This 26 day tour starts in Auckland and finishes in Christchurch.

Itinerary summary for: Extended Discovery of New Zealand

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

Day 2: With a whole day to explore you could visit some wineries, take in the views from Rangitoto or just relax
Accommodation: Fable Auckland

Day 3: Leave Auckland over the harbour bridge, then travel north to the sub-tropical Bay of Islands
Accommodation: Arcadia Lodge, Russell

Day 4: The best way to explore the Bay of Islands is on the water
Accommodation: Arcadia Lodge, Russell

Day 5: Cross Northland following the aqua blue waters of the Hokianga before travelling down the Kauri Coast
Accommodation: Woodhouse Mountain Lodge Warkworth

Day 6: After passing through Auckland you'll reach the rich green Waikato countryside then the Rotorua lakes
Accommodation: Regent of Rotorua

Day 7: Your day in Rotorua could be spent discovering Maori culture or thrilling adventure rides
Accommodation: Regent of Rotorua

Day 8: Today is filled with fantastic scenery including Lake Taupo, the Desert Road and the Kapiti Coastline as you approach Wellington
Accommodation: Bolton Hotel Wellington

Day 9: Cross the Cook Strait by ferry and as you approach Picton you'll have fabulous views of the Sounds
Accommodation: Kimi Ora Eco Resort

Day 10: Explore Abel Tasman National Park home to aqua blue waters and playful seals
Accommodation: Kimi Ora Eco Resort

Day 11: Pass through the Nelson Lakes region onto the seaside town of Kaikoura
Accommodation: Bendamere House B&B

Day 12: Explore Kaikoura home to an abundance of marine wildlife
Accommodation: Bendamere House B&B

Day 13: Pass through the Waipara Valley wine region on your way south to Christchurch
Accommodation: Orari Bed & Breakfast

Day 14: Take the day to explore the ever-changing city of Christchurch
Accommodation: Orari Bed & Breakfast

Day 15: Today you'll enjoy a scenic drive through Canterbury and the MacKenzie Country
Accommodation: Hermitage Hotel, Aoraki Wing Premium

Day 16: Leaving the MacKenzie Country you'll follow the Waitaki River to the coast, where you'll turn south for Dunedin
Accommodation: Camp Estate at Larnach Castle

Day 17: Discover the delightful wildlife that inhabit the Otago Peninsula
Accommodation: Camp Estate at Larnach Castle

Day 18: Travel through the rich farmland of South Otago and Southland to reach Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland
Accommodation: Te Anau Lodge

Day 19: Journey along the magnificent Milford Road for your Fiordland wilderness experience
Accommodation: Te Anau Lodge

Day 20: Say goodbye to Fiordland and hello to the Adventure Capital of Queenstown
Accommodation: The Dairy Private Hotel by Naumi

Day 21: 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 22: Its a short drive over the Crown Range to the quiet alpine town of Wanaka, with the rest of the day yours to explore
Accommodation: Tin Tub Lodge

Day 23: Allow plenty of time for photo stops during your drive through the Haast Pass with its endless waterfalls
Accommodation: Westwood Lodge

Day 24: Experience the natural wonders that Westland National Park the glaciers are famous for
Accommodation: Westwood Lodge

Day 25: Drive north along the stunning West Coast Road and take the TranzAlpine train to Christchurch
Accommodation: Orari Bed & Breakfast

Day 26: Depart Christchurch today