Epic Kiwi Adventure
The Ultimate New Zealand Golf Tour
Experience the very best of golf in New Zealand on this ultimate itinerary. Starting at the adventure capital of Queenstown, discover picturesque courses surrounded by the soaring indigo heights of the Remarkables. Fly north to the dramatic cliff-top Cape Kidnappers in Hawke's Bay, continue to the geothermal heart of Lake Taupo for the Jack Nicklaus-designed Kinloch, and finish in cosmopolitan Auckland.
Seven rounds on some of the most dramatic golf courses on Earth, four luxury stops, a Milford Sound helicopter tour or overnight cruise, thermal pools, Maori Rock Carvings, vineyard tours, and a welcome dinner with a 4-course 'Trust the Chef' experience. You won't be disappointed.
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Jack's Point & The HillsTwo Queenstown icons beneath the Remarkables.
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Cape Kidnappers (Tom Doak)World Top 50 — cliff-top North Island drama.
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Kinloch (Jack Nicklaus)NZ's only Nicklaus Signature on Lake Taupo.
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Milford Sound Helicopter/CruiseIncluded — choose your adventure.
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4-Course Trust the Chef DinnerWelcome dinner at Millbrook.
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Domestic Flight QT → NapierIncluded — saves a full day of driving.
Day by Day
A suggested flow for your 13 days across both islands.
Welcome to Queenstown
Arrive at Queenstown Airport. Private transfer to Millbrook Resort in Arrowtown (20 minutes). Check in to this 5-star alpine retreat set against the Remarkables. Welcome dinner tonight — a 4-course 'Trust the Chef' experience at the resort.
Alpine Amphitheatre
Step out of the resort and onto the course. Millbrook — 27 holes in a natural alpine amphitheatre with the Remarkables as backdrop. Par 72, 7,174 yards. Afternoon: explore Arrowtown's historic gold-mining village.
2,300 Metres of Drama
Jack's Point — 2,300 vertical metres of the Remarkables mountain range towering above you, Lake Wakatipu shimmering below. Par 72, 6,986 yards. One of the most photographed golf courses in the world.
NZ Open Host
The Hills — Sir Michael Hill's passion project and home of the NZ Open. Par 72, 6,685 yards. Sculptural art installations dot the fairways. Afternoon: thermal pools or jet-boating on the Shotover.
Fiordland Adventure
Full-day glacier helicopter tour or overnight cruise to Milford Sound — one of the great natural wonders of the world. Towering fiords, waterfalls, and dolphins. Included in the package.
Adventure Capital
A free day in Queenstown. Options: bungee jumping, gondola ride to Bob's Peak, Central Otago winery tour, TSS Earnslaw steamship cruise, or simply relax at Millbrook's spa.
Fly North to the Cliffs
Domestic flight from Queenstown to Napier (included). Private transfer to Porters Boutique Hotel in Havelock North (30 minutes). Settle in to this charming boutique in the heart of Hawke's Bay wine country.
World Top 50 Cliffs
Cape Kidnappers — Tom Doak's masterpiece routed along 500-foot cliffs above Hawke's Bay. Par 71, 7,119 yards. World Top 50. The most dramatic course you will ever play. Afternoon: vineyard tour in Hawke's Bay.
Into Geothermal Country
Drive to Lake Taupo (approx. 2 hours). Check in to The Kinloch Club — perched above the shores of New Zealand's largest lake. Afternoon: Lake Taupo cruise to see the famous Maori Rock Carvings (included).
NZ's Only Nicklaus Signature
The Kinloch Club — Jack Nicklaus's only signature course in New Zealand, on the shores of Lake Taupo. Par 72, 6,519 yards. Sir Bob Charles called it "the finest course in Australasia." Transfer to Auckland after the round (approx. 3.5 hours).
Auckland's Inland Links
Windross Farm — a unique inland links-style layout 30 minutes south of Auckland. Par 72, 6,112 yards. Return to the Hilton Auckland on Princes Wharf. Evening free in the city.
Hauraki Gulf Views
Gulf Harbour — championship golf with panoramic views of the Hauraki Gulf, a short drive from the city. Par 72, 6,013 yards. Farewell dinner tonight in Auckland — restaurant booked for you.
Ka kite anō
Full breakfast at the Hilton, then transfer to Auckland Airport.
The Courses You'll Play
Seven courses from Queenstown's alpine drama to Auckland's harbour views — the complete New Zealand rotation.
27 holes in an alpine amphitheatre.
2,300m of the Remarkables above you.
Sir Michael Hill's passion project.
Tom Doak's cliff-top masterpiece.
NZ's only Nicklaus Signature.
30 minutes south of Auckland.
Championship golf with gulf panoramas.
Luxury Accommodation
Four stops from alpine Queenstown to cosmopolitan Auckland.
What's Included
Transparent from the start — here's exactly what you get with this itinerary.
Golf & Accommodation
- 7 rounds on NZ's finest courses
- 12 nights across 4 luxury hotels
- Buffet breakfast daily
- Welcome dinner at Millbrook (4-course Trust the Chef)
Experiences & Transport
- Glacier helicopter tour or Milford Sound cruise
- Lake Taupo cruise to Maori Rock Carvings
- Thermal pools
- Domestic flight: Queenstown → Napier
- Private transfers throughout
Our Complimentary Extras
Every trip includes these exclusive value-adds — our way of saying thank you.
- 24/7 golf hotline
- Local knowledge & support
- All taxes & service charges
New Zealand Attractions
Milford Sound, thermal pools, and Maori heritage.
The Gallery
Queenstown to Auckland — the epic Kiwi adventure.
Ready for the Epic Kiwi Adventure?
Every itinerary is fully customizable. Change hotels, swap courses, extend your stay, or combine with another region. Tell us what you want — we'll build it.