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South Island New Zealand Rail Tour

Pukekohe Travel

89 King Street , Pukekohe , New Zealand .

At Pukekohe Travel we pride ourselves on providing you with your individual travel experience. Established 39 years ago, we are owner-operated and have a team of highly experienced consultants in cruising, rail travel and escorted tours.

In a country that has it all – magnificent, ever-changing scenery and the openness and welcoming spirit, we pride ourselves on our tours to special parts of New Zealand. We specialize in exclusive chartered train 14 day tours to the South Island of New Zealand. Our rail tours allow you to see the scenic South Island in a hassle free, well paced manner. Our train offers large panoramic windows which offer uninterrupted views not seen when travelling by road. Highlights include the Coastal Pacific journey between Picton and Christchurch, the Trans Alpine rail traverse of the Southern Alps, the Taieri Gorge Train and a Milford Sound Luncheon Cruise. Experience scenery not generally available to tourists. A rail journey with a difference.

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Pukekohe History Walk

Enjoy a leisurely walk through the history of pukekohe..

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Pukekohe, Auckland 2120, New Zealand

Created By: Auckland Council

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Pukekohe is a settlement at the extreme southern boundary of Auckland. It is traditionally associated with food production and, once being part of the Franklin District, has been called the ‘breadbasket of Auckland’. This walking tour showcases various historic places that marked the development of the town as points of civic, commercial, and religious significance to its residents and the wider area.

The name Pukekohe is a shortened form of the Māori placename ‘puke kohekohe’, meaning ‘hill of the kohekohe tree’. Kohekohe ( Dysoxylum spectabile ) are a mahogany-like tree that are abundant in the area, especially on and around Pukekohe Hill to the south of the town centre. The hill was the largest and last volcano to erupt in the South Auckland Volcanic Field about 550 million years ago.

The wider area surrounding Pukekohe has long been inhabited by Māori. Europeans first began settling to the east and west of the present site in the 1850s, especially in the communities of Paerata, Puni, and Buckland. Settlement was disrupted by the New Zealand Wars of the 1860s, with some notable clashes in the vicinity of Pukekohe between Pākehā settlers and the adherents of the Māori King Movement (Kīngitanga) in their struggle to assert their right to ancestral land and address the trespasses committed by landholders and the colonial government. As the war moved south, settlement resumed and accelerated in the late 1870s with the arrival of the railway.

Despite some difficult early years, Pukekohe became one of the largest vegetable producing regions in New Zealand by the early twentieth century. With its good climate and rich soil, it comes as no surprise that the region produces one-third of all vegetables grown in the country. At first, market gardeners were European, but later years saw significant involvement of Chinese, Indian, and Māori growers whose descendants make up the fabric of local society.

Terrain: Concrete sidewalks on level ground

Starting Point: Franklin: The Centre (12 Massey Avenue)

Parking: A large carpark is located behind Franklin: The Centre on Edinburgh Street. Streetside parking is also available along Edinburgh Street and other nearby roads.

Credits: Thanks to the Auckland Heritage Unit for its Pukekohe Heritage Survey and building assessments. Thanks also to Manukau’s Journey for its carefully chronicled information and references. We would also like to express our appreciation to the Ministry of Culture & Heritage for their NZ History website and the wonderful PapersPast repository run by National Library. Tour created for Akl Paths and PocketSights in 2023 by Brian Jankuloski on behalf of Auckland Council.

Disclaimer: This walk is along public roads and includes historical facts about the buildings and the area. Some of the buildings are public in character, but many are private businesses. Please respect the environment and do not trespass on private property. Neither Auckland Council nor private property owners accept responsibility for any loss, damage, or injury to you or your property arising from use of this tour.

Copyright 2023 Auckland Council . Auckland Council holds all copyrights associated with this tour. You may not copy or reproduce the content of this tour without permission from Auckland Council. Auckland Council has taken every care to ensure that the information contained in this tour is accurate, but accepts no responsibility arising from, or in connection with, your use of this tour and the information contained in it.

What You'll See on the Tour

Franklin: the centre (12 massey avenue), war memorial town hall (14-16 massey avenue), former fire station (27 edinburgh street), pukekohe borough council chambers (22 edinburgh street), wesley methodist church (36-42 wesley street), pukekohe intermediate school (44 queen street), st andrew’s anglican church (43 queen street), seddon memorial lamp (2-6 seddon street), perkins & co building (1-5 king street), franklin electric power board building (65 king street), cooper & curd building (89 king street), dilworth’s general store (150-156 king street), pukekohe town square, franklin times building (1 roulston street), mcclintock's buildings (170 king street), possum bourne memorial statue (massey lane), pukekohe's pioneer cottage (9 stadium drive), pukekohe train station, franklin county council chambers (13 massey avenue), leave a comment, download the app, download the pocketsights tour guide mobile app to take this self-guided tour on your gps-enabled mobile device..

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We offer professional, bespoke and personally-curated travel services to help you fulfil your travel dreams. Perfect for travellers who need assistance and/or desire companionship for any reason. Our services are ideal to help you navigate the world safely in this new era of global travel.

Sally also leads tours for Pukekohe Travel. To join one of the trips she’ll be leading (see below) get in touch – these tours sell out quickly!

UPCOMING TRIPS : For Pukekohe Travel in 2024 April – Morocco – New trip – SOLD OUT – amazing country and fabulous itinerary. June – Portugal – SOLD OUT – more than you expect! August – Western Australia and Indian Pacific (west to east, Perth to Sydney) August/September – Norfolk Island (tiny magnificent jewel in the Pacific)

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A NEW ERA OF TRAVEL BEYOND Travel Companion Services was set up with international travel in mind. My team and I are ready to assist you travel safely and happily to wherever you wish to go. We’ll help navigate the challenges, protocols and processes and take care of any unexpected changes and hiccups. We’ll be right beside you to oversee all aspects of travel and ensure things go smoothly from start to finish. We’ll take care of you every step of the way and make sure you arrive at your destination safe and sound without having to worry about a thing! We’re actively monitoring travel across the world with interest. We reckon 2024 is going to be a great year to travel! Check the Trips page for ideas. Let’s travel together soon! – Sally – phone me on 021 480323

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As a professional Personal Travel Companion (PTC for short) and T our Leader , with many years and types of travel experiences under my belt, it is my privilege to help you see the world … your way. Together.

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Our services may be just what you’ve been looking for, but didn’t know existed! BEYOND’s Travel Companion Services take the angst out of travel and add an extra layer of comfort and reassurance, friendship and fun.

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“From the moment we first emailed, Sally put me at ease with her clear communication and responsiveness. She grasped the urgency of the situation, was confident, kind and very efficient. I realised if anyone could get me on a plane and through an international trip, it would be her. Thank you, Sally, words can’t express how much what you did means. I hope I will continue to have the pleasure of knowing you for years to come and that we may travel together again one day.” SarahH ( Read Sarah’s full testimonial here ).

“Sally acted in a professional manner at all times, had good communication skills, was well organised and ensured all travellers enjoyed their experience. Sally is passionate about travel and has a zest for life. I would have no hesitation in recommending Sally as a Tour Leader or Travel Companion.” Ann

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“I am No. 1 endorser of an award for a Gold Star Travel Companion/Escort. Sally excels at whatever she commits to. The most wonderful capable, unfazed, fun loving lady. Go Sally, go!” Elaine

It was great to meet such a competent woman as yourself, Sally – nothing was a trouble to you.” Verna

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Africa is about wildlife, it is the safari capital of the world .

Two very distinct areas with similar but different experiences are  – East Africa and Southern Africa.

Straddling both Kenya and Tanzania in East Africa is the Serengeti and Masai Mara with its vast open savannah grassland and where the annual Great Migration takes place. Each year up to 2 million wildebeest along with herds of zebra, antelope and other animals make the trek from the Serengeti in Tanzania to the Masai Mara in Kenya. Predators await at every river crossing and the circle of life continues.

Further South and ranging both north and south of the mighty Zambezi River starting from South Africa’s renowned Kruger Park in the east there are the wildlife regions in Zimbabwe, Zambia and Botswana, here, the largest herds of elephant in Africa roam this region. The terrain here is more broken country with Rocky kopjies (hills), every shade of brown and a wonderful variety of trees. In the midst of all this is the roar of the spectacular Victoria Falls.

The Okavango Delta in Botswana and its huge flood plain is a popular draw card with its hippopotamus and vast birdlife, while further west there is Namibia with its Etosha Game Park and the contrasting incomparable sand dunes along the Skeleton Coast.

In our winter months most New Zealander’s visit Africa where with its cloudless days and crisp starry nights and when the animals are easier to find. This is a time when the animals wait their patience at the waterholes for their turn to drink. The giraffes have to do their version of the splits to reach the water! There is a definite pecking order!!

Experiences are many, from watching a Jacana (a bird) skitter across a lily pad, a crocodile basking in the sunshine to elephants on their steady march to the waterholes to drink and their young rolling in the mud and blowing little water spouts as they learn to use their trunks.

The big cats can be plentiful and it is not uncommon to see the results of a kill or even watch the stalking of a lion as they crouch and wait, tension is high before the explosive chase, quite often the hunted escape to see another day.

Sometimes it is the tiny that fascinates - a dung beetle pushing its load, a chameleon changing its colour or a lilac breasted roller fluffing up it feathers in the morning light. Then there is the morning cooing of the plentiful African dove or the haunting call of the fish eagle watching for prey from high in the tree.

The measure of luxury and satisfaction is not gauged by the thread count of the sheets or the quality of the food, while on safari, although both are excellent, but the exclusivity of the experience.

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Nordic Saga Turs offers Small-Group vacations to Norway and other Scandinavia countries in 2022. A Small-Group Discovery averages 6-25 guests per departure. There’s always extra space between you and your fellow travelers. Small groups include all the services of a traditional escorted tour, complete withTour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. 

Nordic Saga Tours offers a variety of escorted tours to Norway . Norway is a very expensive destination therefore joining our group would present a perfect opportunity to explore the country without breaking the bank. Our most popular Norway tours are Splendor of the Fjords and Land of the Fjords. Both Norway tours will take you to the capital Oslo and  introduce you to the boundless natural beauty of the Fjords, as you travel across the country between Oslo and Bergen. You will travel in modern air conditioned buses and our experienced English speaking tour guides will assist you through every step of your trip. You can rest assured that you’re in good hands as they will help you obtain performance tickets, make boat or restaurant reservations, give shopping recommendations, and attend to personal matters if necessary.

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❖ English speaking tour escort and local guides ❖ Daily breakfast, 4 dinners and 1 lunch ❖ Transportation by private coach ❖ Group size - max. 31 people ❖ First Class hotels

The Fjords of Norway

❖ First-class hotels ❖ English speaking tour escort and local guides ❖ Transportation by private coach ❖ Daily breakfast, 5 dinners and 2 lunches included ❖ Group size - max. 31 people

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❖ Unique semi-independent tour ❖ First-class hotels ❖ English speaking tour escort and local guides ❖ Travel by public transport: railway, panoramic train and ferries ❖ Daily breakfast and 2 dinners included ❖ Group size - max. 31 people

Majestic Fjords with Stockholm

❖ Unique semi-independent tour ❖ First-class hotels ❖ English speaking tour escort and local guides ❖ Travel by public transport: railway, panoramic train and ferries ❖ Daily breakfast and 2 dinners included ❖ Group size - max. 31 people ❖Bergen, Balestrand, Sognefjord, Flam, Oslo, Stockholm

Lofoten Islands and Svalbard

❖ Oslo - Lofoten - Andenes - Tromso - Svalbard - Oslo ❖ First-class hotels ❖ 2-day Norwegian Coastal Cruise ❖ English speaking tour escort and local guides ❖ Transportation by private motorcoach, and domestic flights ❖ Activities included ❖ Group size - max. 20 people

I have dietary restrictions. Can I still have meals on your tours?

We will always do our very best to accommodate guests with food allergies or restricted diets due to some reasons. We kindly ask you to make a mention of your dietary restrictions during booking.

What is the tipping policy in Norway ?

Tipping in Norway is not compulsory. However, you can leave a 10-20% tip in restaurants and bars if you are happy about the service. It's uncommon to tip taxi-drivers or cleaning staff at hotels.

What is the best time to go to Norway?

The high season in Norway is between mid-June and August. However, the best time to visit Norway is during the shoulder seasons, between May and June, and between September and October, when the weather is very pleasant and there aren't that many tourists.

Are visas required?

Norway is a party to the Schengen Agreement. This means that U.S. citizens may enter Norway for up to 90 days for tourist or business purposes without a visa. It is required that your passport should be valid for at least three months beyond the period of stay

Nordic Saga Tours offers a variety of escorted tours to Norway. Norway is a very expensive destination therefore joining our group would present a perfect opportunity to explore the country without breaking the bank. Our most popular Norway tours are Splendor of the Fjords and Land of the Fjords...

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16/02/2024-30/04/2024

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Friday 16 feb 2024 - monday 19 feb 2024 (4 days), come along with us as we attend the annual art deco festival held in napier. this unique festival has a wide range of activities and events, including hundreds of vintage cars, flying displays, great gatsby picnics and everything art deco. be transported to another time as guests and locals dress up in 1920’s glamour bringing art deco back to life..

• Accommodation
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Day 1             Friday 16 February 2024

JOURNEY TO NAPIER                                                                        (D)

We begin our tour travelling through the rich Waikato countryside to Taupō, where we will stop for lunch (own cost). We continue on our journey to the Hawkes Bay region and on to the seaside city of Napier.  Known as the ‘The Art Deco City’, this beautiful town boasts stunning architecture after being rebuilt in the early 1930’s following a devasting earthquake. On arrival, enjoy an orientation tour of the city before making our way to our accommodation for the duration of the tour. Tonight, we will enjoy dinner at the hotel. After dinner, enjoy the beginning of the Festival with the opening ceremony happening just across the marine parade at the Soundshell.

Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Te Pania, Napier – 3 nights

Day 2              Saturday 17 February 2024  

NAPIER                                                                                               (B)

This morning is at your leisure to enjoy the Art Deco festivities.  After finding some lunch (own cost) in the many cafes and eateries, take to the streets to enjoy the Classic Car Parade . The Royal New Zealand Navy band will lead the way for some of New Zealand’s oldest cars from the mid 1890’s through to the mid 1930’s. After this fascinating display we journey out to Mission Estate Winery , the oldest winery in New Zealand, established in 1851 by the French Marist religious order, for a tour and wine tasting. The remainder of the evening is free to enjoy the range of Art Deco festivities happening around the town.

Note: The full Art Deco Festival 2024 brochure will be available in late 2023 with a full schedule of events for the festival weekend. Any of these additional activities that you choose to participate in will be at your own expense/booking.

Day 3              Sunday 18 February 2024  

This morning we explore Hastings to view the Art Deco buildings around the city. Our first stop is the popular Hawkes Bay Farmers Market , a place where the region’s finest growers and artisan producers supply their wares so you can buy direct from the source. Our next stop will be Birdwoods, offering a gallery, sculpture garden, and old-fashioned sweet shop. Once we arrive back in Napier in the early afternoon, the remainder of the day is for you to enjoy the Art Deco festivities.

Day 4              Monday 19 February 2024

JOURNEY FROM NAPIER                                                                  (B)

We start our final day with a guided tour on-board magnificently restored Art Deco Vehicles . On this guided tour, we will be accompanied by an experienced chauffeur who will give us a light-hearted guided tour of Napier where we will learn about its intriguing history and fascinating highlights. After our tour, we depart Napier and travel through the Esk Valley and over the Kaimanawa Ranges to Taupō, where there is time available to browse the local town centre and purchase lunch (own cost). We continue on our way to arrive in Hamilton full of memories, fun and laughter.

Scenic Hotel Te Pania, Napier

Scenic Hotel Te Pania is located in a waterfront location on Marine Parade, this convenient and central location means many of the area’s best local attractions are within a few minutes’ walk. Guests are invited to enjoy quality four-star hotel accommodation of an international standard. With 109 guest rooms and suites all facing out to the bay with floor to ceiling windows that can slide open to fill the room with fresh ocean air.

Tour Inclusions

• Door to door home collection & drop off service available from select areas –  refer to further information available here
• 3 nights’ accommodation – twin/double rooms, all with private facilities (single rooms available with surcharge)
• Tour admissions as per itinerary
• Touring in modern air-conditioned vehicle
• Breakfasts (B), Lunches (L), Dinners (D) where indicated on your daily itinerary
• Guided tour on board an Art Deco Vintage Car
• Mission Estate Winery Wine Tasting
• 3x breakfasts, 1x dinner

Tour Payments Per Person ($NZD)

Balance of tour payment due Friday 22 December 2023

Book and pay in full by Thursday 19 October 2023 and receive $100.00 discount per person!

Yes. Leisure Time Tours offers a free home collection and drop off service from selected Hamilton, Tauranga, Rotorua and most Auckland City areas. Our complimentary collections are based on your individual post code, other home collection locations available at an additional cost. Alternatively you may wish to meet us at our Hamilton depot in which case you can park your car in our secure yard free of charge for the duration of your holiday. For all tours that have a flight component, we can also offer door to door collections from Wellington, Christchurch and Dunedin city areas.

Please refer to our Home Collections page for further information about this service.

There is no Guaranteed Twin Share on this tour. 

To ensure that you select the right tour for you, we’ve developed a very clear set of fitness recommendations for our tours. These physical ratings clearly explain how much physical exertion is required to participate on each tour. 

Level 1 – Easy

• Relaxed paced tour
• Be able to participate in guided or unguided small walking tours at a relaxed pace.
• Walk on mostly level ground
• Tackle an occasional flight of stairs
• Occasionally need to stand for up to 10 minutes
• Able to get on and off transportation unaided

Level 2 – Moderate

• Be able to participate in walking tours with time to rest at least every 10 minutes
• Stand for 15 minutes without needing to sit down
• Tackle a flight of stairs or incline
• Walk confidently on bush tracks

  Level 3 – Active

• Participate in walking tours without having to rest for up to 20 minutes
• Walk up an incline equal to a flight of stairs without stopping
• Stand for 30 minutes without needing to sit down
• Walk over uneven ground and walk through soft sand

Yes we can. Should you wish to arrive earlier or stay longer we can book in some pre and post tour accommodation for you. Please ask at the time of booking if you require this.

This tour will be guaranteed once the minimum number of passengers have been booked on the tour.

Passengers rotate seats in the coach daily so that all passengers have the opportunity to enjoy forward and window seating. All passengers are expected to participate as a booking condition.

Yes. A point of difference is that wherever possible we offer our passengers roadside refreshments served from the coach. This gives all passengers the chance to mix and mingle over a hot cuppa allowing us to share our experiences as we journey together.

Leisure Time Tours strongly advises all passengers to purchase a travel insurance policy. A comprehensive travel insurance policy may prevent you from spending extra money in case of an emergency and will help you feel protected during your holiday. We are agents for Cover More Travel Insurance. Ask us for a no obligation insurance quote today.

Luggage is restricted to one suitcase and one small item of hand luggage per person. Baggage handling of one suitcase per person, at each hotel, is included in the trip price. Carry-on/hand luggage handling is the responsibility of each guest and all personal items must be taken off the coach by you each day of the trip.

When on tour, dress is generally relaxed and casual with an informal dress standard on most occasions. Casual wear is recommended for travelling with something a little more formal for evening dining. If taking part in outdoor activities, make sure you have a waterproof coat, comfortable footwear and dress in layers to help you adjust to any sudden changes in climate. Be prepared for New Zealand’s powerful sun, even on cold windy days, bringing a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.

Booking Terms & Conditions

Terms & Conditions…. Valid from 01 October 2023

Acceptance of Terms and Conditions  

If you book a Packaged T our with us and pay your deposit, you are deemed to have accepted these terms.   If you book a Leisure Time Travel tour through an agent, the agent is deemed to have accepted these terms on your behalf.      We may ask you to sign a copy of these terms when you join your Packaged Tour to provide a record of your acceptance of these terms and you agree to sign these terms on our request.  

Itineraries   The itinerary for your Packaged Tour was correct at the time of printing but is subject to change without notice. This could come about due to road or weather conditions, or any changes im posed by other tour operators and carriers included in the itinerary. Such changes may occur prior to travel, or whilst on tour. You agree that we have no liability to you for changes to your itinerary. If a passenger amends their itinerary by starting or concluding the itinerary earlier or later, then it becomes their responsibility to arrange tour or flight connections as necessary.   

*Guaranteed Twin Share Prices   Our Guaranteed Twin Share price is available for those passengers willing to share with another single traveller of the same gender. If there isn’t another passenger of the same gender to share with, we GUARANTEE our twin share price. Leisure Time Travel accepts no responsibility for the compatibility of passengers travelling under this arrangement. If someone is not compatible with the person they have been matched up with, all additional costs incurred to assist with changing their shared room type to two single rooms will be at the expense of both travellers and will be subject to availability. Acceptance of a guaranteed twin share room is subject to the individual’s medical condition being suitable for this type of accommodation arrangement.   *NOT applicable to all tours, please refer to the individual tour brochure to confirm whether this arrangement is available.  

Travel Insurance   Leisure Time Travel strongly advises all passengers to purchase a travel insurance policy when booking a tour. A comprehensive travel insurance policy gives peace of mind for unexpected issues or emergencies that may arise prior to or during a tour. We can assist with a no-obligation insurance quotation – ask us for a quote today, or you may opt to arrange your own travel insurance.  

Health and Fitness   Passengers should be in good health and able to walk moderate distances to fully participate and experience the sightseeing opportunities within the enclosed itinerary. All passengers are required to acknowledge that they are of reasonable health and are considered to be fit to travel and are not travelling contrary to any medical advice. By acknowledging their health and fitness to participate , passengers are indemnifying us from all actions, claims and demands arising out of any lack of health and fitness. We reserve the right to remove a passenger from a tour if their health or fitness interferes with any other passenger’s experiences or the day to day running of the tour. In this instance our normal cancellation terms and conditions will apply. You agree that we have no liability to you for any loss, damage, costs or other effects of health problems you may encounter on your Packaged Tour.  

Travellers Who Require Assistance   

It is a requirement of joining your Packaged Tour that you disclose to us at time of booking, any disability requiring special attention .  This includes physical disability, difficulty walking, hearing or eyesight impairment, or any neurological disorders .  Should your health circumstances change between time of booking and travel date, we require you to disclose if you now have any disability requiring special attention .     While every effort is made to accommodate such difficulties, we are not responsible in the event we are unable to do so, and are not responsible for any denial of services by third party operators including airlines, accommodation providers and tour operators .  Our concern must always be for the enjoyment and welfare of the group as a whole, and we regret that we cannot provide individual assistance to participants for walking, getting on and off motor coaches or vessels, or other personal needs. A physically and mentally able companion must accompany travellers who need such assistance .  

Seat Changes   Passengers rotate seats in the coach daily so that all passengers have the opportunity to enjoy forward and window seating. All passengers are expected to participate as a booking condition.  

Luggage   Luggage is restricted to one item of ‘checked in’ luggage and one smaller item of ‘ underseat ’ or hand luggage per person.   Due to limited storage capacity in the motorcoaches used on tour, each ‘check in’ luggage item should have dimensions not exceeding 30” x 20” x 12” (76x51x30cm) and weight not exceeding 50lbs (23kg).   

‘ Underseat ’ or hand luggage is restricted to one piece per person, not exceeding 17” x 13” x 8.7” (43x33x22cm). ‘ Underseat ’ or hand luggage handling is the responsibility of each guest and must be taken on and off the motorcoach by you each day of the trip. Although every effort is made to handle guests’ luggage carefully, we cannot be responsible, assume liability or accept claims for loss or damage to luggage and personal effects due to breakage, theft, or fair wear and tear through hotel, airline and group carrier handling. Therefore, it is important for protection that passengers make certain they have adequate travel insurance to cover these eventualities.   

Car Parking at Leisure Time Tours Yard    

The car parking facility (“Facility”) offered for passengers is provided for the convenience of our patrons only. The use of this Facility is entirely at the risk of the vehicle owner.   Leisure Time Tours Ltd   (“Company”) shall not be responsible for any loss, theft, damage, or vandalism to vehicles or their contents while parked in the Facility.   The Company disclaims all liability for any accidents, injuries, or damages that may occur within the Facility, including, but not limited to, collisions between vehicles, slips, falls, or any other accidents.   All vehicles parked in the Facility must be properly insured. Vehicle owners are responsible for ensuring that their insurance covers any damage or loss that may occur while their vehicle is in the Facility.   By using the Facility, the vehicle owner or operator agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Company, its employees, agents, and affiliates from any claims, liabilities, losses, costs, or expenses arising out of or in connection with the use of the Facility.   The Company reserves the right to refuse entry to or eject any vehicle or individual from the Facility at its discretion.   The Company does not guarantee the security or surveillance of the Facility, and patrons are encouraged to take appropriate precautions to safeguard their vehicles and possessions.   The terms and conditions of this disclaimer are subject to change without notice.   

Price Amendments   Prices were correct at the time and date of printing; however, Leisure Time Travel reserves the right to amend the price subject to any changes in price imposed by other tour operators and carriers included in the itinerary or major fluctuation in the exchange rates, or increases in government or other levies. The final tour cost will be guaranteed not to change once the full and final payment has been received.   

Exclusions    

Tour price excludes airport departure taxes, drinks, telephone calls, gratuities, any passport or visa costs, travel insurance, items of a personal nature, optional sightseeing activities, and costs for variations made outside the group travel arrangements.   

Payments, Cancellations and Refunds   A non-refundable deposit is required when booking to confirm your place on a tour .   Registrations will be accepted in order of receipt of deposits.  

All balance payments must be received by Leisure Time Travel prior to the date specified as per itinerary or your booking confirmation. Payments are available to be made by Cash, Direct Credit or EFTPOS – Credit Card payments will incur an additional surcharge. Leisure Time Travel reserves the right to amend , reschedule or cancel the tour due the result of circumstances outside the company’s control. Leisure Time Travel also reserves the right to cancel the tour due to insufficient numbers and in this instance a substitute date will be offered, or a full refund will be made available.   

New Zealand Domestic Cancellation Policy   Note – These cancellation terms are for standard domestic tours which excludes overnight boat stays   If you cancel your booking:   · 50+ days prior to tour commencement, loss of the non-refundable deposit   · 30 to 49 days prior to tour commencement; your cancellation charge is 50% of the full Package Tour price (50% refund); plus, any applicable supplier cancellation fees   · 30 days prior to tour commencement your cancellation charge will be 100% of the full Package Tour price (no refund)   No refunds will be given on any unused portions of any itinerary. The exception is when a sightseeing service has been cancelled by the service operator due to weather conditions/safety concerns etc. and only when the operator authorises a refund. Any such refunds will be processed through your travel agent at the conclusion of the tour.  

Please Note: Any applicable airline content does not apply to the above refunds – Please refer to your airline for their specific cancellation/refund policies.  

Our Responsibilities   We are responsible for booking and packaging goods and services provided by other operators such as hotels, attractions, and transportation companies to create your Packaged Tour. We recommend that you familiarise yourself with the terms that will apply to those goods and services. We are not responsible and have no liability to you for the terms of other operators or for any loss, damage, omission or acts, negligent or otherwise, committed by those other operators.  

Your Responsibilities   You agree to behave reasonably throughout your Packaged Tour and not to be a nuisance to other passengers. You agree to comply with these terms and the terms that apply to any goods or services supplied to you by other operators. You also agree to comply with our reasonable requests and the requests of other operators. You indemnify us for any liability, costs, damages or other expenses we suffer or incur as a direct or indirect consequence of your behaviour while part of your Packaged Tour.  

Removal f rom Tour   For the wellbeing of all passengers on your Packaged Tour, we reserve the right to remove you from your Packaged Tour and cancel your booking with us if you breach any of your obligations under these terms provided that, except in the case of a serious breach (as determined by us) we will give you notice of the breach and a reasonable opportunity (which will be no more than two days) to remedy the breach before exercising our cancellation right.   In the case of a serious breach, we can exclude you from your Packaged Tour and cancel your booking by immediate verbal or written notice to you.   In the event of such cancellation, you will be responsible, at your cost, for arranging any accommodation, travel costs and other matters required as a direct or indirect consequence of the cancellation.   

Force Majeure   You agree that we have no liability to you and will not pay any compensation to you where the performance of our contractual obligations is prevented or affected by circumstances amounting to “force majeure ”. In these terms, ‘force majeure’ means any event that has an impact on your Packaged Tour which we or the other operator (where relevant) could not, even with all due care, foresee or avoid. Such events may include war or threat of war, riots, civil strife, terrorist activity, industrial dispute, natural or nuclear disaster, pilferage, epidemics, pandemics, forced quarantine, medical or customs regulations, riot, fire, storm, flood, explosion, compliance with any law or government restraint order, rule regulation, strikes, lock outs, or any other cause not reasonably within the control of our control. We reserve the right to cancel, amend or reschedule your Packaged Tour during or following any force majeure and if we do so you agree that we will have no liability to you for any direct or indirect consequences of the cancellation, amendment or rescheduling.  

Privacy Act Waiver    

Travellers joining our tours automatically give consent for us to pass essential personal information to our suppliers on the tour as necessary .   This information may include full name; address; passport number; travel details; contact details; dietary requirements and health information.   

Limitation of Liability     The Consumer Guarantees Act 1993, the Fair Trading Act 1986, and other statutes in New Zealand may impose warranties, conditions or obligations upon us which cannot by law (or which can only to a limited extent by law) be excluded. We exclude all such imposed warranties, conditions or obligations to the extent permitted by law and exclude any warranty, condition or obligation imposed or implied under common law, equity or otherwise.   Except to the extent that the law prevents us from excluding liability and as expressly provided for in these terms, we shall not be liable for any loss or damage or liability of any kind whatsoever (including consequential loss or lost profit or business) whether suffered or incurred by you or another person and whether in contract, or tort (including in negligence), or otherwise and whether such loss or damage arises directly or indirectly from Work or Goods provided by us to you.   To the extent that we are liable for any reason for any loss suffered or liability incurred by you arising from any breach of these terms or for any other reason, such liability is limited to the price of your Packaged Tour.   

Napier City Coastline

Mission Estate Vineyard

Vintage cars in the Art Deco Centre, Napier. Photo credit: Art Deco Trust

The County Hotel. Photo credit: Hawkes Bay Tourism

The Dome, Art Deco in Napier

National Tobacco Company, Art Deco in Napier

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