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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


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For a guided tour including this itinerary contact Long Island Tours.

For rental car options we recommend:

• Pegasus Rentals - Vehicle support and depots nationwide.
• Airlink Rental Cars - A wide range of cars, vans and 4WD's.

Day 1 - Auckland/North Auckland

Accommodation Options:

• Portage Peninsula Hotel, Avondale (*POA)
• Braemar on Parliament Street, Auckland CBD (*from NZ$205 B&B)
• Breakfast on the Beach Luxury Waterfront Accommodation, Waiheke Island (*from NZ$400 B&B)
• Kohimarama Retreat Executive Holiday Home, Kohimarama (*POA)
• Delamore Lodge, Waiheke Island (*from NZ$894 B&B + extras)
• Abaco on Jervios Spa Accommodation, Ponsonby (*from NZ$120)
• Ellerslie International Motor Inn, Ellerslie (*from NZ$120)
• Airport Gateway Hotel, Auckland Airport (*from NZ$99)
• Calico Lodge Bed & Breakfast, Kumeu, West Auckland (*from NZ$140 B&B)
• Park Lane Motor Inn, Takapuna Beach, North Shore (*from NZ$145)
• Parklane Motor Lodge, Greenlane, Central Auckland (*from NZ$115)
• Owhanake Bay Estate, Waiheke Island (*from NZ$295 B&B)
• Umoya Lodge, Miranda, South of Auckland (*from NZ$550 B&B)
• Base Auckland Backpackers, Auckland City (*from NZ$25pp)
• Elliott Street Apartments Hotel, Auckland City (*from NZ$149)
• Scholar Apartments, Auckland City (*from NZ$65. Long stay rates available)
• Kiwi International Hotel Group, Auckland City & Auckland Airport (*from NZ$49-NZ$150)
• Takapuna Motor Lodge, Takapuna, North Shore (*from *NZ$125)
• Emerald Inn, Takapuna Beach, North Shore (*from NZ$165)
• Devonwood Cottage, Waimuku, West Auckland (*from NZ$160)
• The Boat Shed Boutique Seaside Hotel , Waiheke Island (*from NZ$520 B&B & on-island transfers)
• Quest Newmarket, Central Auckland (*from NZ$135)
• Quest on Mount, Auckland City (*from NZ$135)
• Quest on Eden, Auckland City (*from NZ$125)
• Base ACB (Auckland Central Backpackers), Auckland City (*from NZ$23)
• City Central Hotel, Auckland City (*from NZ$89)
• Lincoln Green Motor Hotel, Henderson, West Auckland (*from NZ$105)
• Spencer on Byron Hotel, Takapuna Beach, North Shore (*from NZ$197).
  

Auckland Activity Options:

Auckland

• Coast to Coast Tours - Experience the culture and nature of West Auckland, visit wineries, Muriwai Beach gannets, taste NZ honey plus more.
• Auckland's Dolphin & Whale Safari - The only Auckland operator permitted to show dolphin's & whales in their natural environment.
  
• 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.
• Tall Ship Soren Larsen - Adventure sail training cruises in the tropical islands of the South Pacific and New Zealand’s Hauraki Gulf and the Bay of Islands.
  
• 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.
• Sail NZ - Operating in Auckland and the Bay of Islands offering unique sailing adventures, including the America's Cup Sailing Experience.

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

Northland Activities

• A Perfect Day Ocean Cruise, Tutukaka - Enjoy a day on the water sightseeing the Poor Knights Islands from Tutukaka
• Kotuku Adventure Tours - Guided tours to Cape Reinga, 90 Mile Beach and the Far North from the Bay of Islands.
• 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

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

• Tribal Lights Cultural Theatre - Enjoy a traditional NZ dinner and unforgettable experiences where the theatre brings tribal and historical stories of Rotorua to life.
• The Great Kiwi Lumberjack Show - A unique 45 minute lumberjack show in a rainproof venue, fun for all ages. Also onsite farm walks. Suitable for conferences & functions.
• New Zealand Caterpillar Experience - View vintage Caterpillar® earthmovers and machinery and enjoy an insight into how New Zealand's land was changed by man and Caterpillar® machinery from the mid 19th century through to today.
• Off Road NZ - Your one stop adventure centre - U Drive 4WD, Sprint Cars, Monster 4X4 thrillride, calybird 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 5 Star 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.
• Rainbow Springs Nature Park & Kiwi Encounter - View NZ wildlife and the native Kiwi bird in a native bush setting
• 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
• Pure Dirt Bike Tours - Half, full days and multi day dirt biking tours through unique forest areas which are closed to the public.
• 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
• Walking Legends Guided Walks - Day tours and 3 & 4 day guided walking tours through Te Urewera National Park & the Lake Waikaremoana Track.
• 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.
• Adventure Kayaking - offering quality wilderness excursions on Rotorua’s most spectacular scenic lakes.
• 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.
• Whakarewarewa Volcanic Valley - New Zealand's premier Maori culture and geothermal visitor experience
• Longridge Fun Park - Excitement, action & laughter with adventure jet boating, U-Drive four wheel drives, Zespri kiwifruit and farm tours, and conference team building activities.
• Rotoiti Tours - World of Maori - Share the warmth, the emotion, the spirituality that is Maori
• Agrodome Farm Park - - The unique Rotorua experience! Sheep show and dog trial demonstrations, organic farm tours.
• 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

Hawkes Bay Accommodation Options:

• Hastings Top 10 Holiday Park, Hastings (*from NZ$30)
• DaffoDownDilly Cottage, Te Awanga (*from NZ$220 2 people)
• Cape Estate Te Awanga Downs, Te Awanga (*POA)
• Endsleigh Cottages, Havelock North (*from NZ$100)
• Mountain Valley Adventure Lodge, Napier (*from NZ$25pp)
• Lawn Cottages & Gardens, East Clive (*from NZ$180)
• Oaklands Home Accommodation, Hastings (*from NZ$140)
• Ludlow Farmstay, Otane (*from NZ$90)
• Colonial Lodge Motel, Napier (*from NZ$76)
• Cape Accommodation, Hawke's Bay (*POA)
• Waipatiki Beach Farm Park, Napier (*POA)
• Olea Cottages, Hastings (*from NZ$220)
• Tom's Cottages, Havelock North (*from NZ$200)
• Kennedy Park Top 10 Accommodation, Napier (*from NZ$40)
• Kuku Reef Beachfront Villa, Waimarama Beach (*POA)
• Tennyson Motor Inn, Napier (*from NZ$110)
• Shoreline Motel, Napier (*POA)
• Deco Bay Villa, Napier (*from NZ$150)
• Waiwhenua Farmstay & Annie's Cottage, Hastings (*from NZ$120)
• Mahia Magic Holiday Home, Mahia Peninsula (*from NZ$120)

• One Cast Fly Fishing Adventures, Hawke's Bay - Join Marlene Skeet for an authentic Maori Heritage Tour where clients enjoy a cultural experience on the Hawkes Bay rivers she knows so well.
• Hawkes Bay Opera House, Hastings - An amazing venue in the heart of Hawkes Bay, perfect for weddings, conferences, events and theatre.
• Long Island Tours - Guided tours with authentic Hawkes Bay characters, come explore Maori culture, rivers, bush, farms and the arts.
  
• Hawke's Bay Wine Country Cat, Jet & Duck, Napier - Cruise vessel offering lunch & dinner cruises as well as cruises for private functions and special events, as well as Jet boating & amphibious duck tours.
• Mountain Valley Adventure Lodge, Napier - A rural retreat offering a wide range of accommodation and activites on the Mohaka River.
• Dave Hern Fishing & Hunting Guiding Service, Waipukurau - A professional company offering a comprehensive service for the Novice Angler or Hunter to the World traveled experienced client.
  
• Gannet Safaris, Hastings - Cape Kidnappers safari experience takes you to Hawke's Bay Cape Kidnappers Gannet Colony - the world's largest, most accessible Gannet nesting place.
• Splash Planet, Hastings - The home to thrilling slides and rides as well as activities for the young and old alike who just want something a little quieter. There is something for the whole family.

• Archibald Apartments, Wellington (*from NZ$167)
• Foreshore Motor Lodge, Petone, Wellington (*from NZ$93)
• Central City Apartment Hotel, Wellington City (*from NZ$89)
• Abel Tasman Hotel, Wellington City (*from NZ$99)
• The Terrace Villas Serviced Apartments, Wellington (*from NZ$225)
• Quality Hotel on Thorndon, Wellington (*from NZ$135)
• 747 Motel Kilbirnie, Wellington (*from NZ$110)
• Bucket Tree Lodge, Tawa, Wellington (*from NZ$115)
• Lambton Court Serviced Apartments, Wellington City (*from NZ$140)
• Bella Vista Motel, Wellington (*from NZ$115)
• Base Wellington Backpackers, Wellington (*from NZ$23pp)
• Te Horo Lodge Country Estate, Kapiti Coast (*from NZ$195 B&B)
• Marina Motor Lodge, Paremata (*from NZ$99)

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

Day 15 - Kaikoura

Kaikoura Accommodation options:

Kaikoura Activity option:

• Kaikoura Fishing Charters, Kaikoura - Enjoy excellent deep sea fishing with a safe, experienced team.
• Wings Over Whales, Kaikoura - Kaikoura Whale watch by air

• Colombo in the City Motel, Christchurch (*POA)
• Camelot Motor Lodge, Christchurch (*from NZ$125)
• A Nest on Mount Pleasant, Christchurch (*from NZ$80 B&B)
• Thomas's Hotel on Hereford, Christchurch (*from NZ$ 22-$155)
• YMCA Budget Hotel, Christchurch (*from NZ$25)
• Clearview Lodge 5 Star Accommodation, Christchurch (*POA)
• Kowhai Farmstay, Oxford, 40 mins from Christchurch (*from NZ$75)
• Destination Akaroa - Akaroa information service
• Seascape-Escape Bed & Breakfast, Mt Pleasant, Christchurch (*POA)
• Glentanner Park, Mt Cook (*from NZ$13-NZ$110)
• Avon Grove Villa Bed & Breakfast, Christchurch (*from NZ$100 B&B)
• Eyrewell Downs Executive Holiday Home, Christchurch (POA)
• 298 Westside Motor Lodge, Christchurch (*from NZ$99)
• Langdon House Luxury Accommodation, Christchurch (*from NZ$350 B&B)
• Waitaitama City Retreat Fendalton, Christchurch (price on application)
• Stonehurst Accommodation, Christchurch City (*POA)
• Lyell Creek Lodge, Kaikoura (*from NZ$40)
• Denton Park Motel, Christchurch (*from NZ$110)
• Middlepark Motel, Christchurch (*from NZ$90)
• Wayside Motel, Woodend (20mins north of Christchurch) (*from NZ$75)
• Airport Gateway Motor Lodge, Christchurch (*from NZ$125)
• Addington City Motel, Christchurch (*from NZ$95)
• Raceway Motel, Christchurch (*from NZ$80)
• Base Christchurch Backpackers, Christchurch (*from NZ$26pp)
• CentrePoint on Colombo (*from NZ$105)
• City Oasis Lodge & Motel (*from NZ$20-NZ$95)
• Bishops Manor, Christchurch (*POA)
• Meadowpark Top 10 Holiday Park, Christchurch (*from NZ$45)
• Riccarton Village Inn Hotel, Christchurch (*from NZ$79)
• 306 on Riccarton Motel, Christchurch (*from NZ$105)