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Vineyard rows on a hillside on Waiheke Island

JOURNEY 03 / FOOD & WINE

A Taste of New Zealand

SUGGESTED DURATION12 days
PLACES TO DISCOVERAuckland · Rotorua · Napier · Wellington
Make it yours ↗

A JOURNEY TO IMAGINE

Island vineyards, local tables, and a capital with a generous appetite. Follow the North Island through food, wine, and culture, allowing long lunches and conversations with local hosts to shape your days.

YOUR JOURNEY, AT A GLANCE

The places along the way.

Journey map: Auckland to Rotorua to Napier to WellingtonNumbered destination markers on a geographic outline. Dashed connections show an indicative sequence, not roads or confirmed transport.1. Auckland12. Rotorua23. Napier34. Wellington4NEW ZEALANDN
  1. 01Auckland
  2. 02Rotorua
  3. 03Napier
  4. 04Wellington

Indicative connections · Regional locations are approximate.

Map outline: Natural Earth

Auckland and Waiheke

Start with harbor dining and a guided introduction to Waiheke’s wine country. Leave room for a coastal walk and a lunch that stretches into the afternoon.

Rotorua to Hawke’s Bay

Connect Māori-hosted experiences in Rotorua with Hawke’s Bay’s producers and vineyards. Napier’s Art Deco streets bring another layer to the journey.

Wellington’s creative table

Finish with Wellington’s coffee, galleries, and neighborhood dining. A Wairarapa extension can add countryside stays and more time among local vineyards.

ANOTHER WAY TO EXPLORESouth Island: Scenery & Adventure

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PERSONAL TRAVEL PLANNING

Your journey starts
with a conversation.

Tell Ed what draws you to New Zealand. Together, we can turn an idea into a journey that feels thoughtfully yours.