New Zealand in Style

13 Days

Start and end in Auckland, Queenstown

Location Covered
Auckland Christchurch Queenstown
Price on Request

Highlights

  • Stay in remarkable locations amid dramatic scenery, away from the main tourist areas.
  • Explore the beauty of Fiordland National Park on an optional scenic helicopter flight.
  • Wine-tasting excursions in Hawke’s Bay.
  • Search for whales on a cruise through the waters of Kaikoura.
  • Take the Interislander ferry from North Island to South Island through the remarkable scenery of Marlborough Sounds.

Itinerary

On arrival in Auckland, you will be met and transferred to the Marino Ridge luxury hosted accommodation on Waiheke island for a peaceful 2-night stay.

Activities on offer:
Optional excursions available include wine tasting on Waiheke island, scenic flights over Auckland and surrounding area by seaplane, or charter a yacht in the harbour.

Collect your car hire downtown and drive to the lakeside town of Taupo in the centre of North Island. Stay at Huka Lodge for 2 nights, set among stunning scenery with lakes, forests and waterfalls nearby. (B, D)

Day at leisure to explore the lodge’s manicured gardens, or take a scenic helicopter flight over the Kaimanawa Ranges followed by a cruise on Lake Taupo, the largest lake in New Zealand. (B, D)

Drive along the Thermal Explorer Highway towards the award-winning wine region of Hawke's Bay. Check in for 2 nights at the Farm at Cape Kidnappers, set above almost 2,500 hectares of pasture land with 180-degree views of the Pacific Ocean. (B, D)

Take advantage of your time in New Zealand’s second largest wine-growing region with a visit to some of the 70 local wineries. Options include a short shared wine-tasting excursion, or private tour taking you into the cellars of some of the country’s finest vineyards. (B, D)

Drive to the Kapiti coast for an overnight stay at Greenmantle Estate, situated just 40km from Wellington. Enjoy an indulgent afternoon tea at the estate with a range of delicious sweet and savoury snacks. (B, D)

Board the Interislander ferry to South Island, passing the breathtaking Marlborough Sounds en route. On arrival, take a water taxi to the Bay of Many Coves resort for a 2-night stay. (B)

Options today include a hike along the worldrenowned Queen Charlotte Track or kayaking along the coastline in search of secluded beaches. (B)

Return to the mainland by water taxi, then drive along the spectacular east coast towards Kaikoura for a 2-night stay at Hapuku Lodge and Treehouses. This contemporary country lodge has suite accommodation in the main lodge, or luxury treehouses set 30 feet above the ground. (B, D)

Discover the rich marine life in the local waters by taking a cruise in search of whales, dolphins and albatross. (B, D)

Drive to Christchurch to catch a short flight to Queenstown. Collect a new hire car and drive west to Te Anau for a 2-night stay at the Fiordland Lodge, at the gateway to some of the most dramatic scenery in New Zealand. (B, D)

Explore the natural beauty of the Fiordland National Park by foot, kayak or cruise. (B, D)

What's Included

  • Accommodation in luxurious lodges.
  • Arrival transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle.
  • 14 days’ car hire in a compact automatic car.
  • Meals as specified including gourmet dinners.
  • Visas Fee (if applicable).
  • Monument entry fees.
  • Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature.
  • International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip.
  • Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking).

Frequently Asked Questions

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Yes

Yes, All language local guides are available as per request.

Yes

Yes, although you will have to make your own way to where the group is heading to out of your own expense.

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Absolutely. Every traveler is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.

Only for foreign national traveler.

Most of the places you will get free Wi-FI.

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Yes

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Currency always depend on the country.

You will receive all the booking pack with all the pick up times.

100% departure if there is single traveler.

Please speak to our sales team as soon as possible to see how we can help.

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3 Star

Tips always optional.

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Yes

 

Bay of Many Coves Resort - Marlborough Sounds
Distinction Luxmore Hotel - Te Anau
Copthorne Hotel - Wellington
The White Morph - Kaikoura
Huka Lodge - Taupo
Marino Ridge - Waiheke Island
Scenic Suites - Queenstown
The Farm at Cape Kidnappers - Hawke's Bay

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