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Train passing through valley with snow-covered mountains and lake reflecting sky and clouds Credit: Kiwi Rail
Boutique & Unique

Boutique Northerner Tour

Christchurch

Auckland

31 days, 30 nights

Road Trips

From: $20,618 pp

Trip overview

This extensive month long tour visits a diverse mix of destinations in both the North and South Islands. With multiple night stays, you’ll have time to discover the hidden gems. The tour includes a great range of activities such as wildlife tours, kayaking Abel Tasman, Scenic Flights, Glacier adventures, overnight cruises and so much more.  In the evenings you’ll relax at our favourite boutique lodges where your hosts will make you feel right at home.

Trip highlights & inclusions

31 days / 30 nights
30 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner

Christchurch

Auckland

Boutique Lodges & Hotels
Rental car included
  • TranzAlpine Scenic Train: Christchurch to Greymouth Scenic Plus
  • Franz Josef Glacier Helihike
  • One Hour Private Tub with Waiho Hot Tubs

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Price pp from

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Why Discover New Zealand

  • Wānaka-based specialists planning your trip from inside New Zealand.
  • One travel specialist to plan and book every detail from start to finish.
  • 24/7 in-country support while you’re travelling, so help is close if plans change.

Trip itinerary

Private Transfer Christchurch International Airport to Christchurch Accommodation

On arrival, you will be met by a private driver and transferred to your Christchurch accommodation.

People sitting on concrete steps by a river with modern buildings and a blue tram in the background. Credit: New Zealand Fine Touring

Accommodation

Blue Victorian house with white trim and green lawn on a sunny day
Orari Bed & Breakfast

Activities

Trip highlights

Scenic train crossing a bridge over the Waimakariri River with mountains in the background on a clear day. Credit: Kiwi Rail

TranzAlpine Scenic Train: Christchurch to Greymouth Scenic Plus

Group of people ice trekking with guide on Franz Josef Glacier snowy and icy terrain. Credit: Franz Josef Glacier Guides

Franz Josef Glacier Helihike

Couple relaxing in hot tub in forest, one holding a drink. Credit: Waiho Hot Tubs

One Hour Private Tub with Waiho Hot Tubs

Motor boat on lake with snow-covered mountains under clear blue sky. Credit: Eco Wanaka Adventures

Lake Cruise and Island Nature Walk

Group of people wearing life jackets on a blue jetboat in clear green river water with a guide. Credit: Dart River Safaris

Dart River Wilderness Jet

Sailboat sailing on calm fjord waters surrounded by tall mountains and sunlight. Credit: RealNZ

Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise, Aboard the Navigator

An image to represent the Ata Whenua - Shadowland Film Credit: 100% Pure New Zealand / Unknown

Ata Whenua - Shadowland Film at Fiordland Cinema

Several seals resting on the shore near water with hills in the background. Credit: Monarch Wildlife

Wildlife Peninsula Encounter Tour and Wildlife Cruise with Monarch

Group of tourists in yellow boat touring near a blue glacier with rocky mountain background. Credit: The Hermitage Hotel

Glacier Explorers

Two whale watching boats on ocean with mountain range in background under clear sky. Credit: Whale Watch Kaikoura

Whale Watch Kaikōura Ocean's Cabin

Couple walking with picnic basket through green vineyard on sunny day Credit: Sounds Connection

Half Day Marlborough Wine Tour

Four kayakers paddling in clear turquoise water near a sandy beach and forested coastline. Credit: Wilsons Abel Tasman National Park

Beaches, Bays and Seals Guided Sea Kayaking Trip with Wilsons - Lunch Included

Interislander ferry Kaitaki with a kayaker on the water in front of mountain landscape Credit: Interislander

Interislander Ferry Picton to Wellington

Nighttime close-up of a kiwi bird with a long beak and fluffy feathers in the dark. Credit: Karori Sanctuary Trust

Zealandia by Night Wildlife Sanctuary Tour

Seaplane taking off from calm water with island in distance on a sunny day. Credit: PB & DV Holdings Ltd T/A Volcanic Air

Mount Tarawera & Orakei Korako Thermal Explorer by Floatplane

People smiling and riding a green train on a curved track surrounded by trees and greenery. Credit: Driving Creek Railway

Driving Creek Railway & Potteries - EyeFull Tower Tour

Boat sailing near rocky island with natural arch in blue ocean under clear sky. Credit: Explore Ltd

Hole in the Rock Cruise with Fullers

Path leading to Cape Reinga Lighthouse on a cliff overlooking ocean under blue sky Credit: Salt Air

Cape Reinga Scenic Flight and Guided Tour

Additional inclusions

Private Transfer Christchurch International Airport to Christchurch Accommodation

Shared Transfer from the Christchurch CBD Accommodation to Christchurch Train Station

24/7 support from the moment you arrive to the moment you depart

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