Auckland to Queenstown 11 day highlights

This 11 day tour starts in Auckland and finishes in Queenstown.

From the vibrant city of Auckland you’ll travel south to the spectacular mountains and thrilling adventures of Queenstown. Along the way you’ll travel through heartland New Zealand, including the cultural mecca of Rotorua and quirky Wellington City in the North Island. While in the South Island you have opportunities for wildlife encounters in Kaikoura and plenty of time to explore the spectacular scenery of Queenstown.

Accommodation type on this tour is: Hotel 3 star.

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.

This tour also features:

Includes: 10 breakfasts

Includes: Private airport transfers

Includes: Interislander ferry crossing

Itinerary summary for: Auckland to Queenstown 11 day highlights

Day 1: Arrive into Auckland City
Accommodation: Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland City

Day 2: Drive south through the rich fertile farmland of the Waikato and maybe stop at Hobbiton Village on your way to Rotorua
Accommodation: Sudima Lake Rotorua

Day 3: Your day in Rotorua could be spent discovering Maori culture or thrilling adventure rides
Accommodation: Sudima Lake Rotorua

Day 4: Today is filled with fantastic scenery including Lake Taupo, the Desert Road and the Kapiti Coastline as you approach Wellington
Accommodation: Distinction Wellington Century City Hotel

Day 5: Today you'll cross the Cook Strait on the Interislander Ferry. Approaching Picton you'll cruise through the spectacular Marlborough Sounds
Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Marlborough

Day 6: Drive to the seaside town of Kaikoura today
Accommodation: The White Morph, Kaikoura

Day 7: Continue south through Canterbury countryside to Christchurch
Accommodation: Heartland Hotel Cotswold

Day 8: Today you'll enjoy a scenic drive through Canterbury and the MacKenzie Country
Accommodation: Hermitage Hotel Room Mount Cook View

Day 9: Follow the dry lands to Lindis Pass which leads into Central Otago, then through the Kawerau Gorge to Queenstown
Accommodation: Heartland Hotel Queenstown

Day 10: The day is yours to discover all the scenic spots and fun activities on offer in Queenstown
Accommodation: Heartland Hotel Queenstown

Day 11: Depart Queenstown today