12-Day Luxury Premium Vacation in New Zealand

Premium Luxury Tour

Experience New Zealand your way with a fully customised, private itinerary. Every tour is guided by a dedicated local expert and designed just for you. We specialise in exclusive journeys that create genuine connections with New Zealand’s people and landscapes—unforgettable moments you won’t find anywhere else.

Day 1 | Auckland & Waiheke Island

• Personal airport meet-and-greet and transfer to Waiheke Island. It often ranks in the top ten islands globally.
• Settle into a luxury island retreat with a beautiful view over Hauraki Golf.
• Relax amongst vineyards, olive groves, beaches, and a coastal walking trailStay 
• Stay at The Boatshed, just minutes from Oneroa Beach. 

Day 2 | Waiheke Island

• Discover Waiheke's rich Māori and cultural heritage with a local guide.
• Enjoy exclusive boutique wine, whisky, gin, and craft beer tastings.
• Indulge in world-class dining, Michelin-awarded restaurants, and spectacular island scenery.

Day 3 | Waitomo & Lake Taupō

• Explore the famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves on a private guided experience through the glowworm grotto and marvel at thousands of magical glowworms.
• Discover underground rivers and limestone formations.
• Continue to Lake Taupō and visit the spectacular Huka Falls.
• Stay at Huka Lodge, a world-renowned, 5-star luxury retreat

Day 4 | Tongariro & Taupō

• Scenic helicopter flight over Tongariro National Park's volcanic landscapes. Marvel at the awe-inspiring views of the Central Plateau, shimmering Lake Taupō basin and the rugged Kaimanawa Ranges.
• Explore geothermal parks, steaming vents, and colourful thermal features.
• Alternative: Cruise the clear waters to the Māori Rock Carvings aboard a private luxury charter.
• Relax with lakeside scenery and a gourmet BBQ lunch or dinner.
• Optional hiking, mountain biking, golf, kayaking, or fly fishing.

Day 5 | Marlborough  

• Fly to New Zealand's premier wine-growing region.
• Discover Marlborough's world-renowned Sauvignon Blanc vineyards.
• Enjoy private wine tastings, gourmet cuisine, and beautiful vineyard scenery.
• Stay at Marlborough Lodge, located in the heart of a wine region.

Day 6 | Marlborough Sounds

• Explore the secluded bays and waterways of the Marlborough Sounds on a private charter. The Marlborough Sounds are a beautiful maze of deep, green valleys filled with the sea. 
• Optional hiking, kayaking, boating, or wildlife encounters.
• Relax with luxury spa and wellness experiences.

Day 7 | Kaikōura & Christchurch

• Travel south via the spectacular coastal landscapes of Kaikōura.
• Encounter whales, dolphins, seals, and abundant marine wildlife.
• Continue to Christchurch and explore the revitalised city, famous for its English heritage, stunning botanical gardens, and role as the gateway to Antarctica. 
• Stay at Otahuna Lodge, set in a 1895 Victorian mansion. Relais & Châteaux

Day 8 | Akaroa

• Discover the French-inspired seaside village of Akaroa, a charming seaside town located in an ancient volcanic crater on the Banks Peninsula
• Cruise the harbour in search of rare Hector's dolphins. Optional: swim with a dolphin.
• Enjoy stunning coastal scenery and exceptional local cuisine.

Day 9 | Lake Tekapo & Aoraki / Mt Cook

• Journey through the Mackenzie Country to Lake Tekapo.
• Spend time on the Sheep Mustering Tour for an unforgettable insight into New Zealand’s rich farming traditions.
• Admire the region's famous turquoise lakes and alpine scenery.
• Experience one of the world's premier Dark Sky destinations.
• Stay at Mt Cook Retreat, with stunning views of Mt Cook

Day 10 | Aoraki / Mt Cook National Park

• Scenic helicopter flight with alpine snow landing.
• Alternative: Take flight with Mackenzie Helicopters and journey to New Zealand's highest-altitude whisky hut. A truly exclusive, once in a life time experience
• Marvel at glaciers, turquoise lakes, and dramatic mountain scenery.
• Enjoy spectacular views of New Zealand's highest peaks and longest glaciers.
• Explore the breathtaking landscapes of Aoraki / Mt Cook National Park.

Day 11 | Queenstown & Earnslaw Burn

• Travel through Central Otago's wine country to Queenstown.
• Discover boutique wineries and dramatic alpine landscapes.
• Experience a helicopter picnic among the waterfalls and glaciers of Earnslaw Burn with a massive hanging glacier and dozens of cascading waterfalls.
• End your trip with another amazing Michelin-star-inspired dining experience. 
• Stay at Matakauri Lodge, amid nature's pristine Alpine beauty

Day 12 | Queenstown & Fiordland

• Explore Queenstown's vibrant lakeside atmosphere.
• Optional scenic flight and exploration of Milford Sound, New Zealand's natural Icon in the Fiordland National Park.
• You can soak in a luxury, cedar-lined hot tub filled with pure alpine water while enjoying dramatic river and mountain views.