Discover New Zealand and South Africa with the Caravan and Motorhome Club’s worldwide tours

From Christchurch to Te Anau, Queenstown to Picton and then on through Wellington to Lake Taupo and the Bay of Plenty, there is so much to discover in New Zealand with the Caravan and Motorhome Club’s 36-day tour. The trip departing on the 5th November 2023 has late availability and complimentary UK airport lounge passes for anyone booking before 3rd August 2023*. Prices start at £7,699 per person.**

Perfect for touring the open road, the itinerary for the Club’s New Zealand Discovery tour is packed with scenic routes, from snow-capped mountains and dormant volcanoes to stunning coastlines and national parks. The diversity of the country means with each short journey, tourers will arrive at a new and very different destination.

The 36-day escorted tour includes return flights, airport transfers, Maui motorhome hire with insurance and unlimited mileage, two nights in 4* hotels in both Christchurch and Auckland either side of the tour, 28 nights pre-booked campsites in sought after areas, Interislander ferry crossing, Milford Sound nature cruise, a traditional Maori Hãngĩ feast, Skyline Gondola in Queenstown, and a welcome and farewell dinner.

Carol Cooke, who toured New Zealand with the Club, comments: “This was an amazing five week experience in a beautiful country meeting amazing people. It was all extremely well-organised too.”

Tourers begin their trip setting off to Lake Tekapo and Mt Cook National Park.The first ten days take in the Waitaki Valley to Dunedin where they can discover the diverse wildlife of the Otago Peninsula, before arriving at Te Anau, the gateway to the Fiordland National Park.

The next leg of the journey takes in Queenstown and the rugged West Coast. Onto the Abel Tasman National Park, this can be explored by foot, kayak or a leisurely boat cruise, before discovering the Marlborough wine region and taking a ferry to the North Island to the capital city, Wellington.

Other tour highlights include an adventure exploring the rural heartland of Wairarapa region, volcanic and geothermal wonders of Rotorua and a visit to the Coromandel Peninsula and Hot Water Beach.

Late availability is also available on the Club’s Cape Town and the Garden Route tour, a 21 day trip of the southern tip of Africa enabling tourers to take in picturesque views from the majesty of Table Mountain to the natural scenery along South Africa’s famous Garden Route, with prices starting from £4,599 per person. The South African tour departs on the 3rd November 2023; complimentary UK airport passes are also available if tourers book before the 31st July 2023.*

Tour highlights include an elephant interaction experience, a visit to Camdeboo National Park, a half-day guided safari in Addo Elephant park, wine tasting in Stellenbosch and an ultimate road trip along the famous Garden Route that takes in the Botanical Gardens, culinary hotspot of the town Knysna and sandy coves of Plettenberg Bay.

The trips are escorted by local tour guides who have in-depth knowledge of the countries. They travel the same itineraries as tourers and are on hand every morning and evening to give advice on the day ahead, including places to go and things to see. They are also available should tourers need medical advice on their tours.

Members of the Caravan and Motorhome Club also receive a further £100 off the tour price. For more information on how to become a member or to book a worldwide tour with the Caravan and Motorhome Club, please visit camc.com/worldwide

 

Notes to Editors

*Lounge passes available for tourers traveling from UK airports (subject to availability).

**Prices are per person based on two people traveling together. A single supplement will apply for solo travelers. Upgrade to a 4-berth motorhome from £500 per person.

About Caravan and Motorhome Club

Championing and helping its members get more from the great outdoors, whether glamping or touring, the Caravan and Motorhome Club represents the interests of over 1.1 million caravan, motorhome, campervan and trailer tent owners across the UK.  With over 116 years of knowledge and expertise, the Club has a wealth of experience and prides itself on offering great value and high quality campsites for tourers and glampers.

Caravan and Motorhome Club membership is just £59 per year and provides members with access to over 2,700 quality campsites across the UK and Europe. As the UK’s No. 1 rated touring club* it makes sure members get the most from their membership, saving them money with great value offers whether touring or at home.

The Club also offers a range of escorted European tours which are protected by ABTA.  Plus escorted and independent tours in Australasia, North America and Southern Africa which are also fully protected, either by ABTA or ATOL when a flight is included. All members can take advantage of expert advice, overseas travel services, cover and insurance and exclusive member offers and discounts.

For further information about becoming a member of the Caravan and Motorhome Club, please visit www.camc.com  or call 01342 318 813.

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About Experience Freedom

Experience Freedom from the Caravan and Motorhome Club provides glamping accommodation in some of the most beautiful locations in the UK. Helping members get more from the great outdoors, Experience Freedom offers a choice of glamping accommodation, motorhome hire and tent camping, all of which are available to non-members.  Motorhome hire, including some discounted hire schemes can be found here https://www.experiencefreedom.co.uk/motorhome-hire/

Experience Freedom is operated by the Caravan and Motorhome Club, a membership organisation with a wealth of experience in operating high quality campsites.

Caravan and Motorhome Club members can save up to 10% on glamping accommodation for themselves and their friends and family when staying at the campsite with them. It is automatically applied to the booking when the membership number is used. To book friends and family, simply call on 01342 777533 to make a booking with your Club membership card.

To find out more, visit www.experiencefreedom.co.uk

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