Peninsula which will include visits to the world-famous Albatross Colony at Taiaroa Head and the stately and beautiful Larnach Castle. Lunch is included

at the Castle. Your day will also include a city tour. Enjoy your evening at leisure or join us for an optional visit to Speights Brewery for a heritage brewery tour and dinner.

Monday 24th September DAY FOUR Enjoy your breakfast this morning and take some time to enjoy some of what Dunedin has to offer before travelling to the muchphotographed Dunedin Railway Station at midday to board the magnificent Taieri Gorge train to Pukerangi. Enjoy the spectacular scenery and on-board lunch on this four- hour return train trip as it travels up the picturesque Taieri Gorge. This evening we meet for a social drink and evening meal together.

Tuesday 25th September DAY FIVE Following breakfast at the hotel this morning we’ll transfer you back to the station to board the Silverfern as we make our way further south to Invercargill. We’ll have a packed lunch along the way and arrive into Invercargill in the early afternoon. Buses will drop you from the station to the impressive Richardson’s Transport Museum.

Take your time to stroll through the displays. There is time to relax in the café before we take you to the Kelvin Hotel which will be your accommodation for the next two nights. Enjoy a buffet dinner this evening with your fellow travelers at the hotel.

Wednesday 26th September DAY SIX Enjoy an early buffet breakfast this morning before travelling by coach to Bluff, the southern-most point of mainland New Zealand.

From here we will travel by modern catamaran to the beautiful and wild Stewart Island. We’ll start with a village and bays coach tour before cruising to Paterson Inlet at the protected Ulva Island. On the island you’ll be entranced by the local wildlife as you enjoy the guided walk through the native forest. A boxed lunch is included. Our time on Stewart Island will finish with the return catamaran trip back to Bluff.

The Silverfern will be waiting to transport us back to Invercargill for the coach transfer to the hotel. Enjoy an evening at leisure.

Thursday 27th September DAY SEVEN Following breakfast say goodbye to the deep south as we return north journeying towards Oamaru. Allan our Train Manager is from Gore and I’m sure he’ll entertain you with a story or two! lunch will be provided on route to Oamaru. After lunch we’ll continue north arriving into Oamaru in the early evening. Our train will stop at your accommodation for a quick check in and change before travelling by coach to the home of the Little Blue Penguins. Watch them march back up the beach as they return from a day’s fishing at sea. Following this enjoy dinner with your fellow travelers at the Portside Restaurant before transferring back to your accommodation.

Friday 28th September DAY EIGHT Enjoy breakfast this morning on our last rail day together. We’ll depart from the hotel to board the Silverfern for the final leg of our journey north. We’ll stop for lunch in Timaru and arrive into Christchurch early afternoon.

Saturday 29th September DAY NINE This morning we pack up and make our way to the airport before flying home.

TOUR CODE: SO-STHRAIL2 VIP MEMBER PRICE: $4396. Non Member Price: $6280 $500 Deposit required on booking. $500 Second instalment by 15th of June 2018. Balance of $3396 by 1st of August 2018.

Single Supplement $499. Includes: Door to Door pickups, Flights, Transport, Accommodation, All entries, All Tours and Meals as listed.

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October 2018 World of Wearable Arts Show.

Now Including Tongariro Lodge, Orlando Country, Cross Hill Gardens, Government House and Exclusive Pencarrow Lodge Thursday 4th October DAY ONE Off to an early start WOW here we come, meandering our way down country, spring will be well underway as we journey to our Capital City Wellington where all the action for one of NZ’s premiere events will be taking place. Our travel will be broken up with comfort stops along the way and morning tea at the fives star riverside Tongariro Lodge. We then continue south arriving in time for a grand lunch at The Lake House – Orlando Country. From here we’ll make our way to our accommodation, right in the heart of Wellington arriving in time for an afternoon stroll before a delicious meal at the onsite Restaurant.

Friday 5th October DAY TWO After our big day of travelling today will be a little more leisurely. We won’t just leave you to fend for yourselves, we have a fantastic day of experiences ahead. This morning the bus will gather everyone up and we take the short Journey to Government House enjoying a guided tour exploring this beautiful grand home of the new Governor General. We will stop briefly for morning tea then take the scenic drive along the rugged east coast of the Wellington harbour through Eastbourne and continue onto the beautiful and exclusive Pencarrow Lodge, located at Baring Head. Pencarrow Lodge is situated at the entrance to the Wellington Harbour. Rural, coastal and remote, one amazing property with lakes, river, sea, native bush and the most expansive views. We will enjoy a wonderful lunch, a glass of wine and views seldom seen by the public as well as the colourful story of the property and its owners. Following our time at Pencarrow Lodge we will then make our way back to our hotel for a social drink before dinner in the onsite restaurant.

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Saturday 6th October DAY THREE After breakfast you can take a scenic drive up Mount Victoria and the southern Wellington coastline of Owhiro and Lyall Bays. Or perhaps take some time away from the group to do what you wish, shopping or perhaps explore Te Papa and National War Museum exhibitions.

We then make our way back to the hotel to freshen up and get ready for the main event the Matinee Show at 2pm for what is a ‘Spectacular Vision’ The World of Wearable Arts. After an exciting and inspiring afternoon of entertainment we will make our back to our Hotel where we’ll have our evening meal and reflect over our fabulous day.

Sunday 7th October DAY FOUR Today we will make our way back up the island stopping at Cross Hills Gardens for lunch and walk around. Recognised as one of the world’s finest collections of Rhododendrons and Azalea. Our visit is timed to coincide with the peak flowering period of this major gardening attraction. We then continue towards home. With comfort stops along the way.

TOUR CODE: NM-WOWPZ VIP MEMBER PRICE: $1495. Non Member Price: $2136.

3 Star Accommodation.

Single Supplement $310 (Limited), Bay Plaza Hotel. $300 Deposit required on booking. $650 Second instalment by 15th of June 2018. Balance of $545 by 1st of August 2018.

TOUR CODE: NM-WOWIB VIP MEMBER PRICE: $1595. Non Member Price: $2279.

4 Star Accommodation.

Single Supplement $410 (Limited), IBIS Hotel. $300 Deposit required on booking. $650 Second instalment by 15th of June 2018. Balance of $645 by 1st of August 2018.

Includes: Door to Door pickups, Transport, All entries,

Premium Seating and Colour Program, Tickets and Most Meals as listed.

A Forgotten World Adventure – Rail Carting

Exclusive Access onto Mystic Mokoia Island

Tuesday 9th October DAY ONE

Friday 12th October

Join us as we meander our way down to Taumarunui for our Forgotten World Adventure Tour. We’ll pass through Putaruru stopping for morning tea, then continuing onto Taupo for Lunch.

From here we’ll make our way around pristine Lake Taupo and then to the thriving metropolis of Taumarunui right in the heart of the King Country where we will stay for our accommodation over the next few days.

We mostly know this Island from the romantic love story of Hinemoa, but if land could talk, what a story it would have to tell (you'll have to settle for a tour guide). There is much, much more to this Icon.

From its inception thousands of years ago, Mokoia Island has had a colourful history. Lusted after for its location or attacked in retaliation for wrongdoings, many battles have taken place on the island with much blood shed over the years. In fact, one of the large rock formations bears testament to this with scarring from bullets used for executions. Seize the opportunity with us and gain permitted access onto this mystic mountain in the middle of arguably, our most famous lake. Stopping along the way for morning tea and lunch.

Wednesday 10th October DAY TWO Today we will rail cart from Taumarunui to Whangamomona enjoying the day on the rails and completing the Twenty Tunnel East Tour.

The rail carts await you at the old Taumarunui Station ready for your journey down the line to the Republic of Whangamomona to be met by the shuttle back to our accommodation. The Stratford-Okahukura railway line is rich in history, enterprise and tenacity. The history of this iconic railway captures the spirit of the people who opened up New Zealand’s remotest areas. The carts are self-driven very easy, as there is a brake and a go pedal; of course, no steering is involved.

All the tours have a guide cart in the front that is with the group the full trip. Each cart has a guide book with points of interest marked for each station. The guide stops the group to give informative talks along the way.

TOUR CODE: ND-MOKOIA VIP MEMBER PRICE: $195. Non Member Price: $278.57 Includes: Transport, Cruise, Tour and Meal as listed.

Thursday 11th October DAY THREE After a nice breakfast, we’ll make our way back to Tauranga we will take a different route this time through to Pureroa Forest, Lake Whakamaru, Mangakino and Tokoroa stopping for morning tea and lunch along the way.

TOUR CODE: NM-RAILCART VIP MEMBER PRICE: $1110. Non Member Price: $1586 $250 Deposit required on booking. Balance of $860 by 9th of September 2018.

Single Supplement $100. Includes: Door to Door pickups, Transport, Accommodation 20, 20 Tunnel Forgotten Rail Carts Adventure and Meals as listed.

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Whanganui River and Heritage Homes

The Southern Circuit and Westland Mountain Country

Monday 15th October DAY ONE

Tuesday 23rd October DAY ONE

Today we will be heading down the line to Whanganui a wonderful heritage town of New Zealand, we’ll journey through the central plateau stopping for morning tea and lunch along the way there’s no rush so we’ll take our time and enjoy the scenery.

This morning we fly high above the Southern Alps all the way to the deep south, landing at Queenstown Airport nestled amongst the snow-capped mountains. From here we will take the scenic lakeside drive through the hustle and bustle of Queenstown, along the edge of Lake Wakatipu to Glenorchy Village. Along the way, we will enjoy the 10min Beech Forest Walk to Bob’s Cove and a photo stop at Bennett’s Bluff. Whilst at Glenorchy we will walk the jetty and nearby Wetlands Board Walk, we will also take a drive down Paradise Valley.

On our return to Queenstown we will check into our hotel and enjoy a lovely meal at the onsite restaurant.

Tuesday 16th October DAY TWO This morning will be spent cruising the Whanganui River in the faithfully restored heritage vessel the M.V. Wairua. The Motor Vessel Wairua has a unique form of propulsion that is known as tunnel drive or raised propeller boat. This enabled the Motor Vessel Wairua to work in very shallow water. This is one of the original passenger vessels on the Whanganui River. We’ll stop along the way for a yummy lunch at a local café in Upokongaro, after this we will make our way back to the thriving metropolis of Whanganui. To end the day, we’ll take the opportunity to view Pretty Virginia Park and then head back to our Hotel.

Wednesday 17th October DAY THREE For our tour of Whanganui, we’ll be looking at some of the iconic and historic homes of the region with our local tour guide John Vickers.

John is a fifth-generation New Zealander with a lifetime interest in New Zealand Heritage. The homesteads are from the 1870 - 1915 period and are fine examples of their type nestled in beautiful settings. We’ll enjoy a catered lunch along the way. This will be an informative inspiring day out.

Wednesday 24th October DAY TWO With our cooked breakfast energising us for the day we set sail. A scenic drive up onto the alpine landscape of Coronet Peak offers superb views. We spend the rest of our morning exploring the magical Arrowtown streets and historic Chinese gold mining camps. Have lunch at a café of your fancy. After lunch, we will continue on through the tussock clad mountains, stopping in at the Historic Cardrona Hotel before arriving at Lake Wanaka and our accommodation. Time permitting a drive around to view some of the many new building developments taking shape. There will be plenty to discuss as we gather for a social evening and dinner.

Thursday 25th October DAY THREE

Today heading home via the Whanganui River Road, we are joined by a new guide with an extensive knowledge of the river and the history it is steeped in. Our stops will include Aramoana, Koriniti. A stop at Jerusalem for lunch and tour of the church will be a highlight. From here we’ll travel to Pipiriki, following onto Raetihi, then heading into National Park for our last nights’ Accommodation.

By now we will be getting quite used to these cooked breakfasts.

Today we plan to take our morning tea with us and travel up the famous Matukituki Valley. Spectacular mountain and lake vistas are at every turn as we make our way to Raspberry Flat, our turnaround point. Lunch will be taken at a café of your own choosing on our return to Wanaka. Time for a stroll around the lovely shops before we meet again and travel to Puzzling World, where as a group we can come away totally discombobulated. After a lot of fun, it will be time for us to head back to our accommodation.

Friday 19th October DAY FIVE

Friday 26th October DAY FOUR

Today we will be making our way back to Tauranga stopping for lunch along the way.

This morning, pointing the compass west we head back into the mountains. Driving alongside the many spectacular kilometres of Lakes Hawea and Wanaka to arrive at Makarora Tourist Centre, a great place for a cuppa and very informative stop covering this aweinspiring landscape. After lunch, we continue up the Makarora Valley to Haast, passing along and over famous rivers Makarora, Haast and Landsborough. As an option we will enjoy some lovely 5 minute short walks, through beech forest (please note they are optional). These short walks will visit the Fantail and Thunder Falls along the way as we drive our way to the West Coast. Arriving at Haast we will book into our accommodation. Before dinner we meet once again around the crackling fire to relive the highlights from the day.

Thursday 18th October DAY FOUR

TOUR CODE: NM-WHANG VIP MEMBER PRICE: $1650. Non Member Price: $2357 $250 Deposit required on booking. Balance of $1400 by 7th of September 2018.

Single Supplement $265. Includes: Door to Door pickups, Transport, Accommodation, All Tours and Meals as listed.

Saturday 27th October DAY FIVE Sleeping in a little longer today. We have a little of South Westland to explore. The plan will be hatched over breakfast and at a civilised time we will depart for our destination of Jackson Bay and a date with the ‘Best Fish ‘N’ Chips’ in the South Island. This rugged coastline, which is covered in driftwood, lined with flaxy swamps and backed up against rain forest clad mountains certainly makes for a marvellous setting and lives up to the name of the ‘Wild West Coast’. After a bit of beach combing and lunch, we will be qualified to post judgement on Jackson Bay’s iconic cuisine. We will then head back to Haast paying a visit to the Department of Conservation Visitor Centre before returning to our hotel for the evening.

Sunday 28th October DAY SIX Today we start our journey up the West Coast, stopping in at Ship Creek Lookout, taking a lovely short walk through wetlands, moving

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onto Knights Point and then to the shores of the inky black waters of Lake Paringa. We will enjoy lunch at South Westland Salmon and Café nestled up against podocarp forest and offering great views off the deck across the salmon ponds and mountains in the distance. After lunch, we travel onto Fox Glacier Village, with a drive-up Glacier View Road, for a peak of the Fox Glacier. Time permitting, we will travel to the Fox Glacier carpark, and for those wanting a little exercise they can take the walk to the base lookout. We will then book into our lodgings for the evening and enjoy another lovely meal together.

Wednesday 31st October DAY NINE After breakfast, we will make our way to the Airport and catch our flight home, say our farewells and be delivered home, another adventure complete and lots of new experiences to share with friends and family.

TOUR CODE: SO-SSMC1 VIP MEMBER PRICE: $3720. Non Member Price: $5314

Monday 29th October DAY SEVEN

$500 Deposit required on booking. Balance of $3220 by 19th of September 2018.

Hokitika is the destination today but first we stop in Whataroa, where we will take a tour to the only known nesting site for White Herons in New Zealand. Situated along the banks of the Waitangiroto River. It’s thought the first White Herons were windblown across the Tasman Sea from Australia and why the White Herons have only one nesting site or why in this location, remains a mystery of nature. We will experience the untouched beauty of the prehistoric Kahikatea Rainforest and the natural Flora in one of our country’s special places.

Lunch will be at the famous Puke Pub and Bushmans Centre... Possum Pie anyone? Our afternoon will see us visiting the new Treetop Walk.

A safe, exhilarating treetop adventure among temperate rainforest giants. Life with the birds, high in the ancient Rimu and Kamahi tree canopy. Easy access for all to enjoy along a steel platform 20 metres high and over 450 metres long. We will enjoy a leisurely 45 minute to one hour stroll through the beautiful rainforest tree tops. Walk complete we travel through to Hokitika for the night.

pickups, Flights, Transport, Accommodation, All Tours and Meals as listed.

Tuesday 30th October DAY EIGHT This morning will see us travelling to the wonderful Hokitika Gorge, a fine example of nature’s power in water. We will then make our way by road back to the East Coast traversing the Southern Alps mountain road up and over Arthur’s Pass, stopping for lunch in the pass. We will wind our way back down to the green flat plains of Canterbury and on to our hotel in Christchurch. Tonight, our last night together, we will meet before dinner and relive the great few days away and celebrate the new friendships formed.

Single Supplement $875. Includes: Door to Door

Mystery Trip Tuesday 30th October Ladies and gents, forget ‘Fancy Friday’ its ‘Snazzy Tuesday’ our mystery trip will take you to a wonderful spot. Known for its witnessing of many public announcements and love matches, our Mystery destination will surprise as well as enchant you. The colour and floral flare will entertain you. A great lunch in a magnificent setting I can tell you that much, the rest will be unravelled throughout the day. This is a first time visit for the club and were excited. See you there!

TOUR CODE: NMY-OCT VIP MEMBER PRICE: $195. Non Member Price: $278.57 Includes: Transport, Talk and Meals as listed.

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November 2018 Taranaki Rhododendron and Garden Festival

Huka Prawn Park and NZ's Duck Decoy Museum

Thursday 1st November DAY ONE

Wednesday 7th November

Departing at 8.30am we begin our journey by travelling to Pio Pio stopping along the route for morning tea. Then on to a beautiful and modern country home for lunch. A sunny day provides fantastic views across to snowy capped mountains of National Park. Here we will be hosted by a fantastic couple Bob and Sandy Dawson on their lovely King Country farm. We will enjoy their company and hear how they have developed a great business based around trekking with Llamas.

These versatile South American animals carry packs for visitors on long walks through the hill country of the property. Early afternoon sees us continuing through to our accommodation in New Plymouth.

We check in relax and later gather for a drink and buffet dinner.

“But, he thought, I keep them with precision. Only I have no luck anymore.

But who knows? Maybe today. Every day is a new day. It is better to be lucky. But I would rather be exact. Then when luck comes you are ready.”

– Ernest Hemingway, The Old Man and the Sea. Prepare yourselves folks a great day lies ahead and an epic battle with a wily foe, a monster from the deep, the mighty Fresh Water Prawn!!

Come along for a lot of laughs I'm sure, visiting the iconic Huka Prawn Park. We will try our luck with these armoured aquatic giants and enjoy an insightful tour of this successful aquiculture venture which harnesses the geothermal waters of its surrounds. The afternoon will have us visiting local character Tim Birdsall who is creating NZ's only Duck Decoy and Caller Museum, prepare for some great stories. We will then head home.

Please note we will be a little later home tonight.

Friday 2nd November DAY TWO* After breakfast, we depart our Hotel and start enjoying this wonderful selection of gardens in full bloom, but first we Depart Hotel and head to Batemans Bakery to buy some lunch for later in the day. Today we discover 6 gardens: **Various gardens still to be named**. We then return to the Devon Hotel for a social get together and buffet dinner.

Saturday 3rd November DAY THREE* Depart Hotel and head to Batemans Bakery to buy some lunch for later in the day. We have 6 stunning gardens to explore today: **Various gardens still to be named**. We then return to the Devon Hotel for a social get together and buffet dinner.

Sunday 4th November DAY FOUR Time to make our way home, but not before visiting the brand-new Len Lye Centre, what an amazing building this is. Len Lye’s work contained inside, may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but will astonish you. After morning tea, we will set sail for home stopping briefly at the Len Lye Bridge for a group picture then onto Mokai and a fresh Whitebait fritter.

TOUR CODE: NM-RHODO VIP MEMBER PRICE: $1325. Non Member Price: $1893 $250 Deposit required on booking. Balance of $1075 by 29th of September 2018.

Single Supplement $215. Includes: Door to Door pickups,

Transport, Accommodation, All entries, Tours and Meals as listed. * Money needed for Morning Tea and Lunch on Day Two and Three.

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TOUR CODE: ND-HUKAP VIP MEMBER PRICE: $205. Non Member Price: $292.86 Includes: Transport, Taxidermist for your mighty Prawn, All entries and Meal as listed.

Northern Coromandel Secluded Secrets Saturday 10th November DAY ONE Join us today as we make our way to Northern Coromandel, we’ll meander our way through to Thames and onto Coromandel Township. From here let’s continue north to Port Charles to our accommodation at Tangiaro Kiwi Retreat. Tonight, we’ll enjoy dinner at the onsite restaurant.

Sunday 11th November DAY TWO Today we’ll take the time to explore this less populated area and discover some of the wonderful natural vistas that are unique to Coromandel.We’ll enjoy morning tea and lunches along the way.

Highlights will include Port Jackson, Fletcher Bay, Port Charles, Stoney and Carey Bays. This evening we’ll dine at the Retreat.

Monday 12th November DAY THREE This morning we’ll farewell Port Charles and make our way through into Coromandel Township. We’ll take some time to explore of this quirky small town and visit Driving Creek Railway taking the 1-hour train trip through native kauri forest. The rail line includes 2 spirals, 3 short tunnels, 5 reversing points and several large viaducts as it climbs up to the mountain-top terminus, called the Eyeful Tower. We then make our way over to the East Coast to Tairua tonight we will be staying at ‘The Pacific Lodge ‘which over summer is one of NZ’s most popular holiday hot spot.

Tuesday 13th November DAY FOUR Sadly, we have come to our final day, however we are in for a real treat on the way home today. Situated in the Puketui Valley in 2015 Gus and Sarah Anning-Rowe built a ‘global model’ earth ship in New Zealand, in the space of less than one year – an amazing achievement.

We’ll get the opportunity to view this unique property and have a catered lunch with time for questions. We will then continue our way homeward bound full of inspiration and interesting tales to share.

TOUR CODE: NM-CORO VIP MEMBER PRICE: $1600. Non Member Price: $2286 $250 Deposit required on booking. Balance of $1350 by 5th of October 2018.

Single Supplement $355. Includes: Door to Door

pickups, Transport, Accommodation, All Tours and Meals as listed.

Tauranga Tall Ship Sailing – The Spirit of New Zealand Wednesday 14th November As a child did you ever imagine yourself as the famous Black Beard or perhaps Anne Bonny... Today we have an exciting opportunity to enjoy a day cruise on one of New Zealand’s only ‘Tall Ships’, The Spirit of New Zealand. The three-masted barquentine Spirit of New Zealand has a mission to empower young New Zealanders to reach their full potential through the challenge of the sea. To empower young New Zealanders to reach their full potential through the challenge of the sea. Whilst the ship is in between youth sailings it does open to a limited number of public sailings. We are lucky that she will be arriving in Tauranga and we have been able to acquire a limited number of seats to go with her. Get in quick for this one. Please note after we return to the wharf we will head to a lunch destination before heading home.

TOUR CODE: ND-SPIRIT VIP MEMBER PRICE: $195. Non Member Price: $279 Includes: Transport, Cruise and Meal as listed.

Mystery Trip Friday 16th November Come with us today as we view ‘scented pathways’ to a spot X mysterious. Offering great vistas for morning tea but dont be fooled come dressed to thrill. We will be having a fancy nosh for our lunch along the days journey.

TOUR CODE: NMY-NOV VIP MEMBER PRICE: $189. Non Member Price: $270 Includes: Transport, Morning Tea Talk and Meals as listed. www.no8tours.co.nz | Waikato 07 929 4488 | Bay of Plenty 07 579 3981 |

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Mackenzie Country and Peppers Blue Water Resort Mount Cook National Park Sunday 18th November DAY ONE From Tauranga, we fly into the Garden City, we then start our journey across the alluvial plains of the Rakaia and Rangitata Rivers making our way closer to the russet brown hills of the ‘Mackenzie Country’ while passing through the rural towns of Geraldine and Fairlie. This country has been the inspiration of many New Zealand landscape artists and we will be arriving in time to see the beautiful colour display of the lakeside Lupines, whose wonderful, pinks, purples and whites all mixed together will provide a special memory. After the wonderful scenic drive, we arrive at the luxurious Peppers Bluewater Resort our home for five glorious evenings. This high-end Luxury resort is set at the heart of New Zealand's Mackenzie Country overlooking stunning Lake Tekapo and surrounded by the Southern Alps and Two Thumb Ranges, you won’t want to leave. Tonight, we will gather for a pre-dinner social then dine in the on site Rakinui Restaurant overlooking the beautiful Tekapo.

Monday 19th November DAY TWO With breakfast complete, we begin with a visit to a few of the ‘Mackenzie Country’ Icons, including the lakeside Church of the Good Shepherd, the Sheep Dog Statue and Lake Tekapo Canal; We will take a stroll around the village shops, have morning tea in a local cafe. Next, we take a scenic drive up to the Mount John Observatory taking in the panoramic views and stopping to enjoy lunch in the mountain top Astro Café. After lunch, we will take a scenic drive along the famous Lilybank Station road, Lupin spotting as we go looking for that ultimate Lupin and Lake Photo.

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Tuesday 20th November DAY THREE On our journey to Mount Cook Alpine Village, we will make a stop at the Lake Pukaki Information Centre, taking time for a photo alongside the Bronze Himalayan Thar statue. On we head through to Glentanner Station Park Centre, stopping here for morning tea and a look through the Merino Retail shop. Glentanner Station’s 9000 merinos are contracted to supply the world-renowned Ice Breaker brand. The drive to Mount Cook is spectacular with views across Lake Pukaki, eventually we travel parallel to the vast braided Tasman River and up into the Mountains. Arriving in the small Alpine village we arrive at the Mount Cook Visitor Centre which is a fantastic venue to get an insight into the National Park, it is our intentions to have an officer provide a talk for us. We will enjoy lunch at the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Center, a tribute to Sir Edmund Hillary, humanitarian, ambassador and one of the world's greatest explorers. The centre showcases the Aoraki Mount Cook region, its people and its place in the universe. We will enjoy some fantastic short films on the man himself, the park and a stunning planetarium display. There is an option to relax and enjoy the surroundings or join me on a wee sightseeing tiki tour up to the start of the Hooker and Tasman Glaciers, maybe we can find some Mount Cook Lillie’s in our travels.

Wednesday 21st November DAY FOUR Today’s adventure sees us travelling the beautiful alpine Lindis Pass, hopefully there will still be a little snow about for us to view, this truly is an artist’s inspiration. But first we make our way down to Omarama and have morning tea at the Wrinkly Ram Café before climbing the 971m meters to the pass and down to Lake Wanaka. The township of Wanaka is a picture-perfect gem with a pristine alpine lake at its doorstep and surrounded by the spectacular backdrop of the South Island's Southern Alps. It’s the gateway to Mt Aspiring National Park – a World Heritage Area – an alpine paradise of towering peaks,

thundering waterfalls, spectacular glaciers, rainforest, rivers and valleys. Enjoy free time, have lunch in one of the many cafes then wonder the boutique shops or take a stroll along the lake front. After lunch, we drive through the Wanaka developments then through to Lake Hawera a brief stop to enjoy the views then make our way back to Tekapo.

Thursday 22nd November DAY FIVE A great day ahead of us, we travel to Burkes Corner and spend some time exploring this quirky ode to Route 66 in the USA. We then move onto Pleasant Point for a morning tea stop at Legends Café, then on to Timaru and the Maori Rock Art Centre. The historic art found at the local site, dates to our earliest human habitation of the area. The group will have a guided tour of the new Maori Rock Art Centre. We will learn of the significance of the art, what the meanings behind them may be and what is being done to conserve them. Timaru will host us for lunch, then we spend the afternoon with a guided tour of the very impressive Sacred Heart Basilica of 1910 vintage before heading back to Tekapo.

Friday 23rd November DAY SIX Alas this morning we head home, taking in the scenery and stopping for morning tea at the Berry Barn Bakery in the lovely town of Geraldine, then travelling to Christchurch for our flight from mountains to our home.

TOUR CODE: SO-MCKZ VIP MEMBER PRICE: $2390. Non Member Price: $3414 $500 Deposit required on booking. Balance of $1890 by 12th of October 2018.

Single Supplement $630. Includes: Flights,

Door to Door pickups, Transport, Local Guided Tours, All entries and Meals as listed.

Thursday 21st November DAY THREE Today we pack our togs and towels and head up to the Kaitoke Hot Springs. The walk to these natural and undeveloped springs is on a mainly level and sheltered gravelled track. The first 10-minutes of the trail meanders through a stunning ‘Gt Barrier Island Nikau Palm’ grove. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the pools... and another 40 minutes back to the bus. A certain level of fitness is required... We can offer alternative options for those that may find going all the way, a bit too much. After the walk, we enjoy a beautiful lunch at Angsana Thai Restaurant where we can explore the lovely grounds, local wildlife and a small Thai style gift shop.

Friday 22nd November DAY FOUR Steve our island guide picks us up this morning and we visit ‘Elephant’ (a new gallery) we explore around to the Tryphena Wharf and visit Shoal Bay Pottery. We call into Okupu Beach to check out the ancient Pohutukawa trees and then tour around to the ‘forgotten wharf’ at Blind Bay... a very scenic route with lovely old stone bridges and deep gullied streams. We enjoy our lodge supplied picnic lunch on the shores of a privately-owned beach before making our way back to ‘civilization’. For the adventurous, we enjoy a ‘wind in the hair’ joy ride on ‘Crazyhorse’... Steve’s Harley style 3 wheeled motorbike. We visit the Pigeon Post for gifts/souvenirs and tea/coffee etc at My Fat Puku Café before checking in for our flights home.

TOUR CODE: NM-GBNOV VIP MEMBER PRICE: $2450. Non Member Price: $3500 $250 Deposit required on booking. Balance of $2200 by 19th of October 2018.

No Single Supplement Sorry. Includes: Door to Door pickups, Transport, Tauranga Direct Flights, Accommodation, All entries, Local guide, Coastal Cruise and Meals as listed.

Great Barrier Island Guided Tour – Tauranga Direct Tuesday 19th November DAY ONE We fly into Claris where we are met by Steve our driver-guide and head off to explore the southern end of the island. We visit the famous ‘Milk, Honey and Grain Museum’ and the ‘Community Arts Village’ and have lunch at ‘My Fat Puku’, the new café at Claris.

We take a stroll along Medlands Beach before checking in to our accommodation. We will be across to lodgings on this trip in order to accommodate the number of single occupancy rooms. Take time to explore before joining your fellow travellers for dinner at the restaurant and bar.

Wednesday 20th November DAY TWO After breakfast, this morning we tour up the island to Whangaparapara where we board ‘Sundancer’ for our spectacular coastal cruise. We look at the old Kauri Sawmill and Whaling Station sites before heading up the west coast and through the spectacular Broken Isles. Once through the Man O’ War Passage we enjoy a scrumptious on-board lunch in the sheltered waters of the beautiful Port Fitzroy Harbour. After lunch, we disembark Sundancer and once back on the bus we visit the Glenfern Sanctuary – where we enjoy an informative presentation about the sanctuary which is home for kaka parrots, wood pigeons and banded rail etc. After the presentation talk the group will be transferred to Sunset Rock for an amazing panoramic view of Port Fitzroy Harbour and beyond. We travel back down the east coast by bus enjoying great views of Rakitu Island, The Windy Canyon and Pacific Ocean Panoramas. We stop for a cuppaand-cake at Awana where we enjoy an optional walk along this spectacular east coast surf beach.

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There's no place like it.”

The Old West Town – Mellonsfolly Ranch Monday 26th November DAY ONE Departing from Tauranga, we will meander our way down the North Island through quaint country towns, from here we'll continue our journey through to majestic Mt Ruapehu. Upon arrival we'll make our way up to the Top of the Bruce, taking in the fantastic alpine scenery of pristine Whakapapa Ski Field. From here we'll continue onto our destination of the pretty Alpine Village of Ohakune.

Tuesday 27th November DAY TWO After breakfast, we travel into the heart of the Whanganui National Park. An hour’s drive through rugged hill country and forest will see us arriving at the famous Blue Duck Café (as seen on Country Calendar). We will enjoy a hearty farmers morning Tea on arrival and learn a little of the property, location and history of the business and area. Before lunch we will take a Jetboat ride up the Whanganui River (don’t fear this won’t be a ride for adrenalin junkies, instead a little more leisurely pace for us). Once we have returned back to the Blue Duck Café we will enjoy lunch then head out onto the Blue Duck Station for a tour of the property and further insight to the history.

Farm tour finished we will travel back to Ohakune and freshen up before happy hour and Dinner.

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Wednesday 28th November DAY THREE Time to catch our breath this morning with a couple of leisurely options available, after breakfast you could enjoy having a potter around the village shops or join the folks who will be driving the through the Beech forest up to the Turoa Ski field before morning tea in the Village. For those interested we will drive to Waiouru National Army Museum and take the self-guided tour through. We will stop for lunch at the onsite café, then head back to Ohakune early afternoon.

Thursday 29th November DAY FOUR With breakfast, out of the way we journey deep into the hills of the Ruatiti Valley arriving in time for a magnificent morning tea at the Mellonsfolly Ranch. Home to the Old West Town, an authentic western town. Deliberately remote, Mellonsfolly Ranch is truly at the end of the road. Located on one thousand acres of unspoiled native bush in one of New Zealand’s hidden valleys. Step back in time and experience where the charm of the Old West mingles gracefully with the luxury of the Victorian Era. We will enjoy an Introduction and Tour of the Old West Town and plenty more which will surprise, humor and wow you. We have a huge lunch at this exclusive location and depart for our accommodation early afternoon.

Friday 30th December DAY FIVE Time to head home, as we make our way home it is our intention to have a military escort to view Lake Moawhango in the Military Zone for Waiouru. Has to be organized closer to the time. We will have morning tea all together at the National Army Museum then soak up the scenery as we travel along Desert Road stopping to stretch at Tree Trunk Gorge. Then onto Motuapa for lunch before returning to Hamilton/Tauranga.

TOUR CODE: NM-WWW VIP MEMBER PRICE: $1939. Non Member Price: $2770 $250 Deposit required on booking. Balance of $1689 by 25th of October 2018.

Single Supplement $415 (Limited).

Includes: Transport, Accommodation, Local Guided Tours and

Meals as listed.

December 2018 South of the South, Stunning Stewart Island Monday 3rd December DAY ONE Discover Stewart Island. Leaving from Tauranga we fly as a group to Invercargill, arriving in the afternoon, we will book into our accommodation, meet for a drink then enjoy a lovely meal as a group ready for our exciting day to come.

Tuesday 4th December DAY TWO This morning we make our way to Bluff for our ferry crossing to Stewart Island. On arrival we will book into accommodation then meet for lunch at the French Café. After lunch we will board the bus for an informative tour of the village and surrounding bays, including the unique flora and fauna of Lee Bay, the beautiful Horseshoe Bay and Observation Rock. Keep your eyes peeled for the Rakiura Grey Ghost or even a Kiwi mooching along one of the secluded beaches.

Returning to the South Seas Hotel we will have time to take in a short, hardcase movie called a ‘Dogs Tail’ which is a local dog’s perspective of life on Stewart Island. Then it’s time for a drink with the locals followed by a yummy meal of Blue Cod perhaps. Optional Evening island road exploration, Whitetail Deer and Kiwi spotting.

Wednesday 5th December DAY THREE Today we will Discover Stewart Island from the water on a leisurely cruise of beautiful Paterson Inlet and a guided walk in Ulva Island Wildlife Sanctuary. The cruise will showcase some of Paterson Inlet’s stunning scenery with its hidden coves and unspoilt beaches.

You’ll hear fascinating stories of early Maori history and European settlement from your guide as we pass various landmarks. Our guide is passionate about the area, providing informative commentary and will be more than happy to answer questions. While on board, keep a look out for fur seals and penguins – we see a lot of them around this area. Paterson inlet is home to renowned wildlife sanctuary Ulva

Island and we’ll stop there for a 45-minute guided walk. The island is home to Weka (native wooden), bush Robins, rare Saddlebacks and Yellow Heads amongst other species. It is also a protected habitat for some of New Zealand’s rarest plant species. A regular highlight is to encounter an inquisitive Weka on the beach. For the remainder of the cruise around Paterson Inlet, relax on board our modern catamaran and enjoy the coastal scenery before heading back to base. A stop at the DOC Information Centre and local Museum before heading back to our accommodation will provide an insight into the past and current projects taking place on the Island. Optional evening island road exploration, Whitetail Deer and Kiwi spotting.

Thursday 6th December DAY FOUR After breakfast, we board the ferry for the 1hr crossing back to Bluff.

Once we land and meet our local guide we then travel to a café for morning tea before departing on our exploration of Invercargill and its surrounds. We will be taking in some of the historic points of interest as well as some of the country towns and their people. This is a full day tour stopping for lunch along the way and exploring the new huge Transport World. Returning to our accommodation midafternoon to relax and meet for our last dinner together.

Friday 7th December DAY FIVE Sadly, we farewell our new found southern friends today, we’ll be making our way to the airport before flying back up the country to our homes.

TOUR CODE: SO-STWRD VIP MEMBER PRICE: $2475. Non Member Price: $3535.71 $500 Deposit required on booking. Balance of $1975 by 3rd of November 2018.

Single Supplement $255. Includes: Flights,

Transport, Ferry, Accommodation, Local Guided Tours, Permits and Meals as listed.

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The Church Tree and Gardens Wednesday 5th December This trip will be sure to take your breath away! After travelling the world and being a keen observer of Churches, Barry Cox decided to construct a unique Church of his own using living trees and utilising his Tree Spade. After starting construction in April 2011, the Tree Church Gardens are now available for public visits and private events. The gardens also include a shaded area under a large canopy constructed from a Military cargo parachute which is raised by a hydraulic ram. Come and enjoy first-hand the living Church, the labyrinth walk and the extensive gardens for your viewing pleasure.

We’ve booked in a couple of great stops along the way for Morning Tea and Lunch as well.

TOUR CODE: ND-CHURCH VIP MEMBER PRICE: $205. Non Member Price: $292.86 Includes: Transport, Guided Tour and Meals as listed.

Wild Horses at Home in the Tussock Lands of the Kaimanawa Ranges Dates to be advised. REGISTER NOW. TBA December DAY ONE This morning we head south. Enjoy the scenery through to Taupo stopping at Lava Glass for Lunch and a walk through the new sculpture park. We continue our way along the shores of Lake Taupo then across the Desert Road arriving at our destination and accommodation for the next two nights in Taihape. Once were settled in we will head out for dinner in one of the local restaurants.

TBA December DAY TWO Away by 8am we head to Waiouru and enter the Defence Force land, unfamiliar to most. Here we will meet our hosts for the day and board our Tour Coach for the next leg of the journey. Each year Kaimanawa Heritage Horses arrange a guided bus trip through the Waiouru Army Base land. This region is normally closed to the public and we are privileged to be able to take this experience. See foals, mares, yearlings, and stallions in their family bands. There will also be a stop at the yards where the horses are mustered, and you will see the spectacular scenery where these horses run. The bus trip includes: A talk and slide show on army activities and safety. A stopover at a scenic spot with an address by a DOC representative to talk about the land and its history and Lunch at the yards where the horses are mustered, along with an insight into the muster process. There will be Merchandise stall at the muster yards, an opportunity to help with fundraising for the ongoing management of the horses if you so wish.

TBA December DAY THREE Alas all to soon it will be time to head home, armed with lovely photos and fond memories of wild places visited. We will make the journey along our North Island alpine highway then around ‘The Great Lake’ stopping for morning tea and lunch along the way then eventually arriving back in Tauranga.

TOUR CODE: ND-HORSE VIP MEMBER PRICE: $905. Non Member Price: $1293 $250 Deposit required on booking. Balance of $655 by 20th of October 2018.

Single Supplement $160. Includes: Door to Door pickups, Transport, Kaimanawa Guided Bus Tour, Accommodation, All entries and Meals as listed.

Christmas Lunch at Beachside Blue Biyou Wednesday 12th December It's the most wonderful time of the year and what better way to enjoy this by having an end of year Christmas celebration!! Join us today at the Blue Biyou restaurant, situated on the shores of Papamoa Beach, watch the waves break on the shoreline – The most spectacular beachfront dining experience you’ll ever have. A glass of bubbles or sparkling wine on arrival will set the scene then enjoy a delicious Christmas lunch. We will make a presentation covering some of the highlights from our tours throughout the year and will cover new initiatives for the club members. We will also run through some of the new up and coming tours. This should make for a fun and enjoyable day out together, a great opportunity to meet all of the team from No.8 Tours we look forward to seeing you there.

TOUR CODE: ND-XLNCH VIP MEMBER PRICE: $199. Non Member Price: $284 Includes: Transport, Lunch and a glass of wine.

Beaches, Lakes and Mountains – Christmas Fun in Nelson Saturday 22nd December DAY ONE Another year has rolled around oh so quickly! but the great thing is we get to gather again as a group for another Christmas adventure.

Today will see us departing Tauranga Airport for the scenic flight via Auckland or Wellington Nelson. Once we arrive in sunny Nelson we’ll visit the world-famous WOW museum. The World of Wearable Art and Classic Cars Museum is an iconic ‘must see’ Nelson NZ visitor attraction that celebrates two distinctly different passions. A world class collection of classic cars can be viewed alongside incredible wearable works of art from all around the globe. After this wonderful experience, we will make our way to our accommodation at Trailways Hotel, where we will be based whilst in Nelson. Happy hour and dinner in the onsite restaurant.

Sunday 23rd December DAY TWO This morning we travel to the stunning golden beaches and coastline of the Abel Tasman. We will be exploring the glorious Abel Tasman coastal waters on their comfortable vessel with comfortable seating.

Your Skipper provides interpretative commentary throughout your cruise to introduce you to the natural highlights and fascinating history of the area. We’ll enjoy a delicious lunch onboard soaking in the pristine views in a bay of choice by the Captain. This will be a wonderful, relaxing day out in one of New Zealand’s most scenic coastlines. On our return by bus, we will take a scenic drive and walk along Motueka Quay viewing what's left of the Shipwreck Jane

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Seddon. We then continue onto Port Motueka, the Mapua Wharf Shops and haggle with the local craft people, before heading back.

Happy hour and dinner in the onsite restaurant.

Monday 24th December DAY THREE With another Christmas eve upon us we are heading in the opposite direction from the day before. A short drive to Delaware Bay for a stretch of the legs and photo stop then we continue along the coastline to the beautiful Cable Bay, take a stroll along the beach and dip your toes in the water. We will take a short drive across to Pepin Island. For those that maybe in the need for a cup of tea we will have time at the famous Cable Bay Café, Nelsons first. After a beverage or two we return to Nelson and spend some time in the Founders Heritage Park. Explore displays of Nelson's heritage and learn the stories of the local people. Visit businesses and artisans in character buildings. Take a ride on the train and then we relax at the award-winning Founders Brewery Cafe & Bar for lunch, this all set in quaint streets amongst village greens and beautiful well-established gardens. You can then enjoy the rest of the afternoon at your leisure, perhaps a spot of shopping or leisurely stroll around Nelson. Happy hour and dinner in the onsite restaurant.

Tuesday 25th December DAY FOUR 1 x Wine included! Merry Christmas everybody!! After breakfast, we ride the coach along the scenic drive through the mountains arriving at the quaint fishing village of Havelock, situated at the head of Mahau Sound. Here we’ll board the brand-new Catamaran Pelorus Cruiser. This beautiful new vessel will provide us with an exclusive chartered cruise through to the Iconic Portage Hotel Resort. On the way as we travel through the bays our captain will provide us with an informative commentary of the area. Once we arrived disembarked our vessel, you can enjoy a walk around this beautiful tranquil cove nestled in the Marlborough Sounds or maybe just put your feet up and let nature wash over you. We will gather for a wonderful Christmas lunch in the Portage Restaurant, we may even be joined by some International visitors passing through on their way along the famous Queen Charlotte trail. This global gathering should provide some great color to our Christmas lunch. Later in the afternoon we reboard our boat and cruise home. Tonight, we haven't booked a group sitting but the restaurant will be open for casual bookings.

Wednesday 26th December DAY FIVE Today we meet and board our coach, sitting back to take in the lovely scenery from city, coastal plains of Motueka to the mountain vistas atop of the Kahurangi Range. We will stop at the fantastic

Hawkes Lookout. To get there is a short but flat walk of approximately 10minutes passing through dramatic water sculpted marble rock formations. For morning tea, we visit Canaan Woolshed a traditional NZ woolshed which has been converted into a coffee and craft shop. We then continue down into Golden Bay and onto the Te Waikoropupū ‘Pupu’ Springs. The largest freshwater springs in the Southern Hemisphere and some of the clearest water ever measured.

Enjoy an easy stroll over the board walks, the informative panels and take in this natural treasure. We then head to the coastal village of Pohara for lunch and drive along the coast. On our way home, we pop into the Labyrinth Rocks, which consists of a maze-like pathway through limestone rock formations. Pick up a brochure at the entrance, try to find formations that to someone look like, The Kissing Pigs, a Troll Bridge, Stegosaurus and plenty more. You will be wondering if the person who identified the formations was high on something other than life at the time. Returning to Nelson late afternoon. Happy hour and dinner in the onsite restaurant.

Thursday 27th December DAY SIX Today we head for Christchurch but not before visiting alpine village St Arnaud, Nelson Lakes. Reaching Lake Rotoiti we stop to stretch the legs and enjoy a mountain morning tea. The lake attracts nectarfeeding birds such as tui and bellbirds to the large red beech trees that dominate this area. Listen for their enchanting calls as you go.

After morning tea, we continue our drive through the mountains and following alongside mountain streams until we reach our lunch venue at Maruia Springs, more time to enjoy our high-country surrounds.

With lunch behind us we travel down from the mountains and into the productive plains of Canterbury arriving in Christchurch late afternoon. Checking into this lovely hotel we will then meet for our final social get together before enjoying a buffet dinner together.

Friday 28th December DAY SEVEN Alas as our Christmas trip for 2018 comes to an end we pack our bags ready for the flight home. We have a direct flight home to finish our trip.

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Travel Planner August 2018 to December 2018 August 2018

September 2018

Monday Tuesday Wednesday

1

Thursday

2

Friday

3

Saturday

4

1

Sunday

5

2

Monday

6

3 4 days, page 3

Tuesday

7

4 Tranz-Alpine

8 1 day, page 2

5 (1st trip)

Thursday

9

6

Friday

10

7

Saturday

11

8

Sunday

12

9

Monday

13

10 4 days, page 3

Tuesday

14

11 Tranz-Alpine

15 1 day, page 2

12 (2nd trip)

Thursday

16

13

Friday

17

14 9 days, page 4

Wednesday

Wednesday

1 day, page 4

1 day, page 4

Saturday

18 1 day, page 2 – Irish Celtic

Sunday

19 1 day, page 2 – Irish Celtic

Monday

20

17

Tuesday

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18

Wednesday

22

19

Thursday

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Friday

24

21

9 days, page 4

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Southern Rail

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(2nd trip)

UT O LD SO

15 Southern Rail

25 1 day, page 2 – Chicago

Sunday

26 1 day, page 2 – Chicago

Monday

27

24

Tuesday

28

25

Wednesday

29

26

Thursday

30

27

Friday

31

28

Saturday

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Mystery Trips

Day Trips

Shows

Over Night Trips

October 2018

Air New Zealand Airpoints™

November 2018

December2018

1 2 3 4 4 days, page 6

1 4 days, page 10

5 Wearable Arts

2 Taranaki Gardens

6

3

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7

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2

8

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3 5 days, page 15

9 3 days, page 7

6

4 Stewart Island

10 Rail Carting

7 1 day, page 10

5

11

8

6

12 1 day, page 7

9

7

13

10 4 days, page 11

8 3 days, page 16

14

11 Coromandel

9 Kaimanawa

15 5 days, page 8

12

10 Horses

16 Whanganui

13

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12 1 day, page 16

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18 6 days, page 12

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19 Mackenzie

4 days, page 13

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23 9 days, page 8

20 Country

Great Barrier Island

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24 Southern Circuit

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23 Xmas in Nelson

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26 5 days, page 14

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27 Old West Town

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January 2019 to June 2019 January 2019

February 2019

Monday Tuesday

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Wednesday

2

Thursday

3

Friday

4

1

5 4 days, page 22

2

Sunday

6 Tiritiri Matangi & Matakana

3

Monday

7

4

Tuesday

8

5

Wednesday

9

6

10 1 day, page 23

7 5 days, page 25

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8 Kaipara Country & Waiheke Island

Saturday

12 5 days, page 23

9

Sunday

13 Wairarapa Rail

10

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14

11

Tuesday

15

12

Wednesday

16

13 1 day, page 26

17 1 day, page 24

14 4 days, page 26

18

15 Napier Art Deco Festival

19 7 days, page 24

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Sunday

20 North Island – East to West

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21

18

Tuesday

22

19 1 day, page 26

Wednesday

23

20

Thursday

24

21 6 days, page 27

Friday

25

22 Northland

Saturday

26

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27

24

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28

25

Tuesday

29

26

Wednesday

30

27

Thursday

31

28

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Day Trips

Shows

Over Night Trips

March 2019

Air New Zealand Airpoints™

April 2019

May 2019

June 2019

1 2 3

1 ... started in April

4 1 day, page 32

2 Te Anau, Doubtful

5

3 Sound & Lakes

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4

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3

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6 1 day, page 36

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5

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6 4 days, page 29

10 Homestay &

8 5 days, page 36

5 1 day, page 39

7 Great Barrier Island

11 Sheep Stations

9 Rangitikei River,

6

8

12 6 days, page 33

10 Whitecliffs

7

9

13 Kaikoura Coast

11 Boulders &

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10

14 by Rail

12 Gentle Annie

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11 5 days, page 30

15

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12 Hanmer Springs &

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11 1 day, page 39

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21 Marlborough

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20 East Coast

24 1 day, page 34

22 Sounds

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January 2019 Tiritiri Matangi Island and Matakana's New Sculptureum

better every time we visit. Once back at our Motel we will freshen up then head out for dinner together.

Saturday 5th January DAY ONE

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 Café, have lunch and a look around the pottery. 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.

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.

Sunday 6th January DAY TWO After picking up our picnic lunches we will travel onto Golf 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

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Tuesday 8th January 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 fabulous seaside lunch at the Torpedo Bay Café. Then get on the road for our short journey back home.

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Travel West to the Hobbiton for a Festive Feast Thursday 10th January Today we head over the Kaimai’s stopping for morning tea, then onto Hobbiton to find out what all the fuss is about. 70,000 people per year can’t be wrong, this is a must do. Forget that you haven’t seen or may not be interested in the movie; this is New Zealand’s version of Disney Land. Go from driving through beautiful Waikato farming country to stepping into another world. It is like ’Hobbits’ have just walked out of their village, their fires still going and their washing hanging on the line. Take a guided tour through this wonderland and hear the humorous story of how an average New Zealand sheep farm became ’Middle Earth’. We’ll enjoy our Festive Feast fit for a King in the Grand Marquee.

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Wairarapa Rail, Historic Homes and Luxury Lodges Saturday 12th January DAY ONE

Pickups complete, our bus points the dial towards the south east, we will make our way through to Palmerston North for a one night stopover. This is a wonderfully scenic route, covering the complete spectrum of classic New Zealand scenery. Late afternoon sees us arriving at the Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North time to put the bags away, maybe go for a stroll then meet for a social get together before dinner on site.

Sunday 13th January DAY TWO Today we travel to the beautiful historic 1856 home of Brancepeth Station, we will meet with Ed Beetham enjoy a Garden Tour and talk about this scrupulously preserved homestead. After morning tea In the gardens we then move onto another historic and equally prestigious homestead of Te Parae. Designed and built in 1905 the Te Parae homestead is still owned and operated by fourth generation family members. The 600sqm two storey home is set in extensive park-like gardens with a ten-acre lake forming a picturesque vista.

We will be hosted by Angela Williams and take in a garden tour and talk finishing with a home cooked lunch. We then set sail back to our hotel.

Monday 14th January DAY THREE This morning we head for Greytown and the fascinating Paua World we will have a tour of the factory and gain an insight into this thriving industry. We then make our way along the Western shores of Lake Wairarapa to the grand lodge Wharekauhau. Recognised as one of the world’s exclusive retreats it is situated on a 5000-acre sheep station overlooking the spectacular Palliser Bay. Modelled on an Edwardian country mansion, the Lodge is imbued with a warmth and character seldom found in a modern hotel. The fine design, sumptuous furnishings, exquisite tableware and outstanding cuisine all combine to satisfy the senses. In the Grand Hall, huge mullioned windows frame views of awe inspiring beauty and massive fireplaces recapture the grandeur of yester-year. We will enjoy morning tea on arrival, a lodge tour and a beautiful three course lunch. After lunch we take a scenic drive out to Ngawi and time permitting onto Palliser for a little Seal spotting.

Tuesday 15th January DAY FOUR Venturing into the Wairarapa hill country through Martinborough to the Tora Coast today. Our trip to the coast will include stops at the Hau Nui Wind Farm, Lagoon Hill Station buildings and stopping for morning tea at the magnificent woolshed. Then make our way out to the Tora Coast. We lunch with long-time local farmers and Country Calendar stars of Tora Station, who along with two other local families have started what is now become one of the ‘must do’ multi-day walks called the ‘Tora Coastal Walk’. Alistair and Jenny Boyne will entertain us over lunch providing an insight into coastal life and about Jenny’s growing cooking classes. After lunch we hit the rugged East Coast, stopping at the seal colony and what's left of the 1929 Shipwreck Opua. Then make our way back to our hotel.

Wednesday 16th January DAY FIVE After breakfast, we all meet at reception and board our bus, taking the drive to Featherston at the foothills of the Rimutakas stoping in for a guided tour of the highly regarded Fell Locomotive Museum. We then head to the Featherston Railway Station and board the train for a ride through the plains before turning under the Rimutaka mountains to then remerge in the Hutt Valley, continuing onto Wellington. We will have lunch along the way before taking the flight home.

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south heading into the remote Moawhango Valley then into Taihape for lunch. From Taihape our journey continues to Taumarunui – our destination for the night.

Thursday 17th January ‘Gorgeous’, ‘Sanctuary’ and ‘Serenity’ are just a few words used to describe this destination. A place to swing among the birds and swirling morning mist’s, feel on top of the world. We envisage you will need some coaxing to leave from here at the end of today’s visit.

Understandably, as this location was awarded ‘2017 Best Australasian Travel Award’. You’ll be on a high for the rest of the week. Just think, no packed lunch to prepare today, and you probably won’t need dinner tonight either. A little pricier than most but I can promise, it’s a day’s wonderful experience not to be missed. Come dressed to impress.

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North Island – From East to West, A Heartland Journey Saturday 19th January DAY ONE

This morning we’ll enjoy the beautiful countryside as we make our way to the East Coast of Hawkes Bay. Stopping for lunch and any scenic vistas we can find along the way.

Sunday 20th January DAY TWO With breakfast behind us, we meet our Guide and bus to then travel to the iconic Cape Kidnappers, visiting the world’s largest mainland Gannet colony. You will travel in comfort, in an air conditioned 4 x 4 coach, through Cape Kidnappers Station and its International Golf Course. You will traverse riverbeds, broad rolling pastures and breathtaking inclines. During the drive, you will stop at a spectacular cliff top with panoramic views across Hawkes Bay. Having also passed through native forest and predator proof fencing, you will arrive within a few metres of this massive colony. Following your Gannet viewing adventure our Driver/Guide will return us for lunch in Havelock and time to explore the village.

Monday 21st January DAY THREE This morning Annie is calling!! We head to the hills. The drive through the Kaweka Range is now one of the great scenic drives, recently sealed, this delightful road winds its way through rugged farmland, forested mountains and tussock covered pastures. We will stop to breathe in the mountain air, use the loos and enjoy some morning tea at Kuripapango. We cross over the glistening Ngaruroro River then ascend the ‘the Annie’. We descend past Erewhon and turn

Tuesday 22nd January DAY FOUR Awake to find yourself nestled deep within the hidden valleys of King Country’s ‘Forgotten World’ region. After breakfast the group, who have chosen the Rail Carting option, will get away a little earlier. The Rail Carting journey is like no other. Travelling on long ago closed lines between Whangamomona and Taumarunui, we’ll experience this remote area from the comfort of rail-carts which have been cleverly adapted to be self-driven along the tracks. Journey over bridges and rivers, through tunnels and townships that time has forgotten.

There’ll be plenty of photo opportunities as we’re guided through ever changing vistas. Once reunited with coach at Whangamomona we will continue through the rugged hills to Stratford and then onto our accommodation for the next couple of nights in New Plymouth.

Wednesday 23rd January DAY FIVE Today we take a relaxed drive through to Hawera visiting the one and only Tawhiti Museum, a truly unique enterprise. The creation of artist Nigel Ogle, its attention to detail is simply stunning and ever changing. Widely acclaimed as the best private Museum in the country, the Museum uses life size exhibits and scale models to present our heritage in a series of super realistic and engaging displays. We will enjoy the new Traders and Whalers experience, incorporating a fun boat ride through the chapters of New Zealand’s history. After lunch, we head to a little gem hidden in the hills. Lake Rotokare a stunning 230-hectare forested hill-country catchment, extensive wetlands and 17.8-hectare natural lake, mature Tawa, Rewarewa and Mahoe dominated forest. We will enjoy a talk on this amazing community project before heading back to New Plymouth.

This evening is extra special. After dinner, we don our warm jackets and head out into the summer evening to view the now famous and absorbing Festival of the Lights. This is a magnificent display of lights throughout the Pukekura Park. It will certainly be one of the highlights of the trip.

Thursday 24th January DAY SIX After a leisurely breakfast, we travel to the lower slopes of Mount Taranaki arriving at the marvellous Pukeiti Gardens. This vast Council owned garden estate is known as a ‘Garden of International Significance’. Pukeiti is now one of the country's top rhododendron gardens. After a 4.7-million-dollar refurbishment, Puketiti now sports a 360-hectare collection of plants and regional rainforest and offers a covered walk through tropical rhododendron species, a new car park, new tracks, an aerial walkway, a protected Kokopu treehouse and the transformation of the former gatehouse into a rainforest centre and cafe. We will enjoy a tour through the gardens on their mobility vehicle and lunch in the Café before heading back to New Plymouth for a lazy afternoon, with city centre or water front wandering as an option available. Batteries re-charged, for those that are keen we will head back to the ‘Festival of Lights’ and catch up with any areas we may have missed the night before or just to experience the fantasy of it all again.

Friday 25th January DAY SEVEN This morning we head for home, stopping at Mokau for brunch and maybe a sneaky whitebait fritter or two. We then continue through the Awakino Gorge counting the numerous whitebait stands along the way and over the scenic Mount Messenger arriving back home late afternoon.

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February 2019 Kaipara Country Including Waiheke Island Thursday 7th February DAY ONE We will start our journey from your door, stopping for morning tea along the way. We’ll then meander over to the West Coast via Ngaruawahia on roads less travelled but offering stunning Karaka Tree and Nikau Palmed hill country. Our next port of call being the Nikau Caves and Cafe located in the heart of Waikaretu Valley amongst towering limestone cliffs. We’ll stop for lunch at this great country café. This is a unique setting as there are some fabulous underground caves located on the property, today we are only visiting the café and talking to the property owners. After our yummy lunch, we’ll head through to Port Waikato, stretch our legs on the black sand beach then on to our accommodation in Whangaparaoa evening meal will be in a local restaurant.

Friday 8th February DAY TWO After breakfast this morning we will take advantage of the Auckland Bus lanes to get us into central city quickly, where we will catch the Fullers Ferry across to Waiheke for the day. Once we arrive we will be met by our local guide to then board the bus and embark on our tour of the Island. Waiheke a true island paradise just a stone's throw from Auckland City. We will discover why Lonely Planet is calling it one of the best destinations in the world. Along the way we will enjoy a lovely High Tea style lunch. Early afternoon we will be delivered back to the Ferry terminal for our return cruise back too Auckland. We then bus back to our Accommodation to relax and freshen up for dinner.

Saturday 9th February DAY THREE Today we head north to Matakana village to catch the Matakana River Cruise, a one hour discovery cruise leaving from the heart of Matakana. This boutique cruise is tailor made for peak relaxation.

Sit back, relax while Captain Phil gives you an informative, amusing commentary on the way down the river, showcasing the history and tidal environment of mangroves, Native Bush and Farmland. We turn around where the green of the upper fresh meets the vibrant blue water of Sandspit Basin. Once we arrive back we will find a local café for morning tea and enjoy a quick browse of the shops. The afternoon will be exciting, with a visit to the new Sculptureum, who’s gates have just opened. We will enjoy a great lunch in lovely surround's before setting forth in the park. 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. Time permitting, we will take a short drive to Omaha Beach for a nosey. Returning to our motel we will then gather for dinner.

Sunday 10th February DAY FOUR Another day of discovery ahead, we board the coach and travel to Helensville having morning tea along the way. At 11am we will meet our captain and crew as well as other members of the public joining us for this 2.5hr cruise. Cruising in sheltered inland waters of Kaipara harbor past Shelly Beach to view the expanse of NZ's largest inland waterway, along the way we will gain an insight into history, Maori Pa Sites, the birdlife and marine ecology of the harbor. We then return to Shelly Beach and go ashore for lunch at ‘The Jetty’ licensed café then re connect with the coach for an afternoon drive up South Head, stretch our legs at Lake Ototoa. Time permitting, we will travel back to the motel via Waimauku, kumeu and Coatsville. Again, we will travel to nearby restaurant to enjoy a meal.

Monday 11th February DAY FIVE Packed up and ready to head for home, we say farewell to pretty Whangaparaoa and travel to our morning tea stop at the awardwinning Twin Lakes Garden. We will take a guided tour around Twin Lakes a peaceful, all-seasons garden formed around a five-acre lake with water lilies and exotic waterfowl. The garden features unusual and ornamental borders around the house with areas of mixed planting, rock gardens and a bog garden. Beautiful black-faced Suffolk sheep are kept on the property and are a popular attraction.

Ostriches are also farmed here and an aviary with exotic birds – which will intrigue and surprise you with their colour and variety. After our time at the gardens we depart for the legendary Riverhead Tavern for Lunch. With lunch complete we board the Riverhead Ferry for a pleasant cruise down the harbor to central Auckland. Here we will reboard the coach and head for home.

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Guided Tour of Mount Tarawera Wednesday 13th February For a long time, this sentinel standing high above the Bay of Plenty has been closed for most. We are excited to bring you this limited opportunity to be driven and guided to the top of this Majestic Mountain. This fully guided experience encompasses the unique landscape and history of the area. With unmatched scenic vistas and 360 panoramic views. Departing Hamilton and Tauranga we will stop for Morning tea before meeting our Guide and boarding our vehicles for the climb to the summit. Lunch will be enjoyed after our trip up Mount Tarawera. Warm Jacket, Sun Glasses, Water bottle, Sunhat, Sunscreen Flat shoes recommended and definitely a camera.

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Napier Art Deco Festival Weekend and More Thursday 14th February DAY ONE Join us we travel back in time to the Tremains Art Deco Festival in our very own Art Deco Capital Napier. This annual festival in February gets the people revelling in the 1930s-atmosphere created in the heart of the city giving the sensation that you have travelled back in time to an era of glitz and glamour! We’ll stop prior to Napier then continue a little down the road to our accommodation for the next few nights in Hastings. Tonight, we drive through to Havelock North to the lovely ‘Off The Tracks’ Restaurant to dine.

Friday 15th February DAY TWO After breakfast, we shall meander our way down to Havelock North with its gracious, historic homes and tree lined streets, there is no doubt it has a special charm. Our first stop will be at Te Mata Figs, which was established from a passion to grow amazing figs in the warm Mediterranean Climate of Hawkes Bay. After a talk and a tasting, we’ll continue through to another local gem ‘Birdwood’s Gallery’, a must see for all visitors and locals, offering a gallery, sculpture garden, café and old fashioned sweet shop. After our pleasurable morning, we’ll continue through to Gwavas Garden Homestead for a tour of the property, award winning woodland garden and finishing with a tasty catered lunch. This evening we’ll dine out in Napier close to the action and if you are interested in joining in some festivities the sound shell has a free concert to swing the night away to.

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Saturday 16th February DAY THREE Dust off that Vintage attire this morning, the spirit of the Festival has embraced the town today, so we’ll have an opportunity to join in some of the festivities. This morning we’ll start the day by taking a tour around Napier’s historic prison located on Napier’s Bluff Hill.

From here we will make our way back into town to find a good viewing point for the annual Vintage Car Parade, watch amazing autos sweep through town – from languid limos to cosy coupés. After this fun filled event we shall board our bus for a personally guided art deco tour to experience Napier’s Heritage. Depending on the time we’ll view the movie on Napier at the Art Deco Centre. This evening we’ll be dining at the well-known Black Barn Winery Restaurant voted in the Top 10 Must Visit Wineries In The World (Frommer's).

Sunday 17th February DAY FOUR Time to farewell Napier however before we leave we’ll take a drive up Te Mata Peak which offers magnificent views over the Hawkes Bay. We then travel on to the popular Hawkes Bay Farmers Market to enjoy a cuppa and wander around this vibrant community. As we leave Napier we will stop for lunch at Crab Farm Winery and Restaurant a relaxed festive atmosphere with delicious snacks and meals. After our fun and informative time, away we’ll continue our journey back home.

TOUR CODE: NM-ARTDECO VIP MEMBER PRICE: $1640. Non Member Price: $2343 $250 Deposit required on booking. Balance of $1390 by 15th of January 2018.

Single Supplement $250. Includes: Door to Door pickups, Transport, Accommodation, All Tours and Meals as listed.

Mystery Tuesday 19th February Well today we head a little further a field so prepare for a slightly longer daytrip, however I can assure you your Infor a great day, along with fantastic scenery you will enjoy a sumptuous lunch as you graze across the golf. An award-winning venue and the only one of Its kind in the country. A first-class day awaits you. Make sure you set your course to come with us today you’re going to love It and even better your friend will be green with envy.

TOUR CODE: NMY-FEB VIP MEMBER PRICE: $185. Non Member Price: $264.29 Includes: Transport, All Tours and Meals as listed.

Summer Paradise Direct – Northland the Easy Way Thursday 21st February DAY ONE Interested in visiting Paihia in summer but don’t like the idea of that long-haul drive, and all that traffic congestion then you should join us. We’ll fly you to ever expanding Kerikeri township and then take a short drive to pretty Paihia where we will base ourselves at the lovely Kingsgate Hotel over our Summer Holiday.

Friday 22nd February DAY TWO Captain William Butler was a retired whaling ship captain who became a successful merchant in northern New Zealand. In 1838 Butler purchased land that formed the nucleus of what is today Butler Point. In 1847 Butler constructed a homestead, the front portion of which he transported by sea from property he owned on the opposite shore of Mangonui Harbour. This homestead has come to be called Butler House. Today we will be visiting Butlers Point Whaling Museum and Garden in Hihi, stepping back in time to learn more about New Zealand’s once lucrative whaling industry. We’ll have the opportunity to view the beautiful gardens, historic homestead and the vast collection of Whaling memorabilia which will make for a fascinating morning. Lunch will be at the famous Mangonui Fish and Chip Shop a real Northland Treat. From here, we will tiki tour back down to the Historical Kerikeri Stone Store and take the time to view this.

Saturday 23rd February DAY THREE This morning we travel to the stunning golden beaches and coastline of Northland to Cape Reinga we will be joining another tour company that has intimate local knowledge of the area. This will be a wonderful day out. Highlights include, short stop at the Ancient Kauri Kingdom in Awanui, along 90 Mile beach, Te Paki stream, giant sand dunes, lunch, Cape Reinga and historical Gumdiggers Park.

“Travel is our passion.

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Sunday 24th February DAY FOUR After our big day, out we’ll enjoy a more leisurely pace to the day, we’ll have a free morning before catching the ferry over to Russell, where we’ll have a catered lunch at the famous ’Duke of Marlborough Hotel’.

This afternoon we’ll have a mini tour in a bus around Russell with a local guide. From here we’ll make our way back on the ferry to Paihia.

Monday 25th February DAY FIVE Time for an exploration of the harbour today we’ll board the Fullers Catamaran, Dolphin Seeker, as we journey to the end of the Cape Brett Peninsula and onto the world-famous ‘Hole in The Rock’. After our wonderful cruise, we’ll have lunch at the onsite café at Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Whilst here we can take the opportunity to have guided tour around the grounds and a look around the Museum.

Tuesday 26th February DAY SIX After a delicious breakfast, we will be ready to hit the road making our short journey to Kerikeri Airport for our flight back home to Tauranga avoiding that long-haul drive that it would normally take to get home.

A great way to end a lovely tour away.

TOUR CODE: NM-BOI VIP MEMBER PRICE: $2465. Non Member Price: $3521 $250 Deposit required on booking. Balance of $2215 by 19th of January 2019.

Single Supplement $505. Includes: Door to Door Pickups, Flights, Transport, Accommodation, All Tours and Meals as listed.

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March 2019 Great Barrier Island Guided Tour Single Rooms Available For This Trip Friday 1st March DAY ONE We fly into Claris where we are met by Steve our driver-guide and head off to explore the southern end of the island. We visit the famous ‘Milk, Honey and Grain Museum’ and the ‘Community Arts Village’ and have lunch at ‘My Fat Puku’, the new café at Claris.

We take a stroll along Medlands Beach before checking in to our accommodation. We will be across to lodgings on this trip in order to accommodate the number of single occupancy rooms. Take time to explore before joining your fellow travellers for dinner at the restaurant and bar.

Saturday 2nd March DAY TWO After breakfast, this morning we tour up the island to Whangaparapara where we board ‘Sundancer’ for our spectacular coastal cruise. We look at the old Kauri Sawmill and Whaling Station sites before heading up the west coast and through the spectacular Broken Isles. Once through the Man O’ War Passage we enjoy a scrumptious on-board lunch in the sheltered waters of the beautiful Port Fitzroy Harbour. After lunch, we disembark Sundancer and once back on the bus we visit the Glenfern Sanctuary – where we enjoy an informative presentation about the sanctuary which is home for kaka parrots, wood pigeons and banded rail etc. After the presentation talk the group will be transferred to Sunset Rock for an amazing panoramic view of Port Fitzroy Harbour and beyond. We travel back down the east coast by bus enjoying great views of Rakitu Island, The Windy Canyon and Pacific Ocean Panoramas. We stop for a cuppaand-cake at Awana where we enjoy an optional walk along this spectacular east coast surf beach.

Sunday 3rd March DAY THREE Today we pack our togs and towels and head up to the Kaitoke Hot Springs. The walk to these natural and undeveloped springs is on a mainly level and sheltered gravelled track. The first 10-minutes of the trail meanders through a stunning ‘Gt Barrier Island Nikau Palm’ grove. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the pools... and another 40 minutes back to the bus. A certain level of fitness is required... We can offer alternative options for those that may find going all the way, a bit too much. After the walk, we enjoy a beautiful lunch at Angsana Thai Restaurant where we can explore the lovely grounds, local wildlife and a small Thai style gift shop.

Monday 4th March DAY FOUR Steve our island guide picks us up this morning and we visit ‘Elephant’ (a new gallery) we explore around to the Tryphena Wharf and visit Shoal Bay Pottery. We call into Okupu Beach to check out the ancient Pohutukawa trees and then tour around to the ‘forgotten wharf’ at Blind Bay... a very scenic route with lovely old stone bridges and deep gullied streams. We enjoy our lodge supplied picnic lunch on the shores of a privately-owned beach before making our way back to ‘civilization’. For the adventurous, we enjoy a ‘wind in the hair’ joy ride on ‘Crazyhorse’... Steve’s Harley style 3 wheeled motorbike. We visit the Pigeon Post for gifts/souvenirs and tea/coffee etc at My Fat Puku Café before checking in for our flights home.

TOUR CODE: NM-GBSING VIP MEMBER PRICE: $2450. Non Member Price: $3500 $250 Deposit required on booking. Balance of $2200 by 1st of February 2019.

Single Supplement $375. Includes: Door to Door

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Canopy Walk Amongst the Gentle Giants Saturday 2nd March Walk high amongst Rotorua's gentle giants, feel the spirit of Rotorua's iconic Redwood Forest from above and up close amongst these old gentle giants. This suspended 30-minute ecological walk provides a unique birds eye perspective of the forest, capturing its picturesque beauty. Enjoy this walk at your own pace as long and you will leave the forest feeling inspired and rejuvenated. This is a great opportunity for both young and old who can walk un-aided to feel a sense of freedom at height without the need to wear harnesses or protective gear. If the heights put you off enjoy a stroll through the woods from the ground whilst the group is in the canopy.

TOUR CODE: ND-REDW VIP MEMBER PRICE: $175. Non Member Price: $250 Includes: Transport, Tour and Meal as listed.

Great Barrier Island Guided Tour Wednesday 6th March DAY ONE We fly into Claris where we are met by Steve our driver-guide and head off to explore the southern end of the island. We visit the famous ‘Milk, Honey and Grain Museum’ and the ‘Community Arts Village’ and have lunch at ‘My Fat Puku’, the new café at Claris. We take a stroll along Medlands Beach before checking in to our accommodation. At Great Barrier Lodge, overlooking Whangaparapara Harbour, this cosy island lodge dates from 1922 and has recently had a refurbishment.

Take time to settle in and explore the lodge before joining your fellow travellers for dinner at the restaurant and bar.

Thursday 7th March DAY TWO After breakfast, this morning we tour up the island to Whangaparapara where we board ‘Sundancer’ for our spectacular coastal cruise. We look at the old Kauri Sawmill and Whaling Station sites before heading up the west coast and through the spectacular Broken Isles. Once through the Man O’ War Passage we enjoy a scrumptious on-board lunch in the sheltered waters of the beautiful Port Fitzroy Harbour. After lunch, we disembark Sundancer and once back on the bus we visit the Glenfern Sanctuary – where we enjoy an informative presentation about the sanctuary which is home for Kaka parrots, wood pigeons and Banded Rail etc. After the presentation talk the group will be transferred to Sunset Rock for an amazing panoramic view of Port Fitzroy Harbour and beyond. We travel back down the east coast by bus enjoying great views of Rakitu Island, The Windy Canyon and Pacific Ocean Panoramas. We stop for a cuppa-and-cake at Awana where we enjoy an optional walk along this spectacular east coast surf beach.

Friday 8th March DAY THREE Today we pack our togs and towels and head up to the Kaitoke Hot Springs. The walk to these natural and undeveloped springs is on a mainly level and sheltered gravelled track. The first 10-minutes of the trail meanders through a stunning ‘Gt Barrier Island Nikau Palm’ grove. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the pools... and another 40 minutes back to the bus. A certain level of fitness is required... We can offer alternative options for those that may find going all the way, a bit too much. After the walk, we enjoy a beautiful lunch at Angsana Thai Restaurant where we can explore the lovely grounds, local wildlife and a small Thai style gift shop.

Saturday 9th March DAY FOUR Steve our island guide picks us up this morning and we visit ‘Elephant’ (a new gallery) we explore around to the Tryphena Wharf and visit Shoal Bay Pottery. We call into Okupu Beach to check out the ancient Pohutukawa trees and then tour around to the ‘forgotten wharf’ at Blind Bay... a very scenic route with lovely old stone bridges and deep gullied streams. We enjoy our lodge supplied picnic lunch on the shores of a privately-owned beach before making our way back to ‘civilization’. For the adventurous, we enjoy a ‘wind in the hair’ joy ride on ‘Crazyhorse’... Steve’s Harley style 3 wheeled motorbike. We visit the Pigeon Post for gifts/souvenirs and tea/coffee etc at My Fat Puku Café before checking in for our flights home.

TOUR CODE: NM-GBMAR VIP MEMBER PRICE: $2450. Non Member Price: $3500 $250 Deposit required on booking. Balance of $2200 by 19th of February 2019.

No Single Supplement Sorry. Includes: Door to Door pickups, Transport, Tauranga Direct Flights, Accommodation, All entries, Local guide, Coastal Cruise and Meals as listed.

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Hanmer Springs and Southern Sheep Stations Spectacular Monday 11th March DAY ONE On our first day of adventure we fly from Tauranga to Christchurch.

Once we arrive we meet up with our local guide then we will take an insightful scenic tour to Hanmer Springs. This will be our base over the next few days.

Tuesday 12th March DAY TWO Today we are in for a brilliant day touring through the iconic Molesworth Station. We’ll visit century old cob Homesteads, Historic sites and learn of the history and characters that made this highcountry farm famous worldwide. Our guide to will be Rick Stirling whom has been involved with Molesworth for over 30 years. This high-country station is a place of extremes in altitude, temperature, weather, animals and people. You will be in for an unforgettable experience discovering this amazing area and rugged beauty.

Wednesday 13th March DAY THREE After our adventure filled day today we will be taking things at a much more relaxed pace basing our day around Hanmer Springs and taking the time to have a soak in the pools. Take your time exploring this quaint village and its location. A nice day to rest up for part two of our journey Rainbow Station.

Thursday 14th March DAY FOUR Today we take a 4WD tour of Rainbow Station. As the morning unfolds we’ll travel across the Southern Alps through St James Station, Molesworth and the Tarndale Lake's country, then onto the privately-owned Rainbow Station. This Station has a magnificent backdrop of rivers, lakes, tussock flats, swamps, bush clad mountains and rocky crags. We will enjoy a delightful picnic lunch at Cold Water Creek or Sedgemere before our return is made into the Moleworth/ Tarndale country and the chance to visit the Alpine tarns (Lakes) then

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homeward bound past the historic St. James Station that was once one of New Zealand’s largest private farms until purchased by the Crown in 2007. Before arriving back to the peaceful Hanmer Village.

Our knowledgeable guide Rick will provide commentary and a good dose of humour along the trail.

Friday 15th March DAY FIVE Sadly, today is the day we head home. Rick will drive us back to Christchurch then we fly back up the Island to Tauranga having just spent three great days in the mountains.

TOUR CODE: SO-MOLES VIP MEMBER PRICE: $2190. Non Member Price: $3129 $250 Deposit required on booking. Balance of $1940 by 5th of February 2019.

Single Supplement $276. Includes: Door to Door pickups, Flights, Transport, 2 x Guided Station Tours, Accommodation, All entries and Meals as listed.

Mystery Tour Thursday 14th March A new destination for the No.8 Members, today we won’t be traveling too far from home so there’ll be more time to experience what this venue has to offer. A perfect place to socialize, enjoy the vista before you, and while away the time. You will hear a good kiwi success story from a bright bubbly host, which I’m sure you will find appealing. Be sure to prepare your taste buds for a treat today. (Just a clue from an insider.)

TOUR CODE: NMY-MAR VIP MEMBER PRICE: $155. Non Member Price: $221.43 Includes: Transport, Talk, Tour and Meals as listed.

Autumn Colours of the Pacific East Coast Highway

Friday 22nd March DAY FOUR

This morning we’ll enjoy the coastal views all the way to Whakatane we’ll stop along the way for morning tea and some lunch. Our destination for the evening is Te Kaha a small New Zealand community situated in the near Opotiki. We’ll spend our night at the stylish Te Kaha Resort overlooking the shimmering waters of The Eastern Bay of Plenty. Fall asleep to the sound of waves lapping at the shores just meters from your room.

This morning we celebrate autumn as a wonderful season, travelling to Eastwood Hill, the National Arboretum of New Zealand, which encompasses 135 hectares of exotic and native trees, shrubs and climber plantings. The botanical collection planted by Douglas Cook is regarded as the largest and most comprehensive collection of Northern Hemisphere trees south of the equator. After a guided tour through this colourful wonderland we take morning tea and lunch with our hosts. After lunch, we travel on to the small rural town of Wairoa enjoying the rugged hill country views. This evening we’ll be settling in for the evening at the Wairoa Vista Motor Lodge with dinner at the onsite Restaurant.

Wednesday 20th March DAY TWO

Saturday 23rd March DAY FIVE

Our journey continues along the Great Pacific Highway, passing through small settlements, an area steeped in Maori history. We will visit St Mary and Tikitiki churches to view their lovely carvings. We call in at beautiful Waihau Bay with its sweep of white sands beach, and take time to stroll out onto the historic Hicks Bay Wharf. Some of the country’s finest Manuka honey and oils are produced in the area, in what is developing into a significant industry. We will stop at East Cape Manuka for some insights into this fascinating industry and what it has done for the local economy. After lunch, we amble along the seaside road to Cape Runaway, where those feeling energetic climb the steps to the East Cape lighthouse, to be rewarded with breath-taking views from the top. We spend the night in either Te Puia Springs or Tokomaru Bay, depending on the size of the group.

We enjoy a great meal and local entertainment at the local seaside hotel.

The home of the ‘Children of the Mist,’ the Tuhoe people, is our destination for the day. Te Urewera National Forest Park is a 212,600-hectare temperate rainforest and the largest single tract of native forest in the North Island. The Park has an abundance of native birdlife with many rare lizards and our native bat. We will drive through native bush to Lake Waikaremoana in the heart of the park. The North Island’s deepest lake (250 metres) is surrounded by ancient native forests and features many dramatic waterfalls. Enjoy an informative talk about the region from the local Department of Conservation. We’ll return to Wairoa Vista Motor Lodge for evening’s accommodation.

Tuesday 19th March DAY ONE

Thursday 21st March DAY THREE From Tokomaru we detour to gorgeous Anaura Bay, then travel to the small rural town of Tolaga Bay for morning tea. After refreshments, we walk along the historic Tolaga Bay wharf, New Zealand’s longest, a 660m pier which stretches out in front of huge blue papa cliffs.

Continuing our journey, we pass sheep and cattle farms in rugged hill country before arriving back on the coast at Tatapouri Bay’s ‘stingray experience.’ Here we learn about the local little blue penguins, mako sharks, dolphins and of course, the friendly stingrays. If the tides are favourable we will be able to feed the rays on the reef. From Tatapouri, it’s a short drive to the city of Gisborne, better known as 'Gissy,' the city enjoys some of the best weather in New Zealand. This evening accommodation will be at The Quality Hotel Emerald where we’ll enjoy our diner at the onsite Restaurant.

Sunday 24th March DAY SIX Leaving Wairoa, we travel across the Mohaka Viaduct (the tallest in Australasia) and continue on to Lake Tutira over the ‘devil’s elbow’ to reach Napier City, New Zealand’s famed art deco capital. We will learn about the city’s history on an art deco focused tour guided by a local historian. We’ll then settle into our night’s accommodation at The Scenic Hotel-Te Pania, styled to complement its remarkable location on the edge of the beautiful Hawkes Bay. Tonight, we will dine at the onsite Restaurant.

Monday 25th March DAY SEVEN This morning we’ll make our way back to Tauranga via the Napier Taupo, enjoying photographic opportunities along the way including Kaweka, Ahimanawa Forest Ranges and Waipunga Falls. We’ll stop for a bite to eat at the Tarawera Café along the Highway and have a comfort stop in Rotorua before heading home to Tauranga.

TOUR CODE: NM-EASTCO VIP MEMBER PRICE: $1950. Non Member Price: $2786 $250 Deposit required on booking. Balance of $1700 by 16th of February 2019.

Single Supplement $370. Includes: Door to Door pickups, Transport, Accommodation, All entries, Local guide and Meals as listed.

Raglan Cruise Thursday 28th March See some lovely countryside today as we travel over to Raglan, we stop along the way for morning tea, then board the Wahinemoe luxury houseboat, it’s a spectacular venue for our special group today it will offer amazing views and fascinating geology to discover whilst cruising Raglans Whaingaroa Harbour. We will be enjoying Fish and Chips on board for our lunch today of course Its Friday!

TOUR CODE: ND-RAGCR1 VIP MEMBER PRICE: $175. Non Member Price: $250 Includes: Transport, Cruise and Meals as listed.

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April 2019 Fascinating to a Tea – Zealong Plantation Teahouse Thursday 4th April We are in for a real treat today, as we head to Hamilton there will be a stop for morning tea and lunch along the way before we arrive at Zealong Tea you’ll learn the fascinating story behind Zealong, see how tea is made, experience a traditional tea ceremony, explore tea’s rich history and culture, enjoy high tea/tiffin or relax over a cup of the world’s purest tea, with stunning views over the only tea plantation in New Zealand. I couldn't think of a better way to spend this springtime day, beautiful location, great company and the best cup of tea ever.

TOUR CODE: ND-SZEAL VIP MEMBER PRICE: $205. Non Member Price: $292.86 Includes: Transport, Tour and Meal as listed.

1831 Wallingford Homestead Stay, Akitio and Cape Turnagain, Station Homes Monday 8th April DAY ONE Our adventure begins once all the team are on board, we point the dial South East and strike out for parts unknown in the name of discovery. On the East Coast of Hawkes Bay lies beautiful rugged hill country and hidden farming communities tucked away and bordered by raw unforgiving coastlines. To get to these hidden treasures, we first travel into the Hawkes Bay, stopping for morning tea and lunch at the scenic Tarawera Café. Mid-afternoon has us arriving at our accommodation for two memorable nights. Staying at the Historic Wallingford Homestead, built in 1831. Home of the famous Ormond family, we will be hosted by Jen Ormond. The Homestead itself is the largest single story house in the southern hemisphere the vast size lends itself to spacious bedrooms, an abundance of private veranda’s, courtyards, and intimate spaces. Relax, soak up this incredible property, walk the extensive mature gardens, or perhaps take a swim in the heated pool. Tonight, we will have a wonderful private meal in the dining room, our chef for our two night’s stay holds the NZ Hallmark of Excellence Award for NZ Beef and Lamb.

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Tuesday 9th April DAY TWO After our country style breakfast, we will take time to have a tour of the homestead and grounds, learning a little more of the history of the property and the great contributions to New Zealand the Ormond family has made over the past generations. We then connect with our local guide to travel out to the coast stopping for a photo at the world’s longest place name and have a High Tea lunch at Chapelwick Homestead, a wonderful 1920 George Hunter property, then continuing to Porangahau and Herbertville Beach’s to view the prominent headland of Cape Turnagain. The cape was named by Captain James Cook in 1769. On his journey of discovery, he sailed south to this point before deciding to turn and head north around New Zealand. At his point, we will turn again ourselves, heading back to our lavish Wallingford Homestead, stopping for an ice cream at Wimbledon Tavern on the way.

Wednesday 10th April DAY THREE Today we travel the country roads through to Akitio Beach, an area steeped in early farming history, then to the historic 1886 Marainanga Homestead. This magnificent home looks like it has come straight from the pages of ‘Gone with The Wind’. We will have the privilege of taking a guided tour of this magnificent private home by owners Cecil and Mathew Radford. We will enjoy a lovely morning tea with our hosts before meeting with Dan Ramsden in the historic 1883 Moanaroa Woolshed. Dan’s have owned Moanaroa Stion since 1908.

We then take a scenic drive through beautiful countryside, stopping briefly at Whare Whare Station to view the towering Redwood driveway. We stop at the famous Pongaroa Pub for lunch, then travel over the Puketoi Ranges making way to Dannevirke for the night.

Thursday 11th April DAY FOUR This morning we head to the great Fantasy Cave it is sure to put a spell on you, hidden in the provinces of the North Island this attraction has been entertaining children and adults for 25 years. A little-known den of escapism run by an elite core of camera shy cave dwellers. After a tour and morning tea, we then travel Highway 50 to lunch at Silky Oak Chocolates before making our way home.

TOUR CODE: NM-WALL VIP MEMBER PRICE: $1710. Non Member Price: $2443 $250 Deposit required on booking. Balance of $1460 by 4th of March 2019.

Single Rooms $195 (Limited, please ask). Includes:

Door to Door pickups, Transport, All entries and Meals as listed.

Welcome Back Kaikoura – Coastal Pacific By Rail Friday 12th April DAY ONE Pickups complete we arrive at the Tauranga Airport and take the short flight to Christchurch and make our way to the Hotel. We will have lunch, then drive around Christchurch seeing how the city is progressing on its rebuild. This evening we will dine at the Christchurch RSA.

Saturday 13th April DAY TWO We are up early this morning, with a short trip down the road to catch the reinstated Coastal Pacific Train. Once settled into our seats and underway we can enjoy breakfast with an ever-changing view.

Our Coastal train Journey north will run from Christchurch through Kaikoura then on to Picton, where we will turn around and travel back to Kaikoura. You will see some of New Zealand’s most incredible scenery. It’s the perfect way to travel and with the added wonder of seeing the quake damage first hand. We will pass through the patchwork farmlands of the Canterbury Plains and journey over the regions magnificent braided rivers. The Coastal Pacific train is rated one of New Zealand’s best scenic train trips, with an on board licensed café, GPS triggered (at-seat) commentary and open air-viewing, it’s an unforgettable experience and a relaxing journey for all. Once we reach the coastal town of Picton, at the head of the Marlborough’s sounds, we will hop off the train stretch the legs for half an hour, then return to the train to cruise the rails once again along the rugged coast line to our final destination Kaikoura. Arriving mid-afternoon, we will bus the short distance to our seaside accommodation then out for tea.

Sunday 14th April DAY THREE Just after midnight on 14 November 2016, most of central New Zealand woke following a 7.8 magnitude earthquake 60km south west of the coastal town of Kaikōura. Generating the strongest ground acceleration ever recorded in New Zealand and caused widespread damage throughout the districts of Hurunui, Marlborough and Kaikōura. With close to a million cubic metres of rock and material falling onto the coastal transport corridor, Kaikōura and the surrounding rural communities were isolated - all roads and the rail network in and out of the area were damaged and closed by the slips. This major event disrupted the lives of many: homes were

damaged, businesses were closed, farms left with damaged land and no access to markets for their goods, and communities devastated by the loss of trade from passing traffic and tourists. Today we will be joined on the bus by local resident and business owner Ben Judge who will explain first hand events of that day he will point out major geological changes and provide an insight into living post quake around the region. Along the way we will stop for lunch and return mid afternoon to our accommodation.

Monday 15th April DAY FOUR We have an exciting day in store, we will be armed with sonar rather than the cold steel harpoon of centuries gone by. Kaikoura's whale watching is one of New Zealand's deservedly famous attractions.

Whale Watch is the original guided cruise company to take trips out along the Kaikoura coast and view these magnificent whales and other amazing marine life. Just offshore from the town of Kaikoura a deep undersea canyon attracts an extraordinary abundance of marine life, the most famous being the Sperm Whale. As the Whale watching capital of New Zealand, every Whale Watch tour is a unique experience and the sightings vary. Giant Sperm Whales are the stars of the show and year-round residents. A typical Whale Watch tour may encounter New Zealand Fur Seals, pods of Dusky Dolphins and the endangered Wandering Albatross. Depending on the season you may also see migrating Humpback Whales, Pilot Whales, Blue Whales and Southern Right Whales. Kaikoura often hosts the worlds largest dolphin the Orca and is home to the worlds smallest and rarest marine dolphin the Hectors. Our expedition will take 3.5hrs and will be cancelled if the weather is not suitable. We have a plan B up our sleeve if this is the case. Once we return from a great few hours on the water we will return and spend a relaxing afternoon exploring around Kaikoura and walking some of the easy coastal walks available.

Tuesday 16th April DAY FIVE After breakfast we travel from Kaikoura up the coast, watching for the many seals dotted along this rugged coastline. Crossing the Hapuku River we will make our way inland up the stunning Puhi Puhi River Valley, the Seaward Kaikoura Mountains will stand above us, as we make our way up the valley to Puhi Puhi Station. We will spend our day with our Host Nicky McArthur. Nicky will provide a Tour and informative talk on this important reserve as well. Nicky has a harrowing story to tell of the earthquake and significant loss of property and damage to the station. Puhi Puhi Station is also home to one of the two remaining colonies in the world of the endangered Hutton's shearwater, which nest in burrows high in the

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mountains. The establishment of a charitable trust for the protection of this endangered seabird set in motion the process to have the entire upper area protected, in perpetuity, under a QE. Nicky is not only a member of this trust but also convenor of the Friends of the Hutton's Shearwater, formed to ensure the future of this endangered species. This will be a fabulous day and we will head back to our accommodation in Kaikoura for our last evening in this lovely location.

Wednesday 17th April DAY SIX This morning we travel back to Christchurch then home. Travelling via the very picturesque Inland Road, stopping at a lovely local café for morning tea. From here we will make our way through lovely mountain scenery on to Christchurch airport and home.

TOUR CODE: SO-KAIK VIP MEMBER PRICE: $2790. Non Member Price: $3929 $500 Deposit required on booking. Balance of $2500 by 1st of March 2019.

Mystery Tour Monday 15th April Gee Wizz, we are so close to just telling you were we are going... but that would spoil the fun. Just be sure not to miss this one! Here’s a clue, the National Geographic Magazine has named this area one of the Worlds 50 Greatest Destinations; in their ‘Places of a Lifetime’ publication, and it’s not far from your own doorstep. A stunning 180 degree green and blue view from this location should be enough to satisfy even the most travelled connoisseurs. This may even inspire you to take out pen and paper and bring out the romantic in you.

Bring your binoculars and take some licence! Some of the best scenery NZ has to offer plus a satisfying lunch to look forward to.

TOUR CODE: NMY-APR VIP MEMBER PRICE: $215. Non Member Price: $307.14 Includes: Transport, Talk, Tour and Meals as listed.

Single Supplement $415. Includes: Door to Door pickups, Flights, Coastal Pacific Train Journey, Whale Watching, Transport, Accommodation, Tours, All entries and Meals as listed.

Lake Rotomahana Boat Cruise Wednesday 24th April

“We visit interesting people in many interesting places.”

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This will be a fabulous day, enjoying a boat cruise on Lake Rotomahana. This beautiful lake has its own separate geothermal system, with the amazing thermal activity that can only be seen from the vessel during your boat cruise. One of New Zealand’s most beautiful, unspoilt, natural wilderness areas, the lake and surrounding land are protected from development. Patiti Island, in the middle of the Lake, has been restored to an almost predator free state by the Waimangu Volcanic Valley and is now a haven for New Zealand native birds. Soak in all this amazing nature experience and then we are off for a hearty Pub lunch at the Waiotapu Tavern.

TOUR CODE: ND-ROTOCR VIP MEMBER PRICE: $175. Non Member Price: $250 Includes: Transport, Scenic Cruise and Meal as listed.

April - May 2019 Te Anau, Doubtful Sound, Mavora Lakes and Walter Peak Station Tuesday 30th April DAY ONE

Flying from Tauranga we skip over snow covered mountains to land in spectacular Queenstown. This is the time to visit, to enjoy the intense autumn colours. We will meet our tour guide and travel the edge of Lake Wakatipu making our way through to Te Anau the gateway to Fiordland, enjoying the scenery and a local’s perspective of the area.

Once checked into our lakeside accommodation we will meet for dinner and discuss the day’s events and plan for the next.

Wednesday 1st May DAY TWO Enjoy breakfast, whilst taking in the lake and mountain views. At 9.00am we meet our bus then we will immerse ourselves in the vast and untouched wilderness of Doubtful Sound, the second largest fiord in Fiordland National Park.With its rugged peaks, verdant rainforest and twisting, hidden inlets, Doubtful Sound will take your breath away. Home to abundant wildlife you may see bottlenose dolphins and fur seals at play or catch a glimpse of a rare Fiordland Crested Penguin. Getting to Doubtful Sound is an adventure in itself.

With no direct road access, the only way you can get to Doubtful Sound is by a cruise across Lake Manapouri and a coach trip over Wilmot Pass. This isolation makes the fiord a very special place, a place only those in the know get to see. Snacks and sandwiches are available for purchase on board. We will arrive back to our accommodation freshen up then enjoy another lovely dinner, feeling uplifted and inspired.

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This day is your day to choose to do what you wish; you have some great options and activities available to you. Glow-worm caves, lake cruises, a day trip to Milford Sound, scenic helicopter flights or perhaps enjoy the award winning 3D film Ata Whenua a virtual

scenic flight featuring the most fantastic natural beauties of the great Fiordland National Park. Or perhaps a leisurely stroll around the shops and cafes of Te Anau chatting to locals.

Friday 3rd May DAY FOUR This morning we meet our guide pick up our picnic lunch then head up the Mararoa River following its braided path until reaching Mavora Lakes, one of the treasures of Southland and part of South-West New Zealand World Heritage Area. They are situated amongst an impressive landscape of mountains, lakes, Beech forest and tussock grassland. We will enjoy a hot drink and our picnic morning tea in this wonderful spot, then travel on up the hidden burn following the Von River We will have the Thompson Mountains on one side, Eyre Mountains on our other. We will pass through the high-country Station of Mount Nicholas before edging around Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak Station, enjoying wonderful views few get to experience.

At Walter Peak walk around the wonderful homestead gardens and buildings. For lunch the BBQ will be fired up and enjoyed before its time to board the TSS Earnslaw for a cruise across Lake Wakatipu and back to Queenstown, Arriving at Rydges our Lakeside accommodation. The restaurant is available for those still with an appetite.

Saturday 4th May DAY FIVE Alas, it is time to head home; we will be catching our flight back home, full of wonderful memories.

TOUR CODE: SO-TEAN VIP MEMBER PRICE: $2490. Non Member Price: $3557 $500 Deposit required on booking. Balance of $1990 by 27th of March 2019.

Milford Sound Tour for DAY THREE – Optional We can book for you $155 + $25 packed lunch Single Supplement $240. Includes: Door to Door pickups, Flights, Transport, Cruise, All Tours Fully Escorted, Accommodation, All entries and Meals as listed. **Thursday 2nd May DAY THREE: Lunch at Milford Sounds only. www.no8tours.co.nz | Waikato 07 929 4488 | Bay of Plenty 07 579 3981 |

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May 2019 Mystery Tour Monday 6th May Tighten the corset today, yes ladies as well….as your in for some fun, side splitting laughs. Your artistic DNA will awaken and transport you into worlds believable. Perceptions challenged, what is real and what is illusion. Curious yet? Well... if that hasn’t whet the appetite then the ‘superb’ lunch experience will surely satisfy your dietary cravings. And wait, there’s more... We will journey through some glorious scenery today, soothed by the calm ramblings of your driver guide.

TOUR CODE: NMY-MAY VIP MEMBER PRICE: $158. Non Member Price: $225.71 Includes: Transport, Talk, Tour and Meals as listed.

Rangitikei River Lodges, Whitecliffs Boulders and Gentle Annie Wednesday 8th May DAY ONE Today we head south by bus stopping for morning tea along the way and plan to have lunch in stunning Taupo, before we get back on the road and travel through The Tree Trunk Gorge, which will take you on a picturesque journey through the Kaimanawa Forest Park.

We pass through classic central North Island beech forest, across streams and rivers and over two impressive gorges as we track along the upper section of the Tongariro River, until we find ourselves at the Waiouru National Army Museum, which is New Zealand’s largest military museum with a unique collection of military exhibits and memorabilia. Departing for Taihape we travel to our accommodation The Aspen Court Motel, with plenty of time to freshen up and meet for dinner at Gumboot Manor next door.

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Thursday 9th May DAY TWO After our breakfast, we go in to the Taihape Village for a spot of shopping and a wander around this quaint little town, before departing for Rangitikei River Valley Lodge and a good old hearty country lunch and tour, during which you will hear more about the history of this magnificent piece of paradise. Time permitting, we will take a short drive to the fabulous Wool Company outlet shop, after updating the winter woolies we will to Taihape for dinner.

Friday 10th May DAY THREE It’s a new day and we are off again, this time travelling to a hidden treasure tucked away above the Rangitikei River. Surrounded by tall Kahikatea Forest lies huge perfectly round stone boulders much like the famous Moeraki Boulders, the difference here being that they are covered in the most vibrant emerald green moss. This little known natural attraction hasn’t yet come to the attention of the tourist masses and we are very privileged to be having a guided tour of the boulders with the land owners. After our visit to the builders we will stop at a local café for lunch before visiting the incredible Mokai Canyon once a popular bungee jumping point. This business has gone but this spectacular geological feature is still there for us to explore. Once done we will head back to Taihape and meet again for dinner.

Saturday 11th May DAY FOUR This morning we head to Hunterville and meet a not so 'Old MacDonald', of Alba Custom Knives. John produces custom steel knives for people all around the world and runs a popular school for keeping this traditional art form alive. We then continue on a scenic drive through to Makoura Lodge. Makoura Lodge can be best described as picturesque, elevated high above the river, secluded, surrounded by spectacular rural vistas. We will have an amazing lunch and learn about the history of the farm and lodge owned privately by one family since 1896. We then turn back to Taihape taking another scenic route, stopping briefly to look at the Historic Rangitikei Viaduct.

Sunday 12th May DAY FIVE Well today it’s time to pack up and leave this stunning region. We travel back to the magnificent Rangitikei River and visit the Historic Springvale Bridge. We then travel over the Gentle Annie on past the Ngamatea Station gates, arriving at Kuripapango for a picnic morning tea, a chance to stretch the legs and view the Ngaruroro River. We continue onto Silky Oak Chocolates for Lunch making our way home.

TOUR CODE: NM-RNGTK VIP MEMBER PRICE: $1520. Non Member Price: $2171 $250 Deposit required on booking. Balance of $1270 by 5th of April 2019.

Single Supplement $240. Includes: Door to Door pickups, Transport, Accommodation, All entries for Activities and Meals as listed.

Willowbrook Private Country Estate Thursday 16th May WOW we have been waiting for an opportunity to visit this unforgettable property, we have watched its progression from plans posted online, to now having the privilege to be guided through this Private Country Estate with Georgian Manor House. Beginning with the purchase of 30acres which had once been an apple orchard.

Owners Peter and David, together set to work drafting plans for the house and architectural features as well as creating a plan for the landscape gardens which were designed in the manner of the 18th century English style. For 7 years, they spent all their spare time setting out the gardens and landscaping, with the help of devoted friends. They have created a collection of stunning themed gardens and outdoor rooms, blended harmoniously with the surrounding countryside. After 3 years of construction, the jewel of Willowbrook – The Manor – was finally completed in 2016. We will enjoy a lunch and guided tour of this Private Estate.

TOUR CODE: ND-WILLW VIP MEMBER PRICE: $175. Non Member Price: $250 Includes: Transport, Guided Tour and Meal as listed.

Marlborough Sounds – Planes, Trains and Automobiles Monday 20th May DAY ONE Today we shall pick you up from home and drive you over to Otorohanga to catch the Northern Explorer travelling all the way down the North Island. This takes you into the heart of the North Island, through lush green farmland, native forests, over stunning river gorges and across New Zealand’s Volcanic plateau. Highlights include Tongariro National Park and the Raurimu Spiral, an amazing feat of railway engineering. The trip down is wonderfully relaxing; enjoy spectacular views through huge windows and the wonderful commentary through the GPS head phone system. A well stocked café and easy use toilets are facilities on board. At Wellington we will catch a shuttle to our night’s hotel accommodation and once settled in meet again for dinner at the hotel’s restaurant.

Tuesday 21st May DAY TWO Today we’ll have breakfast on the Inter Islander Ferry to cross Cook Strait. The 92 km, three-hour journey between Wellington and Picton is one of New Zealand's most iconic tourist experiences and acknowledged as one of the most spectacular cruises in the world.

Inter Islander's modern fleet of ferries provides a range of seating options to cater for every passenger's comfort. The bars, cafés and food courts, are all designed to let you enjoy your meal in comfort.

Lounges offer reclining chairs from which to enjoy a quiet, relaxing

environment. Take the time to enjoy the ship and explore it at your own pace. Our arrival time into Picton will allow us plenty of time to check into our hotel and then by foot explore this quaint seaside village where we will be staying for the next three nights.

Wednesday 22nd May DAY THREE Today we discover some of Blenheim’s lovely charms, including great scenery en-route from Havelock. Our first stop is the outstanding Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre another one of Sir Peter Jacksons great achievements and fast becoming one of New Zealand’s mustsee attractions, believe me it will surprise. Omaka provides a worldclass destination for the appreciation of historic aircraft of the WW1 era and recently added WW2 exhibition. After we have absorbed all there is to see, we will head for lunch at St Claire’s Vineyard. As well as being an award-winning vineyard it happens to be Marlborough’s favourite wedding venue, with sweeping views of the Richmond Mountains in the distance and great restaurant I’m sure we will have a lovely afternoon. I’m sure we won’t require a big dinner tonight so an option to travel into a local restaurant will be available for anyone still peckish.

Thursday 23rd May DAY FOUR Holly smoke, its time to deliver the mail; we will be exploring the Marlborough Sounds on the Pelorus Mail Run Boat today. Visiting isolated homesteads in secluded bays, mussel farms and meeting the people of Marlborough Sounds. Stop at the gannet colony to watch parent birds tending to their chicks. On this trip we often see dolphins, seals and the many blue penguins in the area. You have to be quick to spot the penguins as they tend to dive down under the water when they see us coming. On the way home, we are often able to stop off at Jacobs Bay and go ashore. This will be another great day out viewing a pristine part of our beautiful country.

Friday 24th May DAY FIVE Today we head for home, say goodbye to Picton, a special slice of paradise and head to Nelson enjoying the beautiful scenery as we go stopping along the way for a quick cup of tea before our flight north.

TOUR CODE: SO-MARLB VIP MEMBER PRICE: $2489. Non Member Price: $3556 $500 Deposit required on booking. Balance of $1989 by 17th of April 2019.

Single Supplement $330. Includes: Door to Door

pickups, Transport, Northern Explorer Train, Interislander Ferry, Accommodation, Mail Boat Cruise, Omaka Aviation, All entries, Flights and Meals as listed. www.no8tours.co.nz | Waikato 07 929 4488 | Bay of Plenty 07 579 3981 |

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Canterbury’s Iconic High Country River Runs Monday 27th May DAY ONE Picked up from home your high-country excursion begins. Starting with a flight into Christchurch where then board our bus and travel along the scenic Inland route to the turquoise Rakaia River. We will drive up to Lake Colleridge and take in the great scenery at the intake, one of Trust Powers Hydro Lakes, surrounded by snow dusted mountains. A brief stop here before Continuing to Methven for our check in once complete we may still have time to look around the shopping precinct late afternoon.

Tuesday 28th May DAY TWO Dress warmly today, we will be picked up from our lodgings by custom built 4wd buses (Easy access, Air-conditioned, heated with large viewing windows) and head up into the snow-clad alps. Our informative guided tour will take us to the shores of Lake Heron and across Lake Heron Sheep and Cattle Station. Our high country exploration will reach Its furthest point up the Rakaia River and finally to Glenfalloch Station. At the station, we get to experience a lovely home cooked lunch and learn about this 10,000ha river run with the Station owners, before making our return off road via the Rakaia River back to Methven.

Wednesday 29th May DAY THREE After a big cooked breakfast, we set our sights for another huge braided river system the Rangitata. We travel to reach arguably New Zealand’s most famous high country Station- Erewhon- a picturesque 35,000-acre sheep and beef property nestled right amongst the

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Southern Alps. This Country provided a magnificent backdrop for The Lord of the Rings movie. The Station includes a Clydesdale Horse Stud.

The horse team are used regularly on the Station to do the cultivating work and heavy wagon transport. Weather permitting, we will take a short wagon ride and a display of an 8-horse team, now that’s horse power! Mid-morning, we then drive to Middle Rock Station, as seen on Country Calendar. Here we will be hosted for lunch and take a transported tour of some of the property. Whilst we dine we will hear a little of the Station history and life in the river valley. As the sunsets early here it will be time to head back to Methven.

Thursday 30th May DAY FOUR Once we are packed and have finished breakfast we head towards the snowy mountains, crossing the Rakaia River once again, but before we do we visit the NZ Alpine and Agricultural Center. This multifaceted walk through encounter uses audio/visual displays, large exhibits showcasing farming and snow sports. The Encounter also has three sub themes, geology, weather and water. We then travel onto our lunch destination, Terrace Downs Resort – ‘Just a little bit posh’. Over lunch we will enjoy the high-country vistas. The site was strategically chosen for its rural tranquility and magnificent scenery by its owners. With lunch finished we then depart to the Christchurch airport for our flight home.

TOUR CODE: SO-HIGH VIP MEMBER PRICE: $2135. Non Member Price: $3050 $250 Deposit required on booking. Balance of $1885 by 17th of April 2019.

Single Supplement $180. Includes: Door to Door pickups, Flights, Transport, Accommodation, All entries, Farm Tours and Meals as listed.

June 2019 Mystery Trip Wednesday 5th June Now these clues maybe a bit obvious in one sense, but I guarantee you this won’t be what you think it maybe. Put down your knitting (or whatever you’re doing) and get on the bus! Today we’ll have you rubbing your hands in the ‘good oil’ and marvelling at the wonders of our four-legged sustainable resource. Im looking forward to counting how many ‘Good Lord’s’, ‘Crickey’s’ and ‘Wow’s’ we will hear today.

We bet you didn’t know half of what goes on behind baaaarn doors!

Intrigue may momentarily distract you from the ‘delicimo’ lunch to follow. Such incredible Kiwi ingenuity although not much No.8 wire to be seen here! Anyway, it will be a great time for a good yarn.

TOUR CODE: NMY-JUNE VIP MEMBER PRICE: $175. Non Member Price: $250 Includes: Transport, Talk, Tour and Meals as listed.

Mid-winter Xmas Lunch Tuesday 11th June Is it too early for a Midwinter Xmas... of course not. Any excuse to get together at a lovely venue for a great lunch, a good social catch up and the opportunity to be informed with what is install for the new club catalogue ISSUE 13. We will put a slide show together presenting new tours and some pictures of the club members out there doing it!!

We look forward to catching up with all there.

TOUR CODE: ND-WINTXM VIP MEMBER PRICE: $195. Non Member Price: $278.57 Includes: Transport and Meal as listed.

Raurimu Spiral, The Chateau Tongariro and Huka Falls Cruise Thursday 20th June DAY ONE Be driven by bus to Otorohanga and board the Over Lander travelling to National Park Station via the Raurimu Spiral. Hopefully enjoying snow clad views of Tongariro and Ruapehu, from the very well-appointed train station café. Here we will collect you and drive the magnificent Mount Ruapehu road to the ‘Bruce’ car park and Cafe, taking in the views and afternoon tea. Our accommodation for the night is the Grand Tongariro Chateau located at the base of Mt Ruapehu, a lovely nostalgic destination offering great views of Tongariro and Ruapehu. We will enjoy a three-course meal in the warm atmospheric restaurant and relax in the Chateau lounge with the crackling fire and piano playing in the back ground.

Friday 21st June DAY TWO After a hearty cooked breakfast at the Chateau we shall depart making our way through wonderful mountain scenery back to Taupo.

Once we arrive, we will board the Huka Boat River Cruise for an hour and a half tour to the head of these powerful falls. A real New Zealand experience with crystal clear water, birdlife and native bush lined riverbanks. See natural hot streams and the earth's energy that drives Wairakei Geothermal Power Station. Enjoy lunch, complimentary tea and coffee while cruising on water that is always calm. After this interesting expedition, we shall then make our way back home to Tauranga.

TOUR CODE: NM-CHAT VIP MEMBER PRICE: $725. Non Member Price: $1036 $250 Deposit required on booking. Balance of $475 by 15th of May 2019.

Single Supplement $155. Includes: Door to Door pickups, Transport, Northern Explorer Train, Accommodation, Huka Falls River Cruise, All entries and Meals as listed.

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Frequently Asked Questions 1. Do I have luggage limits?

Yes, we do have limits this is for 23 kgs for your main suitcase and 7 kgs for your carry-on bag.

2. Can I request special dietary requirements?

We can request special dietary requirements for the meals throughout the tour and this will be passed onto the suppliers, however we can't guarantee the suppliers can always do this.

3. Can I request special room requirements?

All the rooms No.8 Tours books are normally Studio Rooms with 1 large shared bed or 2 separate beds, these are booked well in advance and therefore we are limited to that size room. So, this can limit special requests as far as extra beds are concerned. We can however request the Accommodation Provider with some more specific request such as adjoining rooms.

4. Do you rotate seats on the bus?

No.8 Tours does operate a daily seat rotation, however if all the passengers are happy with their current seating then this isn't made compulsory. This will be left up to your No.8 Tours Guides discretion.

happy to offer the Door to Door pick up service to you if you are out of this region, however there will be a small fee for this.

8. How many vouchers can I redeem towards a tour payment?

As a way of showing our appreciation for your custom No.8 Tours provides a complimentary $15.00 travel voucher automatically every time you take an overnight tour with us. You can redeem this voucher with us the next time you book on an overnight tour.

The way it works is that you can only redeem 1 Voucher on overnight tours, this can be used when you pay your deposit or your final balance, but not on both.

If you have traveled as a couple you will each receive 1 Travel voucher, that you can put toward your next overnight Tour of your choice.

Please note the $15.00 voucher can only be redeemed on our overnight tours.

9. How do I earn Airpoints™ with No.8 Tours?

No.8 Tours does not currently provide Travel Insurance; however, we can recommend a company that we feel would be suitable, this is available on request.

You can earn Airpoints™ with No.8 Tours when we are using Air New Zealand Flights, this is for all the No.8 Tours that involve flights throughout New Zealand apart from Great Barrier.

All you need to do is get in contact with us and let us know your Airpoints™ Number which we can then add into our database and provide to Air New Zealand every time a flight is included in a No.8 Tour.

6. Can I change my flights that are part of the tour?

10. How do I become a VIP Member?

5. Does No.8 Tours provide Travel Insurance?

If you would like to cancel a flight that is included in the tour you can.

Unfortunately, there will be a fee to do this, as we prebook all our flights well in advance. We cannot rebook an additional flight for you.

7. Where is the free pick up service from?

No.8 Tours offers a Free Door to Door Service around the wider Tauranga Area, this being from Waihi Township through to TePuke.

We reserve the right to use our discretion on a case by case basis for the Free pick up service outside of this region. We are more than

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This is very easy to do all you need to do is phone or email No.8 Tours with a request to become a member and we will get all your details.

We then add you to our Database and send a catalogue out to you.

There may be a situation when you have a friend who would like to travel with you and they are not a member and you are wondering if they could receive the VIP rates as well? The answer to this is yes, as you have introduced them to No.8 Tours. And of course, if they would like to become a member they just do the same process.

Reservation Terms and Conditions 1. Day trips

6. Insurance (New Zealand)

Payment Required on Booking.

If you need to cancel please let us know well in advance 48 hours the latest, the sooner we know the better as we can look at replacing you.

We usually have a large reserve list and if possible, we can then find a replacement and reimburse you the money into your bank account or we can offer you a No.8 Tours Credit Note to put towards a No.8 Tour of your choice.

Note; if we cannot find a replacement we can only reimburse any cost that we haven't incurred or offer you the balance in a No.8 Tours Credit Note towards another No.8 Tour of your choice.

For tours in all other regions No.8 Tours wants to keep your holiday bookings simple and as stated in our cancelations we will reimburse where possible costs that haven't been incurred. If an accident happens to you whilst you are on holiday and are a NZ Citizen this will generally be covered by ACC. So, this is a personal decision for each customer to make at the time of booking your tour. If however you are not a New Zealand resident you will need to take out comprehensive insurance cover for, medical expenses, personal accident, personal baggage, money and public liability before embarking on a No.8 Tour Holiday.

2. Over night tours

7. If we cancel or change your holiday

Payment of your deposit is required when booking your holiday.

Payment of the Balance: Full payment is due no later than the date stated.

Late Reservations: Full payment is required on booking.

Please note that prices may be subject to change from 30 days prior to Tours departure date, due to supplier’s cancellation policies.

No.8 Tours reserves the right to alter the cost, itinerary or accommodation should the occasion demand it and are not responsible for additional costs that may arise through events beyond their control eg: storms, strikes.

No.8 Tours will do their best, at their discretion, to select accommodation, sightseeing tours and transportation to give you good value for money.

3. Cancellations

8. Medical

If you need to cancel where it is at all possible we will refund you.

We normally will have a reserve list and where we can if possible we will try to find a replacement for your seat.

Once this has been confirmed we can then reimburse the money back into your bank account or if you would prefer you can hold a No.8 Tours credit note with No.8 Tours and use this on another tour of your choice with No.8 Tours.

Note; if we cannot find a replacement we can only reimburse any cost that we haven't incurred or offer you the balance in a No.8 Tours Credit Note towards another No.8 Tour of your choice.

Please notify No.8 Tours of significant medical issues so that No.8 Tours can notify you of any potential risks that may present themselves as part of a tour. No.8 Tours reserves the right to deny/ refuse a booking on medical grounds. It is your responsibility to bring your medication. In the event that it has been left behind once travelling please notify your guide, so arrangements can be made to replace this.

Please read the newsletter carefully for those items included in the price. No allowance or refund can be made for meals, accommodation, excursions that you don’t do.

No.8 Tours strives to provide a safe, enjoyable and memorable travel experience for all passengers.

Passengers are required to advise No.8 Tours, in advance, of any physical, medical or other special needs that require accommodation.

If travelling overseas it is your responsibility to have a valid passport and all visas, permits and certificates required for your selected tour as well as any necessary vaccinations and to comply with all applicable laws.

No.8 Tours is not responsible for any costs incurred as a result of failing to obtain necessary visas.

For Air NZ Domestic Flights throughout New Zealand for airport security purposes we now require a form of photo identification and your correct names not nicknames.

5. Insurance (Over Seas Travel) If travelling overseas, it is compulsory that you take out comprehensive insurance cover for cancellation, medical expenses, personal accident, personal baggage, money and public liability before embarking on a No.8 Tours overseas holiday. Please check that the insurance covers all of the activities that you are going to be participating in. Some policies exclude certain activities.

At No.8 Tours we pride ourselves with being able to give personal service to each individual customer, however unfortunately we are not caregivers and are not qualified to give individuals who aren't in an able-bodied health the time and attention they may need to make their tour a memorable experience. We are more than happy for you to join us if you have a caregiver that can come along too and help you along the way.

10. Behaviour No.8 Tours is not a common carrier and therefore can refuse to carry a person whose behavior is detrimental to the enjoyment of the group.

By travelling with No.8 Tours you agree to accept the authority of the driver/guide and accept their decisions. Our staff are entitled to a safe working environment and our passengers to a great holiday. Any threats to safety, being physical or verbal, or inappropriate behavior may result in removal from the trip. If a guide requires a passenger to leave the trip no refunds will be given and the passenger in question will be responsible for their own travel costs from that point.

Tour payments Deposit on Booking. Instalment and Balance as per date listed.

Payment method Eftpos, Cheque, Credit Card (MasterCard, Visa) and Online Banking.

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Keith our driver was excellent, very helpful and obliging. The new bus is a big improvement on the previous bus.

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Please pass on our thanks to Andy and Alberto, we enjoyed their company. At the time we thought it was a bit dear for us. But we felt at the end it was great value for money.

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An absolutely fantastic four days. We were so lucky to have both Franz and Harry as our Tour guides and Shane as our driver, nothing was too much bother. Each day everything fell into place without any hiccups. I look forward to doing this trip all over again next year.

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