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WELLINGTON / WAIOURU / OHAKUNE / TONGARIRO NATIONAL PARK
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Travel North along the Kapiti coastline and across the Manawatu and Rangatikei Plains toward Tongariro National Park. This is 'Middle Earth' as featured in Lord of The Rings! Visit the National Army Museum, the most comprehensive Army Museum in New Zealand and be moved by the amazing stories of courage, the memorabilia and history. Arrive at Whakapapa where you can catch a chairlift to the Knoll Cafe (own cost). In winter, this area forms the Ruapehu Ski Fields, New Zealand's largest. There are many mountain walking tracks to follow and a fixed wing aircraft flight can be arranged (own cost/must be pre-booked).
Accommodation | | | Bayview Chateau Tongariro, Mt Ruapehu – 4 Star Rating Since early last century, “The Chateau” at Tongariro has occupied a special place in the hearts of New Zealanders. Steeped in history, the Bayview Chateau is a gracious establishment, itself an example of neo-Georgian sophistication and refinement. It is a category 1 Heritage Building with lavish décor and furnishings, lots of velvet and chandeliers combined with mountain views of three towering volcanoes within the heritage listed Tongariro National Park. Restaurants, bars, gymnasiums, sauna and plunge pool, tennis court, cinema and golf course…..staying here isn’t just a delight…it’s a tradition! |
MealsAll meals at own cost. OR purchase an optional meal package at great value!
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 | 1: Ohakune Mountain Village Visit the Ohakune Mountain Village, a quaint ski village full of surprises!... Details » | | | Optional Activities |
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 | 2: Tongariro Walks You are surrounded by stunning mountain scenery unlike anywhere in the world, so if the weather is permitting, don't miss out on a spectacular short walk arranged through the Tongariro Park Headquarters.... Details » | | |  | 3: Mountain Chairlift Ride From the top of "The Bruce", ride two chairlifts to the Knoll Cafe, high above the central plateau with unsurpassed views of this volcanic landscape. You will be amazed!... Details » | | |
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