Tailored Luxury New Zealand Vacation

This package is all inclusive of the following:
Tailored 16 Night Luxury New Zealand Vacation especially tailored for Deidre Ennis.

All accommodation as follows:
•2 nights in a 1 Bedroom Suite at The Waterfront Suites, Bay of Islands
•2 nights in a Te Karaka Room at Hahei Oceanfront Bed & Breakfast, Coromandel Peninsula
•3 nights in a Lake View Room, Koura Lodge, Rotorua
•2 nights in a Double Room at Straw Lodge, Blenheim
•2 nights in a Executive Room at The George, Christchurch
•2 nights in a Superior king Room at Wanaka Homestead, Wanaka
•3 nights in a Garden Room at the Bearsden Bed and Breakfast, Queenstown

•All breakfasts

All activities as follows:
•Privately Guided Winery tour of the Marlborough Region including lunch at a local winery or a
romantic picnic in the vines
•Whale Watching in Kaikoura
•Dart River Wilderness Safari
Suggested activities you may like to do while you are in New Zealand:
-Walk the Cape Brett Walking Track in the Bay of Islands (it is free to walk this track)
-Walk the World Famous Routeburn Track, also a walk that has no cost to do
-You may like to have dinner at the Botswana Butchery in Queenstown

All internal air transfers as follows:
•Rotorua to Blenheim
•Queenstown to Auckland

All private vehicle transfers as follows:
Self Drive the following:
•Auckland to Bay of Islands
•Bay of Islands to the Coromandel Peninsula
•Coromandel Peninsula to Rotorua
•Blenheim to Christchurch
•Christchurch to Queenstown
•Queenstown to Wanaka return

Standard car hire car for 17 days (Toyota Carolla or similar)
•Includes standard vehicle insurance & unlimited km's
•Excludes airport pick up/drop off fee and fuel
•View Vehicles:

Bay of Islands, New Zealand
2 nights and 2 days in the Bay of Islands, North Island, New Zealand
New Zealand welcomes you to the Bay of Islands. Perhaps the finest collection of Islands, Bays and beaches in the country. With a total of 144 bays and islands, the variety of ocean life includes big marlin, penguins, whales, gannets, dolphins, and many other species. The Bay of Islands offers many activities... More details

The Waterfront Suites
Welcome to the Waterfront Suites, Paihia. ‘An Oasis of Tranquillity’ This brand new All-Suite-Luxury-Hotel is situated only steps away Paihia’s restaurants and wharf, the perfect location to take advantage of all that the glorious Bay of islands and Northland region has to offer. 30 luxury 1, 2 and 3 bedroom suites, offering a range of accommodations perfectly suited for your needs. Each suite offers a relaxed contemporary décor with a spacious balcony to take in the sweeping ocean views. Facilities include fully equipped gourmet kitchens, full laundry facilities, spacious lounge & dining areas, high quality furnishings, and full bathrooms with amenities, mini bar, high speed internet access and direct dial phones. A heated lap pool, secure undercover car parking, daily servicing if required, concierge, tour /activities desk and on site resident managers ensure that your stay is relaxing and worry free.

Facilities: Suite Facilities: All designated non-smoking, All with fully equipped kitchen, microwave, oven, fridge/freezer, Lounge & dining area, Balcony with outdoor furniture, Ensuite with bath / shower, hair dryer, heated towel rail and amenities, Bedroom, with queen/king size beds, electric blankets, Sky TV. DVD/CD stereo, High speed internet, Laundry & ironing facilities, Desk, Mini bar, Cot/highchair available. The Hotel Facilities: Business services, Dry cleaning, Heated swimming pool, Secure undercover parking, Travel desk, Concierge, On site resident managers, On site conference equipment, BBQ area.

Coromandel Peninsula, New Zealand
2 nights and 2 days in the Coromandal Peninsula, North Island, New Zealand
The Coromandel, New Zealanders favourite destination, is within an hours drive of the major centres of Auckland and Hamilton and their International Airports and yet the region is a world away from the hustle and bustle of those cities. Fabulous golden and white sand beaches with magnificent coastal... More details

Hahei Oceanfront Bed and Breakfast
Ideally located between the world-renowned Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach on New Zealand's Coromandel Peninsula, Hahei Oceanfront is the ultimate in luxury accommodation. From its exclusive position on a picture-perfect beach with spectacular views of the ocean, islands and beach. It is a contemporary home, completed late 2004, designed to both comfortably house its owners and to offer high quality boutique accommodation to discerning travellers.

Facilities: Television and computer ports and radio alarm clock, Sound-proofed walls and doors in bedrooms, Heaters and electric blankets in winter, Heated towel rails, hairdryer, bathrobes and toiletries, Private guest access. These rooms share a refrigerator and tea and coffee making facilities, plus a computer for those without a laptop.

Rotorua, New Zealand
3 nights 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.

Nelson, New Zealand
2 nights and 2 days in the Marlborough Region, South Island, 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

Straw Lodge
The boutique vineyard home-stay Straw Lodge is housed in a unique eco-friendly straw-bale building nestled amongst the Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir vines of Barrow's Vineyard. Situated on the world renowned wine producing river flats of the Wairau Valley it provides stylish, five star B&B and self-catering accommodation, with the option of fully hosted home-stays for individuals or small groups. This is a unique service. It combines private accommodation, a working vineyard, home-cooked and fresh home-grown produce, a taste of wine from the vineyard and the option to be advised/booked on individually designed wine, trekking, cycling, walking, fishing, skiing, discovery, craft or gourmet trails of Marlborough.

The guest accommodation is separated from the main house in three separate private areas. The Lodge's straw-bale construction, double-glazing and wood finish provides a quiet comfort that is accentuated by quality fittings and custom designed /hand crafted furniture. The suites have vineyard settings with extensive mountain views. Vineyard Suites 1 & 2 are located in a separate wing to the east of the main house, with the vineyard’s Sauvignon Blanc vines to the door. They have a spacious, open plan layout. The king bed can be converted into two single beds, plus a double bed/settee can be put up for extra guests. The courtyards of these two suites can be inter-connected. The third suite is to the west of the main house, unconnected to other accommodation facilities and in a delightful courtyard setting, with its own car park, entrance and courtyard.

Facilities: Guests are welcome to wander through the vineyard and have free use of the large out-door spa that is set amongst the vines, two BBQ courtyards, one open, the other a large covered area with gas heating, open fire, library of books, DVDs and reference material on Marlborough's attractions, history and landscapes, separate guest's kitchen/dining area equipped for guests who wish to prepare their own evening meals, orchard, garden and pottager areas provide a variety of produce and guests are free to help themselves, complimentary use of the Lodge's bikes to explore the neighbouring wineries, 3 sets of golf clubs are available, laundry facilities are available for guests' use.

Christchurch, New Zealand
2 nights and 2 days in Christchurch, South Island, New Zealand
Christchurch city is located midway down the East Coast of the South Island, just north of Banks Peninsula. Christchurch is the South Island's largest city. It's a vibrant, cosmopolitan place with exciting festivals, theatre, modern art galleries, great shopping and award-winning attractions. In the... More details

The George Hotel Luxury Accommodation
The George hotel Christchurch, a luxury boutique hotel. The essence of supreme comfort and renowned for offering a personalised stay and attentive staff as well as two award winning restaurants; 50 On Park and Pescatore. Located in the heart of Christchurch overlooking the picturesque Hagley Park and river Avon you will find a peaceful retreat just steps from Christchurch's cultural precinct and key attractions. With its focus on luxury, impeccable service in an intimate ambience is guaranteed at The George, the only Christchurch Hotel with a one-to-one staff to guest ratio. The George tops the list of Christchurch Hotels and is the only Christchurch member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World. The George was recognised as 'New Zealand's Leading Boutique Hotel' 2006, 2007, 2008 in the World Travel Awards, 'The Best New Zealand Hotel' in the Conde Nast 2007 Gold list, and voted one the Best New Zealand Hotels' in the 'Conde Nast Readers Choice Awards' 2006.

Facilities: Tiled bathroom with bath and shower, pure cotton sheets, luxury range of luxury toiletries, remote controlled air conditioning, extensive mini bar, extensive cable TV options, telephone STD/IDD, radio, dedicated modem connection points for fax and internet access, complimentary personal security safe, ironing board, toaster, hairdryer, daily newspaper, 24 hour room service, butler service available, same day valet service, self service laundry, tennis court, gym and spa.

Wanaka, New Zealand
2 nights and 2 days in Wanaka, South Island, New Zealand
Welcome to Wanaka, one of the most treasured tourist destinations in New Zealand. Wanaka is located in Central Otago, where large flocks of moas once lived, and is sheltered behind the Southern Alps in the South Island. Situated in the southern end of Lake Wanaka, this breathtaking marvel of nature is... More details

Wanaka Homestead
Wanaka Homestead offers a choice of either luxury lodge or cottage accommodation in Wanaka, New Zealand. Just 200m from the shores of Lake Wanaka, the purpose-built Wanaka Homestead lodge provides informal luxury in a friendly five bedroom boutique bed and breakfast, which during winter has a "ski lodge" feel. Alternatively, our charming new cottages are family friendly and offer self-contained and serviced "apartment style" Wanaka accommodation with real warmth and character. Facilities, such as the under-the-stars hot tub, broadband Internet access and laundry, are all-inclusive.

Wanaka Homestead, Wanaka's most environmentally friendly, comprises three award-winning stone and timber buildings and makes a homely alternative to hotels, motels, and holiday houses. Wanaka Homestead and cottages also serve as a romantic Wanaka vacation retreat, offering just the type of intimate accommodation Wanaka is renowned for. More than just accommodation Wanaka Homestead is also ideal for small weddings and a great venue for residential courses, conferences and other exclusive bookings. Wonderful location, rich in history. Within walking distance you'll find great cafes and restaurants in Wanaka's vibrant township. For skiing accommodation Wanaka Homestead is ideally located for easy access to Cardrona, Treble Cone and The Snow Farm ski areas, and a pleasant one hour drive from Queenstown airport. Within metres of the accommodation Wanaka Station Park dominates the landscape. Once home to Wanaka's original Homestead (New Zealand term for "farmhouse"), the lawns and towering redwoods beckon you down to the glistening lake, and seemingly endless walking tracks begin.

Facilities: Each guest bedroom at Wanaka Homestead has ensuite facilities, fine linen, telephone, writing desk and other special touches designed to make you feel at home. The point of difference for the \"master\" bedroom is a huge California king bed and double showers and basins. Awaken to coffee aromas and a delicious continental and/or cooked breakfast prepared by your friendly hosts. The comfortable guest lounge is yours to enjoy and by evening is the ideal place to sample a complimentary local wine or beer by the roaring log fire. Whether you prefer bed and breakfast or a \"room only\" option, the facilities at this Wanaka accommodation are always complimentary and fruit, tea, coffee and treats are bottomless.

Queenstown, New Zealand
3 nights and 4 days in Queenstown, 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

Bearsden Bed and Breakfast
Luxury Queenstown Bed and Breakfast Bearsden is located in a tranquil rural setting yet is only 7 minutes from Queenstown Airport and 7 minutes from the historic gold mining town of Arrowtown. Our cosy and warm country-style home features two bedrooms, each with their own ensuite, a supremely comfortable private guest lounge, five-person spa pool and enjoys all-day sun. In the heart of the Southern Lakes with alpine views of both The Remarkables and Coronet Peak ski areas, Bearsden is also close to wineries, golf courses (Millbrook, The Hills and Arrowtown) and has leisurely walking and biking trails from the door. Stunning Lake Hayes is an easy 20 minute bike ride away, the perfect spot for biking, walking and picnics throughout the year, and summer swimming.

The private guest lounge, with comfortable Italian leather couches, is the ideal environment in which to unwind after long days spent sightseeing, walking or skiing. In winter the lounge is warmed by a log burner and in summer bi-fold doors open out onto the deck to reveal the garden, outdoor fireplace and rural views up to Coronet Peak. Relax over a coffee or wine, listen to music and avail yourself of the extensive library. Or choose a DVD from our large collection and retire to the privacy of your own room for an early night and a good movie.

Facilities: Close to all major ski areas, golf courses and wineries, 2 individual bedrooms with queen size beds, ensuites, TV/DVD, Spa pool, Complimentary mountain bikes, croquet and Boules, Ski storage, Private guest lounge, Large selection of books, magazines, CDs and DVDs, Outdoor fireplace, Spacious gardens, Off street parking, Wireless internet, Hot and cold breakfast choices including espresso coffee, regular and herbal teas, Pure fresh chemical-free water, Smoke free zone inside and out, Stay 3 nights and we will say ‘thanks’ with a local Pinot Noir and cheese platter.

Privately Guided Winery Tour In The Marlborough Region

Visit unique wineries, organic vineyards, compare wines from different areas of the valley. Walk through the vines and taste when in season. Meet the wine makers and winery owners and hear their personal stories of how they came to live in Marlborough and develop their love of wine. Learn the history of the area and the rapid change from a farming community to the world-renowned wine region we see today.

Whale Watching at Kaikoura

Every Whale Watch tour is a unique experience and the sightings vary. Giant Sperm Whales are the stars of the show and year-round residents. A typical Whale Watch tour may encounter New Zealand Fur Seals, pods of Dusky dolphins and the endangered Wandering Albatross. Depending on the season you may also see migrating Humpback Whales, Pilot Whales, Blue Whales and Southern Right Whales. Kaikoura often hosts the world's largest dolphin - the Orca - and is home to the world's smallest and rarest - the Hector's. Kaikoura also attracts the largest concentration and variety of seabirds on mainland New Zealand including 13 species of Albatross, 14 varieties of Petrels and 7 types of Shearwater.

Dart River Wilderness Safari

Dart River Wilderness Safari: The Wilderness Safari takes you on a spectacular 1.5 hour jet boat journey through the Dart’s ever-changing braided river system, where you’ll be surrounded by breathtaking snow-covered peaks, hidden valleys and waterfalls. It includes a guided 30 - 40 minute walk through the ‘Heritage Trail’ at Paradise, where your knowledgeable guide will enliven your walk with an informative and entertaining commentary about the unique flora and fauna, as well as the fascinating Maori and colonial history of the area. You‘ll also journey by 4WD coach via a scenic back-road route, while hearing stories about the surrounding countryside and stopping to view scenery that has formed the epic backdrop for many international films, including ‘The Lord of the Rings’.

Routeburn Track Walk/Hike

Enter the wilderness sanctuary of the Mount Aspiring National Park, gateway to the world famous Routeburn Track. Relish the invigorating 6.5km (4 mile) walk to the Routeburn Flats, with time to linger by the river as it meanders across the alpine meadow. As you walk enjoy the unique flora and birdlife of the Routeburn Valley. For those who want a little more adventure, the 300m (980ft) climb, over 3km (1.9 miles) to Routeburn Falls promises to be the highlight of your day. The walk up to the waterfall is somewhat more challenging than the first section of the track, but most of our walkers make the effort and agree the view makes it all worth it.

Dinner at the Botswana Butchery

The historic cottage and villa that comprises Botswana Butchery Queenstown has many different faces. From al fresco dining overlooking the lake to private rooms for anything from two to thirty people. A private upstairs bar to relax into, warming open fires throughout and a large climate controlled wine cellar. A most versatile and entrancing evening out.

Cape Brett Walking Track

Cape Brett Track traverses through native and regenerating bush. The track runs along the ridge through Maori-owned land before reaching conservation land at Deep Water Cove - Manawahuna for the last 6 km of the track. You can take a side-track (1 hr return) down to Deep Water Cove, where you can enjoy a refreshing swim and snorkel. From the forested ridges, you can take in spectacular coastal scenery. Towards the Cape, walking alongside the dramatic cliff-face, you can see abundant fish and bird life below - often dolphins and seals will come close to shore. From Deep Water Cove onwards, the track gets more challenging and becomes quite exposed with steep drop-offs to the sea below. Although it is not that far to the lighthouse, it will take you about 2-3 hours, and can be quite tiring. The effort is rewarded with outstanding views of the outer Bay of Islands, north to the Cavalli Islands and south to Whangaruru and beyond to the Poor Knights Islands.