New Zealand and Hawaii round the world holiday

Day 1 - 4: Seattle Stopover

Depart the UK from your chosen airport. Arrive in Seattle, where you can spend a few days drinking in the music, art and food of this Pacific city. Begin with a tour of the Pike Place Market, where you’ll watch the fish throwing when the first catch comes in before tasting the best coffee, pastries and cheese the market has on offer. Wander through the Museum of Pop Culture and the Olympic Sculpture Park and spend your evenings at cabaret shows, jazz bars or art galleries where Seattle can show off its artsy culture.

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Days 4 – 10: Explore Oahu and Hawai’i

Next, you’ll head across the Pacific to Hawaii, to explore 2 different islands – the beautiful shores and rich history of Oahu and the volcanic landscape and clear waters of the Big Island. With 3 days to explore from your base in Honolulu, you’ll enjoy the sweeping sand and crashing surf of Waikiki Beach before learning about the historic events surrounding Pearl Harbour. Over on the Big Island, you’ll be able to explore by car, enjoying the stunning Volcanoes National Park before snorkelling among colourful clouds of fish off some of the best beaches in the world.

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Days 10 - 18: Rarotonga & Aitutaki Lagoon Escape      

After exploring Hawaii, you’ll head to Rarotonga, to enjoy 8 days in Polynesian paradise with a week in the Cook Islands. Spend a few days on the mainland of Rarotonga experiencing the island's rich culture. Take part in an 'island night' to learn more about local life or hire a car and explore the island. Next, take a scenic flight to nearby Aitutaki, where we've included a cruise on the picturesque turquoise Aitutaki lagoon. Spend three nights relaxing on this idyllic and beautiful atoll.

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Days 19 - 27: Follow the wine trail in New Zealand

Explore the delights of New Zealand on this 9 day self-drive itinerary through the winelands. Stay in some of our favourite boutique-style B&Bs as you embark on your journey beginning in the geothermal and cultural hub of Rotorua where you can relax among the geysers and hot springs or learn about the Maori culture. From here it’s onto Hawkes Bay for some world class vineyards and unique art deco architecture. You will also cruise through the spectacular Marlborough Sounds for pure tranquillity and delicious seafood after wine tasting in the vineyards of the area. Finish your trip in Christchurch on a punting trip to take in the best sights of the city.     

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Days 27 – 30: Singapore stopover

We’ve included our Singapore stopover package with 3 nights’ accommodation, airport transfers and a half-day city tour. In the evening, we recommend you head down to Marina Bay to see the beautiful light shows that light up the sky. Why not book an afternoon tea at the iconic Raffles Hotel, or head up to the Long Bar to enjoy a Singapore Sling in the bar where it was created?   

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Day 31: Arrive UK