Our promenade starts by vessel from Portovenere, a picturesque village established in roman times and built on a rocky peninsula. Tour continues to Vernazza, to admire the intricate layout of this village with its "carruggi" (narrow lanes) and steep stairways meet in the main square which is by the sea. We will proceed to Monterosso an ancient fishing village considered " the pearl of the Cinque Terre" for plunge into the crystal sea and go to eat the typical Ligurian lunch (not included). The characteristic train bring us to Manarola, from where, walking on the" Path of Love" we'll arrive to Riomaggiore before to finish the tour on La Spezia.
Travel through the rich pastoral farmland of the Canterbury Plains and then onwards and inland to the Kiwi Country Tourism Complex, where we will stop for morning tea (at your own expense). We will then travel across historic Burkes Pass before descending to the stunning glacial fed Lake Tekapo to visit the Home of the Good Shepherd Church, which stands on the lake's foreshore. From here we travel up the western side of Lake Pukaki to arrive at Mt Cook, New Zealand's highest peak and the mecca for climbers and trampers. Spend time enjoying a lunch and exploring the Mt Cook Village, where you will be mesmerised by the alpine surroundings of this truly unique region. On completion of your visit, rejoin your coach for the return journey to Christchurch.
A minivan will take you to Chenonceau, the most popular Chateau in the region then Amboise, prior residence of Francois the First. Your driver will give you information about the region along the way. Your visits will be self-guided with brochures in different foreign languages.
Discover the splendor of the Fall Foliage aboard Ottawa's most exciting and extensive tour of the world famous Gatineau Park. Your two and a half hour tour takes you through magnificent Gatineau Hills renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and fall colors. ALong the tour, you will enjoy three photo stops. Pink Lake, known for it's rare beauty and unusual ecology, Champlain Lookout renowned for its breathtaking view of the Ottawa River Valley, and the Mackenzie King Estate, where one can explore the picturesque ruins and the romantic gardens of the grand old estate. Also located on the estate is a musuem on Canada's tenth Prime Mimister, William Lion Mackenzie King. Or visit the Moorside Tea Room where you can enjoy an afternoon tea.
After being picked up from your hotel in Taichung, you will be transferred to Nantou, located in the centre of Taiwan. The sightseeing tour starts with a visit to Puli Winery, which is famous for Shaoxing Wine and Wine Eggs. See also the culture gallery of wine, established in 1995 to show the history and development of wine. You will then be transferred to Chingjing Hot-Spring, where you can breathe fresh air and see beautiful mountains and sky while soaking in the water and relaxing your body and mind. Lunch is provided in a local restaurant. After lunch, you will be taken to Chingjing Farm which is perched 1,750 meters above sea level, passing native forests, through towering gorges, you can immerse yourself in the fresh air and the scenic wild greenery of the Cingjing Farm. Before return to hotel, will take you to visit Chung Tai Monastery, took 7 years to finish constructing. It is very impressive because of the combination of East and West style and the whole building looks like a pyramid, it is the biggest temple in the central of Taiwan.