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Southern Explorer 2010

A 12-Day Trafalgar Tours tour starting from $2,460

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Starting Price:	$2,460
Tour Length:	12 Days
Countries Visited:	New Zealand

Book 6,10 or 12 months in advance save up to 10%
Young Travelers ages 5-17 save 10% off tours
Groups of 5 or more save 5%, 9+ one goes for free
Triple Room Discount available

More Information About This Tour:

Tour Type:

Escorted Tour

Tour Category:

Discovery

Tour Operator:

Trafalgar Tours

Tour Code:

TT-QSOEA-2010

Cities Visited:
Christchurch, Punakaiki, Franz Josef, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Te Anau, Dunedin, Mount Cook

Visit New Zealand''s southern island including the TranzAlpine Train through the Southern Alps. See the pancake Rocks and Blowholes in Punakaiki and be awed at the magnificent Franz Josef Glacier! Visit New Zealand''s adventure capital - Queenstown and cruise Milford Sound. There is so much to see and do in Southern New Zealand and Trafalgar can show you it all!

Sightseeing Highlights

TranzAlpine See the Southern Alps.
Punakaiki See the Pancake Rocks and Blowholes.
Franz Josef See the magnificent Glacier.
Queenstown Spend time in New Zealand''s adventurecapital.
Walter Peak Station Cruise on the TSS Earnslaw tothe station.
Milford Sound Cruise this spectacular wonder ofnature.
Dunedin Tour this ''Scottish city'' including aguided tour of Larnach Castle.
Mount Cook See mighty Mount Cook.
Lake Tekapo View the Church of the Good Shepherd.
Christchurch Discover the sights on theChristchurch Tram.

Dining Highlights

9 Buffet breakfasts
6 dinners in hotels
1 carvery dinner in the Colonel''s Homestead at Walter Peak Station

16 included meals in total (see day by dayitinerary)

First Class Travel Highlights

The services of one of Trafalgar''s professional Tour Directors ontour.
Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar''s luxury air-conditionedmotorcoaches with reclining seats.
Christchurch to Arthur''s Pass on board the TranzAlpine Train.
Airport transfers will be provided on Days 3 & 12 inChristchurch, only for passengers who have booked their flights ona Trafalgar recommended airline and advised Trafalgar of theirflight details.
You''ll stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
All hotel service charges, tips and local taxes are included.
Travel wallet containing tour documents and helpful information.

Days 1 & 2 - Depart USA
We fly over the international date line on our way to Christchurch,New Zealand.

Day 3 - Arrive Christchurch
On arrival in Christchurch you will be transferred to your hotel.After check-in, there''s time at leisure to explore the city, famousfor its gardens and for being the most English city outside ofEngland. Perhaps visit Hagley Park, Canterbury Museum, ChristchurchCathedral or the Botanic Gardens. Tonight enjoy a Welcome Drink anddinner with your Tour Director and traveling companions. (Dinner) Hotel: Novotel Christchurch

Day 4 - TranzAlpine - Punakaiki
We start our day with the spectacular train journey on theTranzAlpine from Christchurch over the Alps to Arthur''s Pass.Later, we''ll see the West Coast rainforest then experience thePancake Rocks and Blowholes on arrival in Punakaiki, where we''llspend the night at our resort right on the waterfront. (Buffetbreakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Punakaiki Resort

Day 5 - Punakaiki - Franz Josef
This morning we visit a New Zealand native greenstone (jade)factory for a jewelry demonstration at Hokitika. Later we arrive atFranz Josef Glacier, the world''s most accessible glacier. See itfrom the air on an optional scenic flight (weather permitting) ortake a glacier hike! (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)Hotel: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Day 6 - Franz Josef - Queenstown (2 nights)
Some spectacular sights are in store for us today. We take in theHaast Pass, Thunder Creek Falls then a trio of lakes - Wanaka,Hawea and Dunstan. We''ll enjoy the tastes of sumptuous stone fruitat Cromwell, the stone fruit capital. Next we visit historic goldmining Arrowtown on the Arrow River, previously one of the world''srichest rivers. We arrive in Queenstown for an orientation tour.Tonight you have the option to dine at the Skyline Restaurant atBob''s Peak via the Southern Hemisphere''ssteepest gondola! Plus you can see the Kiwi Haka Maori Showto top off a great night out. (Buffet breakfast)Hotel: Millennium Hotel

Day 7 - Queenstown at leisure
Explore the action-packed, adventure capital of Queenstown at yourleisure. Take it easy with wine and garden tours, or walk on thewild side with jet boat rides and white watering rafting. Maybe youwould prefer to go sailing or simply relax. This evening we cruiseacross Lake Wakatipu aboard New Zealand''s oldest steamship the TSSEarnslaw to Walter Peak Station for a carvery Highlight Dinner atthe Colonel''s Homestead. An entertaining after dinner farm showprovides a glimpse into high country farming life. (Buffetbreakfast / Highlight dinner)

Day 8 - Milford Sound - Te Anau
We journey over the Devils Stair Case and along Lake Wakatipu''sshore to Te Anau. Travel through the rainforest of the WorldHeritage Fiordland National Park, viewing glaciers and mountainranges. We drive through the hand-hewn Homer Tunnel to abundantphoto opportunities afforded by the Mirror Lakes, Pop''s Lookout,Claudu Valley, the Chasm, Mitre Peak and Bowen Falls beforereaching mystical Milford Sound for a cruise. We return to Te Anauthis evening. Tonight you have the option to tour the Te Anau GlowWorm Caves. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Distinction Hotel

Day 9 - Te Anau - Dunedin
We cross rich fertile faming land of South Otago and on throughGore and Balclutha to Dunedin, which was founded by Scottishsettlers. The afternoon is at leisure. Perhaps take a wildlifecruise to see Penguins and the Royal Albatross, visit the CadburyChocolate Factory or ride the historic Taieri GorgeRailway. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Day 10 - Dunedin - Twizel
Start the day with a guided tour of Larnach Castle and its gardensfollowed by sightseeing of Dunedin. From here we continue ourjourney through Oamaru with its white limestone buildings thenalong the Waitaki River past the Waitaki Hydro Power Scheme andBenmore Dam to Twizel. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: MacKenzie Country Inn

Day 11 - Twizel - Mount Cook - Christchurch
Be prepared for the sensational alpine landscape of Mt. CookNational Park! An optional scenic flight over Mt. Cook is available(weather permitting). Later we''ll continue to Christchurch. Alongthe way we''ll see Lakes Pukaki and Tekapo, visit the Church of theGood Shepherd and travel over the patchwork of the CanterburyPlains. On arrival in Christchurch we''ll discover the highlights ofthe city on the Christchurch Tram. (Buffet breakfast)Hotel: Novotel Christchurch

Day 12 - Christchurch - USA
Time to bid farewell to your Tour Director and new-found friends aswe transfer you to Christchurch Airport to connect with your returnflight home.

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Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
9/10/2010 - 9/21/2010	$2,460
9/17/2010 - 9/28/2010	$2,460
9/24/2010 - 10/5/2010	$2,460
10/1/2010 - 10/12/2010	$2,875
10/8/2010 - 10/19/2010	$2,875
10/15/2010 - 10/26/2010	$2,875
10/22/2010 - 11/2/2010	$2,875
10/29/2010 - 11/9/2010	$2,875
11/5/2010 - 11/16/2010	$2,875
11/12/2010 - 11/23/2010	$2,875
11/19/2010 - 11/30/2010	$2,875
12/3/2010 - 12/14/2010	$2,875
12/10/2010 - 12/21/2010	$2,875
12/17/2010 - 12/28/2010	$2,875
12/31/2010 - 1/11/2011	$2,875
1/7/2011 - 1/18/2011	$2,875
1/21/2011 - 2/1/2011	$2,875
1/28/2011 - 2/8/2011	$2,875
1/31/2011 - 2/11/2011	$2,875
2/4/2011 - 2/15/2011	$2,875
2/7/2011 - 2/18/2011	$2,875
2/18/2011 - 3/1/2011	$2,875
2/21/2011 - 3/4/2011	$2,875
2/25/2011 - 3/8/2011	$2,875
2/28/2011 - 3/11/2011	$2,875
3/4/2011 - 3/15/2011	$2,875
3/7/2011 - 3/18/2011	$2,875
3/11/2011 - 3/22/2011	$2,875
3/14/2011 - 3/25/2011	$2,875
3/18/2011 - 3/29/2011	$2,875
3/21/2011 - 4/1/2011	$2,875
3/25/2011 - 4/5/2011	$2,875
3/28/2011 - 4/8/2011	$2,875

Airfare Disclaimer A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link. Documents TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

Christchurch
Punakaiki
Franz Josef
Queenstown
Milford Sound
Te Anau
Dunedin
Mount Cook

Save on your adventure Down Under with Trafalgar!

Trust the experts to give you more on your 2011 vacation to Australia and New Zealand. Book early to enjoy fantastic savings!

· Save $600 per couple ($300 per person) on air-inclusive vacations*

· Save $300 per couple ($150 per person) on land vacations*

Plus, both offers are combinable with Early Payment Discount, so this equals an additional saving of up to approximately $1485 per couple!**

View Trafalgar 2011 Australia and New Zealand tours

Terms and Conditions: *Valid on new 2010 2011 Australia and New Zealand bookings only when full payment on entire booking (land or land/air) is made between 07/26/10 and 09/30/10. Save $600 per couple ($300 per person) good for air-inclusive bookings and $300 per couple ($150 per person) good for land-only bookings. Valid for tours departing 01/01/11 through 12/31/11. Offer is combinable with brochure discounts and Show Coupons, but not valid with other promotional offers. Not valid on Free & Easy or A La Carte tours. Offer may be withdrawn at any time and is subject to availability. Other conditions may apply. **Sample savings based on Trafalgar’s Early Payment Discount of 10% on Treasures of Australia and New Zealand tour departing 11/02/11 for two, when full payment is made by 11/01/10. CST#2077132-20

Save up to $300 per couple on North America 2011 vacations!

From the United States and Canada to Mexico and Costa Rica, discover all the classics and a few special surprises on your guided vacation with Trafalgar. Book by September 30, 2010 and you’ll save $300 per couple on tours 10 days or more, or $200 per couple on tours 9 days or less.*

Offers end September 30, 2010 – don’t delay!

Save $300 per couple ($150 per person) on tours 10 days or more (code: 150AMER11)

Save $200 per couple ($100 per person) on tours 9 days or less (code: 100AMER11)

*Valid on new 2011 North America bookings only. Full payment on land portion is due between August 9, 2010 and September 30, 2010. Travel must be completed between January 1, 2011 and December 31, 2011. Offer is combinable with brochure discounts and Show Coupons. Promotion can be booked online. Applicable for groups; subject to availability. Promotion code must be mentioned at time of booking. Offer may be withdrawn at any time. Subject to availability.

Trafalgar Great Ways to Save

Trafalgar offers great savings and discounts to help you stretch your money.

Past passengers save 5% off of the land on most tour itineraries.

There are also Early Payment Discount and Young Traveller Discounts just to name a few. The early bird catches the worm, so book now - pay early - and save money!

The earlier you pay, the more you save! If you book and pay in full you'll save up to 10% off the LAND-only portion of your tour.

The earlier you pay - the more you save!

Below are our Early Payment Saving options:

Pay (min) 12 months prior to departure Save up to 10%

Pay (min) 10 months prior to departure Save up to 7.5%

Pay (min) 6 months prior to departure Save up to 5%

Please note: See individual itinerary pages for the exact value of how much you will save. All tours must be booked and paid for in full for this discount to apply. This discount does not apply to our City Break Tours, train tours, any products in our Eastern Mediterranean section and extra night accommodation. For 2010 pre-registration bookings, payments are to be made according to 2009 brochured prices. For further details, call 800-942-3301.

Travel with Family and Friend and Save!

5 or more – Save 5%: If a group of 5-8 people travels together, a discount of 5% per person applies to the LAND-only portion of your tour. So it pays to get together with your family and friends!

9 or more: If 9 or more people travel together, we offer attractive group discounts based on how many people travel. In a group of 9 passengers, 1 traveller qualifies for a 50% discount off the LAND-only portion of the tour. In a group of 16 passengers, 1 traveller qualifies for 100% discount off the LAND-only portion of the tour.

Please note: Space is limited to one group per motorcoach. These discounts are not combinable with our Travel Club Discount, any other rooming, young traveller or triple room discounts, and do not apply to our City Breaks, Greek Tours with Mediterranean cruises, Egypt, Israel, and extra night accommodation. All travelling passengers’ names must be advised to Trafalgar at the time of booking in order to qualify.

Share a Room and Save!

When travelling alone, we understand that some clients do not want to incur the expense of an additional single room supplement. With this in mind, on the majority of our itineraries, Trafalgar offers you the opportunity to purchase these tours on a room-sharing basis. We will accommodate you with a fellow passenger of the same gender on a ‘two-bedded’ basis (non-smoking rooms only). Please note that, regrettably, we cannot guarantee that room mates will be of a similar age group. Even so, it is an enjoyable way to travel and get to make new friends, and a positive way to stretch your holiday budget. If we fail to match you, we will provide a single room at no extra cost.

Please note: This service does not apply to our City Breaks, Greek Island Hopper and Best of Greece tours, Greek tours with Mediterranean cruises, train tours, Egypt, Israel and extra night accommodation.

Save on Trafalgars extraordinary China 2011 vacations!

Your 2011 vacation to China just got better.

Book early to save! Choose one of these great offers:

1. Book and pay in full by September 30, 2010 and receive a complimentary Executive Suite Upgrade on select 2011 vacations.* This upgrade includes these onboard extras: a la carte dining at the VIP restaurant, concierge service, use of the Executive Lounge and Business Center, private cultural lectures and reserved seating for evening entertainment.

2. Book and pay in full by November 30, 2010 and save up to $600 per couple with our Pay-In-Full Discount.** See your favorite itinerary for exact savings.

3. Book and deposit by December 31, 2010 and save up to $300 per couple with our Early Booking Discount.*** For exact savings, see the itinerary page of your vacation.

*Valid on new 2011 bookings on these select tours: Highlights of China and the Yangtze; Grand China and the Yangtze; and China, Tibet and the Yangtze. Full payment must be made between 07/26/10 and 09/30/10. Travel must be completed between 01/01/11 and 12/31/11. Offer is combinable with brochure discounts (except Pay-In-Full Discount and Early Booking Discount) and Show Coupons. Offer is not applicable to groups and is subject to availability. Offer may be withdrawn at any time. Other conditions may apply. **Full payment is due at time of booking and is required before 11/30/10. Actual savings will vary by itinerary. See itinerary pages for exact savings. ***Booking and deposit must be made by 12/31/10 and actual savings will vary by itinerary. See itinerary pages for exact savings.

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