Unlock New Zealand’s most authentic luxury experience.

The launch of New Zealand’s most luxurious small group package tour, Green Realm Travel, has created a new echelon in luxury travel for the enjoyment of Australia’s most discerning travellers.

Previously there hasn’t been a tour option targeted at high end travellers that showcases New Zealand, but from November 2007 that is set to change with the first departure of Green Realm Travels tours. Discerning travellers will be able to experience a richly interactive journey that takes in the natural wonder of New Zealand’s most breathtaking scenery, finest lodges, hotels and most exceptional culinary fare through Green Realm Travel.

Green Realm Travellers will board the plush, specially designed coaches and experience an unrivalled tour of New Zealand’s most unforgettable and iconic locations; from a cruise on Milford Sound and a breathtaking flight over Fiordland to Queenstown, to a guided tour of the historical village of Waitangi in the Bay of Islands, followed by a sumptuous dinner at the unique Sugar Boat. The accommodation selected consists of the highest quality 5 star resorts and hotels in some of New Zealand’s most exclusive locations, and guests will enjoy a delectable range of cuisine and award winning New Zealand wines.

With three tours to choose from, each of the experiencial itineraries showcases the best of New Zealand’s dramatic landscapes and offers a diverse range of interactive group activities.

The custom built luxury coaches offer the optimum levels of comfort and relaxation with a maximum of 18 first class leather lounge seats, and only one seat on either side of the centre aisle. Along with internet access, state of the art surround sound systems and a 27 inch flat screen TV, all coaches have onboard bathroom facilities and fresh chilled water.

Green Realm Travel’s ecological focus ensures the coaches are in line with the highest environmental standards; with reduced fuel consumption, reduced exhaust-gas emissions and the quietest performance.

Green Realm Travel’s exceptional Driver Guides are the client’s first point of contact, and provide entertaining and informative explanations of the historical, geographical and cultural points of interest throughout the tour. Their friendliness, experience and pride in being ambassadors for New Zealand ensures every Green Realm tour is a success.

With an in-depth knowledge of the New Zealand’s travel industry, Green Realm Travel’s experienced team is made up of proven performers, and is recognised as a professional operator by New Zealand’s many tourism bodies.

Green Realm Travel Managing Director, Tim Cantlon, said New Zealand’s natural beauty and unique culture has made it a popular destination and it has been ranked in the top three Best Countries by Conde Nast Traveller readers for the last three years. However, the Country hasn’t catered to the high end tour traveller who wants to see, stay and be guided around the very best of New Zealand.

“We’ve created quality, luxury itineraries which ensure guests have the flexibility to take part in diverse range of group activities as well as incorporating independent options which we feel will really appeal to visitors from Australia,” Cantlon said.

“We make certain that our partners adhere to the highest possible standards, and consistently deliver high quality experiences, by working with only New Zealand’s most professional and reputable activity and hospitality providers,” added Cantlon.

The Green Realm Travel itineraries include:-

** The North Island Tour – ‘Birthplace of the Nation’ – 11 days 10 nights.

Price: NZ$9,788 (twin share – per person), NZ$12,515.00 (single)

** The South Island Tour – ‘Adrenaline Sparks and Spiritual Solace’ – 11 days 10 night

Price: NZ$ $9,788 (twin share – per person) NZ$12,515.00 (single)

** The National Tour – ‘The Total Experience’ – 18 days 17 nights.

Price: NZ$17,135 (twin share – per person) NZ$21,894.00 (single)

The first Green Realm Travel tour departs on 13th of November 2007.

To review the itineraries please visit: http://www.greenrealmtravel.com/

Report by the Mole