Trip Overview
We start in Auckland, set on scenic Viaduct Harbour full of sail boats and yachts, and a wonderful spot to kick-off our journey together. From Auckland it's a short flight to Hawke’s Bay, setting up in boutique cottages where sun-kissed vines line the hillside at Craggy Range Winery. Here we’ll enjoy perfectly paired food and wine, tour wineries by bike, and sample delectable pre-release varietals. From Hawke's Bay we venture on to Martinborough and its world-class wineries, ending in Queenstown, where our days are filled with scenic drives over cerulean rivers, hikes through breathtaking valleys, helicopter rides above the astonishing landscape—and of course, more incredible wine.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
DAY 1: AUCKLAND
Arrive in Auckland on Monday, January 31, 2022 and check into the Hotel Grand Windsor at your leisure
Welcome orientation
Evening on own to settle in
Lodging: Hotel Grand Windsor in Auckland
DAY 2: AUCKLAND > HAWKE'S BAY
Immersive Maori cultural experience
Local Maori lunch
Flight to Hawke's Bay
Transfer to Craggy Range
Private dinner at Craggy Range
Lodging: Craggy Range in Hawke's Bay
DAY 3: HAWKE'S BAY
Hawke's Bay cycling tour
Moana Park Winery tour
Activity options: 12km bike ride along Tutaekuri river, or private tasting at Silky Oak Chocolate
Church Road Winery visit
Mission Estate Winery tour
Lunch
Evening on own
Lodging: Craggy Range in Hawke's Bay
DAY 4: HAWKE'S BAY > MARTINBOROUGH
Drive to Martinborough
Lunch at Poppies Martinborough
Afternoon on own
Dinner at Union Square
Lodging: Martinborough Hotel in Martinborough
DAY 5: MARTINBOROUGH
Walk to Ata Rangi Winery
Drive to Big Sky Wines
Visit Moy Hall Winery for tastings and lunch
Afternoon and evening on own
Lodging: Martinborough Hotel in Martinborough
DAY 6: MARTINBOROUGH > QUEENSTOWN
Transfer to Wellington Airport
Flight to Queenstown
Transfer to hotel
Optional activities: Skyline Gondola; visit Arrowtown
Dinner at Boardwalk
Lodging: Hotel St Moritz in Queenstown
DAY 7: QUEENSTOWN
Helicopter flight to hike starting point
Hike in Nevis Valley
Lunch at gold miner hut
Helicopter ride back to Queenstown
Evening on own
Lodging: Hotel St Moritz in Queenstown
DAY 8: QUEENSTOWN
Scenic drive through Central Otago and Kawarau Gorge
Visit Burn Cottage Vineyard
Winery lunch
Tour of Valli Winery with winemakers
Mt. Rosa Winery for private tasting
Farewell dinner
Lodging: Hotel St Moritz in Queenstown
DAY 9: QUEENSTOWN
Breakfast
Last day and final goodbyes
Modern Adventure will provide a complimentary transfer to Queenstown’s ZQN airport. If you would like to join this transfer, your onward flight from ZQN should depart at 12:30pm or later
Our Accommodations
HOTEL GRAND WINDSOR
58/60 Queen Street, Auckland 1001, New Zealand
Tel. +64 (9) 309 9979
Hotel Grand Windsor
reservations@hotelgrandwinsor.com
Take in views of the waterfront and city skyline from your elegant room at Hotel Grand Windsor, complete with modern amenities and appointed from a bygone era.
CRAGGY RANGE
253 Waimarama Road, Havelock North 4294, New Zealand
Tel. +64 (6) 873 7126
Craggy Range Cottages
info@craggyrange.com
We’re steps away from the glorious vines at this premier winemakers’ boutique shared cottages. Each cottage has its own private bathroom, and comes with a shared kitchen and living room area, with big windows and a free-standing wood burner if the evening gets brisk.
MARTINBOROUGH HOTEL
10-12 Memorial Square, Martinborough, South Wairarapa, New Zealand
Tel. +64 (6) 306 9350
Martinborough Hotel
info@martinboroughhotel.co.nz
Steeped in history and overflowing with charm, the Martinborough Hotel—situated at the entrance of Martinborough’s quaint village square—has been the talk of the town for decades.
HOTEL ST MORITZ
10-18 Brunswick Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
Tel:.+64 (3) 442 4990
Hotel St. Moritz
h2074-RE1@accor.com
Set at the foot of a mountain in New Zealand’s adventure capital. Rooms look over snow-capped peaks and Lake Wakatipu, mere steps from the central district’s shops, restaurants and bars.
Inclusions & Exclusions
INCLUSIONS
On a Modern Adventure, we’ve worked out all the details for you. Included in your experience are luxury boutique accommodations, delicious local food and drink, private transport between destinations, expert local guides, and much more. Here’s what’s included:
8 nights at boutique and luxurious accommodations
Private transportation—just for us—for all day trips and excursions
Two internal flights
Private tours with local artisans, winemakers and masters-of-craft
Immersive guided activities, adventures and daily expeditions
Daily breakfasts, as well as most lunches and dinners
Local beverages at every included meal
Departure transfers to Queenstown’s ZQN airport.
All entrance fees
EXCLUSIONS
What’s not included on this trip?
International roundtrip airfare to / from New Zealand
Travel insurance (see travel insurance section)
Transportation to the trip’s starting point
Hotel incidentals including room service, laundry service and hotel bar tabs
Meals not included in itinerary
Gratuity for Modern Adventure trip leader