Itinerary Details
Swain Destinations: Springtime in New Zealand
Day 1 Welcome to Auckland & Auckland Private Tour
Welcome to Auckland! Upon arrival you will be met by your driver and guide for a half-day introduction tour of the city before being delivered to your accommodation.
Experience first-hand why locals love this beautiful, geographically and culturally diverse city. Enjoy an extraordinary first impression of New Zealand and optimize your time on your first day in Auckland. The Auckland Private Tour will take in selected historical and cultural sites of significance, cityscapes, harbor views and coastlines, views of ancient volcanic peaks, and parks with unique flora and fauna in New Zealand's largest city.
The Hotel Britomart
Day 2 Auckland Wine and Dine - Matakana Country and Cuisine - Private Tour
Within easy reach of Downtown Auckland, Matakana is another special region with its spectacular Hibiscus Coastline and fertile countryside areas which are home to some of the best kept secrets that the Auckland region has to offer. With its lush landscape, fertile farmlands, and stunning beaches, this private tour allows you to choose an exclusive itinerary to match your interests, including great food, wine, scenery, and activities.
The Hotel Britomart
Meals: B, L
Day 3 Travel to Rosewood Cape Kidnappers via Napier
Takeoff to Napier and continue on the next stage of your adventure.
Rosewood Cape Kidnappers
Meals: B, D
Day 4 Rosewood Cape Kidnappers at Leisure
Located on the North Island in Hawke's Bay, one of New Zealand's most important wine districts, Cape Kidnappers has a rich history beginning with its discovery by Captain James Cook in 1769.
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Cape Sanctuary is New Zealand's largest privately owned and funded ‘mainland island' conservation project. The Sanctuary is a world leader in conservation innovation — where recreation, production, and restoration occur in symbiosis. Guests can embark on a captivating tour of the Cape Sanctuary.
Rosewood Cape Kidnappers
Meals: B, D
Day 5 Rosewood Cape Kidnappers at Leisure
Critics and golf devotees alike have already fallen in love with the Cape Kidnappers links-style golf course—it has been voted the 27th best golf course in the world. Here, both golfers and non-golfers have a luxurious place to stay while exploring the wonders of Hawkes' Bay.
Rosewood Cape Kidnappers
Meals: B, D
Day 6 Travel to Bay of Many Coves
Takeoff to Blenheim and continue on the next stage of your adventure.
Tucked away on the shores of a stunning aqua-blue bay, Bay of Many Coves peeks through the surrounding lush native bush. Sailing, hiking, kayaking, or just relaxing in the hot-tub or by the pool are available.
Bay Of Many Coves
Meals: B, D
Day 7 Queen Charlotte Track Walk & Wildlife Tour - Private Guided Walk
Your guided walk along the Queen Charlotte Track begins at Ship Cove and ends at Endeavour Inlet. It is a mixture of stunning podocarp and beech forest with punga ferns and other New Zealand native foliage. This day is regarded as the premier section of the Queen Charlotte Track with many beautiful views to be had across the Queen Charlotte Sound. Your informative local guide will talk about the European and Maori history of the area, as well as provide detailed information on the birds and plants you encounter along the way.
Bay Of Many Coves
Meals: B, L, D
Day 8 Bay of Many Coves at Leisure
Spend a day discovering the marine life of the Marlborough Sounds, kayak to a nearby salmon farm, go dolphin and orca spotting on a guided cruise, or go underground to view the stunning glowworms on cave walls. All these experiences and more are available to you at the Bay of Many Coves.
Bay Of Many Coves
Meals: B, D
Day 9 Travel to Marlborough Lodge
Transfer by ferry from the Bay of Many Coves to Picton, then enjoy a leisurely transfer from Picton to the Marlborough Lodge.
The Marlborough
Meals: B, D
Day 10 The Marlborough at Leisure
Marlborough and the top of New Zealand's South Island is a treasure trove of food, wine, arts, culture, and scenery just waiting to be explored, and The Marlborough Lodge sits right in the heart of it all. Alternatively, there is plenty happening at The Lodge everyday within the 16-acre estate, including a garden tour with the head gardener, cooking demonstration, mountain bikes, tennis courts, heated swimming pool, and walk trails through the gardens. Other activities and day tours include wineries, cruising, flightseeing, kayaking, hiking, fishing, and golf.
The Marlborough
Meals: B, D
Day 11 Travel to Queenstown
Takeoff to Queenstown and continue on the next stage of your adventure.
Rosewood Matakauri
Meals: B, D
Day 12 Milford Ultimate - Helicopter Excursion
Sip the pure waters of an alpine lake. Take in the majestic Milford Sound. Stroll along uninhabited beaches. See the blue ice on glaciers high in the Alps and the fjords' coastal rain forests. Feast on a gourmet picnic hamper and sip champagne. At each landing site, the helicopter will shut down for you to enjoy the quiet sound of the mountains. Perhaps a curious Kea, New Zealand's native parrot, will drop in to say hello.
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Rosewood Matakauri
Meals: B, L, D
Day 13 Rosewood Matakauri at Leisure
Enjoy a picturesque day at leisure at Rosewood Matakauri surrounded by views of Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables. Take in the scenic area with a relaxing cruise on the TSS Earnslaw or experience a breathtaking jet boat ride through Shotever River.
Rosewood Matakauri
Meals: B, D
Day 14 Travel to Lake Pearson
A short flight and car transfer take you to the incredible Flockhill.
Flockhill
Meals: B, D
Day 15 Flockhill at Leisure
Flockhill's experiences are inspired by the 36,000 acre playground— it's like having your own private national park. During your stay you may be able to enjoy a Farm experience, E-biking, hiking, paddle boarding or kayaking, a night sky experience, a taste test kitchen or a biodiversity walk.
Flockhill
Meals: B, L, D
Day 16 Flockhill at Leisure
You may wish to add to your trip with curated activities that will take you above and beyond, such as a sheep station muster, guided E-bike excursion, fly fishing, Flockhill boulder hike, Cave Stream experience, master cooking workshop, bouldering, or clay bird shooting.
Meals: B, L, D
Day 17 Depart Lake Pearson
Transfer to the airport by private vehicle before boarding your departure flight. Or did you decide to stay forever?
Meals: B
