| Duration: | 16 Day(s) - 15 Night(s) |
| Tour Category: | Classic Tours |
Kia ora - Welcome to New Zealand
City to Mountains, Auckland to Queenstown 16-Day Tour
Nationwide Self Drive
This 16-day tour starts in Auckland and finishes in Queenstown
Personal airport meet and greet, and private transfer to your accommodation
Sample itinerary, please note - we will add, and include accommodations once we have discussed your with you preferences -
All-inclusive tour package prepared by New Zealand-based specialists - so you sit back and relax
An exciting itinerary will be customized to suit you - let us help plan and perfect your dream vacation
We offer Self-drive trips (rental car) we arrange all your accommodations, activities, and attractions (you select) we book your rental car (fun, freedom, independence, flexibility) you set the pace each day, or perhaps you prefer a Private driver trip (fully guided) or, Escorted coach tours (daily commentary).
From the exciting vibrant city of Auckland (city of sails) you’ll travel south to the spectacular mountains and thrilling adventures of iconic Queenstown and beautiful Lake Wakatipu.
Along the way, you’ll travel through heartland New Zealand, including the cultural mecca of Lake Rotorua (35% of the population here are Maori) and quirky Wellington city (a drive up Mount Victoria is well worthwhile, stunning views and a visit to Te Papa on the waterfront is a must-do in our view!) - in the North Island.
While on the South Island, you have opportunities to meet our unique wildlife in delightful Kaikoura, giant Sperm whales, acrobatic Dusky dolphins,s and huge Albatross, as hundreds of Fur seals - in Dunedin marvel at the magnificent wilderness of world-acclaimed Milford Sound.
Quick Summary
City to Mountains, Auckland to Queenstown 16-Day Tour
Day 1: Arrive in Auckland the 'City of Sails'
Accommodation: CityLife Auckland
Day 2: Explore Auckland
Collect your car this morning and you have the day to explore Auckland
Accommodation: CityLife Auckland
Day 3: Waikato Region
Travel south through the fertile farmland of the Waikato region and maybe stop at Hobbiton Village on your way to Rotorua.
Accommodation: Bella Vista Rotorua
Day 4: Rotorua
Spend your day in Rotorua discovering Maori culture or maybe head out on a thrilling adventure.
Accommodation: Bella Vista Rotorua
Day 5: Lake Taupo
Today is filled with fantastic scenery including Lake Taupo, the Desert Road, and the Kapiti Coastline as you approach Wellington.
Accommodation: CityLife Wellington
Day 6: Cook Strait
Today you'll cross the Cook Strait on the Interislander Ferry. Approaching Picton you'll cruise through the spectacular Marlborough Sounds.
Accommodation: Bella Vista Blenheim
Day 7: Kaikoura
Travel the Coastal Pacific Highway to Kaikoura
Accommodation: The White Morph, Kaikoura
Day 8: Christchurch
Head south through the north Canterbury countryside to Christchurch.
Accommodation: Bella Vista Christchurch
Day 9: Garden City of Christchurch - Akaroa
Explore the 'Garden City' of Christchurch or perhaps a day trip to Akaroa.
Accommodation: Bella Vista Christchurch
Day 10: Dunedin
Travel south through the Canterbury Plains where you'll join the coastline which takes you to Dunedin.
Accommodation: Motel on York
Day 11: Wildlife Tour
Explore the history of Dunedin and the wildlife on the Otago Peninsula.
Accommodation: Motel on York
Day 12: Fiordland
Travel through the rich farmland of South Otago and Southland to reach Te Anau, the gateway to Fiordland.
Accommodation: Lakefront Lodge
Day 13: Cruising
Take one of the greatest road trips to Milford Sound where you'll enjoy a stunning cruise.
Accommodation: Lakefront Lodge
Meals included: Lunch
Day 14: Lake Wakatipu to Queenstown
Travel through rolling Southland countryside then follow Lake Wakatipu to Queenstown.
Accommodation: Garden Court Suites and Apartments
Day 15: Queenstown
A day to discover the highlights of the 'Adventure Capital' of Queenstown.
Accommodation: Garden Court Suites and Apartments
Day 16: Departure
Depart Queenstown today.
