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Extended New Zealand Tour
This 31 day tour starts in Christchurch and finishes in Auckland.
This extensive month long tour visits all major regions on both the North and South Islands. A relaxed pace allows time to immerse yourself into the local atmosphere. The tour includes a great range of activities such as wildlife tours to view seals, albatross, penguins, dolphins and bird life plus must see destinations such as Milford Sound. An afternoon wine tour in Marlborough, a Maori cultural evening and dinner plus much more make this comprehensive itinerary a great option.
Accommodation type on this tour is: Motels.
Rental car insurance included
Rental car inclusions: Unlimited kilometres,airport/ferry terminal fees, additional drivers.
Tour pack: Includes detailed driving instructions, maps, guide books and much more.
This tour can be customised to suit you precisely - just request here.
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Itinerary summary for: Extended New Zealand Tour
Day 1: Arrive Christchurch City
Accommodation:
Bella Vista Christchurch
Day 2: Enjoy the scenes through the Southern Alps aboard the TranzAlpine Train
Accommodation:
Punga Grove Motel & Suites
Day 3: Enjoy the nature of the rainforest and perhaps a Glacier Helicopter flight
Accommodation:
Punga Grove Motel & Suites
Day 4: Leaving the Glacier Country you'll follow the coast to Haast Pass which leads you to Wanaka
Accommodation:
Clearbrook Motel and Serviced Apartments
Day 5: Enjoy a cruise on Lake Wanaka before headed over to Queenstown
Accommodation:
Blue Peaks Lodge
Day 6: The day is yours to discover all the scenic spots and fun activities on offer in Queenstown
Accommodation:
Blue Peaks Lodge
Day 7: Enjoy a day on the Dart River
Accommodation:
Blue Peaks Lodge
Day 8: Travel through the rich farmland of South Otago and Southland to reach Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland
Accommodation:
Lakefront Lodge
Day 9: Journey along the stunning Milford Road to Milford Sound for your cruise, then return to Te Anau
Accommodation:
Lakefront Lodge
Day 10: Travel through rolling Southland countryside tho arrive in Dunedin
Accommodation:
Motel on York
Day 11: Enjoy the wildlife of the Otago Peninsula
Accommodation:
Motel on York
Day 12: Leaving Dunedin cross the Waitaki Valley and Mackenzie Country to Aoraki-Mt Cook
Accommodation:
Mt Cook Motel
Day 13: Get up close with glaciers before a scenic drive to Christchurch
Accommodation:
Bella Vista Christchurch
Day 14: Take some time to enjoy the Garden City before departing to coastal Kaikoura
Accommodation:
The White Morph, Kaikoura
Day 15: Departing Kaikoura you'll travel to Abel Tasman National Park
Accommodation:
Ocean View Chalets
Day 16: Explore Abel Tasman National Park on a guided kayak and walking trip
Accommodation:
Ocean View Chalets
Day 17: An afternoon of wine awaits in Marlborough
Accommodation:
Bella Vista Blenheim
Day 18: Today you'll cross the Cook Strait on the Interislander Ferry
Accommodation:
CityLife Wellington
Day 19: Uncover the charms of Wellington City, including the quirky cafes and fascinating museums
Accommodation:
CityLife Wellington
Day 20: Over the Rimutaka Ranges, then north through the wine regions of Wairarapa and Hawkes Bay
Accommodation:
Bella Vista Napier
Day 21: Gannet Safari Tour then time to explore Napier and the Hawkes Bay
Accommodation:
Bella Vista Napier
Day 22: Napier to Rotorua, Tamaki Maori Village evening concert and dinner
Accommodation:
Silver Fern Suites & Spa
Day 23: Your day in Rotorua could be spent discovering Maori culture or thrilling adventure rides
Accommodation:
Silver Fern Suites & Spa
Day 24: Follow the Bay of Plenty coastline north to Coromandel where you'll experience the delightful Driving Creek Railway
Accommodation:
Coromandel Court Motel
Day 25: Cross the Hauraki Plains and through Auckland to Snells Beach
Accommodation:
Snells Beach Motel
Day 26: Travel north to the sub-tropical Bay of Islands
Accommodation:
Sea Spray Suites
Day 27: Bay of Islands cruise then time to explore
Accommodation:
Sea Spray Suites
Day 28: Ninety Mile Beach and Cape Reinga day tour
Accommodation:
Sea Spray Suites
Day 29: Cross Northland following the aqua blue waters of the Hokianga before travelling down the Kauri Coast
Accommodation:
Auckland City Hotel
Day 30: Explore the 'City of Sails'
Accommodation:
Auckland City Hotel
Day 31: Depart Auckland today