BIKE NEW ZEALAND “The Best of the Scenic South Island” Feb. 27 - Mar. 11, 2009 $2,879 per person (twin occupancy; land package rate) Ask us for help with optional airfare from your city. Single supplement is on request. Our second annual cycling getaway to New Zealand’s South Island is packed with spectacular scenery & memorable adventures. Explore a hospitable land of alpine peaks, pristine lakes, hidden waterfalls, & friendly sheep farms. Enjoy mountain-ringed Queenstown with its delightful gardens & wineries, the spectacular Milford Sound, & “distinctly British” Christchurch on the beautiful River Avon. Take in breathtaking coastlines & a magical castle along some of the world’s most stunning cycling routes. Visit “Edinburgh of the South” Dunedin, framed by a magnificent harbor with unique marine & wildlife. Learn first-hand about Maori culture. Come to New Zealand’s enchanting South Island! Every morning after breakfast we depart from our cozy inn to experience New Zealand on bike with our local Kiwi guide. A support vehicle transports our luggage & is ready to assist along the way if needed. The South Island terrain is gently rolling with moderate hills, ideal for an intermediate cyclist who can comfortably cycle from 25-50 miles daily. Past spectacular fjords, rain forests, & mountains, we bike through exhilarating, unspoiled countryside. Enjoy hearty meals in the camaraderie of our group. Our cycling tour is an excellent value & is limited to just 14 cyclists. Don’t miss this trip of a lifetime! Sign up today for your spot on The Trip Chicks™ unforgettable 2008 “Bike New Zealand” escape.

Itinerary: Days 1 + 2 U.S.A. – New Zealand Your trans-pacific flights depart from Los Angeles of San Francisco to Queenstown, crossing the International Date Line. Day 3 Queenstown Welcome to New Zealand! From the airport, head to our hotel & rest up from the long journey. Then you’re free to explore the outdoor adventure capital of the world. Voted the “world’s friendliest international city” in a Conde Nast Traveler poll, Queenstown offers beautiful mountain & lake scenery, excellent wine, & a glimpse at Maori culture. Bungy jumping, anyone?  This is the place it was invented! Day 4 Queenstown More time today to take in a few of charming Queenstown’s diverse attractions before meeting guide for lunch at noon & then the bike fitting. After an introductory ride to idyllic Arrowtown, an 1800’s gold mining settlement, enjoy a delicious orientation dinner with fellow cyclists L/D) 20 miles Day 5 Queenstown – Te Anau This morning leave Queenstown to head through peaceful hamlets on the old steam locomotive route. Cycling along Lake Wakatipu via Kingston on the level road to Te Anau, see the lovely Kepler Mountains in the distance. Relax over dinner in Te Anau, a lakeside settlement called the walking capital of the world. Home base for 2 nights, Te Anau is in the “Fiordland National Park” area, a World Heritage site. (B/D) 44 miles Day 6 Te Anau – Milford Sound – Te Anau Rest your cycling legs a bit today as you take in glorious countryside while driving along one of the most splendid roads on earth, the route to world-famous Milford Sound. There are many superb views on the way. The optional 2 ½ hour roundtrip hike to Key Summit is a highlight. At the Homer Tunnel, the road descends sharply to the sea. Later relax on a boat trip on the stunning fjord before the van shuttles our group over the Divide back to Te Anau. (B/L) Day 7 Te Anau -- Otautau Biking south near the beautiful shoreline of Lake Manapouri, take the scenic southern route along the edge of “Fiordland National Park.” This enchanting Southland region is the gateway to New Zealand’s sheep & farmland country. Tonight welcoming Kiwi farm family hosts await your arrival. **Maximum of 4 “Bike New Zealand” cyclists per farm family; shared bathrooms. (B/L/D) 54 miles Day 8 Otautau – Invercargill Cycle today past pretty coastal villages through Riverton, established as a whaling station in 1837. Continue on to Invercargill, New Zealand’s southernmost city. Bordered by marine reserves & conservation land, the historical flax-milling settlement prides itself on its late 19th century buildings & its excellent shopping. (B/D) 39 miles Day 9 Invercargill – Papatowai A ride through quiet countryside leads past fertile farmlands, remote beaches, waterfalls, & peaceful old villages with splendid coastal scenery. Cycle along Curio Bay, home to the 160 million year old petrified forest & a yellow-eyed penguin colony. Then pedal through the Catlins region, known for its dense rain forest & rare birds. Spend the night in Papatowai, a fishing community overlooking Tautuku Bay & a magnificent peninsula. (B/D) 51 miles Day 10 Papatowai -- Dunedin After breakfast, bike to Balclutha, a small farming community called “The Big River Town.” From there, ride the van into Dunedin, an ecotourism center located high on the Otago Peninsula. Scottish heritage town Dunedin, home to 1873 Larnach Castle, has the world's only mainland albatross colony, the steepest street in the world, & a thriving Cadbury chocolate factory. A farewell dinner caps your final day of cycling through the best of the South Island. (B/L/D) 20 miles Days 11 + 12 Dunedin – Christchurch Bid “farewell” to Dunedin & then board the van for the picturesque ride to Christchurch, New Zealand’s “Garden City” considered the “most English city outside of England.” Take advantage of 2 days at leisure to see Christchurch’s many sights, including the International Antarctic Centre, the historic cathedrals, & the romantic parks. (B) Day 13 Christchurch – U.S.A. Today it’s homeward bound with New Zealand memories of a lifetime. Fly via Auckland to Los Angeles & back to your U.S. gateway city.

The Trip Chick™ “Bike New Zealand” Tour Features: ~ 9 Nights’ Lodging in New Zealand Inns (Private Facilities) & 1 Night’s Farm Stay ~ 7 Breakfasts (B), 4 Lunches (L), 6 Dinners (D), incl. Farewell Dinner with Wine ~ 2 Wine & Cheese Briefings ~ Use of 27-Speed Hybrid Bicycle with Saddle Bag ~ Day Cruise on Milford Sound ~ Services of New Zealand Guide/Bike Mechanic ~ Van Support with Luggage Transport ~ Group Transfer by Bus from Dunedin to Christchurch ~ Daily Route Maps & South Island Cycling Map ~ Two Water Bottles ~ Selected Sightseeing En Route & All Lodging Taxes ** Call for info on recommended Travelex trip/accident insurance. Proof of medical travel insurance coverage & use of bike helmet are required on our cycling adventures. For reservations & information, contact Ann or Wendy at Passport to Adventure, Inc. Tel. 770-454-7205 ¨ Fax 770-454-8486