Art Deco Shores & Sacred Stories

This extraordinary 22-day Art Deco Shores, Sacred Stories & Southern Splendour itinerary unveils New Zealand’s most captivating regions through immersive, privately guided experiences curated with the signature care and expertise of Latitude South.

From Napier’s iconic Art Deco streets and the flavours of Hawke’s Bay to the cultural richness of Nelson Tasman and the soaring alpine drama of Aoraki Mount Cook, each stop reveals a new layer of New Zealand’s natural and cultural heritage. Scenic cruises, glacier adventures, world-class wine journeys, e-biking historic rail trails, and an unforgettable Milford Sound overnight stay come together in a seamless flow of discovery. With boutique stays, heartfelt encounters with our local Māori whanau, and personalised guidance throughout, this journey offers a deep, meaningful connection to Aotearoa elevated every step of the way by Latitude South.

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Hawke’s Bay for 3-nights

• Half day, privately guided orientation to the history of Napier town from an architectural standpoint.
• Full day, privately guided Hawke’s Bay food & wine experience.

Wellington for 3-nights

• Half-day, privately guided tour exploring the highlights of New Zealand’s lively capital.
• Full-day, private guided journey through Martinborough, savouring the region’s food, wine, and charming Wairarapa villages.

Nelson for 3-nights

• Scenic cruise in Abel Tasman National Park, with options to kayak, swim, or walk along the Coastal Track.
• Full-day, privately guided Nelson Tasman journey, including an exclusive encounter with local Māori whanau, offering intimate insights into language, traditions, and sacred sites.
• Privately guided, overland journey by to Queenstown via Mount Cook Village.

Mount Cook Village for 2-nights

• Tasman Glacier boat cruise, with an alpine walk through Tasman Valley. Witness icebergs and glaciers up close.
• Embark on an exhilarating helicopter journey over the Southern Alps, landing on the pristine Tasman Glacier for a guided hike across ancient ice formations, where surreal landscapes and sweeping alpine vistas create an unforgettable adventure.

Otago Central Rail Trail by e-bike for 4-nights

• Embark on an unforgettable cycling journey along the Otago Central Rail Trail, where historic gold-mining towns, sweeping gorges, and iconic viaducts unfold against the backdrop of Central Otago’s rugged, frontier landscapes, offering a rare glimpse into the pioneering spirit of New Zealand. Your journey is complimented by charming, boutique bed & breakfasts that embody the region’s historic and frontier character, offering warm, welcoming interiors, personalised service, and a sense of authentic Central Otago hospitality, where each stay feels like a restful retreat after a day of cycling through breathtaking landscapes.

Milford Sound for 1-night on the water

• Overnight Milford Sound cruise in an intimate, small-group setting, offering one of Fiordland’s most immersive fiord experiences, complete with breathtaking wildlife encounters and exquisite gourmet dining.

Queenstown for 3-nights

• Privately guided Mount Aspiring National Park experience including Glenorchy, Paradise, Diamond Lake, and High Country Station and the Dart River Wilderness Safari.
• Greater Fiordland Helicopter Flight including one incredible glacier valley landing.

Accommodation Inclusions:

3 nights at The Crown Hotel or similar | 3 nights at The Bolton Hotel, Wellington or similar | 3 nights at a private vacation home in Nelson | 2 nights at Aoraki Court Motel, Mount Cook or similar | 2 nights at Hulbert House in Queenstown or similar | 4 nights’ Bed & Breakfast accommodation whilst cycling the Otago Central Rail Trail | 1 night onboard Milford Sound luxury vessel | 3 further nights at Hulbert House in Queenstown or similar

Other Inclusions:

Private airport arrival and departure transfers | half day, private Napier architecture tour | Full day, privately guided Hawke’s Bay food & wine experience | Half-day, privately guided Wellington introduction| Full-day, private guided Martinborough food & wine experience | Abel Tasman National Park cruise | Full day, privately guided Nelson Tasman experience including our local Māori whanau | Privately guided, overland journey to Queenstown via Mount Cook Village | Tasman Glacier boat cruise |Tasman Glacier heli-hike | Privately guided, full day Central Otago food & wine experience | Otago Central Rail Trail by e-bike for 4-nights | Milford Sound overnight cruise | Privately guided Mount Aspiring National Park experience | Fiordland Helicopter Flight| Comprehensive pre-trip documentation and briefing | 24-hour on-call support provided by Latitude South.

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All our itineraries are samples; Latitude South curates every journey for each client to ensure a unique, tailored experience.

While your accommodation is always selected to match your expectations and the vision for your journey, Latitude South partners only with properties our team knows personally. If we haven’t experienced it ourselves, we don’t include it in our collection.

If you’d like more detail about any place we recommend, just ask. We will describe each of our properties in real, honest, first-hand terms.