If you're a couple who love the outdoors and adventure then New Zealand should be top of your list for a luxury honeymoon.
If the jaw-dropping scenery, award-winning wines and friendly locals don't put a smile on your face then nothing will. Well, apart from the fact you'll just be married, of course.
Dwarfed by its neighbour Australia (which is in fact more than 2,000km away), New Zealand is a country of two halves, and a great bespoke New Zealand honeymoon itinerary will take you to both.
On New Zealand's North Island, you'll the capital, 'Windy' Wellington, and the country’s largest city, Auckland – for most, the point of entry. It has everything you need to relax: great beaches, from the subtropical Bay of Islands to Palliser; mountains, lakes, hot springs and geysers, a wealth of outdoor and cultural Maori activities and a friendly, welcoming cities.
If adventure is your thing, the great outdoors on the South Island will be your playground. In Queenstown, adrenaline runs through the veins. As well as being the gateway to the Southern Alps on Lake Wakatipu, you have a plethora of activity choices, from hiking for the more timid to jet-boating, white-water rafting, skydiving and bungee jumping for the adventurous.
Further north on the South Island, you’ll find some of the best white wine vineyards in the world, where you can taste Sauvignon Blanc until the cows come home. You'll also find Mount Cook (New Zealand’s highest peak), a clutch of glaciers, more wine, castles, the incredible turquoise waters of Hokitika Gorge, and the stunning Milford Sound.
Paradise on earth? You decide: call us for a bespoke New Zealand honeymoon in 2024, 2025 or beyond.
Tell us more about your New Zealand travel plans, and we'll create a tailor-made honeymoon, just for you.
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OUR NEW ZEALAND LUXURY ACCOMMODATION PICKS:
EAGLES NEST
Bay Of Islands, North Island
A multi-award winning New Zealand retreat has its own private ridge line offering spectacular views of the Bay of Islands. Four of the five world class villas offers its own private heated horizon edged infinity pool, and all offer private Jacuzzis, air conditioning, home theatre system, Ecostore amenities and fully equipped gourmet kitchen.
FJORDLAND LODGE
Te Anau, South Island
A Fjordland Lodge is on the edge of almost 1.2 million hectares of mountain, lake, fiord and rainforest environment. Perched on a hill on the edge of lake Te Anau, the lodge prides itself on offering a very high standard of customer care, never obtrusive, but always on hand. There are no 'dinner jacket requirements' here, only relaxation.
HUKA LODGE
Taupo, North Island
Enter a world where elegant and generous hospitality meets sophistication and style. Huka Lodge pride in being one of the top luxury lodges in New Zealand. Escape to one of the exclusive private cottages at Huka Lodge for the ultimate honeymoon experience. Nestled on the banks of the Waikato River, you'll feel right at home.
AZUR LODGE
Queenstown, South Island
This contemporary, luxury lodge is located on a hilltop overlooking some of the best scenery on the South Island. You get the best of both worlds here: the feeling of privacy and remoteness, and yet in 5-minutes you can be in adrenaline-filled Queenstown. Dubbed 'the total experience', we can't disagree.
TAILORED JOURNEYS HONEYMOON EXTRAS:
Dedicated honeymoon portal
Gift registry account
Room upgrades, depending on availability
Honeymoon extras in your room
Romantic tables for your meals, where possible
Free bottle of champagne or sparkling wine
Included airport transfers in the UK
Exclusive recommendations to add to your trip
Perfect for:
Adventure, beach, honeymoon, family, wellness and diving
Time difference:
GMT+ 10 hours
When to go:
October to May
International Airports:
Auckland (AKL), Wellington(WLG), Christchurch(CHC)
Flight duration:
24 hours approx
Vaccinations:
Some are recommended or required by the Centres for Disease Control and the World Health Organisation (WHO).
Tailored Journeys is about helping you explore one of the most fascinating and beautiful regions on earth, in style. Even if – especially if – you don’t know where to start, call us now to talk about creating your own Tailored Journey – and let the dream begin.
