This 17 day tour starts in Queenstown and finishes in Auckland.
This incredible itinerary guides you through some of New Zealand's most fantastic wine regions, including Hawke's Bay, Martinborough, Marlborough, Waipara, and Central Otago. You'll savour each region with local wine experts, uncovering hidden gems and celebrated vineyards. The tour also features a breathtaking scenic flight over Queenstown, complete with a private picnic lunch that showcases the region's stunning beauty. In the evenings, you'll unwind in luxurious boutique lodges and hotels, ensuring a truly relaxing and indulgent experience.
Accommodation type on this tour is: Boutique Lodges & Hotels.
Rental car insurance included
Rental car inclusions: Unlimited kilometres,airport/ferry terminal fees, additional drivers.
This tour can be customised to suit you precisely - just request here.
This tour also features:
Day 1: Welcome to Queenstown
Accommodation:
The Dairy Private Hotel by Naumi
Day 2: Explore Queenstown by air with the ultimate scenic flight and private picnic in Paradise
Accommodation:
The Dairy Private Hotel by Naumi
Day 3: Collect your vehicle from the Queenstown Airport then cross the Crown Range to Wanaka
Accommodation:
Tin Tub Lodge
Day 4: Full day exploring the Central Otago Wineries renowned for their Pinot Noir
Accommodation:
Tin Tub Lodge
Day 5: Travel the spectacular Haast Pass to the West Coast and if you arrive early maybe take a Heli-hike tour of the glacier
Accommodation:
Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
Day 6: Drive north along the stunning West Coast Road and take the TranzAlpine train to Christchurch
Accommodation:
The Observatory Hotel
Day 7: Discover the hidden gem that is the Waipara Valley or maybe explore the charming village of Akaroa
Accommodation:
The Observatory Hotel
Day 8: Head north onto the port town of Picton
Accommodation:
Sennen House, Picton
Day 9: A full day tour exploring the Marlborough Vineyards
Accommodation:
Sennen House, Picton
Day 10: Departing Picton you'll cruise through the spectacular Marlborough Sounds, then cross the Cook Strait to Wellington
Accommodation:
Parehua Resort Martinborough
Day 11: Taste the Martinborough wine region today
Accommodation:
Parehua Resort Martinborough
Day 12: Journey to New Zealand's largest wine region, the Hawkes Bay
Accommodation:
Art Deco Masonic Hotel
Day 13: Enjoy a day exploring the Hawkes Bay, add on a half day wine tour or a chocolate experience
Accommodation:
Art Deco Masonic Hotel
Day 14: Take the short trip to Lake Taupo
Accommodation:
Chalet Eiger
Day 15: Travel north to Auckland, the City of Sails
Accommodation:
Fable Auckland
Day 16: Explore the boutique vineyards on the island retreat of Waiheke
Accommodation:
Fable Auckland
Day 17: Depart Auckland today