Best of New Zealand Fly-Drive

Fly from London Heathrow to Auckland International Airport. On arrival, enjoy your private transfer to Auckland City Hotel and check in to your Standard Room. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.

After breakfast, collect your hire car and spend the day exploring Auckland at your own pace. Visit the waterfront, Sky Tower, local museums, or nearby beaches before returning to your hotel.

Drive from Auckland to Rotorua and check in to VR Rotorua Lake Resort for two nights in a Lake View Room. Enjoy the rest of the day relaxing by the lake or exploring the local area.

Spend the day at leisure in Rotorua. In the evening, enjoy the Mitai Māori Village Cultural Experience, including a traditional haka performance, Hangi buffet, guided bush walk, and glow-worm viewing.

Drive from Rotorua to Taupō and check in to Wairakei Resort Taupō for one night. Enjoy the scenic drive and the tranquil lake setting upon arrival.

Today, enjoy your classical sailing cruise on Lake Taupō to view the Māori Rock Carvings. Sail aboard the yacht Fearless, with commentary, refreshments, and optional swimming stops (weather dependent). Overnight at Wairakei Resort.

Drive to Wellington and take the inter-island ferry from Picton (as part of your Cook Strait crossing). Continue to Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay for two nights in a Superior Room.

Enjoy a full day in Wellington. Explore the waterfront, Te Papa Museum, Cable Car, or local cafés and shops at your own pace.

Drive from Wellington to Picton, board the ferry to Picton, and continue to Blenheim. Check in to St Leonards Vineyard Cottages for two nights in a Superior Studio with vineyard views.

Enjoy a guided wine tasting tour through Marlborough’s renowned vineyards. Sample four different local wines at three or four cellar doors, with an optional visit to the Chocolate Factory.

Drive from Blenheim to Christchurch and check in to Chateau on the Park for two nights in a Standard Room. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Spend the day exploring Christchurch. Visit the Botanic Gardens, Canterbury Museum, Riverside Market, or take a short trip to the nearby hills or coastline.

Drive from Christchurch to Lake Tekapo and check in to Peppers Bluewater Resort for two nights in a Standard Room. Enjoy the stunning alpine scenery and clear night skies.

Today, enjoy your small-group day tour to Aoraki/Mt Cook. Travel in comfort with commentary, lunch, and snacks included, and learn about the mountain’s cultural and natural significance.

Drive from Lake Tekapo to Queenstown and check in to Mercure Queenstown Resort for three nights in a Garden Room. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Enjoy a full-day small-group tour to Milford Sound, including a boutique cruise, picnic lunch, and commentary. Travel through Fiordland National Park, Lake Te Anau, Eglinton Valley, Mirror Lakes, Hollyford River, and Homer Tunnel.

After breakfast and check-out, enjoy your private transfer to Queenstown Airport for your return flight to the UK.