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Northbounder

This 14 day tour starts in Christchurch and finishes in Auckland.

Beginning in Christchurch, this itinerary tracks north through the marine sanctuary of Kaikōura to the golden shores of Abel Tasman. After a scenic voyage across the Cook Strait, you will arrive in Wellington for a day of independent exploration, perfectly balancing the rugged landscapes of the South Island with the refined urban culture of our capital city.

The journey continues through the geothermal heart of Rotorua before heading to the sub-tropical Bay of Islands, a maritime paradise steeped in history. Finishing in Auckland, this route provides the essential logistics and premier locations of a classic New Zealand tour.

While this itinerary serves as a great starting point, we invite you to connect with our travel specialists, who can help tailor these experiences into a larger New Zealand journey personalised to your interests.

Accommodation type on this tour is: Motels.

This tour also features:

Included activity: The Visitor Promise - Cultural Learning Course

Included activity: Electronic Travel Guide and In-Country Support App

Included activity: Private Transfer Christchurch International Airport to Christchurch Accommodation

Included activity: Hole in the Rock Cruise with Fullers

Included activity: Christchurch Combo Pass - Tram and Punting

Included activity: Interislander Ferry Picton to Wellington

Included activity: Entry to Te Papa The Museum of New Zealand

Itinerary summary for: Northbounder

Day 1: Arrive into Christchurch City
Accommodation: Quest on Cambridge

Day 2: Collect your rental car this morning and spend the rest of the day discovering Christchurch
Accommodation: Quest on Cambridge

Day 3: Head up through North Canterbury to the wildlife mecca of Kaikoura
Accommodation: The White Morph, Kaikōura

Day 4: Travel to the idyllic Abel Tasman National Park
Accommodation: Ocean View Chalets

Day 5: Explore Abel Tasman National Park
Accommodation: Ocean View Chalets

Day 6: Today you'll cross the Cook Strait on the Interislander Ferry. Cruise through the spectacular Marlborough Sounds
Accommodation: Adina CityLife Wellington

Day 7: Uncover the charms of Wellington City, including the quirky cafes and fascinating museums
Accommodation: Adina CityLife Wellington

Day 8: Today is filled with fantastic scenery including Lake Taupo, the Desert Road and the Kapiti Coastline as you depart Wellington
Accommodation: Silver Fern Suites & Spa

Day 9: Your day in Rotorua could be spent discovering Maori culture or thrilling adventure rides
Accommodation: Silver Fern Suites & Spa

Day 10: Travel through the fertile green farmlands of Waikato before arriving into our largest city
Accommodation: Adina CityLife Auckland

Day 11: Leave Auckland over the harbour bridge, then travel north to the sub-tropical Bay of Islands
Accommodation: Sea Spray Suites

Day 12: Discover the history of Waitangi or take a cruise through the island studded bay
Accommodation: Sea Spray Suites

Day 13: Cross Northland following the aqua blue waters of the Hokianga before travelling down the Kauri Coast
Accommodation: Adina CityLife Auckland

Day 14: Depart Auckland today