Warbirds over Wanaka - in conjuntion with Kirra Tours

9 Day Warbirds Express - 30 March - 7 April 2010

Tuesday 30 March 2010 - ARRIVE CHRISTCHURCH

A Kirra Tours Representative will be on hand to meet you at the Airport and arrange transportation to your Hotel. Overnight accommodation is at Pavilions Hotel.

Wednesday 31 March 2010 - CHRISTCHURCH/QUEENSTOWN

Depart Christchurch this morning, travelling across the rich Canterbury Plains and into the foothills of the Mackenzie country. Travel along the shores of Lake Tekapo and on to Twizel and Omarama. Traverse the Lindis Pass and travel alongside the gold bearing Clutha River to Queenstown. Dinner tonight is in one of New Zealand's most spectacular locations at the Skyline Restaurant where both the dining and the views are unsurpassed. Accommodation is at Rydges Queenstown. (5 nights)

Thursday 1 April 2010 - QUEENSTOWN

A full day to explore the many delights of this alpine resort at your leisure. Your Coach Captain will happily advise on the many optional sightseeing and recreational activities available to you. We recommend the world famous Shotover Jet Boat ride, a tour to the gold mining area of Skippers Canyon or try some of Central Otago’s boutique wines on a deluxe winery tour. Alternatively browse in the many shops and galleries – the choice is yours.

Friday 2 April 2010 - WARBIRDS OVER WANAKA AIR SHOW

This morning your coach will take you to the airfield. Today the Aviation Trade Display Day opens and Warbirds practice. This evening cruise across the lake aboard the TSS Earnslaw for dinner at the Colonel’s Homestead, Walter Peak Station.

Saturday 3 April 2010 - WARBIRDS OVER WANAKA AIR SHOW

Warbirds over Wanaka The Airshow today. Flying begins at 10.00am and is non stop throughout the day. Civil aircraft, Helicopters, Warbirds, RNZAF, Trade Displays, Military Vehicles, Vintage Machinery, Classic Fire Engines and much more.

Sunday 4 April 2010 - WARBIRDS OVER WANAKA AIR SHOW

Warbirds over Wanaka The Airshow today. Flying begins at 10.00am and is non stop throughout the day. Civil aircraft, Helicopters, Warbirds, RNZAF, Trade Displays, Military Vehicles, Vintage Machinery, Classic Fire Engines and much more.

Monday 5 April 2010 - QUEENSTOWN/OMARAMA

Your coach will take you through the rugged Kawarau Gorge and alongside the gold bearing Clutha River. Traverse the Lindis Pass before reaching Omarama. Overnight accommodation is at Heritage Gateway Hotel.

Tuesday 6 April 2010 - OMARAMA/CHRISTCHURCH

Travel around the shores of Lake Pukaki and continue on to Lake Tekapo and view the Church of the Good Shepherd dedicated to the early pioneers of the region and the Collie Dog memorial overlooking the milky blue waters of Lake Tekapo. Descend Burkes Pass into the barren MacKenzie Country, enter the foothills near Geraldine and across the broad expanse of the Canterbury Plains to reach Christchurch, en-route visit the Airforce Museum of New Zealand. The airfield at Wigram was originally the home of the Canterbury Aviation Company, a private flying school founded by Sir Henry Wigram in 1916. As New Zealand had no air force at that time, the company trained pilots for service with British Air Forces during World War I. In 1923 the New Zealand Government purchased the land and assets of the company as the base for it's newly formed air force, and renamed it "Wigram" in honour of it's founder. The name was again changed to the Airforce Museum of New Zealand in 2008.

Overnight accommodation is at Pavilions Hotel.

Wednesday 7 April 2010 - DEPART CHRISTCHURCH

Today it is goodbye to all your new found friends before you make your homeward journey. You will be transferred to Christchurch International Airport in ample time to join your flight.

Prices are per person in New Zealand Dollars (NZ$) - based on double or twin share accommodation.

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