Spanning 70km between Queen Charlotte and Keenerpuru Sound, the Queen Charlotte track is a truly unforgettable one. Choose to hike it all or walk the highlights amid gorgeous coastal views, historical landmarks and native bush. Choose from a viariety of accommodation along the way or cruise from cove to cove via water taxi with both guided and self-guided options. Explore Ship Cove, steeped in Maori and European history,  pass through dense coastal forest, tranquil coves and inlets, and along awe inspiring skyline ridges and uncover the Marlborough Sounds on one of the New Zealand's best walking tracks. 

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  1. Queen Charlotte Track Lodge to Lodge Walk 4D3N, Guided & Small Group

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    Explore the world-famous Queen Charlotte Track on foot over 4 fantastic days of walking and sightseeing. This itinerary incorporates gorgeous coastal views, the stunning Marlborough Sounds, and peaceful native bush. Led by local professional guides, discover the sights and sounds of the beautiful Queen Charlotte Track in authentic way.

    Proud to be one of New Zealand's nine Great Walks, the Queen Charlotte Track Classic Walk is a unique adventure among the coastal wilderness of New Zealand. The track is known for its breathtaking views, diverse landscape, historical landmarks and wide array of native bush and wildlife. The track is 70km long and stretches from historic Ship Cove to Anakiwa, winding through coastal forest, around coves and inlets, and along dramatic ridges to lookout points with awe inspiring views of the scenery below.

    You will encounter myriad native bird species, such as the inquisitive weka. Explore the unique Marlborough Sounds, a collection of deep river valleys etched by centuries of geological activity and now filled with the waters of the Pacific Ocean. Green hills rise spectacularly out of the ocean around a winding coastline of sheltered inlets and sandy bays. This moderately strenuous 5-day walking trip offers an in-depth exploration of the Marlborough Sounds as it passes through lush coastal forest, historic bays, and across ridges providing uninterrupted views of Queen Charlotte and Kenepuru Sounds.

    Each night come to rest at 4 star lodges - Furneaux Lodge, Punga Cove and Lochmara Lodge - all with a restaurant, comfortable accommodation and a superb setting.

    Your tour includes 3 nights' iconic accommodation on a twin share basis (single supplement available at additional expenses), small group (12 walkers or fewer) guided walks each day, all meals, water taxi transfers, luggage transfers and return transfers from/to Picton.

    The Queen Charlotte Track Classic Walk is a unique and memorable experience in an unspoiled wilderness. Fall in love with the incredible natural beauty of an untamed coastal landscape.

    Dates or itinerary don't fit?  We are specialising in bespoke "tailor-made" luxury or private journeys. Please contact us for a "tailor-made" itinerary for your perfect adventure.

    This tour is eligible to earn ONLYLUXE reward points. 

    Picton, New Zealand
    Explore the world-famous Queen Charlotte Track on foot over 4 fantastic days of walking and sightseeing. This itinerary incorporates gorgeous coastal views, the stunning Marlborough ...
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  2. North To South Ultimate Traverse 22D21N, Self-Drive

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    Do and see it all on the ultimate New Zealand road trip, a 22-day odyssey from the Bay of Islands to the Southern Alps. This once-in-a-lifetime adventure showcases the country’s best active experiences including 3 of the Great Walks.

    Tucked away at the bottom of the world, New Zealand is a country of stunning and diverse natural beauty: tropical beaches, snow-capped mountains, sparkling fiords, raging rivers and active volcano zones. For the outdoor enthusiast, keen on hiking, biking, paddling and more, New Zealand has no shortage of things to see and do. Home of the Great Walks (known to be some of the best hikes in the world) and many other day and multiday hikes, you could spend months trying to see it all. Luckily for you, this road trip leaves no stone unturned on an epic journey from north to south.

    Departing from Auckland, hit the road to tick off New Zealand’s best active experiences. Drive New Zealand’s most scenic roads including Buller Gorge, the Crown Range and Milford Road. Discover dramatic landscapes, magnificent wilderness and stunning wildlife on New Zealand’s Great Walks including the Tongariro Northern Circuit, the Abel Tasman Coast Track and the Routeburn Track. Uncover beautiful beaches and twinkling bays on in the Bay of Islands and Coromandel, and a geothermal wonderland in the Waimangu Volcanic Valley. Follow the path of Captain James Cook on the Queen Charlotte Track, heli hike to the top of the Franz Josef Glacier and bask in the brooding shadow of Mount Cook (Aoraki), New Zealand’s tallest mountain. You will also have the opportunity to cruise Lake Wanaka and the magnificent Milford Sound, and explore diverse cities and towns including Wellington, Queenstown, Dunedin and Christchurch at your own pace.

    This action-packed 22-day active and nature-focused self-drive package includes 21-nights’ boutique hotel accommodation on a twin share basis. At the end of each fun-filled day, you will sleep in comfort and have access to luxurious facilities and amenities including swimming pools, plunge pools and spas. Twenty-two days full size car rental is included as well as activities and sightseeings as specified in the itinerary. Daily breakfast provided.

    Do New Zealand – and do it right – on this thrilling 22-day self-drive road trip from North to South. The diverse landscapes and exciting experiences will capture your heart.

    This tour is eligible to earn ONLYLUXE reward points. 

    Auckland, New Zealand
    Do and see it all on the ultimate New Zealand road trip, a 22-day odyssey from the Bay of Islands to the Southern Alps. ...
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  3. North To South Grand Traverse 17D16N, Self-Drive

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    Traverse New Zealand from North to South on this action-packed 17-day self-drive road trip showcasing the country’s best active experiences including 3 of the Great Walks.

    Tucked away at the bottom of the world, New Zealand is a country of stunning and diverse natural beauty: tropical beaches, snow-capped mountains, sparkling fiords, raging rivers and active volcano zones. For the outdoor enthusiast, keen on hiking, biking, paddling and more, New Zealand has no shortage of things to see and do. Home of the Great Walks (known to be some of the best hikes in the world) and many other day and multiday hikes, you could spend months trying to see it all. Luckily for you, this road trip leaves no stone unturned on an epic journey from north to south.

    Departing from Auckland, hit the road to tick off New Zealand’s best active experiences. Drive New Zealand’s most scenic roads including Buller Gorge, the Crown Range and Milford Road. Discover dramatic landscapes, magnificent wilderness and stunning wildlife on New Zealand’s Great Walks including the Tongariro Northern Circuit, the Abel Tasman Coast Track and the Routeburn Track. Uncover beautiful beaches and twinkling bays on the Coromandel Coastal Walk and a geothermal wonderland in the Waimangu Volcanic Valley. Follow the path of Captain James Cook on the Queen Charlotte Track and heli hike to the top of the Franz Josef Glacier. You will also have the opportunity to cruise Lake Wanaka and the magnificent Milford Sound, and explore diverse cities and towns including Wellington, Queenstown, Dunedin and Christchurch at your own pace.

    This exhilarating 17-day active and nature-focused self-drive package includes 16-nights’ boutique hotel accommodation on a twin share basis. At the end of each fun-filled day, you will sleep in comfort and have access to luxurious facilities and amenities including swimming pools, plunge pools and spas. Seventeen days full size car rental is included as well as activities and sightseeings as specified in the itinerary. Daily breakfast provided.

    Get the most out of your trip to New Zealand, with this 17-day self-drive road trip. The beautiful landscapes and thrilling activities will stay with you.

    This tour is eligible to earn ONLYLUXE reward points. 

    Auckland, New Zealand
    Traverse New Zealand from North to South on this action-packed 17-day self-drive road trip showcasing the country’s best active experiences including 3 of the ...
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  4. Wild West Coast Road Trip 9D8N, Self-Drive

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    Experience the epic, untamed beauty of New Zealand’s Wild West Coast on this luxury, 9-day, self-drive road trip from Wellington to Queenstown. Discover the world’s most accessible glaciers, a UNESCO-world heritage area and some of the country’s best hiking including the Queen Charlotte Track and Abel Tasman National Park.

    Departing from Wellington, journey across Cook Strait to Picton to retrace Captain Cook’s explorations on the epic Queen Charlotte Track. Venture on to Nelson and discover the coastal paradise of Abel Tasman National Park. Head south to Maruia River and Hokitika and get your heart pumping white-water rafting Buller Gorge or else exploring tranquil forest trails. Heli-hike the mighty Franz Josef Glacier and get up close and personal with this ever-changing natural wonder. At Lake Moeraki, choose your own adventure: look for dolphins, fur seals and penguins on Monro Beach or venture into ancient rainforest to historic huts. Journey inland to Wanaka and Queenstown to discover the glacier-formed lakes and stunning mountains that make the South Island famous.

    In the evenings, relax and unwind in hand-picked, 4 to 5-star hotels on a twin share basis. Your guest rooms are modern and comfortable with a king, queen or twin beds and ensuite bathroom. All hotels include full-breakfast and are conveniently located to local attractions, while maintaining an atmosphere of luxury and privacy.

    This luxury, 9-day, self-drive road trip includes 8-nights’ accommodation on a twin share basis. Activities, experiences and meals are included as specified, as is your hire car for the duration of the trip.

    Discover the best of the west on New Zealand’s Wild West Coast. The unspoilt wilderness is utterly unmissable!

    Dates or itinerary don't fit?  We are specialising in bespoke "tailor-made" luxury or private journeys. Please contact us for a "tailor-made" itinerary for your perfect adventure.

    This tour is eligible to earn ONLYLUXE reward points. 

     

    Wellington, New Zealand
    Experience the epic, untamed beauty of New Zealand’s Wild West Coast on this luxury, 9-day, self-drive road trip from Wellington to Queenstown. Discover ...
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    From A$8,110.00 Per Person, Twin Share
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