ITINERARY
NEW ZEALAND Tour (27 Nov - 2 Dec, 2025)
Updated 26/11/25 (GM)
Host Contact:
Grant Morgan +61 438859664
Coach Driver
Sam Ogles +64 272469721
Grant Morgan +61 438859664
Coach Driver
Sam Ogles +64 272469721
3:00pm Guest Rooms available for Check In Pullman Hotel, Auckland
8:00pm Casual Drinks in Lobby Bar, Pullman Hotel, Auckland
Dress: Smart Casual
9:00pm Dinner: Onslow (no Coach required)
Guests proceed on foot to restaurant located across the road from the Pullman 9 Princess St
10:30pm Dinner concludes. Guests return to hotel at their leisure.
8:00pm Casual Drinks in Lobby Bar, Pullman Hotel, Auckland
Dress: Smart Casual
9:00pm Dinner: Onslow (no Coach required)
Guests proceed on foot to restaurant located across the road from the Pullman 9 Princess St
10:30pm Dinner concludes. Guests return to hotel at their leisure.
Dinner Menu: Onslow
#Credit Card/Cash bar for drinks payable on consumption by guests
ONSLOW SIGNATURE 2 COURSE SHARING
TREAT (One Each)
Fried Bread, Whipped Goats Cheese, Truffle Honey, Rosemary
STARTERS (To Share)
Ruakākā Kingfish Crudo, Saffron Ginger Dressing, Mixed Flowers
Heirloomacy Heirloom Tomatoes, Romesco, Whipped Clevedon Buffalo Cheese,
Chicken Liver Parfait, Smoked Maple, Cromwell Cherry, Hazelnut , Black Pepper
MAINS (To Share)
Pan Seared Ocean Cod, 'Ndjua, Mussels, Potato, Shaved fennel, Dill
Coastal Lamb Rump, Whipped Feta , Spring Greens , Salsa Verde , Rosemary
Cambridge White Asparagus Risotto, Mascarpone, Pecorino, Walnuts
SIDES (To Share)
Triple Cooked Duck Fat Potatoes, Confit Garlic Dressing
Oak Lettuce Salad, Cos, Radicchio, Garden Herbs, French Vinaigrette
#Credit Card/Cash bar for drinks payable on consumption by guests
ONSLOW SIGNATURE 2 COURSE SHARING
TREAT (One Each)
Fried Bread, Whipped Goats Cheese, Truffle Honey, Rosemary
STARTERS (To Share)
Ruakākā Kingfish Crudo, Saffron Ginger Dressing, Mixed Flowers
Heirloomacy Heirloom Tomatoes, Romesco, Whipped Clevedon Buffalo Cheese,
Chicken Liver Parfait, Smoked Maple, Cromwell Cherry, Hazelnut , Black Pepper
MAINS (To Share)
Pan Seared Ocean Cod, 'Ndjua, Mussels, Potato, Shaved fennel, Dill
Coastal Lamb Rump, Whipped Feta , Spring Greens , Salsa Verde , Rosemary
Cambridge White Asparagus Risotto, Mascarpone, Pecorino, Walnuts
SIDES (To Share)
Triple Cooked Duck Fat Potatoes, Confit Garlic Dressing
Oak Lettuce Salad, Cos, Radicchio, Garden Herbs, French Vinaigrette
Breakfast Available from 6:30am Tapestry, Ground Floor Pullman Hotel
Dress: Smart Casual
8:45am Pullman Hotel Auckland to Auckland Ferry Terminal (Coach - 24 pax for remainder of tour)
9:15am Depart Auckland Ferry Terminal - Island Direct (Terminal 13)
10:00am Ferry Arrives Waiheke Island
Guided Island Tour with Waiheke Island Wine Tours Drivers: Ruthy +64212287423 Glenn +6421565680
10:00am Mudbrick Vineyard: Wine Tasting
11:15am Batch Winery: Food and Wine tasting
12:00pm Te Motu: Wine tasting
1:15pm Allpress Olive Grove: Olive oil tasting
2:00pm The Oyster Inn - Lunch
4:20pm Depart Waiheke Ferry - Island Direct, Pier 3, Matiatia Ferry Terminal
5:20pm Arrive Auckland Ferry Terminal (Coach)
5:30pm Auckland Ferry Terminal to Pullman Hotel (Coach ends - not required rest of afternoon/night)
Evening Free
Dress: Smart Casual
8:45am Pullman Hotel Auckland to Auckland Ferry Terminal (Coach - 24 pax for remainder of tour)
9:15am Depart Auckland Ferry Terminal - Island Direct (Terminal 13)
10:00am Ferry Arrives Waiheke Island
Guided Island Tour with Waiheke Island Wine Tours Drivers: Ruthy +64212287423 Glenn +6421565680
10:00am Mudbrick Vineyard: Wine Tasting
11:15am Batch Winery: Food and Wine tasting
12:00pm Te Motu: Wine tasting
1:15pm Allpress Olive Grove: Olive oil tasting
2:00pm The Oyster Inn - Lunch
4:20pm Depart Waiheke Ferry - Island Direct, Pier 3, Matiatia Ferry Terminal
5:20pm Arrive Auckland Ferry Terminal (Coach)
5:30pm Auckland Ferry Terminal to Pullman Hotel (Coach ends - not required rest of afternoon/night)
Evening Free
Lunch Menu - The Oyster Inn
#Credit Card/Cash bar for drinks payable on consumption by guests
Simple sharing menu inclusions:
BREAD
FOCACCIA
Seaweed Butter, Garlic & Rosemary Salt
STARTERS
HEIRLOOM TOMATO & SEAWEED SALAD Heirloomacy Tomatoes, Gazpacho, Balsamic
MARKET FISH CRUDO Gochujang Chilli, Fried Shallot, Sesame, Pickled Daikon
MAINS
MISO GLAZED SALMON Waiheke Garden Greens, Onion Flowers
HONEY GLAZED BEEF SHORT RIB Parsnip Cream, Pommes Allumettes
SIDES
TRIPLE COOKED AGRIA CHIPS Homemade Ketchup
SIMPLE GREEN SALAD Soft Herbs, French Vinaigrette
DESSERT
CHOUX BUNS Vanilla Ice Cream, Sea Salt & Caramel Sauce
#Credit Card/Cash bar for drinks payable on consumption by guests
Simple sharing menu inclusions:
BREAD
FOCACCIA
Seaweed Butter, Garlic & Rosemary Salt
STARTERS
HEIRLOOM TOMATO & SEAWEED SALAD Heirloomacy Tomatoes, Gazpacho, Balsamic
MARKET FISH CRUDO Gochujang Chilli, Fried Shallot, Sesame, Pickled Daikon
MAINS
MISO GLAZED SALMON Waiheke Garden Greens, Onion Flowers
HONEY GLAZED BEEF SHORT RIB Parsnip Cream, Pommes Allumettes
SIDES
TRIPLE COOKED AGRIA CHIPS Homemade Ketchup
SIMPLE GREEN SALAD Soft Herbs, French Vinaigrette
DESSERT
CHOUX BUNS Vanilla Ice Cream, Sea Salt & Caramel Sauce
Breakfast Available from 6:30am Tapestry, Ground Floor Pullman Hotel
Morning at Leisure
Raceday
Dress: Race wear (jacket & tie for gents)
11:00am Depart Pullman Hotel Auckland to Auckland Racing Club - Ellerslie (Coach)
11:30am Arrive Ellerslie Racecourse
Venue: Cuvée
Gates Open 11am - First Race: 12:30pm
5:30pm Depart Ellerslie Racecourse
6:00pm Arrive Pullman Hotel Auckland (Coach ends - not required rest of afternoon/night)
Evening at Leisure
Evening Free
Morning at Leisure
Raceday
Dress: Race wear (jacket & tie for gents)
11:00am Depart Pullman Hotel Auckland to Auckland Racing Club - Ellerslie (Coach)
11:30am Arrive Ellerslie Racecourse
Venue: Cuvée
Gates Open 11am - First Race: 12:30pm
5:30pm Depart Ellerslie Racecourse
6:00pm Arrive Pullman Hotel Auckland (Coach ends - not required rest of afternoon/night)
Evening at Leisure
Evening Free
Lunch Menu & Afternoon Tea Menu - Auckland Racing Club - Ellerslie
The group will be located this year in: Cuvée Located opposite the winning post and next to the Birdcage, Cuvée offers a view of the horses as they parade, race and return to scale — all from a space with both indoor and covered outdoor areas. Our package includes:
• A flute of Daniel Le Brun or Stella Artois on arrival
• Breads and dips served to your table
• A generous main-course buffet featuring gourmet seafood, seasonal salads, and a range of hot dishes
• Followed by petit fours, a European cheeseboard, and gourmet wagyu beef mini savouries
#Credit Card/Cash bar for drinks payable on consumption by guests
The group will be located this year in: Cuvée Located opposite the winning post and next to the Birdcage, Cuvée offers a view of the horses as they parade, race and return to scale — all from a space with both indoor and covered outdoor areas. Our package includes:
• A flute of Daniel Le Brun or Stella Artois on arrival
• Breads and dips served to your table
• A generous main-course buffet featuring gourmet seafood, seasonal salads, and a range of hot dishes
• Followed by petit fours, a European cheeseboard, and gourmet wagyu beef mini savouries
#Credit Card/Cash bar for drinks payable on consumption by guests
Breakfast Available from 6:30am Tapestry, Ground Floor Pullman Hotel
Dress: Smart Casual
9:30am Depart Pullman Hotel (Coach)
11:30 Arrive Rich Hill Stud #
12:30pm Depart Rich Hill Stud
1:00pm Arrive Redoubt Bar & Eatery, Matamata (Lunch)
2:30pm Depart Matamata
3:30pm Arrive Novotel Tainui Hamilton (Coach ends - not required rest of afternoon/night)
6:30pm Pre-Dinner Drinks Lobby Bar, Novotel Tainui
7:15pm Guest to meet in Lobby before proceeding on foot to Iguana Street Bar & Restaurant
7:30pm Dinner Iguana Street Bar & Restaurant
10:00pm Dinner Concludes. Guests return to hotel on foot.
Dress: Smart Casual
9:30am Depart Pullman Hotel (Coach)
11:30 Arrive Rich Hill Stud #
12:30pm Depart Rich Hill Stud
1:00pm Arrive Redoubt Bar & Eatery, Matamata (Lunch)
2:30pm Depart Matamata
3:30pm Arrive Novotel Tainui Hamilton (Coach ends - not required rest of afternoon/night)
6:30pm Pre-Dinner Drinks Lobby Bar, Novotel Tainui
7:15pm Guest to meet in Lobby before proceeding on foot to Iguana Street Bar & Restaurant
7:30pm Dinner Iguana Street Bar & Restaurant
10:00pm Dinner Concludes. Guests return to hotel on foot.
Lunch Menu: Redoubt Bar & Eatery
One Course alternate drop.
OMG burger with 180g beef patty + cheddar cheese + salad greens + fried egg + sliced beetroot + caramelized onion + capsicum relish + aioli served on toasted glazed brioche bun served with fries + aioli
or
Crispy Sticky Chicken with coconut rice + slaw + sriracha mayo
#Credit Card/Cash bar for drinks payable on consumption by guests
One Course alternate drop.
OMG burger with 180g beef patty + cheddar cheese + salad greens + fried egg + sliced beetroot + caramelized onion + capsicum relish + aioli served on toasted glazed brioche bun served with fries + aioli
or
Crispy Sticky Chicken with coconut rice + slaw + sriracha mayo
#Credit Card/Cash bar for drinks payable on consumption by guests
Dinner Menu: Iguana Street Bar & Restaurant
2 Course (Main/Desert) guests to select one from each:
MAINS
SCOTCH FILLET / 300g scotch fillet served on crispy agria potatoes, with green beans and blue cheese & caramelised onion sauce (GFO/DFO)
LAMB SHANK / tender slow-cooked lamb shank served on creamy potato mash, with steamed seasonal vegetables and red wine jus (GFO)
GRILLED CAJUN CHICKEN BREAST / grilled Cajun chicken breast served on smoked kumara puree, with green beans and red wine jus (GFO/DFO)
PAN-SEARED SALMON / crispy-skinned salmon on lemon & herb crushed potatoes, with bok choy, shrimp sambal, fresh lemon, and finished with crispy prawn crackers (GFO/DFO)
ROAST MUSHROOM FETTUCCINI / fettuccini simmered in creamy white wine & roasted mushroom sauce with red onion, baby spinach, and parmesan (V/DFO)
TERIYAKI TOFU SALAD / seared teriyaki marinated tofu on a salad of roast mushrooms, roast kumara, tomato, cucumber, mesclun, red onion, and avocado in our house vinaigrette, served with a pita bread (V/VG/DF)
DESERTS
DARK CHOCOLATE BROWNIE / warm brownie served with wild berry compote, chocolate soil, and Doris plum sorbet (GFO)
CHEESECAKE OF THE DAY / cheesecake of the day served with a paired ice cream. Please ask your waiter for today’s flavour
SAFFRON POACHED PEAR / a saffron poached pear with house made granola, vegan creamy mango custard, and creamy coconut sorbet (DF/VG)
#Credit Card/Cash bar for drinks payable on consumption by guests
2 Course (Main/Desert) guests to select one from each:
MAINS
SCOTCH FILLET / 300g scotch fillet served on crispy agria potatoes, with green beans and blue cheese & caramelised onion sauce (GFO/DFO)
LAMB SHANK / tender slow-cooked lamb shank served on creamy potato mash, with steamed seasonal vegetables and red wine jus (GFO)
GRILLED CAJUN CHICKEN BREAST / grilled Cajun chicken breast served on smoked kumara puree, with green beans and red wine jus (GFO/DFO)
PAN-SEARED SALMON / crispy-skinned salmon on lemon & herb crushed potatoes, with bok choy, shrimp sambal, fresh lemon, and finished with crispy prawn crackers (GFO/DFO)
ROAST MUSHROOM FETTUCCINI / fettuccini simmered in creamy white wine & roasted mushroom sauce with red onion, baby spinach, and parmesan (V/DFO)
TERIYAKI TOFU SALAD / seared teriyaki marinated tofu on a salad of roast mushrooms, roast kumara, tomato, cucumber, mesclun, red onion, and avocado in our house vinaigrette, served with a pita bread (V/VG/DF)
DESERTS
DARK CHOCOLATE BROWNIE / warm brownie served with wild berry compote, chocolate soil, and Doris plum sorbet (GFO)
CHEESECAKE OF THE DAY / cheesecake of the day served with a paired ice cream. Please ask your waiter for today’s flavour
SAFFRON POACHED PEAR / a saffron poached pear with house made granola, vegan creamy mango custard, and creamy coconut sorbet (DF/VG)
#Credit Card/Cash bar for drinks payable on consumption by guests
Breakfast Available from 6:30 am Café Alma, Ground Floor Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Dress: Smart Casual
8:30am Depart Novotel Hamilton to Waikato Stud (Coach)
9:30am Arrive Waikato Stud #
10:30am Depart Waikato Stud to Windsor Park Stud
11:30am Arrive Windsor Park Stud
Lunch Windsor Park Stud
1:45pm Depart Windsor Park Stud to Cambridge Stud
2:00pm Arrive Cambridge Stud #
5:00pm Depart Cambridge Stud to Novotel Tainui Hamilton
5:30pm Arrive Novotel Tainui Hamilton (Coach ends - not required rest of afternoon/night)
7:00pm Pre-Dinner Drinks in Lobby Bar, Novotel Tainui Hamilton
7:30pm Dinner Private Room, Novotel Tainui Hamilton
10:00pm Dinner Concludes.
Dress: Smart Casual
8:30am Depart Novotel Hamilton to Waikato Stud (Coach)
9:30am Arrive Waikato Stud #
10:30am Depart Waikato Stud to Windsor Park Stud
11:30am Arrive Windsor Park Stud
Lunch Windsor Park Stud
1:45pm Depart Windsor Park Stud to Cambridge Stud
2:00pm Arrive Cambridge Stud #
5:00pm Depart Cambridge Stud to Novotel Tainui Hamilton
5:30pm Arrive Novotel Tainui Hamilton (Coach ends - not required rest of afternoon/night)
7:00pm Pre-Dinner Drinks in Lobby Bar, Novotel Tainui Hamilton
7:30pm Dinner Private Room, Novotel Tainui Hamilton
10:00pm Dinner Concludes.
Dinner Menu: Novotel Tainui Hamilton
2 Course (Main/Desert) alternate drop
MAIN
Beef Eye Fillet, chimichurri, peppercorn sauce
or
Market Fish of the Day with Garlic Prawns
DESERT
Crème Brulee – Vanilla Ice Cream, biscuit crumb V
or
Spiced Pear with Cinnamon oat crumble, red wine reduction, vanilla ice cream
#Credit Card/Cash bar for drinks payable on consumption by guests
2 Course (Main/Desert) alternate drop
MAIN
Beef Eye Fillet, chimichurri, peppercorn sauce
or
Market Fish of the Day with Garlic Prawns
DESERT
Crème Brulee – Vanilla Ice Cream, biscuit crumb V
or
Spiced Pear with Cinnamon oat crumble, red wine reduction, vanilla ice cream
#Credit Card/Cash bar for drinks payable on consumption by guests
Breakfast Available from 6:30 am Café Alma, Ground Floor Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Dress: Smart Casual
8:30am Depart Novotel Hamilton to Cambridge Stud Racing Stables (Coach)
10:15am Arrive Cambridge Stud Racing Stables, Karaka
11:30pm Depart Cambridge Stud Racing Stables to New Zealand Bloodstock
11:45pm Arrive New Zealand Bloodstock
Lunch: Ethereal Restaurant - DoubleTree Hilton Karaka
1:00pm Depart New Zealand Bloodstock
1:30pm Arrive Auckland International Airport (Coach Ends)
Tour Concludes
Dress: Smart Casual
8:30am Depart Novotel Hamilton to Cambridge Stud Racing Stables (Coach)
10:15am Arrive Cambridge Stud Racing Stables, Karaka
11:30pm Depart Cambridge Stud Racing Stables to New Zealand Bloodstock
11:45pm Arrive New Zealand Bloodstock
Lunch: Ethereal Restaurant - DoubleTree Hilton Karaka
1:00pm Depart New Zealand Bloodstock
1:30pm Arrive Auckland International Airport (Coach Ends)
Tour Concludes
GUEST NAMES (23 pax)
Julie Martin
Sue Stephens
Paul Nugent
David McEniery
Simon Fuhrmann
David Liddy
Craig Lagerroth
Deborah Bilsborough
Andrew Grigg
Sue Grigg
Jim Morison
Jeff Bristow
Di Williams
Mick Mathews
Ron Chilcott
Alan Mathews
Tom Hedley
Katrina Neumann
Jarrad McDonald
Tegan McDonald
Stephen Massingham
Tina Clark
Rick Bow
Sue Stephens
Paul Nugent
David McEniery
Simon Fuhrmann
David Liddy
Craig Lagerroth
Deborah Bilsborough
Andrew Grigg
Sue Grigg
Jim Morison
Jeff Bristow
Di Williams
Mick Mathews
Ron Chilcott
Alan Mathews
Tom Hedley
Katrina Neumann
Jarrad McDonald
Tegan McDonald
Stephen Massingham
Tina Clark
Rick Bow
