The Endless Shores
Fall in love with New Zealand on this seven-day guided tour. See Wellington your way, choosing between an insider’s tour of the city with a Local Expert or a guided hike through Zealandia — the world’s first fully fenced urban ecosanctuary. Travel past the dairy country of Manawatu to Hawke’s Bay, where you’ll enjoy an exclusive wine tasting at one of the country’s world-renowned wineries. In Rotorua, walk the Redwoods Treewalk — a maze of forested suspension bridges — and visit a working kiwi nursery and hatchery to learn more about the iconic flightless bird. Savour a flavourful Māori hāngī feast, made from food cooked in the ground using geothermal steam. Descend into the Waitomo Cave to see glow-worms illuminate the caverns, then toast your trip with a celebration dinner in Auckland.
- 13 Dec 2026 – 20 Dec 2026
from $7,303 pp twin share * - 31 Jan 2027 – 07 Feb 2027
from $7,303 pp twin share * - 28 Feb 2027 – 07 Mar 2027
from $7,303 pp twin share * - 21 Mar 2027 – 28 Mar 2027
from $7,303 pp twin share * - 12 Dec 2027 – 19 Dec 2027
from $7,520 pp twin share * - 30 Jan 2028 – 06 Feb 2028
from $7,520 pp twin share * - 27 Feb 2028 – 05 Mar 2028
from $7,520 pp twin share * - 19 Mar 2028 – 26 Mar 2028
from $7,520 pp twin share * - 02 Apr 2028 – 09 Apr 2028
from $7,520 pp twin share *
* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.
Itinerary
- Day 1 – Welcome to Wellington:
On arrival at Wellington International Airport you’ll be driven by complimentary transfer to your hotel. Spend some time at leisure to relax or explore on your own. This evening, meet your Travel Concierge and get to know your fellow travellers over dinner. - Day 2 – Wellington Sightseeing:
Today personalise your day. Choose from the the urban eco-sanctuary of Zealandia/Te Māra a Tāne or discover the stunning waterfront and hidden lanes of Wellington with a local expert. - Day 3 – Wellington to Hawke’s Bay:
Wind your way through the pastoral dairy farming land of Manawatū to Napier in Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand’s Art Deco capital and world-renowned wine country. This evening savour a tasting and dinner at family-owned Craggy Range Winery in the shadow of Te Mata Peak. Sample the region’s premium wines Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir while dining on Head Chef Casey McDonald’s signature seasonal Hawke’s Bay produce from their award-winning restaurant. After a sumptuous evening, relax in your plush room decorated with original local artwork in your boutique hotel in charming Havelock North Village. - Day 4 – Exploring Napier:
Partake in a Gannet safari for a rare encounter with the world’s largest gannet colony. Your participation on Gannet Overland Safaris contributes to our MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® initiative: TTC makes a donation on behalf of each guest to the Cape Sanctuary. Their amazing team is made up of over 300 volunteers that are giving their time to restore our beautiful land and replant grasses and natives to support the return of our wildlife. Take in Napier’s art deco architecture with a Local Expert in a vintage car, another MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. - Day 5 – Geothermal Rotorua:
Continue your journey to Rotorua, where this afternoon, armed with a packed lunch, you’ll join a local guide for a cultural walking eco-tour to discover the Jurassic Whirinaki Forest, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. - Day 6 – The Sights of Rotorua:
Unveil the sights of Rotorua viewing the 120-yearold Californian Coastal Redwoods of Whakarewarewa Forest at Redwoods Treewalk. Crossing 28 suspension bridges from 65 feet above ground, feeling like one of the native birds sweeping through the forest. Learn more about the “local residents” going behind the scenes on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at the National Kiwi Hatchery Aotearoa. Understand how this working kiwi nursery and hatchery is leading the conservation efforts of the national icon and perhaps see a newly hatched kiwi chick. Tonight, visit Te Pā Tū for insights into the local rituals and traditions of fascinating Māori culture with a celebration of the abundant harvest of the season, and explore concepts, rituals and stories of ancient warfare and peace in an amalgamation of culture and cuisine. Enjoy a special three-course feast with aperitif. - Day 7 – Rotorua to Auckland:
Your final full day finds you embarking on an exclusive, private guided tour of Waitomo Cave on a five-star Eco Glow Worm experience at Caveworld. Your guide sets the scene for an underground cave experience where you will see glow worms, cave formations and appreciate the beauty of Footwhistle Cave. Then you’re off to Auckland for a tour showcasing bustling Queen Street and the striking Auckland Harbour Bridge before you’re treated to a farewell dinner to remember. - Day 8 – Farewell Auckland:
After one final breakfast, say farewell to your Wellington-to-Auckland luxury tour as you are chauffeured to Auckland Airport.
Highlights
- Insider tour of Wellington or guided hike through Zealandia.
- Exclusive wine tasting in Hawke’s Bay.
- Redwoods Treewalk and kiwi nursery visit in Rotorua.
Fall in love with New Zealand on this seven-day guided tour. See Wellington your way, choosing between an insider’s tour of the city with a Local Expert or a guided hike through Zealandia — the world’s first fully fenced urban ecosanctuary. Travel past the dairy country of Manawatu to Hawke’s Bay, where you’ll enjoy an exclusive wine tasting at one of the country’s world-renowned wineries. In Rotorua, walk the Redwoods Treewalk — a maze of forested suspension bridges — and visit a working kiwi nursery and hatchery to learn more about the iconic flightless bird. Savour a flavourful Māori hāngī feast, made from food cooked in the ground using geothermal steam. Descend into the Waitomo Cave to see glow-worms illuminate the caverns, then toast your trip with a celebration dinner in Auckland.
Inclusions
- Choose between two carefully selected activities.
- Wellington: Discover the stunning waterfront and the hidden laneways in the bohemian area of the heritage Cuba Street precinct.
- Once dimly lit back alleys, these newly rejuvenated laneways are now home to some of the country’s funkiest bars, boutiques, and breweries.
- Admire panoramic views of the city from the Wellington cable car.
- Wellington: Zealandia is the world’s first fully-fenced urban ecosanctuary, with an extraordinary vision to restore a Wellington valley’s forest and freshwater ecosystems as closely as possible to their pre-human state.
- The 500+ acre ecosanctuary is a groundbreaking conservation project that has reintroduced 18 species of native wildlife back into the area.
FAQs
- InterContinental Wellington
- JW Marriott Auckland.
- Porters Boutique Hotel, Hawke’s Bay.
- Pullman Rotorua.
How long is this journey?
This itinerary runs for 8 days and 7 nights.
When can I travel?
Departures are currently scheduled between 13 Dec 2026 and 09 Apr 2028, subject to live availability.
Are there different departure options?
Yes, multiple departures may be available depending on your preferred travel period.
Are discounts available?
Seasonal or loyalty discounts may be available on selected departures at the time of enquiry.
What is generally included?
Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.
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