One Test Wonder

7 - 19 March 2008

Fly direct into Christchurch for 3 nights and then on to the 2nd Test in Wellington. Optional extensions (also fully hosted) available to stunning Queenstown and/or the gorgeous Bay of Islands.

 
 
Tour Prices (per person)
  Double/Twin

£ 2,695

 
  Single

£ 3,150

 
  Business Class Upgrade

£ 2,595

 
 
 

  TOUR ITINERARY

 
           
  Fri 7 Mar In flight   Depart London Heathrow at 22:15 on Singapore Airlines SQ321 (or depart Manchester International at 10:00 on SQ327)  
           
  Sat 8 Mar In flight   Arrive in Singapore at 18:55. Depart at 21:05 on SQ297 (or arrive from Manchester International at 07:10)  
           
  Sun 9 Mar Crowne Plaza Hotel, Christchurch   Arrive in Christchurch at 11:55
Coach transfer to hotel. Remainder of day at leisure
 
           
  Mon 10 March     Full day tour including a stunning train journey on the Tranz Alpine Railway through the southern alps to Arthur's Pass.  On arrival, enjoy jet-boating and lunch on a high country farm. Transfer back to Christchurch by coach.

Welcome Cocktail party this evening
 
           
  Tue 11 Mar     Day at leisure or time to explore Christchurch and the surrounding area. Kaikora is one of the most popular whale watching locations in the world, but if you prefer to stay on dry land there are other optional tours you could take (supplement payable for optional tours)  
           
  Wed 12 Mar Holliday Inn, Wellington   Depart Christchurch on your flight to Wellington.  Upon arrival we take a tour of the city including a guided tour of New Zealand's renowned national museum - Te Papa  
           
  Thu 13 - Mon 17 Mar

  2nd Test, Basin Reserve, Wellington
Daily return match transfers included
 
           
  Fri 14 Mar   Celebrity Cricket function this evening. Enjoy canapes and drinks whilst hearing from and chatting personally with New Zealand legend Sir Richard Hadlee  
           
  Mon 17 Mar     Farewell dinner this evening, including 3 courses and drinks  
           
  Tue 18 Mar     Depart for Auckland at 10:00 on Air New Zealand NZ418 Arrive Auckland at 11:00 to connect with Singapore Airlines.
Depart Auckland at 13:25 on Singapore Airlines flight SQ286 Arrive Singapore at 18:40.
Depart at 23:20 on SQ322 (or depart at 23:55 on SQ328 for Manchester International)
 
           
  Wed 19 Mar     Arrive at London Heathrow at 05:25  
           
  Alternatively, continue on our Bay of Islands and/or Queenstown optional extensions and depart New Zealand on 23 or 28 March, and/or enjoy a leisurely return home by breaking the journey with a Singapore stopover.  
         
           

HOTEL

Crowne Plaza Hotel, Christchurch – 4+ Star
With the city on its doorstep, the Avon river at its side and Victoria square in its front garden, the Crowne is ideally situated to make the most of a visit to Christchurch. All the rooms have a mini bar and tea making facilities. There are 3 restaurants and 2 bars located in the hotel, and many more on the doorstep!

http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/
 

HOTEL

Holiday Inn, Wellington – 4+ Star
The Holiday Inn, Wellington is located near Lambton Quay and has spectacular views over the Harbour. Leisure facilities include an indoor pool, sauna and whirlpool. The restaurant and bar is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, room service is available 24 hours a day. Room facilities include a kitchenette area, individually controlled air conditioning, hairdryer and mini bar.

www.ichotelsgroup.com
 

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