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Join Bill Peach Journeys, the leader in private aircraft travel for over 33 years for a beautiful discovery of the many diverse landscapes and timeless natural beauty New Zealand has to offer. ‘Aotearoa’ is home to a vast variety of vistas from the snow-capped peaks of Mount Cook and the Alps, to the towering geysers of Rotorua, the endless rural plains of the lush countryside and the pristine wilderness of Fiordland National Park.
Staying at luxurious and perfectly located accommodation throughout, The Circumnavigate New Zealand Aircruise is a unique opportunity not to be missed.
This journey offers sights and experiences beyond words in comfort and luxury. The Land of the Long White Cloud with Bill Peach Journeys will stir the soul and excite the senses.
Highlights
- Cruise through the Marlborough Sounds to view the natural beauty of this environment
- Enjoy aerial sightseeing of the majestic Southern Alps by private aircraft, landing at Mount Cook
- View at close range the enormous ice face of New Zealand’s largest glacier
- Jet boat on the Dart River in ‘Lord of the Rings country’
- Cruise the magnificent Doubtful Sound
- This quintessential New Zealand journey covers all the highlights including Auckland, Bay of Islands, Napier, Rotorua, Marlborough, Mount Cook, Doubtful Sound, Queenstown, Christchurch and Wellington – all by private aircraft
- Escorted throughout by a dedicated Journey Director
Itinerary
Day One
Auckland
Today your journey begins in Auckland. Meet your Journey Director and fellow travellers at a welcome dinner this evening. Dine on local seafood overlooking the harbour.
Overnight: Sofitel Auckland Hotel or similar
Day Two
Waiheke Island
Travel by ferry to Waiheke Island, and sample its world class wines. Returning to Auckland by private yacht, try your hand at sailing.
Overnight: Sofitel Auckland Hotel or similar
Day Three
Auckland – Bay of Islands
Fly to the tip of the North Island, Cape Reinga, before landing at the Bay of Islands. Tour the historic township of Russell and cruise the Bay of Islands.
Overnight: Pahair Beach Resort or similar
Day Four
Bay of Islands – Rotorua
This morning enjoy a spectacular flight over the islands of the Hauraki Gulf. Then visit the famous Rotorua thermal region renowned for its towering geysers and significance to the Maori culture.
Overnight: The Regent, Rotorua
Day Five
Rotorua – Napier – Wellington
Enjoy breathtaking views of New Zealand’s North Island en route to Napier, a beautifully preserved art deco town. At Cape Kidnappers view New Zealand’s only mainland Gannet colony. Take a short flight to the capital of New Zealand – Wellington.
Overnight: Intercontinental Wellington or similar
Day Six
Wellington
Visit Wellington’s Botanical Gardens and ride on the famous cable car. Visit the acclaimed Te Papa Museum depicting the arts, culture and heritage of New Zealand.
Overnight: Intercontinental Wellington or similar
Day Seven
Wellington – Marlborough Sounds
Re-board the aircraft today and enjoy spectacular flightseeing over Marlborough Sounds landing in the heart of the Marlborough wine country. On arrival transfer to the acclaimed Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre which houses a display like no other and you don’t have to be an aviation buff to enjoy it. This afternoon cruise the Marlborough Sounds on a luxury vessel. Visit Putanui Point, this point borders three Sounds, Pelorus Sound, Kenepuru Sound and Mahau Sound.
Overnight: Marlborough Vintners Hotel or similar
Day Eight
Marlborough – Mount Cook
Today we fly from Blenheim to Mount Cook with spectacular flightseeing en-route of the Westlands National Park. On arrival in Mount Cook enjoy a walk up to the moraine wall to a viewing point with a spectacular outlook over the surface of the glacier with sink holes, ice cliffs and the terminal ice of the Tasman Glacier melting before you.
Overnight: Hermitage Hotel or similar
Day Nine
Mount Cook – Queenstown
This morning take a glacier cruise, exploring the huge dripping ice face of New Zealand’s largest glacier. Watch and listen to the ice melting before your eyes in this tranquil glacial lake nestled in the Southern Alps of New Zealand. This afternoon continue flightseeing of the Westlands National Park which stretches from the coast to the top of Mount Cook and the spectacular Southern Alps before arriving in breathtaking Queenstown.
Overnight: The Distinction Hotel Te Anau or similar
Day Ten
Queenstown
Enjoy a scenic drive to Glenorchy, then experience the thrill of a jetboat on the Dart River through “Lord of the Rings” country. Travel the back-road by four wheel drive to Glenorchy via Paradise before returning to Queenstown.
Overnight: Sofitel Queenstown or similar
Day Eleven
Queenstown – Te Anau
We fly to Te Anau in time to cruise Doubtful Sound which reveals dramatic scenery where the high vertical walls of the Sound protect the pristine wilderness. Perhaps see dolphins, seals and bird life along the way. Travel through Fiordland National Park. Late this afternoon onward flight to Queenstown.
Overnight: Sofitel Queenstown or similar
Day Twelve
Queenstown – Christchurch
A short flight over alpine scenery and the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch. Lunch today in the Botanic Gardens; founded over 150 years ago, they are considered the green heart of the Garden City. We then enjoy cruising the Avon River on our authentic Edwardian punts before our tour of the city centre. Tonight there will be a farewell dinner at the hotel.
Overnight: The George Hotel or similar
Day Thirteen
Depart Christchurch
Your 13 day New Zealand odyssey concludes today with connecting flights from Christchurch to your home port.
Itinerary can be customised and additional dates maybe available.
Departures & Rates
*Single Supplement: $1,995 per person.
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Additional dates and rates may be available, please speak to one of our Travel Specialists for more information.
*Rates are subject to availability and seasonality and may change without notice. Rates are based on two adults sharing. For solo travellers or single person occupancy rates or further information on terms and conditions, please contact our Travel Specialists at time of booking.
Accommodation
Staying at luxurious and perfectly located accommodation throughout, The Circumnavigate New Zealand Aircruise is a unique opportunity not to be missed. The Sofitel Auckland Hotel is perfectly situated at the vibrant Viaduct Precinct. The Hermitage Hotel Mount Cook is magnificently situated with incredible mountain vistas through every window. The Sofitel Queenstown is an elegant and welcoming stay in the awe inspiring town on Lake Wakatipu. Our final hotel is The George Hotel, Christchurch, a multi award winning statement in boutique luxury. Needless to say, quality produce and fine New Zealand cuisine is enjoyed throughout the journey. When only the best will do.
