New Zealand Luxury Holiday

This package is all inclusive of the following:
Enjoy luxurious accommodation, fine food & wine and extraordinary experiences in some of New Zealand's most highly regarded Boutique Luxury Lodges, with Luxury Adventures 15 Night New Zealand Luxury Holiday. Explore the wineries and cafes of Nelson, visit the Coastal wonder of Kaikoura, and the picturesque old mining town of Arrowtown in central Otago just minutes from Queenstown and Wanaka. See the majestic Milford Sound, and relax on the stunning beaches in the far North. Just a taste of whats included with Luxury Adventures New Zealand Luxury Holiday! Luxury Adventures are your New Zealand, Australia, Tahiti and Fiji Luxury Travel Specialists.

All accommodation as follows:
•3 nights in a Lodge Room at Stonefly Lodge, Nelson
•2 nights in a Tree House at Hapuku Lodge, Kaikoura
•3 nights in a Double Room at The Arrow Private Hotel, Arrowtown
•3 nights in a Lake view Room at Koura Lodge, Rotorua
•3 nights in a Premier Room at Huntaway Lodge, Bay of Islands
•1 night in a Boutique Suite at Hotel DeBrett, Auckland

•all breakfasts
•pre dinner canapes daily at Stonefly Lodge
•three course dinners daily at Stonefly Lodge
•hors d'oevres and refreshments at Arrow Hotel, 6pm daily
•in room refreshments
•complimentary wireless internet and local calls at Arrow Hotel
•use of facilities at Koura Lodge including tennis courts, spa, sauna and canoes
•use of lodge facilities including the jacuzzi at Huntaway Lodge

All activities as follows:
•fly fishing at Stonefly Lodge
•swimming with dolphins in Kaikoura
•Milford Sound Heli flight with glacier landing and West Coast experience
•macetown safari
•guided tour of Rotorua
•scenic flight over the Bay of Islands and Cape Reinga

All internal air transfers as follows:
•Auckland to Nelson
•Christchurch to Queenstown
•Queenstown to Rotorua
•Rotorua to the Bay of Islands

15 days car standard hire (Toyota Carolla or similar)
•Includes standard vehicle insurance & unlimited km's
•Excludes airport pick up/drop off fee, fuel and remote drop off fee (if applicable)
•View Vehicles: Ford Falcon

Nelson, New Zealand
3 nights 3 days in Nelson, New Zealand
Nelson is a pocket paradise nestled in the top northwest corner of the South Island. The entire area is said to resemble the prow of the waka (canoe) of Maui, an important figure in Maori mythology, and was known by the Maori as Te Tau Ihu o Te Waka a Maui (the tip of the nose of the canoe of Maui).... More details

Stonefly Lodge
Architecturally designed and engineered, the Lodge is built from natural stone and timber acquired from the 150 acre property. Stonefly Lodge is designed to meet the needs of the most discerning traveller and yet provide home comforts with personalised hospitality from the experienced hosts.

The total complex is powered by alternative energy sources built on site to reduce the projects environmental footprint. The Lodge interior focuses on the large stone double sided fireplace which provides the ambiance to the games room, dining room and sunroom. A large open kitchen adjoining the dining area offers the relaxed atmosphere where guest dine together, or private dining opportunities can also be catered for. Breakfasts can be served on the guest room private balcony. The cuisine is made fresh from the extensive garden with home made produce, local quality meats and fresh seasonal seafood. Special diets are easily catered for. Complete with library, a snooker table, and the "Matai Bar", guests will have the ideal setting to relax after an exciting days fly fishing or after exploring the numerous sites and attractions of the local region.

Facilities: Four guest rooms are located upstairs complete with ensuites, heated towel rails, and private balconies overlooking the Motueka River and surrounding mountains. The upper landing area above the dining room provides a quiet secluded place to utilise our fly tying area and guest computer or just indulge in a game of chess or relax with a good book, before retiring to your accommodation.

Canterbury, New Zealand
2 nights and 2 days in Kaikoura, South Island, New Zealand
Canterbury, a unique combination of nine supremely beautiful and different districts, on the East coast of New Zealand’s South Island. Within two hours’ drive of Christchurch International Airport you’ll indulge all of your senses in a totally unique experience. The Canterbury region has a huge... More details

Hapuku Lodge
Hapuku Lodge sits tight between the mountains and the ocean, on a deer stud and olive farm. Designed as a contemporary country inn, with six guest rooms, a separate apartment and its own cafe. We built Hapuku Lodge to give our guests a great night's sleep in one the most beautiful places in the world.

We are proud to announce that our much-anticipated TreeHouses at Hapuku Lodge are now open, nested in the branches of the manuka grove. Designed by owner Tony Wilson and his brother, Peter Wilson, the TreeHouses are a compliment to the spectacular surrounding environment. A unique accommodation experience of sleeping amongst the branches is matched with the luxury of our custom-crafted and ultra-comfy king bed, large spa bath and efficient Danish log-burning fireplaces. Wide-screen televisions, Bose and Ipod stereo systems, rain-fountain showers and heated floors complete the high-level (excuse the pun!) of guest comfort. With stunning mountain and sea views, the individual TreeHouses are named after the native birds which have quickly adjusted to their new neighbours in the trees.

Facilities: Guests at Hapuku Lodge have available a huge range of activities in and around Kaikoura. To name a few: Whale watching, Swimming with the dolphins (our favourite), Hiking, or tramping, as New Zealanders call it, Scenic flights, Maori cultural tours, it is less than a kilometer down our country lane to the ocean surf of Mangamaunu Bay. Guests can use the Lodges mountain bikes (and helmets) to tour the local by-ways.

Queenstown, New Zealand
3 nights and 3 days in Arrowtown, South Island, New Zealand
Queenstown is one of the most popular destinations in New Zealand, it is known for its stunning scenery, luxury accommodation, fine wine and cuisine, winter sports and adventure activities. Perched on the edge of Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown resides among glacier smoothed hills and jagged peaks that further... More details

The Arrow Private Hotel
Secluded and romantic, boutique but quirky, the Arrow Private Hotel is just five minutes walk through the historic Chinese Village to the culinary and exploratory delights of Arrowtown. A surprise awaits you inside your luxurious suite at The Arrow Private Hotel. The suites were designed to be ‘different’ by Justin Wright of Assembly Architecture in Wellington and their contemporary style differs considerably from the traditional design of other places to stay in Arrowtown. A passion for perfection comes through everywhere at the Arrow Hotel, from the the concrete panels that have been made with a shingle design, to the lavish interiors with their polished concrete floors. Even the bathrooms provide surprises andthrough the clever use of glass sliders, the bathroom becomes part of the bedroom and you can lie in the bath and watch tv.

There are even a few quirky things in the room, like a secret cupboard where your breakfast can be dropped off or, wet ski taken away for a spruce up. All the things these hosts had always wanted in a hotel room are here for their guests. At the Arrow Hotel, the original old stone cottage is the hub of the Hotel and it provides a delightful contrast to the modern hotel units. This is the central meeting point for guests to gather in front of the open fire for a glass of wine and to compare adventures.

Facilities: Luxurious and private rooms with a double vanity and double shower in the bathroom, a secret cupboard where your breakfast can be dropped off or, wet ski taken away for a spruce up. Wireless broadband internet and local calls.

Rotorua, New Zealand
3 nights and 3 days in Rotorua, North Island, New Zealand
Rotorua is considered one of the “must visit” destinations in New Zealand, and attracts visitors throughout the year. Rotorua is a city located on the south side of the lake with the same name, in the Bay of Plenty region of the central North Island of New Zealand. It is one of the few places in... More details

Koura Lodge
Welcome to Koura Lodge, Lake Rotorua's most unique luxury lake-edge accommodation. Situated on the tip of Kawaha Point, a private, peaceful location, just five minutes drive from Rotorua City Centre. Our unique lakefront retreat nestles in an established garden setting with panoramic views over Lake Rotorua to Mokoia Island, Mt Tarawera and beyond. Sheltered from the prevailing winds, and away from traffic noise and sulphur fumes, Koura Lodge makes for a stress free, relaxing holiday. The Lodge offers a variety of luxury accommodation, with all 10 rooms featuring magnificent lake views and private ensuites. A private jetty, lakeside spa/sauna and tennis court are just a few of the on-site facilities you can enjoy at Koura Lodge.

Rotorua is approximately three hours drive from Auckland City and two and a half hours from Auckland Airport. Koura Lodge is located near the tip of Kawaha Point, a peninsula on the western shores of Lake Rotorua, just five minutes drive from the City Centre and 20 minutes drive from Rotorua Airport.

Facilities: Koura Lodge offers a total of 10 separate rooms all with private ensuite bathrooms. Every room opens onto deck areas and feature uninterrupted lake views. There are a variety of Accommodation options to best suit your requirements. Spa Facility, tennis, fishing, canoes, helicopter Flights.

Northland, New Zealand
3 nights and 3 days in Northland, North Island, New Zealand
With the wild Tasman Sea buffeting the West Coast and the South Pacific lapping the East Coast, the pleasures of New Zealand's top half are deliciously salt-flavoured. In an uncrowded world of red-flowered pohutukawa trees, surf and sea-scented air you can rejuvenate body and soul and reclaim your freedom... More details

Huntaway Lodge Luxury Accommodation
Huntaway Lodge luxury accommodation, Bay of Islands provides personal accommodation for a maximum of six guests. Overlooking the Pacific Ocean on Northlands East Coast Huntaway Lodge is centrally located to explore all the Far North's attractions away from the hustle and bustle of tourist towns. Set above 3 white sandy beaches, with 180° sea views, the sound of the ocean beckons. Take a swim in crystal clear, safe, water. Paddle a Kayak out into the bay. Try your hand at surf casting. Or simply take a stroll around the bays or relax on the deck. Then as the sun sets enjoy a drink on the huge outdoor deck, followed by delicious home-cooked cuisine accompanied by fine NZ wines. The view from Huntaway Lodge's dining table is spectacular but when the weather is set fair, the deck is the place to be. Imagine sitting down to a meal of fresh, local produce with the views of Te Ngaere and Pia Pia Bays as a panoramic backdrop. The main dining deck has its own roof complete with integrated down-lighters so guests are fully protected and never left in the rain from unexpected showers. Breakfast can also be served on deck.

Relax....Enjoy the natural and unspoilt beauty of the Marlin Coast and Cavalli Islands at Huntaway Lodge.

Facilities: All rooms at Huntaway offer complete privacy and have expansive sea views, with double doors opening out onto their own private deck space. Each has a television, CD player, tea and coffee making facilities, magazines, beach towels, toiletries, bathrobes and complimentary port and chocolates.

Auckland, New Zealand
1 night and 1 day in Auckland, North Island, New Zealand
Welcome to Auckland, one of New Zealand's major tourist destinations. Auckland is located in the north of the North Island and is the biggest city in New Zealand, with a population of over 1.5 million, although not the capital. No matter where you stay in Auckland, you’ll always be close to totally... More details

Hotel DeBrett
Hotel DeBrett's iconic Auckland building has been stylishly redesigned into a 25-room boutique hotel. Each room is individually designed and complimented with eclectic furniture, New Zealand art and photography. The infamous DeBretts House Bar has been meticulously restored as Auckland’s premier meeting place. Situated on the first floor, the House Bar is removed from the bustle of the city streets. Sit back, relax and enjoy our classically inspired cocktail list, choose a local boutique beer, or indulge in a glass of wine from a carefully selected list of NZ vineyards. Experience contemporary New Zealand cuisine featuring the best local produce at Kitchen Restaurant. When you desire to dine in the comfort of your room the Kitchen team will be happy to provide a wide range of choices any time of the day or night.

A private drawing room has been created for exclusive use by hotel guests - while a glass roofed atrium and courtyard form the central point of interest for guests, diners and locals to mingle. Hotel DeBrett has 25 spacious rooms and suites, each with its own personal style. All feature bespoke carpet, designed by Michelle Deery, hand woven from 100% New Zealand wool, it is a dominant feature throughout the rooms and suites. All bathrooms feature black penny round mosaic tiles which reference the original art deco honeycomb mosaics, and are complemented by polished black granite floors, which also feature underfloor heating. Soft white walls and curtains create a backdrop for an eclectic mix of furniture, fittings and artwork collected by Michelle in her travels around New Zealand, and internationally, over several years.

Facilities: private dining, meeting rooms, function room, data projectors and screens, apple mac desktop computer available in drawing room, free guest internet access from drawing room apple mac, free wireless broadband (upto 2 MBps) access throughout hotel, free in-room wired broadband (10 MBps), personal concierge service, guest drawing room with honesty bar, valet parking, dvd and book library, in room health and beauty treatments, in room massage, kitchen restaurant and house bar, 24 hour room service, access to a gym – personal trainer and yoga instructor, available on request, babysitting service available on request, laundry and drycleaning service, entire hotel is non-smoking

Fly Fishing
Tackling fast flowing rivers to slow flowing spring creeks, or on a lake edge spotting that elusive cruising trout will test all the skills you have - or wished you had. You will experience a wide variety of trout fishing waters and conditions. Each with its own demands of how to present the fly, the take, the strike. Finally to catch and release - all goes to make for total satisfaction.

Swim with the Dolphins in Kaikoura
Swimming with or watching the dusky dolphins is something very special and makes one realise that we must treasure our oceans and the inhabitants within them, because if we don’t, we risk loosing another of the world’s creations, that once gone, will never be restored. The strange sounds you can hear are the noises you are told to make in order to attract them!

Milford Sound Heli flight with Glacier Landing and West Coast Experience
The icon of Mitre Peak beckons you as your helicopter lifts off to begin your journey into Milford Sound. Get up and close with some of the most spectacular mountains and glaciers in the Southern Alps before landing at Milford. Experience the Sound up close and personal with great photo opportunities of Mitre Peak and the Bowen falls. Upon departing Milford via the Harrison Valley take in the beautiful blue green icefalls, true rivers of ice, as we land you exclusively upon Ngapunatoru Plateau of Mt Tutoko. One of the few companies with this privilege. We will then out to the Tasman Sea to experience New Zealand’s West Coast. Return to Queenstown via isolated valleys with impressive views to make this special trip truly memorable.

Macetown Safari
Macetown is an area of spectacular natural beauty and a Department of Conservation reserve because of its historical significance. A tortuous route originally negotiated on foot and by packhorse, today Macetown is only accessible by off-road vehicles with over 25 river crossings en route - a real 4WD adventure! The road winds from the Arrow River, where we pan for gold, to high above the Arrow Gorge giving ever-changing views and great photo opportunities.

Guided Rotorua tour (small group)
This guided tour of Rotorua will enable you to explore the cultural and thermal highlights of Rotorua. Prior to your tour, your guide will consult with you to ascertain if you have any particular points of interest you would like to see and will also offer his recommendations. Some of the points of interest and destinations can include; Whakarewarewa thermal valley, the colourful geothermal park of Wai-O-Tapu, Rainbow Springs wildlife sanctuary, Maori history and culture, Geothermal activity, the punctual Lady Knox Geyser, Waimangu Volcanic Valley - a scenic geothermal valley containing New Zealand's largest hot spring and spectacular native bush, The Buried Village, destroyed during the Tarawera volcanic eruption.

Cape Reinga/Ninety Mile Beach scenic flight and guided tour
After a scenic flight to Cape Reinga via the famous Ninety Mile Beach, an air-conditioned vehicle will meet the aircraft - Onwards to Cape Reinga Lighthouse where the Tasman Sea meets the Pacific Ocean. Our local guide will share the myths and legends or this very spiritual area. Time for a stroll on the beach at Tapotupotu Bay and a swim if desired. Next stop is the Te Paki quicksand stream with its giant sand dunes (sleds are available for those who wish to experience the exhilaration of sand surfing). The return flight to the stunning Bay of Islands includes some spectacular coastal scenery only visible by air or sea. This area is without doubt one of the most beautiful places in New Zealand, with its pure white silica sand and crystal clear waters. The flight also passes across the the Cavalli islands and Kauri Cliffs golf course.