Auckland to Queenstown 11 Day Highlights

This 11 day tour starts in Auckland and finishes in Queenstown.

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 the heartland of 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.

Accommodation type on this tour is: Hotel 3 star.

Rental car insurance included

Rental car inclusions: Unlimited kilometres,airport/ferry terminal fees, additional drivers.

Tour pack: Includes detailed driving instructions, maps, guide books and much more.

This tour can be customised to suit you precisely - just request here.

This tour also features:

Included activity: Private Transfer Auckland Airport to Auckland accommodation with Tourcorp

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

Included activity: Interislander Ferry Wellington to Picton

10 breakfasts

Itinerary summary for: Auckland to Queenstown 11 Day Highlights

Day 1: Arrive into Auckland City, transfer to hotel and rest of the day at leisure
Accommodation: Auckland City Hotel

Day 2: Drive south through the rich fertile farmland of the Waikato and maybe stop at Hobbiton Village on your way to Rotorua
Accommodation: Distinction Rotorua Hotel

Day 3: Your day in Rotorua could be spent discovering Maori culture or thrilling adventure rides
Accommodation: Distinction Rotorua Hotel

Day 4: Today is filled with fantastic scenery including Lake Taupo, the Desert Road and the Kapiti Coastline as you approach Wellington
Accommodation: Naumi Hotel Wellington

Day 5: Today you'll cross the Cook Strait on the Interislander Ferry. Approaching Picton you'll cruise through the spectacular Marlborough Sounds
Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Marlborough

Day 6: Drive to the seaside town of Kaikoura today
Accommodation: Sudima Hotel Kaikoura

Day 7: Continue south through Canterbury countryside to Christchurch
Accommodation: Heritage Christchurch

Day 8: Today you'll enjoy a scenic drive through Canterbury and the MacKenzie Country
Accommodation: Hermitage Hotel Room Mount Cook View

Day 9: Follow the dry lands to Lindis Pass which leads into Central Otago, then through the Kawarau Gorge to Queenstown
Accommodation: Ramada Hotel & Suites Queenstown Central

Day 10: The day is yours to discover all the scenic spots and fun activities on offer in Queenstown
Accommodation: Ramada Hotel & Suites Queenstown Central

Day 11: Depart Queenstown today