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21 Day New Zealand Wine Lovers Tour
Auckland - Northland OR Bay of Islands - Auckland - Rotorua - Hawke's Bay Wine Country (Napier/Hastings) - Wellington - Marlborough Wine Country (Picton/Blenheim) - Kaikoura - Christchurch/Banks Peninsula - Oamaru/Timaru/Geraldine - Dunedin - Queenstown/Wanaka/Lake Hawea

21 Day New Zealand Wine Lovers Tour
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For a guided tour including this itinerary contact Long Island Tours.

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For a guided tour using this itinerary contact Canterbury Shuttles & Tours and Ecotours and Active Planet Ltd

Day 1 - Auckland/North Auckland

Accommodation Options:

Auckland Districts

Hibiscus Coast & Rodney District, North Auckland (inc Orewa, Silverdale, Whangaparaoa Peninsula, Matakana Coast, Wellsford & Warkworth)

Auckland Activity Options:

Auckland

  • Kiwi Valley Farm Park - Fun family activities including Cafe, Feed the Animals, Farm Walks, Maze, Horse & Pony Rides and a Nursery Shed with baby farm animals
  • Explore NZ - The Ultimate Sailing Experience - America's Cup Sailing and Whale & Dolphin Watch in Auckland's Hauraki Gulf
  • Explore NZ _ Lion New Zealand - Spend your weekend exploring Auckland’s best kept secret The Hauraki Gulf on the yacht that Sir Peter Blake sailed in the Whitbread & Sydney to Hobart yacht races.
  • Fly My Sky - Daily flights to Great Barrier Island, plus great package deals available! NZ wide Sky Taxi.
  • Butterfly Creek - Auckland`s hottest new attraction hosting Australasia`s premier Tropical Butterfly House plus many more onsite family attractions.
  • Coast to Coast Tours - Experience the culture and nature of West Auckland, visit wineries, Muriwai Beach gannets, taste NZ honey plus more.
  • Gulfwind Sailing Academy & Charters - Personalised, practical and hands-on sailing charters and certified courses in the waters surrounding Auckland, "City of Sails".
  • Supa Travel Express - Door to door airport shuttle transfers Tauranga - Auckland - Hamilton - Rotorua. Charter/personalised tours. Sports clubs, weddings, corporate functions.
  • Tamaki Hikoi - Maori Guided Walk of Auckland - Guides from the Ngati Whatua tribe re-tell ancient and sacred stories on the Tamaki Hikoi - a walking tour through Auckland.
  • Luxury Airport Shuttles & Tours - Door to door shuttle service in Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga and surrounding areas, Whakatane & and Rotorua. Tours also available.
  • Skydive Auckland - Situated 40 minutes south of Auckland, enabling both first time and experienced skydivers to enjoy the 'ultimate high' in a safe, yet fun-filled environment.
  • Escape Rentals - An award winning campervan hire company providing economical travel within New Zealand.
  • Extreme Motor Homes - Your one-stop-shop for finding the right New Zealand campervan rental for you, offering you Extreme discounts!

Hibiscus Coast & Rodney District, North Auckland (inc Orewa, Whangaparaoa Peninsula, Matakana Coast, Wellford & Warkworth)

Day 2 & 3 - Northland/Bay of Islands

Northland Accommodation

Northland Activities

  • Skydive Zone Bay of Islands - Skydive in the Bay of Islands with Skydive Zone, the fast growing and warmest dropzone's in New Zealand
  • A Perfect Day Ocean Cruise, Tutukaka - Enjoy a day on the water sightseeing the Poor Knights Islands from Tutukaka
  • Dive! Tutukaka - Dive the Poor Knights Islands and the wrecks Tui and Waikato with Dive! Tutukaka.
  • Sand Safaris Cape Reinga Tours, Kaitaia - Experience the wonders of the Far North, and visit some of the most popular attractions such as 90 Mile Beach, Cape Reinga and Gumdiggers Park & Ancient Buried Kauri Forest.
  • Archibald Rentals - Based in Kaitaia in the Winterless North, specialising in providing auto rentals that cater for long or short term visitors to New Zealand
Bay of Islands Accommodation
Bay of Islands Activities
  • Skydive Zone Bay of Islands - Skydive in the Bay of Islands with Skydive Zone, the fast growing and warmest dropzone's in New Zealand
  • Explore NZ - The Ultimate Sailing Experience - Day sailing in the Bay of Islands, Dolphin Eco Venture & Hole in the Rock Tours.
  • Straycat Charters - Join us for a relaxing and personalised Bay of Islands day sail aboard Straycat, a 10.4m very stable catamaran, based at Paihia
  • Cool Change Charters - Cool Change is an awesome 54 ft sailing catamaran, offering you a totally unique way to experience New Zealand's world famous Bay of Islands.
  • Go Birdz - Campervan, rental car and scooter hire in the Bay of Islands
  • Kotuku Adventure Tours - Guided tours to Cape Reinga, 90 Mile Beach and the Far North from the Bay of Islands.
  • Russell Booking & Information Centre - For FREE BOOKINGS and advice on all your tours, activities, cruises and accommodation in the Bay of Islands
  • Paihia Dive HQ - Experts at taking divers to the Bay of Islands and Rainbow Warrior safely but with a sense of adventure.
  • Dive HQ Bay of Islands - Enjoy the wonders of the underwater diving shipwrecks and viewing stunning underwater scenery.
  • Adventure Company - Horseback riding, ATV quad bike tours and off road Go-Kart trails for family holiday adventures in the scenic Bay of Islands.
  • Waka Taia-Mai Tours - Experience the spirituality of a Maori canoe journey in the Bay of Islands and be part of an unforgettable cultural experience. Tours to Ngawha Mineral Hot Springs also available.
  • Skydive Bay of Islands - Experience the thrill of a tandem skydive in the scenic Bay of Islands, Northland's adventure playground.
  • Dolphin Discoveries - Dolphin swimming & watching and Eco Tours in the Bay of Islands

Day 4 - Auckland
Overnight Auckland. Accommodation options as above.

Day 5 - Rotorua

Rotorua Accommodation options:

Rotorua Activity options:

  • Te Po Indigenous Maori Experience - Te Puia’s new evening cultural experience - a feast of cultural storytelling, entertainment and Maori kai
  • Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park - Experience up close encounters with native New Zealand animals and flora & fauna, including a Kiwi bird sanctuary and trout pools
  • Te Urewera Treks, Rotorua - Unique eco-cultural wilderness treks venturing into the incredibly remote indigenous podocarp and beech forests of Te Urewera and Whirinaki.
  • Tribal Lights Cultural Theatre - Enjoy a traditional NZ dinner and unforgettable experiences where the theatre brings tribal and historical stories of Rotorua to life.
  • Off Road NZ - Your one stop adventure centre - U Drive 4WD, Sprint Cars, Monster 4X4 thrillride, claybird shooting, golf, archery.
  • Waikite Valley Thermal Pools and the Pukeko in a Ponga Tree BYO Cafe - Bathing and Dining with a difference.
  • Agroventures, Rotorua - Adventure activities in one location - Rotorua Bungy, Rotorua Swoop, Agrojet, Freefall Xtreme, Shweeb.
  • Kaitiaki Adventures, Rotorua - White water sledging and white water rafting adventure tours on many Rotorua rivers including Kaituna, Rangitaiti & Wairoa.
  • Rotorua Travel Ltd - The only dedicated tourism company specialising in combined sightseeing of attractions based in Rotorua.
  • Hot Spotz Luxury Shuttle - Day tours to all destinations, airport pick-ups, charters for weddings, special occasions and corporate functions.
  • Waimangu Volcanic Valley - Walk through craters and take a boat cruise on the volcanic crater Lake Rotomahana to view amazing geothermal activity.
  • Wet n Wild Rafting - Specialising in white water rafting day trips on the Kaituna, Rangitaiki, Lower Rangitaiki and Wairoa rivers, and in multi-day rafting expeditions, that include a range of overnight to five day expeditions on the Motu and Upper and Lower Mohaka Rivers.
  • Hells Gate & Wai Ora Spa - New Zealand's only mud bath spa complex
  • Mitai Maori Experience - A close up and personal Maori cultural experience
  • NZONE Skydiving - Experience the thrill and excitement of a parachute jump above Rotorua
  • The Buried Village - New Zealand's 1886 Mt Tarawera Eruption, Excavation, History and Gallery Museum
  • Planet Bike - Mountain bike hire, tours and adventure combos in the scenic Whakarewarewa Forest.
  • Helipro - Offering a selection of exciting and innovative scenic flight and charter options by helicopter in Rotorua and the Bay of Plenty.
  • Agrojet - New Zealand's Fastest jetboating experience! Experience G-Forces not unlike Formula ONE Race Cars!
  • Volcanic Air Safaris - Scenic air tours by float plane or helicopter, providing the opportunity to overview the spectacular natural features of Rotorua
  • The Landing - Lake Tarawera - Casual lakeside dining with Mt Tarawera as a backdrop, plus a base for boat cruises and many lake activities.
  • Mountain Action - 4x4 quad bike tours and horse riding through breathtaking native bush along the slopes of Mt Ngongotaha.
  • Realm of Tane - Taking you on an extraordinary journey through Maori culture, mythology and our story of creation.
  • Supa Travel Express - Door to door airport shuttle transfers Tauranga - Auckland - Hamilton - Rotorua. Charter/personalised tours. Sports clubs, weddings, corporate functions.
  • Tamaki Maori Village - The cultural experience the world is talking about. Journey back in time to a Pre-European lifestyle experience of customs and traditions.
  • Action New Zealand - All weather action attraction plus many team building activities.
  • Orakei Korako Cave & Thermal Park - Located between Taupo & Rotorua. Often described as the most interesting and picturesque geothermal area in NZ.
  • New Zealand Riverjet - New Zealand's premier, and ONLY thermal eco safari! Conveniently sited between Taupo & Rotorua.
  • Luxury Airport Shuttles & Tours - Door to door shuttle service in Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga and surrounding areas, Whakatane & and Rotorua. Tours also available.
  • Spring Loaded Fun Park - Excitement, action & laughter with adventure jet boating, U-Drive four wheel drives, Zespri kiwifruit and farm tours, and conference team building activities.
  • Te Puia Maori Arts & Crafts Institute - New Zealand's premier Maori culture and geothermal visitor experience
  • Rotorua Duck Tours - A sightseeing adventure onboard a WWII amphibious vehicle able to travel on land and water!
  • Rotorua Museum - discover the essence of Rotorua; its people, culture and volcanic landscape
  • Kawarau Jet - An endless range of jetboating combo's and adventures

Day 6, 7, 8 & 9 - Hawke's Bay (Napier/Hastings)

Hawkes Bay Accommodation Options:

Hawkes Bay Activities
Enjoy lunch and wine tasting at one of the many vineyards in this area, and choose from the following activity options:

Day 10 - Wellington

Wellington Accommodation Options:

Day 12, 13 & 14 - Marlborough (Picton/Blenheim) - Just 10 minutes drive between Picton & Blenheim. Catch the interislander ferry from Wellington to Picton

Picton/Blenheim Accommodation Options

Picton/Blenheim Activities
Enjoy lunch and wine tasting at one of the many vineyards in this area, and choose from the following activity options:

  • Straw Lodge Vineyard Accommodation, Blenheim - Guests of the Straw Lodge can enjoy a day of wine tasting on a personalised route by use of complimentary off road bikes.
  • Compass Charters, Picton - Self-drive and skippered sailboats or powerboats available for hire in the beautiful Marlborough Sounds.
  • Endeavour Express, Picton - Fast & friendly boat service calling regularly at: Furneaux Lodge, Punga Cove and Endeavour Resort. Also at holiday cottages and homes and in the Outer Sound.
  • Picton Launch Charters, Picton - Join us on the 42 foot MV Waiwiri for fishing and day trips through the beautiful Marlborough Sounds, taking in the Queen Charlotte Sounds and the Tory Channel.

Day 15 - Kaikoura

Kaikoura Accommodation options:

Kaikoura Activity option:

Day 16 & 17 - Christchurch/Banks Peninsula

Christchurch/Banks Peninsula Accommodation Options:

Christchurch/Banks Peninsula Activity options:
Day 18 - Timaru/Geraldine OR Oamaru

Timaru/Geraldine Accommodation Options

Oamaru Accommodation Options

Oamaru Activities

Day 19 - Dunedin

Dunedin Accommodation Options:

Things to see & do in Dunedin

Day 20 & 21 - Wanaka/Lake Hawea/Queenstown
Spend 2 nights in this area. Your choice of the duration of your stay in Wanaka, Lake Hawea and Queenstown.

Wanaka/Lake Hawea Accommodation

Things to See & Do in Wanaka & Lake Hawea

  • Totally Tourism - Quality New Zealand sightseeing & adventure activities
  • Wanaka River Journeys, Wanaka - Experience jetboating and helicopter tours through Lord of the Rings locations, watched over by Avalanche Glacier and Tititea (Mount Aspiring).
  • Lakeland Adventures, Wanaka - Choose from a selection of quality activities surrounded by stunning scenery in Lake Wanaka. Enjoy jet boating, guided trout & salmon fishing, and luxury yacht charters.
  • Southern Alps Air & Siberia Experience, Wanaka - Milford Sound, Mount Cook and Mt Aspiring scenic flights as well as the Siberia Experience hiking trip with hunting and fishing options available.
  • Alpine Kayak Guides, Wanaka - Fun, scenic and safe kayaking trips and instructional courses on local Wanaka Rivers from October to April. Experience first hand the thrill of kayaking from a relaxed introduction to a full-on day of paddling.
  • Wanaka RentaCar, Wanaka - Short or long term hires in the Wanaka region , from small economical runabouts, mid-size and touring cars to 4WD and 8 seat people carriers.
  • Cardrona Adventure Park, Wanaka - Quad bike (ATV) safaris in the historic Gold Mining area of the Cardrona Valley, Wanaka - Queenstown.
  • Cardrona Adventure Park, Wanaka - See awesome Monster Truck stunts and record breaking jumps at this international stunt show - the only one of it's kind in the world!
  • NZ Back Country Saddle Expeditions, Wanaka - Horse trekking adventures in the Cardrona Valley tussock covered high country, taking in the Cardrona River.
  • Inside New Zealand Wilderness Adventures, Makarora, Wanaka - Experience fast-paced shallow water jet boating, thrilling scenic helicopter rides, classic backcountry bush walks, hunting, fishing and exclusive heli-skiing, all within the stunning World Heritage listed Mount Aspiring National Park.

Queenstown Accommodation options:

Queenstown Activity options:
  • Totally Tourism - Quality New Zealand sightseeing & adventure activities
  • RD Tours, Queenstown - Discover Remote Alpine & High Country - small group guided tour specialists for Queenstown, Glenorchy, Catlins and Milford Sound.
  • Rippled Earth Kayaking, Queenstown - Two great kayaking tours leaving from Glenorchy's shores at the head of Lake Wakatipu, only 40 minutes from Queenstown
  • Stu Dever Fishing Charters, Queenstown - Fishing charters on Lake Wakatipu with an experienced guide with an uncanny ability to sense fish and create exciting fishing experiences
  • Ultimate Hikes, Queenstown & Te Anau - Guided day walking tours of the renowned Routeburn Track from Queenstown and the world famous Milford Track from Te Anau.
  • Shotover Jet, Queesntown - The only company permitted to operate in the spectacular Shotover River Canyons, hold tight for the world famous Shotover Jet full 360º spins!
  • Dart River Jet Safaris, Queenstown - Choose from three exciting Dart River Jet Safaris, each utilising the classic Kiwi invention of the jet boat to take you to snow-capped mountains, ancient forests, waterfalls and glacial valleys frozen in time.
  • Actionflite Aerobatics, Queenstown - Imagine strapping into the passenger seat of one of the finest, high performance aerobatic aircraft ever built, the Pitts Special.
  • Break One Clay Target Sports, Queenstown - Let our experienced, professional shooters guide you in the popular sport of clay target shooting.
  • Mad Dog River Boarding, Queenstown - River board your way down the infamous Kawarau Gorge rapids for an extreme adrenalin adventure.
  • Heliworks Helicopters, Queenstown - Scenic flights in and around Queenstown and Fiordland including Milford Sound or even deeper into the Fiordland to Dusky Sound and Doubtful Sound.
  • JAG Air, Queenstown - Experience adrenaline fueled adventure, aerobatic, acrobatic flights in our Pitts Special Bi plane!
  • Real Journeys, Queenstown, Fiordland & Stewart Island - Providing a range of quality tourism excursions offering authentic experiences among some of the most stunning scenery in New Zealand.
  • Southern Wings Charters, Invercargill - Offering visitors to Southern New Zealand a range of "Discovery" scenic flights to the Catlins Coast, Fiordland and Stewart Island.
  • Milford Sound BBQ Bus, Te Anau & Queenstown - Sit back and relax in our comfortable, modern coach and take in the experience of a personal tour of Milford Sound.
  • Eco Tours, Queenstown - Come and join our Eco Experience to Milford Sound
  • Cruize Milford, Milford Sound - Providing personal friendly service and uncrowded Milford Sound boat cruises.
  • Topline Tours, Te Anau & Queenstown - Providing an all year round first class shuttle service for travellers, between Te Anau and Queenstown and return and tour charters throughout the South Island
  • Mitre Peak Cruises, Milford Sound - Specilaizing in cruises to Milford Sound, an up close and personal view of one of the worlds most spectacular settings
  • Fat Tyre Adventures Ltd - Ride the best mountain biking New Zealand has on offer around Queenstown, guided single track, Cross Country and Free Ride mountain biking over some of the most scenic mountain biking trails.
  • nzski.com - New Zealand's Premiere Skiing & Snowboarding Areas - Coronet Peak, The Remarkables & Mt Hutt
  • Sail Queenstown - A unique opportunity to sail an America's Cup boat on Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown's only sailing experience!
  • Air Milford, Queenstown - Experience New Zealand flightseeing at its best with exclusive flight seeing tours of Doubtful Sound, Queenstown, Mt Cook and the Catlins
  • NZONE Skydiving - "the ultimate jump'". Tandem skydiving adventures in Queenstown & Rotorua
  • Air Fiordland - Take a scenic flight with Air Fiordland to iconic Milford Sound, as well as flights to the Glaciers, Doubtful Sound, Mt Cook, Lord of the Rings tours & private charters.
  • Cardrona Adventure Park - Several activities available for the whole family, a wide variety of Quad Bikes, Buggy and Monster Truck rides to suit all, from beginners to intermediate to the outright adrenalin junkie.

Day 21 - Return to Christchurch for your International departure or Domestic departures from Queenstown Airport.

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