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The New Zealand Journey

14 Days · Auckland to Auckland

A classic journey through the very best of New Zealand.

From Auckland's harbour and island lifestyle to geothermal Rotorua, Māori culture, alpine landscapes, Queenstown and the spectacular Milford Sound, this journey brings together the essential experiences of both islands.

Designed for first-time visitors and families who want to experience New Zealand comprehensively without rushing, the journey balances iconic sights with time to relax and enjoy the places along the way.

DAY 1 — ARRIVE IN AUCKLAND

Arrive in Auckland and settle into your accommodation overlooking the city, harbour or waterfront.

Enjoy a relaxed welcome and private transfer, followed by an easy afternoon to recover from your journey.

Stay: Auckland

DAY 2 — AUCKLAND & WAIHEKE ISLAND

Begin with Auckland's harbour and waterfront before taking a short ferry journey to Waiheke Island.

Explore vineyards, coastal landscapes and secluded beaches. Enjoy a long lunch overlooking the vines before returning to Auckland in the late afternoon.

Experience: Waiheke wine & island lifestyle

Stay: Auckland

DAY 3 — AUCKLAND → HAMILTON → ROTORUA

Travel south through the Waikato countryside towards Rotorua.

Along the way, visit the Hamilton Gardens or enjoy a relaxed countryside lunch before continuing to Rotorua.

In the afternoon, discover the geothermal landscape of bubbling mud pools, steaming vents and volcanic lakes.

Stay: Rotorua

DAY 4 — ROTORUA

A full day dedicated to Rotorua's Māori culture and geothermal heritage.

Visit a geothermal reserve and experience a Māori cultural programme featuring traditional storytelling, performance and cuisine.

The evening can be arranged around a private dining experience or a traditional hangi.

Stay: Rotorua

DAY 5 — ROTORUA → TAUPŌ

Depart Rotorua for Lake Taupō.

Take time to explore the lakefront and visit Huka Falls, where the Waikato River narrows dramatically through a natural gorge.

Enjoy an afternoon at leisure or arrange a private boat experience on Lake Taupō.

Stay: Taupō

DAY 6 — TAUPŌ → WELLINGTON

Continue south through the central North Island before arriving in Wellington, New Zealand's capital.

Spend the afternoon exploring the waterfront and Cuba Street, or visit Te Papa for an introduction to New Zealand's history, culture and identity.

Stay: Wellington

DAY 7 — WELLINGTON → CHRISTCHURCH

Fly to Christchurch and begin your South Island journey.

Explore the city's gardens, riverside precinct and contemporary cultural spaces.

The evening is free for a relaxed dinner in one of Christchurch's distinctive restaurants.

Stay: Christchurch

DAY 8 — CHRISTCHURCH → AORAKI / MOUNT COOK

Travel south through the Canterbury Plains and the Mackenzie Basin.

The landscape gradually changes from farmland to turquoise lakes and dramatic alpine mountains.

Arrive at Aoraki / Mount Cook and settle into one of New Zealand's most spectacular mountain environments.

Stay: Aoraki / Mount Cook

DAY 9 — AORAKI / MOUNT COOK

A day among the Southern Alps.

Choose between an easy alpine walk, a scenic flight, glacier experience or simply enjoying the views from your lodge.

The evening is deliberately unhurried, allowing time to experience the extraordinary night sky of the Mackenzie region.

Stay: Aoraki / Mount Cook

DAY 10 — MOUNT COOK → QUEENSTOWN

Travel through Lindis Pass and Central Otago towards Queenstown.

Arrive in Queenstown in the afternoon with time to explore the lakefront, boutique shops and restaurants.

Stay: Queenstown

DAY 11 — QUEENSTOWN

A day to experience Queenstown at your own pace.

Choose from a private lake cruise, winery experience in Gibbston Valley, scenic helicopter flight or a relaxed day exploring Arrowtown and the surrounding countryside.

Stay: Queenstown