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Auckland to Christchurch 16 day Wine Region Explorer

This 16 day tour starts in Auckland and finishes in Christchurch.

This 16 day itinerary follows a route through some of New Zealand's fantastic wine regions including the boutique vineyards surrounding Auckland, Marlborough famed for its Sauvignon Blanc and Central Otago home to delicious pinot noir.  In each wine region you’ll be guided by a local expert for the complete experience.  Also included is an amazing tiger moth flight over Wanaka with a private picnic lunch, an afternoon of Maori cuisine in Rotorua and the spectacular TranzAlpine scenic train journey. 

Accommodation type on this tour is: Hotel 4 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: TSS Earnslaw Cruise and Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dining

Included activity: Appellation Private Boutique Wine Tour

Included activity: Lake Cruise and Island Nature Walk with Eco Wanaka

Included activity: TranzAlpine Scenic Train: Greymouth to Christchurch

Included activity: Private Transfer Christchurch Train Station to your accommodation

Included activity: Private transfer accommodation to Christchurch Airport

Included activity: Auckland Wine Country Half Day Tour including Lunch with Bush and Beach

Included activity: Te Pā Tū Evening Maori Cultural Experience - Dinner Included

Included activity: Te Ra Guided Experience, Cultural Experience and Hangi Buffet Lunch at Te Puia

Included activity: Interislander Ferry Wellington to Picton with exclusive access to the Premium Plus Lounge

15 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 special dinners

Itinerary summary for: Auckland to Christchurch 16 day Wine Region Explorer

Day 1: Welcome to Auckland
Accommodation: SkyCity Hotel Auckland

Day 2: Explore Auckland's wineries today
Accommodation: SkyCity Hotel Auckland

Day 3: Drive south through the rich fertile farmland of the Waikato and maybe stop at Hobbiton Village on your way to Rotorua
Accommodation: Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Day 4: Today take a Moari food trail tour and this evening visit Tamaki Maori Village
Accommodation: Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Day 5: Today is filled with fantastic scenery including Lake Taupo, the Desert Road and the Kapiti Coastline as you approach Wellington
Accommodation: Bolton Hotel Wellington

Day 6: Today you'll cross the Cook Strait on the Interislander Ferry. Approaching Picton you'll cruise through the spectacular Marlborough Sounds
Accommodation: Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Day 7: A full day tour exploring the Marlborough Vineyards - famed for their Sauvignon Blanc wines
Accommodation: Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Day 8: Head South today to Christchurch
Accommodation: Distinction Hotel Christchurch

Day 9: Today you'll enjoy a scenic drive through Canterbury and the MacKenzie Country
Accommodation: Hermitage Hotel, Wakefield Wing Superior Room

Day 10: Cross the Lindis Pass then pass through the Kawerau Gorge to Queenstown. Tonight take a scenic cruise across the lake for dinner
Accommodation: Millennium Hotel Queenstown

Day 11: The day is yours to discover all the scenic spots and fun activities on offer in Queenstown
Accommodation: Millennium Hotel Queenstown

Day 12: Enjoy an afternoon exploring the Central Otago wineries with your private guide
Accommodation: Millennium Hotel Queenstown

Day 13: Cross the Crown Range Road to Wanaka and discover Mou Waho Island
Accommodation: Edgewater

Day 14: Travel the spectacular Haast Pass to the West Coast, allow plenty of time for photo stops
Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Day 15: Drive north along the stunning West Coast Road and take the TranzAlpine train to Christchurch
Accommodation: Distinction Hotel Christchurch

Day 16: Depart Christchurch today