The Ultimate Private New Zealand Golf Itinerary

Welcome to Auckland, New Zealand's largest city, beautifully set between two sparkling harbours and dotted with volcanic cones. Spend the remainder of the day exploring the vibrant waterfront, boutique shopping precincts, and world-class dining scene.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Arrive in Auckland
• Explore the Viaduct Harbour & waterfront precinct
• 1 night in Auckland

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Elevate your Auckland stay with a three-course dining experience at Orbit 360°, combining exceptional cuisine with breathtaking 360-degree views from the top of the city.

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This morning, meet your private driver and begin your journey north through rolling countryside to the Bay of Islands,  subtropical haven of golden beaches, secluded coves, and more than 140 idyllic islands.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast
• Meet your private driver
• Relaxed seaside atmosphere
• 2 nights in Paihia

Approximate Distance: 235 km | 146 miles  Total Driving Time: 3 hours 30 mins

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Tee off at one of the world's great golf courses, the spectacular Kauri Cliffs, where dramatic ocean views accompany every round.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast
• Round of golf at Kauri Cliffs
• Cliff-top fairways & ocean panoramas
• Championship golf experience

Ready to make the journey yours? Enquire online or speak with a Travel Designer to start planning your very own New Zealand golfing experience.

Enjoy another day in this beautiful coastal region with a round at Waitangi Golf Course, overlooking the sparkling waters of the Bay of Islands.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast
• Round of golf at Waitangi Golf Club
• Explore Paihia at leisure

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Discover the birthplace of modern New Zealand with a visit to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, where Māori culture and the country's rich heritage are beautifully showcased.

Depart the Bay of Islands and journey south to Auckland, New Zealand's vibrant harbour city. Upon arrival, enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure to explore the waterfront precincts, or simply relax and take in the city's unique atmosphere.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Explore Auckland at leisure
• Downtown city precinct
• 1 night in Auckland

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Indulge in a three-course dining experience aboard a sunset harbour cruise, taking in spectacular views as Auckland's sparkling skyline transforms after dark.

Approximate Distance: 235 km | 146 miles  Total Driving Time: 3 hours 30 mins

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Today travel south to Rotorua, New Zealand's geothermal and cultural heart, renowned for its bubbling mud pools, steaming landscapes, and rich Māori heritage.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Geothermal landscapes
• Māori cultural region
• 2 nights in Rotorua

Approximate Distance: 230 km | 143 miles  Total Driving Time: 3 hours

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Immerse yourself in Rotorua's fascinating Māori culture and geothermal wonders with a guided visit to Te Puia.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Te Puia guided experience
• Pohutu Geyser
• Māori arts & cultural centre
• Traditional carving & weaving demonstrations

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Take time to rejuvenate with a geothermal spa experience or explore the spectacular Redwoods Forest, one of Rotorua's most treasured natural attractions.

Visit the colourful geothermal landscapes of Wai-O-Tapu before continuing to the shores of New Zealand's largest lake, Lake Taupō.

Inclusions at a glance: 

• Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Reserve 
• Geothermal walking trails
• 1 night in Taupō

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Set sail on a scenic Lake Taupō cruise or indulge in a restorative spa experience surrounded by the region's tranquil natural beauty.  

Approximate Distance: 85 km | 53 miles  Total Driving Time: 1 hour 15 mins

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Play a round at the renowned Wairakei Golf & Sanctuary before travelling east to Hawkes Bay, famous for its wineries and Art Deco architecture.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Wairakei Golf Course
• Sanctuary-style golf experience
• Hawke's Bay wine region
• 2 nights in Napier

Approximate Distance: 145 km | 90 miles  Total Driving Time: 2 hours 15 mins

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Experience one of the world's most spectacular golf courses at Cape Kidnappers, dramatically perched atop towering sea cliffs.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Cape Kidnappers golf experience
• Oceanfront fairways
• Hawke's Bay scenery
• Napier at leisure

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Enhance your evening with a guided Art Deco walk through the charming streets and architectural treasures of Napier.

Approximate Distance: 30 km | 19 miles  Total Driving Time: 45 mins (each way)

Travel south to New Zealand's vibrant capital city, Wellington, beautifully positioned between a sparkling harbour and rolling green hills.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Harbour city landscapes
• Arts & cultural capital
• 2 nights in Wellington

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Immerse yourself in New Zealand's history and culture with a visit to Te Papa, home to world-class exhibitions and fascinating Māori and natural history collections.

Approximate Distance: 325 km | 202 miles  Total Driving Time: 4 hours 30 mins

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Enjoy a round at the legendary Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club, regarded as one of the finest links courses in the Southern Hemisphere.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club
• Championship links golf
• Coastal scenery

Approximate Distance: 55 km | 34 miles  Total Driving Time: 1 hour (each way to Paraparaumu)

Fly across the Cook Strait to Blenheim, where you'll be welcomed by your new private driver before continuing to Picton, the charming gateway to the spectacular Marlborough Sounds.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Domestic flight
• Meet your South Island private driver
• Marlborough wine country
• 2 nights in Picton

Approximate Distance: 30 km | 19 miles  Total Driving Time: 30 mins

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Enjoy the very best of Marlborough with a full-day food and wine cruise through the spectacular Marlborough Sounds.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast
• Seafood Odyssea cruise
• Marlborough wine tastings

Travel south along the Pacific coastline to Kaikōura, where mountains meet the sea.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast
• Marine wildlife region
• Explore Kaikōura at leisure 
• 1 night in Kaikōura

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Choose from a whale watching cruise, an unforgettable dolphin swim experience, or a guided sea kayak adventure alongside playful fur seals.

Approximate Distance: 155 km | 96 miles  Total Driving Time: 2 hours 15 mins

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Continue south to Christchurch, the charming Garden City and gateway to the South Island. 

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast
• Christchurch gardens & riverside precincts
• 2 nights in Christchurch

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Enhance your stay with a peaceful Avon River punt, a ride aboard the Christchurch Gondola, or a scenic escape to Akaroa.

Approximate Distance: 180 km | 112 miles  Total Driving Time: 2 hours 30 mins

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Enjoy a round at Clearwater Golf Club, one of New Zealand's premier championship courses.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Clearwater Golf Club
• Championship golf experience
• Explore Christchurch at leisure 

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Elevate your evening with a gourmet four-course dining experience aboard the Christchurch Heritage Tram as it glides through the heart of the Garden City.

Travel through the Canterbury Plains and Mackenzie Basin to Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Lake Tekapo & Lake Pukaki scenery
• Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park
• 1 night in Mount Cook

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Complete your Mount Cook experience with a guided stargazing tour, offering extraordinary views of the cosmos beneath some of the clearest skies on Earth.

Approximate Distance: 330 km | 205 miles  Total Driving Time: 4 hours 15 mins 

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Embark on a remarkable Tasman Glacier boat adventure before travelling through the Lindis Pass to Queenstown. 

Inclusions at a glance:

• Tasman Glacier boat experience
• Lake Pukaki & Central Otago landscapes 
• Lindis Pass
• 4 nights in Queenstown

Approximate Distance: 265 km | 165 miles  Total Driving Time: 3 hours 10 mins

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Play a spectacular round at Jack's Point Golf Course, set amongst dramatic mountain and lake scenery.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast, pre-dinner drinks, canapes
• Jack's Point Golf Course
• Alpine & lake panoramas

Enjoy another unforgettable golfing experience at the award-winning Millbrook Resort.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast, pre-dinner drinks, canapes
• Millbrook Golf Resort
• Stunning alpine landscapes
• Explore Queenstown at leisure

Take to the skies on a scenic flight to Milford Sound, before cruising one of the world's most spectacular fiords.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast, pre-dinner drinks, canapes
• Scenic flight to Milford Sound
• Milford Sound nature cruise
• Return scenic flight to Queenstown

Enjoy a final morning in Queenstown before your onward journey home.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast, pre-dinner drinks, canapes
• Departure from Queenstown

So what are you waiting for? Contact First Light Travel and book the Ultimate New Zealand Private Golf Tour  - We Guarantee it will be the Holiday of a Lifetime!