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24 Day Grand Explorer
This 24 day tour starts in Auckland and finishes in Christchurch.
This explorer tour takes in major attractions of both the North and South Island, while also guiding you to some favourite holiday destinations of the locals, like the Coromandel Peninsula. Along the way you’ll enjoy two night stays to ensure you really experience New Zealand and have time to enjoy the many activities on offer. We’ve also included four very different scenic cruises, beginning with a cruise in the sub-tropical Bay of Islands and finishing with a nature cruise in the pristine Milford Sound. At the right time of year you might spot dolphins, penguins, seals and royal albatross.
Accommodation type on this tour is: Hotel 4 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.
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Itinerary summary for: 24 Day Grand Explorer
Day 1: Arrive into Auckland City
Accommodation:
SkyCity Hotel Auckland
Day 2: Leave Auckland over the harbour bridge, then travel north to Waipoua Forest and the Hokianga
Accommodation:
Opononi Hotel
Day 3: Cross Northland following the aqua blue waters of the Hokianga to the tropical Bay of Islands where you'll take to the water for a cruise
Accommodation:
Copthorne Hotel & Resort Bay of Islands
Day 4: Head south to the 'City of Sails'
Accommodation:
SkyCity Hotel Auckland
Day 5: Pass through the Hauraki Plains before the coastal climb to Coromandel
Accommodation:
Grand Mercure Puka Park Resort
Day 6: Free day to explore the Coromandel Peninsula
Accommodation:
Grand Mercure Puka Park Resort
Day 7: Travel along the Bay of Plenty before turning inland towards the lakes of Rotorua
Accommodation:
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Day 8: Your day in Rotorua could be spent discovering Maori culture or thrilling adventure rides
Accommodation:
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Day 9: First head to Lake Taupo before travelling east to the Hawke's Bay
Accommodation:
Art Deco Masonic Hotel
Day 10: Discover the Art Deco architecture and vineyards of the Hawkes Bay
Accommodation:
Art Deco Masonic Hotel
Day 11: Drive south through the Hawkes Bay and the Wairarapa region, then over the Rimutaka Ranges to the capital
Accommodation:
Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay
Day 12: Today you'll cross the Cook Strait on the Interislander Ferry. Approaching Picton you'll cruise through the spectacular Marlborough Sounds
Accommodation:
Tides Hotel (was Trailways Hotel)
Day 13: Explore Nelson and Abel Tasman National Park
Accommodation:
Tides Hotel (was Trailways Hotel)
Day 14: Head through the Lewis Pass to Christchurch
Accommodation:
Distinction Hotel Christchurch
Day 15: Overthe hills to discover the charms of Akaroa, take a in the harbour
Accommodation:
Les Troupes Apartments
Day 16: Travel south through the Canterbury Plains where you'll join the coastline which takes you to Dunedin
Accommodation:
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Day 17: Let Monarch introduce you to the history and wildlife of the Otago Peninsula
Accommodation:
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Day 18: Travel through the historic gold rush fields of Central Otago to reach the 'Adventure Capital' of Queenstown
Accommodation:
Millennium Hotel Queenstown
Day 19: The day is yours to discover all the scenic spots and fun activities on offer in Queenstown
Accommodation:
Millennium Hotel Queenstown
Day 20: You'll journey by luxury coach along the magnificent Milford Road, then cruise the fiord taking in all its natural wonders
Accommodation:
Millennium Hotel Queenstown
Day 21: Take the Crown Range Road to Wanaka before travelling the spectacular Haast Pass to the West Coast
Accommodation:
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
Day 22: Enjoy a walk or scenic flight for up close views of the glaciers
Accommodation:
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
Day 23: Drive north along the stunning West Coast Road and take the TranzAlpine train to Christchurch
Accommodation:
The George Hotel
Day 24: Depart Christchurch today