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2026 All LGBT New Zealand Highlights Tour (Brand g) LIMITED
Immerse yourself in the natural beauty and a culture of the last country to be inhabited by humans.
New Zealand is blessed with perhaps the world’s largest concentration of stunning natural wonders, including geothermal pools, dramatic peaks, dense forests, scenic fjords and beaches.
In Rotorua, gaze at the turquoise-blue waters of geothermal pools, a cloud of mist hanging over the water, for a truly otherworldly experience. Head for postcard-perfect Milford Sound, exploring it from an awe-inspiring cruise to the mouth of the fiord.. Set off on a jetboat safari on the Dart River, or hike on the shores of the flowing ice river of Franz Josef Glacier.
Yet New Zealand is much more than striking natural landscapes – and on a Brand g tour, we unveil the country’s cosmopolitan side as well. Discover New Zealand’s award-winning restaurants and wineries on a personally crafted culinary tour of the country, or take in the best of Queenstown and Auckland.
Luxury Level: ***** Five Star Activity Level: Moderate to High Guest Count: 30
Highlights
- Explore the Auckland Museum and see a dance by a Maori cultural group
- Visit Waiheke Island for an unforgettable gourmet food and wine tour
- See Rotorua, New Zealand’s cultural heartland, often called ‘Sulphur City’, where the earth’s crust is so thin that its molten heart bubbles and steams at the surface
- Tour Matamata, where you’ll find the carefully created ‘village’ of the Academy Award-winning movies, the “Lord of the Rings” Trilogy
- Exclusive use of the Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa in Rotorua
- Partake in an evening cultural experience of storytelling, including a visit to a Maori family home for a unique cultural connection
- Inclusive flight to Wellington, where victorian architecture graces the steep hills surrounding one of the finest harbors and most beautiful coastlines in the country
- Private tour of Wellington’s Weta Workshop, where the “Lord of the Rings” trilogy, the “Hobbit” trilogy, “King Kong”, “The Chronicles of Narnia”, “Avatar”, and many others have been brought to life
- Walking tour of New Zealand’s capital city, Wellington
- Cross the Cook Strait from Ferry to Picton on one of the world’s most beautiful ferry rides, the Interislander
- Train journey on the Coastal Pacific train through the idyllic Canterbury Plains
- Full day private tour to Akaroa, the only settlement attempted by the French in New Zealand
- Journey from Christchurch to Mount Cook via Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki, one of New Zealand’s most scenic drives
- Stargazing at the Mount John Observatory
- Glacier Explorer Cruise at Aoraki Mount Cook National Park
- See Arrowtown, an old gold mining settlement that retains much of its early character, and visit Kawarau Bungy Bridge
- Journey over the Devil’s staircase and along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau
- Sail through Milford Sound on a spectacular cruise to the mouth of the fiord
- Take advantage of a day at leisure in Queenstown to choose from an endless list of optional adventure tours
Inclusions
- FROM THE TIME YOU LAND UNTIL YOU LEAVE, NEARLY EVERYTHING IS INCLUDED
- Brand g and local host(s) throughout your trip
- Airport arrival and departure transfers
- Two nights hotel accommodation at the Park Hyatt Auckland Hotel
- Welcome reception and dinner on arrival in Auckland
- Two nights hotel accommodation at the Pullman Rotorua Hotel
- Internal flight to Wellington
- Two nights hotel accommodation at the QT Wellington
- Two nights accommodation at Peppers Bluewater Resort Lake Tekapo
- Two nights hotel accommodation at Hotel Montreal in Christchurch
- Four nights hotel accommodation at the The QT Queenstown Hotel
- All touring meals as described in the trip itinerary
Itinerary
Day 1 Monday February 16, 2026
Auckland
Day 2 Tuesday February 17, 2026
Auckland
Day 3 Wednesday February 18, 2026
Auckland-Roturua
Day 4 Thursday February 19, 2026
Roturua
Day 5 Friday February 20, 2026
Roturua-Wellington
Day 6 Saturday February 21, 2026
Wellington
Day 7 Sunday February 22, 2026
Wellington-Christchurch
Day 8 Monday February 23, 2026
Christchurch
Day 9 Tuesday February 24, 2026
Christchurch-Lake Tekapo
Day 10 Wednesday February 25, 2026
Mount Cook
Day 11 Thursday February 26, 2026
Lake Takep0-Mount Cook
Day 12 Friday February 27, 2026
Queenstown
Day 13 Saturday February 28, 2026
Queenstown
Accommodations
Park Hyatt Auckland
All the guestrooms feature Maori accents, custom-designed tukutuku panels and rugs, made from New Zealand wool, as well as floor-to-ceiling windows for views of the quay or harbour. The Park Hyatt features multiple dining options, including signature restaurant Onemata and the more casual Pantry, both offering fresh, seasonal meals, plus The Living Room for all-day dining and the Captain’s Bar for a range of cocktails and bar snacks. There is also a day spa, a 25-meter infinity pool and a full fitness center.
Dates of stay: February 16 – 18, 2026 – 2 Nights
Room Type: King Room with Harbor View
Additional pre-program nights available upon request.
The Pullman Rotorua Hotel
Dates of stay: February 18 – 20, 2026 – 2 Nights
Room Type: Superior
QT Wellington
Dates of stay: February 20 – 22, 2026 – 2 Nights
Room Type: Harbourview King
Hotel Montreal
Dates of stay: February 22 – 24, 2026 – 2 Nights
Room Type: Junior Suite (Family Suite for Twin)
Peppers Bluewater Resort Lake Tekapo
All rooms are simple and fresh in decor, to highlight the spectacular alpine views from large picture windows. The hotel is fully equipped to pamper guests, and provides the perfect base from which to experience this spectacular part of the world.
Dates of stay: February 24 – 26, 2026 – 2 Nights
Room Type: One Bedroom Mountain Villa
The QT Hotel, Queenstown
Foodies with adventurous tastes will be enticed by the bustle and aromas of our Bazaar Marketplace. Chefs create dishes before your eyes in a buzzing, interactive setting where the flavors draw inspiration from the beautiful, fresh local produce.
Head to Reds Bar, where locals and guests mix and share stories of the day over an exquisitely prepared cocktail or boutique brew.
The Lake King rooms have magnificent views over the stunning Lake Wakatipu and the majestic Remarkables. Breathe in the mountain magic from your Juliet balcony and wake up to it from your luxurious king bed. Surrounded by designer comfort, the sleek bathroom comes with a standalone bath and separate shower with ALICE amenities. Opening windows provide natural delights, and your entertainment extras complete the modern comforts.
Dates of stay: February 26 – March 1, 2026 – 3 Nights
Room Type: Lake King
Pricing
Double Occupancy
14-day LGBT+ New Zealand Adventure
Single Occupancy
14-day LGBT+ New Zealand Adventure
Brand g’s Best Price Guarantee ensures that you’ll get the best advertised rate.
If a lower fare is ever offered on the Brand g website, you can request (either directly or through your travel agent) to have that savings applied to your final payment.
Pre-paid gratuities of $285 per person are additional.
A $1,500 per person credit card deposit is required to confirm your space. A second deposit of $1,500 per person is due 9 months prior to the trip on May 16, 2025. The balance of the trip is due 120 days before departure on October 19, 2025. Failure to make payment(s) in a timely manner may cause your reservation to be cancelled.
Consider purchasing travel insurance to help protect your trip. Brand g offers travel insurance as part of a travel protection plan from Travel Insured International. Click here, or call Brand g at 952-405-9309 for pricing information. Please note, to be eligible for certainadditional travel protection benefits you must purchase your plan within 21 days of the date your initial trip deposit is received.
Please review Brand g’s Terms and Conditions before contacting us to book this LGBT New Zealand trip.
Pricing, availability and itinerary for this LGBT New Zealand trip are subject to change. Neither Purple Light Vacations nor Brand g will be responsible for any inaccuracies.
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