15 Day Golf Tour
Best of the North Island Golf Tour
Two weeks of world-class golf, luxury travel, and unforgettable New Zealand experiences.
Discover the finest golf courses of New Zealand’s North Island with Pin High Golf Tours. This exclusive 15-day journey takes you from the subtropical Bay of Islands to the geothermal wonders of Taupō, the wine country of Hawke’s Bay, and the cultural charm of Wellington. Along the way, you’ll play some of the most celebrated courses in the Southern Hemisphere – while enjoying luxury accommodation, private transfers, and curated leisure experiences.
Golf
9 rounds at New Zealand’s best courses: Royal Auckland & Grange, Te Arai North & South, Kauri Cliffs, Wairakei, Kinloch, Cape Kidnappers, Paraparaumu, and Royal Wellington.
Electric carts for all listed rounds of golf (excluding Te Arai Links).
Caddie service available where offered (optional extra).
Golf club transport/shipping service (optional extra).
Accommodation
14 nights of premium accommodation at your choice of luxury hotels, resorts, or lodges.
Breakfast included daily.
Room upgrades available at luxury lodges (optional extra).
Travel & Transfers
Private road transfers by Mercedes-Benz vehicle with professional Kiwi driver/guide (self-drive option available).
Private road transfer from Auckland to Te Arai (self-drive alternative available).
Private road transfer between Te Arai and Kauri Cliffs (self-drive option available).
Domestic flights:
Kerikeri → Taupō (2 checked bags per person)
Wellington → Auckland (2 checked bags per person)
Optional extra: Napier → Wellington
Helicopter transfers (optional extra).
Private jets or helicopters to replace commercial flights (optional extra).
Luggage and golf club transport where required.
Experiences
Additional sightseeing and activities available at all destinations (optional extra).
Tour Support
Tour pack including activity guides and travel app.
24-hour on-call assistance from the Pin High tour office.
New Zealand Goods & Services Tax (GST) at 15%.
Day 1: Arrive Auckland
We will meet you off your international flight and provide the transfer to central Auckland. The rest of the day will be free to relax and enjoy your waterfront location.
Evening: At Leisure in Auckland.
Accommodation: Park Hyatt Hotel, Harbour Suite
Day 2: Royal Auckland
Golf at Royal Auckland and Grange. The new 27-hole complex boasts superb practice facilities.
Evening: At leisure in Auckland.
Accommodation: Park Hyatt Hotel, Harbour Suite
Day 3: Auckland to Te Arai
Morning: Transfer to Te Arai.
Option 1: At 10:00am you will be met at the nearby helipad by your EC130 helicopter. Enjoy a scenic 25-minute flight north to Te Arai.
Option 2: Private road transfer in a Mercedes vehicle with your professional Kiwi driver (approx. 1¾ hours).
Option 3: Self-drive rental car, allowing you to explore at your own pace.
Afternoon: At leisure or optional golf at Te Arai.
Accommodation: Te Arai Links, King Suite
Day 4: Te Arai
Golf at Te Arai South or North.
Evening: At leisure.
Accommodation: Te Arai Links, King Suite
Day 5: Te Arai to Bay of Islands
Morning: Golf round at Te Arai North.
Option 1: After your round of golf, you will be met at the nearby helipad by your EC130 helicopter. Enjoy a scenic 90-minute flight north to The Bay of Islands.
Option 2: Private road transfer in a Mercedes vehicle with your professional Kiwi driver (approx. 1¾ hours).
Option 3: Self-drive rental car, allowing you to explore at your own pace.
Evening: Dinner at your leisure.
Accommodation: Bay of Islands hotel of your choice. Includes the Lodge at Kauri Cliffs or The Edgewater Palms.
Day 6: Bay of Islands
Leisure day with optional activities: Bay of Islands cruise, Waitangi Treaty Grounds, Russell village visit, or water sports.
Evening: Dinner at your leisure.
Accommodation: Bay of Islands hotel of your choice. Includes the Lodge at Kauri Cliffs or The Edgewater Palms.
Day 7: Kauri Cliffs
Morning: Golf at Kauri Cliffs.
Evening: Dinner at your Leisure.
Accommodation: Bay of Islands hotel of your choice. Includes the Lodge at Kauri Cliffs or The Edgewater Palms.
Day 8: Bay of Islands to Taupō
Morning: Transfer from Kauri Cliffs to Kerikeri Airport Fly from Kerikeri to Taupō via Auckland and then transfer to your hotel.
Evening: At your leisure in Taupō.
Accommodation: Taupō hotel of your choice. Includes Huka Lodge and the Hilton.
Day 9: Kinloch
Morning: Golf at Kinloch golf club.
Evening: At your leisure in Taupō.
Accommodation: Taupō hotel of your choice. Includes Huka Lodge and the Hilton.
Day 10: Wairakei
Morning: Golf at Wairakei golf and Sanctuary.
Evening: At your leisure in Taupō.
Accommodation: Taupō hotel of your choice. Includes Huka Lodge and the Hilton.
Day 11: Taupō to Hawke’s Bay
Morning: Transfers to Hawke’s Bay (2 hours).
Evening: At your leisure in Taupō.
Accommodation: Hawke's Bay hotel of your choice. Includes The Porters Hotel in Havelock North and the Rosewood lodge at Cape Kidnappers.
Day 12: Cape Kidnappers
Morning: Golf at Cape Kidnappers.
Evening: At your leisure in the Hawke’s Bay.
Accommodation: Hawke's Bay hotel of your choice. Includes The Porters Hotel in Havelock North and the Rosewood lodge at Cape Kidnappers.
Day 13: Hawke’s Bay to Wellington via Paraparaumu
Drive south to Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club, followed by onward transfer to Wellington (1 hour).
Evening: At Leisure in Wellington
Accommodation: The QT Wellington, InterContinental, or boutique city hotels.
Day 14: Royal Wellington
Morning: Golf at Royal Wellington Golf Club.
Evening: At Leisure in Wellington
Accommodation: The QT Wellington, InterContinental, or boutique city hotels.
Day 15: Departure
Transfer to Wellington Airport for your onward or international connection. An optional domestic flight to Auckland can be arranged.
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