Golf Vacation New Zealand - 10 Day North Island Tour

Day 1 - Auckland
Arrive Auckland. Your vehicle will be at the airport ready and waiting. Auckland is home of the America's Cup, the world's most elite yachting competition and is also the world's oldest sporting trophy. Relax at one of the bars, café's or restaurants on the waterfront in the America's Cup Village.

Day 2 - Bay of Islands
This morning you will head north to the beautiful Bay of Islands. The natural beauty of the Bay of Islands has to be seen to be believed. It's aquatic playground lavishly furnished with 144 islands and a myriad of secluded beaches. This afternoon's golfing session will be at the scenic Waitangi Golf Club which has spectacular water views from many holes.

Day 3- Kauri Cliffs Resort, Bay of Islands
A one-hour trip north brings you to the new and beautiful Kauri Cliffs Resort. Golf Digest voted Kauri Cliffs the Best New International Golf Course of 2001 and has recently been named the 49th best golf course in the world by Golf Magazine. Bear in mind that there are only five other courses in the world built after 1936 that made the top 50. This magnificent championship golf course provides a total of 15 holes with views of the Pacific Ocean and the spectacular Bay of Islands. Six of these holes are played alongside cliffs that plunge into the sea. After golf you may like to stay in the Kauri Cliffs area. Matauri Bay with its golden sandy beach looking out to the Cavalli Islands is the final resting place of the ill-fated Greenpeace flagship, the Rainbow Warrior, which has become home for reef fishes, and is known worldwide as a spectacular diving spot. Horse trails, safe swimming, heritage trails, jet ski hire and tours to the Cavalli islands are available. Another seaside delight near Kauri Cliffs is Tauranga Bay with its beautiful sandy beach, famous for superb diving and fishing. Boat charters are available.

Day 4 - Gulf Harbour

This morning you will head to the Gulf Harbour Resort, home of the 1998 World Cup of Golf. This course will probably be one of the most challenging you will play. The designer, Robert Trent Jones II likens this layout to the illustrious Pebble Beach in California.

Day 5- Rotorua
Today you will travel further south through Auckland and on to the amazing geo thermal wonderland of Rotorua. This afternoon is free to explore some of the great sightseeing options.

You can choose from a variety of activities ranging from sightseeing at the Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, the Maori Arts & Crafts Institute, relaxing in a thermal spa pool, kayaking, 4WD Bush Safari or White Water Rafting.

Day 6 - Rotorua
This morning's round of golf is at the Rotorua Golf Club, locally known as Arikikapakapaka. Some of the hazards are hot pools of mud that bubble and gurgle while you play. The re-modelled firm greens make the course a great golfing challenge.

Day 7 - Wairakei International Golf Club

A one hour drive to Taupo will take you to the Wairakei International Golf Course for today's round. Rated in the top 20 Golf courses in the world outside the US by Golf Digest, Wairakei is a favorite on every tour.

Day 8 - Taupo
Feel free to look around beautiful Lake Taupo this morning. Fishing and cruising on the lake are popular options. A leisurely stroll along the waterfront taking in the fresh air will re-charge any batteries. This afternoon you head back North to Auckland

Day 9 - Auckland

Today's round of golf in Auckland will be at the Formosa Country Club. This course was designed by Bob Charles and is an attractive coastal course with long and challenging holes amid a tropical background. This afternoon is free time. You might like to take a trip on a harbour cruise, enjoy some sailing, kayaking, windsurfing or head along to Kelly Tarltons Underwater World.

Day 10 - Auckland
Depending on your departure time there may be time for some last minute shopping. You will transfer to the Airport if you are flying home today.

You will be provided with an extensive Tour Information Pack which will include:

- Travel routes and schedules
- Information on activities each destination has to offer
- Full details on your accommodation