Tailored luxury itinerary: Waiheke, Kauri Cliffs, Queenstown, Nelson
11th - 20th April 2025
Summary Itinerary
Included below is a brief itinerary, upon booking a far more detailed itinerary will be provided. *Please click on any bold text & this will take you through to further information*
Day 1 – 11th April 2025
Arrive into Auckland.
On arrival, you will be privately transferred to the Auckland Ferry Terminal for your ferry across to Waiheke Island.
On arrival in Waiheke you’ll be privately transferred to your accommodation.
Enjoy this afternoon at your leisure, slip straight into holiday mode with a bottle of bubbles & a welcome platter on arrival as well as your indulgent 90-minute massage.
Accommodation: Delamore Lodge
Day 2 – 12th April 2025
This morning you will be collected from your accommodation for your full day private wine, food & activity tour!
Accommodation: Delamore Lodge
Day 3 – 13th April 2025
Today you will be transferred back to the ferry terminal & on your arrival into Auckland you will be transferred to the Auckland Airport for your flight to Kerikeri. On arrival you will be transferred to your accommodation.
This afternoon unwind and soak in the stunning surroundings, enjoy a self-guided bike ride or walk; the 6,000-acre property is yours to explore – Or simply relax and take in the breathtaking view with a glass of crisp Marlborough Sauvignon Blamc or a smooth Central Otago Pinot Noir.
Accommodation: Rosewood Kauri Cliffs
Day 4 – 14th April 2025
Enjoy this morning at your leisure. This afternoon experience the thrill of playing golf at Kauri Cliffs, a world-renowned championship course set against a backdrop of breathtaking coastal vistas, rolling fairways, and dramatic cliffside landscapes. Those who prefer a more relaxing pace can retreat to the serene spa for some pampering.
Accommodation: Rosewood Kauri Cliffs
Today you will fly to Queenstown (Via Auckland). On arrival collect your rental car & make your way to you accommodation.
This evening soak in the tranquil Onsen Hot Pools (In your own private tub), surrounded by alpine beauty and overlooking the stunning Shotover River.
Accommodation: Rosewood Matakauri
Day 6 – 16th April 2025
Today you will be collected for your Ultimate Milford Experience which is a once-in-a-lifetime helicopter adventure, featuring breathtaking flights over Fiordland National Park, four diverse landings in pristine locations, and a gourmet picnic with champagne in the heart of New Zealand’s stunning wilderness.
Accommodation: Rosewood Matakauri
Day 7 – 17th April 2025
Today embark on a full-day Routeburn Canyoning adventure, exploring the stunning UNESCO World Heritage Routeburn Valley with thrilling abseils, jumps, and zip lines, all set in the dramatic landscapes of Mount Aspiring National Park.
Accommodation: Rosewood Matakauri
Day 8 – 18th April 2025
Today you’ll head up to Nelson (Flight via Christchurch 50 mins).
On arrival, collect your rental car & make your way to your accommodation.
Enjoy this evening at your leisure.
Accommodation: Pihopa Retreat
Day 9 – 19th April 2025
This morning, take a scenic one-hour drive to Kaiteriteri, where you’ll board your private charter to explore the breathtaking Abel Tasman. Enjoy a day of hiking, kayaking, swimming (for the adventurous!), or simply relaxing and soaking in the stunning surroundings.
Accommodation: Pihopa Retreat
Day 10 – 20th April 2025 – Departure Day
Today return your rental car before taking your departure flight home (Via Wellington or Auckland)
Accommodation
Includes all accommodation as follows:
- Two nights in a Luxury Suite at Delamore Lodge, Waiheke Island
- Two nights in a Ocean View Junior Suite at Kauri Cliffs, Northland
- Three nights in a Lake View Suite at Matakauri, Queenstown
- Two nights in Suite at Pihopa Retreat, Nelson
Accommodation Inclusions:
- Delamore Lodge – On your arrival is a bottle of bubbles and welcome platter to enjoy in your suite – 2 x 90 minute massages – One night dinner at Delamore Lodge including a pre-dinner drink and a wonderful selection of canapés – Gourmet breakfasts daily in the privacy of your suite, outside on your private patio or in the main lodge.
- Kauri Cliffs – Pre dinner aperitif, dinner, full breakfast, non alcoholic mini bar
- Matakauri – Pre dinner aperitif, dinner, full breakfast, non alcoholic mini bar
- Pihopa Retreat – Chef cooked Breakfast served in the chapel, Pre dinner drinks and canapés at the Pool House, Lodge baked afternoon tea and biscuits in suite Nespresso coffee maker and specialty Zealong Teas Wine, Port, Whisky, Chocolates
Activities
- Full day private wine, food & activity tour
- Golf at Kauri Cliffs OR Spa Treatment
- Onsen Hot Pools (Private)
- Ultimate Milford Experience (Private)
- Routeburn Full Day Canyoning (Shared experience, depending on final group size)
- Day out in the Abel Tasman (Private)
Transport
TRANSFERS:
- All private airport transfers when no rental car
CAR HIRE:
Intermediate SUV – Nissan X-Trail or similar (Queenstown)
Intermediate SUV – Nissan X-Trail or similar (Nelson)
FLIGHTS:
Auckland to Kerikeri (Economy)
Kerikeri to Queenstown (Via Auckland) (Economy)
Queenstown to Nelson (Via Christchurch) (Economy)
Cost
NZD $36,700
AUD $33,257*
Price for 2 adults (Based on 2 couples)
NZD $35,354
AUD $32,034*
Price for 2 adults (Based on 3 couples)
NZD $35,503
AUD $32,174
Price for 2 adults (Based on 4 couples)
NZD $34,610
AUD $31,369
Price for 2 adults (Based on 5 couples)
•This quote is valid for 7 days from 2nd December 2024 and subject to availability
•All prices include tax
•Prices are for cash payment, credit card payments will incur a fee
•Luxury Adventures strongly advise travel insurance.
*References to other currencies are estimates based on exchange rates current at the time of preparing your quote. The actual amount in your local currency will depend on exchange rates applicable on the day of booking/payment.
Payment
To confirm your package Luxury Adventures requires a deposit of 25% of the total package cost which is non refundable.
A further 10% deposit is also required at time of booking, this is fully refundable until 90 days prior to your trip begins.
Full payment for the package is required 60 days before tour commencement. If a booking is made less than 60 days before tour commencement, then payment is required in full at the time of booking. All prices are quoted in NZ dollars unless otherwise specified. Prices include New Zealand Goods and Services Tax (GST) at 15%. Payment can be made by direct bank (telegraphic) transfers, or credit card. Prices are for cash payment, credit card payments will incur a fee.
For group bookings (4 or more couples):
To confirm a group booking a deposit of 25% non refundable deposit is required.
A further 10% deposit is also required at time of booking, this is fully refundable until 180 days prior to your trip begins, at which point it then becomes non refundable.
Balance payments are due with 15% at 180 days, 25% at 120 days and 25% at 90 days.
Group cancellations:
80-91 days prior:
50% of the package price will be refunded (excluding the non refundable portions)
90-76 days prior:
25% of the package price will be refunded (excluding the non refundable portions)
Inside 75 days prior:
There will be no refund
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