New Zealand Odyssey: From North to South, Adventure Unfolds

Auckland(1N) → Paihia(2N) → Rotorua(2N) → Queenstown(3N) → Franz Josef Glacier 1N) → Christchurch(2N)

$ 2,295

/person

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival in Auckland
  • Arrive in Auckland and pick up your self-drive car at the airport
  • Drive to your hotel and check-in.
  • In the evening, explore the Viaduct Harbour area and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
  • After breakfast, drive or take a bus to Paihia in the Bay of Islands (about 3 hours).
  • After lunch, visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds and learn about New Zealand's history.
  • Head back to the hotel after and relax at your hotel in Paihia.
  • After breakfast, head to the pier for a dolphin-watching cruise in the Bay of Islands.
  • After lunch, visit the historic Russell Village or relax on the beach.
  • Head back to the hotel and enjoy dinner at a waterfront restaurant in Paihia.
  • Drive from Paihia to Rotorua in the morning (about 4 hours)
  • Check into your hotel in Rotorua in the afternoon
  • Visit Te Puia to see the geysers.
  • Experience a traditional Maori cultural performance and hangi dinner in the evening.
  • Begin the day with a visit to the Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland to see the colorful geothermal features
  • In the afternoon, explore the Redwoods Treewalk or go ziplining at Rotorua Canopy Tours
  • End the day with relaxation at your hotel or a visit to the Polynesian Spa.
  • Fly from Rotorua to Queenstown in the morning (about 3 hours)
  • Check into your hotel in Queenstown in the afternoon
  • Explore the town before enjoying dinner at a local restaurant in the evening.
  • Go bungee jumping at the Kawarau Bridge in the morning.
  • Grab brunch and take a jet boat ride on the Shotover River
  • Head back to the hotel and have a local dinner in the town
  • Have an early breakfast and take a day trip to Milford Sound, including a cruise on the fjord
  • Have lunch on the boat
  • Head back to Queenstown in the evening and explore Queenstown's nightlife and dining scene.
  • Check out from your hotel and drive from Queenstown to Franz Josef in the morning (about 5 hours)
  • Check into your hotel in Franz Josef in the afternoon and visit the Glacier Hot Pools.
  • In the evening, relax and enjoy dinner in Franz Josef.
  • Have breakfast and check out from your hotel, drive from Franz Josef to Christchurch (about 5 hours)
  • Explore Christchurch's attractions, such as the Botanic Gardens and the Canterbury Museum, in the afternoon
  • Enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant in Christchurch in the evening.
Check out from your hotel and depart from Christchurch.

Package Policies

  • Accomodation for 11 nights on a twin-sharing basis.
  • Airport pick-ups and drop-offs as applicable.
  • Meet & greet on arrival in case of SIC customers.
  • Car rental charges (for self-drive customers only).
  • Bus/Train/Ferry fare as applicable for transfer(s).
  • All sightseeing and applicable tickets as mentioned in the itinerary.
  • All transfers and tours are as per the itinerary.
  • International and domestic airfares for and from New Zealand.
  • Visa fees & related charges (We will help with visa procurement at extra cost if needed).
  • Any travel insurance.
  • Health insurance.
  • Cost of optional & add-on tours unless mentioned otherwise.
  • Porterage at hotels and airports,
  • Tips to drive and guide laundry, wines, and mineral water.
  • Telephone charges and all items of personal nature.
  • Meals which are not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Additional transfers if any.
  • Toll, parking & Fuel are available at all destinations as well as hotels.
  • GPS & excess insurance if not mentioned in inclusions.
  • Any damage to hotel rooms/coach.
  • Anything not specifically mentioned under inclusions but that is present in the itinerary.
Embark on an unforgettable 11-day journey across New Zealand’s stunning landscapes, from the bustling city of Auckland to the serene town of Paihia, the geothermal wonders of Rotorua, the adventure capital Queenstown, and the icy grandeur of Franz Josef Glacier, culminating in Christchurch. This diverse itinerary promises a rich blend of urban excitement, natural beauty, and thrilling adventures.

New Zealand Odyssey: From North to South, Adventure Unfolds

Auckland(1N) → Paihia(2N) → Rotorua(2N) → Queenstown(3N) → Franz Josef Glacier 1N) → Christchurch(2N)

$ 2,295

/person

Compare quotes from 3 agents and get best deals