24 day Greatest Of All Tours Small Group Tour
Mount Victoria, Wellington, Wellington
From the secluded beaches and volcanic craters of the north to the glaciers, mountains and fjords in the south, this is our most immersive experience possible.
New Zealand North to South Guided Tour
This 24-day guided tour travels from Auckland to Christchurch, suited for travelers seeking an in-depth exploration of New Zealand’s islands with included lodging and meals.
Highlights
- Explore natural landscapes across New Zealand’s North and South Islands
- Guided travel with lodging and some meals included
- Visit Lake Tekapo, Mount Cook, Rotorua, Waitomo, and more
- Enjoy activities like a ferry ride, wine tasting, and city tours
- Experience mountain hikes to lakes and waterfalls
Itinerary Overview
Day 1: Arrival in Auckland, welcome evening and meet your guide and group.
Day 2: Travel to Coromandel; visit Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach.
Day 3: Head to Waitomo; hike Karangahake Gorge and visit glowworm caves.
Day 4: Rotorua via Ruakuri Reserve; stay overnight in a Māori village; optional Hobbiton tour; explore Rotorua town and lake.
Day 5: Free day in Rotorua with the option to visit Te Pā Tū Māori Village.
Day 6: Travel to Taupo; walk Huka Falls; relax at Spa Park’s natural pools.
Day 7: Leisure day in Taupo with optional activities available via Trip Planner.
Day 8: River Valley trail walk to Taranaki Falls; stay at River Valley Lodge and enjoy an organic roast dinner.
Day 9: Arrive in Wellington, New Zealand’s capital city.
Day 10: Free day in Wellington.
Day 11: Ferry across Cook Strait; wine tasting in Marlborough; visit Kaikoura seal colony.
Day 12: Explore Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway and Christchurch street art trail.
Day 13: Travel to Lake Tekapo; stargazing at the Dark Sky Project and visit Church of the Good Shepherd.
Day 14: Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park visit; Hooker Valley track hike.
Day 15: Journey to Queenstown; buffet dinner with panoramic views at Skyline Stratosphere Restaurant.
Day 16: Free day to explore Queenstown at your own pace.
Day 17: Milford Sound two-hour boat cruise.
Day 18: Travel to Lake Hawea via Wanaka; Roys Peak (weather dependent) and Wanaka tree visit.
Day 19: Visit Thunder Creek Falls; view Lake Matheson mirror reflections of Mount Cook.
Day 20: Franz Josef glacier walk and greenstone carving workshop.
Day 21: Walk the Punakaiki Pancake Rocks trail.
Day 22: Travel to Hanmer Springs; explore sculpture walk.
Day 23: Relax in Hanmer Springs thermal pools.
Day 24: Return to Christchurch for final day.
Includes
- Tour guide and transportation throughout
- 23 nights dorm share accommodation
- One overnight Māori village experience
- Breakfast daily and two dinners (dietary meals on request)
- Ruakuri Glowworm Caves tour in Waitomo
- Kiwi Hatchery tour
- Hells Gate geothermal reserve in Rotorua
- Te Pā Tū Māori Village cultural experience
- Cook Strait ferry crossing
- Tawanui Farm visit
- Marlborough wine and gin tasting
- Milford Sound day trip and cruise
- Greenstone carving workshop
- Iron Ridge Quarry
- Hanmer Springs thermal pools
- Tekapo Hot Springs
- Various scenic hikes along the route
Excludes
- Extra food and drinks
- Travel insurance
Important Information
- The tour starts in Auckland and finishes in Christchurch.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation up to 30 days in advance allows a full refund.
For best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes, layered clothing, and a camera. Booking early ensures accommodation availability, especially in peak seasons.
