Both Islands · Journey idea · 7–12 nights
The Honeymoon Escape
Auckland → Waiheke → Queenstown → Fiordland
- Best Feb–Apr or Sep–Nov
- Relaxed pace
- Premium · Luxury
Overview
Slow mornings, private guides and design lodges — an unhurried journey for two, ending in the fiords.
- Waiheke vineyards
- Private heli-picnic
- Design lodge stays
- Overnight Doubtful Sound
Best time
Feb–Apr or Sep–Nov
Settled weather, fewer people at the lodges, and autumn colour or spring blossom in Central Otago.
Pace
Relaxed
Two- and three-night stays, short drives.
Works at
Premium · Luxury
Comfort levels this route suits — mix them along the way.
Who it suits
7–12 nights
Couples who want quiet mornings, a few unforgettable days and someone else handling every detail.
Shape it to your dates
The same route works at 7–12 nights. Pick the shape that's closest — we start from there, and the quote is built for your dates and group.
Need something in between, or longer? Say so in the enquiry — every shape is a starting point.
The route
Day numbers below follow the 9-day classic shape.
Day by day
Day 1–3
Auckland
Day 4–5
Waiheke
Day 6–8
Queenstown
Day 9
Fiordland
The sculpted edge of the world
What you’ll do
1 night in Fiordland
Your route
Day 1–3 · Auckland
Where you’ll stay
Pick a comfort level and we match every night to it — or mix and match along the way.
Comfort
Well-located 3–4 star hotels & motels
Premium
Boutique 4–5 star and standout lodges
Luxury
Design lodges, suites and private touches
Experiences on this journey
What’s included
- Accommodation
- In-country transport & transfers
- Listed experiences
- Day-by-day itinerary
- 24/7 local support
Not included
- International flights
- NZeTA / IVL / visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Some meals
- Optional add-ons
Make it yours
This is a journey idea, not a package, so there's no price on it — the cost depends on your dates, group, stays and pace. Tell us what you have in mind and a local planner will shape the route with you and send a written quote in New Zealand dollars. No obligation.