Land of the long white cloud
New Zealand, the land of the long white cloud and famed for its legendary Kia Ora (Welcome) instantly makes you feel at home. You can visit the film set of The Lord of the Rings in Middle-earth, hike in the alpine Southern Alps or its various rainforests, enjoy world-class fly fishing, soak up Maori culture, go hot air ballooning over the vineyards of both islands or heli-ski on remote pristine slopes. Dive off your boat into a sea filled with wild dolphins.
Take to the skies in your own private helicopter and visit Nelson’s vineyards, where you can sip and sample a variety of their finest wines and then fly over the Marlborough Sound, land on a rugged reef and try your hand at fishing. On a quiet beach, you can have your personal chef prepare your catch. Finish the day soaring above the Nelson ranges, landing on the mountains, where you toast to a truly memorable day.
After doing all of this you will then have to return to do all the things you missed out on, as no one trip is ever long enough to see and experience all of New Zealand.
North Island
Visit spectacular sub-tropical beaches, volcanoes, the amazing Waitomo cave systems, embrace Maori culture and heritage all whilst hiking and taking part if adventure activities.
We believe for the active amongst us (and who isn’t if there are considering a trip to NZ) then small group adventure tours are one of the best ways to discover the country. On such trips you’ll see ancient Kauri forests, visit the iconic Bay of Islands with their pristine beaches, experience Rotorua’s geysers, see active volcanoes in Tongariro National Park. All whilst kayaking, snorkelling, walking and cycling with like-minded curious adventurers. Such trips can be tailored from 5 to 11 days to allow us to create other journeys within New Zealand. Flexibility and variety of options is our mantra.
South Island
Again for the adventurous amongst us we offer small guided tours throughout this mesmerising corner of planet earth. Explore Franz Josef and Hooker glaciers, trek on some of the most awe-inspiring walks, kayak on Milford Sound, be taken in the island’s wilderness where only locals can take you and cycle along the likes of the Alps 2 Ocean Trail. Stay in country lodges with cooked meals. We can tailor such trips according to your activity level that you are seeking and for families and later living clients. Some clients are in their 80s that do these trips ! Trips can be from 5 to 14 days.
Highlights include :
West Coast rainforest walks
Kayaking
Cycling remote trails
Hiking the Great Walks, Milford & Kepler Tracks.
Mt Cook National Park
Wine tasting in the Marlborough Sounds
Essence of New Zealand Tour
Auckland, Taupo & Rotorua, Hawke’s Bay, Christchurch & Arthur’s Pass, Queenstown & Milford Sound
An exclusive private tour of New Zealand for the most discerning luxury traveler.
This private luxury tour of New Zealand is a perfect balance of the top destinations on the North and South islands. It includes the country’s most incredible landscapes and scenic highlights, cultural and historical attractions, delicious food and wine, excursions such as a private helicopter flight to Milford Sound and a private cruise on Lake Taupo, and accommodation at the finest hotels and luxury lodges in New Zealand.
Included
- Personalized private touring with expert guides and drivers
- Preferred rooms at the very best hotels
- Firsthand, sophisticated destination knowledge and recommendations
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Restaurant and spa reservations, performance and sporting event ticket arrangements
- Admission fees
- Internal transportation, including flights (unless indicated otherwise) and private airport transfers
- Around-the-clock support in each destination during the trip
- Unique, insider travel experiences and access to our network of experts worldwide
DAY 1
An exclusive private tour of New Zealand for the most discerning luxury traveler.
Private arrival transfer to hotel
Accommodation in Auckland at luxury hotel
Afternoon private excursion to Waiheke Island
Vineyards, villages, beautiful beaches
DAY 2
Private transfer to Taupo, with touring of Rotorua en route
Geothermal areas, Maori culture, sheep show
Accommodation in Taupo at ultra-luxury lodge, Huka Lodge
DAY 3
Half-day private cruise on Lake Taupo
Beautiful landscapes, option for trout fishing
DAY 4
Private transfer to Hawke’s Bay, with touring in Napier en route
Seaside town, Art Deco architecture
Accommodation in Hawke’s Bay at ultra-luxury lodge, Rosewood Cape Kidnappers
DAY 5
Full-day private tour
Vineyards, artisanal food shops, cultural sites
DAY 6
Private transfer to airport for flight to Christchurch. Private city tour upon arrival
Accommodation in Christchurch at ultra-luxury lodge, Otahuna Lodge
DAY 7
Full-day excursion on TranzAlpine train to Arthur’s Pass or to Banks Peninsula and Akaroa
DAY 8
Private transfer to airport for flight to Queenstown. Private arrival transfer to Glenorchy
Private touring of Queenstown and Arrowtown en route
Historic gold mining town, wine country
Accommodation in Glenorchy at ultra-luxury lodge: Blanket Bay or Matakauri Lodge
DAY 9
Private helicopter flight over Southern Alps to Milford Sound, including glacier landing
DAY 10
Morning Dart River jet boat safari to Mount Aspiring National Park
DAY 11
Private transfer to Queenstown airport.