Operatunity 2022 Travel Brochure

OPERATUNITY TRAVEL 2022 NEW ZEALAND WITH NORFOLK ISLAND

MAKING MUSIC, FRIENDS AND MEMORIES!

CONTENTS PAGE 4 ABOUT OPERATUNITY TRAVEL PAGE 6 OPERATUNITY COVID POLICIES PAGE 7 HOW TO BOOK PAGE 8 CHRISTMAS IN THE WAITOMO CAVES 26 - 30 NOV 2021 PAGE 10 CHRISTMAS WITH KARL 23 DEC 2021 - 2 JAN 2022 PAGE 12 COROMANDEL COUNTRY EXTRAVAGANZA 6 - 13 FEB 2022

PAGE 24 MID WINTER CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL- LAKE TAUPO AND CHATEAU TONGARIRO 7 - 15 JUNE 2022 PAGE 26 MAGIC MUSIC WINTER WONDERLAND 30 JUNE - 16 JULY 2022 PAGE 28 SPRING AND SONG IN THE SOUTH 28 SEPT - 5 OCT 2022 PAGE 30 FAR NORTH - A LITTLE BIT OF COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL 7 - 12 OCT 2022 PAGE 32 THE GREAT NZ TRAIN JOURNEY 16 - 30 OCT 2022

PAGE 14 ART DECO NAPIER 18 - 22 FEB 2022

PAGE 34 TARANAKI GARDEN SPECTACULAR 24 OCT - 1 NOV 2022

PAGE 16 NORFOLK ISLAND MUSIC FESTIVAL 23 FEB - 2 MARCH 2022

PAGE 36 ROCK AND ROLL AROUND WAIHEKE 13 - 20 NOV 2022

PAGE 18 OFF THE BEATEN TRACK RAIL ODYSSEY 11 - 25 MARCH 2022

PAGE 38 SOUTHERN LAKES AND FIORDS 22 - 26 NOV 2022

PAGE 20 MARLBOROUGH SOUNDS MUSIC FESTIVAL WITH OUR THREE TENORS 23 - 31 MARCH 2022

PAGE 40 MARTINBOROUGH SPRING MUSIC FESTIVAL 30 NOV - 7 DEC 2022

PAGE 22 AUTUMN LEAVES MUSIC FESTIVAL 11 - 20 APRIL 2022

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WELCOME

TO OUR 2022 TRAVEL EXPERIENCES To all our Operatunity Family, What turns a trip away into the journey of a lifetime? What makes a holiday fill you with joy when you look back at the photos?

At Operatunity we use three special ingredients, music, flair and kindness, to take that getaway you’ve been dreaming of and elevate it to something truly exceptional. Our tours provide exclusive access to extraordinary musical moments you can only experience through Operatunity. From sheep stations to castles, from fiords to mountains, New Zealand’s finest performers will add a layer of beauty, vibrancy and warmth to these spectacular locations, only to be experienced by a special few.

Our tour hosts may be stars of the stage, but above all they are among the kindest people I know and trust to guide you with the utmost care, and of course, fun!

Our travellers arrive carefree knowing that all the details have been taken care of thanks to our dedicated travel team. They bring to life the trips that John and I dream up, with your needs in mind and provide outstanding personalised service every step of the way.

Proudly Kiwi owned and operated, Operatunity has been bringing happiness into the lives of New Zealand seniors for 21 years. When you join us, you’ll join over 10,000 travellers who have celebrated life with us.

2022 is your time to experience the exceptional.

With love and best wishes, Susan Boland MNZM & John Cameron Co-Owners and Founders

For more information ring our office or visit our website: www.operatunity.co.nz

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ABOUT OPERATUNITY

We are a company specialising in music lovers tours to the senior market. Our artists escort our trips and provide music, care and friendship along the way.

Each trip has been especially planned to include music and arts experiences and are packed with features not found anywhere else.

Music is a key element in making our experiences special. There are special experiences and events every day, such as themed dinners, impromptu concerts, music, art tours with art experts and garden tours with garden experts.

We only sell our trips at our concerts which means you travel with like-minded music lovers.

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We spend less time travelling between regions, allowing more time to enjoy experiences when you arrive. We avoid one night stops and “conveyor belt” travel, so you really can capture the local colour and vitality of the region.

We have lots of people who travel on their own. We endeavour to match you up with someone who is close in age to you. Often you will get a chance to meet with your matchup or ring them before you leave on your trip.

You also may prefer to travel solo and pay the single supplement price. We travel as a happy band so there will be lots of chances to meet people. It is also important to remember that our singers are our escorts so you will see at least a couple of familiar faces when you arrive.

Mobility We ask that you can walk at least 100 metres unaided and be able to get on and off buses with little or no assistance. We cater for a senior market but it is important that you do not jeopardise the enjoyment of others by requiring more care and holding up the rest of the group. Talk to our office or staff at concerts and read our advisory notes for individual trips to get a better idea of your suitability for each trip.

For more information ring our office or visit our website: www.operatunity.co.nz

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2021/2022 NZ TRIP COVID POLICIES We understand the need for flexibility at present but there is also the need to have something to look forward to. Operatunity has put the following in place for our trips to protect your health and financial security.

Financial 1. Generally as a policy if we are unable to proceed with a trip due to COVID-19 restrictions, we would, if possible, transfer the trip to new dates.

2. However we will refund you IN FULL if this trip is unable to be transferred due to Covid restrictions, even once you have paid finals for this trip.

3. This does not mean we would refund you if you simply changed your mind and decided not to go at the last minute.

4. It does mean, however, that if you had a medical certificate to say you were unwell to travel that we would work very hard to get as much of a refund back for you depending on hotels and other costs involved.

5. If we have booked your flights and the trip was unable to proceed, we will work hard to get you a credit or refund, but if the flights have already been ticketed this would be a credit for you to use on another occasion. We would be unable to get you a full refund for your airline tickets.

Health and Safety Please do not travel if you are unwell.

1. If you have any cold or flu symptoms the week before departure, you must see your GP and obtain a medical certificate.

2. Wearing of Masks - You are welcome to bring your own mask and wear it at any time. At time of printing this brochure, you are required to wear masks on the plane and on public transport. Masks will not be mandatory on our own coach, at our own meals or activities, or when we are within our group as we will be in our own bubble.

3. If you fall ill while on the trip, you will be asked to isolate in your room for a couple of days off to rest. You may also be asked to see a doctor and obtain a COVID test.

4. Hand washing - We have provided a travel size hand sanitiser, please use this frequently throughout the day and wash your hands!

These policies have been compiled to allow you to travel with confidence and with utmost enjoyment as well as keep you safe and keep our New Zealand bubble safe! Let’s go and have some fun and experience the most beautiful country in the world!

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HOW TO BOOK YOU CAN BOOK OUR TRIPS BY: Email: travelbookings@operatunity.co.nz Phone toll free: 0508 886 489 Mail: PO BOX 132 150, Sylvia Park, Auckland 1644 Website: www.operatunity.co.nz Daytime Concerts: You can also book any of our trips at our concerts.

Please note: You will need to fill in a booking form which can be found online or we can email you a copy. If you travel with us regularly by paying your deposit, even if you have not signed our booking form, you will be accepting our terms and conditions.

Bookings are only valid with an accompanying deposit. Deposits are refundable minus office costs until final balance is due.

Full itineraries are available on our website, at our Daytime Concerts or by phoning our office.

For more information ring our office or visit our website: www.operatunity.co.nz

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CHRISTMAS IN THE WAITOMO CAVES 26 - 30 NOVEMBER 2021 “What a lovely finish to the year our trip to the Waikato was.

One of the best with beautiful venues, great concerts and a lot of fun and laughter. Thank you so much for the lovely time.”

Joan

Imagine listening to some of New Zealand’s finest artists delivering Christmas in the Caves, which reverberates around the incredible acoustics of the world famous cathedral in the Waitomo Caves as well as 4 other magnificent events including Enchantment in the Redwood Forest!

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3,860

$

per person twin share

Single Room supplement add $740 Initial Deposit on booking

Final Balance due: 27 August 2021

$1,200

Deposits refundable (less costs incurred) prior to FINAL BALANCE DUE DATE. Itinerary details are subject to change, however any changes will be replaced with a comparable or better option.

THIS TRIP INCLUDES: •

A memorable Christmas in the Caves in the Cathedral of the Waitomo Caves with its exceptional acoustics.

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Featuring some of New Zealand’s finest singers: sopranos Susan Boland and Amanda Atlas, mezzo-soprano: Elisha Fai-Hulton, tenors: Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua, Cameron Barclay, Derek Hill and Kalauni Pouvalu and Paul Carnegie-Jones on piano, with special guest appearances by John Cameron, Karl Perigo, Suzanne Lynch and Marian Burns.

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Enchantment in the Redwood Forest, a mystical evening showcasing best loved classics from the sacred, classical and operatic repertoire.

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Viva Italia in the Vines at the Vilagrad Vineyard with dinner and concert.

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Dinner and themed concert The Golden Age of Musicals in the grand, historic atrium of Wintec.

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A special chartered afternoon tea cruise on Lake Rotorua on the paddle steamer, Lakeland Queen: Full Steam Ahead! With musical entertainment from Karl, Suzanne Lynch and Marian Burns in keeping with our paddle steamer!

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Lunch and tour of the themed gardens at the famous Hamilton Gardens plus time to wander these gardens at leisure.

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4 nights accommodation at the 4.5 star Novotel Hotel Hamilton.

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Tours include Hobbiton to discover the real Middle Earth, a tour and lunch at the famous Zealong Tea Estate and cruise and afternoon tea on our charter cruise on Lake Rotorua.

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All breakfasts, 1 afternoon tea, 3 lunches and 4 dinners are included.

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This tour will be limited to 2 coaches due to the costs of hiring and the restrictions on the Waitomo Caves and the Redwood Forest.

OUR ARTISTS FOR THIS TRIP

Susan Boland

Cameron Barclay

Elisha Fai-Hulton

Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua

Derek Hill

John Cameron

Amanda Atlas

Kalauni Pouvalu

Paul Carnegie-Jones

PLEASE NOTE: As our travellers are coming from all over NZ, airfares are not included.

MODERATE TOUR This tour will suit people with good mobility so sorry no one with a walker or in a wheelchair.

Karl Perigo

Marian Burns

Suzanne Lynch

For more information ring our office or visit our website

You will need to be able to walk down about 100 stairs with good hand rails. However you do not need to climb back up the stairs as after the glow worm cave boat ride, you will have just a gentle slope to walk up on return.

CHRISTMAS WITH KARL 23 DECEMBER 2021 - 02 JANUARY 2022 “It was a magical time filled with glorious musical events and fun filled activities every day.”

- Rowena & Bruce

Karl, Pat and Grant host an amazing tour to Christchurch with traditional Christmas dinner, concert and carols, to Oamaru and to Dunedin with a Scottish New Year’s Eve, complete with piper and Address to a Haggis - what a merry way to spend this festive season with the nicest men in the world!

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5,540

$

per person twin share Single Room supplement add $1,160 Initial Deposit on booking

$900 Second Deposit due 3 September 2021 $1,200 Final Balance due: 14 October 2021 Deposits refundable (less costs incurred) prior to FINAL BALANCE DUE DATE. Itinerary details are subject to change, however any changes will be replaced with a comparable or better option.

THIS TRIP INCLUDES: •

A 10 night, 11 day celebration tour which includes Christchurch Sudima Hotel (3 nights), Brydone Hotel Oamaru (3 nights) and Distinction Dunedin Hotel (4 nights)

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Numerous special events to celebrate Christmas, New Year and just being together escorted by Karl Perigo, Pat Urlich and Grant Winterburn with special guest appearances by Suzanne Lynch.

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Welcome dinner with concert Whole Lotta Shakin’ Going On. Let’s get this party started in style!

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Carols by Candlelight is a true celebration of family, of Christmas and of community spirit. Carols by Candlelight features the Salvation Army Band, guest performers, a combined Christchurch choir and a few twists to help us celebrate. For those who wish to, Karl will take you to celebrate Midnight Mass.

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Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas! We bring you tidings of great joy with a very special Christmas Day planned for you all!

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Happy New Year - Auld Lang Syne! With all the trimmings of our own Operatunity New Year’s Eve dine and dance!

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Scottish theming this evening in our own Edinburgh of the South with music, traditional piper and of course Robbie Burns’ Address to a Haggis!

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Other music events include a Family Soirée, I’m Getting Married in the Morning: love, marriage and Victorian songs in a stunning 100 year old private chapel and final night dinner and gala at Larnach Castle: Royal Variety Gala with a very special guest!

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Numerous activities and special tours including Kate Sheppard House, Riverstone Castle with private tour, historic tour of Oamaru, Blue Penguin tour, tours of Olveston and Larnach Castle and much more.

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Meals included: All breakfasts, 9 dinners, 6 lunches and 2 high teas plus haggis!

OUR ARTISTS FOR THIS TRIP

Limited to one coach load of happy Operatunity Travellers.

PLEASE NOTE: As our travellers are coming from all over NZ, airfares are not included.

Karl Perigo

Suzanne Lynch

EASY TOUR Easy tour which will suit most people but not someone in a wheelchair sorry. You will need to be able to get on and off a coach and also walk through parks and to the Christmas carols with ease. Also many of the historic places we visit will have stairs only with no lift.

Grant Winterburn

Pat Urlich

For more information ring our office or visit our website

COROMANDEL COUNTRY 6 -13 FEB 2022 EXTRAVAGANZA 6 - 13 FEBRUARY 2022 “This certainly was an outstanding experience - my friend and I enjoyed everything about it - one of the best holidays I’ve had.

Everything was perfect.”

Sandra

Come and party with iconic Kiwi artists: Karl Perigo, Suzanne Lynch, Marian Burns, Pat Urlich, Grant Winterburn on piano and Chet O’Connell on guitar on the Coromandel Peninsula, one of the most beautiful, unspoilt places in New Zealand. It’s going to be a humdinger of a week.

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4,950

$

per person twin share

Single Room supplement add $1,750 Initial Deposit on booking

$900 Second Deposit due: 23 September 2021 $1,200 Final Balance due: 28 November 2021 Deposits refundable (less costs incurred) prior to FINAL BALANCE DUE DATE. Itinerary details are subject to change, however any changes will be replaced with a comparable or better option.

THIS TRIP INCLUDES: •

7 nights accommodation at 5 star hotels: 2 nights at the Cordis Hotel, Auckland, plus 5 nights at the Grand Mercure Puka Park, Pauanui, Coromandel.

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Party with our iconic favourite Kiwi artists: Karl Perigo, Suzanne Lynch, Marian Burns and Pat Urlich with Grant Winterburn on piano and Chet O’Connell on guitar in a feast of fun and fab music. It’s going to be a humdinger of a week.

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Numerous music events including at Bracu Estate our welcome dinner, A Little Bit of Country, Kiwiana at Falls Retreat, Waihi, When Irish Eyes are Smilin’ in the gardens at Rapaura Watergardens, Rock Around the Clock in an American diner and Ring of Fire, our vibrant tribute to Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, Glen Campbell, John Denver and many of the iconic greats in the country music world.

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A tour of the Coromandel, one of the most beautiful unspoilt areas of New Zealand with its coastlines, pristine beaches, beautiful native bush and gold mining history.

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Numerous special activities and tours including glass bottom boat ride touring the coastline to Cathedral Cove and seeing the marine life from the comfort of our own boat, train journey through the native bush, visits to gardens like Rapaura and Waterworks, a historic tour of Thames and our own tour of the working gold mine at Waihi.

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Special venues and special events at rustic venues with quirky charm and great views over the lovely scenery, an open air Irish concert set amongst the water lilies and a special country concert on our final night.

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All breakfasts, 4 lunches, a high tea and 6 dinners are included.

OUR ARTISTS FOR THIS TRIP

Limited to one coach load of happy Operatunity Travellers.

PLEASE NOTE: As our travellers are coming from all over NZ, airfares are not included.

Karl Perigo

Grant Winterburn

Marian Burns

Pat Urlich

Suzanne Lynch

Chet O’Connell

For more information ring our office or visit our website

MODERATE TOUR Please note this tour does require a good level of fitness as we are staying at Puka Park which is set within the native bush. A lovely hotel but the rooms are spread out over the grounds and you may need to climb a slope or stairs to get to your rooms.

ART DECO NAPIER 18 - 22 FEB 2022 “I have this past week been on my first Operatunity tour, Art Deco.

What an amazing tour, packed and filled with an amazing program that was an absolutely fabulous, fun, magical time.”

Robyn

Join Karl Perigo, Alex Foster, Russell Dixon and Grant Winterburn as we combine the Tremains Art Deco Festival with a group of musically minded, mad people, our own Operatunity flavour and a great chance to dress up.

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3,198

$

per person twin share

Single Room supplement add $720 Initial Deposit on booking

$900 Second Deposit due 15 September 2021 $750 Final Balance due: 15 November 2021 Deposits refundable (less costs incurred) prior to FINAL BALANCE DUE DATE. Itinerary details are subject to change, however any changes will be replaced with a comparable or better option.

THIS TRIP INCLUDES: •

4 nights’ accommodation at the centrally located 4 star Scenic Hotel Te Pania.

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Several musical Art Deco Festival events and 2 Operatunity concerts, It’s Delovely and The Dancing Years at famous restaurants in the area.

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Gatsby picnic including bubbles and hampers in a magnificent event of china, old gramophones and dressing up with parasols - the lot!

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Other special events include vintage car tour of Napier, vintage car parade, dressing up and high tea and wine tastings.

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A chance to dress up and wander through the festivities including street parades, bands, and vintage cars.

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All breakfasts, 1 high tea, 2 lunches and 4 dinners included.

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Escorted by Karl Perigo, Alex Foster, Russell Dixon and Grant Winterburn.

Limited to one coach load of happy Operatunity Travellers.

PLEASE NOTE: As our travellers are coming from all over NZ, airfares are not included.

OUR ARTISTS FOR THIS TRIP

Karl Perigo

Russell Dixon

Alex Foster

Grant Winterburn

For more information ring our office or visit our website

GENTLE TOUR This tour will suit most people, even with a stick or a walker, but sorry not someone in a wheelchair. The activity level is gently paced, but you still need to be able to get on and off buses easily. There will be walking, but not a lot.

NORFOLK ISLAND MUSIC FESTIVAL 23 FEBRUARY - 2 MARCH 2022 “Thank you both, and your talented team of entertainers for a wonderful trip to Norfolk Island. It was certainly a time of song, music, love and laughter, and great fun.”

- Fay

Fly to Norfolk Island on our own chartered flight with our favourite artists: Sue, John, our three tenors: Bonnie, Derek, and Kalauni plus Karl, Amanda, Lynette and Paul to present a week of entertainment, history, fun and frivolity and yes OVERSEAS!

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Choice of 2 hotels either GOVERNOR’S LODGE or PARADISE RESORT. (First come first served)

5,700

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per person twin share Single Room supplement add $1,075 Initial Deposit on booking

Second Deposit due 16 September 2021 Final Balance due: 15 November 2021

$900 $1,500

Deposits refundable (less costs incurred) prior to FINAL BALANCE DUE DATE. Itinerary details are subject to change, however any changes will be replaced with a comparable or better option.

THIS TRIP INCLUDES: •

Return airfares Auckland - Norfolk Island on our own chartered Air New Zealand flight including all taxes.

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7 nights’ accommodation in your choice of two lovely hotels: Governor’s Lodge Resort offers individual one bedroom 4 1/2 star fully serviced cottages set on 12 acres of wonderfully landscaped sub-tropical gardens, or The Paradise Hotel and Resort, a lovely hotel which has been recently refurbished, nestled in 11 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds.

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Hosted with music presented by Susan Boland, John Cameron, our Three Tenors: Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua, Derek Hill, Kalauni Pouvalu and Karl Perigo, Lynette Martin, Amanda Atlas and Paul Carnegie-Jones.

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Specially crafted musical events: 100 Glorious Years of Song, Showstoppers, Opera to die for!, Music for Inspiration at the beautiful Melanesian Chapel, Karl’s Crazy Capers, showcasing the talents and madness of Karl, Luck of the Irish and The Last Night of the Proms, with a special royal guest appearance!

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The climax of the week is our premium event in a magic forest grotto entitled Starry, Starry Night, a magical, musical evening under the stars.

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All activities and tours as listed in the itinerary including island tours, the Mutiny on the Bounty show, Mad Hatters Tea Party and a Pirates, Mutineers and Wenches night.

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All breakfasts, 2 high teas, 1 morning tea, 2 lunches, 5 dinners, 1 supper.

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All transfers, tips, tours and porterage as listed.

OUR ARTISTS FOR THIS TRIP

Susan Boland

Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua

Amanda Atlas

John Cameron

Derek Hill

Lynette Martin

Karl Perigo

Kalauni Pouvalu

Paul Carnegie-Jones

For more information ring our office or visit our website

GENTLE TOUR This tour will suit most people, even with a stick or a walker, but sorry not someone in a wheelchair. The activity level is gently paced, but you still need to be able to get on and off buses easily. There will be walking, but not a lot.

OFF THE BEATEN TRACK RAIL ODYSSEY 11 - 25 MARCH 2022

“We especially were impressed with the way all of the team not only performed their musical duties, who also worked long hours and took on a wide range of tasks from baggage handlers to trolley dollies, to assisting many of the tour party getting on and off the bus and train.”

Noel and Barbara

A 15 day exclusive musical train charter around the North Island to see many natural wonders only accessible by train, with your hosts and musicians Bonnie, Sue, Stu and Paul.

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7,690

$

per person twin share

Single Room supplement add $1,960 Initial Deposit on booking

$900 Second Deposit due 5 October 2021 $1,500 Final Balance due: 14 December 2021 Deposits refundable (less costs incurred) prior to FINAL BALANCE DUE DATE. Itinerary details are subject to change, however any changes will be replaced with a comparable or better option.

THIS TRIP INCLUDES:

OUR ARTISTS FOR THIS TRIP

Susan Boland

Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua

Amanda Atlas

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An exclusive charter train journey on tracks no longer accessible by public rail: Auckland to National Park includes three volcanic mountains - Tongariro, Ngauruhoe and Ruapehu and the famous Raurimu Spiral. National Park to Napier includes Taihape to Palmerston North and the picturesque Manawatu Gorge, currently only accessible by rail. Napier to Dannevirke includes the Heretaunga Plains on towards Dannevirke. Feilding to New Plymouth includes the Westmere Bank with the mighty Mt Taranaki on our left and the distant slopes of Mt Ruapehu on our right.

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Themed music events hosted by Sue, Bonnie, Stu and Paul on piano include 100 Glorious Years of Song, featuring war songs, comic songs, nostalgic songs and everything in between, The Last Night of the Proms, a rip roaring flag waving singalong time, Gatsby Glitter and Glam Gala!, great songs from the Art Deco era by composers like Porter, Gershwin, Kern, Novello and so many more, When Irish Eyes are Smiling famous fun songs and ballads from Ireland, The Best of Broadway with songs by Rodgers and Hammerstein, Lloyd Webber and a special appearance by Amanda Atlas!

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Auckland (2 nights) to enjoy a welcome dinner and music and a rare chance to go behind the scenes at Glenbrook Railway to tour their workshops and enjoy lunch on board their historic steam train with a train ride through the countryside to Waiuku.

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Chateau Tongariro Hotel (2 nights) plus tours of National Park and the National Army Museum, Waiouru.

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Napier (3 nights) including vintage car tour of the city, wine tasting, Art Deco concert and dinner at the Old Church.

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Martinborough (3 nights), visits to vineyards, wine tasting, Tui Brewery, Greytown and Stonehenge Aotearoa.

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New Plymouth (3 nights) mountain drive and visits to amazing museums: Tawhiti, Puke Ariki and Govett-Brewster Art Gallery/Len Lye Centre plus drive the Forgotten Highway to Whangamomona.

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Chateau Tongariro Hotel (1 night)

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All breakfasts, 12 lunches, 12 dinners and all morning and afternoon teas on board the train are included.

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Escorted by singers Susan Boland, Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua, Stuart Coats and pianist Paul Carnegie-Jones.

Limited to one coach load of happy Operatunity Travellers.

PLEASE NOTE: As our travellers are coming from all over NZ, airfares are not included.

Stuart Coats

Paul Carnegie-Jones

For more information ring our office or visit our website

MODERATE TOUR You need a moderate level of fitness to undertake this tour. You need to be able to get on and off trains, on narrow steep stairs, and also walk through train stations. It would not suit any one on a walker. Our coach will take all our luggage so no need to lug this onto the train.

MARLBOROUGH SOUNDS MUSIC FESTIVAL

WITH OUR THREE TENORS 23 - 31 MARCH 2022 “As usual everything was wonderfully well organised, the singing out of this world, the food marvellous and the different venues we visited were extremely interesting.”

Robyn

Join our three tenors Bonnie, Derek, Kalauni with Sue, John and Paul on a musical journey through the captivating Marlborough Sounds with a five night exclusive stay at Furneaux Lodge in the Marlborough Sounds plus 3 nights in wine country!

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5,890

$

per person twin share

Initial Deposit on booking

$900 Second Deposit due: 2 November 2021 $1,200 Final Balance due: 17 December 2021 Deposits refundable (less costs incurred) prior to FINAL BALANCE DUE DATE. Itinerary details are subject to change, however any changes will be replaced with a comparable or better option.

THIS TRIP INCLUDES:

OUR ARTISTS FOR THIS TRIP

Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua

Susan Boland

Derek Hill

John Cameron

Kalauni Pouvalu

Paul Carnegie-Jones

For more information ring our office or visit our website

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Five nights exclusive use of Furneaux Lodge in the Marlborough Sounds plus 3 nights at Chateau Marlborough exploring wine country!

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Magical music events in this stunning setting: Sacred Songs by Candlelight, in our beautiful setting amongst the bush, sea and lit by an abundance of candlelight, Classical Sounds of Silence in a gentle sheltered bay, South Pacific BBQ with some favourite songs from shows and a singalong movie under the stars: The King and I.

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Our finale evening Opera under the Stars Diner en Blanc, celebrating both French and Italian popular opera. Dress up in white tonight as we enjoy a gala event in our white marquee, lit with fairy lights and candles!

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In Marlborough 3 bespoke musical events at amazing venues: Best of Mario at the luxurious historic Marlborough Lodge, Viva Italia! at Saint Clair Vineyard and The Three Tenors amidst the historic planes at Omaka Aviation Museum.

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Other activities in the Marlborough Sounds include a cruise of Queen Charlotte Sound to Ship Cove, green mussel farm, fishing, kayaking and a sunset cruise where we will find a gentle cove and enjoy our concert Classical Sounds of Silence.

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Other activities in Blenheim include tour of Omaka Aviation Museum, Classic Car Museum, wine tasting, vineyard lunches and dinners, garden tour and time to relax!

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Escorted by Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua, Derek Hill, Kalauni Pouvalu, Susan Boland, John Cameron and Paul CarnegieJones on piano.

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Tour includes all transfers in the Marlborough Sounds, boat charters and coach tours.

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All breakfasts are included, 1 high tea, 6 lunches and all 8 dinners.

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This tour will be strictly limited to a maximum of 42 travellers.

PLEASE NOTE: As our travellers are coming from all over NZ, airfares are not included.

GENTLE FITNESS This will be a relaxing tour so will suit most people but you still need to be able to get on and off coaches and boats with ease and walk around Furneaux Lodge which is quite spread out but flat.

AUTUMN LEAVES MUSIC FESTIVAL 11 - 20 APRIL 2022 “What an amazing time we have just experienced meandering through the Doubtful Sound with the majestic mountains, waterfalls, moss, treetops turning, excellent music, wonderful food and friendly company.”

Christine

Discover Doubtful Sound on our 2 night exclusive charter, colours of autumn in Arrowtown, Cromwell and Central Otago, Warbirds over Wanaka with music

by Bonnie, Kalauni, Cameron, Sue, John and Paul!

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7,250

$

per person twin share Single Room supplement add $3,320 Initial Deposit on booking

$900 Second Deposit due: 15 November 2021 $1,500 Final Balance due: 14 January 2022 Deposits refundable (less costs incurred) prior to FINAL BALANCE DUE DATE. Itinerary details are subject to change, however any changes will be replaced with a comparable or better option.

THIS TRIP INCLUDES: •

10 days discovering the stunning autumn colours of Central Otago: Cromwell, Heritage Collection Lake Resort (2 nights), private charter The Fiordland Navigator, Doubtful Sound (2 nights), and Millbrook Queenstown (5 nights).

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Tour includes a two night private charter of Doubtful Sound, 3 music events on board, plus time to relax and enjoy the special atmosphere and peace plus The Sound of Silence.

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We include tickets to Warbirds over Wanaka in Hurricane Tim Marquee in the middle of the flight-line including all day tea and coffee, morning and afternoon teas and lunch from the BBQ Grill.

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10 days of music: Cruise on the Earnslaw to Walter Peak with Easter roast dinner and Music for Inspiration, our very special concert of sacred songs and inspiring music in this beautiful setting, dinner at a historic vineyard with Family Soirée, a fun night of singalongs, requests, music theatre, jokes and great old favourites, Fabulous 40s and 50s, in keeping with our retro museum and the surrounding classic cars and planes plus our welcome dinner and music at our lovely hotel: Love and Laughter, a light start to our 10 days of music!

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Three special concerts in Doubtful Sound - Music for Romantics, the most romantic songs ever written tonight from Opera, Viennese, music theatre and love songs through the ages, a very special afternoon recital on board from Paul: Paul’s Piano Preludes, Classics by Candlelight, beautiful melodies and best loved opera and song - beautiful music in this mystical setting, lit by candlelight.

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Final night dinner with views across the valley and its abundance of autumn colours with concert entitled: Autumn Leaves, a celebration of French music, songs from Edith Piaf and French opera with a few guest surprises as well!

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Numerous special activities include: private charter on boat, which includes Naturalist talks, cruise, seal, penguin and dolphin spotting and very special music events, Warbirds museum, Walter Peak, Earnslaw, wine tasting, tour of Arrowtown, Queenstown, Alexandra, Wanaka and Cromwell.

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All tours, activities and transfers as listed in this itinerary.

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Meals include: All breakfasts, 7 lunches, 8 dinners and morning tea/afternoon teas as noted in itinerary.

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Escorted by Susan Boland, John Cameron, Bonaventure AllanMoetaua, Cameron Barclay (TBC due to Ten Tenors commitments), Kalauni Pouvalu and Paul Carnegie-Jones.

OUR ARTISTS FOR THIS TRIP

Susan Boland

John Cameron

Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua

Cameron Barclay

Kalauni Pouvalu

Paul Carnegie-Jones

For more information ring our office or visit our website

Limited to one coach load of happy Operatunity Travellers.

PLEASE NOTE: As our travellers are coming from all over NZ, airfares are not included.

MODERATE TOUR This tour will suit people with good mobility, so sorry no one with a walker or in a wheelchair.

MID WINTER CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL LAKE TAUPO AND CHATEAU TONGARIRO 7 - 15 JUNE 2022

“Nothing is too much trouble for your team of ‘’givers’’ who indeed are genuinely caring & blessing us for the entire duration of the tour.

What would we do without you.”

Jill and Murray

Be captivated by our Mid-winter Christmas Festival with six special music events in majestic Lake Taupo and Chateau Tongariro, provided by Susan Boland, John Cameron, Karl Perigo, Derek Hill with Jess Hindin on violin and Paul Carnegie-Jones on piano.

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4,890

$

per person twin share

Single Room supplement add $1,075 Initial Deposit on booking

$900 Second Deposit due: 18 January 2022 $1,200 Final Balance due: 9 March 2022 Deposits refundable (less costs incurred) prior to FINAL BALANCE DUE DATE. Itinerary details are subject to change, however any changes will be replaced with a comparable or better option.

THIS TRIP INCLUDES: •

Eight nights’ accommodation in 4 and 5 star hotels: Cordis Hotel, Auckland (1 night), Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels, Lake Taupo with guaranteed lake view rooms (4 nights) and Chateau Tongariro Hotel (3 nights).

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Six amazing musical events: O Holy Night at a historic church, sunset cocktails with dinner, Love Songs by the Lake, overlooking the majestic Lake Taupo, A European Romance in a European style ski resort as we celebrate the waltz and the music of Vienna, our grand finale event at the hotel, Mistletoe, Melody and Madness at the Chateau, a gala event at Broadlands Lodge, with dinner and a concert entitled Luck of the Irish! And An Afternoon with Jess as we enjoy high tea in the historic foyer of the Chateau.

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Escorted by Singers Susan Boland, John Cameron, Karl Perigo, Derek Hill with Jess Hindin on violin and Paul Carnegie-Jones on piano.

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All coach tours as listed in itinerary including: Auckland to Taupo via Cambridge, Taupo sightseeing, Taupo to Rotorua, Rotorua sightseeing, Taupo to Chateau Tongariro, tours through National Park, Tongariro to Auckland via Waitomo Caves.

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Numerous activities including cruise on Lake Taupo, drives through majestic countryside of lakes and mountains, visits to National Army Museum, Whakarewarewa, Redwood Forest, Orakei Korako, Cambridge, Waitomo Caves, Lava Glass Sculpture Gardens and Huka Falls and a tour of Rotorua.

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Meals included: All breakfasts, 1 high tea, 6 lunches and 7 dinners.

OUR ARTISTS FOR THIS TRIP

Limited to one coach of happy Operatunity Travellers.

Susan Boland

Derek Hill

John Cameron

Jess Hindin

Karl Perigo

Paul Carnegie-Jones

For more information ring our office or visit our website

PLEASE NOTE: As our travellers are coming from all over NZ, airfares are not included.

MODERATE TOUR As we will be travelling in winter, on and off boats and visiting parks with hot pools and slippery rocks, we recommend a moderate level of fitness should be considered before booking this trip. Sorry this trip would not suit someone on a walker or in a wheelchair.

MAGIC MUSIC WINTER WONDERLAND

30 JUNE - 16 JULY 2022 “Thanks again to you all for- your attention to detail 26 JUNE 03 thoughtful JULY 2021 & the joy you bring to us ‘oldies’!!”

Pam

A spectacular 17 day winter journey through Canterbury, the McKenzie Country, Mount Cook, Te Anau and Central Otago with Alex Milligan, Kalauni Pouvalu, Kelly Lim Harris, Reg Towers and special guest appearances from Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua and Karl Perigo

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7,920

$

per person twin share

Single Room supplement add $2,325 Initial Deposit on booking

$900 Second Deposit due 18 February 2022 $1,200 Final Balance due: 21 April 2022 Deposits refundable (less costs incurred) prior to FINAL BALANCE DUE DATE. Itinerary details are subject to change, however any changes will be replaced with a comparable or better option.

THIS TRIP INCLUDES:

• A spectacular 17 day winter journey through Canterbury, the McKenzie Country, Mount Cook, Te Anau and Central Otago.

• Christchurch, Sudima Hotel (4 nights), Lake Tekapo, Peppers Bluewater (2 nights), Mt Cook, Hermitage Hotel (3 nights) - mountain view rooms, Cromwell, Heritage Collection Lake Resort (3 nights), Lake Te Anau - Distinction Luxmore Hotel (2 nights), Queenstown, Millbrook Resort (2 nights).

• Music events include: welcome dinner at the fabulous Cossar’s Wineshed, with concert Luck of the Irish, dinner at the iconic Tannery Atrium with concert: The Greatest Songs Ever Written, one of the highlights of the trip: a recital at the famous Church of the Good Shepherd, with its views of the lake, Music for Inspiration! The Hills are Alive, a concert of great music theatre songs including of course from The Sound of Music, in keeping with our visit to the Southern Alps, Wine, Women and Song set in a historic vineyard, concert on deck with Milford Sound as our backdrop - Mystical Melodies. Final dinner with concert: Last Night of the Proms with special guest artists.

• Numerous special flavours include: TranzAlpine train journey over the Alps, tours of Kate Sheppard House, Riccarton House, Stargazing in Tekapo, Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre, talk from local farmer in High Country Station, tours of Naseby, Alexandra, historic vineyard tour, cruises, glow worm caves, Milford Sound, Earnslaw cruise, Mount Cook, Cromwell, Queenstown, Walter Peak and so much more!

YOUR ARTISTS FOR THIS TRIP

• Escorted by Alex Milligan, Kalauni Pouvalu, Kelly Lim Harris, Reg Towers with special guest appearances from Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua and Karl Perigo.

• All breakfasts, 7 lunches, 2 MT and 13 dinners are included.

Limited to one coach load of happy Operatunity Travellers.

Alex Milligan

Reg Towers

Kalauni Pouvalu

Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua

Kelly Lim Harris

Karl Perigo

For more information ring our office or visit our website

PLEASE NOTE: As our travellers are coming from all over NZ, airfares are not included.

EASY TOUR This tour will suit most people but, sorry, not someone in a wheelchair or on a walker. The activity level is gently paced, but you still need to be able to get on and off buses easily. There will be some walking but as we are travelling in winter we want to ensure your mobility level will cope if we encounter slippery surfaces or snow.

SPRING & SONG IN THE SOUTH 28 SEPTEMBER - 5 OCTOBER 2022 “Operatunity is a professional company and that is reflected in the performers you employ, they were wonderful with the guests, they made us feel part of your family. Thank you again for a wonderful tour, the memories will stay with me forever.”

Margaret

We invite you on a musical odyssey of Country, Irish and Rock and Roll while touring Stewart Island, Invercargill, Catlins and Dunedin with our iconic Kiwi artists, Karl, Marian, Pat and Grant!

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4,650

$

per person twin share Single Room supplement add $1,050 Initial Deposit on booking Second Deposit due 2 May 2022 Final Balance due: 1 July 2022

$900 $1,200

Deposits refundable (less costs incurred) prior to FINAL BALANCE DUE DATE. Itinerary details are subject to change, however any changes will be replaced with a comparable or better option.

THIS TRIP INCLUDES:

OUR ARTISTS FOR THIS TRIP

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8 day, 7 night tour, delving into the deep south of New Zealand.

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5 great concerts: America Here We Come! with songs from USA including from country, music theatre, ragtime and Marian’s famous bluegrass, Artist Showcase, as we showcase our great artists as they tell us a little bit about themselves and show us their great talents!, When Irish Eyes are Smiling with some good old fashioned singalongs and mad Irish fiddling!, Thank God I’m a Country Boy with music and dancing and our 50s theme: Shake, Rattle and Roll with dancing!

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Dunedin (3 nights’ accommodation) including city tour, visit to Otago Museum and Olveston House and Larnach Castle.

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Tour of the Catlins including scenic drive to its waterfalls, lakes, forest and rugged coastlines.

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Invercargill (4 nights’ accommodation) including city tour, visit to Bill Richardson Transport World and chocolate making!

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Full day tour to Stewart Island which includes Village and Bay tour, movie of A Local’s Tail, and catamaran return cruise.

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All transfers, entrances and tours listed in this itinerary.

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All breakfasts plus 5 dinners and 3 lunches included.

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Escorted by the dynamic team of Karl Perigo, Marian Burns, Pat Urlich and Grant Winterburn.

Limited to one coach load of happy Operatunity Travellers.

Karl Perigo

Pat Urlich

Marian Burns

Grant Winterburn

For more information ring our office or visit our website

PLEASE NOTE: As our travellers are coming from all over NZ, airfares are not included.

EASY TOUR This tour will suit people with a stick, but not a walker. You will be required to walk to get from place to place and stand in museums, but it is designed to be an easy tour with lots of times to rest, travel on a coach and walk easy leisurely distances.

FAR NORTH

A LITTLE BIT OF COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL 7 - 12 OCTOBER 2022 “We had a lovely week, and you were all so kind to us oldies, we loved it. You have added a new dimension to our lives.”

Neil & Robin

Discover the magic and mystique of the Far North with Country, Irish, Rock and Roll music from Karl, Marian, Suzy, Russell, Pat and Grant

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4,150

$

per person twin share Single Room supplement add $990 Initial Deposit on booking Second Deposit due 16 May 2022 Final Balance due: 14 July 2022

$900 $1,200

Deposits refundable (less costs incurred) prior to FINAL BALANCE DUE DATE. Itinerary details are subject to change, however any changes will be replaced with a comparable or better option.

THIS TRIP INCLUDES: •

A six-day tour of the Far North staying at Scenic Circle Hotel, Paihia (5 nights).

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Musical events in iconic places, taking each special setting and matching it with special concerts including A Little Bit of Country with welcome dinner, Thank God I’m a Country Boy in the old Duke of Marlborough Hotel and Shake, Rattle and Roll in a vineyard setting and An Irish Evening with Marian.

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All tours, including tours of the Bay of Islands, coach tour to Cape Reinga, Kerikeri foodies tour, historic tour of Russell, tour to the Kauri Forest and cruises around the beautiful Bay of Islands.

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OUR ARTISTS FOR THIS TRIP

All breakfasts, 1 morning tea, 4 lunches and 5 dinners.

Hosted by Karl Perigo, Marian Burns, Suzanne Lynch, Russell Dixon, Pat Urlich and Grant Winterburn.

Limited to one coach load of happy Operatunity Travellers.

PLEASE NOTE: As our travellers are coming from all over NZ, airfares are not included.

Karl Perigo

Suzanne Lynch

Russell Dixon

Pat Urlich

Grant Winterburn

Marian Burns

For more information ring our office or visit our website

EASY TOUR This tour will suit people with a stick, but not a walker. You will be required to walk to get from place to place and stand in museums, but it is designed to be an easy tour with lots of times to rest, travel on a coach and walk easy leisurely distances. You will need to be able to get on and off a bus with ease.

THE GREAT NEW ZEALAND TRAIN JOURNEY 16 - 30 OCTOBER 2022 “Once again we had a really memorable holiday with very experienced, helpful and delightfully generous guides, making sure everyone was safe and enjoying their holiday. The musical episodes were exceptional as usual and really appreciated.”

Marlene and Joe

Oh what a beautiful morning! All aboard and we are on the road (or on the train tracks!) for the Great New Zealand Train Journey which combines all the bygone glory of train travel, with fun and laughter with our escorts, as well as incredible music theatre events in beautiful settings around New Zealand.

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7,690

$

Initial Deposit on booking

Second Deposit due 23 May 2022 Final Balance due: 8 July 2022

per person twin share

$900 $1,500

Deposits refundable (less costs incurred) prior to FINAL BALANCE DUE DATE. Itinerary details are subject to change, however any changes will be replaced with a comparable or better option.

THIS TRIP INCLUDES: •

OUR ARTISTS FOR THIS TRIP

Karl Perigo

Alex Milligan

Alex Foster

14 nights’ accommodation in 4-star hotels: Auckland (1 night), Hamilton (3 nights), Chateau Tongariro (2 nights), Wellington (3 nights), Blenheim (2 nights), Christchurch (3 nights).

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Train journeys: Northern Explorer Auckland – Hamilton - National Park - Wellington //Coastal Pacific, Blenheim - Christchurch // TranzAlpine Christchurch - Greymouth (return).

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Other transport - Interislander Ferry one-way Wellington to Picton, plus all transfers, including luggage and people by coach included.

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Best loved music theatre experiences along the way which include welcome concert: Getting to Know You with special guest, West End star Russell Dixon, a gala event The Golden Age of Musicals at Viligrad Vineyard, Puttin’ on the Ritz plus dine and dance: a Blenheim vineyard concert and dinner: Showstoppers, a musical theatre concert at the Tongariro Chateau: Climb Every Mountain, Love and Laughter with special guest artist Stuart Coats and our final evening gala From Phantom to Les Mis with special guest artist Amanda Atlas.

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Numerous experiences such as tours of Weta Workshop, Hobbiton, Zealong Tea Estate, Knights of the Sky, International Antarctic Centre, Hamilton Gardens, Te Papa and National Army Museum, includes wine tasting in Blenheim, special movie night at the Chateau to watch Murder on the Orient Express and tour of National Park.

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All breakfasts, 1 afternoon tea, 5 lunches and 10 dinners included.

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Love, care and laughter from our incredible tour hosts Karl Perigo, pianist Grant Winterburn, Alex Milligan and Alex Foster with special guest appearances by Amanda Atlas, Stuart Coats and Russell Dixon.

Limited to one coach load of happy Operatunity Travellers.

PLEASE NOTE: As our travellers are coming from all over NZ, airfares are not included.

Grant Winterburn

Russell Dixon

Amanda Atlas

Stuart Coats

For more information ring our office or visit our website

MODERATE TOUR This tour will suit people with a stick, but not a walker. You will be required to walk to get from place to place and stand in museums, but it is designed to be an easy tour with lots of times to rest, travel on a coach and walk easy leisurely distances. You will need to be able to get on and off a train with ease and walk through the train stations.

TARANAKI GARDEN SPECTACULAR 24 OCTOBER - 01 NOVEMBER 2022 “How one and all achieved that wonderful “Ayrlies” function was amazing - your team coming from all directions, in the midst of concerts and trips around the country. Of course, the Six Tenors and Stephen were the icing on the cake!”

Rosemary

Come and join Lynette, Kelly, Stu and Reg Towers on piano to celebrate the beauty of the North Island’s West Coast with the Taranaki Garden Spectacular Festival, driving the rugged coastlines as well as three nights in Auckland exploring stunning gardens.

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4,275

$

per person twin share Single Room supplement add $975 Initial Deposit on booking Second Deposit due 27 May 2022 Final Balance due 26 July 2022

$900 $1,200

Deposits refundable (less costs incurred) prior to FINAL BALANCE DUE DATE. Itinerary details are subject to change, however any changes will be replaced with a comparable or better option.

THIS TRIP INCLUDES: •

5 nights accommodation at Novotel New Plymouth, 3 nights Cordis Hotel, Auckland.

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Very special garden tours including Ayrlies Garden with concert, Wintergardens, Eden Garden and in Taranaki eight gardens are showcased as part of the Taranaki Garden Festival.

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Great music concerts: welcome concert in the Ayrlies Garden with a high tea served and celebrating our tenors Bonnie, Derek and Kalauni with special guest Cameron Barclay (subject to Ten Tenors commitments): Tea with the Tenors!, dinner and a concert at Sails Restaurant: I Never Promised You a Rose Garden, a fun concert all about flowers, dinner at a vineyard, with Rose of Tralee featuring great songs from Ireland, From Broadway to West End featuring the greatest music theatre songs through the decades.

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We drive through some of the most beautiful coastlines and gorges in New Zealand, wander fabulous private gardens, explore the local area through coach trips, experience Glenbrook Vintage Rail with charter train ride on a steam train and tour of workshops, visit Waitomo Caves, and enjoy local museums and beautiful settings for meals and musical concerts along the way.

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Enjoy the beauty of the North Island’s West Coast with the Taranaki Garden Spectacular Festival, Stratford and Waitara.

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Care, fun and music provided by Lynette Martin, Kelly Lim Harris, Stuart Coats and Reg Towers on piano with special guest appearances by Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua, Derek Hill, Kalauni Pouvalu and Cameron Barclay (subject to Ten Tenors commitments).

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Tours and entries as listed in itinerary including Otorohanga Kiwi House, Waitomo Caves and Tawhiti Museum. All this under the backdrop of some of the most fabulous scenery in NZ: the stunning West Coast of the North Island including drives through gorges and magnificent coastline, New Plymouth, Stratford, Waitara, Auckland and the Waitomo Caves.

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All breakfasts, 7 lunches, 5 dinners and 2 High Teas included.

OUR ARTISTS FOR THIS TRIP

Lynette Martin

Reg Towers

Kelly Lim Harris

Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua

Stuart Coats

Cameron Barclay

Limited to one coach load of happy Operatunity Travellers.

PLEASE NOTE: As our travellers are coming from all over NZ, airfares are not included.

Derek Hill

Kalauni Pouvalu

For more information ring our office or visit our website

EASY TOUR This tour will suit people with a stick, but not a walker. You will be required to walk to get from place to place and stand in museums and gardens but it is designed to be an easy tour with lots of times to rest, travel on a coach and walk easy leisurely distances.

ROCK AND ROLL AROUND WAIHEKE 13 - 20 NOVEMBER 2022 “The Waiheke trip was just amazing; to me, everything was perfect – accommodation, places we visited, food and your wonderful people who as well as being great singers (and actors) are so flexible in the many jobs they undertake, and are so very people oriented.”

Ginny

Rock and Roll around Waiheke on a 7 fun filled music events on Waiheke with gourmet food and wine experiences at many iconic vineyards plus time off to relax and enjoy this lovely island.

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5,850

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per person twin share Single Room supplement add $1,690 For 2 people who want to enjoy a two bedroom unit on Waiheke

ADD $850 per person Initial Deposit on booking

$900 Second Deposit due: 6 June 2022 $1,500 Final Balance due: 5 August 2022 Deposits refundable (less costs incurred) prior to FINAL BALANCE DUE DATE. Itinerary details are subject to change, however any changes will be replaced with a comparable or better option.

THIS TRIP INCLUDES: •

7 stunning music events: our tribute to The Crooners at the Italian vineyard Poderi Crisci, When You Fall in Love, a concert of romantic melodies at the Man O’ War private chapel, Rock Around the Clock at Casita Miro, Elvis in Viva Las Vegas with a chance to dress up, Glenn Miller and the Big Band Era at the Mudbrick Cafe, fabulous Stonyridge Vineyard with our music concert entitled Stonyridge Sensational 60s, plus our finale The Ultimate 70s Show at the Batch Winery.

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7 nights accommodation on Waiheke Island at the Waiheke Island Resort.

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Gourmet meals and music events at several award winning vineyards: Tantalus Estate Vineyard, Stonyridge Vineyard, Poderi Crisci, Man O’ War Bay Winery, Mudbrick Café, Batch Winery and Casita Miro.

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All coach tours including tour of Waiheke, charters and ferry crossings as per our itinerary.

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Meals included: all breakfasts, 4 lunches and 6 dinners.

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Fabulous extended team of singers and musicians: Hosted

by Susan Boland and John Cameron with artist escorts: Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua, Cameron Barclay (TBC due to possible Ten Tenors commitments), Grant Winterburn, Pat Urlich, Suzanne Lynch, Rebecca Wright with special guest appearances by singers: Karl Perigo, Russell Dixon, Sharon Emirali, Gail Tipene, and our band: Bruce French, Mike Booth, Hank Trenton, Lukas Fritsch, and Chet O’Connell.

OUR ARTISTS FOR THIS TRIP

Susan Boland

Cameron Barclay

Rebecca Wright

John Cameron

Suzanne Lynch

Karl Perigo

Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua

Pat Urlich

Russell Dixon

PLEASE NOTE: As our travellers are coming from all over NZ, airfares are not included.

Sharon Emirali

Gail Tepene

Grant Winterburn

Chet O’Connell

Lukas Fritsch

Hank Trenton

For more information ring our office or visit our website

MODERATE TOUR This is an easy trip for the most part, but you do need to be able to get on and off boats and manage stairs and slopes at the resort. While there is a van to transport us around the resort, this trip will not suit those on walkers and a moderate level of mobility is required.

Mike Booth

Bruce French

SOUTHERN LAKES & FIORDS 22 - 26 NOVEMBER 2022 “Everything about the trip was magical and the music sublime!

You are a remarkable team and bring so much joy to everyone who participates in your concerts and trips, we are so blessed.”

Denise

Imagine a place where the only sounds are birds and the rustle of trees in the mystical isolation of Doubtful Sound. Join our three tenors, Amanda and Stephen for our two night charter in Doubtful Sound plus 2 nights in Queenstown.

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4,495

$

per person twin share

Single Room supplement add $2,740 Initial Deposit on booking

$750 Second Deposit due 10 June 2022 $950 Final Balance due: 29 August 2022 Deposits refundable (less costs incurred) prior to FINAL BALANCE DUE DATE. Itinerary details are subject to change, however any changes will be replaced with a comparable or better option.

THIS TRIP INCLUDES: •

2 nights’ private charter cruise in Doubtful Sound on the beautiful Fiordland Navigator with cruising in Doubtful Sound, Marine Biologist on board plus seal, penguin, and dolphin spotting.

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2 nights’ in Queenstown at the 5 star Millbrook Resort, including dinner with family style soirée.

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3 themed concerts on board our private charter presented by our artists, special events rich in melody: Waltz of my Heart and Music for Romantics plus an afternoon concert Music Magic presented by Stephen.

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2 other premium music events, A Family Soirée at Millbrook Resort and A Classical Journey in an iconic vineyard.

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Music, laughter and care from concert pianist Stephen De Pledge, our three tenors Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua, Derek Hill, Kalauni Pouvalu, soprano Amanda Atlas and her husband, Ravil Atlas.

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All tours and transfers listed in itinerary including Queenstown and Arrowtown tour.

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All breakfasts and dinners plus 3 lunches, tips, porterage included.

Limited to one coach load of happy Operatunity Travellers.

OUR ARTISTS FOR THIS TRIP

Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua

Amanda Atlas

Derek Hill

Ravil Atlas

PLEASE NOTE: As our travellers are coming from all over NZ, airfares are not included.

Kalauni Pouvalu

Stephen De Pledge

For more information ring our office or visit our website

EASY TOUR This tour will suit people with a stick, but not a walker. You will be required to walk to get from place to place and stand in museums, but it is designed to be an easy tour with lots of times to rest, travel on a coach and walk easy leisurely distances.

MARTINBOROUGH SPRING MUSIC FESTIVAL 30 NOVEMBER - 7 DECEMBER 2022 “We were most impressed with the venues, the meals, table settings, most of all the organisation, and of course the Tenors.”

Valerie

A seven night tour of the Wairarapa with music events from our Three Tenors, Stonehenge Aotearoa, gourmet food and wine experiences, historic houses and spring garden tours.

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4,720

$

per person twin share Single Room supplement add $1,620 Initial Deposit on booking

$900 Second Deposit due: 7 June 2022 $1,200 Final Balance due: 6 August 2022 Deposits refundable (less costs incurred) prior to FINAL BALANCE DUE DATE. Itinerary details are subject to change, however any changes will be replaced with a comparable or INCLUDES: better option.

THIS TRIP

THIS TRIP INCLUDES: •

7 nights’ accommodation at Peppers Parehua Martinborough where we will have exclusive use of this lovely resort.

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A seven night tour of the Wairarapa with all tours as per our itinerary, beginning and ending with pick ups at Wellington Airport and Wellington central city.

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Our music festival will be presented by our three tenors, Bonnie, Derek and Kalauni with Stephen on piano. They will serenade you with numerous musical events at fabulous locations including Tribute to Mario Lanza! at the historic Martinborough Town Hall, Classics by Candlelight at a historic church, Stephen in Recital! at a historic house, Viva Italia at Poppies Vineyard, and Just an Old Fashioned Love Song at our hotel.

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Other exceptional experiences include a foodies tour, wine tasting, seal and lighthouse tour, Tui Brewery tasting and tour, vineyards, Stonehenge Aotearoa tour and talk, time to explore the cute towns of the region, shopping and a spring gardens tour!

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Several gourmet food and wine experiences as well as all breakfasts, 5 lunches and 5 dinners included.

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Escorted by tenors Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua, Derek Hill and Kalauni Pouvalu with pianist Stephen De Pledge.

This trip is limited to one coach load of happy Operatunity travellers.

OUR ARTISTS FOR THIS TRIP

Limited to one coach load of happy Operatunity Travellers.

PLEASE NOTE: As our travellers are coming from all over NZ, airfares are not included.

Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua

Derek Hill

Kalauni Pouvalu

Stephen De Pledge

For more information ring our office or visit our website

GENTLE TOUR This tour will suit people with a stick, but not a walker. You will be required to walk to get from place to place but it is designed to be an easy tour with lots of times to rest.

2022

AUSTRALIA AND SOUTH PACIFIC WHEN IT IS SAFE TO TRAVEL We believe it is likely we will do the following trips in 2022 if our travellers and staff are vaccinated before the end of the year and the bubble opens to the South Pacific Islands.

We will not travel if we are required to go into quarantine when we come home or if the bubble continues to yo-yo open and then pausing as we do not want to risk our travellers being stranded in another country.

SYDNEY HANDA OPERA AND SHOWS 3 - 8 April 2022 VANUATU MUSIC FESTIVAL 10 - 17 May 2022 PORT DOUGLAS MUSIC FESTIVAL 25 May - 1 June 2022 RAROTONGA MUSIC FESTIVAL 19 - 26 June 2022 SAMOA MUSIC FESTIVAL 29 June - 6 July 2022 TASMANIA MUSIC AND SIGHTS 2 - 23 Oct 2022 MURRAY RIVER MUSIC FESTIVAL 4 - 11 Nov 2022 OPERA AT ULURU Dates to be confirmed Plus other Sydney and Melbourne show tours depending on announcements of shows.

Expressions of interest are open for the above trips but no deposit is required at this time. We will advise you a minimum of three months prior to the departure date if this trip can go ahead. At that time deposits will be required if you wish to proceed with a booking.

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2022

EUROPEAN TRIPS IF IT IS SAFE TO TRAVEL We believe these trips are less likely to proceed but they are all pencilled in for 2022 if it is safe to travel further internationally.

We will not travel if we are required to quarantine on return home or if it is unsafe to do so.

THE MAGIC AND MUSIC OF IRELAND 9 July - 1 Aug 2022 OBERAMMERGAU AND BAVARIA 7 - 30 Aug 2022 ITALY VERDI FESTIVAL 29 Aug - 28 Sept 2022 MUSICAL GEMS AT CHRISTMAS 22 Nov - 16 Dec 2022 You may like to add your name to our list for this trip as an expression of interest.

Our highly professional team of tour escorts are here to look after you!

For more information ring our office or visit our website: www.operatunity.co.nz

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Toll Free: 0508 886 489 email: travelbookings@operatunity.co.nz | www.operatunity.co.nz PO Box 132 150 Sylvia Park, Auckland 1644, New Zealand