Travel Anytime to New Zealand: Cloudy Bay Experience
Departures Extraordinary Experiences
A visit to New Zealand’s Cloudy Bay Vineyards is an extraordinary experience.
When we began planning a trip to kiwi country, a visit to Cloudy Bay winery
in the Wairau Valley on the South Island was the centerpiece. Its vineyards in
Marlborough, a cool maritime region, get more sunlight hours than any other
place in the country.
Choose the 5-night Queenstown/Blenheim itinerary or visit Marlborough's Cloudy Bay Vineyards on a day trip, an exclusive opportunity for Platinum Card® and Centurion® members.
Drinking in the Scenery
Travelers to New Zealand will find visiting Cloudy Bay Vineyards a superb part
of a South Island itinerary. Those who pursue the five-night itinerary receive a
full case of Cloudy Bay wine. Visitors already in the country who book a day
trip to the winery receive the gift of two bottles.
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Floor-to-ceiling windows in Cloudy Bay's handsome Cellar Door tasting room overlook the working barrel cellar, as well as the Richmond Ranges and Mount Riley - inspiration for the brand's iconic label. We had the opportunity to sample the grower's excellent 2010 Sauvignon Blanc, 2008 Chardonnay, 2009 Pinot Noir, 2007 Te Koko and also were privileged to sip limited-release wines. |
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Price: $6,450 per person for full itinerary; $495 for day trip to Cloudy Bay Vineyards
Price Details: A $25 per person nonrefundable booking fee is charged at time of reservation.
Inclusions: Please see itinerary for trip inclusions in addition to deluxe accommodations at Eichardt's Private Hotel in Queenstown and Timara Lodge in Blenheim.
Exclusions: International and domestic air transfers; meals, tours and other items as stated in itinerary; personal items and phone calls, spa services.
Disclaimer: We strongly recommend purchasing Travel Insurance to protect against injury, illness and unforeseen circumstances in the destination.
Travel Anytime to New Zealand: Cloudy Bay Experience: Accommodations
Eichardt's Private Hotel, Queenstown
Eichardt's Private Hotel provides fine accommodation in five luxurious Hotel Suites and four Lakefront Apartments located in the historic district on a premium lakefront position at the heart of Queenstown's café and restaurant precinct with some of the finest international shopping labels an easy stroll away.
The Hotel reflects contemporary provincial elegance, its modern features in perfect harmony with the distinctive antiques and luxurious furnishings of this New Zealand icon. The Lakefront Apartments, just a few paces away from Eichardt's Private Hotel offer stunning views of Lake Wakatipu and nearby mountain ranges.
Queenstown's premier lakefront address offers a welcoming and stylish environment for sampling mouth-watering creations and timeless cocktails. Eichardt's Bar oozes the warmth, comfort and style of this beautiful old hotel with amazing views of the lake and surrounding mountains.
Lake Timara Lodge, Blenheim
Hidden away in New Zealand's most prestigious wine region, endowed with magnificent beauty, stunning hills and crystal clear Sounds, Lake Timara Lodge offers a haven of peace, tranquillity and relaxation.
The luxury lodge is embedded in 600 acres of pasture, a romantic lake, a beautiful English style park with sweeping lawns, native and exotic trees, a historic arboretum, perfume garden, daffodil lawn, woodland walk and an extensive rose garden featuring more than 350 roses. A true "slice of paradise" where you feel miles away from the hustle and bustle of city live.
Wine lovers will find our very own winery, the Spy Valley Vineyard only a short stroll away to taste and indulge in award winning wines.
Travel Anytime to New Zealand: Cloudy Bay Experience: Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Auckland
- Domestic flight to Queenstown*
- Check into Eichardt’s Private Hotel
- Dinner at Wai Waterfront Restaurant and Wine Bar*
Day 2: Queenstown
- Milford Sound helicopter excursion with glacier landing
- Lunch at Amisfield Winery Bistro*
- Visit shops, cafes and galleries in Arrowtown village, a former
gold-mining town
- Meet Thomas Brown at the Thomas Brown gallery
- Check out Dorothy Browns, a bookshop by day, a theater by night
- Dinner at Bella Cucina*
- Second night at Eichardt’s
Day 3: Queenstown
- Explore Queenstown at your leisure
- Third night at Eichardt’s
Day 4: Blenheim
- Domestic flight to Blenheim*
- Check into Timara Lodge
- Swim, row on the lake, play tennis on the grass court
- Pre-dinner drinks, dinner, and breakfast at Timara
Day 5: Departures Cloudy Bay Marlborough Experience
An Exclusive Opportunity for Platinum Card® and Centurion® members
- Travel to Cloudy Bay Winery, a 15-minute drive from Blenheim
- Welcome at the Cellar Door and winery for a two-hour visit
- Private behind-the-scenes winery tour (not available to the general public)
- See the purpose-built Pinot Noir cuverie
- Private tasting of Cloudy Bay’s full portfolio of wines plus a selection of back vintage wines from the grower’s wine museum
- Second night at Timara Lodge
Day 6: Depart New Zealand.
*Items not included in listed price.
Travel Anytime to New Zealand: Cloudy Bay Experience: Trip Options
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Departures Cloudy Bay Marlborough Experience
A Visit to Cloudy Bay Vineyards
Travel to Cloudy Bay Winery, a 15-minute drive from Blenheim- Welcome at the Cellar Door and winery for a two-hour visit
- Private behind-the-scenes winery tour (not available to the general public)
- See the purpose-built Pinot Noir cuverie
- Private tasting of Cloudy Bay’s full portfolio of wines plus a selection of back vintage wines from the grower’s wine museum
$495 per person for day trip to Cloudy Bay Vineyards
An Exclusive Opportunity for Platinum Card® and Centurion® members
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