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An aerial view of a group of people and quad bikes on a vibrant green grassy cliff overlooking a rugged coastline with turquoise water and distant snow-capped mountains.
Wildlife

Christchurch to Auckland Luxury 12 Day Adventure

Christchurch

Auckland

12 days, 11 nights

Road Trips

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Overview

This 12 day itinerary travels north from Christchurch at a relaxed pace. Explore the wildlife of Akaroa and Kaikoura with time to enjoy the peninsula walks. Then cross the Cook Straight to Wellington City dubbed the 'coolest little capital in the world'. Onto the Hawkes Bay and a luxury stay at The Farm at Cape Kidnappers. Relax or explore the Hawkes Bay vineyards. Rotorua is next and the lakeside retreat of Solitaire Lodge. Enjoy the walks or fish for trout in Lake Tarawera. A helicopter or floatplane will collect you from the lodge and transport you to the remarkable Mt Tarawera Volcano. Finally onto Auckland to enjoy a wonderful final evening in New Zealand.

Highlights & inclusions

12 days / 11 nights
11 breakfasts, 6 dinners

Christchurch

Auckland

Luxury Lodges
Rental car included
  • Swimming with Dolphins Cruise with Black Cat
  • Whale Watch Kaikōura Ocean's Cabin
  • Interislander Ferry Picton to Wellington with exclusive access to the Premium Plus Lounge

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Price pp from

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Why New Zealand Self Drive Tours

  • One dedicated travel specialist to plan, book, and manage your journey from first enquiry to departure.
  • We plan itineraries that work well once you’re actually here, with realistic drive times, thoughtful pacing, and the right balance of experiences.
  • 24/7 in-country support while you’re travelling, so help is close if plans change.

Trip itinerary

Private Transfer Christchurch International Airport to Christchurch Accommodation

On arrival, you will be met by a private driver and transferred to your Christchurch accommodation.

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Accommodation

Aerial view of Christchurch showing buildings, roads, trees, and cloudy sky during daytime.
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Activities

Highlights of Christchurch to Auckland Luxury 12 Day Adventure

People on a cruise boat looking at dolphins swimming nearby in clear blue water with cliffs in the background.

Swimming with Dolphins Cruise with Black Cat

Two whale watching boats on ocean with mountain range in background under clear sky.

Whale Watch Kaikōura Ocean's Cabin

Ferry cruising through blue waters with green forested islands and mountains in the background.

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

Nighttime close-up of a kiwi bird with a long beak and fluffy feathers in the dark.

Zealandia by Night Wildlife Sanctuary Tour

Helicopter flying over the crater of Mount Tarawera volcano with rugged terrain and distant mountains

Mount Tarawera & Orakei Korako Thermal Explorer with Volcanic Air

Additional inclusions

Private Transfer Christchurch International Airport to Christchurch Accommodation

24/7 support from the moment you arrive to the moment you depart

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