Epic Aotearoa: New Zealand’s Wild & Cultural Wonders

From Maori Legends to Alpine Heights

Duration

8 Days

Price guide

$7250 PP

Cities

Auckland, Rotorua, Queenstown, Milford Sound

Duration

8 Days

Price guide

$7250 PP

Cities

Auckland, Rotorua, Queenstown, Milford Sound

Overview

Sail, soak, and soar across New Zealand’s North and South Islands on this high-energy, culturally immersive itinerary. From Auckland’s glittering harbor to Rotorua’s geothermal wonders and Queenstown’s alpine adventures, each day unfolds with breathtaking beauty and spirited encounters.
overlooking island

Itinerary Details

Day 1
Arrival in Auckland
Begin your journey in the City of Sails. Travel along the west coast to black sand beaches and rainforest-covered cliffs before settling into urban comfort.
Day 1 Auckland 15
Day 2
Sailing & Maori EncountersSailing & Maori Encounters
Tour Auckland’s parks and Viaduct Harbour before boarding an America’s Cup yacht. Experience a blend of adventure and culture with a Maori performance onboard.Tour Auckland’s parks and Viaduct Harbour before boarding an America’s Cup yacht. Experience a blend of adventure and culture with a Maori performance onboard.
Day 2 Auckland 15
Day 3
Through Middle-Earth to Rotorua
Travel through the verdant hills of, stopping in Hobbiton before arriving in Rotorua—home to bubbling geothermal pools and rich Maori heritage.
Day 3 Te Puia 15

Custom trips with TGG

We design one-of-a-kind journeys incorporating luxury in all its forms. Our bespoke trips include:

Day 4
Hot Springs & Kiwi Conservation
Relax in Lake Tarawera’s hot springs and marvel at geysers in Te Puia. Then, enjoy privileged access to the National Kiwi Hatchery for a close encounter with this beloved native bird.
Day 4 lake-tarawera-15
Day 5
To Queenstown’s Adventure Hub
Fly to Queenstown and explore the Southern Alps' edge. Visit AJ Hackett’s bungee bridge and the heritage gold town of Arrowtown.
Day 5 AJ Hackett 15
Day 6
Heli Over Milford Sound
Take to the skies on a thrilling helicopter ride over fjords and waterfalls before cruising through the majestic Milford Sound with a naturalist guide.
Day 6 Doubtful-Sound
Day 7
Vintners & Visionaries
Tour a wine cave in the Gibbston Valley, sampling local vintages. Later, visit the home and gallery of a celebrated local artist for a private encounter with creativity.
Day 7 Gibbston Valley wine 15
Day 8
Departure from Queenstown
Conclude your epic journey with a scenic breakfast before your private transfer to the airport.
Day 8 Queenstown 15

Itinerary Details

Day 1
Arrival in Auckland
Begin your journey in the City of Sails. Travel along the west coast to black sand beaches and rainforest-covered cliffs before settling into urban comfort.
Day 1 Auckland 15
Day 2
Sailing & Maori EncountersSailing & Maori Encounters
Tour Auckland’s parks and Viaduct Harbour before boarding an America’s Cup yacht. Experience a blend of adventure and culture with a Maori performance onboard.Tour Auckland’s parks and Viaduct Harbour before boarding an America’s Cup yacht. Experience a blend of adventure and culture with a Maori performance onboard.
Day 2 Auckland 15
Day 3
Through Middle-Earth to Rotorua
Travel through the verdant hills of, stopping in Hobbiton before arriving in Rotorua—home to bubbling geothermal pools and rich Maori heritage.
Day 3 Te Puia 15

Custom trips with TGG

We design one-of-a-kind journeys incorporating luxury in all its forms. Our bespoke trips include:

Day 4
Hot Springs & Kiwi Conservation
Relax in Lake Tarawera’s hot springs and marvel at geysers in Te Puia. Then, enjoy privileged access to the National Kiwi Hatchery for a close encounter with this beloved native bird.
Day 4 lake-tarawera-15
Day 5
To Queenstown’s Adventure Hub
Fly to Queenstown and explore the Southern Alps' edge. Visit AJ Hackett’s bungee bridge and the heritage gold town of Arrowtown.
Day 5 AJ Hackett 15
Day 6
Heli Over Milford Sound
Take to the skies on a thrilling helicopter ride over fjords and waterfalls before cruising through the majestic Milford Sound with a naturalist guide.
Day 6 Doubtful-Sound
Day 7
Vintners & Visionaries
Tour a wine cave in the Gibbston Valley, sampling local vintages. Later, visit the home and gallery of a celebrated local artist for a private encounter with creativity.
Day 7 Gibbston Valley wine 15
Day 8
Departure from Queenstown
Conclude your epic journey with a scenic breakfast before your private transfer to the airport.
Day 8 Queenstown 15

Accommodations

Where You
Could Stay

Park Hyatt Auckland 15
Auckland
Park Hyatt
Solitaire Lodge Rotorua 15
Rotorua
Solitaire Lodge
Matakauri Lodge, Queenstown
Queenstown
Matakauri Lodge
Solitaire Lodge Rotorua 15
Rotorua
Solitaire Lodge
Matakauri Lodge, Queenstown
Queenstown
Matakauri Lodge

Why Us

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Impeccable Service

Enjoy expert care that begins before takeoff and continues long after you return. We handle every element with attention, discretion, and ease.

Insider Access

Step into a world of exclusive access shaped by relationships, not algorithms. From private guides to closed-door experiences, we curate rare moments that connect you to the heart of each destination.

Global Support

Travel with confidence knowing your global concierge team is quietly managing every detail behind the scenes, from before you depart to the moment you return home with memories for a lifetime.