The Length & Breadth 30 Days North To South Tour

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The Length & Breadth 30 Days North to South Tour

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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).

This 30-day tour starts in Auckland and finishes in Christchurch

Experience the iconic attractions, activities and hidden gems in this 30-day tour exploring the North and South Islands in great detail. Explore the beautiful Bay of Islands (150 islands) next to Lake Rotorua, delightful Kaikoura, Dunedin, remote Lake Te Anau and world-famous Milford, Queenstown and the West Coast Glaciers as well as the major cities.

You’ll also spend time in more out-of-the-way locations such as the Coromandel, Hawke's Bay, Wairarapa and Abel Tasman National Park. Experience the diverse geography between the north and south, the spectacular landscapes and the rich wildlife that inhabits our land and seas. This tour has something for everyone.

Quick Summary

The Length & Breadth 30 Days North to South

Day 1: Arrive in Auckland the 'City of Sails'

Accommodation: CityLife Auckland

Day 2: Explore Auckland and Surrounds

Accommodation: CityLife Auckland

Day 3: Leave Auckland over the Harbour Bridge, then Travel North to the sub-tropical Bay of Islands

Accommodation: Sea Spray Suites

Day 4: Bay of Islands

Spend the Day Discovering the Bay of Islands, on a Scenic Cruise or Exploring the Historic Russell

Accommodation: Sea Spray Suites

Day 5: Northland

Cross Northland following the aqua-blue waters of the Hokianga before travelling down the Kauri Coast

Accommodation: Snells Beach Motel

Day 6: Auckland

Pass through Auckland and the Hauraki Plains before the coastal climb to Coromandel

Accommodation: Coromandel Court Motel

Day 7: Tairua

Follow the coastline past white sandy beaches and bay to Tairua

Accommodation: Paku Lodge

Day 8: Rotorua

Travel along the Bay of Plenty before turning inland towards the lakes of Rotorua

Accommodation: Bella Vista Rotorua

Day 9: Hobbiton

Spend the discovering Hobbiton and perhaps geothermal activity

Accommodation: Bella Vista Rotorua

Day 10: Hawke's Bay

First head to Lake Taupo before travelling east to Hawke's Bay

Accommodation: Pebble Beach Motor Inn, Napier

Day 11: Hawke's Bay

Discover the Art Deco architecture, vineyards and gannets of the Hawke's Bay

Accommodation: Pebble Beach Motor Inn, Napier

Day 12: Martinborough

Drive south through Hawkes Bay and the Wairarapa region to the boutique vineyards of Martinborough

Accommodation: The Claremont, Martinborough

Day 13: Wellington

Travel over the Rimutaka Ranges to Wellington

Accommodation: City Life Wellington

Day 14: Cook Strait

Today you'll cross the Cook Strait on the Interislander Ferry

Accommodation: Ocean View Chalets

Day 15: Abel Tasman National Park

Explore Abel Tasman National Park home to aqua-blue waters and playful seals.

Accommodation: Ocean View Chalets

Day 16: Marlborough

Pass over the dry hills of Marlborough before reaching the Pacific Ocean which leads you to Kaikoura

Accommodation: The White Morph, Kaikoura

Day 17: Kaikoura

Explore Kaikoura home to an abundance of marine wildlife

Accommodation: The White Morph, Kaikoura

Day 18: North Canterbury

Drive through the North Canterbury countryside to Christchurch

Accommodation: Quest Cathedral Junction

Day 19: Christchurch

Explore the evolving city of Christchurch

Accommodation: Quest Cathedral Junction

Day 20: Canterbury

Today you'll enjoy a scenic drive through Canterbury and the MacKenzie Country

Accommodation: Mt Cook Lodge & Motels

Day 21: MacKenzie Country

Leaving the MacKenzie Country you'll follow the Waitaki River to the coast then south for Dunedin

Accommodation: Motel on York

Day 22: Otago Peninsula

Explore historic Dunedin and the wildlife on Otago Peninsula

Accommodation: Motel on York

Day 23: South Otago

Travel through the rich farmland of South Otago and Southland to reach Te Anau, the gateway to Fiordland

Accommodation: Lakefront Lodge

Day 24: Milford

Travel the spectacular Milford Road to Milford Sound for your cruise

Accommodation: Lakefront Lodge

Meals included: Lunch

Day 25: Lake Wakatipu

Travel through the rolling Southland countryside to Lake Wakatipu which will lead you to Queenstown

Accommodation: Garden Court Suites and Apartments

Day 26: Queenstown

Explore Queenstown and try one of the many adventure activities on offer

Accommodation: Garden Court Suites and Apartments

Day 27: Wanaka

Take the Crown Range Road to Wanaka before travelling the spectacular Haast Pass to the West Coast

Accommodation: Punga Grove Motel & Suites

Day 28: Westland National Park

Explore the glacier region and Westland National Park

Accommodation: Punga Grove Motel & Suites

Day 29: Christchurch

Drive north along the stunning West Coast Road and take the TranzAlpine train to Christchurch

Accommodation: Quest Cathedral Junction

Day 30: Depart Christchurch Today