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North Island - 9 days

North Island & South Island - 12 days

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North Island – 9 days

Day 1: Auckland

On arrival at Auckland Airport your host will take you to your hotel by luxury mini coach. Relax on your balcony and while sipping a glass of wine enjoy majestic views of Auckland Harbour.  A limousine will take you to one of Auckland’s most famous restaurants to wine & dine on some of the best that our country has to offer. Afterwards, mix with the other guests who will be joining you on tour. After dinner there will be a presentation of your complimentary tour merchandise pack, afterwards you will return to your hotel by limousine. 

Stay at:  Hilton Hotel, a five-star hotel nestled right on the edge of the water. www.hilton.co.nz

Dine at:  Soul Bar & Bistro, Auckland Viaduct. www.soulbar.co.nz

Day 2: Auckland

Visit Kelly Tarlton’s Antarctic Encounter & Underwater World. If you want to “live life to the full” try a bungee jump from the sky tower or Auckland Harbour Bridge.

Stay at:  Hilton Auckland www.hilton.co.nz

 

Dine at:  Pure Restaurant, Auckland

Day 3: Bay of Islands

After breakfast in the Hilton, we drive to the beautiful Bay of Islands where yachts and cruise boats sail past fabulous tropical islands as dolphins leap through crystal clear waters.

Stay at:  Edgewater Palms Apartments, Bay of Islands.
 

Dine at:  Wharepuke Restaurant www.foodatwharepuke.co.nz

Day 4: Bay of Islands

Begins with breakfast while enjoying the magnificent scenery from our beach front apartment of cruise boats & yachts on the beautiful Bay of Islands harbour.

We then drive to the spectacular Kauri Cliffs course, where we play the course which is rated #30 in the world outside USA.
 

Kauri Cliffs was designed and built by David Harman of Golf Course Consultants, Orlando, Florida. The par 72 championship golf course measures 7,119 yards/6,510 metres and offers five sets of tees to challenge every skill level.

Fifteen holes view the Pacific Ocean, six of which are played alongside cliffs which plunge to the sea. The beautiful inland holes wind through marsh, forest and farmland.

 

Stay at:  Edgewater Palms Apartments

 

Dine at:  Kauri Cliff Lodge restaurant

Day 5: Bay of Islands / Hawkes Bay

A non-golfing day. We fly from Kerikeri to Napier. This area is renowned for producing some of New Zealands finest wines. After lunch enjoy a glass or two of some of Hawkes Bay's famous sauvignon blanc & merlot.
 

Stay at:  Scenic Circle Hotel www.scenichotelgroup.co.nz

 

Dine at:  Pacifica Restaurant www.pacificarestaurant.com

Day 6: Hawkes Bay

After a hearty breakfast we look forward to playing Cape Kidnappers course.

Cape Kidnappers designed by legendary golf architect Tom Doak, the par 71 golf course.
Measures 7,119yards (6,510metres) and will challenge golfers of all skills and levels.

Completed in 2004, Cape Kidnappers has been hailed as one of the great modern marvels in golf and is currently ranked the 41^st best golf course in the world by Golf Magazine.

Stay at:  Scenic Circle Hotel www.scenichotelgroup.co.nz

 

Dine at:  Mission Estate Restaurant www.missionestate.co.nz/restaurant

Day 7: Napier / Taupo / Rotorua

Today we play Wairakei International, New Zealand's first internationally recognised golf course which sprawls over 450acres of natural countryside. This coupled with the 6400metres from the championship tees & 108 large well placed bunkers has led to worldwide acclaim.  We drive to Rotorua in the afternoon. Evening Maori cultural show and ‘Hangi’ (Traditional Maori feast).
 

Stay at:  Novotel Rotorua www.novotelrotorua.co.nz

 

Dine at:  Maori Hangi Dinner

Day 8: Rotorua

Sightseeing in Rotorua, one of the world’s most spectacular geothermal wonderlands. Geysers throughout the area, and bubbles from cauldron-like mud pools.

Stay at: Novotel Rotorua www.novotelrotorua.co.nz

 

Dine at:  Aorangi Peak Restaurant www.aorangipeak.co.nz

             After dinner – Fun time!  Presentation Presentation of Awards/prizes for our “Tour Winners”!

Day 9: Rotorua Golf Club

Situated in picturesque Whakarewarewa, Arikikapakapa is a full 18 hole all weather links-style golf course with easy walking and an excellent golfing layout. Golf that is truly unique. Where you play (carefully!) alongside steaming & bubbling mud pools.  Rotorua golf club is possibly the only geothermal golf course on the planet !
After lunch – Fun time! Presentation of Awards/prizes for our “Tour Winners”!

We then drive back to Auckland for a departure with reflections of a wonderful golfing experience

where we have learned how it feels to be on tour!

Price from $4,300 (NZ dollars) per person and is subject to New Zealand GST tax (12.5%).

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North Island & South Island – 12 days

Day 1: Arrive Auckland

On arrival at Auckland Airport your host will take you to your hotel by luxury mini coach. Relax on your balcony and while sipping a glass of wine enjoy majestic views of Auckland Harbour.  A limousine will take you to one of Auckland’s most famous restaurants to wine & dine on some of the best that our country has to offer. Afterwards, mix with the other guests who will be joining you on tour. After dinner there will be a presentation of your complimentary tour merchandise pack, afterwards you will return to your hotel by limousine. 
 

Stay at:  Hilton Auckland www.hilton.co.nz

 

Dine at:  Soul Bar & Bistro, Auckland Viaduct www.soulbar.co.nz
 

Day 2: Auckland/Queenstown

The day begins with a magnificent scenic helicopter flight across North Shore beaches & landing on Gulf Harbour golf club,

a course renowned for hosting the world cup & N.Z open. Spectacular finishing hole, ocean views and rolling terrain.

It meanders through native grasses and vegetation and has a natural look and feel from start to finish.

 

 

The front nine is slightly hillier and has an open feeling, while the back nine wanders towards the ocean and culminates with some of the most scenic holes anywhere. Comparisons have already been made to Pebble Beach Golf Links. Its beauty, challenge and enjoyment are sure to attract international acclaim.

In the afternoon we depart from Auckland airport and fly across the snow clad Southern Alps to Queenstown.

Stay at: Copthorne Hotel 
 

Dine at:  Ben Lomond Restaurant

Day 3: Queenstown - New Zealand’s premier visitor destination

Queenstown, a golfers paradise!

Queenstown is New Zealand’s premier visitor destination. In the morning we play Millbrook, one of the most scenic golf course in the world with extraordinary photo opportunities at every turn. This championship course offers five different tee positions catering for golfers of every level of playing expertise. The Coronet nine, developed on land to the west of the existing course will form part of three 18-hole combinations, where any two out of the ‘nine’ can be played, the Coronet nine is superbly crafted within a dramatic landscape, superbly showcasing Millbrook’s latest residential property development. A golf resort in breathtaking surroundings. Set in a natural, alpine amphitheatre, against the backdrop of the Remarkable mountain range, the golf course at Millbrook exploits the dramatic terrain fully, delivering world class golf.

Stay at:  Copthorne Hotel

 

Dine at:  Nugget Point Restaurant www.nuggetpoint.co.nz/dining.html

Day 4: Queenstown/Dunedin

After breakfast a very scenic drive through the Southern Alps mountainous area of wine making & fruit growing to New Zealand’s most southern city, Dunedin. We play the Otago golf club which is the oldest golf club in the southern hemisphere.

The championship course Balmacewen, is recognized as one of the finest in New Zealand and has hosted some of the greatest players of our game.

Stay at:  Larnach Castle www.larnachcastle.co.nz

Dine at: Bell Pepper Blues www.bellpepperblues.co.nz

Day 5: Dunedin/Christchurch

Sightseeing in Dunedin in the morning. In the afternoon we drive to Christchurch.
 

Stay at:  Clearwater resort www.clearwaternz.com

 

Dine at: Clearwater Resort www.clearwaternz.com/restaurant.htm

Day 6: Christchurch

Today we play the aptly named  “ Clearwater” course. The par 72 championship course is home to the HSBC NZ PGA championship. Designed by John Darby in consultation with New Zealand golfing legend, Sir Bob Charles, the course combines elements of link golf inspired by the great Scottish course with parkland golf, more reminiscent of Florida.

Playable year-round, the course meanders around a succession of spring-fed lakes and trout filled streams, with uninterrupted views of the spectacular Southern Alps.

Stay at:  Scenic Circle www.scenichotelgroup.co.nz

 

Dine at:  Pacifica Restaurant www.pacificarestaurant.com

Day 7: Hawke’s Bay (Cape Kidnappers)

Today we play Cape Kidnappers designed by legendary golf architect Tom Doak, the par 71 golf course measures 7,119yards (6,510metres) and will challenge golfers of all skills and levels. Completed in 2004, Cape Kidnappers has been hailed as one of the great modern marvels in golf and is currently ranked the 41^st best golf course in the world by Golf magazine. Drive to Taupo after lunch.

Stay at:  Millenium Hotel Taupo 
 

Dine at: Edgewater Restaurant

Day 8: Taupo/Rotorua

Play at Wairakei international - rated by the prestigious US Golf Digest magazine to be in the top 100 courses in the world outside of the USA in 2005. Drive to Rotorua in the afternoon.

Stay at:  Novotel Rotorua www.novotelrotorua.co.nz

 

Dine at:  Maori Hangi Dinner

Day 9: Rotorua

Rotorua is one of the world’s most spectacular geothermal wonderlands. Geysers throughout the area, and bubbles from cauldron-like mud pools. Evening Maori cultural show and ‘hangi’ (Traditional Maori feast).

Today we play at Rotorua golf club situated in picturesque Whakarewarewa, Arikikapakapa is a full 18 hole all weather links-style golf course with easy walking and an excellent golfing layout. Golf that is truly unique where you play (carefully!) alongside steaming & bubbling mud pools. Rotorua golf club is possibly the only geothermal golf course on the planet!

Stay at:  Novotel Rotorua www.novotelrotorua.co.nz

 

Dine at:  Aorangi Peak Restaurant www.aorangipeak.co.nz

Day 10: Rotorua/Bay of Islands

Enjoy a relaxing & scenic flight to the beautiful Bay of Islands. After lunch we play Kauri Cliffs.

 

Kauri Cliffs was designed and built by David Harman of Golf course consultants, Orlando, Florida. The par 72 championship golf course measures 7,119 yards/6,510 metres and offers five sets of tees to challenge every skill level. Fifteen holes view the pacific ocean, six of which are played alongside cliffs which plunge to the sea. The beautiful inland holes wind through marsh, forest and farmland.

Stay at:  Edgewater Apartments 
 

Dine at:  Wharepuke Restaurant www.foodatwharepuke.co.nz

Day 11: Bay of Islands/Auckland

Sightseeing in the Bay of Islands and then after lunch – fun time! Presentation of Awards/prizes for our “Tour Winners”! We then drive back to Auckland after lunch for a departure with reflections of a wonderful golfing experience where we have learned how it feels to be on tour!

Stay at: Hilton Auckland  www.hilton.co.nz

 

Dine at:  Pure Restaurant

Day 12: Auckland to your home country

Return to Auckland airport and flying back to your home country.

Price from $5,700 (NZ dollars) per person and is subject to New Zealand GST tax (12.5%).

The tour featured is our “Prestige” luxury tour incorporating the top courses in New Zealand with 4 Star plus accommodation however New Zealand has many quality golf courses, hotels, lodges etc. that will still provide a wonderful golfing holiday plus excellent accommodation yet at affordable prices.

Tours can be totally customised to suit everyone’s budget. Options available include helicopter trips (land right on the golf course), trout fishing, snow skiing plus many other activities can be arranged for non-golfers.


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