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A wide landscape of a green field with neatly planted rows in Hawke's Bay, featuring tall golden poplar trees and rolling hills in the background under soft afternoon light. Credit: Fine Tours Group - Photographer unknown
Adventure

The Length & Breadth North to South

Auckland

Christchurch

31 days, 30 nights

Road Trips

From: $17,421 pp

Trip overview

This comprehensive New Zealand itinerary leaves virtually no stone unturned, offering an unparalleled exploration of both the North and South Islands' most captivating landscapes and cultural experiences. We've meticulously crafted this journey to highlight key locations and hidden gems, ensuring you discover the very best of Aotearoa. Your adventure delves into the heart of the North Island, immersing you in the geothermal wonders and vibrant Māori culture of Rotorua. You'll journey north to the historic and breathtaking Bay of Islands, renowned for its stunning maritime scenery and significant heritage. Savour the sophisticated charm of Martinborough and Napier as you wind through boutique vineyards, indulging in world-class vintages amidst the elegant Art Deco backdrop of the coast.

As you traverse to the South Island, the pristine beauty of the Abel Tasman National Park awaits, inviting you to explore its golden beaches and turquoise waters. The journey continues through diverse and dramatic landscapes, leading to a truly exclusive experience: an overnight escape to Waitai Lodge in Fiordland. This special highlight offers a unique opportunity to indulge in the untouched wilderness of one of New Zealand's most spectacular regions, far from the usual tourist trails. 

Trip highlights & inclusions

31 days / 30 nights
30 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 1 dinner

Auckland

Christchurch

Hotel 4 star
Rental car included
  • Discover the Bay Cruise with Explore - lunch incl.
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds Guided Tour and Cultural Performance
  • Twilight Waipoua Encounter

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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.

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

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

Activities

Trip highlights

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

Discover the Bay Cruise with Explore - lunch incl.

Maori performers in traditional clothing and tattoos dancing at Waitangi Treaty Grounds Credit: Waitangi Treaty Grounds

Waitangi Treaty Grounds Guided Tour and Cultural Performance

Two visitors standing on a wooden boardwalk platform looking up at the majestic Tāne Mahuta kauri tree. Credit: Footprints Waipoua

Twilight Waipoua Encounter

Boat near rocky cliffs and clear turquoise water at Cathedral Cove on a sunny day. Credit: Cathedral Cove Cruises (Epic Adventure Ltd)

Cathedral Cove Scenic Cruise

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

Crowd of tourists watching an erupting geyser at Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland from wooden benches. Credit: Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

Vineyard rows glowing under sunset with sun low in sky and blue clouds above Credit: Grape Escape

Hawkes Bay Half Day Wine Tour with Grape Escape

Ferry named Kaitaki sailing through a bay with cliffs and green hills in the background. Credit: Interislander

Interislander Ferry Wellington to Picton with Premium Plus Lounge

Credit: Kiwi Journeys

Kayak the Abel Tasman & eBike the Great Taste Trail - Lunch Included

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

Whale Watch Kaikōura Ocean's Cabin

People standing at the entrance of the Christchurch Tramway Restaurant tram at night. Credit: Christchurch Tramway

Christchurch Trams

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

Glacier Explorers

Statue of a man with backpack stands against a backdrop of snow-capped mountains and clear blue sky. Credit: The Hermitage Hotel

Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre Museum and Theatre Explorer Pass

Yellow-eyed penguin standing in green bush with blurred background. Credit: Monarch Wildlife

Castle to Cruise Tour and Penguin Experience

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

Te Anau Glowworm Caves

Person walking on suspension bridge over rocky stream in dense forest. Credit: Hollyford Wilderness Experience

Helicopter from Milford Sound into Martins Bay

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

Two Skyline Queenstown gondola cabins travel along cables above a layer of low-lying clouds with the snow-dusted Remarkables in the background. Credit: Skyline Queenstown

Queenstown Skyline Gondola Ride

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

Lake Cruise and Island Nature Walk

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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