8 days tour
The Endless Shores (Small Groups, 8 Days)
$ 4,865 .00 USD
Total price per person
Reserve with $4,865.00
Meals
7 Breakfast (B) 4 Dinner (D) 1 Lunch (L) Enjoy breakfast every morning, and an array of incredible dining options throughout your journey, infused with discovery and adventure. On days where a Relaxed Start (RS) is indicated, you can select to indulge in breakfast in bed.โ Hawkeโs Bay: Indulge in wine tasting and an intimate dinner at the award-winning restaurant of Craggy Range Winery. Feast on local produce as you sit in the shade of Te Mata Peak and drink wines from one of the regionโs world-famous vineyards. Wellington: Feel the warm hospitality of New Zealandโs capital city, as you join your travel companions for a delicious Welcome Dinner hosted at Lola Rouge. Rotorua: Tonight, visit Te Pฤ Tลซ Mฤori Experience. Tลซ Te Rฤ is a celebration of the abundant harvest of this season, and explores concepts, rituals, and stories of ancient Mฤori warfare and peace in a feast of culture and cuisine. Enjoy a forest kai horotai (seasonal canapรฉs), complimentary chef choice aperitif, and a seasonal three-course dinner. Auckland: Raise a glass to your unforgettable journey as you enjoy your Celebration Dinner with a former member of the All Blacks rugby team. Hear stories of the worldโs leading rugby team, his personal victories and how passionate Kiwis are about their national sport.
Transport
Enjoy complimentary hotel Wi-Fi. And, on select coaches, onboard Wi-Fi may also be available. Transfers are included on your journey start and end dates, and where additional accommodation has been booked in advance through Luxury Gold. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city as the itinerary, may be requested.
Hygieneprotocol
All guests travelling with Luxury Gold through December 31, 2022 are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, which may include a booster shot to keep the vaccination status current and valid, depending on the travel destination. Children not eligible for vaccination and/or booster at the time of travel must provide a verifiable and negative Covid-19 test result, taken within 72 hours prior to the start of the tour (taking time zones into consideration) for all tours departing until December 31, 2022. For guests travelling with Luxury Gold from 1 January 2023, Covid-19 vaccinations and boosters are highly recommended, but no longer required. Please note that regardless of time of travel guests will need to comply with specific vaccine and/or booster requirements imposed by airlines and/or authorities in the destination visited, as well as requirements for accessing restaurants and venues, which may be more restrictive than above. It is guestsโ responsibility to ensure that they comply at all times with these requirements. No refunds will be given if guests are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to their failure to comply with these requirements.
Others
Choose between two carefully selected activities Wellington: Discover the stunning waterfront and the hidden laneways in the bohemian area of the heritage Cuba Street precinct. Once dimly lit back alleys, these newly rejuvenated laneways are now home to some of the countryโs funkiest bars, boutiques, and breweries. Admire panoramic views of the city from the Wellington cable car. Wellington: Zealandia is the worldโs first fully-fenced urban ecosanctuary, with an extraordinary vision to restore a Wellington valleyโs forest and freshwater ecosystems as closely as possible to their pre-human state. The 500+ acre ecosanctuary is a groundbreaking conservation project that has reintroduced 18 species of native wildlife back into the area. Take a 2-hour walking tour with a passionate expert guide. Enjoy seamless personal assistance throughout your journey. From securing exclusive reservations, to organising transportation, your Travel Concierge ensures every aspect of your travel is tailored to your tastes and preferences. In select destinations, our network of Local Expert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level. Included at all hotels. Hotel taxes, porterage and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, are included. Hawkeโs Bay: Porters Boutique Hotel is a privately owned, boutique hotel that delivers a luxurious experience. Elegantly appointed guest rooms are fitted with plush, classic furnishings and local artwork, all moments away from the charming village of Havelock North. Rotorua: Join Whirinaki Forest Footsteps, a guided eco-tour into the heart of the ancient Whirinaki Rainforest. Rotorua: Meet the kiwi at National Kiwi Hatchery Aotearoa as you are invited to step behind-the-scenes at a working nursery and hatchery for New Zealandโs intriguing national bird. Seek out skinks, geckos, and incredible trout amidst the thick foliage of the park. This MAKE TRAVEL MATTERยฎ Experience helps to fund the Hatchery and directly contribute to kiwi conservation. The hatchery has grown to become the largest and most successful kiwi hatching facility in the world, successfully incubating and hatching brown kiwi eggs, helping the North Island population considerably. Napier: Climb into a luxury vintage car with a discerning local guide for your personal tour of Napier. Uncover the highlights of this world-famous townโs 140 art deco buildings and sculptures from the comfort of your luxurious vehicle. Huka Falls: Witness the awe-inspiring power of nature at Huka Falls where nearly a quarter of a million litres of thundering water per second are funnelled from Lake Taupล and dropped eleven metres into the Waikato River below. Rotorua: Stand eye to eye with giant redwoods on the Redwoods Treewalk. Immerse yourself in the serene majesty of these 118-year-old trees from your 20-metre high perspective. Cross swing bridges and platforms on your elevated path through Whakarewarewa Forest. Auckland: Discover the landmarks of New Zealandโs largest city on your afternoon tour. See the diversity of the city from bustling Queen Street and the rejuvenated Viaduct Harbour to the historic buildings around the cityโs university and the striking Auckland Harbour Bridge. Footwhistle Glowworm Cave: Enter the subterranean Footwhistle Cave for a private tour. Your guide will lead you down to the entrance of the cave, where on this intimate, private tour you will discover the beauty of the New Zealand Glowworm, and learn about the cave formations and beauty of Footwhistle Cave. A cup of locally brewed Kawa Kawa tea is the perfect finish.
Accommodation
Wellington: Forming part of an exclusive collection of luxury hotels, the vintage-inspired Sofitel Wellington places you in the heart of the city near lush botanical gardens, stately parliamentary buildings and a collection of museums. Hawkeโs Bay: Porters Boutique Hotel is a privately owned, boutique hotel that delivers a luxurious experience.
Not included:
Optional
Other activities and services not included
Flights
International flights are not included
Insurance
Insurance is not included
Others
Other activities and services not included
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Itinerary of your trip The Endless Shores (Small Groups, 8 Days)
- Day 1 Day 1: Welcome To Wellington
Day 1: Welcome To Wellington
- Day 2 Day 2: Wellington Sightseeing
Day 2: Wellington Sightseeing
- Day 3 Day 3: Wellington To HawkeโS Bay
Day 3: Wellington To HawkeโS Bay
Experience Style
Mixed
There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโre also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.
Accomodation level
Medium
This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.
Experience Type
Small Group
Youโll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.
Physical Rating
Average
There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโre not sure this applies to you.
Age range
Min: 5 / Max: 99
Age range allowed for this experience.
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