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Auckland, New Zealand
4 nights Thu. Jan 01-Mon. Jan 05Compare hundreds of travel sites and save up to 80%
Matamata, New Zealand
1 night Mon. Jan 05-Tue. Jan 06Compare hundreds of travel sites and save up to 80%
Rotorua, New Zealand
1 night Tue. Jan 06-Wed. Jan 07Compare hundreds of travel sites and save up to 80%
Wellington, New Zealand
1 night Wed. Jan 07-Thu. Jan 08Compare hundreds of travel sites and save up to 80%
Nelson, New Zealand
1 night Thu. Jan 08-Fri. Jan 09Compare hundreds of travel sites and save up to 80%
Greymouth, New Zealand
1 night Fri. Jan 09-Sat. Jan 10Compare hundreds of travel sites and save up to 80%
Franz Josef, New Zealand
1 night Sat. Jan 10-Sun. Jan 11Compare hundreds of travel sites and save up to 80%
Wanaka, New Zealand
1 night Sun. Jan 11-Mon. Jan 12Compare hundreds of travel sites and save up to 80%
Queenstown, New Zealand
1 night Mon. Jan 12-Tue. Jan 13Compare hundreds of travel sites and save up to 80%
Christchurch, New Zealand
1 night Tue. Jan 13-Wed. Jan 14Compare hundreds of travel sites and save up to 80%
Melbourne, Australia
1 night Wed. Jan 14-Thu. Jan 15Compare hundreds of travel sites and save up to 80%
Sydney, Australia
1 night Thu. Jan 15-Fri. Jan 16Compare hundreds of travel sites and save up to 80%
Brisbane, Australia
1 night Fri. Jan 16-Sat. Jan 17Compare hundreds of travel sites and save up to 80%
Kathmandu, Nepal
4 nights Sat. Jan 17-Wed. Jan 21Compare hundreds of travel sites and save up to 80%
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Things to do in and around Auckland
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Auckland in the North Island of New Zealand, is the largest and most populous urban area in the country. Auckland has a population of 1,454,300 - 32 percent of New Zealand's population. It is part of the wider Auckland Region, which includes the rural areas and towns north and south of the urban area, plus the islands of the Hauraki Gulf, resulting in a total population of 1,570,500 that is governed by the Auckland Council. Auckland also has the largest Polynesian population of any city in the world. In Maori, Auckland's name is Tamaki Makaurau and the adaptation of Auckland, to suit Maori phonetic rules, is Akarana.
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4 nightsThu. Jan 01 - Mon. Jan 05
Auckland in the North Island of New Zealand, is the largest and most populous urban area in the country. Auckland has a population of 1,454,300 - 32 percent of New Zealand's population. It is part of the wider Auckland Region, which includes the rural areas and towns north and south of the urban area, plus the islands of the Hauraki Gulf, resulting in a total population of 1,570,500 that is governed by the Auckland Council. Auckland also has the largest Polynesian population of any city in the world. In Maori, Auckland's name is Tamaki Makaurau and the adaptation of Auckland, to suit Maori phonetic rules, is Akarana.
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Things to do in and around Matamata
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An off-the-beaten-path destination with authentic New Zealandian atmosphere.
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A web of popular limestone caves, offering a range of tours from easy to extreme, famed for its glow-worm colonies and stalactites.
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1 nightMon. Jan 05 - Tue. Jan 06
An off-the-beaten-path destination with authentic New Zealandian atmosphere.
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Things to do in and around Rotorua
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Rotorua, ("The second great lake of Kahumatamomoe") is a city on the southern shores of the lake of the same name, in the Bay of Plenty Region of New Zealand's North Island. Rotorua is a major destination for both domestic and international tourists; the tourism industry is by far the largest industry in the district. It is known for its geothermal activity, and features geysers – notably the Pohutu Geyser at Whakarewarewa – and hot mud pools. This thermal activity is sourced to the Rotorua caldera, on which the town lies. Rotorua is home to the Waiariki Institute of Technology. The Lakes of Rotorua are a collection of many lakes surrounding Rotorua.
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A web of popular limestone caves, offering a range of tours from easy to extreme, famed for its glow-worm colonies and stalactites.
New Zealand, Bay of Plenty region
1 nightTue. Jan 06 - Wed. Jan 07
Rotorua, ("The second great lake of Kahumatamomoe") is a city on the southern shores of the lake of the same name, in the Bay of Plenty Region of New Zealand's North Island. Rotorua is a major destination for both domestic and international tourists; the tourism industry is by far the largest industry in the district. It is known for its geothermal activity, and features geysers – notably the Pohutu Geyser at Whakarewarewa – and hot mud pools. This thermal activity is sourced to the Rotorua caldera, on which the town lies. Rotorua is home to the Waiariki Institute of Technology. The Lakes of Rotorua are a collection of many lakes surrounding Rotorua.
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Things to do in and around Wellington
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Wellington is the capital city and second most populous urban area of New Zealand. It is located at the south-western tip of the North Island, and is the world's southernmost capital city of a sovereign state. Wellington is marketed as the 'coolest little capital in the world' and its popular tourist attractions include Museum of Wellington Museum, Wellington Zoo, Zealandia and Wellington Cable Car. Cruise tourism is experiencing a major boom in line with nationwide development. Cafe culture is prominent and restaurants offer cuisines including from Europe, Asia and Polynesia.
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Historic Center, Wellington
Antique shops and others shops in main street of the heritage town of Carcoar New South Wales. by denisbin
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New Zealand, Wellington region
1 nightWed. Jan 07 - Thu. Jan 08
Wellington is the capital city and second most populous urban area of New Zealand. It is located at the south-western tip of the North Island, and is the world's southernmost capital city of a sovereign state. Wellington is marketed as the 'coolest little capital in the world' and its popular tourist attractions include Museum of Wellington Museum, Wellington Zoo, Zealandia and Wellington Cable Car. Cruise tourism is experiencing a major boom in line with nationwide development. Cafe culture is prominent and restaurants offer cuisines including from Europe, Asia and Polynesia.
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Things to do in and around Nelson
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Nelson is a city on the eastern shores of Tasman Bay, and is the economic and cultural centre of the Nelson region. Established in 1841, it is the second-oldest settled city in New Zealand and the oldest in the South Island, and was proclaimed a city by royal charter in 1858. Nelson is well known for its thriving local arts and crafts scene, Each year, the city hosts events popular with locals and tourists alike, such as the Nelson Arts Festival.[2] The annual Wearable Art Awards began near Nelson and a local museum, World of Wearable Art now showcases winning designs alongside a collection of classic cars.
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1 nightThu. Jan 08 - Fri. Jan 09
Nelson is a city on the eastern shores of Tasman Bay, and is the economic and cultural centre of the Nelson region. Established in 1841, it is the second-oldest settled city in New Zealand and the oldest in the South Island, and was proclaimed a city by royal charter in 1858. Nelson is well known for its thriving local arts and crafts scene, Each year, the city hosts events popular with locals and tourists alike, such as the Nelson Arts Festival.[2] The annual Wearable Art Awards began near Nelson and a local museum, World of Wearable Art now showcases winning designs alongside a collection of classic cars.
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Things to do in and around Greymouth
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Greymouth is the largest town in the West Coast region in the South Island of New Zealand, and the seat of the Grey District Council. The town is located at the mouth of the Grey River, on a narrow coastal plain close to the foot of the Southern Alps. In clear weather, Aoraki / Mount Cook can be clearly seen to the south from near the town. The mouth of the river divides the town into three areas: Blaketown, close to the river's mouth on the south bank; Karoro, to the southeast, separated from Blaketown by a series of small estuarine lakes; and Cobden, formerly a separate town, on the river's north bank.
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New Zealand, West Coast region
1 nightFri. Jan 09 - Sat. Jan 10
Greymouth is the largest town in the West Coast region in the South Island of New Zealand, and the seat of the Grey District Council. The town is located at the mouth of the Grey River, on a narrow coastal plain close to the foot of the Southern Alps. In clear weather, Aoraki / Mount Cook can be clearly seen to the south from near the town. The mouth of the river divides the town into three areas: Blaketown, close to the river's mouth on the south bank; Karoro, to the southeast, separated from Blaketown by a series of small estuarine lakes; and Cobden, formerly a separate town, on the river's north bank.
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Things to do in and around Franz Josef
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Franz Josef / Waiau is a small town in the West Coast region of the South Island of New Zealand. The town is named after the Franz Josef Glacier - itself named by Julius von Haast in honour of the Emperor of Austria Franz Josef I of Austria. Following the passage of the Ngai Tahu Claims Settlement Act 1998, the name of the town was officially altered to Franz Josef / Waiau. The glacier's terminal face is 5 kilometres (3 mi) from the town and its accessibility makes it a major tourist attraction and the reason many people visit Franz Josef. The town is within the Westland Tai Poutini National Park.
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This tiny mountain village offers the best access to New Zealand's beautiful Fox Glacier, as well as several eateries.
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New Zealand, South Island region
1 nightSat. Jan 10 - Sun. Jan 11
Franz Josef / Waiau is a small town in the West Coast region of the South Island of New Zealand. The town is named after the Franz Josef Glacier - itself named by Julius von Haast in honour of the Emperor of Austria Franz Josef I of Austria. Following the passage of the Ngai Tahu Claims Settlement Act 1998, the name of the town was officially altered to Franz Josef / Waiau. The glacier's terminal face is 5 kilometres (3 mi) from the town and its accessibility makes it a major tourist attraction and the reason many people visit Franz Josef. The town is within the Westland Tai Poutini National Park.
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Things to do in and around Wanaka
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Wanaka is a popular ski and summer resort town in the Otago region of the South Island of New Zealand. It is situated at the southern end of Lake Wanaka, and is the gateway to Mount Aspiring National Park. Its economy is based on the many outdoor opportunities this offers. The town was originally settled during the gold rush of the 19C. With its lake and mountain views, Wanaka has become a popular tourist resort, considered less commercialised than Queenstown. Wanaka boasts a growing number of restaurants, cafes and a diverse nightlife. There are a number of wineries in the area. In winter, Wanaka is an excellent place to see the Southern Lights.
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1 nightSun. Jan 11 - Mon. Jan 12
Wanaka is a popular ski and summer resort town in the Otago region of the South Island of New Zealand. It is situated at the southern end of Lake Wanaka, and is the gateway to Mount Aspiring National Park. Its economy is based on the many outdoor opportunities this offers. The town was originally settled during the gold rush of the 19C. With its lake and mountain views, Wanaka has become a popular tourist resort, considered less commercialised than Queenstown. Wanaka boasts a growing number of restaurants, cafes and a diverse nightlife. There are a number of wineries in the area. In winter, Wanaka is an excellent place to see the Southern Lights.
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Things to do in and around Queenstown
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A resort town, Queenstown boasted 220 adventure tourism activities in 2012. Skiing and snowboarding, jet boating, whitewater rafting, bungy jumping, mountain biking, skateboarding, tramping, paragliding, sky diving and fly fishing are all popular. Queenstown is a major center for snow sports in New Zealand, with people from all over the country and many parts of the world travelling to ski at the four main mountain ski fields (Cardrona Alpine Resort, Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Treble Cone). Cross country skiing is also available at the Waiorau Snowfarm, near Cardrona village.
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1 nightMon. Jan 12 - Tue. Jan 13
A resort town, Queenstown boasted 220 adventure tourism activities in 2012. Skiing and snowboarding, jet boating, whitewater rafting, bungy jumping, mountain biking, skateboarding, tramping, paragliding, sky diving and fly fishing are all popular. Queenstown is a major center for snow sports in New Zealand, with people from all over the country and many parts of the world travelling to ski at the four main mountain ski fields (Cardrona Alpine Resort, Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Treble Cone). Cross country skiing is also available at the Waiorau Snowfarm, near Cardrona village.
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Things to do in and around Christchurch
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Christchurch is the largest city in the South Island of New Zealand and the seat of the Canterbury Region. The Christchurch urban area lies on the South Island's east coast, just north of Banks Peninsula. It is home to 381,800 residents, making it New Zealand's third most-populous urban area behind Auckland and Wellington. The river that flows through the center of the city (its banks now largely forming an urban park) was named Avon at the request of the pioneering Deans brothers after the Scottish River Avon, which rises in the Ayrshire hills near what was their grandfather's farm and flows into the Clyde.
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New Zealand, Canterbury region
1 nightTue. Jan 13 - Wed. Jan 14
Christchurch is the largest city in the South Island of New Zealand and the seat of the Canterbury Region. The Christchurch urban area lies on the South Island's east coast, just north of Banks Peninsula. It is home to 381,800 residents, making it New Zealand's third most-populous urban area behind Auckland and Wellington. The river that flows through the center of the city (its banks now largely forming an urban park) was named Avon at the request of the pioneering Deans brothers after the Scottish River Avon, which rises in the Ayrshire hills near what was their grandfather's farm and flows into the Clyde.
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Things to do in and around Melbourne
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Melbourne, the capital of the State of Victoria and the second largest city on the continent, is home to great architecture from the Victorian era, green parks, some of the world’s most beautiful and well-known botanical gardens, a thriving food scene, outstanding museums, and great shopping. And let’s not forget the beautiful nature sites in and around the city, including the Yarra River which flows through it.
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1 nightWed. Jan 14 - Thu. Jan 15
Melbourne, the capital of the State of Victoria and the second largest city on the continent, is home to great architecture from the Victorian era, green parks, some of the world’s most beautiful and well-known botanical gardens, a thriving food scene, outstanding museums, and great shopping. And let’s not forget the beautiful nature sites in and around the city, including the Yarra River which flows through it.
Melbourne is a cosmopolitan, trendy city with an exceptional blend of culture, nature, arts, sports, and cuisine.
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Things to do in and around Sydney
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Each of the city’s districts has its own charm, featuring historical monuments, impressive architecture, stylish boutiques, and culinary delights. Sydney's lush parks and green expanses cater to nature enthusiasts, providing stunning views and peaceful havens, and Sydney’s cultural landscape combines world-class museums, galleries, and international events.
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What do you think was chosen as the symbol of the 2000 Sydney Olympics? The Sydney Opera House, of course! The Opera House combines a prime location on a peninsula in the heart of Jackson Bay with its unique shape – an architectural wonder with sail-shaped shells forming the roof. It has become an icon of Sydney and the most photographed site in the city.
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If you’re looking for an unforgettable and adrenaline-pumping experience in Sydney, climbing the arch that stretches over the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge is it! You’ll be joining the distinguished list of celebs who have done it, including Will Smith, Nicole Kidman, Cameron Diaz, Robert De Niro, and even Prince Harry.
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The Rocks, as the Sydney natives call the historic city center, was the shore where the first settlers of the city docked. Many of the settlers – prisoners who were exiled to this new penal colony – set up tents here as did many of the other immigrants who flocked here following rumors of the discovery of gold in Australia. The area became notorious during the 19th century as a center for poverty, neglect, prostitution, and crime.
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The Taronga Zoo, located in the northern part of Sydney on the shores of the Sydney Harbour, is one of the most beautiful and well-known zoos in the world. The zoo is built on a mountainside in the suburb of Mosman with spectacular views of the Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House. The zoo is easily accessible via a 12-minute ferry ride from Circular Quay.
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Australia, New South Wales region
1 nightThu. Jan 15 - Fri. Jan 16
Each of the city’s districts has its own charm, featuring historical monuments, impressive architecture, stylish boutiques, and culinary delights. Sydney's lush parks and green expanses cater to nature enthusiasts, providing stunning views and peaceful havens, and Sydney’s cultural landscape combines world-class museums, galleries, and international events.
Sydney, Australia, invites visitors to indulge in experiences that blend natural beauty, historical landmarks, and a lively cultural scene.
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Things to do in and around Brisbane
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Today, Brisbane is well known for its distinct Queenslander architecture which forms much of the city's built heritage. The city is a popular tourist destination, serving as a gateway for visitors to the state of Queensland, particularly to the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast, popular resort towns immediately south and north of Brisbane, respectively. Several large cultural, international and sporting events have been held at Brisbane.
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1 nightFri. Jan 16 - Sat. Jan 17
Today, Brisbane is well known for its distinct Queenslander architecture which forms much of the city's built heritage. The city is a popular tourist destination, serving as a gateway for visitors to the state of Queensland, particularly to the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast, popular resort towns immediately south and north of Brisbane, respectively. Several large cultural, international and sporting events have been held at Brisbane.
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Things to do in and around Kathmandu
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Kathmandu is the capital city of the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal, the largest Himalayan state in Asia. The city stands at an elevation of approximately 1,400 metres (4,600 feet) above sea level in the bowl-shaped Kathmandu Valley of central Nepal. The valley is historically termed as "Nepal Proper" and has been the home of Newar culture, a cosmopolitan urban civilization in the Himalayan foothills. The city was the royal capital of the Kingdom of Nepal and hosts palaces, mansions and gardens of the Nepalese aristocracy. Kathmandu has been the center of Nepal's history, art, culture and economy. It has a multiethnic population within a Hindu and Buddhist majority.
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Historic Center, Kathmandu
Bhaktapur (Badgaon), one of the three old kingdoms and city states of the Kathmandu valley. by Erik Törner
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National Museum of Nepal, Kathmandu
A 12th century bronze statue of Shakyamuni, the historical Buddha - born in Lumbini Nepal - in Patan Museum, Nepal. by Erik Törner
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Kopan Monastery, Kathmandu
Red door, Tibetan Buddhist, Kopan Monastery Doors with mandala, guardians, Kapan Village, Kathmandu, Nepal by Wonderlane
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Also known as Lalitpur, Patan is known to be home to Nepal's best collection of temples.
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The eastern gateway to Chitwan National Park, visitors flock here due to its proximity to amazing nature opportunities.
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With three squares lined with medieval temples, this holy city suffered a lot of damage in the 2015 earthquake but is still worth a visit.
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A visit to this beautiful hilltop city usually promises breathtaking views of the Himalayas.
4 nightsSat. Jan 17 - Wed. Jan 21
Kathmandu is the capital city of the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal, the largest Himalayan state in Asia. The city stands at an elevation of approximately 1,400 metres (4,600 feet) above sea level in the bowl-shaped Kathmandu Valley of central Nepal. The valley is historically termed as "Nepal Proper" and has been the home of Newar culture, a cosmopolitan urban civilization in the Himalayan foothills. The city was the royal capital of the Kingdom of Nepal and hosts palaces, mansions and gardens of the Nepalese aristocracy. Kathmandu has been the center of Nepal's history, art, culture and economy. It has a multiethnic population within a Hindu and Buddhist majority.
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