New Zealand Ski & Cook Islands Vacation
Sample Itinerary
Summary Itinerary
Included below is a brief itinerary, upon booking a far more detailed itinerary will be provided including all timings, booking information, driving directions, maps, contact numbers, recommendations and more.
Day 1
Upon arrival in Queenstown you will be transferred to your accommodation near Wanaka. Spend the afternoon at your leisure. Options from your accommodation include fly fishing, guided horse trekking, regional sightseeing and wine tasting tours.
Accommodation: Piwakawaka Point Estate
Day 2
Spend the day skiing or snowboarding at Treble Cone. This ski area is famous for its legendary off-piste and backcountry terrain, as well as unrivalled views over Lake Wānaka and the Southern Alps.
Accommodation: Piwakawaka Point Estate
Day 3
Heliski or heliboard pristine snow with highly experienced guides and pilots in the Southern Alps
Accommodation: Piwakawaka Point Estate
Day 4
Enjoy today at your leisure.
Accommodation: Piwakawaka Point Estate
Day 5
Today you will be transferred to your accommodation in Queenstown. This afternoon, soak up breath taking views on the Milford Sound scenic flight with cruise & glacier landing.
Accommodation: Matakauri Lodge
Day 6
Dart River Funyaks Experience – A brilliant full day activity which combines the exhilaration of a wilderness jet boat ride with an unforgettable float downstream on inflatable canoes. Tonight relax & soak up more incredible views in your own private tub at Onsen Hot Pools.
Accommodation:Matakauri Lodge
Day 7
Today you will be transferred to Queenstown airport for your flight to Auckland. Spend the afternoon exploring the city.
Accommodation: Novotel Auckland
Day 8
Take your flight to Aitutaki (transit Rarotonga)
Accommodation: Aitutaki Lagoon & Private Island Resort
Day 9
Enjoy today at your leisure. Activities on the island include: Snorkelling + Snorkelling Lessons, Fish Feeding, Island Drumming & Dancing Lessons, Ukulele Lessons, Pareu (Wrap Around Sarong) Tying, Palm-frond Weaving, Flower Garland (Lei) Making, Coconut Husking Show, Crab Hunting, Crab Racing, Guided Island Walk, Beach Volleyball, Gym (air-conditioned), Bicycles, Table Tennis, Giant Chess, Guest Library, Beach Gazebos. Water sports: Paddleboards, Kayaks, Polynesian Outrigger Canoe, Snorkelling Gear, Beach Towels, Sunloungers, Hammocks
Accommodation:Aitutaki Lagoon & Private Island Resort
Day 10
Enjoy today at your leisure
Accommodation:Aitutaki Lagoon & Private Island Resort
Day 11
Enjoy today at your leisure
Accommodation:Aitutaki Lagoon & Private Island Resort
Day 12 – Departure
Take your flight back to Rarotonga then take your flight home.
Embark on an unforgettable adventure in the South Island, where you can hit the slopes for some thrilling skiing or snowboarding. Then, explore the stunning Milford Sound and immerse yourself in the untouched wilderness of the region with the Funyak experience. Finally, relax on the white sand beaches of Aitutaki in Rarotonga, where you can soak up the sun and enjoy the breathtaking scenery. This is the ultimate trip for those seeking adventure, natural beauty, and relaxation all in one.
Accommodation
Includes all accommodation as follows:
- 5 nights exclusive use of Piwakawaka Point Estate
- 2 nights in the Deluxe Suite at Matakauri Lodge
- 1 night at Novotel Auckland (transit to Rarotonga)
- 3 nights in an Over Water Bungalow at Aitutaki Lagoon & Private Island Resort
Accommodation Inclusions:
- Piawakawaka Point Estate – A Private Chef is included for your entire stay, creating your personal preference for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks served ‘family sytle’ , picnic or barbeque.
- Matakauri Lodge – Pre dinner drinks-dinner-breakfast-lunch-excluding wine and liquor-complimentary non alcoholic minibar
- Novotel Auckland – Full breakfast
- Aitutaki Lagoon & Private Island Resort – Full gourmet breakfast
Activities
Includes all activities as follows:
- Full day skiing / snowboarding on Treble Cone
- Heliski/heliboard with Southern Lakes Heliski
- Milford Sound scenic flight with cruise & glacier landing
- Dart River Funyak Experience
- Onsen Hot Pools
Transport
All transfers as follows:
All airport and activity transfers.
All New Zealand & Rarotonga flights
