Best of Australia & New Zealand (18 Days)
Sydney, Ayers Rock, Daintree Rainforest, Great Barrier Reef, Auckland, Rotorua & Taupo, Canterbury, Queenstown
Essence of the North Island
(8 Days - Departs Daily on a Private Basis) Auckland, Rotorua, Hawke's Bay, Wellington & Palliser Bay
This luxury tour features the highlights of New Zealand's North Island: stunning landscapes, beautiful cities, active geothermal attractions, Maori culture, excellent food and wine, and some of the country’s best luxury lodges.
Begin in Auckland, a cosmopolitan city built on volcanic hills overlooking a scenic bay. Enjoy a private tour that explores the city's most interesting neighborhoods, cultural attractions, and beautiful landscapes.
Next, transfer through the bucolic countryside to Rotorua, a highlight of the North Island. Enjoy flexible private touring of the region’s top attractions, such as active geothermal areas, Maori culture and a New Zealand sheep show. Stay at Treetops Lodge & Resort, a luxury lodge on a secluded hilltop surrounded by native bush.
Continue to Hawke's Bay, a beautiful region of vineyards, orchards, rolling hills and beaches. Stay at The Farm at Cape Kidnappers, an exclusive lodge perched high above the sea. During private touring with your expert local guide, visit local vineyards, artisanal food shops and cultural sites. Also tour Napier, a seaside town filled with Art Deco architecture.
Next, transfer through the Wairarapa wine region to Palliser Bay and Wharekauhau Lodge & Country Estate, a luxury lodge on a secluded 5,000-acre sheep station overlooking the sea. Enjoy a four-wheel drive tour of the extensive property, and during leisure time, perhaps enjoy a walk on the beautiful grounds.
Conclude with a flexible private tour of Wellington, the capital of New Zealand and one of its most attractive and interesting cities.
Itinerary Overview
Day 1
Arrive Auckland
Private arrival transfer to hotel for 1 night. Afternoon private city tour
Day 2
Auckland - Rotorua
Private transfer to luxury lodge for 2 nights with touring of glowworm caves en route
Day 3
Rotorua
Half-day private tour
Day 4
Rotorua - Hawke's Bay
Private transfer to luxury lodge for 2 nights with touring in Napier en route
Day 5
Hawke's Bay
Private full-day food, wine and culture tour of region
Day 6
Hawke's Bay- Palliser Bay
Private transfer to luxury lodge for 2 nights
Day 7
Palliser Bay
Half-day farm tour
Day 8
Depart Wellington
Private transfer to Wellington for private touring. Private transfer to airport
