Twin Islands of New Zealand Road Trip

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Amazing Experience

Overview

  • Begin in Auckland, exploring vibrant harbors, city sights, and the iconic Sky Tower.
  • Journey south to Rotorua, discovering geothermal wonders, bubbling mud pools, and Māori traditions.
  • Fly to Queenstown, where alpine scenery and thrilling adventures await beside Lake Wakatipu.
  • Travel north along the West Coast to witness Franz Josef Glacier’s dramatic landscapes and rainforest.
  • Conclude in Christchurch, wandering riverside parks and historic streets in New Zealand’s Garden City.

 

Trip Includes

  • 2 nights premium accommodation in Auckland
  • 2 nights premium accommodation in Rotorua
  • 3 nights premium accommodation in Queenstown
  • 1 night moderate accommodation in Franz Joseph
  • 1 night premium accommodation in Christchurch
  • 10-day intermediate automatic SUV rental with unlimited kilometres and mandatory vehicle insurance

 

Trip Excludes

  • Travel insurance
  • International and domestic airfare & airfare taxes
  • Meals and beverages not explicitly listed as included
  • Gratuities
  • Optional excursions
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Passport & Visa fees, if applicable

 

Summary

Terms and Conditions

Prices are "from" per person based on twin/double share accommodation and for travel in low season. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply. Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability. Rates for single or triple travellers are available on request - please inquire.

 

Welcome to New Zealand's largest city, a place to enjoy marine adventures, wine trails, forest walks and urban sophistication. On arrival, pick up your rental car and make your way to your hotel.

 

Pick Up: Auckland Airport

Drop Off: Rotorua Airport

 

Arrive Auckland

 

Your Accommodation

Rendezvous Heritage Auckland

The Rendezvous Heritage Auckland is an ideal place to stay for both leisure and business travellers. The hotel is positioned overlooking Waitemata Harbour in the heart of Auckland's business district. The hotel is within walking distance of the city's many attractions, including the Sky Tower Casino, the shops of Queen Street and Auckland city's finest cafes and restaurants. It includes two distinctive accommodation wings, The Hotel (reflects delightful ornate touches carefully preserved from the building's past) and The Tower (offers a more contemporary design). They are connected by a walkway enabling guests to access the range of facilities available. Both have their own entrance and reception areas.

Rendezvous Heritage Auckland

A full day to visit attractions that appeal to all ages. Perhaps visit The Sky Tower; or visit Kelly Tarlton's Antarctic Encounter and Underwater World.

 

Auckland at leisure

 

Your Accommodation

Rendezvous Heritage Auckland

The Rendezvous Heritage Auckland is an ideal place to stay for both leisure and business travellers. The hotel is positioned overlooking Waitemata Harbour in the heart of Auckland's business district. The hotel is within walking distance of the city's many attractions, including the Sky Tower Casino, the shops of Queen Street and Auckland city's finest cafes and restaurants. It includes two distinctive accommodation wings, The Hotel (reflects delightful ornate touches carefully preserved from the building's past) and The Tower (offers a more contemporary design). They are connected by a walkway enabling guests to access the range of facilities available. Both have their own entrance and reception areas.

Rendezvous Heritage Auckland

Journey from Auckland to the thermal center of Rotorua, an area to introduce you to Maori culture and heritage.

 

Auckland to Rotorua 293 kms (183 miles)

 

Your Accommodation

Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre

Your home of adventure is located adjacent to the Whakarewarewa Forest offering world-class mountain biking trails. With a beautiful garden setting, the affordable Distinction Rotorua Hotel is the perfect place to relax and unwind after enjoying the wealth of attractions and activities that Rotorua has to offer. Located minutes from the city center and offering guests mountain bike facilities including a wash down facility as well as a purpose-built, individual locker bike storage unit, FREE unlimited WiFi & complimentary guest car parking make the hotel a superb base for exploring the Rotorua area.

Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre

At leisure to explore the natural and man made attractions of Rotorua. Perhaps take a Morning tour to include Rainbow Springs, Rainbow Farm, Te Whakarewarewa thermal reserve and the Te puia Arts and craft Institute. In the evening, don't miss a traditional Maori concert and hangi.

 

Rotorua

 

Your Accommodation

Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre

Your home of adventure is located adjacent to the Whakarewarewa Forest offering world-class mountain biking trails. With a beautiful garden setting, the affordable Distinction Rotorua Hotel is the perfect place to relax and unwind after enjoying the wealth of attractions and activities that Rotorua has to offer. Located minutes from the city center and offering guests mountain bike facilities including a wash down facility as well as a purpose-built, individual locker bike storage unit, FREE unlimited WiFi & complimentary guest car parking make the hotel a superb base for exploring the Rotorua area.

Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre

Drive to the airport and drop off your rental car in time for your flight to Queenstown, the activity center of New Zealand. Pick up your rental car on the South Island for the rest of your stay.

 

Pick Up: Queenstown Airport

Drop Off: Christchurch Airport

 

Rotorua to Queenstown

 

Your Accommodation

Rendezvous Heritage Queenstown

The Heritage Queenstown offers enchanting views of Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkable Mountain Range. A short distance from the town centre, this unique European style lodge is surrounded by native forest in the heart of New Zealand's alpine wonderland. Crafted from centuries old schist and cedar, The Heritage Queenstown is the perfect place to relax in comfortable yet sophisticated surroundings. The Heritage offers a choice of 178 luxury rooms, including traditional deluxe hotel accommodation and spacious 1 or 2 bedroom Suites. Each room is thoughtfully decorated, featuring individual touches which reflect unique high country origins.

Rendezvous Heritage Queenstown

You have two days at leisure to explore the adventure capital of New Zealand! Optional tours include a Milford Sound Day Excursion, where you take a cruise past mile-high Mitre Peak, through glacially carved fiords and out into the open sea.

 

Queenstown

 

Your Accommodation

Rendezvous Heritage Queenstown

The Heritage Queenstown offers enchanting views of Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkable Mountain Range. A short distance from the town centre, this unique European style lodge is surrounded by native forest in the heart of New Zealand's alpine wonderland. Crafted from centuries old schist and cedar, The Heritage Queenstown is the perfect place to relax in comfortable yet sophisticated surroundings. The Heritage offers a choice of 178 luxury rooms, including traditional deluxe hotel accommodation and spacious 1 or 2 bedroom Suites. Each room is thoughtfully decorated, featuring individual touches which reflect unique high country origins.

Rendezvous Heritage Queenstown

You have another day at leisure to explore Queenstown.

 

Queenstown

 

Your Accommodation

Rendezvous Heritage Queenstown

The Heritage Queenstown offers enchanting views of Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkable Mountain Range. A short distance from the town centre, this unique European style lodge is surrounded by native forest in the heart of New Zealand's alpine wonderland. Crafted from centuries old schist and cedar, The Heritage Queenstown is the perfect place to relax in comfortable yet sophisticated surroundings. The Heritage offers a choice of 178 luxury rooms, including traditional deluxe hotel accommodation and spacious 1 or 2 bedroom Suites. Each room is thoughtfully decorated, featuring individual touches which reflect unique high country origins.

Rendezvous Heritage Queenstown

Drive up to the rugged West Coast, home to a spectacular glacial region and temperate rainforest.

 

Queenstown to Glaciers Approx 404 kms (251 miles)

 

Your Accommodation

Westwood Lodge Bed and Breakfast

Westwood Lodge Bed and Breakfast is nestled in the heart of New Zealand’s spectacular Glacier Country. It is seconds away from the majestic Southern Alps and the World Heritage Westland National Park. Our luxurious West Coast Bed and Breakfast Lodge is the ideal place to relax, unwind and explore Franz Josef Glacier.

Westwood Lodge Bed and Breakfast

This morning perhaps take an optional tour to the face of the glacier before continuing your journey to Christchurch, home to Victoria Park and the famous Avon River, and renowned as the "most English city outside of England".

 

Glaciers to Christchurch Approx 378 kms (236 miles)

 

Your Accommodation

Crowne Plaza Christchurch

The hotel is 2 minutes' walk from New Regent Street, 6 minutes' walk from Christchurch Casino and 5 minutes' drive from the centre of Christchurch CBD (Central Business District). Christchurch Airport is 18 minutes' drive away.

Crowne Plaza Christchurch

Drop off your rental vehicle and depart Christchurch.

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