Absolute Luxury New Zealand

Day 1  Auckland    
Settle into your elegant accommodation and perhaps dine out at one of the city’s eclectic restaurant.      

Days 2-3  Auckland to Bay of Islands  
Leave the city behind and drive north to the subtropical Bay of Islands. Situated within its own 75 acre estate, exclusive 5★+ Eagles Nest is your home for the next two nights and offers the perfect place to acclimatise. Discover secluded bays, visit quaint art galleries and marvel at the captivating views from your state-of-the-art private villa, nestled amongst lush native bush.    

Days 4-5  Bay of Islands to Auckland  
Enjoy a leisurely drive back to Auckland, spending the next two days exploring the city and venturing across the bay to Waiheke Island for a gourmet tasting tour. With a sunny microclimate, scenic clifftop vineyards and golden beaches, this gorgeous island is a local favourite.    

Days 6-7  Auckland to Rotorua  
Overlooking stunning Lake Terawera, peaceful 5★ Solitaire Lodge boasts understated luxury in an unrivalled lakefront location. Explore Rotorua’s geothermal parks and enjoy learning more about Maori culture at an unforgettable hangi feast experience.    

Days 8-9  Rotorua to Christchurch  
Catch the short flight from Rotorua to Christchurch and be orientated around the city with a gourmet dinner and tour by tram.  

Day 10  Christchurch to Franz Josef    
Board the TranzAlpine and embark upon one of the world’s most scenic rail journeys. Cross dramatic gorges and pass through the mountainous heart of the Southern Alps before descending through native beech forest. On arrival in Greymouth, pick up your car and continue to glacier country, marvelling at the glorious coastal vistas en route.    

Day 11  Franz Josef    
The tropical rainforest fringing Franz Josef offers a stark contrast to the cascading glacier beyond. Take to the skies on an exhilarating helicopter flight over the ice before landing on the glacier itself and hiking across its shimmering, iridescent surface.    

Day 12  Franz Josef to Glenorchy    
The longest but most spectacular drive on your adventure takes you past the snow-tipped peak of Mount Cook and along the dramatic west coast. Stop off in pretty Wanaka before trailing the perimeter of Lake Wakatipu past Queenstown, to the spectacular mountain town of Glenorchy.  

Day 13  Glenorchy    
The world-renowned 5★+ Blanket Bay offers a traditional lodge experience in a truly breathtaking location. Indulge in exceptional dining, immerse yourself in amazing scenery on optional guided hikes, or simply relax by the crackling fire in the opulent ‘Great Room’.    

Day 14  Glenorchy to Queenstown    
Enjoy the scenic journey back to Queenstown and explore the quaint nearby shops and popular lakefront restaurants.    

Days 15-16  Queenstown    
Enjoy a wealth of activities in New Zealand’s adventure capital from helicopter rides to 4WD tours and on day 15 embark on a Milford Sound cruise with a spectacular flight back included.    

Day 17  Queenstown    
Head to the airport for your onward arrangements as your adventure ends.