7 Night North Island Luxury Escapes – Deal on Now

Our New Zealand luxury holiday deals are carefully designed to take advantage of the best luxury experiences and accommodation the country has to offer. Choose North Island romantic getaways and enjoy wine tastings, hot springs, and beautiful lakes.

With our 7 Day North Island Luxury Itinerary, visit boutique wine regions, cruise the tranquil waters of Lake Rotoiti, and explore the geothermal landscape.

North Island romantic getaways offer unbeatable domestic deals for travellers. For a short time only, experience pure indulgence at an affordable price.

Our 7 Day North Island Luxury Itinerary is as follows:

• Day 1 – Arrive in Auckland, Fable Auckland including Daily Gourmet Breakfast for two
• Day 2 – Auckland-Waiheke Island, Essence of Waiheke Island Wine Tour including Lunch and a glass of Waiheke Wine or Beer
• Day 3 – Rotorua, Peppers on the Point including Daily Gourmet Breakfast for two
• Day 4 – Rotorua, Rotorua Canopy Tour
• Day 5 – Taupo, Hilton Lake Taupo including Daily Gourmet Breakfast for two
• Day 6 – Taupo
• Day 7 – Auckland
• Day 8 – Depart Auckland

Read on for more details on this luxury New Zealand North Island itinerary for 7 days.

7 Night North Island Luxury Escape | North Island Romantic Getaways

Day 1 Auckland

Your exclusive New Zealand experience begins in Auckland, the gateway to the North Island. In the evening enjoy Auckland’s nightlife or relax in your indulgent room.

Stay at Fable, Auckland. Located on lower Queen Street in the heart of the City, Fable Auckland, offers the best location, accommodation, and service the city has to offer. Lavishly designed and hinting at old world charm, Fable Auckland, features sumptuous dining options at Cooke’s Restaurant & Bar, serving international cuisine. Indulge in their wellbeing facilities including a jacuzzi, sauna and fitness room. Stay in their beautifully spacious luxury room, replete with luxurious bedding, state-of-the-art technology and complimentary Wi-Fi. Your stay includes a delectable daily breakfast.

Stay 2 nights in Auckland.

Accommodation: Fable Auckland

Day 2 Waiheke Island Wine Tour

Known as ‘New Zealand’s Island of Wine’, Waiheke has become home to a dedicated group of award-winning wine producers. With a unique micro-climate and the winemakers’ philosophy of “small is beautiful”, Waiheke has produced some of New Zealand’s most prestigious wines. On this tour, you will visit three of Waiheke’s top vineyards and sample a range of their wines. Along the way, enjoy a commentated scenic drive, learning about the Island’s history, geography, people and culture from your knowledgeable local guide. After your wine tasting experience, sit back, relax and enjoy a lunch and a glass of Waiheke wine or beer at a local favourite before heading back to the ferry. Includes a one course lunch and a glass of Waiheke wine or beer.

Day 3 Rotorua

Driving time Auckland to Rotorua 3 hours

Rotorua is known for crystal-clear streams and magical forests, bubbling mud pools, shooting geysers and natural hot springs. In addition, the region showcases our fascinating Maori culture. Rotorua also offers an adventure scene with an epic network of biking trails, walking trails and adventure activities such as rafting and tree-top zip lining.

Your luxury lodge, Peppers on the Point, is a former 1930s mansion which has retained its distinct charm and design throughout. Surrounded by the sparkling waters of Lake Rotorua, Peppers on the Point is an intimate luxury retreat featuring spectacular views to the historic Mokoia Island.

This stunning retreat offers the perfect base for experiencing New Zealand’s rich culture. Or you can simply relax and enjoy the tranquility of this stunning location. Discover the comfort of the inviting entertainment rooms with open fireplaces or unwind in your luxury suite. Without leaving the property, you can indulge in a heavenly massage at the onsite spa, try fly fishing from the private beach, enjoy water sports and tennis or even spend your day boating. Peppers on the Point’s dining room is also renowned for serving fabulous New Zealand cuisine accompanied by the finest local and international wines. It is an experience not to be missed. Your stay includes daily gourmet breakfast.

Stay 2 nights in Rotorua.

Accommodation: Peppers on the Point Rotorua

Day 4 Rotorua + Rotorua Canopy Tour

Start your day with a Rotorua Canopy Tour an unforgettable zip-lining experience set in ancient forest. Experience New Zealand like it once was from the top of the forest canopy. Your amazing kiwi guides will lead your personal and unforgettable adventure. They are highly trained to keep you safe, make you smile, teach you amazing things and create memories that last you a lifetime.

In the afternoon, explore Rotorua and all that it offers!

Day 5 Taupo

Driving time Rotorua to Taupo 1 hour

The lakeside town of Taupo provides a base for visitors who love to relax and explore the local geothermal phenomena. Popular Taupo experiences include geothermal walks, lake cruises, New Zealand’s first public cable wakeboarding park, and guided kayak expeditions to see the rock carvings at Mine Bay.

With the recent completion of the Great Lake Trail, Lake Taupo is a fantastic region for year-round mountain biking. Along with cycling, there is excellent hiking within Tongariro National Park and golf opportunities at two of New Zealand’s premier Marquee courses.

Stay at Hilton Lake Taupo and enjoy views over Lake Taupo and the surrounding volcanic scenery. Hilton Taupo’s 19th-century building combines Victorian charm with modern styling, just 10 minutes from the Taupo town centre. From your room admire the impressive views of nearby Thermal Valley and unwind in style. Hotel facilities will impress and include a thermally-heated pool and spa, tennis courts, a fitness centre, and lake-view dining from the on-site restaurant balcony. Your stay includes a delectable daily breakfast.

Stay 2 nights in Taupo.

Accommodation: Hilton Lake Taupo

Day 6 Taupo

Today is spent at your leisure, either relaxing at your luxury hotel, or exploring what Taupo has to offer.

Visit the Huka Falls, where you can witness the phenomenon of natural hydro power with more than 220,000 litres of water per sec barreling over an 11meter high waterfall.  Take a kayak or boat tour around the scenic Western Bays of Lake Taupō to see the huge Māori rock carving at Mine Bay. Get active and hike the Tongariro Alpine Crossing on a guided tour – often described as New Zealand’s greatest day walk; lava flows, an active crater, steam vents, emerald-coloured lakes and magnificent views combine to make this an unforgettable walking journey. Or fuel your adventurous side by skydiving, bungy jumping, jet boating or rafting.

Featured: Guided Tongariro Alpine Crossing Hike

Day 7 Auckland

Driving time Taupo to Auckland 4 hours

Your exclusive New Zealand experience ends in Auckland City. Spend the afternoon relaxing in the city and sampling the exciting culinary scene, or venture to vast black sand beaches.

Stay 1 night in Auckland.

Accommodation: Fable Auckland

Day 8 Depart Auckland

As your unforgettable holiday draws to a close, soak in the views one last time before departing Auckland at your leisure.

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