Rascals in New Zealand
Kiwis and Kids!
Trip Length: 14 days

Experience the culture of the Maori, New Zealand's Polynesian people in the countryside village of Kawhia on the shores of a beautiful, quiet harbor. Horseback ride, fish, snorkel and swim. Visit the world-famous glowworm caves at Waitomo, walk along the ancient Maori tracks, spend the night at a working farm. To the South, not far from Christchurch, you'll visit the French colonial settlement of Akaroa, then on to Te Anau, gateway to the Milford Sound. Spend a day on the Sound before returning home. This 14 day itinerary has been designed by RASCALS to ensure activities and interest levels for both parents and kids. Other itineraries, including camper-van vacations, are available.

Day 1
Depart U.S.A.

Day 2
Day lost crossing the International Dateline.

Day 3
Arrive Auckland. You'll be met and transferred to your hotel.

Day
4 A full day to explore Auckland on your own.

Day 5
Pick up rental car and drive to Rotorua via Waitomo Gloworm Caves. This evening experience a Maori Hangi.

Day 6
Today visit the Whakarewera Thermal Reserve and the Rainbow Farm.

Day 7
Drop off car and fly to Christchurch. Afternoon at leisure to explore Christchurch on your own.

Day 8
Tranz Alpine Express. This is one of the Rail Journeys of the World.

Day 9
Today drive to the Mt. Cook region and your 2-night farm stay. A great opportunity to meet the locals.

Day 10
A day at leisure to experience life on the farm firsthand.

Day 11
Drive to Queenstown. Afternoon at leisure to explore this the most scenic of New Zealand's cities.

Day 12
Doubtful Sound. Boat down beautiful fjords on what is called the "Sound of Silence".

Day 13
Morning at leisure. Afternoon - Dart River Jet boat Safari.

Day 14
Fly to Auckland to connect with your flight to the U.S.A.