Tailor Made New Zealand: An Active Adventure

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Travel with your private party on this Luxury Tailor Made Journey, departing when you choose and with expert local guides leading the way; you can even customize the itinerary to your interests. Experience New Zealand’s active adventure meccas as you hike, bike, kayak and flight see the North and South islands’ most inspiring destinations, including Rotoru...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    Travel with your private party on this Luxury Tailor Made Journey, departing when you choose and with expert local guides leading the way; you can even customize the itinerary to your interests. Experience New Zealand’s active adventure meccas as you hike, bike, kayak and flight see the North and South islands’ most inspiring destinations, including Rotorua, Abel Tasman National Park and Queenstown, the “Adventure Capital of New Zealand.”

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeOperator does not provide
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start City Auckland
End City Queenstown

Destinations

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Auckland, New Zealand

Upon arrival into Auckland, you are met by an A&K representative and transferred to your luxurious hotel, with your room ready for immediate check in. Later, meet your A&K driver-guide to admire city highlights, including the city’s gardens; vibrant Viaduct Ha...

Day 2: Rotorua

Leave Auckland in the morning and travel to the town of Rotorua, stopping at the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, one of New Zealand’s most inspiring natural attractions. Embark on a boat tour through the caves’ ancient limestone chambers and passages, gliding quietly along as...

Day 3: Rotorua

Begin your day with a visit to Rainbow Springs Nature Park’s National Kiwi Hatchery, an Abercrombie & Kent Philanthropy-sponsored organization committed to preserving this iconic native species. Enjoy insider access to the facility’s hatchery, feeding room, nurser...

Day 4: Rotorua

Begin your day of adventure with a mountain bike ride through the pines, twisting and turning along some of the world’s finest trails. After lunch back at the lodge, embark on a shared helicopter flight over the northern lakes on your way to the Pacific Ocean. Witness...

Day 5: Nelson

Fly to Nelson, an adventure mecca fronting the arcing coastline of the South Island’s northwest corner. Nelson’s alpine lodges dot this mountain wilderness punctuated by rivers, forests, limestone outcrops, rocky coasts, and legendary sandy beaches. Upon arrival, you are met by an A&K representative and transferred to your lodge.

Meals Provided : Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6: Nelson

This morning, set off on a private heli-kayak adventure into the Abel Tasman National Park. Fly up the coastline and land at Awaroa Bay, where you sea kayak amid granite sea cliffs, golden sand beaches and crystal clear waters. After a picnic lunch and paddle through the majestic Awaroa Lagoon, return to the lodge via helicopter.

Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Queenstown

Fly to Queenstown, located on the southern end of New Zealand's South Island. Once a Maori settlement and, later, a gold mining outpost, Queenstown has transformed in recent decades to become a frontier resort town renowned as an adventure destination. Upon arrival, you are met by an A&K representative and transferred to your lodge.

Meals Provided : Breakfast

Day 8: Queenstown

Today, board a helicopter for a shared flight spanning secluded alpine lakes, lush rainforest, and rugged mountain peaks of the Southern Alps. Land in Milford Sound and board a shared vessel for the Mitre Peak nature cruise. View cascading waterfalls, towering rocks, ...

Day 9: Queenstown

Head to the Dart River for a full-day shared jet-boat and kayak adventure deep into the heart of the world-renowned Mt. Aspiring National Park. Enjoy the peace and tranquility of this stunning area at your own pace as you float downstream past rock pools and dramatic ...

Day 10: Queenstown

This morning after breakfast, you are transferred to the airport for your international departure.

Meals Provided : Breakfast

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Dates & Availability

Price From $25,470
Price per day$2,547
Last Updated: 1/6/2025

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Meals Included
  • 9 Breakfast
  • 6 Lunch
  • 5 Dinner
Age Requirements
6 years and up
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