New Zealand 14 day tour

New Zealand 14 day tour

A suggested 14 day tour covering the main tourist attractions of both islands
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This is a suggested 14 day tour covering both islands of New Zealand. I suggest a rental car to get the most out of your time in the country. There is no need to pay for the car ferry between the North and South Islands, just drop off one side and book another car on the other side. You can just travel as a passenger on the Interisland Ferry and enjoy the views.

I am a great believer in booking as much for a holiday as I can before hand. I see so many people arrive somewhere without any accommodation and then having to waste time finding somewhere that suits them, their budget and that has a vacancy. This time could be better spent enjoying the scenery or relaxing. Just cut out the stress.

On the table below you can click through to accommodation options on all of the suggested night stops. There are a few places with a longer stay so just mix and match where you go and stay to suit the holiday that you would like. The driving time are approximate and can vary due to traffic, (not a big problem outside of the big cities), road conditions and the number of times you stop to take photographs!

This once over lightly itinerary provides a snapshot view of New Zealand, and takes in the most significant sights and attractions. In the North Island you’ll discover beautiful beaches, kauri forests, caves and phenomenal geothermal activity. In the South Island the emphasis is on grand mountain scenery, adventure activities, historic architecture and wildlife encounters. Throughout the country there are vineyards and inspired restaurants to discover, while the cities present you with cultural entertainments and the chance to buy quality, locally-made clothing, art works and home wares. By the end of your holiday, you’ll know New Zealand and want to come back.

Day 

Accommodation

Activities

Travel

1

 Waiheke Island

Arrive Auckland, Rest up on Waiheke Island after your flight

35 minute ferry trip

2

 Auckland

Auckland Sightseeing

No driving just 35 minute ferry trip

3

 Auckland

Auckland Sightseeing and collect a rental car

 

4

 Rotorua

Thermal Action

4 hours

5

 Rotorua

Thermal Action

Sightseeing

6

 Wellington

Driving & Sightseeing

8 hours

7

 Blenheim

Marlborough Sounds what a beautiful cruise

5 hour ferry trip

8

 Kaikoura

Maybe time for some Whale Watching

2.4 hours

9

 Christchurch

Sightseeing

3.2 hours

10

 Christchurch

Sightseeing

Sightseeing - Maybe visit Akaroa

11

 Oamaru

See the Blue Penguin Colony

3.6 hours

12

 Queenstown

Adventure, Jet Boating, Bungy Jumping

5.6 hours

13

 Queenstown

Day trip to Milford Sound

Sightseeing

14

 Auckland

Sightseeing and stay near the airport

Fly to Auckland from Queenstown

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