New Zealand specialist, Discover the World, has launched a series of new ways to enjoy New Zealand including a unique aerial tour of the South Island (with the option to self fly!), an intimate Fiordland cruise, a selection of small group adventure tours and the ultimate 4X4 safari across Central Otago.

Autumn Sale

What's more, book by 21st November to take advantage of a number of offers including 10% off tailor made self-drive holidays, and a 25% discount on Aotearoa Cruises,15% off all 4X4 self drives and 10% off escorted tours.

www.discover-the-world.co.uk/destinations/new-zealand-holidays/offer-new-zealand1

Kayak, hike and fly-fish the Fiords on board Island Passage – exclusive to Discover the World

This week long luxury cruise departs from Te Anau on board the Island Passage (with a maximum of 24 guests in total) giving you direct access to this World Heritage area. During the journey there will be the opportunity to fly-fish and kayak in sheltered bays, hike around beautiful lakes and take a helicopter flight across the world famous Milford Sound. Prices start from £3132 per person including the helicopter transfer flight and full board accommodation plus activities with departures in December and January.

www.discover-the-world.co.uk/destinations/new-zealand-holidays/fiordland-cruise

The New Zealand Sky Safari – 6 night aerial tour of New Zealand (or self fly!) – exclusive to Discover the World

Take this unique aerial tour of New Zealand where you will be flown (or you can fly yourself) on a tour of the South Island. Designed for sightseers, pilots or pilots to be, travel on board a small Piper Archer or Piper Warrior aircraft, with just two passengers in each from which you will take in the wide open spaces, deserted beaches, rugged bush-clad interior landscapes, volcanic central plateau, mountain ranges and alpine lakes. The trip includes a tour of the Blenheim vineyards, a walk on unique Ulva Island's nature sanctuary or a visit to Mandeville to view the restoration of vintage aircraft. Departures run between October to May 2015 and prices start from £5482 per person including all transport within the tour, accommodation, activities and some meals  www.discover-the-world.co.uk/destinations/new-zealand-holidays/new-zealand-sky-safari

Celebrate 175th Anniversary of Waitangi Treaty in 2015

With Discover the World'stravel less, see more, travel modules visitors can combine a five night Northland region stay which includes a visit to the Treaty Grounds themselves - www.discover-the-world.co.uk/destinations/new-zealand-holidays/bay-of-islands with a five night stay in New Zealand's Capital Wellington which also includes a guided tour of the Te Papa National Museum which explains  the full significance of the 'Treaty' http://www.discover-the-world.co.uk/destinations/new-zealand-holidays/wellington

Central Otago 4x4 Safari – exclusive to Discover the World

This four-night off-road adventure was only introduced last year and is a fully inclusive personalised tour with a local driver/guide, whereby you explore the rugged heart of South Island in Central Otago by 4x4 vehicle and have the chance to get behind the steering wheel yourself. A half-day Dart River jet-boat safari and a wine tasting and lunch is also included in this trip which uses Landrover Defenders. The trips is priced from£1,845pp (twin share, based on a minimum of 4 people travelling) including 1 night luxury accommodation in Queenstown post tour, 3 nights' boutique accommodation on tour, all meals, all activities and pre-tour briefing. Book by 21st November for a 15% discount at £1559.

www.discover-the-world.co.uk/en/holidays/new-zealand/central-otago-4x4-safari/

Hobbit trilogy finale – Journey through Middle Earth 21 day self drive

As the third and final Hobbit movie – There and Back Again,  is set to premiere in the UK in mid December, Discover the World is offering visitors the ultimate way to explore New Zealand and tick off the filming locations with its 21 day self-drive Journey through Middle Earth. Highlights include a visit to the quaint rural setting of Hobbiton, the Tongariro National Park, several guided location tours as well as an overnight cruise on the spectacular Doubtful Sound. The holiday is priced from £2951 per person and includes car rental, boutique accommodation throughout, and the sightseeing highlights www.discover-the-world.co.uk/destinations/new-zealand-holidays/journey-through-middle-earth.

More Small Group Guided Tours added including :

Best of the Southern Alps Trek – a five night guided hike priced from £1313 per person and takes you into the heart of the spectacular Southern Alps to enjoy vast panoramic mountain and lake views as well as landmarks including the Mackenzie Basin, Mt Aspiring, Mt Cook and Lake Wanaka. There is a mix of remote untracked terrain coupled with relaxed grade trails, as well as the opportunity to go heli-hiking with an overnight stay in a private mountain hut. www.discover-the-world.co.uk/destinations/new-zealand-holidays/best-of-the-southern-alps-trek

Call New Zealand specialists, Discover the World, on 01737 214 291 or visit www.discover-the-world.co.uk

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