Meals

Craggy Range Winery Dinner

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Connect with the beating heart of the world’s youngest geothermal valley, and embrace the traditional greeting of your hosts at Te Pā Tū Māori Experience. In the shadow of the spectacular Te Mata Peak, enjoy an unforgettable dining experience at Craggy Range winery in Hawke’s Bay, a region blessed with fertile soils. Walk high among giant 120 year old Redwood trees, and discover the luminous shimmer of the breathtaking Waitomo Glowworm Grotto. Cruise the streets of New Zealand’s Art Deco capital in style in the comfort of a luxurious vintage car driven by your expert guide. Small group (16 guests max) 7+ Unforgettable experiences 13 included meals 7 Nights premium accommodation Comfortable walking shoes Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat Warm layers in cooler months and a waterproof Camera A sense of adventure • Small group (16 guests max)• 7+ Unforgettable experiences• 13 included meals• 7 Nights premium accommodation

Transport

Flights are not included in holiday price. Day 1: Flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm into Wellington Airport Day 8: Flights to depart anytime from Auckland Airport Return arrival and departure airport to hotel transfers are included

Guide

Specialist team of two highly experienced Journey Director and Driver Guide

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Insurance

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Flights

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Optional

Other activities and services are not included

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Day 1 Day 1: Welcome To Wellington
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Welcome To Wellington

Upon arrival at Wellington Airport you’ll be transferred to your hotel by private car. Spend some time at leisure to relax or explore on your own. This evening, join your Journey Director for a Welcome Reception, followed by dinner.
Day 2 Day 2: Wellington At Leisure
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Wellington At Leisure

Discover Wellington your way. You could visit the urban eco-sanctuary of Zealandia/Te Māra a Tāne, home to some of New Zealand’s most rare and extraordinary wildlife. Go on a guided city walking tour around Wellington or explore the country’s fascinating culture, nature, heritage and art at Te Papa, the Museum of New Zealand.
Day 3 Day 3: Wellington - Hawke’S Bay
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Wellington - Hawke’S Bay

Travel through the dairy farming land of Manawatu to Napier in Hawke’s Bay. This evening, enjoy dinner with wine at Craggy Range winery, in the shadow of the spectacular Te Mata Peak. Spend the evening in your accommodation surrounded by the area’s majestic hills.
Day 4 Day 4: Napier (Relaxed Start)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Napier (Relaxed Start)

Relive the glamour and style of the jazz era with a luxurious vintage car tour. Your driver will provide fascinating commentary as you are driven in style through Napier and surrounding areas. You’ll learn about the earthquake that destroyed the city in 1931 and hear stories of the people that led the rebuild of Napier in the Art Deco style.
Day 5 Day 5: Hawke’S Bay - Rotorua
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Hawke’S Bay - Rotorua

Enjoy a leisurely start before continuing the journey to Rotorua. This afternoon you will have a guided cultural Eco-tour of Whirinaki Forest. Armed with a packed lunch and with your local expert guide discover this vast, Jurassic, podocarp rain forest on a guided cultural walking tour, including Rongoa trail, rakau rangatira, history, possibly sight some native and endangered birds, whakatauki, forest bathing and hot kawakawa tea to end.
Day 6 Day 6: Rotorua - Redwoods Treewalk
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Rotorua - Redwoods Treewalk

Ascending to the breathtaking Redwoods Treewalk, enjoy an elevated bird’s eye view of the 120-year-old redwood giants and view the beautiful surrounds of the forest from a unique perspective. Next stop is theNational Kiwi Hatchery Aotearoa, the national leader in kiwi husbandry, and learn about their kiwi hatchery programme that is proudly supported by TreadRight. Tonight, visit Te Pā Tū Māori Experience. Tū Te Rā is celebration of the abundant harvest of this season, and explores concepts, rituals, and stories of ancient Māori warfare and peace in a feast of culture and cuisine. Enjoy a forest kai horotai (seasonal canapés) and complementary chef choice aperitif, and a seasonal three-course dinner.
Day 7 Day 7: Rotorua – Caveworld Waitomo – Auckland
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Rotorua – Caveworld Waitomo – Auckland

Make your way to the famous Caveworld Waitomo for an exclusive 5-star Eco Glowworm experience. Your guide sets the scene for a cave experience where you will see glowworms, cave formations and appreciate the beauty of Footwhistle Cave. Later, travel through the dairy farming district of Waikato, and on to Auckland. This evening, toast your tour together at a Celebration Dinner.
Day 8 Day 8: Farewell From Auckland
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Farewell From Auckland

Say farewell to your fellow travellers as your Inspiring Journey comes to an end and we transfer you by private car to Auckland Airport for your onward flight.

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The Endless Shores (8 Days)

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Itinerary of your trip The Endless Shores (8 Days)

Day 1: Welcome To Wellington

Day 2: Wellington At Leisure

Day 3: Wellington - Hawke’S Bay

Day 4: Napier (Relaxed Start)

Day 5: Hawke’S Bay - Rotorua

Day 6: Rotorua - Redwoods Treewalk

Day 7: Rotorua – Caveworld Waitomo – Auckland

Day 8: Farewell From Auckland

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