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Private Travel
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Self-drive
16 Days & 15 Nights
Lead-in price: £5995
Traverse New Zealand at your own pace on this self-drive itinerary, staying in some of the country’s finest accommodation, each with their own charm and plush features. These exclusive properties provide easy access to many of New Zealand’s highlights but are located away from the busier tourist areas. Stays are complemented by superb food, wine, service and facilities.
The Cox & Kings signature experiences
- Stay in remarkable locations amid dramatic scenery, away from the main tourist areas
- Explore the beauty of Fiordland National Park on an optional scenic helicopter flight
- Wine-tasting excursions in Hawke's Bay
- Search for whales on a cruise through the waters of Kaikoura
- Take the Interislander ferry from North Island to South Island through the remarkable scenery of Marlborough Sounds
- Stay in luxury accommodation
Tour variations
Luxury Private Tour in brief
Days 1-2: Auckland / Waiheke IslandOn arrival in Auckland, you will be met and transferred to the Marino Ridge luxury hosted accommodation on Waiheke Island for a peaceful 2-night stay. (N) (B)
Day 3: TaupoCollect your hire car downtown and drive to the lakeside town of Taupo in the centre of North Island. Stay at Huka Lodge for 2 nights, set among stunning scenery with lakes, forests and waterfalls nearby. (B, D)
Day 4: TaupoDay at leisure to explore the lodge’s manicured gardens, or take a scenic helicopter flight over the Kaimanawa Ranges followed by a cruise on Lake Taupo, the largest lake in New Zealand. (B, D)
Day 5: Hawke's BayDrive along the Thermal Explorer Highway towards the award-winning wine region of Hawke’s Bay. Check in for 2 nights at The Farm at Cape Kidnappers, set above almost 2,500 hectares of pasture land with 180-degree views of the Pacific Ocean. (B, D)
Day 6: Hawke's BayTake advantage of your time in New Zealand’s second largest wine-growing region with a visit to some of the 70 local wineries. Options include a short shared wine-tasting excursion, or private tour taking you into the cellars of some of the country’s finest vineyards. (B, D)
Day 7: Kapiti CoastDrive to the Kapiti coast for an overnight stay at Greenmantle Estate, situated just 40km from Wellington. Enjoy an indulgent afternoon tea at the estate with a range of delicious sweet and savoury snacks. (B)
Day 8: Marlborough SoundsBoard the Interislander ferry to South Island, passing the breathtaking Marlborough Sounds en route. On arrival, take a water taxi to the Bay of Many Coves resort for a 2-night stay. (B)
Day 9: Marlborough SoundsOptions today include a hike along the worldrenowned Queen Charlotte Track or kayaking along the coastline in search of secluded beaches. (B)
Day 10: KaikouraReturn to the mainland by water taxi, then drive along the spectacular east coast towards Kaikoura for a 2-night stay at Hapuku Lodge and Treehouses. This contemporary country lodge has suite accommodation in the main lodge, or luxury treehouses set 30 feet above the ground. (B, D)
Day 11: KaikouraDiscover the rich marine life in the local waters by taking a cruise in search of whales, dolphins and albatross. (B, D)
Day 12: Christchurch • Fly to Queenstown •Te AnauDrive to Christchurch to catch a short flight to Queenstown. Collect a new hire car and drive west to Te Anau for a 2-night stay at the Fiordland Lodge, located at the gateway to some of the most dramatic scenery in New Zealand. (B, D)
Day 13: Fiordland National ParkExplore the natural beauty of the Fiordland National Park by foot, kayak or cruise. (B, D)
Day 14: QueenstownDrive past lakeside vistas on the gentle route to Queenstown and stay 2 nights at Matakauri Lodge. Relax this evening on the shore of Lake Wakatipu with stunning views of The Remarkables mountain range. (B, D)
Day 15: QueenstownDay at leisure. Optional pre-bookable excursions include a visit to a working sheep farm, horse riding through glacier-fed rivers and tours into the pristine Dart river valley. (B, D)
Day 16: Onward travelReturn your hire car to the airport this morning and fly home, or continue your holiday. (B)
Meal basisAs per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
Important information Flights:International flights are not included with this itinerary. For flight options and prices, please contact your Cox & Kings travel consultant.
Private transfersThis itinerary can be arranged using private transfers by chauffeured car or helicopter between properties. Please ask your consultant for details.
Luxury tourFeaturing some of the most luxurious accommodation throughout the tour. Prices are based on the standard category, unless indicated otherwise.
Tailor-made travel:For a price quote based on alternative accommodation standards, to discuss flight options or to tailor this itinerary, please call to speak with a Cox & Kings consultant or enquire online.
Luxury private tour accommodation
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The Farm at Cape Kidnappers
Located in beautiful Hawke's Bay, The Farm at Cape Kidnappers is set on a 2,400-hectare working sheep and cattle station. This luxurious farm-style lodge blends naturally into its unspoilt environment, offering traditional rural charm and exceptional comfort. Each suite has a private balcony with 180-degree panoramic views of the farm and the Pacific Ocean. The 4-bedroom Owner's Cottage includes a large living room with stone fireplace, an open kitchen and a dining area. Stays include breakfast, dinner and pre-dinner drinks daily and non-alcoholic minibar drinks.
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Huka Lodge
Set within 6 hectares of manicured grounds on the banks of the Waikato river, Huka Lodge is just 300 metres upstream from Huka Falls. Built in the 1920s as a simple fishing lodge, Huka Lodge has been transformed over the years to become one of New Zealand's most luxurious lodges. Just metres from the riverbank, the suites and cottages have elegant decor and all feature private terraces overlooking the water. Stays include breakfast, dinner and pre-dinner drinks daily.
Dates & prices
NZL2022
Guideline Prices
Low season from £5995 per person
High season from £9395 per person
Vaccination Travel Policy
All clients must be fully vaccinated before travelling with us on a Cox & Kings (C&K)
group tour. This means that a customer must have received their full two doses of the
COVID‑19 vaccination at least 14 days before travelling with us. This does not apply
to our private tours or tailor-made travel. If you have any questions please call us
or visit our FAQs page on our website here
Flexible Prices & Itineraries
For a quote based on alternative accommodation standards or flight options, or to tailor this
itinerary, please call 020 7873 5000
or
send an email enquiry
Guaranteed Departures Where a tour date has ‘yes’ listed, this tour is guaranteed to run.
For all other departure dates, once the minimum number of people booked has been reached, this tour is also guaranteed to run. Our sales consultants will be able to advise how many people are booked for your chosen date at the time of enquiry, giving you the confidence to book safe in the knowledge your tour will go ahead.
Terms & Conditions Guaranteed departures will run except in the circumstances where travel to the destination is advised against by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) or entry restrictions relating to COVID-19 preclude travel.
Additional InformationPlease call 020 7873 5000 for more information or to make a booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
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- • Accommodation in luxurious lodges
• Arrival transfer in an air-conditionedvehicle
• 14 days’ car hire in a compactautomatic car
•15 breakfasts & 10 dinners
Destinations on this tour
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