This 20 day tour starts in Auckland and finishes in Christchurch.

Itinerary summary for: Auckland to Christchurch 20 Day Highlights

Day 1: Welcome to Auckland the 'City of Sails'
Accommodation: Fable Auckland

Day 2: Explore Auckland and surrounds
Accommodation: Fable Auckland

Day 3: Drive south through the rich fertile farmland of the Waikato and maybe stop at Hobbiton Village on your way to Rotorua
Accommodation: Regent of Rotorua

Day 4: Your day in Rotorua could be spent discovering Maori culture or thrilling adventure rides
Accommodation: Regent of Rotorua

Day 5: First head to Lake Taupo before travelling east to the Hawke's Bay
Accommodation: McHardy Lodge

Day 6: Discover the Art Deco architecture and vineyards of the Hawkes Bay
Accommodation: McHardy Lodge

Day 7: Drive south through the Hawkes Bay and the Wairarapa regions before crossing the Rimutaka Ranges to Wellington
Accommodation: Bolton Hotel Wellington

Day 8: Uncover the charms of Wellington City, including the quirky cafes and fascinating museums
Accommodation: Bolton Hotel Wellington

Day 9: Today you'll cross the Cook Strait on the Interislander Ferry. Approaching Picton you'll cruise through the spectacular Marlborough Sounds
Accommodation: The Peppertree

Day 10: Drive to the seaside town of Kaikoura today
Accommodation: The Factory

Day 11: Continue south through the Canterbury countryside to Christchurch
Accommodation: Merivale Manor House

Day 12: Explore Christchurch City or maybe take a day trip to Akaroa
Accommodation: Merivale Manor House

Day 13: Today you'll enjoy a scenic drive through Canterbury and the MacKenzie Country
Accommodation: Hermitage Hotel, Aoraki Wing Premium

Day 14: Follow the dry lands to Lindis Pass which leads into Central Otago, then through the Kawerau Gorge to Queenstown
Accommodation: The Dairy Private Hotel by Naumi

Day 15: The day is yours to discover all the scenic spots and fun activities on offer in Queenstown
Accommodation: The Dairy Private Hotel by Naumi

Day 16: Milford Sound day tour and Cruise from Queenstown
Accommodation: The Dairy Private Hotel by Naumi

Day 17: Take the Crown Range Road to Wanaka before travelling the spectacular Haast Pass to the West Coast
Accommodation: Westwood Lodge

Day 18: Experience the glaciers of Westland National Park, either take a walk or maybe a scenic flight
Accommodation: Westwood Lodge

Day 19: Drive north along the stunning West Coast Road and take the TranzAlpine train to Christchurch
Accommodation: Merivale Manor House

Day 20: Depart Christchurch today