An authentic ‘insider neighbourhood’ private walking tour, hosted by a mature local guide. Discover local favourites and hidden gems of the inner city. Auckland is NZ’s largest and most diverse city with great food, world-class entertainment, excellent shopping and an interesting history. As a harbour city, Auckland also has a wonderful connected waterfront to explore. This private walking tour of the inner city is a great way to start or end your vacation in New Zealand.
Auckland Airport to Auckland - City Centre
Your Accommodation
Park Hyatt Auckland
Park Hyatt Auckland is perfectly located on the water’s edge and offers expansive views across Wynyard Quarter's Lighter Basin and out to the Waitemata Harbour. Our sophisticated waterfront residence has 195 guestrooms, four restaurants and bars, versatile and elegant event spaces, a day spa, 25-metre infinity pool, and a full fitness center. Enjoy a luxurious, 5-star experience with us.
Duration
2 Night Stay
Meal Plan
Full Breakfast
Enjoy succulent fresh oysters, award-winning olive oil and other locally produced specialty foods, accompanied by wines from some of the Island's top boutique vineyards. Your guide will provide an entertaining and informative commentary along the way. You will visit an award-winning olive oil mill, followed by two vineyards, each offering a range of gourmet tastes to accompany their wines. Treats may include oysters straight from Te Matuku Bay, wild honey, the famous local green herb spread, and artisan cheeses. You will also enjoy a platter lunch at one of our top vineyard restaurants.
This trip from Rotorua to Auckland includes visiting two of the iconic New Zealand attractions - Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Glow Worm Caves. Departing from Rotorua at 8am, this is a wonderful way to get to Auckland. The first stop is at Hobbiton where we will drive you down to the set itself and have one of the specialist Hobbiton guides take you on a walking tour around the 44 Hobbit holes. You will get the chance to have a photo in the doorway of a Hobbit house, see the Party Tree and stand by the gate to Bilbo's house "Bag End" overlooking the whole set to the hills in the distance. Before your buffet lunch feast in the Party Marquee (which is included in the price) enjoy a complimentary ale, cider or ginger beer in the Green Dragon Inn. After lunch we'll give you a $10 souvenir voucher to spend at the Hobbiton gift shop before we continue on to Waitomo caves. The drive to Waitomo Caves goes through some beautiful countryside beside Lake Karapiro and across the famous Arapuni Dam. At Waitomo Glow Worm Caves one of their experienced guides will take you on a walking tour through the caves and talk about the limestone formations and the glowworms. At the end of the cave tour take the iconic boat ride to glide along through the world famous glowworm grotto (subject to water levels). Marvel in silence at thousands of magical glow worms, which are unique to the southern hemisphere, before exiting the cave. After your tour at Waitomo, travel to your Auckland inner city accommodation with an afternoon tea stop on the way (own cost).
Rotorua to Auckland with Waitomo Caves and Hobbiton
Your Accommodation
On The Point Rotorua
Surrounded by the sparkling waters of Lake Rotorua, Peppers on the Point Rotorua is an intimate luxury retreat featuring spectacular views to haunting Mokoia Island. This historic property was a family home until 2004, the perfect setting for a serene and tranquil escape. This stunning retreat offers the perfect base for sampling the many adventure or cultural activities Rotorua has to offer, or you can simply relax and enjoy the natural beauty from the comfort of your suite or fireside in our inviting lounge. Peppers on the Point Rotorua, Lake Rotorua in the heartland of New Zealand's Maori culture is set amidst a landscape of erupting geysers, hot thermal springs and bubbling mud pools. With so many sights and cultural activities on offer you will leave us enriched, refreshed and relaxed.
Duration
2 Night Stay
Meal Plan
Full Breakfast
Visit Rotorua's most popular attractions Te Puia and views of the our beautiful lakes including Tarawera, Okareka and the Blue/Green lake. Spend an afternoon gaining an appreciation of New Zealand's Maori culture and nature. Learn about Maori customs, traditions, history and protocols, with a guided visit to Te Puia, Rotorua's premier cultural centre. Includes visit to the wood carving school, arts and craft gallery, Rotowhio Marae, weaving, boiling mud pools and NZ's largest geyser Pohutu. Includes entry to Te Puia.
Rotorua - City Centre to Rotorua Airport
Wellington Airport to Wellington - City Centre
Your Accommodation
InterContinental Wellington
Adjacent to Wellington’s waterfront, InterContinental Wellington is the most centrally-located and experienced global five-star hotel in New Zealand’s capital city. It is the seamless and personal service of the team that makes your Wellington accommodation and travel experience truly memorable. Guests can spend time with the award-winning concierge team whose tips and insider knowledge help travelers discover the arts, events, shopping, and culinary cultures surrounding the hotel.
Duration
3 Night Stay
Meal Plan
Full Breakfast
Experience the best of Wellington from the Air, Sea and Land on a guided private 7-hour tour around New Zealand’s beautiful capital city.Take in the majestic view of the City and Harbour from above with Wellington Helicopters, cruise the Harbour with East by West Ferries, ride the iconic Wellington Cable Car, discover the beauty and charm of the Eastern and Southern suburbs on a scenic drive and much, much more.
Enjoy a 7 hour private guided tour of an adventure for your taste buds including a scenic drive through the Remutaka mountain range. Foodie delights from honey, cheeses, chocolates, olive oil wineries and lunch.
Wellington - City Centre to Wellington Airport
Queenstown Airport to Queenstown - City Centre
Your Accommodation
Azur Lodge
Azur Lodge is uniquely tucked away on 3.5 acres of private hillside off Lake Wakatipu and is only five minutes by car from downtown Queenstown. Azur offers superb luxury accommodation with magnificent views of Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding mountains, there are nine freestanding, open plan villas and a main lodge that serves as the focal point for the lodge. Azur's take on service is personable, friendly and professional all the while catering to each guests individual needs. Nightly rates includes private return airport transfers and on demand transfers to Queenstown centre, full breakfast, afternoon tea, pre-dinner drinks and canapés, complimentary WiFi, turndown service and full use of the Lodge facilities. Azur can also facilitate in-villa dining, spa treatments and itinerary recommendations - simply for starters. Whatever you need is no trouble at all at Azur.
Duration
3 Night Stay
Meal Plan
Full Breakfast
Immerse yourself in towering waterfalls, ancient peaks, cruise and chef 2 course lunch. This full day Milford Sound private tour experience ventures deep into the place that Rudyard Kipling called, “The Eighth Wonder of the World”. Explore the magnificent sheer cliffs and shimmering waters of this world-renowned location. Your local driver/guide will pick you up from your Queenstown accommodation and whisk you away in the comfort of your own private vehicle. Enjoy constantly evolving landscapes, from windswept alpine plains and turquoise lakes to vast mountain peaks and lovely lakeside towns. Skip the crowds and never miss a photo opportunity. On our tour you have the flexibility to stop, step out of the car and breathe in the crisp mountain air Highlights along the way include the crystal-clear Lake Te Anau, wildflowerfilled plains of the Eglinton Valley, picturesque Lake Marian and Mirror Lakes. Other highlights include the engineering feat that is the 1270m long Homer Tunnel and the thundering waterfalls at Chasm Creek. Then we take to the water for a scenic luxury 2 hr boat cruise, you will have a reserved seat with views and be served a delicious 2-course plated lunch at your table. All dishes are carefully crafted by the onboard chef featuring fresh, seasonal and locally sourced produce, catering to dietary requirements. Cruising Milford Sound on board the boutique catamaran, the Fiordland Jewel, which was specifically designed to offer the ultimate in comfort, is an incredible adventure in Piopiotahi Milford Sound. Marvel at towering cliffs and peaks – including the iconic Mitre Peak that rises more than a kilometre straight out of the sea. Get up close to cascading waterfalls and vibrant rainforest. Keep an eye out for New Zealand wildlife including fur seals, dolphins or yellow crested penguins. If you’re looking for the ultimate Milford Sound experience, you can fly back to Queenstown by fixed-wing aircraft (optional upgrade - must be prebooked) and take in the grandeur of this special landscape from above
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Queenstown - City Centre to Queenstown Airport
Prices are "from" per person based on twin/double share accommodation and for travel in low season. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply. Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability. Rates for single or triple travellers are available on request - please inquire.
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