This 19 day tour starts in Auckland and finishes in Christchurch.

Itinerary summary for: Auckland to Christchurch Wonders of New Zealand

Day 1: Welcome to Auckland City
Accommodation: Nesuto Stadium Hotel and Apartments

Day 2: Explore the 'City of Sails' or take a ferry to Waiheke Island for the day
Accommodation: Nesuto Stadium Hotel and Apartments

Day 3: Drive south through the rich fertile farmland of the Waikato to the limestone caves of Waitomo
Accommodation: Palm Court Motel Otorohanga

Day 4: Cross country to Lake Taupo, where the thrilling Huka Jet Boat ride is always a fun break from driving
Accommodation: Silver Fern Suites & Spa

Day 5: Your day in Rotorua could be spent discovering Maori culture or thrilling adventure rides
Accommodation: Silver Fern Suites & Spa

Day 6: Travel to rural Rangitikei for a night at the river retreat of Tarata
Accommodation: Tarata Fishaway

Day 7: Continue south through the Manawatu before you reach the Kapiti Coast which guides you to Wellington
Accommodation: Adina CityLife Wellington [Formerly Heritage CityLife Wellington]

Day 8: Uncover the charms of Wellington City, including the quirky cafes and fascinating museums
Accommodation: Adina CityLife Wellington [Formerly Heritage CityLife 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: Blenheim Palms Motel

Day 10: Drive to the seaside town of Kaikoura today
Accommodation: The White Morph, Kaikōura

Day 11: Take a whale watching cruise this morning, then head south to the ever changing city of Christchurch
Accommodation: Quest on Cambridge

Day 12: Travel over the hill to Bank's Peninsula and Akaroa where you'll swim with the dolphins
Accommodation: Quest on Cambridge

Day 13: Today you'll enjoy a scenic drive through Canterbury and the MacKenzie Country
Accommodation: Mt Cook Motel

Day 14: Follow the dry lands to Lindis Pass which leads into Central Otago, then through the Kawerau Gorge to Queenstown
Accommodation: Scenic Suites Queenstown

Day 15: The day is yours to discover all the scenic spots and fun activities on offer in Queenstown
Accommodation: Scenic Suites Queenstown

Day 16: Take the Crown Range Road to Wanaka before travelling the spectacular Haast Pass to the West Coast
Accommodation: Punga Grove Motel & Suites

Day 17: Explore Franz Josef and Westland National Park
Accommodation: Punga Grove Motel & Suites

Day 18: Drive north along the stunning West Coast Road and take the TranzAlpine train to Christchurch
Accommodation: Quest on Cambridge

Day 19: Depart Christchurch today