Experience Luxury Across New Zealand
15 days / 14 nights
New Zealand
A Luxury Vacation Across the North and South Islands
Experience the ultimate luxury vacation New Zealand journey with Ker & Downey World Travel. From sailing Auckland Harbour and exploring Māori traditions to glacier hikes, scenic flights, and alpine retreats, this handcrafted journey showcases the very best of New Zealand adventure tours while staying at iconic New Zealand luxury hotels.
Journey at-a-glance:
- Day 1 - 2: Auckland
- Day 3 - 4: Rotorua
- Day 5 - 6: Marlborough Sound
- Day 7: Christchurch
- Day 8 - 9: Lake Hāwea
- Day 10-11: Wānaka
- Day 12-15: Queenstown
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Your New Zealand adventure tour first begins in Auckland, where VIP airport assistance ensures a seamless arrival experience. After settling into the Park Hyatt Auckland, head onto the harbor for an exciting America’s Cup sailing experience.
The following day, continue exploring with a private excursion to Waiheke Island. Known for its vineyards, olive groves, and coastal scenery, Waiheke offers a relaxed yet refined atmosphere. Therefore, enjoy visits to sculpture parks and coastal villages and guided food and wine experiences.
Next, your luxury vacation New Zealand journey continues to Rotorua and Taupō on the North Island. Indeed, these regions boast geothermal wonders and Māori culture. Begin with a privately guided experience through Ohinemutu Māori Village. Here, bubbling mud pools, steaming vents, and traditional customs bring the region to life.
Afterward, travel to the legendary Huka Lodge overlooking the Waikato River. Indeed, this iconic New Zealand luxury hotel combines outdoor adventure with world-class hospitality.
During your stay, enjoy experiences such as guided fly fishing excursions and scenic lakeside adventures. In addition, indulge in spa and wellness treatments as well as gourmet dining paired with New Zealand wines.
Marlborough Sounds
Then continue your luxury vacation across New Zealand by private helicopter to Kapiti Island, a important wildlife sanctuary. Following a guided nature walk, fly onward to the stunning Marlborough Sounds and Bay of Many Coves.
This remote coastal region offers extraordinary scenery best explored by water. Therefore, a private yacht charter through the Sounds reveals hidden coves, mussel farms, and quiet bays.
Consequently, Marlborough delivers one of the most scenic portions of your New Zealand adventure tour.
Christchurch
Afterward, journey to Christchurch, the South Island’s elegant “Garden City.” Here, explore the city on a private cycling or walking tour through parks, gardens, and revitalized neighborhoods.
In addition, enjoy a traditional punting experience along the Avon River while learning about Christchurch’s remarkable transformation following recent earthquakes.
Because Christchurch blends heritage charm with contemporary creativity, it offers a refreshing contrast to New Zealand’s wilderness regions.
Lake Hāwea
Your luxury vacation New Zealand then transitions into the dramatic alpine landscapes surrounding Lake Hāwea and Wānaka. We strongly recommend staying at the exclusive-use Mt Isthmus villa, surrounded by mountains and pristine lakes.
Adventure seekers will find endless opportunities here. This of course includes hiking, mountain biking, water rafting, horse trekking, fly fishing, jet boating, and kayaking.
Wānaka
Next, journey over Mount Cook and the Tasman Glacier in the Southern Alps. Your pilot will then deliver you to Mahu Whenua, a luxurious New Zealand lodge.
While here, enjoy a guided heli-hike on Franz Josef Glacier and learn about local conservation efforts. As such, these adventure activities showcase why the South Island remains central to many New Zealand adventure tours.
Finally, conclude your luxury vacation New Zealand experience in Queenstown, the country’s adventure capital. Stay at Rosewood Matakauri, a refined lakeside retreat overlooking Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables mountain range.
During your final days, experience some of New Zealand’s most iconic landscapes. For example, a scenic helicopter excursion to Milford Sound reveals towering waterfalls, dramatic fjords, and glacial peaks from above. Then continue on a cruise through the Sound itself.
Additional highlights include Dart River jet boating adventures and guided wilderness walks in Mount Aspiring National Park.
As a result, Queenstown delivers a thrilling and memorable conclusion to your New Zealand adventure tour.
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