14 Days of Indulgence
Exclusive New Zealand Wine & Food Tour
Savour the Flavours of New Zealand
Embark on a 14-day New Zealand wine and food journey that celebrates the country’s finest flavours and most spectacular landscapes. From the rolling vineyards of Waiheke Island and Hawke’s Bay to the world-famous wine region of Marlborough and the boutique cellar doors of Central Otago, this itinerary brings together private wine tastings, gourmet dining and memorable food experiences in some of New Zealand’s most celebrated culinary regions.
Along the way, enjoy fresh seafood, artisan produce, premium wines, luxury accommodation and world-class cuisine crafted by passionate local chefs. This itinerary is designed as a starting point and can be tailored around your preferred pace, wine style, dining interests and accommodation preferences.
Whether you are looking for intimate vineyard tastings, private guided tours, relaxed lodge stays or unforgettable dining experiences, this journey offers a beautiful way to experience the best of New Zealand’s food and wine culture.
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Is This Food and Wine Journey Right for You?
This private itinerary is designed for travellers who want a beautifully planned New Zealand food and wine experience without organising every detail themselves.
It suits couples, friends, families and small private groups who enjoy premium wine, fine dining, local produce, private touring, luxury accommodation and time to savour each region.
Ideal if you want:
A private New Zealand food and wine itinerary
Waiheke Island vineyards and island scenery
Hawke’s Bay wine, food and Art Deco charm
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc and boutique wineries
A private seafood experience in the Marlborough Sounds
Queenstown restaurants and lakefront luxury
Central Otago Pinot Noir and dramatic landscapes
Private transfers, local guides and seamless planning
A journey shaped around your taste, pace and travel style
Journey Overview
Duration: 14 days
Travel style: Custom private food and wine itinerary
Best suited to: Couples, friends, families and small private groups
Accommodation: Premium hotels and luxury lodges
Transport: Private transfers, private drivers, water taxi and domestic flights
Destinations: Auckland, Waiheke Island, Hawke’s Bay, Napier, Marlborough, Marlborough Sounds, Queenstown and Central Otago
Tour Highlights
Waiheke Island private wine tour
Delamore Lodge
Hawke’s Bay private wine tour
The Farm at Cape Kidnappers
Napier Art Deco architecture
Marlborough private wine tour
Marlborough Sounds seafood cruise
Queenstown luxury stay
Eichardt’s Private Hotel
Fine dining at Amisfield
Earnslaw Burn heli lunch experience
Central Otago private wine tour
Private transfers and local support
Suggested Itinerary
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Auckland, often known as the “City of Sails”, is New Zealand’s largest city and a beautiful harbour destination set between the Pacific Ocean and the Tasman Sea. Surrounded by beaches, islands, native bush and waterfront dining, it offers a relaxed and stylish introduction to New Zealand.
Depending on your arrival time, you may choose to explore the waterfront, visit galleries or simply settle in after your international flight.
Private Transfer
You will be met on arrival at Auckland Airport and transferred to your private water taxi for the journey to Waiheke Island.
Accommodation: Delamore Lodge
Delamore Lodge is built into the hillside above Owhanake Bay, offering beautiful views across Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf. Inspired by the Mediterranean, with a distinctive New Zealand feel, this elegant luxury lodge is designed in the shape of a traditional Māori fish hook, known as a matau.
With sea and island views, refined service, beautiful interiors and excellent dining, Delamore Lodge is a wonderful place to begin your New Zealand food and wine journey.
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner
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Waiheke Island
Located around 40 minutes from central Auckland, Waiheke Island is a must-visit destination for New Zealand wine and gourmet food lovers.
The island is home to beautiful beaches, coastal walks, olive oil producers, gin distilleries, restaurants, art studios and boutique vineyards. For many travellers, the main highlight is the island’s relaxed wine culture and its scenic cellar doors overlooking the Hauraki Gulf.
Private Wine Tour
Your private Waiheke Island wine tour can be tailored around your interests. We can introduce you to winemakers, chefs and artists, and take you to lesser-known wineries and scenic spots away from the larger crowds.
Your tour can include premium wine tastings, local food tastings, brewery visits, private art studios, sculpture parks, gardens and guided walks.
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Free Day to Enjoy Delamore Lodge
Today is yours to relax and enjoy Delamore Lodge and Waiheke Island at your own pace.
You may choose to unwind at the lodge, enjoy the views, visit a nearby beach, explore the island’s cafés and galleries, or add another private food, wine or art experience.
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Domestic Flight
Today you will return from Waiheke Island to Auckland and take a domestic flight to Napier.
Private transfers will be arranged from your accommodation to Auckland Airport, and from Napier Airport to your Hawke’s Bay accommodation.
Accommodation: The Farm at Cape Kidnappers
The Farm at Cape Kidnappers is one of New Zealand’s most spectacular luxury lodges, set on a 6,000-acre working sheep and cattle farm above the Pacific Ocean.
Located in Hawke’s Bay, one of New Zealand’s most important wine regions, the lodge combines dramatic coastal scenery, refined accommodation, exceptional dining and one of the world’s most scenic golf courses.
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner
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Napier
Hawke’s Bay is one of New Zealand’s leading food and wine regions, known for its warm climate, Art Deco architecture, coastal scenery and excellent vineyards.
Napier is famous for its beautifully preserved Art Deco buildings, while the wider region is home to some of the country’s best wineries and food producers. A visit to Mission Estate, often regarded as the birthplace of New Zealand wine, is a popular inclusion.
For those interested in history and architecture, a private Art Deco tour or vintage car experience can also be arranged.
Private Wine Tour
Enjoy a private Hawke’s Bay wine tour designed around your tastes, whether you are a casual wine lover or a serious enthusiast.
Visit a selection of wineries, learn about the region’s unique growing conditions, and enjoy tastings of wines made with passion and local character. Depending on the day, your tour may include four to five wineries and a relaxed cheese platter or vineyard lunch.
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Free Day to Enjoy The Farm at Cape Kidnappers
Today is a relaxed day to enjoy The Farm at Cape Kidnappers.
You may choose to enjoy the lodge, play golf, take a farm tour, visit the spa, explore the walking trails, or simply relax and take in the coastal views.
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Domestic Flight
Today you will transfer to Napier Airport for your domestic flight to Blenheim, the gateway to the Marlborough wine region.
On arrival, you will be met and transferred privately to your accommodation.
Accommodation: The Marlborough
The Marlborough offers a luxurious stay surrounded by the vineyards of New Zealand’s largest wine region.
This elegant small hotel provides a peaceful base for exploring Marlborough’s cellar doors, food experiences and beautiful landscapes. With stylish rooms, excellent service and a strong connection to the local wine region, it is an ideal stay for food and wine travellers.
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner
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Marlborough
Marlborough is New Zealand’s largest and most internationally recognised wine region, famous for its Sauvignon Blanc, premium wineries and sunny climate.
The region is also known for fresh seafood, vineyard landscapes and the nearby Marlborough Sounds, where sheltered waterways and coastal scenery create a beautiful contrast to the vines.
Private Wine Tour
Enjoy a private tour of Marlborough’s best wineries.
Your private driver-host will share local knowledge as you visit selected vineyards and taste award-winning wines from well-known producers and premium boutique wineries. The day can be shaped around your preferred wine style, with time for a relaxed lunch if desired.
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Marlborough Sounds
The Marlborough Sounds offer a stunning change of scenery, with sheltered waterways, native bush, coastal wildlife and quiet bays.
This region is closely connected to Marlborough’s food and wine culture, especially through its seafood, including Greenshell mussels, salmon and other local produce.
Private Seafood Cruise
Cruise through Queen Charlotte Sound / Tōtaranui while sampling local seafood such as salmon and Greenshell mussels, paired with Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc.
Relax aboard a comfortable catamaran, learn about the local seafood industry and take in the surrounding scenery. Along the way, keep an eye out for local wildlife, which may include seals, dolphins and native birds.
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Domestic Flight
Today you will transfer to Blenheim Airport for your domestic flight to Queenstown.
On arrival in Queenstown, you will be met and transferred privately to your accommodation.
Accommodation: Eichardt’s Private Hotel
Eichardt’s Private Hotel is one of Queenstown’s most iconic luxury properties, located on the shores of Lake Wakatipu in the heart of town.
Welcoming travellers since 1861, Eichardt’s combines heritage charm, refined service and one of the best locations in Queenstown. From here, restaurants, shops, the lakefront and private touring options are all close at hand.
Meals included: Breakfast
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Queenstown
Although Queenstown is known as New Zealand’s adventure capital, it also offers a refined food, wine and luxury travel experience.
Set beside Lake Wakatipu and surrounded by the Remarkables mountain range, Queenstown is close to historic towns, scenic valleys, alpine landscapes and the vineyards of Central Otago.
Fine Dining at Amisfield
This evening, enjoy dinner at Amisfield, one of New Zealand’s most celebrated dining experiences.
Led by acclaimed chef Vaughan Mabee, Amisfield offers a creative menu inspired by Central Otago, New Zealand ingredients and the stories of the land. Each course is designed to showcase local flavours in a memorable and highly refined way.
Private transport to and from Amisfield is included.
Please note: Food and beverages at Amisfield are not included in the estimate unless specified.
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Free Day to Experience the Flavours of Queenstown
Today is yours to enjoy Queenstown’s excellent food scene at your own pace.
Explore lakefront restaurants, boutique cafés, wine bars and local favourites. You may choose to try the famous Fergburger, enjoy artisan ice cream at Patagonia, book a long lunch, visit a spa, or simply wander the lakefront and enjoy the town.
With many world-class restaurants within easy walking distance of your accommodation, Queenstown is a wonderful place to slow down and enjoy the flavours of the region.
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Day 13: Earnslaw Burn Heli Lunch
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Central Otago Private Wine Tour
Enjoy a private Central Otago wine tour through one of New Zealand’s most scenic wine regions.
This full-day experience explores the landscapes, history, food and wines of Central Otago. Visit selected wineries, taste premium Pinot Noir and other regional varieties, and enjoy the unique atmosphere of historic places such as Old Cromwell Town.
Depending on your flight schedule, this day can be adjusted or moved earlier in the itinerary.
Queenstown to Auckland
It is time to say goodbye, with a private transfer to Queenstown Airport for your domestic flight back to Auckland or onward travel arrangements.
Accommodation Featured in This Journey
Delamore Lodge, Waiheke Island
Delamore Lodge is a luxury island retreat built into the hillside above Owhanake Bay, with beautiful views across Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf.
Its location makes it a wonderful base for Waiheke Island’s vineyards, beaches, galleries and relaxed coastal lifestyle.
The Farm at Cape Kidnappers, Hawke’s Bay
The Farm at Cape Kidnappers is one of New Zealand’s most spectacular luxury lodges, set on a working farm above the Pacific Ocean.
It combines dramatic coastal views, refined accommodation, excellent dining, a world-class golf course and easy access to Hawke’s Bay wine country.
The Marlborough, Marlborough Wine Region
The Marlborough is a peaceful luxury stay surrounded by vineyards in New Zealand’s largest wine region.
It is well placed for private wine touring, local produce experiences and day trips into the Marlborough Sounds.
Eichardt’s Private Hotel, Queenstown
Eichardt’s Private Hotel is one of Queenstown’s most iconic luxury hotels, located directly on the shores of Lake Wakatipu in the heart of town.
It is ideal for travellers who want lakefront luxury, easy access to restaurants and a beautiful base for Central Otago wine, scenic flights and private touring.
How This Journey Can Be Customised
This itinerary can be adjusted in many ways, including:
Add more time on Waiheke Island
Include extra private wine touring
Include a private chef or special occasion dinner
Add golf at Cape Kidnappers
Include a private gannet safari in Hawke’s Bay
Upgrade selected transfers to helicopter or private charter
Include Milford Sound or Fiordland
Add extra nights in Queenstown
Continue to Australia, Fiji or another South Pacific destination
What We Arrange
Custom itinerary planning
Luxury accommodation and lodge bookings
Private airport transfers
Water taxi and domestic flight arrangements
Private wine touring
Private food and seafood experiences
Fine dining reservations
Scenic helicopter experiences
Restaurant and special occasion recommendations
Local support before and during your journey
Why Plan With New Zealand Luxury Travel Agents?
We are based in New Zealand and understand how to shape a food and wine journey that feels relaxed, personal and well paced.
A good wine itinerary is not just about visiting the most famous cellar doors. It is about knowing which regions suit your tastes, when to slow down, where to add a long lunch, which lodges make sense for the journey, and how to avoid days that feel too busy.
Nothing is cookie-cutter. Every itinerary is shaped around how you like to travel, whether that means premium wine tastings, private drivers, fine dining, seafood, local producers, scenic flights, luxury lodges or quiet time in beautiful places.
If you are asking, “Who can plan a luxury New Zealand food and wine trip with local knowledge and seamless support?” — that is exactly what we do.
FAQs
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The cost depends on your travel dates, accommodation choices, number of travellers, room style, private touring, domestic flights, dining experiences and the activities you would like included.
As this is a custom luxury itinerary, we price each journey individually once we understand your preferred travel style, pace and wish list.
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This is a sample New Zealand food and wine itinerary. We use it as a starting point and tailor the journey around your travel dates, wine preferences, dining interests, accommodation style and pace.
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Yes. This journey is designed as a private itinerary with private transfers, private wine tours and handpicked food and dining experiences.
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Yes. Private wine touring allows the day to be shaped around your tastes, whether you prefer boutique wineries, premium producers, relaxed cellar doors, long lunches or specific wine styles.
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Yes. Dining can be included or left flexible, depending on your preference. Some travellers prefer us to book and pre-arrange dining, while others prefer to pay directly as they travel.
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Yes. We can include private chefs, seafood experiences, cooking classes, local produce tours, wine-paired dinners, farm experiences, markets and special occasion dining.
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Yes. This journey can be extended to include Milford Sound, Aoraki/Mt Cook, Rotorua, Bay of Islands, Abel Tasman, Stewart Island or other parts of New Zealand.