Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Auckland
Auckland- Start point
- Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand (Auckland City, 00:00 - 00:00)
- Accommodation
- Hotel 5* (Sudima Auckland City)
Optional Activities
- Visit Sky Tower for panoramic views of Auckland
- Explore Auckland Domain and Museum
- Walk through Albert Park
- Visit Parnell historic precinct
- Explore Newmarket shopping area
- Visit Mt. Eden and its crater
- Explore Cornwall Park and One Tree Hill
Landmarks Sky Tower Auckland Domain One Tree Hill Mount Eden - Day 2
Auckland
Auckland- Accommodation
- Hotel 5* (Sudima Auckland City)
Included Activities
- 3-hour guided tour with full English commentary
- Photo stops at multiple locations
- Visit The Domain
- Explore North Shore beach
- Visit Mount Victoria for panoramic views
- Stop at Westhaven Marina
Optional Activities
- Try local baking and coffee at North Shore beach cafe
Landmarks The Domain Ponsonby Harbour Bridge Waitemata Harbour Rangitoto Island Mount Victoria Westhaven Marina - Day 3
Auckland to Rotorua
Auckland to Rotorua- Accommodation
- Hotel 4* (Rydges Rotorua)
Optional Activities
- Zipline through redwood forests
- Mountain biking on world-class trails
- Soak in natural hot springs
- Visit local Māori village for evening with storytelling, song, and traditional food
Landmarks Rotorua - Day 4
Rotorua to Napier
Rotorua to Napier- Accommodation
- Apartment (Quest Napier Serviced Apartments)
Included Activities
- Cedar hot tub soak (45 minutes)
- Free lockers
Optional Activities
- Foot hot tub (Shinny Dip) at Secret Spot
- Cold plunge tub (Brass Monkeys) at Secret Spot
- Food and beverages at BaseCamp cafe and bar
- Lawn games at Secret Spot
- Campfire experience at Secret Spot
Landmarks Secret Spot Hot Tubs Whakarewarewa Forest - Day 5
Wellington
Wellington- Accommodation
- (Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street)
Included Activities
- 1-way ferry ticket Wellington to Picton
- Standard car ferry (if choosing vehicle option)
Optional Activities
- Visit Te Papa Museum
- Explore Wellington waterfront
- Visit art galleries
- Relax in cafes
- Shopping in Wellington
Landmarks Te Papa Museum Wellington Waterfront - Day 6
Picton to Blenheim
Picton to Blenheim- Accommodation
- Apartment (Blenheim Spa Motor Lodge)
Optional Activities
- Wine tasting at local vineyards
- Bike ride through wine region
- Visit Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre
Landmarks Marlborough Wine Region Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre - Day 7
Kaikoura
Kaikoura- Accommodation
- Hotel 5* (Sudima Kaikōura )
Optional Activities
- Whale watching
- Swim with dolphins
- Observe seal colony
- Explore scenic walking trails
Landmarks Kaikoura 
- Day 8
Kaikoura
Kaikoura- Accommodation
- Apartment (Bealey Avenue Motel )
Included Activities
- Local guide for kayaking tour
- 3-hour kayaking adventure with seal encounters
Landmarks Kaikoura Peninsula - Day 9
Christchurch
Christchurch- Accommodation
- (Carnmore Hotel Christchurch)
Optional Activities
- Visit Christchurch Cathedral or Cardboard Cathedral
- Explore Arts Centre
- Relax in Botanic Gardens
- Take punt ride on Avon River
- Visit Canterbury Museum
- Explore Ferrymead Heritage Park
- Visit International Antarctic Centre
- Explore Orana Wildlife Park
- Visit Willowbank Wildlife Reserve
- Explore Yaldhurst Museum
- Visit Riccarton Bush
Landmarks Christchurch Cathedral Cardboard Cathedral Arts Centre Botanic Gardens Avon River Canterbury Museum Ferrymead Heritage Park International Antarctic Centre Orana Wildlife Park Willowbank Wildlife Reserve Yaldhurst Museum Riccarton Bush - Day 10
Lake Tekapo
Lake Tekapo- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (Haka House Lake Tekapo)
Optional Activities
- Visit Church of the Good Shepherd
- Stroll among colorful lupines (seasonal)
- Soak in local hot springs with stargazing
Landmarks Lake Tekapo Church of the Good Shepherd Mount John 
- Day 11
Wanaka
Wanaka- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (Te Wanaka Lodge)
Optional Activities
- Kayak on Lake Wanaka
- Mountain biking on local trails
- Walking on local trails
- Paragliding
- Jet-boating
- Explore quaint cafes and shops
Landmarks Lake Wanaka Mount Aspiring National Park 
- Day 12
Queenstown
Queenstown- Accommodation
- Apartment (Queenstown House Boutique B&B and Apartments)
Optional Activities
- Explore Queenstown town center
- Dine at local eateries
- Bungee jumping
- Jet boating
- Scenic exploration
Landmarks Lake Wakatipu The Remarkables Ben Lomond Queenstown Hill Coronet Peak Cecil Peak Walter Peak Skyline Gondola 
- Day 13
Queenstown to Milford Sound and back
Queenstown to Milford Sound and back- Meals
- Lunch (Chicken Picnic Lunch or Vegetarian Picnic Lunch aboard The Gem of the Sound cruise)
- Accommodation
- Apartment (Queenstown House Boutique B&B and Apartments)
Included Activities
- Luxury glass-roof coach with comfortable leather reclining seats
- Scenic stops on Milford Road: Mirror Lakes, Homer Tunnel, Knobs Flat
- Access to Fiordland National Park and Eglinton Valley
- 2-hour Milford Sound boutique cruise on The Gem of the Sound
- Chicken or Vegetarian picnic lunch
Optional Activities
- Scenic return flight to Queenstown with True South Flights
Landmarks Lake Wakatipu Lake Te Anau Fiordland National Park Eglinton Valley Mirror Lakes Knobs Flat Homer Tunnel Monkey Creek Milford Sound Mitre Peak 
- Day 14
Queenstown
Queenstown- End point
- Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand (Queenstown City, 00:00 - 23:55)
Optional Activities
- Leisurely stroll around Lake Wakatipu
- Last-minute shopping
- Relax in cozy cafes
- Scenic helicopter ride
Landmarks Lake Wakatipu Queenstown Hill 
