New Zealand Self Drive

14 Days 13 Nights

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Arrive at Auckland Airport.
Complete arrival formalities and collect your self-drive rental car.
Drive to Auckland city and check in at your hotel.
Rest of the day at leisure.

Breakfast at Hotel
Overnight Stay in Auckland

After breakfast, proceed for Auckland sightseeing.
Visit SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium and explore its fascinating marine-life exhibits.
Continue to Sky Tower, Auckland's iconic landmark offering spectacular panoramic views.
Enjoy free time to explore Auckland city.
Return to the hotel.

Breakfast at Hotel
Overnight Stay in Auckland

After breakfast, check out and drive towards Paihia, located in the beautiful Bay of Islands.
Enjoy the scenic self-drive journey from Auckland to Paihia.
Experience the Hole in the Rock Cruise.
Enjoy spectacular views of the Bay of Islands and its surrounding coastline. Return to Paihia and check in to the hotel.

Breakfast at Hotel
Overnight Stay in Paihia

After breakfast, proceed for a SIC day tour to Cape Reinga & Ninety Mile Beach.
Explore the spectacular northern tip of New Zealand.
Visit Cape Reinga Lighthouse and enjoy breathtaking coastal views.
Experience the famous Ninety Mile Beach.
Enjoy lunch during the tour.
Return to Paihia.

Breakfast at Hotel
Overnight Stay in Paihia

After breakfast, check out and begin your journey towards Rotorua.
Drive from Paihia towards Waitomo.
Visit the famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves.
Discover the underground cave system and admire the glowworms illuminating the cave walls.
Continue your scenic drive towards Rotorua.
Check in to the hotel.

Breakfast at Hotel
Overnight Stay in Rotorua

After breakfast, proceed for Rotorua sightseeing.
Visit Agrodome and enjoy the famous Agrodome Farm Show.
Continue to Te Puia and experience the Te Rā Guided Experience, showcasing Māori culture and heritage.
Later, relax at Polynesian Spa with a Sky View Private Pool experience.
Return to the hotel.

Breakfast at Hotel
Overnight Stay in Rotorua

After breakfast, check out from the hotel.
Drive to Rotorua Airport.
Return the North Island rental vehicle.
Board your domestic flight to Queenstown.
Upon arrival, collect your South Island rental vehicle.
Drive to your hotel and check in.
Evening at leisure.

Transport: Kia Stonic 2WD or similar with Premium Insurance

Breakfast at Hotel
Overnight Stay in Queenstown

After breakfast, begin your scenic self-drive journey to Milford Sound.
Drive through spectacular South Island landscapes towards Milford Sound.
Arrive at Milford Sound Terminal.
Enjoy the Milford Sound Nature Cruise.
Admire dramatic mountains, waterfalls, cliffs and pristine waters.
After the cruise, drive back to Queenstown.

Breakfast at Hotel
Overnight Stay in Queenstown

After breakfast, proceed for Queenstown sightseeing.
Enjoy the scenic Skyline Gondola ride.
Experience 3 Luge Rides with spectacular views of Queenstown.
Later, enjoy the thrilling Shotover Jet experience.
Return to the hotel.
Evening at leisure.

Breakfast at Hotel
Overnight Stay in Queenstown

After breakfast, proceed for Skydiving Experience
Enjoy an exciting 15,000-ft Tandem Skydiving Experience over Queenstown, offering spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and Lake Wakatipu.
Half-day at leisure to relax or explore Queenstown at your own pace.
Return to the hotel.
Explore Queenstown town centre and waterfront.
Enjoy shopping, cafés and restaurants.
Optional adventure activities can be arranged at an additional cost.
Return to the hotel.

Breakfast at Hotel
Overnight Stay in Queenstown

After breakfast, check out and begin your scenic self-drive journey towards Mount Cook.
Drive through the spectacular South Island scenery.
Visit Wanaka en route.
Explore Puzzling World, famous for its puzzles and optical illusions.
Continue towards the Mount Cook / Aoraki region.
Enjoy the Alpine Vista Helicopter Ride, subject to weather conditions.
In the evening, experience Big Sky Stargazing under the spectacular southern night sky.
Check in to your hotel.

Breakfast at Hotel
Overnight Stay in Mount Cook

After breakfast, check out and depart for Christchurch.
Drive through the beautiful landscapes of the South Island.
Stop at Lake Tekapo, famous for its turquoise-blue waters and mountain scenery.
Visit the iconic Church of the Good Shepherd.
Continue your journey towards Christchurch.
Arrive and check in to the hotel.
Evening at leisure.

Breakfast at Hotel
Overnight Stay in Christchurch

After breakfast, proceed for Christchurch sightseeing.
Visit the International Antarctic Centre.
Explore the interactive exhibits and learn about Antarctica and its wildlife.
Continue with Christchurch city sightseeing.
Enjoy free time for shopping and leisure.
Return to the hotel.

Breakfast at Hotel
Overnight Stay in Christchurch

After breakfast, check out from the hotel.
Drive to Christchurch International Airport.
Return the rental vehicle at the airport.
Complete airport formalities for your onward flight.
Depart New Zealand with wonderful memories of your holiday.

The tour ends here, but the memories will last forever. Hence, we take this opportunity to thank you and visit again where adventure meets Aaiconic.

Breakfast at Hotel