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Sailboat on calm blue water surrounded by towering green mountains under clear sky. Credit: New Zealand Fine Touring
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Stories of Aotearoa

Auckland

Christchurch

21 days, 20 nights

Road Trips

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Trip overview

Discover New Zealand’s incredible diversity of landscapes and local culture on an unforgettable journey across the North and South Islands. From sailing through secluded island coves in the Bay of Islands and exploring behind-the-scenes kiwi conservation tours to tasting world-class wines, cruising the majestic fjords of Milford Sound, and taking in the dramatic alpine beauty of Queenstown, this trip blends top highlights of New Zealand with luxury retreats and unforgettable regional flavour.

Trip highlights & inclusions

21 days / 20 nights
20 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 2 dinners

Auckland

Christchurch

Boutique Lodges & Hotels
Rental car included
  • Russell Mini Tour with Fullers Bay of Islands
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds Tour and Cultural Performance - Return Shuttle Included
  • Island Hopper Day Cruise - Lunch Included

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Trip itinerary

Welcome to Auckland

Welcome to Auckland, known in Māori as Tāmaki Makaurau. Auckland is New Zealand's vibrant "City of Sails," and the country's largest metropolitan area. Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Tasman Sea. Surrounded by native bush, lush rainforests, and pristine beaches, Auckland is a haven for both adventurers and urban explorers. Wander through world-class museums and galleries in the city centre or enjoy a peaceful retreat at the Auckland Gardens, where stunning landscapes showcase New Zealand's diverse flora. Stroll along the lively waterfront to savour fresh seafood and international cuisine at Viaduct restaurants. For an unforgettable perspective, ascend the iconic SkyTower, New Zealand's tallest structure, and take in panoramic views of the city and its picturesque islands.

Aerial view of Auckland city skyline with bridge and harbor at sunset. Credit: New Zealand Fine Touring

Accommodation

The Hotel Britomart building lit up at dusk in a city with tall buildings and cranes. Credit: Hotel Britomart
The Hotel Britomart Auckland

Activities

Trip highlights

Waterfront scene with blooming trees, houses, sandy beach, and people near calm green water under blue sky. Credit: Explore Ltd

Russell Mini Tour with Fullers Bay of Islands

Two boys looking at and touching a large carved wooden Maori statue inside a decorated hall. Credit: Waitangi Treaty Grounds

Waitangi Treaty Grounds Tour and Cultural Performance - Return Shuttle Included

A white sailing catamaran named "Barefoot Sailing Adventures" sits in crystal-clear turquoise water just off a white sand beach in the Bay of Islands, New Zealand. Credit: Barefoot Sailing Adventures

Island Hopper Day Cruise - Lunch Included

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

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

Two Maori performers performing a traditional dance with expressive faces and traditional attire in a natural setting. Credit: Te Pa Tu

Te Pā Tū Evening Māori Cultural Experience - Dinner Included

Woman in protective clothing holding and inspecting an egg with a flashlight in an egg hatching room Credit: National Kiwi Hatchery - Rotorua

Behind The Scenes Exclusive Tour

Rows of grapevines with green leaves in a sunny vineyard under a bright blue sky Credit: Fine Tours Group - Photographer unknown

A Wine & Gourmet Odyssey - Lunch Included

An airplane seen from directly below flying high in a bright blue sky scattered with fluffy white clouds. Credit: Photo by Philip Myrtorp on Unsplash

Air New Zealand flight Wellington to Queenstown

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

Group of people tasting wine in a cellar with wooden barrels around. Credit: Appellation Wine Tours

Appellation Gourmet Food & Wine Tour

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

Ata Whenua - Shadowland Film at Fiordland Cinema

Sinbad ferry boat docked at Milford Sound with mountains and clouds in the background. Credit: Real Journeys

Milford Sound Business Class - Includes Canapes

Old castle with garden and blue skies Credit: View of Larnach Castle

Larnach Castle: Guided Tour & High Tea Experience

Ornate dining room with long table, chandelier, red walls, paintings, and classic furnishings. Credit: Larnach Castle

Dinner at Camp Estate, Larnach Castle

People in warm jackets watching penguins at night on an outdoor platform. Credit: Tourism Waitaki

Oamaru Penguins Premium Evening Viewing

Young lamb lying on green grass in sunlight on a farm with other lambs nearby. Credit: Real New Zealand Farm Tours

Glenafric Sheep Farm Experience - Lunch Included

Additional inclusions

Private Transfer Auckland Airport to your Auckland Accommodation with Tourcorp

Hosted Restorative Journey (Wai Whakaora)

Private Transfer Wellington Airport to your Accommodation

Private Transfer Wellington Hotel to Airport

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