Tuesday 16 September. On arrival in Wellington, we are met by our driver and chauffeured to our centrally located hotel at the James Cook Grand Chancellor. After depositing our luggage, we make our way to Te Papa Museum. Take time to explore the many exhibitions on display. 

Later, we return back to the hotel with plenty of time for you to settle in to your room and unpack your bags for your 5-night stay. Tonight, we enjoy dinner in-house. 

Dinner.

Wednesday 17 September. Today we are driven out to Paraparaumu Beach, where we board our boat for Kapiti Island – one of NZ’s oldest and most important nature reserves. We have 2-hours on this island where an experienced nature guide walks with us to explain the rich human and ecological history, and help identify the flora and fauna around us. We enjoy a hot cuppa and a biscuit in the lodge before returning back to the mainland. 

We then make our way out ot the Southward Car Museum. Here, we check-out the incredible vintage car collection founded by Sir Len and Vera Southward. Purchasing their first Model T Ford in 1956 was the start of the largest privately owned car collection in the world. 

Put your glad rags on tonight as we wander down to a fabulous fine-dining restaurant. 

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. 

Thursday 18 September. Wellington is home to many creatives and our first visit today is to the Stansborough wool store. Stansborough creates heritage woven products from the grey wool of their unique breed of Stansborough Grey sheep. The store is home to their mill, which produces the yarn to create beautiful blankets, scarves, wraps and throws and is also sought after for the creation of many costumes for blockbuster movies. 

We then get the lowdown on the Miramar scene, the history of The Roxy and a chance to experience the grandeur of the Grand Lobby; the venue for many a red carpet premieres and film industry shindigs. Then sit back and relax while you watch a short film show reel created by Oscar winning film editor, Jamie Selkirk, celebrating cinema though the decades.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Friday 19 September. This morning we depart for Greytown and Martinborough. Greytown has beautifully restored Victorian wooden buildings that house stylish and interesting specialty stores, boutiques and cafes. Take your time to wander around this quaint town. 

A trip to the Wairarapa wouldn’t be complete without a vineyard lunch and wine tasting… so we’ve chosen a Martinborough Vineyard for a beautiful platter lunch. Sit back, relax and enjoy the stunning food and ambiance. 

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Saturday 20 September. Today is yours to enjoy. Either rest up and prepare for a late evening or make the most of Wellington with its amazing galleries, shops and culture.   

We enjoy an early dinner in-house before departing for TSB Arena for the main event! The World of Wearable Arts show. Prepare to be dazzled by the cutting-edge talent from across the globe, from the garment designers to the show’s dancers, aerialists, musicians and performers and the creative team which spends around 18 months bringing each bespoke WOW Awards Season together. As Platinum Pass holders to the show we get excellent viewing seats plus a 2025 Souvenir Programme!

Breakfast, Dinner.

Sunday 21 September. After a late night watching the show, we enjoy a restful morning before checking out. We then take the cable car up to Wellington Gardens and meander down the pathways to view the vibrant Tulips on display. We then visit Government House - home to the Governor-General of New Zealand for a tour of the impressive homestead.

Later, we make our way to Wellington Airport where we say our final farewells and make our way home.  We hope you’ve enjoyed your time away with Seemore Tours where you see more, do more, and have more fun!

Breakfast, Lunch.