Auckland to Christchurch Hiking Exploration

This 15 day tour starts in Auckland and finishes in Christchurch.

Experience the world-renowned Tongariro Crossing, one of the finest day hikes on the planet. From there, travel south, cross the Cook Strait, and journey along the scenic Pacific Coast to Kaikōura and on to Christchurch. Continue to Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park before heading further south into the breathtaking Southern Lakes region. Here, enjoy a fully guided 3-day / 2-night walk on the iconic Routeburn Track. After returning to Queenstown, venture north to explore the glacier region, then conclude your journey with a spectacular ride aboard the TranzAlpine Scenic Train back to Christchurch.

The rates displayed for this tour are based on a per person occupancy in the Routeburn Multishare Rooms. These rooms have shared bathroom facilities and are in rooms with up to 6 pax on the Milford Track. For double, twin or single room occupancy, kindly contact our sales consultants.

Accommodation type on this tour is: Hotel 4 star.

Rental car insurance included

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

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

This tour also features:

Included activity: Private Transfer Auckland Airport to your Auckland Accommodation with Tourcorp

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

Included activity: Routeburn Track 3 Day/2 Night Guided Walk with Ultimate Hikes

Included activity: TranzAlpine Scenic Train: Greymouth to Christchurch

Included activity: Shared Transfer from Christchurch Train Station to Christchurch CBD Accommodation with Christchurch Touring Company

Included activity: Private Transfer from Christchurch Accommodation to Christchurch Airport with Christchurch Touring Company

Included activity: Sky Waka Gondola Sightseeing Trip with Whakapapa - Open Dated Voucher

Included activity: Private Guided Tongariro Alpine Crossing with Adrift

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

Included activity: Private Transfer Queenstown Domestic Airport to Accommodation (LSQ)

Meals included: 14 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners

Itinerary summary for: Auckland to Christchurch Hiking Exploration

Day 1: Welcome to Auckland the 'City of Sails'
Accommodation: SkyCity Hotel Auckland

Day 2: Travel south through rural Waikato and King Country to Tongariro National Park
Accommodation: The Park Hotel Ruapehu

Day 3: Today you'll accomplish one of the greatest day walks in the world - The Tongariro Crossing
Accommodation: The Park Hotel Ruapehu

Day 4: Follow State Highway 1 South to the capital city of Wellington
Accommodation: Bolton Hotel Wellington

Day 5: Cross to the South Island and then drive the Pacific Coast to Kaikoura
Accommodation: Bendamere House B&B

Day 6: Continue south and onto the city of Christhchurch
Accommodation: The George Hotel

Day 7: Enjoy a scenic drive through Canterbury and the MacKenzie Country to Mt Cook National Park
Accommodation: Hermitage Hotel, Aoraki Wing Premium

Day 8: Follow the dry lands to Lindis Pass which leads into Central Otago, then through the Kawerau Gorge to Queenstown
Accommodation: Millennium Hotel Queenstown

Day 9: Explore the sights of Queenstown and this afternoon attend your Routeburn Track briefing
Accommodation: Millennium Hotel Queenstown

Day 10: Travel from Queenstown to the start of the Routeburn Track, then hike to Lake Mackenzie
Accommodation: Routeburn Track Lodges

Day 11: Fantastic mountain views today and tonight you stay at the Routeburn Falls Lodge
Accommodation: Routeburn Track Lodges

Day 12: Descend to the forested lowlands, before you return by coach to Queenstown
Accommodation: Millennium Hotel Queenstown

Day 13: Take the Crown Range Road to Wanaka before travelling the spectacular Haast Pass to the West Coast
Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Day 14: Drive north along the stunning West Coast Road and take the TranzAlpine train to Christchurch
Accommodation: The George Hotel

Day 15: Depart Christchurch today