City | Coast | Kāpiti Island Escape
Duration: 5 Nights | Type : Self Guided
DAY ONE
Itinerary
- Private transfer from the airport
- Mount Victoria walk (optional guide)
- Dinner
- Luxury stay
What you will love
- Mount Victoria’s scenic trails offer a perfect mix of adventure and city charm
- A city where every corner serves up a new favourite
DAY TWO
Itinerary
Wild Skyline
- Hotel breakfast
- Transfer to Mākara via a favourite Wellington café for a take-away coffee
- Mākara to Khandallah Park via Mount Kaukau Summit walk
- Picnic lunch
- Te Araroa Trail to city walk (Part of the Cape Reinga to Bluff Trail)
- Botanical Gardens & refreshments
- Wellington cable car ride down to Lambton Quay
- Relax – Swim & sauna at your hotel or maybe an ocean swim!
- New Zealand wine & dinner experience
- Luxury stay
OR
City Rocks
- Hotel breakfast
- Transfer to Red Rocks via a favourite Wellington café for a take-away coffee
- Red Rocks to Brooklyn Wind Turbine walk
- Picnic lunch
- Brooklyn Wind Turbine to Aro St
- Aro St Refreshments
- Aro St to Hotel walk
- Relax – swim & sauna at your hotel or an ocean dip!
- New Zealand wine & dinner experience
- Luxury stay
What you will love
- Choosing from one of our favourite city walks
- A real cross section of Wellington terrain and vistas
- Rugged coastlines and rolling hills
DAY THREE
Itinerary
- Hotel breakfast
- Transfer to the Escarpment Track – with a take away coffee pick up
- ‘Stairway to Heaven’ walk with the option to return to starting point. Selection of treats
- Coastal village lunch
- Selection of treats
- Transfer to beachside accomodation
- Ocean dip (weather dependent!)
- Dinner at the local pub or local eatery
- Overnight coastal accommodation
What you will love
- The heart racing after all those steps – 1200!
- Views of Kāpiti Island
- Hanging out at the beach
DAY Four
Itinerary
- Transfer to Kāpiti Island Office
- Breakfast at a local eatery
- Boat transfer to Rangatira, Kāpiti Island
- Briefing
- Guided Walk
- Climb Kāpiti s highest peak, Tuteremoana
- Picnic Lunch
- Relax by the shore
- Boat transfer to Waiorua Bay, Kāpiti Island
- Dinner and unwind under the stars
- Evening guided walk
- Glamping experience
What you will love
- Falling asleep and arising to the extraordinary symphony of rare and native birds
DAY FIVE
Itinerary
- Fully cooked breakfast
- Coastal or hill walk
- Hot lunch at the lodge
- Boat transfer to the mainland
- Return transfer to the city
- Swim, sauna or maybe an ocean dip!
- City dining
- Luxury Stay
What you will love
- Unique hospitality and campfire tales
- Visiting Kāpiti Island is an unforgettable experience that combines history, conservation, and breathtaking natural beauty
DAY sIX
Itinerary
- Leisurely breakfast
- Return transfer for a morning walk – You choose?
– Brooklyn Wind Turbine to Aro Street
– Coastal walk
– Guided city walk
- Transfer to the airport
What you will love
- After a Walkington journey through Wellington, the Escarpment Track, and an overnight stay on Kāpiti Island, you’ll feel invigorated, inspired, and deeply connected to both nature and Wellington City
WHAT TO EXPECT?
an Easy to Intermediate walk
Day 1
From 5km
Day 2
22km (12km option)
or
18km (13km option)
Day 3
From 10km (20km option)
Day 4
From 7.5km
Day 5
From 7km
Day 6
From 5km
Guide Price: $3079
(based on twin share)
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Seamless Transfers: Private transfers to and from the airport, ensuring a stress-free start and finish to your journey.
- Baggage Transfers: We will hold onto all your luggage subject to your flight times to make your trip super easy.
- Luxury Accommodation: Three nights in a deluxe room in a 5-star city-centre hotel, featuring two breakfasts crafted from the freshest local ingredients. (Nights 1, 2 and 5)
- Barista Coffee Experience: A perfect brewed coffee en route to your Day 2 and Day 3 adventure, introducing you to Wellington’s celebrated café culture.
- Walk Transfers: Seamless transfers to the start of your walk on Day 2.
- Gourmet Picnic Lunch: A thoughtfully curated picnic on Day 2, featuring seasonal delights and fresh, local flavours.
- New Zealand Wine & Fine Dining: An exclusive wine-tasting and dinner experience in one of the city’s best restaurants, showcasing the best of New Zealand’s wine and cuisine.
- Walk Transfers: Seamless transfers to the start of your walk on Day 3.
- Yummy treats and snacks for your walk across the ‘stairway to heaven’.
- Transfer to your beachside accommodation. (Night 3)
- Platter goodies and a bottle of wine on arrival.
- Transfer to Kapiti Island Office, Paraparaumu.
- Boat transfer to Rangatira, Kāpiti Island – Briefing, guided walk and picnic lunch.
- Boat transfer to Waiorua Bay, Kāpiti Island – Drinks, dinner, night-time tour, glamping experience. (Night 4)
- Cooked breakfast and hot lunch.
- Boat transfer to Paraparaumu.
- Transfer to Wellington.
- City accomodation. (Night 5)
- Walk Transfers on Day 5 and transfer to airport.
- Comprehensive guides to each walk, ensuring effortless navigation and an stress-free adventure.
- 24/7 Support: On-call assistance throughout your stay for peace of mind and a seamless experience.
OPTIONAL EXTRAS
Expert Tour Guides
Enhance your journey with a knowledgeable guide who will share captivating stories, local insights, and a deeper understanding of the region's history, culture and natural beauty.
Flexible Walk Options
Prefer a shorter walk? We’ll arrange a convenient collection, allowing you to enjoy a portion of the trail while still soaking in the stunning views. If you would prefer a longer walk, we can arrange that for you too!
Hungry walkers?
While we've got you covered with a delicious picnic and treats, if you fancy an extra pie, or an ice cream break, those little indulgences are on you—because sometimes, a snack of your own choosing hits the spot way better!
Restaurant Bookings
Let us arrange a fabulous dinner for one of your free evenings, tailored to your preferences, at one of the regions finest restaurants. Enjoy a blend of local flavours and award-winning cuisine.
Breakfast On Your Final Morning
Wellington is home to an incredible array of breakfast cafés, each offering a taste of the city's vibrant morning culture. On your final morning with us, we’d love to recommend one of our personal favorites, giving you the chance to experience an authentic Wellington start to the day—great coffee, delicious food, and the city’s unique morning atmosphere.
Massage?
Relax sore muscles and accelerate recovery - leaving you refreshed, rejuvenated, and ready for your next adventure.
Evening Entertainment Options
Immerse yourself in Wellington’s vibrant cultural scene with tickets to world-class theatre performances, live music events, or thrilling sporting matches at iconic venues.
Where to next?
Let us help you plan your next leg or next trip - we are experts in all aspects of New Zealand Tourism - where to go and what to see!
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