Northbound Adventure
This 30 day tour starts in Christchurch and finishes in Auckland.
A 30 day tour visiting all major regions on both the North and South Islands. A relaxed pace allows time to immerse yourself into the local atmosphere. The tour includes a great range of activities such as wildlife tours to view seals, albatross, penguins and bird life plus must see destinations such as Milford Sound. An afternoon wine tour in Marlborough, a Maori cultural evening and dinner plus much more make this comprehensive itinerary a great option.
Accommodation type on this tour is: Motels.
Rental car insurance included
Rental car inclusions: Unlimited kilometres,airport/ferry terminal fees, additional drivers.
This tour can be customised to suit you precisely - just request here.
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Itinerary summary for: Northbound Adventure
Day 1: Welcome to Christchurch
Accommodation:
Quest on Cambridge
Day 2: Drive north along the stunning West Coast Road and take the TranzAlpine train to Christchurch
Accommodation:
Punga Grove Motel & Suites
Day 3: Explore the beauty of the Franz Josef region on an informative tour
Accommodation:
Punga Grove Motel & Suites
Day 4: Enjoy a scenic drive before arriving in Wanaka
Accommodation:
Clearbrook Motel and Serviced Apartments
Day 5: Cross the Crown Range over to Queenstown
Accommodation:
Scenic Suites Queenstown
Day 6: Dart River Wilderness Safari will take you deep into Mt Aspiring National Park
Accommodation:
Scenic Suites Queenstown
Day 7: Travel to Te Anau today, gateway to Fiordland
Accommodation:
Lakefront Lodge
Day 8: Journey along the magnificent Milford Road to Milford Sound for your Fiordland cruise
Accommodation:
Lakefront Lodge
Day 9: Travel through the rich farmland of South Otago and Southland to reach Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland
Accommodation:
Motel on York
Day 10: Monarch Cruises full day wildlife tour
Accommodation:
Motel on York
Day 11: Leaving Dunedin, you'll head towards Aoraki Mt Cook for a night in the mountains
Accommodation:
Mt Cook Motel
Day 12: Enjoy a scenic drive through the MacKenzie Country and Canterbury
Accommodation:
Quest on Cambridge
Day 13: Drive north to Kaikoura where you'll be taken out to sea for a spot of whale watching
Accommodation:
The White Morph, Kaikōura
Day 14: Drive through the coastal road before reaching the vineyards surrounding Blenheim
Accommodation:
Blenheim Palms Motel
Day 15: Follow Queen Charlotte Sound to Havelock then through Nelson towards Tasman Bay
Accommodation:
Ocean View Chalets
Day 16: Kayak the aqua blue waters of Abel Tasman National Park and walk the gentle coastal tracks
Accommodation:
Ocean View Chalets
Day 17: Departing Picton you'll cruise through the spectacular Marlborough Sounds before crossing the Cook Straight
Accommodation:
Adina CityLife Wellington [Formerly Heritage CityLife Wellington]
Day 18: Uncover the charms of Wellington City, including the quirky cafes and fascinating museums
Accommodation:
Adina CityLife Wellington [Formerly Heritage CityLife Wellington]
Day 19: Over the Rimutaka Ranges to the Wairarapa then north to the Hawkes Bay
Accommodation:
Bella Vista Napier
Day 20: Gannet Safari Tour then time to explore Napier and Hawkes Bay
Accommodation:
Bella Vista Napier
Day 21: Travel via the great Lake Taupo to Rotorua where this evening you'll experience a Maori cultural performance and dinner
Accommodation:
Quest Rotorua Central
Day 22: Your day in Rotorua could be spent discovering Maori culture or thrilling adventure rides
Accommodation:
Quest Rotorua Central
Day 23: Travel along the Bay of Plenty to the Coromandel Peninsula's white sandy beaches
Accommodation:
Coromandel Court Motel
Day 24: Descend along the Firth of Thames, looking out over the Hauraki Plains
Accommodation:
Nesuto Stadium Hotel and Apartments
Day 25: Leave Auckland over the harbour bridge, then travel north to the balmy Bay of Islands
Accommodation:
Sea Spray Suites
Day 26: Bay of Islands cruise then time to explore
Accommodation:
Sea Spray Suites
Day 27: Ninety Mile Beach and Cape Reinga day tour
Accommodation:
Sea Spray Suites
Day 28: Cross Northland following the aqua blue waters of the Hokianga before travelling down the Kauri Coast
Accommodation:
Nesuto Stadium Hotel and Apartments
Day 29: Explore the 'City of Sails' or take a trip to the wine regions of Kumeu or Waiheke Island
Accommodation:
Nesuto Stadium Hotel and Apartments
Day 30: Depart Auckland today