Auckland to Christchurch 11 day Splendour

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

A popular 11 day tour with a relaxed pace that allows plenty of time to explore the diverse New Zealand landscapes and scenery. From the North Island’s rich Maori culture and modern cosmopolitan cities you’ll venture south crossing the Cook Strait to the picturesque Marlborough Sounds and the wildlife mecca of Kaikoura.

Accommodation type on this tour is: Boutique Lodges & Hotels.

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: Full Day Taste of Auckland Tour + Lunch with Bush and Beach

Included activity: Mount Tarawera & Orakei Korako Thermal Explorer by Floatplane

Included activity: Zealandia By Night Wildlife Sanctuary Tour

Included activity: Interislander Ferry Wellington to Picton

Included activity: Ocean's Cabin with Whale Watch Kaikoura

Meals included: 10 breakfasts, 1 lunch

Itinerary summary for: Auckland to Christchurch 11 day Splendour

Day 1: Arrive into Auckland the 'City of Sails'
Accommodation: Fable Auckland

Day 2: Explore the diversity of Auckland, from the city centre, to the wild west coast beaches and the wineries of Kumeu
Accommodation: Fable Auckland

Day 3: Your rental car is delivered, then drive from Auckland to Rotorua
Accommodation: On the Point

Day 4: Explore Rotorua and surrounds including the beautiful Orakei Korako by floatplane
Accommodation: On the Point

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: Explore Wellington City and this evening meet New Zealand's curious wildlife at Zealandia
Accommodation: Bolton 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: The Waters Bed and Breakfast

Day 8: Explore the Nelson region or venture into Abel Tasman National Park
Accommodation: The Waters Bed and Breakfast

Day 9: Nelson to Kaikoura where you'll get up close to the giants of the sea on a Whale Watching cruise
Accommodation: Bendamere House B&B

Day 10: It's a short drive to Christchurch today, so there's plenty of time to explore this dynamic city
Accommodation: Orari Bed & Breakfast

Day 11: Depart Christchurch today