Talk to a Fine Travel Consultant - 0800 00 3463
The Complete Kiwi Journey
This 28 day tour starts in Auckland and finishes in Christchurch.
The ultimate 28 day essential tour. Visit and experience the very best of New Zealand. From the top of the North Island to the deep south enjoy superb hospitality while staying in a fantastic range of hotels, luxury lodges and boutique accommodations.
Accommodation type on this tour is: Boutique Lodges & Hotels.
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: The Complete Kiwi Journey
Day 1: Welcome to Auckland! Transfer to your accommodation and spend the rest of the day at your leisure
Accommodation:
Fable Auckland
Day 2: Enjoy a full day exploring Auckland's wild West Coast
Accommodation:
Fable Auckland
Day 3: Collect your rental car then head North to Waipoua Forest. This evening enjoy a twilight tour.
Accommodation:
Waipoua Lodge
Day 4: Cross to the east coast and the wonderful Bay of Islands
Accommodation:
Arcadia Lodge, Russell
Day 5: Spend time exploring the bays today
Accommodation:
Arcadia Lodge, Russell
Day 6: Enjoy a scenic drive from Bay of Islands to Auckland
Accommodation:
Fable Auckland
Day 7: Today head South to the limestone caves of Waitomo
Accommodation:
Abseil Inn
Day 8: Cross the Central Volcanic Plateau to New Zealand’s cultural capital, Rotorua
Accommodation:
On the Point
Day 9: This morning head to Lord of the Rings film set, Hobbiton. This afternoon you’re free to explore before dinner and a show at Tamaki Maori Village
Accommodation:
On the Point
Day 10: Continue your journey south through Lake Taupo, then on to the art deco city of Napier
Accommodation:
McHardy Lodge
Day 11: Explore the sights of the city this morning, then enjoy a tour of the local wineries this afternoon
Accommodation:
McHardy Lodge
Day 12: Take in the delights of the Wairarapa wine region as you head towards the capital city of Wellington
Accommodation:
Bolton Hotel Wellington
Day 13: Spend the morning strolling the streets of the capital. This afternoon venture out with a Lord of the Rings tour
Accommodation:
Bolton Hotel Wellington
Day 14: Take the Interislander ferry to the South Island
Accommodation:
Sennen House, Picton
Day 15: Travel the Pacific Coastline to Kaikoura
Accommodation:
Bendamere House B&B
Day 16: Take a whale watching tour in marine reserve, Kaikoura
Accommodation:
Bendamere House B&B
Day 17: Kaikoura to Hanmer Springs for some hot pool relaxation
Accommodation:
The St James
Day 18: Hanmer Springs to Christchurch
Accommodation:
Orari Apartments
Day 19: Explore Christchurch on an open top double decker bus tour
Accommodation:
Orari Apartments
Day 20: Drive from Christchurch to Lake Tekapo and Mt Cook National Park
Accommodation:
Hermitage Hotel, Aoraki Wing Premium
Day 21: Explore the park including a flight with Mt. Cook Ski Planes
Accommodation:
Hermitage Hotel, Aoraki Wing Premium
Day 22: Drive from Mt Cook to Queenstown today then this evening visit Walter Peak Station for dinner
Accommodation:
The Dairy Private Hotel by Naumi
Day 23: Enjoy a full day trip to Doubtful Sound
Accommodation:
The Dairy Private Hotel by Naumi
Day 24: A full day to explore Queenstown at your leisure
Accommodation:
The Dairy Private Hotel by Naumi
Day 25: Drive from Queenstown to the West Coast and Franz Josef Glacier
Accommodation:
Westwood Lodge
Day 26: Experience the glacier on an amazing heli-hike
Accommodation:
Westwood Lodge
Day 27: Head north to Greymouth then board the Tranz Alpine train to Christchurch
Accommodation:
Orari Apartments
Day 28: Depart Christchurch today