New Zealand Private Tour
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Why You Should Go
Hiking and idyllic walks being among our favorite Lynch Family global travel activities, we feel New Zealand’s extraordinary “Milford Track” to be truly the “finest walk in the world(!)” Located within the picturesque mountains and temperate rainforests of Fiordland National Park, on New Zealand’s South Island, this is one of the globe’s great family outdoor hiking adventures. The Milford Track hiking option is an ideal pristine complement to our luxury New Zealand private tour featuring Queenstown and the spectacular 5,000-acre Wharekauhau Lodge and County Estate near Wellington. The medium level difficulty 33 mi trail (for ages 11 and above) starts at the head of Lake Te Anau (near Queenstown) and ends at otherworldly Milford Sound, traversing lush, green rainforests, wetlands and a striking alpine pass.
*All of our comprehensive private tour itineraries are inclusive of all luxury accommodations, private guide/driver throughout, daily meals as specified, INTERNAL flights/rail /private transfers as needed, & all taxes/service fees.

Sample Itinerary
10 Days
Each private luxury tour is custom to the wishes of each client. This itinerary is a sample. Partnering with our long-established relationship with United Airlines, our sister company, TRAVNET, may provide competitive Polaris/Business Class international airfare, along with mileage points conversion.
Hotels

This is our favorite 5-star luxury property in the resort town of Queenstown. Eichardt’s Private Hotel is a small boutique property located in the lakeside historical district, with easy walking distance to many restaurants and shopping. This hotel includes 5 suites (each with a fireplace) and a 2-bedroom lakefront cottage—high touch, personal service besides Lake Wakatipu!
Eichardt’s Private Hotel
This is our favorite 5-star luxury property in the resort town of Queenstown. Eichardt’s Private Hotel is a small boutique property located in the lakeside historical district, with easy walking distance to many restaurants and shopping. This hotel includes 5 suites (each with a fireplace) and a 2-bedroom lakefront cottage—high touch, personal service besides Lake Wakatipu!

For our many fly-fishing enthusiasts, the 5 star luxury Stonefly Lodge is a special, heavenly place. Located approx. 50 min drive from Nelson, New Zealand. The lodge is ideally located on the banks of the crystal- clear Motueka River, a fly- fisherman’s paradise. The average catch size of Brown Trout in this area is 4-5 lbs.! Meticulously built from local stone and timber, the lodge is made up of only 4 spacious deluxe guest rooms. World class fly- fishing, coupled with an intimate high touch luxury; an amazing place!
Stonefly Lodge
For our many fly-fishing enthusiasts, the 5 star luxury Stonefly Lodge is a special, heavenly place. Located approx. 50 min drive from Nelson, New Zealand. The lodge is ideally located on the banks of the crystal- clear Motueka River, a fly- fisherman’s paradise. The average catch size of Brown Trout in this area is 4-5 lbs.! Meticulously built from local stone and timber, the lodge is made up of only 4 spacious deluxe guest rooms. World class fly- fishing, coupled with an intimate high touch luxury; an amazing place!

This is a spectacular 3,000 acre working sheep station/country estate that is a big favorite of clients seeking a private idyllic setting with many optional activities. The accommodations and dining here are world-class and certainly beyond 5-star luxury. The 16 white stucco cottages feature local native materials including wool, hemp curtains and various pebble mosaics. The spa is a big plus, in addition to a 65 ft. indoor pool, a tennis court and fitness gym. Of special note is the property’s gin-cured salmon, prepared with “Lighthouse gin” using water drawn from a nearby spring; Bev, Zen and I surely rate as among the most delicious salmon we have had anywhere! Activities include horse trekking overlooking Palliser Bay, fishing, archery, picturesque hiking and mountain biking, even clay target-shooting! The pasturelands here climb through lake-dotted forests into the adjacent mountains, and can only be described as amazingly emerald green. The idyllic setting seems to evoke the pastoral cultural of New Zealand’s past(!).
Wharekauhau Lodge and Country Estate
This is a spectacular 3,000 acre working sheep station/country estate that is a big favorite of clients seeking a private idyllic setting with many optional activities. The accommodations and dining here are world-class and certainly beyond 5-star luxury. The 16 white stucco cottages feature local native materials including wool, hemp curtains and various pebble mosaics. The spa is a big plus, in addition to a 65 ft. indoor pool, a tennis court and fitness gym. Of special note is the property’s gin-cured salmon, prepared with “Lighthouse gin” using water drawn from a nearby spring; Bev, Zen and I surely rate as among the most delicious salmon we have had anywhere! Activities include horse trekking overlooking Palliser Bay, fishing, archery, picturesque hiking and mountain biking, even clay target-shooting! The pasturelands here climb through lake-dotted forests into the adjacent mountains, and can only be described as amazingly emerald green. The idyllic setting seems to evoke the pastoral cultural of New Zealand’s past(!).

For our fishing enthusiast clients, we recommend Huka Lodge in Taupo, located on the banks of the trout-filled Waikato River. Located on 17 acres of rolling green lawns, this 26 suite property also boasts two exceptional private retreats: the Owner’s Cottage and Alan Pye Cottage. A special experience here is the variety of picturesque nooks (over 20 indoors and outdoors) around the property for private dining as well as enjoying a fine wine selection from around the world. Executive Chef, Paul Froggatt, leads a passionate kitchen team dedicated to sourcing the finest, freshest, local, seasonal produce and using this to present a series of unique menus. The outdoor activities at Huka are endless and include, wilderness walks, traditional fly-fishing, luxury cruising on Lake Taupo, and scenic helicopter flights.
Huka Lodge
For our fishing enthusiast clients, we recommend Huka Lodge in Taupo, located on the banks of the trout-filled Waikato River. Located on 17 acres of rolling green lawns, this 26 suite property also boasts two exceptional private retreats: the Owner’s Cottage and Alan Pye Cottage. A special experience here is the variety of picturesque nooks (over 20 indoors and outdoors) around the property for private dining as well as enjoying a fine wine selection from around the world. Executive Chef, Paul Froggatt, leads a passionate kitchen team dedicated to sourcing the finest, freshest, local, seasonal produce and using this to present a series of unique menus. The outdoor activities at Huka are endless and include, wilderness walks, traditional fly-fishing, luxury cruising on Lake Taupo, and scenic helicopter flights.
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Location
Overview
Temperature |
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Highs: High 60’s |
Lows: Mid 50’s |
Area |
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268,670 SQ KM |
103,733 SQ MILES |
Capital |
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Wellington |
Population |
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4.8 Million |
Language |
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English & Maori |
Currency |
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New Zealand Dollar |