Spectacular New Zealand - Golf

Spectacular New Zealand

Spectacular New Zealand This golfing adventure takes you to the best golf courses and lodges New Zealand has to offer. Fly into Auckland and then connect to Keri Keri and spend two nights at Kauri Cliffs lodge overlooking the Bay of Islands. The golf will start with a ‘bang’ at spectacular Kauri Cliffs.

Next you fly into Taupo where you are greeted by a traditional Maori ‘Haka’ before golf at Wairakei International and Kinloch, considered to be one of New Zealand's best courses. Two nights are enjoyed at the world famous Huka Lodge Then you travel in a luxury coach south to Napier for lunch and a winery tour at The Craggy Range winery. Then settle in for two nights at “The Farm” at Cape Kidnappers Lodge.

Craggy Range Winery

Gather your strength because the next day you are facing the elements at the always challenging Cape Kidnappers - rated one of the top courses in the world.

You leave Napier and fly south to Queenstown where you will spend three nights at Matakauri Lodge. You play two very scenic courses in Jack's Point and The Hills, and do a spectacular sightseeing trip to Milford Sound.

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BAY OF ISLANDS

DAY 2: BAY OF ISLANDS, KAURI CLIFFS Full breakfast Indulge in a full day of golf at Kauri Cliffs.

Accommodation: Kauri Cliffs Lodge Dinner at Kauri Cliffs Lodge

Kauri Cliffs GC

TAUPO

Kinloch Golf Course

CAPE KIDNAPPERS

Cape Kidnappers

QUEENSTOWN

THE HILLS GC, QUEENSTOWN

QUEENSTOWN

Jack’s Point GC

THE GOLF COURSES KAURI CLIFFS GOLF COURSE The Bay of Islands, near Kerikeri on the north island in New Zealand has one of the most spectacular vistas to be found anywhere in the world. This vista is the backdrop to Kauri Cliffs, making it a gorgeous place to stay and play golf. This par 72 championship golf course measures 6,510 metres and offers five sets of tees to challenge every skill level. Fifteen holes view the Pacific Ocean, six of which are played alongside cliffs which plunge to the sea. The beautiful inland holes wind through marsh, forest and farmland.

Kauri Cliffs

WAIRAKEI INTERNATIONAL GOLF COURSE

Set in 450 acres of beautiful rolling countryside, Wairakei International Golf Course has three water hazards and 108 bunkers.

The course was designed to be New Zealand’s first internationalstandard course and is ranked in the Top 20 courses in the world outside the United States.

THE KINLOCH CLUB

The Kinloch Club is the only Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course in New Zealand. It is an 18 hole Championship par 72 golf course. The 18 holes blend into the natural landscape of the property with views of lake Taupo throughout the back nine. The movement in the greens , the wild bunkering , the wonderful looping routing , and uniquely natural holes will keep you wanting to see what is around the next corner.

Kinloch

THE GOLF COURSES CAPE KIDNAPPERS GOLF COURSE This spectacular course sits atop an extraordinary sandstone headland that protrudes into the Pacific Ocean at Hawkes Bay. Designed by legendary golf architect Tom Doak, the Cape Kidnappers par 71 golf course measures 6,510 meters and has been hailed as one of the great modern marvels in

Cape Kidnappers

golf.

JACK’S POINT GOLF COURSE

The Jacks Point golf course is bounded by the Remarkables mountain range and Lake Wakatipu. The Remarkable mountain range towers over you, and the course traverses through a number of significantly different terrains including cliff top holes overlooking the lake, swampy lowlands, rocky high country and back to the clubhouse at the valley bottom.

THE HILLS GOLF COURSE

The Hills was designed by Darby Partners and opened in 2007 to host the New Zealand Open. Set over 500 acres of land across a glacial valley, the layout highlights the dramatic elevation changes and rocky schist outcrops that are a feature of the course. The beauty of the lakes, waterways and wetland areas are complimented by a stunning array of sculptures made by local and international artists.

The Hills

THE LODGES KAURI CLIFFS LODGE, BAY OF ISLANDS Set on 6,000 acres near Matauri Bay, Northland, The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs offers spectacular panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, Cape Brett and offshore Cavalli Islands. The deluxe suites offer a spacious bedroom with sitting area and fireplace, opening out to a large private balcony, nestled in a native forest overlooking the renowned Kauri Cliffs links and sea, and only a short walk from the plantation-style main lodge. The main lodge, which overlooks the golf course and the Pacific Ocean, consists of a spacious beamed living room, meeting room, card room, and small computer room.

Dining is available in the main dining room or on the verandas.

Kauri Cliffs Lodge

HUKA LODGE, TAUPO Founded in the 1920s, Huka Lodge is considered to be the iconic New Zealand retreat. Sought by the world’s most discerning travellers and enjoying an unrivalled riverside location, offering superb hospitality and an attentiveness as palpable as the force of the Waikato River itself.

Huka Lodge

THE LODGES THE FARM CAPE KIDNAPPERS Set atop 6,000 rolling acres of pasture land, The Farm at Cape Kidnappers offers 5 star luxury. The cluster of luxury lodge buildings are suggestive of a working farm – a marriage of river stone and weathered wood, the buildings combine rustic and textured materials with comfortable modern furniture.

The Farm Cape Kidnappers

MATAKAURI LODGE, QUEENSTOWN

Matakauri Lodge is an alpine lakeside retreat nestled in one of the world's most serenely beautiful landscapes. Spectacularly situated on Lake Wakatipu and only seven minutes from Queenstown. The Main Lodge offers accommodation in twelve luxurious guest rooms and suites. Each suite offers a private porch, bedroom with sitting area and open fireplace, walk-in wardrobes and a bathroom. All nestled in native forest overlooking the lake and the mountain panorama.

Offering guests a range of indoor and outdoor dining options; including superb private dining. Facilities include a full service luxury spa, infinity pool and a fully equipped fitness centre.

SIGHTSEEING TO MILFORD SOUND

FLY-CRUISE-FLY Fly from Queenstown to magnificent Milford Sound and enjoy a spectacular view of the mountains, lakes and fiords of the Fiord land National Park.

Cruise the full length of breathtaking Milford Sound.

Fly back to Queenstown via the famous Sutherland Falls and glaciers of the Fiord land National Park.

(Other options including helicopter flights and jet boats are available, at extra cost) •

MILFORD SOUND

Package Details THE SPECTACULAR NEW ZEALAND PACKAGE PACKAGE INCLUDES: 9 nights accommodation – 2 nights Kauri Cliffs Lodge Deluxe Suite, 2 nights Huka Lodge Junior Suite, 2 nights Cape Kidnappers Hilltop Suite, 3 nights Matakauri Lodge Suite room.

Your stay at all lodges includes pre-dinner drinks with hors d’oeuvres, gourmet dinner and full breakfast.

Green fees for 6 rounds of golf and carts at: Kauri Cliffs, Wairakei, Kinloch, Cape Kidnappers, The Hills and Jack’s Point Golf Courses.

Traditional Maori welcome in Taupo Lunch and winery tour at Craggy Range winery All transfers by private air-conditioned coach, as per itinerary Sightseeing tour to Milford Sound with Fly-Cruise-Fly Local knowledge and support throughout the trip.

PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE: Air fares, both international and internal flights Travel Insurance Personal items, meals (other than those mentioned in itinerary) and gratuities

Terms and Conditions Trip Availability If this trip seems right for you please contact The Travelling Golfer to check availability, as numbers are limited on our small group tours. Many of our trips require us to make bookings on your behalf, such as golf course bookings and internal flights. To ensure you can be part of our trip we ask you to check availability at the earliest. Contact peter@thetravellinggolfer.com.au to enquire about this trip.

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