New Zealand's Finest 20 days-11 Rounds of Golf

Auckland
Auckland’s blend of harbour, islands, Polynesian culture and modern city environment has created a lifestyle ranked amongst the best in the world. The natural assets of Auckland have made it a dream destination for all kinds of travellers, from doing-it-on-the-cheap backpackers to cost-is-no-issue super yacht owners. Welcome to Auckland, our largest and most diverse city. Being at the narrowest point of the North Island it literally stretches itself from one side of the country to the other – from the Pacific Ocean to the Tasman Sea. This means, wherever you are in Auckland, you’re never far from the water. From big wild rolling surf beaches to a beautiful gulf scattered with tranquil holiday islands, the sea and all its attractions are why this is known as the City of Sails. From some of New Zealand’s best shopping and dining experiences to a cruise on the beautiful gulf harbour – a few days in Auckland is the perfect beginning or end to your vacation in New Zealand.
Activity recommendations:
• Waiheke Island wine and food experience.
• Harbour Bridge climb & bungee jump.
• Shopping in Parnell and Ponsonby.
• Americas yacht sailing experience.
• Fishing for Snapper on the harbour.
• Enjoying the panoramic views from Mount Eden or exploring the black sandy beaches on the West Coast.
Bay of Islands

The Bay of Islands is one of New Zealand’s great holiday destinations - enjoyed by 'Kiwis' and international visitors alike. This is authentic New Zealand - both stunningly beautiful and historically significant. With a sub-tropical climate, you can enjoy beach and water activities, go exploring one of the many nature walks, swim with dolphins, charter a boat to go fishing or to explore the 144 different islands in our bay. The Bay of Islands was where the first European settlers arrived, and where they forged the first relationships with local Maori - not always a friendly experience! The famous Treaty of Waitangi became the founding document for our new nation, and is celebrated every year at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Each town in the Bay of Islands has its own unique culture and lifestyle - from the more up-market lifestyle focus of Kerikeri, to bustling Paihia with its focus on providing a great visitor experience, to the calming historic atmosphere of Waitangi and the Haruru Falls, and the beautiful and sometimes quirky sea-side town of Russell.
Activity recommendations:
• Explore the Islands by charter boat.
• A day trip to Ninety Mile Beach and Cape Reinga.
• Visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds.
• A day trip to Hokianga and the Waipoua Kauri Forest.
• Visit the beautiful town of Russell.
• Diving, snorkelling and swimming with dolphins.
 
 New Zealand's Finest 20 days-11 Rounds of Golf 10th January 2024

PACKAGE INCLUSIONS min 16  golfers

11 rounds of golf (Titirangi, Kauri Cliffs, Gulf Harbour, Wairakei International, Kinloch, Cape Kidnappers, Paraparaumu, Millbrook, Kelvin Heights and Jacks Point x 2)
Electric carts at each course.
19 night's 4 & 5 star hotel accommodation with breakfast.
Welcome dinner in Auckland and farewell dinner in Queenstown (Walter Peak Farm).
Dinner in Wellington on the evening of day 12.
Transfers and touring in a late model air-conditioned Mercedes minivan with local guide.
Domestic flight between Wellington and Queenstown.
Golf competitions with prizes and golfing merchandise.
24 hour on-call assistance from your Playing Around New Zealand tour office.
New Zealand goods & services tax (GST) at 15%

OPTIONAL EXTRAS

Golf and activity bookings on leisure days.
Sightseeing and activity program for non-golfers.
Accommodation before and after the tour.

Rates
4760 EUR p/p twin share              Non Golfer: 2730 EUR             Single: 1670 EUR supplement

Schedule

Day 1: Auckland (Thursday January 10th 2024)
Morning / Afternoon: Complimentary transfer from Auckland arrival point to the Stamford Plaza Hotel.
Evening: Welcome dinner at Orbit Restaurant (Auckland Sky Tower)
Accommodation: Stamford Plaza Hotel - Deluxe Room
                                
Day 2: Auckland (Friday January 11th)
Morning: Golf at Titirangi Golf Club
Afternoon / Evening: At leisure with option of two hour complimentary tour of Auckland conducted by your guide.
Accommodation: Stamford Plaza Hotel - Deluxe Room

Day 3: Auckland - Bay of Islands (Saturday January 12th)
Morning: Travel to Paihia.
Afternoon / Evening: At leisure.
Accommodation: Waterfront Suites - Poolside Suite

Day 4: Bay of Islands (Sunday January 13th)
Morning: Golf at Kauri Cliffs.
Afternoon / Evening: At leisure.
Accommodation: Waterfront Suites - Poolside Suite

Day 5: Bay of Islands (Monday January 14th)
Leisure Day:
Options: Complimentary tour to Cape Reinga conducted by your guide. Transfer to local golf courses including Waitangi, Kerikeri, Kauri Cliffs or Carrington. (golf at own expense)
Booking service for a host of Bay of Islands activities (please see Bay of Islands guide)
Accommodation: Waterfront Suites - Poolside Suite

Day 6: Bay of Islands - Auckland (Tuesday January 15th)
Morning: Travel to Gulf Harbour (Auckland)
Afternoon: Golf at Gulf Harbour.
Accommodation: Stamford Plaza Hotel - Deluxe Room

Day 7: Auckland - Rotorua - Taupo (Wednesday January 16th)
Morning: Travel to Rotorua.
Afternoon: At leisure in Rotorua (please see Rotorua guide)
Evening: At leisure in Taupo.
Accommodation: Hilton Hotel Taupo - Guest Room

Day 8: Taupo (Thursday January 17th)
Morning: Golf at Wairakei International.
Afternoon / Evening: At leisure. Booking service for several Taupo activities (please see Taupo guide)
Accommodation: Hilton Hotel Taupo - Guest Room

Day 9: Taupo (Friday January 18th)
Morning: Golf at Kinloch.
Afternoon: Option of complimentary tour of Taupo conducted by your guide.
Accommodation: Hilton Hotel Taupo - Guest Room

Day 10: Taupo - Hawke's Bay (Saturday January 19th)
Morning: Travel to Hawke's Bay.
Afternoon / Evening: At leisure with option of complimentary Hawke's Bay wine tour conducted by your guide.
Accommodation: Te Pania Hotel - Superior Room (Ocean View)

Day 11: Hawke's Bay (Sunday January 20th)
Morning: Golf at Cape Kidnappers.
Afternoon / Evening: At leisure. Booking service for several Hawke's Bay activities (please see Hawke's Bay guide)
Accommodation: Te Pania Hotel - Superior Room (Ocean View)

Day 12: Hawke's Bay - Wellington (Monday January 21st)
Morning: Travel to Wellington.
Afternoon: Golf at Paraparaumu.
Evening: Dinner at the Bolton Hotel.
Accommodation: Bolton Hotel - Classic Hotel Room

Day 13: Wellington (Tuesday January 22nd)
Leisure Day: Booking service for a host of Wellington activities (please see Wellington guide)
Accommodation: Bolton Hotel - Classic Hotel Room

Day 14: Wellington - Queenstown (Wednesday January 23rd)
Morning: Domestic flight to Queenstown.
Afternoon / Evening: At leisure.
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Hotel - Courtyard Room

Day 15: Queenstown (Thursday January 24th)
Morning: Golf at Millbrook.
Afternoon / Evening: At leisure. Booking service for several Queenstown activities (please see Queenstown guide)
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Hotel - Courtyard Room

Day 16: Queenstown (Friday January 25th)
Morning: Golf at Jacks Point.
Afternoon / Evening: At leisure.
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Hotel - Courtyard Room

Day 17: Queenstown (Saturday January 26th)
Leisure Day: Booking service for several Queenstown activities (please see Queenstown guide)
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Hotel - Courtyard Room

Day 18: Queenstown (Sunday January 27th)
Morning: Golf at Kelvin Heights (Queenstown Golf Club)
Afternoon / Evening: At leisure.
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Hotel - Courtyard Room

Day 19: Queenstown (Monday January 28th)
Morning: Golf at Jacks Point.
Evening: TSS Earnslaw scenic cruise followed by carvery buffet dinner at Walter Peak Farm.
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Hotel - Courtyard Room

Day 20: Queenstown (Tuesday January 29th)
Departure Day: Complimentary airport transfer to meet departing flight.

Highlights of Itinerary

Play golf at the best golf courses that New Zealand has to offer including scenic Cape Kidnappers Golf Course, listed as the best course in the world by The Daily Telegraph (UK). Paraparaumu, one of the finest links courses in the world and two rounds at the stunning Jacks Point.
Scenic touring through some of the most picturesque parts of New Zealand in a luxury air conditioned Mercedes minivan with experienced driver / guide.
Quality accommodation, conveniently located to golf courses and attractions.
Activity options include sailing in the Bay of Islands, the geothermal and cultural delights of Rotorua, a tour of the finest vineyards in Hawke's Bay and Central Otago, scenic flights and a trip to Milford Sound.
Friendly golf competition with daily prizes.
Welcome and farewell dinners at top local restaurants.

Special Notes

This tour is open to a maximum of sixteen guests.
There will be a maximum of eight guests to each twelve seat Mercedes minivan and each will be driven by an experienced and friendly local tour guide.
Two vehicles provide more flexibility than one large coach. Guests will experience the benefits of a small private tour, yet enjoy being part of an organised group golf tour.
These tours have guaranteed departures.
Golfers of all abilities and ages are welcome.
Additional sightseeing trips and rounds of golf are available every day.

History
Conceived in 1914, Titirangi Golf Club began on a course at One Tree Hill in Auckland and grew with the development of Auckland City both as a place to play golf and as a social outlet for its many members. In 1919 it added its own course at New Lynn to the leased land on the Hill.

In 1927, the great golf course architect Dr. Alister MacKenzie re-designed the New Lynn course to make it both an outstanding test of golf and a truly beautiful place to play the game. He called the land "exceptionally well adapted for golf, undulating, without being hilly". He later went on to design legendary courses such as Augusta National, Royal Melbourne and Cypress Point. Today Titirangi is consistently rated as one New Zealand's top five courses.

From Fringe of Heaven: The Centenary History of Titirangi Golf Club
by Desmond Wood (2009).
 
Titirangi Golf Club

Titirangi is a world-class golf course situated in a beautiful bushland setting between the lower slopes of the Waitakere Ranges and the Manukau Harbour. Founded in 1909, it is a private members club but offers limited playing opportunities for New Zealand and overseas visitors.   Titirangi is ranked as one of New Zealand's top courses and is the only one in the country designed by Dr. Alister MacKenzie. MacKenzie's designs are notable for their sensitivity to the nature of the original site and he is admired for producing holes that offer an ideal balance of risk and reward. After designing Titirangi in 1927, MacKenzie went on to design some of the world's top courses including Augusta, Cypress Point and Royal Melbourne.
2009 saw the finish of an extensive multi-million dollar upgrade programme, confirming Titirangi's reputation as the best golf course in Auckland. The par 70 course features elevated tees, rolling fairways, challenging bunkers and greens with pronounced undulations. Its par 3's face the four points of the compass so no matter what the weather conditions, you experience a different test on each hole.
Titirangi Golf Club has a long history of hosting great players from all over the world and has been the venue for many international tournaments, including the New Zealand Open Championship. The course is just over 6025 metres off the championship tees and offers a genuine challenge to golfers of all levels. 

We look forward to welcoming you with our Kiwi hospitality, only 20 minutes from Auckland City.