Auckland to Queenstown Highlights - 11 Day Self Drive Tour

New Zealand

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Tour length 11 days

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Christmas & New Year
Wildlife
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Self Drive
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Partially Guided
Explorer
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About this tour

From the vibrant city of Auckland you’ll travel south to the spectacular mountains and thrilling adventures of Queenstown.  Along the way you’ll travel through heartland New Zealand, including the cultural mecca of Rotorua and quirky Wellington City in the North Island.  While in the South Island you have opportunities for wildlife encounters in Kaikoura and plenty of time to explore the spectacular scenery of Queenstown. We can customise this tour for you - contact us if you'd like to add in any activities or other locations.  Drivers must be 21 years old. 
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General information

Tour ID 161928
Tour length 11 days
Language English
Group size 25
Age range 2 - 99

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Day 1: Arrive into Auckland City
Day 2: Drive south through the rich fertile farmland of the Waikato and stop at Hobbiton Village on your way to Rotorua
Day 3: Your day in Rotorua could be spent discovering Maori culture or thrilling adventure rides
Day 4: Today is filled with fantastic scenery including Lake Taupo, the Desert Road and the Kapiti Coastline as you approach Wellington
Day 5: Today you'll cross the Cook Strait on the Interislander Ferry. Approaching Picton you'll cruise through the spectacular Marlborough Sounds
Day 6: Drive to the seaside town of Kaikoura today
Day 7: Continue south through Canterbury countryside to Christchurch
Day 8: Today you'll enjoy a scenic drive through Canterbury and the MacKenzie Country
Day 9: Follow the dry lands to Lindis Pass which leads into Central Otago, then through the Kawerau Gorge to Queenstown
Day 10: The day is yours to discover all the scenic spots and fun activities on offer in Queenstown
Day 11: Depart Queenstown today

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