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8 day self drive holiday New Zealand North and South Islands (NZ8)

The New Zealand holiday for visitors wanting the get the very most out of their short visit, great scenic diversity from mountains to sea, stunning scenic drives, plus quality time in key city and village locations. Enjoy activities and experiences to really get an appreciation of some of the best of New Zealand.



Itinerary O
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Day 1 - Arrive Auckland and stay overnight

Day 2 - Auckland to Bay of Islands

Day 3 & 4 - Bay of Islands

Day 5 - Bay of Islands to Auckland & fly to Queenstown

Day 6 - Queenstown day trip to Milford Sound

Day 7 & 8 - Queenstown and end trip

Please Note: this itinerary and its inclusions can be customised to suit your particular requirements including your interests, accommodation, route variations, lengths of stay, transportation and activities.


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Day 1 - Arrive Auckland and stay overnight

Located on the waterfront Auckland city enjoys wonderful views across the harbour to the popular seaside village of Devonport. Auckland is a cosmopolitan city that  benefits from its mix of Pacific and European cultures, take time to enjoy these influences and the resulting art and cuisine.

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Day 2 - Auckland to Bay of Islands

Travel via the west coast through the magnificent Waipoua Kauri Forest, wonder at "Tane Mahuta' the 'father of the forest' the largest Giant Kauri. Stop at Hokianga Harbour where the harbor entrance features enormous sand dunes. Then on to finish the day in the stunning Bay of Islands, beautiful with cultural and historic significance

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Day 3 & 4 - Bay of Islands

The Bay of Islands incorporates a beautiful and jagged coastline of around 800kms and encompasses 150 islands. Activity options include sailing, Maori concerts, scenic flights, snorkelling, swimming with dolphins, big game fishing, boat trips around the bay and excellent sea kayaking.

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Platinum - Cape Reinga & Ninety Mile Beach fly/drive trip More >
Day 5 - Bay of Islands to Auckland & fly to Queenstown

Returning to Auckland today via the shorter eastern route. Then flying down to Queenstown to enjoy a stroll around this beautiful lake side town or sit back and relax taking in the magnificent mountain scenery. 

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Day 6 - Queenstown day trip to Milford Sound

Travel by luxury coach from Queenstown taking in views of Lake Wakatipu, the lakeside town of Te Anau and the sights of the Milford Road, stop for short walks, before cruising the wonderful Milford Sound with its soaring peaks and cascading waterfalls. Watch for seals, dolphins and penguins as you make your way to where the fiord meets the sea and back.

Activity included: Milford Sound Day Trip
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Day 7 & 8 - Queenstown and end trip

Journey up the Dart River into the stunning scenery of the Mount Aspiring National Park. Then free time to enjoy some of the many other Queenstown activities. Ride the Gondola for spectacular views over the town and across the lake to the mountains, Bungee jump,  take one of the many hikes including the famous Routeburn Track for a day. Catch a fish, white water rafting, horse treks, winery visits, the possibilities are endless!

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Regions
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Bay of Islands/Northland - Auckland/Waiheke/Great Barrier - Waitomo Caves - Coromandel Peninsula - Rotorua
Taupo/Tongariro - Napier/Hawkes Bay - Wellington - Picton/Blenheim/Marlborough Sounds - Kaikoura
Christchurch/Akaroa/Arthurs Pass - Mount Cook/Tekapo - Nelson/Abel Tasman/Golden Bay - West Coast/Glaciers - Wanaka - Queenstown - Dunedin/Oamaru/Catlins - Te Anau/Fiordland/Milford Sound/Doubtful Sound - Stewart Island

 

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