PROPOSED ITINERARY FOR JOCKEY CLUB

TO NEW ZEALAND FEBRUARY/MARCH 2018

Total Rugby is a dedicated specialist inbound rugby tour company. The

company has been operating since 2003 and host on average 14 groups per
season. Rugby is more than just a game in New Zealand. Total Rugby
understands and knows the rugby culture here and is best placed to
incorporate this into their rugby tour itineraries.

Based in Christchurch, Total Rugby promotes all New Zealand destinations.

Total Rugby is endorsed by Steve Hansen (current All Black coach), and
twice winning RWC All Black captain, Richie McCaw.

Our motto is: Committed to Excellence.

ITINERARY PREVIEW
This is not a full and detailed itinerary. It is the step between the itinerary
overview and the full itinerary. It contains information that describes all
activities in some detail. It does not contain personnel for the guest
breakfast or coaching sessions. These will be added closer to the arrival
time. It does not include timings and meal arrangements. These will be
added approximately two months before arrival.

Information to include in the full and detailed itinerary:

meal arrangements / full accomodation details / weather / grounds /
daylight hours / game protocols / specific rule changes / aftermatch
arrangements / first aid / voucher arrangements / laundry / security / liaison
/ equipment / emergency and risk management

DAY 1 FRIDAY 23 FEBRUARY

BUENOS AIRES/ AUCKLAND

Welcome to New Zealand. On arrival into Auckland after clearing customs

and immigration formalities and you will be met and welcomed by Total
Rugby staff who will assist uplifting your rental vehicle and your coach
transfer to your Auckland accommodation for your 3 night stay in the City
of Sails
 Check in to Auckland Rose Park Hotel where
accommodation is confirmed for three nights.

Accommodation: Auckland Rose Park Hotel

92-102 Gladstone Road
Parnell, Auckland
Phone 09 377 3619

The Auckland Rose Park has a convenient central location within the chic
Auckland city suburb of Parnell. Overlooking Sir Dove Myer Robinson park,
which incorporates Parnell Rose Gardens, the hotel is located close to key
motorway access points, vibrant retail and dining precincts and local
attractions. All rooms have wireless access, flatscreen TVs with Freeview and
Sky TV channels and there is a outdoor swimming pool on site.

Free afternoon to settle in and walk into downtown Auckland, Parnell or

through the Rose Garden into Judges Bay.

DAY 2 SATURDAY 24 FEBRUARY

AUCKLAND

A training session with your own coaching staff will be held this
morning at local grounds.

This afternoon enjoy a coach tour of Auckland city highlights.

Included in your tour is a stop at Sky Tower. At 328 meters this is
the tallest man-made structure in New Zealand and offers
breathtaking views for up to 80km in every direction. Travel up in
the glass-fronted lifts to one of the 3 spectacular viewing
platforms.

DAY 3 SUNDAY 25 FEBRUARY

AUCKLAND

This morning enjoy a tour of Eden Park

Feel the tension of the Players Tunnel, take Steve Hansens
hot-seat in the Coaches Box, have photo opportunities with
the best views of the stadium, sense the excitement of the
changing rooms, visit the hallowed turf on the historic No.
1 field. You'll be guided by expert historians who are
passionate about sports and the park.

Match 1
Your first tour match will be played today and will be followed
by an aftermatch function.
 Meet Crusader staff who will introduce themselves and what you
can expect from the High Performance programme. (More details to
follow)
CRUSADERS IHPU GAME PREP VIDEO RECOVERY SESSION

DAY 4 MONDAY 26 FEBRUARY

AUCKLAND/WELLINGTON

Travel through the central North Island over the central

plateau, the desert road and past volcanoes, both active and
dormant.

First stop Matamata for a Hobbiton Movie Set tour. You

will be fully guided around the 12 acre set; past Hobbit
Holes, the Mill and into the world-famous Green Dragon
Inn, where you will be presented with a complimentary,
exclusive Hobbit Southfarthing beverage to conclude your
own Middle-earth adventure.

Time also for a stop at Palmerston North to visit the NZ

Rugby Museum where you can really feel the rugby heritage
behind the All Blacks.

Check into you accommodation for your three night stay, close to downtown
Wellington. Wellington is New Zealands capital city and has one of the best
shopping and night-life vibes in the country

Accommodation: The Thorndon Hotel Wellington by Rydges

24 Hawkestone Street
Thorndon, Wellington
Ph: (04) 473 2208
DAY 5 TUESDAY 27 FEBRUARY
WELLINGTON

A training session with your own coaching staff will be held this morning at
local grounds.

The rest of today is free time

DAY 6 WEDNESDAY 28 FEBRUARY

WELLINGTON

After breakfast enjoy a short walk into the heart of

Wellington. Walk along the waterfront to Te Papa, New
Zealands most visited museum and a national treasure.

The Wellington cable car is another city icon and a step

back in time. It is located within easy walking distance.

A visit to NZ Rugby Headquarters at 100 Molesworth

Street is also recommended. There is a range of rugby
memorabilia and silverware on display. A member of
the staff will show the group around and answer any
questions.

DAY 7 THURSDAY 1 MARCH

WELLINGTON/CHRISTCHURCH

This morning transfer to Wellington Airport for your flight to Christchurch.

Flight time 45 minutes

Christchurch is a garden city on the east coast of New

Zealands South Island, set on the Canterbury Plains.
Flat-bottomed punts glide on the Avon River, which runs
through the city centre. On its banks are cycling paths,
the green expanse of Hagley Park and the Christchurch
Botanic Gardens. In 2010 and 2011, 2 major earthquakes
destroyed many city-centre buildings, and restoration
work continues.

Check in to your centrally located Christchurch hotel for an 8 night stay

Accommodation: Breakfree on Cashel

165 Cashel Street
Central Christchurch
Phone 0800 448 891

 Bright and funky with a lot of attitude, BreakFree on Cashel
is located in the centre of Christchurch in New Zealands
South Island, and is a great base to explore the ever-
evolving Garden City. Packed full of value with everything
you need and more, this innovative and stylish hotel has a
unique urban feel throughout, and youll be impressed by
the level of integrated technology.

Spend the afternoon at Adrenalin Forest. This is a multi-level aerial

obstacle course that is great for team building. It includes 6
pathways from 1.5 to 20 meters high, 100 challenges and is more
than 2km long.

DAY 8 FRIDAY 2 MARCH

CHRISTCHURCH

Spend the day at Rugby Park, home of the Crusaders, where you
will be amongst some of the best rugby brains on the planet.
(More details to follow)
CRUSADERS IPHU, CRUSADER SEMINAR CRUSADER S&C
CRUSADER COACHING

DAY 9 SATURDAY 3 MARCH

CHRISTCHURCH

This morning head to one of Christchurchs unique tourist attractions where

its time to get cold Established in 1992, the International Antarctic
Attraction is located in the heart of a working Antarctic campus at
Christchurch International Airport. It is from here that many Antarctic
missions are organized.Included in your admission is a ride on the Hagglund
all terrain vehicle. Sit back, hold on and experience travelling across rough
terrain in this unique and exciting machine This ride is the only one of its
type in the world!! Watch the Little Blue Penguins be hand fed and
experience the 4D Movie.

Free time this afternoon

This evening head to AMI Stadium for a feast of Super Rugby as the
Crusaders play a home game in the early stages of the competition. See
the Crusader horsemen and feel the passion as the home crowd finds
their voice. (Subject to draw)
DAY 10 SUNDAY 4 MARCH
CHRISTCHURCH

Match 2
Your second tour match will be played today and will be
followed by an aftermatch function.

Work with Crusader staff preparing for your game

and learn about effective recovery post match.
(More details to follow)
CRUSADERS IHPU GAME PREPARATION VIDEO, RECOVERY SESSION

DAY 11 MONDAY 5 MARCH

CHRISTCHURCH

CRUSADERS IPHU RECOVERY SESSION. NUTRiTION MEETING. GAME

REVIEW (More details to follow)

DAY 12 TUESDAY 6 MARCH

CHRISTCHURCH/HANMER SPRINGS/CHRISTCHURCH

Spend today taking in some further splendour and magnificence of the New
Zealand scenery with a day out of the city enjoying some thrills and
relaxation.

Travel north from Christchurch through the wineries region of Waipara to

Hanmer Springs, travel time approx. 1.5 hours.

Stop just south of Hanmer Springs for a New Zealand jet boat experience.
The jet boat was invented here in New Zealand by William Hamilton in 1954
and has opened up many otherwise inaccessible areas of New Zealand -
unlike a conventional propeller the jet boat has an impeller above the water
line enabling it to travel through extremely shallow water (3 or 75mm).

Join Thrill Seekers as you jet the entire

length of Hanmers spectacular Waiau
Gorge. Following the contours of the
steep canyon walls where possible,
elbows in as we pass within centimetres
of rugged rocks and cliff faces. Take in
the magnificent scenery, then .hold on
while you experience the famous Hamilton jet spin. Make no mistake this is
the best! Narrow gorges, braided shallows, white water rapids this trip has
it all. Over 30km of exciting jetboating spectacular scenery a total, unique
experience.
 A short drive from Thrillseekers and you will arrive in the small thermal
township of Hanmer Springs. Heres theres time for lunch, a stroll around
the township and a visit to the world famous thermal reserve

Set in a breathtaking natural

landscape, surrounded by forests and
mountains, the award-winning
Thermal Pools offers visitors a wide
range of experiences, from soothing
indulgence to exciting family fun. The
Thermal Pools & Spa has nine open-air
thermal pools, three sulphur pools and
four private thermal pools, as well as a
sauna/steam room. A fresh-water, heated pool and a popular family activity
area, complete with water slides and water toys and picnic area, ensure the
Thermal Pools & Spa offer something for everyone.

Depart Hanmer Springs to return to Christchurch late afternoon

DAY 13 WEDNESDAY 7 MARCH

CHRISTCHURCH

Share breakfast with the countrys finest rugby

players. Listen to them talk about life playing at the
elite level and gain an insight into what it takes to
get there.

CRUSADERS IHPU COACH SESSION WITH

CRUSADERS COACHES GYM SESSION
COACH DEVELOPMENT SESSION (More details to follow)

DAY 14 THURSDAY 8 MARCH

CHRISTCHURCH

CRUSADERS IHPU COACH OBSERVATION & FEEDBACK (More details

to follow)

DAY 15 FRIDAY 9 MARCH

CHRISTCHURCH/DUNEDIN

Depart Christchurch heading south through the Canterbury

Plains, your journey south will take you through the rural
township of Ashburton. Then to Timaru where a stop for a
training run is suggested. Continue on State Highway 1
through Oamaru, then stop to view the Moeraki Boulders -
these are a group of very large spherical stones on
 Koekohe Beach near Moeraki on the Otago
Coast.

Arrive in Dunedin late afternoon. Check in to the Leviathan Hotel

where accommodation is confirmed for your final 2 nights

Accommodation: Leviathan Hotel

27 Queens Garden
Dunedin
Phone 03 477 3160

Situated in downtown Dunedin, the Leviathan Hotel is a

heritage building located close to bars, restaurants, movie
theatres, art gallery, Toitu Otago Settlers Museum, Speights Brewery,
Dunedin Casino, Chinese Garden, Cadbury World and main
shopping area

DAY 16 SATURDAY 10 MARCH

DUNEDIN

This morning enjoy a city highlights coach tour of Dunedin. Scottish

Presbyterian settlers arrived her in 1848 and Dunedin lays claims to New
Zealands first university, first girls high school, first chocolate factory, first
public botanic gardens, first daily newspaper, first cable car public transport,
first kerosene street-lighting and first public art gallery. The first telephone
call in New Zealand was also made here, and your tour will include the
worlds steepest street - Baldwin Street.

Match 2
Your second tour match will be played today and will be
followed by an aftermatch function.

Crusader staff will be available to help manage the

post and pre-match features of your game.
CRUSADERS IHPU GAME PREPARATION VIDEO,
RECOVERY SESSION (More details to follow)
DAY 17 SUNDAY 11 MARCH
DUNEDIN/AUCKLAND

Free time prior to transfer to Dunedin Airport for your domestic flight to
Auckland to connect with your homeward bound flight.

Your Tour Arrangements Terminate

We wish you a safe journey home
 PACKAGE SPECIFICATION

DURATION 16 Nights

MAIN CITIES Auckland - 3 Nights

Wellington - 3 Nights
Christchurch - 8 Nights
Dunedin - 2 Nights

TRANSPORT 1 x 49 Seater 4 star charter coach and hire and self drive of 1 x
12 seater mini van
Domestic flight Wellington to Christchurch

ACCOMMODATION 3 to 3.5 Star Hotels

MEALS Full buffet breakfast (hot and cold)

FIXTURES The arrangement of 3 suitable fixtures for 2 teams in Auckland,

Christchurch and Dunedin, each with an after match function

CRUSADERS A full immersion High Performance schedule with the Crusader

organisation

EXCURSIONS/FEATURES Sightseeing Coach Tour of Auckland City Highlights

Admission to Sky Tower Main Observation Deck
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
Admission to NZ Rugby Museum
Adrenalin Forest Aerial Ropes Course
International Antarctic Centre Admission
Thrillseekers Jetboating (20 minute jet boat ride)
Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve - hot pools and waterslides
Celebrity Breakfast with rugby guests

NZ SUPPORT One New Zealand Prepaid Cell Phone for your use whilst on tour.
NZ Sim Card and NZ$40 credit included.
24/7 assistance available via phone in New Zealand

EXPENSES The rate indicated in the quote covers only the specified activities
and meals. It does not include travel insurance, medical
expenses and incidentals.