New Zealand Explorer Self Drive Tour
21 Nights / 22 Days
Self Drive Tour
Monsoon Special

Cities : Auckland (1N),Paihia (2N),Auckland (2N),Whitianga (2N),Rotorua (2N),Lake Taupo (1N),Wellington (1N),Queenstown (3N),Wanaka (1N),Franz Josef (2N),Hokitika (1N),Christchurch (3N)
Sightseeing
Rotorua, New Zealand
- Agrodome Farm Tour (Sheep Shearing Show)
- Waitomo Glowworm
- Hobbiton movie set
- Polynesian Spa - Family Pools (Formerly known as Family Spa Public)
- Guided tour of Te Puia Thermal Reserve
Auckland, New Zealand
- SKY TOWER
Paihia, New Zealand
- Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach Tour
- Hole In The Rock Cruise
Queenstown, New Zealand
- Full Day Milford Sound Cruise
- Gondola And 1 Luge Ride
Christchurch, New Zealand
- International Antarctic Centre with Hagglund ride and 4D show
- Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch
Meals
- 21 Breakfast
Day wise travel itinerary
- Day 1 :Arrive AucklandOn arrival in Auckland,’ The City of Sails’ pick up self drive vehicle from airport and head to your booked hotel. Auckland-City inspires it’s both inhabitants and its visitors along with staggering position mild climate and wealth of thing to see, do and experience. Overnight at hotel.Extra: • A credit card authorization is taken for the bond on hire initiation, and destroyed at the termination of hire, providing the vehicle is returned in the same condition.• Car Pickup at Grey mouth NZD65 • Hirer must have valid credit card (not debit card) for bond authorization of NZ$350 • Indian Driver’s License printed in English is accepted in New Zealand Surcharge apply if driver is below 25 years• GPS cost is extra• Comprehensive Full Insurance is extra
- Day 2 :Auckland - Paihia (Bay Of Island) (228 Kms, 3hrs 30mins approx)After early breakfast drive to Paihia Township in the beautiful Bay of Islands which is often referred to as ‘the birth place of the New Zealand nation Highlights today are travelling along the Hibiscus Coast and the ever-changing semi-tropical landscape. Upon arrival head to hole in the rock cruise, one of the famous catamaran cruise to see dolphins & visit a legendary rock formation, a Maori freehold site. Overnight at paihia.
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- Day 3 :Bay of Island - Cape Reinga & Ninety Mile Beach TourAfter finishing your fresh breakfast depart for Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile beach tour. This tour will be on SIC Basis (Seat in Coach). Your journey is not complete with this place. Experience wild beauty and this huge untouched region that is rich in Maori culture and tradition. You will head to Cape Reinga, as per Maori legend this spot of departing spirits on their journey to the homeland – Hawaiki. On the way explore ancient Puketi Kauri forest, with a 20 minute boardwalk past 1000 year ancient tree as well as in native bush. Upon arrival at Cape Reinga stop at windswept tip of New Zealand and enjoy Pacific Ocean collide with the Tasman Sea.Later experience to try sand boarding down the massive sand dunes on boogie boards at Te Paki Stream, as this fun experience is perfect for everyone. Your drive vast and empty 90 Mile Beach will offer you striking contrasts to the busy and populated east coast. This adventurous day with opportunities to take photos or simply sit back and relax this unique part of New Zealand.
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- Day 4 :Paihia - Auckland (228km Approx 3hrs)After completing your breakfast head to Auckland again. You can visit Sky Tower Auckland on your leisure and enjoy breathe taking view from there. Later on you can opt for optional activities like Sky jump from sky tower, Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium, or Sail in Pride of Auckland cruise on own. Evening for free. Overnight at Auckland.
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- Day 5 :Auckland - Waiheke Island (50km Approx 2hrs Includes Ferry)On this day you can opt for Waiheki Island on own. This is one of the most popular and second largest islands in the gulf of the New Zealand. You can reach there by ferry terminal on own and explore this island. Return to Auckland and overnight at hotel.
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- Day 6 :Auckland - Whitianga (190 Kms 3hours Approx)After breakfast depart to Whitianga. A tiny town on the Coromandel Peninsula, in the Waikato Region of country’s North Island. The town is situated on Mercury Bay, on the northeastern coast of the peninsula. From Whitianga one can enjoy beaches, water sports, scenic planes, boat excursions and much more. Rest of the day explore on own. Overnight at Hotel.
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- Day 7 :Whitianga - Explore BeachesAfter breakfast visit Hot water beach is an NZ Must Do and one of its most dramatic places. Famous for a spot of thermal water bubbling just beneath the surface of the sand at low tide and also visit Hahei beach - is a most stunning and popular pink sandy beach - near to world famous Cathedral Cove. Overnight at Hotel.
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- Day 8 :Whitianga - Waitomo Caves - Rotorua(380km Approx 5hrs)Morning departs for Rotorua. On the way take tour of the world popular Waitomo Glowworm Caves which includes below ground boat ride viewing the numbers of glow worms on the cavern roof. Later proceed to Rotorua transfer to Hotel. Rotorua-Breathe in the Sulphur-rich air of Rotorua and you will taste New Zealand‘s most dynamic thermal area with Spurting geysers, steaming hot springs and exploding mud pools. Overnight at hotel.
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- Day 9 :Rotorua - Te Puia - Agro DomeMorning depart for Rotorua Sightseeing tour visit Te Puia Thermal Reserve to see boiling mud pools and roaring geysers. After that proceed to Agro dome New Zealand which is basically farm show featuring sheep dog evidences’, cow milking and an intro to the stars of country’s sheep industry. Later in evening enjoy at Polynesian spa to relax and rejuvenate. Overnight at hotel.
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- Day 10 :Rotorua - Lake Taupo (80 Km Approx 57 Min)After breakfast head to majestic lake taupo, one of the beautiful lake of north island which is in the caldera of the Taupo Volcano. This wonderful lake is also famous for its surface area of 616 square kilometers, which is largest lake surface in New Zealand. Just stroll at the lake and enjoy in evening with your loved ones. Overnight at Lake Taupo.
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- Day 11 :Lake Taupo - Wellingon (370 Km Approx 5 Hrs)After breakfast early morning proceed to wellington, capital city of the country which sits besides the North Island’s southernmost point on the Cook Strait. Enjoy its working harbour and colorful timber houses surrounded by hills. From beautiful Lambton Quay one can enjoy in red Wellington Cable Car which head to the Wellington Botanic Gardens. Evening free at leisure. Overnight at wellington.
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- Day 12 :Wellington - QueenstownAfter early breakfast proceeds to airport for your flight to Queenstown which connects you to south island of the country. Drop yourself drive car at the airport. Reach Queenstown and pick up your vehicle and head to the heart of the new Zealand , Queenstown along with wonderful mesmerizing remarkable and the kaleidoscopic lake Wakatipu at it heels Queenstown knows no rest. Enjoy evening at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
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- Day 13 :Queenstown Milford Sound Cruise (307 Kms 5 Hrs One Way)Early morning depart for Full day tour to Milford Sound. Follow the southern arm of majestic Lake Wakatipu to Lumsden, and towrads to Lake Te Anau. Enter the beautiful Eglinton Valley and continue your journey through the amazing man made Homer Tunnel to get to Milford Sound. Enjoy this breathe taking cruise on this world popular fiord, command by Mitre Peak and the cascading Bowen Falls. Return to Queenstown.
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- Day 14 :Queenstown - Skyline Gondola And Luge Ride - Jet Boat RideToday enjoy visit Skyline Gondola ride and one luge ride - The gondola ride takes you to Bob's Peak perched high above Queenstown. From here get the breathtaking views over Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu and stunning Remarkable Mountains which spread you in a magical panorama. Evening free for leisure. Overnight at Queenstown.
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- Day 15 :Queenstown - Wanaka (70KM approx 1hr)After breakfast drive to Wanaka, a tiny beautiful town which is known as gateway to the Southern Alps' Mount Aspiring National Park, beech forests as well as alpine lakes. One can enjoy at Lake Wanaka. Evening for free. Overnight In Wanaka.
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- Day 16 :Wanaka - Franz JosefAfter early breakfast depart for Franz Josef. Once you reach Fox Glacier it is only another 25 minutes to your destination Franz Josef Glacier where your hotel is located. Enjoy this scenic experience through your journey. Overnight at Franz Josef.
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- Day 17 :Franz JosefAfter morning breakfast your day is free for leisure. You can opt for 20 min helicopter ride on snow landing or Enjoy Valley glacier walk or relax at the hotel. Overnight at hotel.
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- Day 18 :Franz Josef - Hokitika (134km approx 1hr 40min)After finishing your breakfast head to Hokitika which is lies in the West Coast region of New Zealand's South Island, 40 kilometers south of Greymouth and very near to the mouth of beautiful Hokitika River. You can enjoy Hokitika Gorge Walk, Tunnel Terrace walk on own. Overnight in Hokitika.
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- Day 19 :Hokitika - Christchurch (48km approx 3h 12 min)After breakfast depart for Christchurch With attractive Avon River, a Grand Anglican cathedral rises above the city center and beautiful manicured gardens and crisply cut lawns. One of the most English city of New Zealand. On arrival head to International Antarctic Centre - One of New country’s best tourist attractions, it provides tourists of all ages with an interactive, fun and exciting experience of Antarctica. Also enjoy Hagglund& 4D Theatre. Overnight at hotel.
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- Day 20 :Christchurch - Day Trip to KaikouraAfter breakfast depart to kaikoura , one of the beautiful coastal town in south island of country. It’s famous for its abundant wildlife as well as sperm whale population. Later on depart for whale watching cruise, get closer to the natures beautiful creature. Return to Christchurch back .Overnight in Christchurch.
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- Day 21 :Christchurch - Day FreeAfter breakfast your day is free to explore city on own. You can opt to visit Akaroa. Evening free for leisure. Overnight at hotel.
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- Day 22 :Christchurch - Back HomeEarly morning depart with wonderful memories of your tour. Drop the self drive car at the Christchurch airport.
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- Kaikoura Whale Watching
- New Zealand
- kia Ora
- Fast facts about New Zealand
- New Zealand Map
- Auckland
- Auckland Tower
- Auckland Tower - 1
- Paihia
- Paihia
- Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach Tour
- Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach Tour
- Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach Tour
- Hole in The Rock Cruise
- Hole in The Rock Cruise
- Whitianga - 0
- Waitomo Caves
- Waitomo Caves - 1
- Te Puia Thermal Reserve
- Te Puia Thermal Reserve - 1
- Te Puia Thermal Reserve - 2
- Agrodome Sheep Show
- Hobbiton Movie Set Tour from the shire's rest
- Polynesian Spa
- Lake Taupo
- Wellington
- Wellington
- Queenstown
- Lake Wakatipu
- Kawarau Bridge Bungy Jumping (Optional)
- Kawarau Bridge Bungy Jumping (Optional) - 1
- Queenstown to Milford Sound
- Milford
- Milford Sound Cruise
- Milford Sound Cruise - 1
- Milford Sound Cruise - 2
- Milford - 1
- Queenstown Skyline
- Luge Ride
- Hokitika
- Hokitika
- Hokitika Gorge Walk
- Cathedral Square
- Antarctic Centre
- Antarctic Centre - 1
- Antarctic Centre - 2
- Antarctic Centre - 3
- Antarctic Centre - 4
- Kaikoura Whale Watching
- Kaikoura Whale Watching
- New Zealand