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BUS TOURS 

CRUISING
SKIING BICYCLE TOURS
FISHING GOLF
SNOWBIRD LONGSTAYS HIKING
TRANSPORTATION - renting a car, motor home, or motorcycle; bus passes

LODGING - hotels, apartments, luxury lodges, motels, B & B’s, farm-stays, etc.

 

New Zealand Bus Tours

The Vacation Station represents the following long established bus tour operators, each with their own niche in the marketplace.

 

Trafalgar Tours have superb first class itineraries at excellent prices. Many tours combine New Zealand with Australia and are operated locally by their sister company AAT Kings.

Globus is the largest First Class tour operator in the world, with a fine selection of escorted tours across New Zealand, Hawaii and the South Pacific.
Kirra Tours specialises in New Zealand only, offering a tremendous selection of great value itineraries to suit everyone. Our best seller!!

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Australia Pacific Touring (APT) A vast selection of escorted tours from budget to luxury standard, plus independent packages, city stays and day tours.

  

Cruise New Zealand

 

New Zealand is one of the hottest cruise destinations in the world with its variety of ports and city calls, plus scenic cruising among the fiords and sounds of the South Island.

Cruise lines that operate regularly scheduled departures around New Zealand and Australia include:

Princess                       Holland America                      Clipper Cruise Lines                 Seabourn                     Royal Caribbean                      Celebrity

Our experienced cruise staff have sailed recently on: Cunard, Princess Cruises,

Holland America Line, Carnival, & Crystal Cruises. Call us at 1-866-648 7757 to discuss your cruise "downunder".

 

WE CURRENTLY ARE RUNNING A GREAT CRUISE SPECIAL TO NEW ZEALAND AND AUSTRALIA, DEPARTING 5TH APRIL, ONBOARD THE 5 STAR SAPPHIRE PRINCESS.

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS!

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Ski New Zealand

 

New Zealand boasts the best skiing in the Southern Hemisphere with well developed ski terrain, lively apres-ski and welcoming accommodations. Where else can you ski a world class resort in the morning, go for a bungy jump after lunch, play a round of golf on a championship course laterin the afternoon, then have dinner at a nearby winery  amongst the Pinot vines!! All before heading back for some night skiing!!

"Being a New Zealander by birth and growing up in this land downunder, I can boast a wealth of firsthand knowledge, which is at your disposal"   James Voorend, Owner, The Vacation Station

Queenstown, Wanaka, and Methven are the major ski resort towns in New Zealand.

The Vacation Station has the most comprehensive ski vacation packages available to New Zealand!

 

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Bicycle Tours

New Zealand offers incomparable scenery for the avid cyclist. The roads are not crowded, potholes are rare, and shoulders are wide!

The Vacation Station are Canada's cycling tour experts. If you prefer the comfort of cycling with a knowledgeable guide, we have the tour for you. Click here for details of our guided tours.

Itineraries for independent cyclists are also available. Contact us for details.

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Golf

NZ has more golf courses per capita than any country in the world and offers a wide range of experiences.

Magnificently designed courses, frequently set against breathtaking panoramas of snow-capped mountains, lakes, forests and seascapes, make New Zealand one of the world's most sought after golf locations.

The Vacation Station can include the best courses in your itinerary.

Click here for course details.

 

 

 

 

Paraparaumu Beach Links

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Fishing

New Zealand is an anglers Eldorado, whether it be deep sea charters chasing billfish, or the crystal clear trout streams and lakes, open all year long. The Vacation Station can charter that boat, book your guide, and arrange your accommodation.

    

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Hiking / Tramping

Enjoy the best of New Zealand's majestic scenery on a guided walk holiday. 1 to 10 day adventures complete with the services of certified guides, comfortable accommodation in remote huts and all meals. A highly recommended active holiday that will leave you with lasting memories and a real sense of achievement.

ITINERARIES & DETAILS

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Sailing & Charter Boats

California Kiwi - Opua

Skippered or Bareboat, Power or Sail?

Charter a bareboat and go exploring, or relax in the hands of a professional skipper. Our fully certified kiwi skippers delight in showing you their corner of the world.

                    Seclusion - Kerikeri

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Transportation  - click pictures for details

Discover the beauty of New Zealand in total freedom with your United Campervan, modern quality vehicles at the best price!

The Vacation Station is a preferred partner with United and together, we look forward to providing a carefree and wonderful vacation experience.

 

NEW ZEALAND RENTAL CARS

Quality vehicles at unbeatable prices are available in all size ranges, including economy, mini-SUV, family station-wagon, minivan and executive class.......

MOTORCYCLE RENTALS

We have a complete range of touring motorcycles available, including the BMW K1200s (pictured), as well as the Harley Davidson Road King Classic and Heritage Softail Classic.

 

For the Freedom traveller, wishing to utilise New Zealand's largest coach network to plan their own itineraries, Flexi-Pass offers up to 40% savings on regular coach fares.

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Lodging  - Contact us for quality accommodations in New Zealand. Our selection includes:

APARTMENTS & HOLIDAY HOMES

Great value beach homes and private rentals right across the country, ranging from 1 to 5 star in quality!

Luxury, beach holiday accommodation Paihia, Bay of Islands New Zealand in spacious, serviced apartments.

Blue Pacific Apartments, Paihia

 

SNOWBIRD LONGSTAYS

We have a selection of apartments and small homes suitable for a longstay winter getaway in New Zealand.

Quest Hotel Auckland

Quest Auckland

 

LUXURY LODGES

These delightful properties, often set amidst stunning locations, provide an international standard of accommodation for the discerning visitor.

    Huka Lodge

 

FARMSTAYS

A farmstay offers a unique opportunity to enjoy the hospitality of friendly New Zealanders in the comfort of their homes. You stay in a guest room within the home, and become part of the family for the duration of your stay, often participating in farming activities.

 

MOTEL and HOTEL PASSES

Golden Chain has over 90 motels located in all

key cities and resorts throughout New Zealand offering great value for money.

 

• GO KIWI includes 106 hotels ranging from 3 to 4 1/2 star hotels and apartments
• Locations in 50 key city and resort locations throughout New Zealand

 

BOUTIQUE HOTELS AND B & B's

The Vacation Station offers the discerning traveller a selection of hand-picked, independent, genuine boutique hotels and B & B’s in many locations throughout New Zealand.

   Blue Ridge Estate, Blenheim

                                    

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