Auckland to Christchurch 10 Day Luxury

This 10 day tour starts in Auckland and finishes in Christchurch.

This highlights tour takes you on a scenic journey from the vibrant city of Auckland where you'll be based right in the heart of the city at the Hilton Hotel, then south all the way to the evolving city of Christchurch. Along the way you’ll explore two acclaimed wine regions, the Hawkes Bay is known for its reds and the Marlborough Sounds famed for its Sauvignon Blanc. You’ll enjoy two nights at Solitaire Lodge, the perfect base to explore the adventures and culture of Rotorua and two nights at The Farm at Cape Kidnappers with its world class golf course and magnificent views of the Hawkes Bay coastline.

Accommodation type on this tour is: Luxury Lodges.

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 with exclusive access to the Premium Plus Lounge

9 breakfasts, 5 dinners

Itinerary summary for: Auckland to Christchurch 10 Day Luxury

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

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

Day 3: Your day in Rotorua could be spent discovering Maori culture or thrilling adventures
Accommodation: Solitaire Lodge

Day 4: First head to Lake Taupo before travelling east to the Hawke's Bay
Accommodation: Rosewood Cape Kidnappers

Day 5: Discover the Art Deco architecture, vineyards and gannets of the Hawkes Bay
Accommodation: Rosewood Cape Kidnappers

Day 6: Drive south through the Wairarapa region and over the Rimutaka Ranges to Wellington
Accommodation: Naumi Hotel Wellington

Day 7: Today you'll cross the Cook Strait on the Interislander Ferry. Approaching Picton you'll cruise through the spectacular Marlborough Sounds
Accommodation: Furneaux Lodge, Marlborough Sounds

Day 8: Drive to the seaside town of Kaikoura today
Accommodation: Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses

Day 9: Its a short drive south through Canterbury countryside to the city of Christchurch
Accommodation: Hotel Montreal

Day 10: Depart Christchurch today