• Begin with a night in the stylish city of Auckland, where private touring includes the waterfront, One Tree Hill, and the upscale suburb of Parnell.
  
  
• Relax in your city's finest accommodations: the Hyatt Regency, in a suite overlooking the beautiful harbor.
  
  
• Next, drive to the thermal town of Rotorua, stopping to see fascinating glowworm caves en route. Rotorua is best known for its geysers, hot springs, and indigenous Maori population.
  
  
• Spend two nights at the exclusive Treetops Lodge, a gorgeous property with wood and stone architecture surrounded by lush forests, waterfalls, and volcanic crater lakes.

• Continue to Wellington, on the South Island, a city known for its lively arts, culture, and dining scene, as well as its stunning harbor and hills.
  
  
• Spend several hours touring the city before driving to Wharekauhau, a luxury estate on a working sheep station surrounded by breathtaking farmland and coastal scenery.
  
  
• Spend days exploring the Martinborough Region's vineyards, specialty shops, and wonderful restaurants while taking in the magnificent scenery -- this region is a photographer's dream.
  
  
• Indulge in cuisine at Wharekauhau, featuring local produce, wines, cheeses, and olive oils.

• Next, visit Nelson, home to hundreds of local artists.
  
  
• Relax in your accommodations: the Lodge at Paratiho Farms, one of New Zealand's most special and exclusive lodge retreats with modern art adorning each room.
  
  
• Spend several days enjoying Paratiho's infinity pool, gourmet cuisine, and desirable location near Abel Tasman Park and Nelson's galleries, orchards, vineyards, shops, and cafes.

• Spend a night in the city of Christchurch before proceeding to Queenstown, perhaps the most famous destination in New Zealand.
  
  
• Enjoy a touring highlight: a day spent in the Fiordland National Park , a World Heritage park filled with snow covered mountains, glacial lakes and valleys, fiords, islands, waterfalls, and dense forests.
  
  
• Cruise Milford Sound and land by helicopter atop a glacier.
  
  
• Take advantage of your accommodations at the renowned Blanket Bay - one of the world's most luxurious accommodations - nestled on a lake surrounded by snow covered mountains.
  
  
• Opt to partake in Queenstown's endless array of adventure activities, or take advantage of Blanket Bay's luxurious facilities.

Day 01	Arrive Auckland Arrival transfer to Hyatt Regency Auckland for overnight. Introductory touring of city, One Tree Hill, and Parnell.
Day 02	Auckland - Rotorua - Treetops Lodge Private tour to Waitomo Glow Worm Caves and sheep show at the Agrodome. Continue to Treetops Lodge for 2 nights. Dinner at lodge. (B,L,D)
Day 03	Treetops Lodge Half-day of private touring or outdoor activity in Rotorua or Taupo. Dinner at lodge. (B,D)
Day 04	Rotorua - Wharekauhau Transfer and flight to Wellington. Private city touring on arrival, followed by transfer to Wharekauhau Country Estate for 2 nights. Dinner at lodge. (B)
Day 05	Wharekauhau At leisure at lodge. Optional activities include: Vineyard visits in Martinborough region, jet boating, horse treks, nature and coastal walks, and the spa and facilities at Wharekauhau. Dinner at lodge. (B,D)
Day 06	Wharekauhau - Nelson Transfer to Wellington for flight to Nelson. Private touring on arrival of Nelson's art galleries and studios. Continue to the Lodge at Paratiho Farms for 2 nights. (B,D)
Day 07	Paratiho Farms At leisure at lodge. Optional activities include: Abel Tasman Park, Nelson art galleries, sailing, farm and garden walks, and fly fishing. Dinner at lodge. (B,D)
Day 08	Nelson - Christchurch Transfer and flight to Christchurch. Arrival transfer to The George Hotel for overnight. Afternoon private city touring of Christchurch's gardens and neighborhoods. (B)
Day 09	Christchurch - Queenstown - Blanket Bay Transfer and flight to Queenstown for private afternoon touring in the village of Queenstown. Drive out to Blanket Bay Lodge for 3 nights. Dinner at lodge. (B,D)
Day 10	Blanket Bay At leisure at lodge. Optional activities include: Jet Boat Safaris on the Shotover and Dart rivers, fly fishing, shopping in Arrowtown, visits to vineyards, heli skiing, bungee jumping, nature hikes, scenic flights, and horseback riding. Dinner at lodge. (B,D)
Day 11	Milford Sound and Blanket Bay Excursion by helicopter to Milford Sound for cruise on the Sound and glacier landing. (B,D)
Day 12	Depart Queenstown Transfer to airport for flight elsewhere in NZ, Australia, or to connect with international flight. (B)

Cost

Per Person Cost (double occupancy): $12,980
* Cost does not include international or internal flights.

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