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White and blue rapids of Huka Falls river surrounded by dense green forest under cloudy sky. Credit: New Zealand Fine Touring
Nature

Classic New Zealand Tour

Auckland

Christchurch

22 days, 21 nights

Road Trips

From: $7,262 pp

Trip overview

Experience the best of New Zealand, showcasing the vibrant cities and breathtaking landscapes of both the North and South Islands. In the North Island, immerse yourself in the rich Māori culture of Rotorua and visit the bustling hubs of Auckland and Wellington. Cross the picturesque Cook Strait aboard the ferry to begin your South Island adventure, where a circuit of stunning scenery awaits. Highlights include the wildlife haven of Kaikoura, the majestic peaks of Mt Cook National Park, the icy splendour of the West Coast glaciers, and an unforgettable cruise through the pristine beauty of Milford Sound.

Trip highlights & inclusions

22 days / 21 nights
1 breakfast, 1 lunch

Auckland

Christchurch

Hotel 3 star
Rental car included
  • Auckland Sky Tower Admission
  • Hobbiton Movie Set Signature Tour
  • Mt Tarawera Volcanic Crater Half Day Experience

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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 Auckland Airport to your Auckland Accommodation with Tourcorp

You will be met at the Auckland airport by your private driver and be transferred to your Auckland accommodation.

A high-angle view of the Auckland city skyline featuring the iconic Sky Tower under a bright blue sky with fluffy white clouds, with the Waitematā Harbour and suburban hills in the distance. Credit: SkyCity

Accommodation

Sudima Auckland hotel building with a modern checkered design and the Sky Tower nearby under a blue sky. Credit: Sudima Auckland City
Sudima Auckland City

Trip highlights

A high-angle view of the Auckland city skyline featuring the iconic Sky Tower under a bright blue sky with fluffy white clouds, with the Waitematā Harbour and suburban hills in the distance. Credit: SkyCity

Auckland Sky Tower Admission

Hobbit hole with a green round door, surrounded by flowers and a wooden bench outside. Credit: Hobbiton Movie Set Tours

Hobbiton Movie Set Signature Tour

Group of hikers walking on a mountain trail in a volcanic landscape with bushes and distant hills. Credit: Kaitiaki Adventures

Mt Tarawera Volcanic Crater Half Day Experience

A tuatara reptile rests among dark leaf litter and native forest foliage. Credit: Karori Sanctuary Trust - Janice McKenna

Zealandia by Night Wildlife Sanctuary Tour

A large ferry sails through blue waters with green islands and mountains in the background under a partly cloudy sky. Credit: Interislander

Interislander Ferry including vehicle Wellington to Picton

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

Whale Watch Kaikōura Ocean's Cabin

An aerial, high-angle view of a long heritage passenger train with blue and yellow locomotives curving through a deep green valley alongside a winding river, flanked by rugged hills under a blue sky. Credit: Dunedin Railways Ltd

Taieri Gorge Railway Scenic Train

Blue glowing glowworms lighting up a dark cave ceiling. Credit: Real Journeys

Te Anau Glowworm Caves

A white cruise boat sails on calm fjord water with towering green mountains and snow-capped peaks in the background. Credit: Real Journeys

Milford Sound Cruise from Te Anau including lunch

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

Ata Whenua - Shadowland Film at Fiordland Cinema

Steamboat cruising on blue lake water with snowy mountains in the background on a clear day. Credit: Real Journeys

TSS Earnslaw Cruise and Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner

Aerial view of a KiwiRail train on a bridge over river with mountains and clouds at sunset. Credit: Kiwi Rail

TranzAlpine Scenic Train: Greymouth to Christchurch

Additional inclusions

Private Transfer Auckland Airport to your Auckland Accommodation with Tourcorp

Shared Transfer from the Christchurch Train Station to Christchurch CBD Accommodation

Private Transfer from Christchurch Accommodation to Airport

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

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