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Northbound Christchurch to Auckland 17 day self drive tour
This 17 day tour starts in Christchurch and finishes in Auckland.
**Please be advised that certain aspects of this tour may operate on specific days of the week during the winter months. We recommend contacting one of our travel specialists to identify a departure date that suits your schedule.
From Christchurch you’ll first travel a loop of the lower South Island, beginning with the iconic TranzAlpine scenic train crossing the Southern Alps to the West Coast. Highlights of the section of the trip include a scenic flight and snow landing on the remarkable West Coast glaciers and a spectacular cruise in Milford Sound. Heading north you’ll enjoy a wine tasting tour in Marlborough, before crossing the Cook Strait to the North Island and the quirky capital city of Wellington. Travel through the central plateau to Rotorua and its bubbling mud pools and unique Maori culture before arriving into Auckland the ‘City of Sails’.
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.
This tour also features:
Itinerary summary for: Northbound Christchurch to Auckland 17 day self drive tour
Day 1: Arrive into Christchurch City
Accommodation:
Quest on Cambridge
Day 2: Board the TranzAlpine train and journey over the Southern Alps to Greymouth
Accommodation:
Bella Vista Greymouth
Day 3: With mountains on your left and the wild Tasman Sea you'll venture south to Westland National Park
Accommodation:
Bella Vista Franz Josef
Day 4: Travel the spectacular Haast Pass to the West Coast, then over the Crown Range to Queenstown
Accommodation:
Scenic Suites Queenstown
Day 5: Board your luxury coach to Milford Sound, then sit back and relax as you take in the fantastic views
Accommodation:
Scenic Suites Queenstown
Day 6: The day is yours to discover all the scenic spots and fun activities on offer in Queenstown
Accommodation:
Scenic Suites Queenstown
Day 7: Follow the Kawerau Gorge to Central Otago, then cross the Lindis Pass into the MacKenzie Country
Accommodation:
Mt Cook Motel
Day 8: Today you'll enjoy a scenic drive through the MacKenzie Country and the Canterbury Plains
Accommodation:
Quest on Cambridge
Day 9: Continue north through rural Canterbury to the Pacific Ocean and seaside settlement of Kaikoura
Accommodation:
The White Morph, Kaikoura
Day 10: Drive through the coastal road before reaching the vineyards of Blenheim
Accommodation:
Blenheim Palms Motel
Day 11: Today you'll cross the Cook Strait on the Interislander Ferry. Departing Picton you'll cruise through the spectacular Marlborough Sounds
Accommodation:
Adina CityLife Wellington
Day 12: Relive the Lord of the Rings with a fascinating tour of the Wellington film locations
Accommodation:
Adina CityLife Wellington
Day 13: Today is filled with fantastic scenery including the Kapiti Coastline as you depart Wellington and the Desert Road
Accommodation:
Silver Fern Suites & Spa
Day 14: Your day in Rotorua could be spent discovering Maori culture or thrilling adventure rides
Accommodation:
Silver Fern Suites & Spa
Day 15: Drive north through the rich fertile farmland of the Waikato and maybe stop at Hobbiton Village on your way to Auckland
Accommodation:
Nesuto Stadium Hotel and Apartments
Day 16: A free day to explore the 'City of Sails'
Accommodation:
Nesuto Stadium Hotel and Apartments
Day 17: Depart Auckland today