New Zealand’s North Island: 7-Day Luxury Self-Drive Tour with Scenic Lake Taupo Helicopter Flight & Gourmet Wine Tour from $4279.00 per person
There’s something addictive about New Zealand’s north. On the drive from Wellington to Auckland, the stunning landscape ranges from verdant green hills to black-sand beaches to vibrant farmland and vineyards to verdant old-growth bus, but it’s worth taking the scenic route for many more reasons than just the scenery.
Experience this majestic stretch of winding coastline on this incredible seven-day self-drive tour with included car hire and handpicked guided experiences, then cosy up with five-star hotel stays — including Sofitel Wellington and Hilton Lake Taupo. Whether you prefer to frolic among the vines and indulge at epicurean eateries or delve deep into underground caverns and soar into the crystal-clear skies, this unique self-drive adventure has something for everyone.
Be treated to the epicurean delights of Wellington with a gourmet walking tour, spoil yourself with a stay among some of New Zealand’s oldest vines in Hawke’s Bay and a 4WD safari of Cape Kidnappers. Take in a bird’s eye view of Lake Taupo during an included helicopter flight, witness the majesty of Huka Falls with a jet boat experience and marvel at the fluorescence of Footwhistle Glowworm Caves, before arriving in Auckland.
Your journey takes you to: Wellington — Napier — Taupo — Auckland.
Your package includes:
- six nights of handpicked accommodation, including two nights at the sophisticated Sofitel Wellington, two nights at The Crown Hotel in Napier and two nights at the five-star Hilton Lake Taupo
- Daily breakfast and selected dining experiences, including a three-course progressive dinner at three of Hawke’s Bay’s top-rated restaurants with paired wine tastings
- Five days of all-inclusive, full-size AWD car rental with GPS
- Helicopter flight over glittering Lake Taupo, Craters of The Moon, Wairakei geothermal valley and Huka Falls
- Scenic 90-minute cruise on Lake Taupo
- Thrilling 30-minute Huka Falls jet boat experience
- Gourmet providore walking tour of Wellington, including cheese, coffee and chocolate tastings with a two-course lunch and matched New Zealand wines
- Private guided tour of Cape Kidnappers, home to world’s largest gannet colony, with included refreshments
- Private tour of the Footwhistle Glowworm Caves in Waitomo
- Select private transfers per itinerary
- Sightseeing with expert local guides per itinerary
Valid for Travel:
Book with 100% Confidence: Right up until 60 days before departure you can enjoy unlimited, free date changes, or cancel and get a 100% credit to use at Luxury Escapes for any other Limited Time Lux Exclusive accommodation, tour or cruise offer. Excludes flights, see the Fine Print for details.
Furthermore, if you are unable to travel on your tour as a result of Government travel restrictions, even right up to the day of departure, Luxury Escapes will assist you with a date change. We can also provide you with a credit or refund for your booking (less any non-recoverable costs). See below for full terms and conditions.
For travel until 20 Apr 2023
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LOW SEASON RATE $4,279 per person
HIGH SEASON RATE $4,600 per person
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