This 28 day tour starts in Auckland and finishes in Christchurch.

Itinerary summary for: The Ultimate New Zealand Experience

Day 1: Welcome to Auckland
Accommodation: The Hotel Britomart Auckland

Day 2: Spend a day discovering the wild side of Auckland
Accommodation: The Hotel Britomart Auckland

Day 3: Today, head north to see the magnificent 'big trees' before enjoying an evening twilight tour
Accommodation: Waipoua Lodge

Day 4: Cross over to the east coast and the stunning Bay of Islands
Accommodation: Arcadia Lodge, Russell

Day 5: Discover the magnificent the Bay of Islands
Accommodation: Arcadia Lodge, Russell

Day 6: Take a scenic drive from Russell to Snells Beach
Accommodation: Tahi Lodge

Day 7: Journey to Hobbiton and step into the magical world of Middle-earth
Accommodation: Hidden Lake Hotel & Apartments

Day 8: Travel to Waitomo to explore the glowworm caves, and after then continue onward to Rotorua
Accommodation: On the Point

Day 9: Experience Rotorua's stunning geothermal attractions, followed by an evening visit to Te Pa Tu
Accommodation: On the Point

Day 10: Continue your journey south through Lake Taupo and onto the art deco city of Napier
Accommodation: Art Deco Masonic Hotel

Day 11: Delight in a private wine and food tour through the renowned Hawke's Bay wine region
Accommodation: Art Deco Masonic Hotel

Day 12: Drive to Wellington, taking the scenic route along the beautiful Kāpiti Coast
Accommodation: Bolton Hotel Wellington

Day 13: Explore the iconic Te Papa Museum in the morning, followed by a private city tour in the afternoon
Accommodation: Bolton Hotel Wellington

Day 14: Board the Interislander ferry for a scenic journey to the South Island
Accommodation: Sennen House, Picton

Day 15: Experience Seafood Odyssey in Marlborough Sounds and then travel along the breathtaking Pacific Coast Highway
Accommodation: Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses

Day 16: Enjoy a thrilling whale watch tour, followed by an optional zipline adventure in the afternoon
Accommodation: Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses

Day 17: Travel from Kaikoura to Hanmer Springs for some hot pool relaxation
Accommodation: Edit Hanmer Springs

Day 18: Journey through the picturesque Waipara Valley on your way to Christchurch
Accommodation: The George Hotel

Day 19: Discover Christchurch with a day of punting, tram rides, and a scenic gondola experience
Accommodation: The George Hotel

Day 20: Travel across the Canterbury Plains to Aoraki Mt Cook National Park
Accommodation: Hermitage Hotel, Aoraki Wing Premium

Day 21: Explore the national park and its magnificent glaciers, then enjoy a stargazing tour
Accommodation: Hermitage Hotel, Aoraki Wing Premium

Day 22: Head to adventure capital of New Zealand - exciting Queenstown
Accommodation: Hulbert House

Day 23: Immerse yourself in the beauty and thrills of Queenstown
Accommodation: Hulbert House

Day 24: Discover breathtaking Milford Sound by sea and air
Accommodation: Hulbert House

Day 25: It’s time to explore Glacier Country, starting with a visit to Franz Josef Glacier
Accommodation: Westwood Lodge

Day 26: Experience the glacier from above with an exhilarating helicopter flight
Accommodation: Westwood Lodge

Day 27: Head north to Greymouth and board the iconic TranzAlpine train to Christchurch
Accommodation: The George Hotel

Day 28: Farewell New Zealand