Tailored Luxury Itinerary for the KR Family
Summary Itinerary
Included below is a brief itinerary, upon booking a far more detailed itinerary will be provided.
Day 1
On arrival, collect your hire car & make your way to your accommodation (Early check-in will be requested).
This afternoon relax at your leisure, go for a stroll through Queenstown & enjoy a delicious meal along the lake front while you soak up the views. (We will make restaurant recommendations & reservations as you wish)
Tonight, enjoy dinner at your accommodation in the Penthouse, cooked by a private chef.
Accommodation: Eichardt’s Private Hotel
Day 2
Today you’ll be collected at approximately 9.30am for your extraordinary Private Heli Tour to Milford Sound, including a 1 hour cruise with a light brunch, followed by a glacier landing, breathtaking views, cascading waterfalls & an alpine picnic lunch. You will be returned to your accommodation at approximately 2 – 3pm.
Enjoy this evening at your leisure.
Accommodation: Eichardt’s Private Hotel
Day 3
At 10am you will be collected for your Private Half Day Winery Tour including a set menu lunch at one of the gorgeous Central Otago wineries. You will be returned to your accommodation at approximately 4pm.
Accommodation: Eichardt’s Private Hotel
Day 4
This morning, before departing Queenstown, have an exhilarating ride on the Shotover Jet Boat.
Then make your way over to Wanaka (1 hour drive). On the way you could check out Arrowtown as well as stop off at Ayrburn for lunch. OR at Amisfield Winery / Restaurant
This afternoon make your way to your stunning accommodation over looking the lake.
Enjoy a private chef-prepared dinner at your accommodation tonight, crafted exclusively for you.
Accommodation: The Dacha
Day 5
Today is for Canyoning
Jen, Sahil & Winnie (+/- Valerie & Andy!) might like to head to Hook. There’s a range of family-friendly activities, with the highlight being the opportunity to catch your own salmon—guaranteed! You can have it freshly prepared for lunch, or if you prefer, take it with you to cook at your accommodation in Wanaka.. If salmon isn’t for everyone they also do great pizzas!
Accommodation: The Dacha
Day 6
This morning, those who are keen could go on self guided hike, we will include a number of options.
This afternoon you will be taken on a privately guided half day Lake Cruise & Island Nature Walk where you’ll see more of the South Island’s beautiful scenery, meet the Weka’s & plant a tree! You will be returned by approximately 5pm.
Enjoy a private chef-prepared dinner at your accommodation tonight, crafted exclusively for you.
Accommodation: The Dacha
Day 7
This morning make your way further north to Tekapo (2.5 hour drive). Arriving by 10.30am you will then be whisked away for whiskey on ice! This stunning scenic flight includes heading deep into the Southern Alps, views of Mt Cook, getting close to New Zealand’s longest glacier, drinking whiskey in a little red alpine hut followed by a hot tub & picnic perched on the top of a mountain! You will return at approximately 4.30pm. Make your way to your accommodation in Tekapo.
Accommodation: Silver Fern
Day 8
This morning Winnie (and any animal lover!) can head to the Petting Zoo where she will be able to get up close & feed animals such as lambs, pigs & alpacas.
Others might like doing the Hooker Valley Track Hike. (1 hour 15 minute drive from Tekapo to start of hike)
This afternoon head off road on the Cass Valley Backcountry Tour. You’ll learn about the unique outstanding landscapes & soak up more beautiful (but different) high country scenery as you go on this 4WD tour of Glenmore Station & The Cass Valley.
Accommodation: Silver Fern
Day 9
Today head further north to your gorgeous accommodation in Pigeon Bay (3.5 hour drive) Settle in & make the most of your surroundings. Explore the spectacular farm with its 10 kilometres of coastline.
This afternoon enjoy a guided E-bike tour around Akaroa & surrounding areas.
Accommodation: The Homestead
Day 10
This morning make your way into Akaroa (25 minute drive) for a fun couple of hours on the water, swimming with the world’s rarest dolphin and smallest oceanic dolphin only found in New Zealand!
Enjoy a late lunch this afternoon & a stroll through Akaroa before making your way back to your accommodation.
Accommodation: The Homestead
Day 11
Depart early this morning, return your hire cars at the Christchurch Airport (1 hour 15 minute drive) before taking your departure flight home.
Accommodation
Includes all accommodation as follows:
- Jen, Sahil & Winnie: Three nights in a Lake View Suite at Eichardt’s Private Hotel, Queenstown
- Rest of the family: Three nights in the Penthouse at Eichardt’s Private Hotel (One rollaway bed included in the Penthouse), Queenstown
- Three nights at The Dacha, Private Residence, Wanaka
- Two nights at Silver Fern, Private Residence, Tekapo
- Two nights at The Homestead, Annandale, Pigeon Bay
Accommodation Inclusions:
- Eichardt’s Private Hotel:
-Champagne & welcome amenity on arrival
-Daily a la carte breakfast
-Complimentary mini bar (refreshed daily)
-One night to experience our Trust the chef dining
-$50 Dining Credit per person, per stay*
-One Nightly Pre-Dinner Wine, Beer or Sparkling
-Valet car parking
-Signature turndown service
-Complimentary Gym Access
- The Dacha:
-Welcome & orientation on arrival to residence
-Luxurious robes & slippers
– New Zealand designed premium toiletries
– Fruit bowl & fresh flowers
– Premium coffee & tea choices
– Principal pantry provisions featuring assorted locally sourced goods and breakfast items
-Dinner by Private Chef on the 27th & 29th November
- The Homestead:
-Welcome produce basket “we create, you serve” dining concept for dinner & breakfast daily
-Selected mini bar items
-Daily housekeeping service
Activities
Includes all activities as follows:
- Private Milford Sound Heli Tour with Cruise & Remote Alpine Picnic (Private)
- Privately guided Queenstown & Central Otago Wine Tour, including Lunch (Private)
- Shotover Jet (5 adults) (Shared)
- Full day Canyoning (5 adults)
- Privately guided half day Lake Cruise & Island Nature Walk (Private)
- Mt Cook Scenic Heli with Whisky Bar, Mountain Hot Tub and Picnic (Private)
- Petting Zoo (Self guided)
- Cass Valley Backcountry 4WD Tour (Private)
- Guided E-Bike Tour (Private)
- Swimming with dolphins (Shared – Small group, max 12 people)
