This 42 day tour starts in Auckland and finishes in Christchurch.

Itinerary summary for: Ultimate New Zealand Self Drive Tour

Day 1: Upon arrival into Auckland you’ll be transferred to your hotel and have the rest of the day at your leisure
Accommodation: Nesuto Stadium Hotel and Apartments

Day 2: Explore Auckland and surrounds
Accommodation: Nesuto Stadium Hotel and Apartments

Day 3: Leave Auckland over the harbour bridge, then travel north to the sub-tropical Bay of Islands
Accommodation: Sea Spray Suites

Day 4: Enjoy a scenic cruise of the Bay of Islands out to the Hole in the Rock
Accommodation: Sea Spray Suites

Day 5: Cross Northland following the aqua blue waters of the Hokianga before travelling down the Kauri Coast
Accommodation: Snells Beach Motel

Day 6: Pass through Auckland and the Hauraki Plains before the coastal climb to Coromandel
Accommodation: Coromandel Court Motel

Day 7: Follow the coastline past white sandy beaches and bays to Tairua
Accommodation: Pacific Harbour Villas

Day 8: Travel along the Bay of Plenty before turning inland towards the lakes of Rotorua
Accommodation: Silver Fern Suites & Spa

Day 9: Your day in Rotorua could be spent discovering Maori culture or thrilling adventure rides
Accommodation: Silver Fern Suites & Spa

Day 10: Cross the Waikato countryside to reach the limestone formations of Waitomo
Accommodation: Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge

Day 11: It's a short drive to Lake Taupo today
Accommodation: Beechtree Motel

Day 12: Cross the ranges towards the Hawke's Bay
Accommodation: Bella Vista Napier

Day 13: Discover the Art Deco architecture and vineyards of the Hawkes Bay
Accommodation: Bella Vista Napier

Day 14: Drive south through the Hawkes Bay and the Wairarapa region to the boutique vineyards of Martinborough
Accommodation: The Claremont, Martinborough

Day 15: Travel over the Rimutaka Ranges to Wellington
Accommodation: Adina CityLife Wellington [Formerly Heritage CityLife Wellington]

Day 16: Uncover the charms of Wellington City, including the quirky cafes and fascinating museums
Accommodation: Adina CityLife Wellington [Formerly Heritage CityLife Wellington]

Day 17: Today you'll cross the Cook Strait on the Interislander Ferry. Approaching Picton you'll cruise through the spectacular Marlborough Sounds
Accommodation: The Hotel Nelson

Day 18: It's a short drive to the idyllic Abel Tasman National Park
Accommodation: Ocean View Chalets

Day 19: Explore Abel Tasman National Park on one of the many walking, cruising or kayaking tours available
Accommodation: Ocean View Chalets

Day 20: Follow the beautiful Queen Charlotte Drive to the vineyards of Blenheim
Accommodation: Blenheim Palms Motel

Day 21: Drive to the seaside town of Kaikoura today
Accommodation: The White Morph, Kaikōura

Day 22: Explore Kaikoura home to an abundance of marine wildlife
Accommodation: The White Morph, Kaikōura

Day 23: Continue south through Canterbury farmland to Christchurch
Accommodation: Bella Vista Christchurch

Day 24: Explore Christchurch City or maybe take a trip to Arthurs Pass National Park
Accommodation: Bella Vista Christchurch

Day 25: Today it's a short drive to Bank's Peninsula and the charming village of Akaroa
Accommodation: Criterion Motel

Day 26: Today you'll enjoy a scenic drive through Canterbury and the MacKenzie Country
Accommodation: Mt Cook Motel

Day 27: Leaving the MacKenzie Country you'll follow the Waitaki River to the coast, where you'll turn south for Dunedin
Accommodation: Motel on York

Day 28: Explore Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula
Accommodation: Motel on York

Day 29: Follow the coastline through the Catlins to Invercargill
Accommodation: Balmoral Lodge Motel

Day 30: Catch a flight to Stewart Island
Accommodation: Kaka Retreat

Day 31: Today you'll cruise to the wildlife sanctuary of Ulva Island for your guided tour
Accommodation: Kaka Retreat

Day 32: Follow the Southern Scenic Route to Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland
Accommodation: Lakefront Lodge

Day 33: Journey along the magnificent Milford Road to Milford Sound where you'll take a cruise before returning to Te Anau
Accommodation: Lakefront Lodge

Day 34: Today you'll venture deep into Fiordland National Park to the 'Sound of Silence' Doubtful Sound
Accommodation: Lakefront Lodge

Day 35: Travel through rolling Southland countryside then follow Lake Wakatipu to Queenstown
Accommodation: Scenic Suites Queenstown

Day 36: The day is yours to discover all the scenic spots and fun activities on offer in Queenstown
Accommodation: Scenic Suites Queenstown

Day 37: Drive the Crown Range Road to the alpine town of Wanaka
Accommodation: The Moorings Wanaka

Day 38: Enjoy one of the many lakeside walks or take tour of some Central Otago wineries
Accommodation: The Moorings Wanaka

Day 39: Travel the spectacular Haast Pass to the West Coast
Accommodation: Punga Grove Motel & Suites

Day 40: Explore Franz Josef and the glaciers of Westland National Park
Accommodation: Punga Grove Motel & Suites

Day 41: Drive north along the stunning West Coast Road and take the TranzAlpine train to Christchurch
Accommodation: Bella Vista Christchurch

Day 42: Depart Christchurch today