 11 nights / 6 rounds golf / deluxe rooms and 5-star hotels
Looking for a luxury New Zealand golf package? Look no further than this Kiwi golf tour which features the top lodges and best golf courses of New Zealand, including Kauri Cliffs, Cape Kidnappers, Dunalistair House in Kinloch and Millbrook in Queenstown. We have the best suites reserved for nearly 2 weeks and 6 rounds of the best golf (and time for more), plus a fly-drive tour of the Milford Sound and domestic flights for your convenience. Look no further … this is a deluxe New Zealand golf tour package with all the trimmings!
"The best New Zealand golf package or New Zealand golf tour must include rounds at the three K’s: Kauri, Kinloch and Kidnappers!” – Bill Hogan - Wide World of Golf President
ITINERARY
Day 1 - Arrive Auckland to be met by Wide World of Golf representative to transfer to The Hilton Hotel or Mollies in Auckland. Check into a Deluxe Water View room and afternoon free to explore Auckland on your own.(Hilton Auckland – deluxe room)
Day 2 - Day at leisure in Auckland. Optional golf can be arranged, or you are free to book a sightseeing excursion or sailing expedition around the harbour. (Hilton Auckland - deluxe room - B)
Day 3 - A rental car will be delivered to The Hilton or Mollies for you to transfer up to Kauri Cliffs Lodge in the morning (3.5 hour drive). Check into a Deluxe Suite for 2 nights (DBB) and play a round of golf at Kauri Cliffs GC, one of the most spectacular locations in the world in the afternoon. Awarded a number of top accolades, Kauri Cliffs Lodge is one of those ‘once in a lifetime’ unique places to stay. With a recently added complex that boasts some of the most spectacular spas in the world, you can be assured that your mind will not be just on the spectacular golf course. Your stay at Kauri Cliffs includes pre dinner drinks, accommodation, dinner and breakfast, complimentary mini-bar including domestic beers (excludes liquor and wine). (Kauri Cliffs deluxe suite - BCD)
Day 4 - Another game of golf at Kauri Cliffs today and the rest of the day at leisure. A visit to Pink Beach or many other activities are available this afternoon, including the "don't miss" Spa. (Kauri Cliffs deluxe suite - BCD)
Day 5 - Take a flight from the nearby Kerikeri airport to Taupo. On arrival at Taupo airport you will be met by a Wide World of Golf Representative who will escort you to Dunalistair House. Check in for 2 nights (Breakfast Provisions). Dunalistair is a private self contained lodge overlooking the 3rd and 4th holes of Jack Nicklaus’s inaugural design in New Zealand, The Kinloch Club and has water views of the lake beside the 3rd green as well as a view shaft down to Lake Taupo in the distance. Being fully self contained the property will be available for your exclusive use. Breakfast provisions will be provided. (Dunalistair House – B)
Day 6 - Play The Kinloch Club. Jack Nicklaus’s only Signature Course in New Zealand has opened in 2007 to international acclaim. Rated as the top new course outside North America by Travel and Leisure Golf, this links style course offers a challenging, yet rewarding test of golf to all ranges of golf ability. Rest of day at leisure or take in some local activities and cultural experiences in Taupo, which are in abundance, such as Huka Falls, trout fishing on Lake Taupo, a sheep station or perhaps a second round of golf at Wairakei GC. (Dunalistair House – B)
Day 7 - Take a 2 hour drive to Hawke’s Bay and check into The Farm at Cape Kidnappers for 2 nights in a Deluxe suite. The Farm sits atop the Cape Kidnappers golf course with sweeping views over the golf course and out to the Pacific Ocean. With your stay here, you have access to all lodge facilities, including breakfast, pre dinner drinks, a three course gourmet dinner and complimentary mini-bar including domestic beers (excludes liquor and wine). This afternoon play one of the most spectacular golf courses in the world, Cape Kidnappers GC, designed by Tom Doak. Ranked best new course in the world when it opened in 2004 by Travel and Leisure Golf Magazine, and more recently ranked #33 course in the world by Golf Magazine. Holes such as the 15th will leave you amazed! Affectionately known as the ‘Pirate’s Plank’, this hole has a 800ft cliff to your left and a deep ravine to your right. (Farm at Cape Kidnappers – deluxe suite – BCD)
Day 8 - A day to relax at Cape Kidnappers and play another round of golf on this spectacular course – by all means don’t forget your camera here! Afternoon wine tasting around Napier or Hastings has many great vineyards to choose from and a thriving art community. (Farm at Cape Kidnappers – deluxe suite – BCD)
Day 9 - Take a flight from Napier to Queenstown and pick up your vehicle and transfer to Millbrook Resort into a Villa Suite for 3 nights with breakfast, or Matakauri Lodge outside of town. (Millbrook or Matakauri – B)
Day 10 - Early pickup for Milford Sound Coach / Cruise and Fly trip. Travel from Queenstown to Milford Sound by coach before boarding a launch for two hours cruising on Milford Sound. Return to Queenstown by scenic flight which takes in magnificent views of mountains, glaciers, lakes and forests of Fiordland National Park. Evening to relax at leisure. (Millbrook or Matakauri – B)
Day 11 - Golf today at Millbrook GC or Jack’s Point GC, situated alongside Lake Wakatipu the course has some spectacular holes which make the most of the surrounding vistas. Option to upgrade to The Hills GC, and exclusive private club and site of the NZ Open. Afternoon to enjoy shopping in the quaint town of Queenstown, jet boat ride or many other options such as Bungy Jumping! (Millbrook or Matakauri – B)
Day 12 - Depart from Christchurch direct to USA (or via Auckland) (international flights not included).
Lodge At Kauri Cliffs
THE LODGE AT KAURI CLIFFS – Bay of Islands - Located on 4000 private acres and developed by New York high-financier Julian Robertson, the gorgeously decorated lodge has quickly become one of the most desired properties in the golf world. Breakfast and dinner is included for guests and the varied menu is superb. The 16 bedrooms are spacious and include a separate dressing room and bathroom. The Spa is considered among the best small spas in the southern hemisphere. The views from each room are easterly over the golf course and ocean, and offer a beautiful vista from your private veranda. With its world-class golf course and 5-star service, Kauri Cliffs Lodge is simply one of the world’s greatest retreats. WWG Grade: A+
"Kauri Cliffs is the best little golf resort in the world. Of all the exclusive destination resorts I have seen, none have the high quality service, accommodations, spa, dining and golf to compare with Kauri Cliffs!" - Bill Hogan
PACKAGE INCLULDES: 2 nights at The Auckland Hilton Hotel in a Deluxe Water View Suite including breakfast.(For Mollies add $285 per person) / 2 nights at Kauri Cliffs in a Deluxe Suite which includes pre dinner drinks for two, dinner x2, breakfast x2 and complimentary mini-bar for both nights / 2 nights at Dunalistair House (with self service breakfast provisions), and use of all the property facilities / 2 nights at The Farm at Cape Kidnappers in a Deluxe Suite, which includes pre dinner drinks for two, dinner x2 and complimentary mini-bar for both nights / 3 nights in a villa suite at Millbrook Resort including breakfast (or the Matakauri add $2200 per person including meals and pre-dinner drinks) / Rental car for all days (except in Auckland) Group F Ford Falcon AWD or similar for duration of trip / 6 rounds of golf with cart including Kauri Cliffs (2x), The Kinloch Club, Cape Kidnappers (2x), and Millbrook Resort (upgrades for The Hills are available) / Full day sightseeing tour of Milford Sound with the Motorcoach and Cruise and Fly back / Local Goods and Services Tax (GST) at 15% / Welcome package covering sightseeing, restaurant recommendations, and local activities / Meet and greet at arrival airport / All local taxes and service charges for items included in tour price. / Detailed itinerary and luggage tags.
Does not include: International airfares, Club or shoe hire if required, Meals not shown as included, Extra incidentals, Comprehensive Travel Insurance (available from WWG at time of registration)
Kauri Cliffs GC - Opened in 2000, the course is set on oceanfront cliffs of 4,000 acres of rolling coastal farmland owned by founder Julian Robertson of New York. It is a remarkable location overlooking the Cavalli Islands, Takou Bay and the outer reaches of the Bay of Islands. It is surrounded on the landward side by pasture with strands of native trees and drops away steeply to the Pacific Ocean on the coastal side. One of the best maintained courses anywhere, Kauri Cliffs is already rated #63 in the world by Golf Magazine. WWG Grade: A+
PACKAGE PRICE - $8720 per golfer double occupancy. Package rates shown are based on 4 persons sharing a van. Less expensive hotels and room categories can decrease the tour package price and are available on request. A single room supplement privilege will apply (available on request). Tour can be customized to fit your schedule and budget, or can be combined with other packages for a longer stay. A minimum $1000 per person deposit is required for reservations and before any reservations are placed on your behalf. Upgrades to Matakauri may require larger deposits. Groups can add a minibus or motorcoach and driver to any packaged tour for an additional fee. This package shown is just a sample and most tours are modified or customized to meet your specifications, time frame and budget. Prices shown herein are subject to change at any time and prices can change due to the rapid fluctuation of exchange rates and seasonal rates of suppliers.
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