30 Day 100 % Pure New Zealand Holiday Package

Holiday Package Includes:

• 30 Nights in 4 Star Accommodation
• Car Hire: Premium Toyota Corolla Sedan Automatic, including Full Insurance (zero excess)
• Bay of Islands Dolphin Cruise or Hole in the Rock Cruise
• Entry into Rotorua’s Hells Gate Geothermal Reserve
• Te Puia Te Po Maori Evening Experience including Hangi Dinner
• Interislander Cook Strait Ferry (Wellington to Picton Ferry), includes Passengers and Vehicle
• Abel Tasman Boat Cruise
• Scenic Helicopter Flight Over Franz Josef Glacier with snow landing
• Small group Wild Life Tour of Otago Peninsula
• Return Ferry Bluff to Stewart Island
• Milford Sound Nature Cruise
• Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise
• Shotover Jet
• TSS Earnslaw & Walter Peak High Country Farm Evening Dining including 4 Course Meal

Day 1 Auckland

Auckland the “City of Sails” is New Zealand’s largest city and is bordered by two stunning harbour’s. Pick up your rental car from Auckland Airport and drive to your accommodation. Stay 1 night in Auckland.

Day 2 Bay of Islands

Driving time Auckland to Bay of Islands 219 km / 136 miles, 3 hours

Drive to the Bay of Islands, renowned for its 144 Islands and surreal maritime park where an abundance of marine life includes whales, penguins and dolphins. Relax on one of the many warm secluded beaches plus enjoy a Discover the Bay – Dolphin or Hole in the Rock Cruise. Stay 2 nights in Paihia or Kerikeri.

Day 3 Bay of Islands

Option today to experience Maori culture by visiting Waitangi’s treaty house, gardens and national marae (meeting house) or venture off-road to Cape Reinga via 90 Mile Beach.

Day 4 Coromandel Peninsula

Driving time Bay of Islands to Coromandel Peninsula 406 km / 252 miles, 5 hours

Renowned worldwide as a spectacular holiday destination, with white sandy beaches, misty rainforests and wilderness a-plenty, Coromandel is the ideal place to unwind. Stay 2 nights in Whitianga.

Day 5 Coromandel Peninsula

Today dig your own hot pool at Hot Water Beach, add on a sea kayak tour to explore volcanic reefs, caves and the world famous Cathedral Cove, or enjoy other marine eco adventures.

Day 6 Rotorua

Driving time Coromandel Peninsula to Rotorua 252 km / 157 miles, 3.5 hours

Rotorua is distinguished by Maori culture and geothermal activity. Stroll through Hells Gate, a steaming thermal reserve. See bubbling mud pools, steaming craters, hot springs and even try Maori weaving and wood carving! Stay 2 nights in Rotorua.

Day 7 Rotorua

Explore Rotorua. Add on a visit to the sacred Mokoia Island on a scenic boat cruise or join New Zealand RiverJet for a fantastic geothermal jet boat safari. In the evening enjoy a traditional Maori Cultural Experience including a Hangi Dinner.

Day 8 New Plymouth

Driving time Rotorua to New Plymouth 298 km / 185 miles, 3.5 hours

As a popular tourist destination, New Plymouth is well-known for its black sand surfing beaches which offer some of the best surfing in the country. Other attributes include a marine park conservation area, Mount Taranaki and the Egmont National Park, a Mecca for trampers. In contrast with the outdoors lifestyle, New Plymouth also has an artistic side as it is home to the Govett-Brewster Art Gallery, NZ’s only contemporary art museum with a permanent collection. Stay 2 nights in New Plymouth.

Day 9 New Plymouth

Explore New Plymouth’s beaches, famous walkway and unique city.

Day 10 Wellington

Driving time New Plymouth to Wellington 351 km / 218 miles, 4.5 hours

Wellington, New Zealand’s capital city, has so much to offer. Set on the edge of a stunning harbour, surrounded by rolling hills, it’s a city rich in culture waiting to be explored. From shopping and picturesque walks, to concerts, live theatre, exhibitions, festivals, Te Papa Tongarewa the Museum of New Zealand and more – Wellington has something for everyone. Stay 2 nights in Wellington.

Day 11 Wellington

Option of Wellington Explorer Tour, Lord of the Rings Tour or Zest Food Tour.

Day 12 Nelson

Sailing time Wellington to Picton 70 km / 43 miles, 3 hours
Driving time Picton to Nelson 141 km / 88 miles, 1.45 hours

It’s all about the journey today as you board the Interislander Cook Strait Ferry, which will transport you on a scenic cruise to Picton. Back on dry land drive through Marlborough, New Zealand’s largest wine region, to reach your destination, Nelson. Enjoying NZ’s highest sunshine hours, discover the creative paradise that is Nelson, with artists, galleries, boutique shopping, local markets and gourmet cafes, you will soon love the Nelson way of life. Stay 1 night in Nelson.

Day 13 Golden Bay

Driving time Nelson to Golden Bay 115 km / 71 miles, 1.5 hours

Travel further into the heart of the South Island’s northern tip to reach Golden Bay. Takaka is a unique township in Golden Bay where you will find restaurants, cafés, art galleries and studios. Beautiful, safe swimming beaches, stunning scenery and easy walks all make Golden Bay a fantastic place to visit. Stay 1 night in Takaka or Pohara, Golden Bay.

Day 14 Abel Tasman

Driving time Golden Bay to Abel Tasman 65 km / 40 miles, 1 hour

Only a short drive away is Abel Tasman, renowned for its golden beaches, sculptured granite cliffs, rich unmodified estuaries, long sunshine hours and the world-famous Abel Tasman Coast Track. Enjoy a boat cruise into the Abel Tasman National Park where you can relax on the hot golden sand or enjoy a day walk within the park. Stay 2 nights in Marahau or Motueka, Abel Tasman

Day 15 Abel Tasman

Today’s options include guided or freedom kayaking within Abel Tasman National Park, a catamaran sailing day trip or overnight trip, scenic flights, or for the extreme pilot a stunt plane.

Day 16 Hokitika

Driving time Abel Tasman to Hokitika 377 km / 243 miles, 5 hours

Discover the rugged West Coast as you travel to Hokitika, famous for it’s arts and crafts. Watch a masterpiece being crafted from gold, silver, molten glass, bone, silk or greywacke or carve your own creation from wood or jade "pounamu". Take in Hokitika’s natural beauty, enjoy it’s expansive beach or one of the many walking and mountain bike tracks. Stay 1 night in Hokitika.

Day 17 Franz Josef

Driving time Hokitika to Franz Josef 136 km / 85 miles, 2 hours

Continue South through dense rain forest towards New Zealand’s glaciers. Stay at Franz Josef Glacier township. Take a 20 minute scenic helicopter flight sweeping above Westland National Park as you explore Franz Josef Glacier before landing in the snow to enjoy exceptional views of the majestic Southern Alps. Stay 1 night in Franz Josef.

Day 18 Fox Glacier

Driving time Franz Josef to Fox Glacier 23 km / 14 miles, 30 minutes

Stay at Fox Glacier township tonight. Add on an additional Guided Half Day Glacier Walk to gain a true Glacial experience where you will hike on the lower reaches of Fox Glacier. If you want to see blue ice take a famous Fox Glacier Heli Hike. Stay 1 night in Fox Glacier.

Day 19 Wanaka

Driving time Fox Glacier to Wanaka 206 km / 128 miles, 3 hours

The change in landscape will amaze you as you travel down the West Coast with peeks of the Tasman Sea. Take the Haast Pass Highway and admire waterfalls and many viewing points and short walks along the way before reaching Wanaka, an alpine paradise with views so good it’s hard to put down your camera. Stay 2 nights in Wanaka.

Day 20 Wanaka

Relax and enjoy Wanaka for the day.

Day 21 Dunedin

Driving time Wanaka to Dunedin 279 km / 173 miles, 3.5 hours

Drive through historic Central Otago; pass vineyards, orchards and farm land to reach Dunedin, one of the best preserved Victorian and Edwardian cities in the southern hemisphere. Stay 2 nights in Dunedin.

Day 22 Dunedin

Join a small group wild life tour to discover the beautiful Otago Peninsula and view Hooker Sea Lions, Yellow-eyed Penguins, Blue Penguins, NZ Fur Seals, Royal Albatross, wading birds and so much more.

Day 23 Invercargill

Driving time Dunedin to Invercargill 210 km / 130 miles, 3 hours

Discover the Catlins Coast, an attraction in itself, whilst travelling to Invercargill, well known for it’s southern hospitality. Visit art galleries, museums, walk the paths and tracks through Queens Park, play a round of golf or discover Southland’s rugged beaches. Stay 1 night in Invercargill.

Day 24 Stewart Island

Driving time Invercargill to Bluff 29 km / 18 miles, 25 minutes
Sailing time Bluff to Stewart Island 36 km / 22 miles, 1 hour

Travel to Bluff, New Zealand’s Southern Tip where you will catch a scenic ferry to Stewart Island New Zealand’s ultimate eco- tourism destination. Its densely forested hills, and untouched coastline of rocky outcrops and creamy golden sand beaches make Stewart Island a haven for native marine and bird life. Stay 2 nights on Stewart Island.

Day 25 Stewart Island

Optional guided walk on Ulva Island.

Day 26 Te Anau -> Milford Sound

Sailing time Stewart Island to Bluff 36 km / 22 miles, 1 hour
Driving time Bluff to Te Anau 188 km / 117 miles, 2.5 hours
Driving time Te Anau to Milford Sound 166 km / 72 miles, 2 hours

Relax and take in the views of heartland New Zealand while you travel to Te Anau where you will be staying the evening. Continue on the Milford Highway, regarded as one of the most scenic roads in New Zealand. Upon reaching Milford Sound a boat will take you on a 2.5 hour Milford Sound Nature Cruise.Make sure you keep a look out for dolphins, seals and penguins! Enjoy a new perspective of the Milford Highway as you travel back to Te Anau. Stay 2 nights in Te Anau.

Day 27 Te Anau -> Doubtful Sound

Driving time Te Anau to Manapouri 21 km / 13 miles, 20 minutes
Sailing/Driving time Manapouri to Doubtful Sound (return trip) 8 hours

Located deep in the heart of a World Heritage Area, Doubtful Sound is an overwhelming place. You can feel the power of nature here – the remoteness, the wilderness and the peace. Enjoy a full day Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise including a boat cruise on Lake Manapouri, scenic coach over Wilmot Pass, and a full three hour Doubtful Sound Cruise. Keep a look out for bottlenose dolphins, fur seals and penguins.

Day 28 Queenstown

Driving time Te Anau to Queenstown 174 km / 108 miles, 2.5 hours

Arrive in Queenstown, New Zealand’s adventure capital of the world and spectacular alpine resort. Explore downtown or even take a ride on the gondola to get a great perspective of Queenstown and stunning panoramic views. Stay 3 nights in Queenstown.

Day 29 Queenstown

Get ready for the World’s most exciting Jet Boat ride! Acknowledged as the World’s most famous Jet Boat operation, a Shotover Jet thrill ride is not to be missed! Relax and enjoy Queenstown for the day.

Day 30 Queenstown

On your last day in paradise, finish on a high and choose from an exciting range of optional activities including scenic flights, 4WD safaris, winery tours, and more. In the evening take an evening cruise across Lake Wakatipu on the TSS Earnslaw followed by dining at the Colonel’s Homestead at Walter Peak – the perfect way to end and celebrate a fantasitc holiday!