The Epicurean
A love letter to New Zealand's soil and sea. Move through world-renowned vineyards and meet the makers in their private cellars for an estate-to-table experience.
Immerse yourself in the raw majesty of Aotearoa. We have meticulously handpicked New Zealand's most prestigious estates, dramatic alpine vistas, and hidden geothermal wonders to create an effortless, high-end expedition. From the jagged peaks of the South Island to the spiritual heart of the North, this is more than a tour — it is a bespoke immersion into the soul of the South Pacific.
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Welcome to Queenstown. Your private specialist guide escorts you to Matakauri Lodge, an intimate lakeside retreat set against the dramatic backdrop of the Remarkables. Settle into your suite where floor-to-ceiling glass frames the shifting hues of Lake Wakatipu. We suggest a vintage from the lodge's curated cellar.
- ◈Private airport transfer
- ◈Matakauri Lodge
- ◈Lake Wakatipu views
Overnight: Matakauri Lodge, Queenstown
What's included
- 9 nights ultra-luxury accommodation across 4 iconic properties
- Matakauri Lodge (all meals), The Lindis (all meals), Solitaire Lodge (all meals), Park Hyatt Auckland (breakfast)
- Milford Sound private heli-cruise with glacier landing
- Choice of bespoke Queenstown excursion (Wine Tour, Routeburn Hike, or Wilderness Safari)
- Privately guided Wai-O-Tapu & Waimangu geothermal tour
- Private Footwhistle Glowworm Cave exploration
- Choice of bespoke Auckland excursion (Waiheke, Wildlife, Cultural, or West Coast)
- All private airport transfers and inter-regional chauffeur services
Every journey is fully customisable
The Epicurean
10 days
Every journey is fully customisable.
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