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9781585732517

Insight Pocket Guide New Zealand

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  • ISBN13:

    9781585732517

  • ISBN10:

    1585732516

  • Edition: Map
  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 2002-04-01
  • Publisher: Insight Guides
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Summary

This is the guide that answers the questions you'd ask a friend who lived in New Zealand. Which places are really worth seeing? What routes shouldn't be missed? Written by a local host, it is based on intimate knowledge of the country. Book jacket.

Table of Contents

History and Culture
Maori society, Captain James Cook and the ill-fated Gallipoli Campaign - a brief account of these and other landmark events in the history of New Zealand
11(11)
Itineraries
These 18 itineraries highlight major places of interest in and around five key regions
Auckland and Environs Auckland's Highlights is a walking tour of New Zealand's largest city
22(5)
Around Auckland's Bays follows Tamaki Drive to Kelly Tarlton's Antarctic Encounter and Underwater World and a series of beaches just outside the city
27(2)
Bay of Islands heads to the Northland area, visiting Paihia, Russell and Waitangi
29(2)
Coromandel Peninsula travels south to the gold-rush town of Thames and the resort beach areas of Pauanui and Tairua
31(4)
Rotorua and Environs
Rotorua's Highlights is a day tour of this hot springs resort town in the central North Island
35(5)
Tauranga District leads to Te Puke, famous for its kiwi fruit orchards, Mount Maunganui Beach and a walk-about in Tauranga town
40(2)
Taupo is a day trip to the thermal resorts of Waimangu and Waiotapu. Continue to Lake Taupo, New Zealand's largest lake, and the raging Huka Falls
42(2)
Wellington and Environs
Wellington's Highlights is a walking tour of the country's capital city and seat of power
44(4)
Martinborough is a drive through Featherston and Greytown and into the vineyards of Wairarapa
48(2)
By Ferry to South Island sails across picturesque Cook Strait to Picton where the attractions of nearby Kaikoura and Blenheim await
50(1)
Christchurch and West Coast
Christchurch's Highlights explores South Island's largest city on this walking tour
51(4)
Akaroa is a day trip to a French-settled town in the verdant Banks Peninsula
55(2)
Hanmer Springs travels to a hot springs resort, passing Thrillseekers' Canyon on the way
57(2)
The West Coast is a 3-day driving tour from Christchurch to Queenstown, with stops at Arthur's Pass, Hokitika and either Franz Joseph Glacier or Fox Glacier for some awe-inspiring scenery
59(3)
Mount Cook is a possible stopover while flying en route from Christchurch to Queenstown. At Mount Cook, transfer to a ski plane for a closer look at Franz Joseph Glacier or Fox Glacier
62(2)
Queenstown and Environs
Queenstown's Highlights focuses on this year-round action resort. Ride a gondola for views of Lake Wakatipu, hop into a jet-boat for a ride on the Shotover River and cruise on the TSS Earnslaw to Walter Peak
64(3)
Arrowtown is a drive along a spectacular route up to the Coronet Peak lookout. Then, explore Arrowtown and the bungy jump operation at Kawarau Bridge
67(3)
Milford Sound offers you wonderful photo opportunities on this day trip to Fiordland National Park
70(31)
LEISURE ACTIVITIES
The best places to shop, eat and stay up late
73(11)
Calendar of Events
A guide to exciting festivals in New Zealand
84(3)
Practical Information
All the essential background information for your visit to New Zealand, from taxis to tipping and customs to consulates. Includes a list of recommended hotels
87(14)
Credits and Index 101

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