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- Operator
- Discover New Zealand
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Self-guided
- Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
- Guided in English
- Group Size 1 - 4
- Age range 2 to 99
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Drive at your own pace in your own rental car
- Immerse yourself in the cultural town of Rotorua
- Spend the night at the base of Mount Cook
- Let loose in the adventure capital of Queenstown
- Journey past towering mountains on the TranzAlpine
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Welcome to Auckland the 'City of Sails'
- Day 2 Drive south through Waikato farmland and maybe stop at Hobbiton Village on your way to Rotorua
- Day 3 Your day in Rotorua could be spent discovering Maori culture or thrilling adventure rides
- Day 4 Today is filled with fantastic scenery including Lake Taupo, the Desert Road and the Kapiti Coastline as you approach Wellington
- Day 5 Today you'll cross the Cook Strait on the Interislander Ferry. Approaching Picton you'll cruise through the spectacular Marlborough Sounds
- Day 6 Drive on the Pacific Coast Highway to Christchurch today
- Day 7 Today you'll enjoy a scenic drive through Canterbury and the MacKenzie Country
- Day 8 Follow the dry lands to Lindis Pass which leads into Central Otago, then through the Kawerau Gorge to Queenstown
- Day 9 The day is yours to discover all the scenic spots and fun activities on offer in Queenstown
- Day 10 Take the Crown Range Road to Wanaka before travelling the spectacular Haast Pass to the West Coast
- Day 11 Drive north along the stunning West Coast Road and take the TranzAlpine train to Christchurch
- Day 12 Depart Christchurch today
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Guide
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
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Operated by
Discover New Zealand
Number of tours
24
Age Range
21 to 99 years old
Response time
8 hours
Response rate
100%
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Read moreCustomer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- CSCynthia· February 27th, 202410/10 Excellently curated, smooth checkins,...Show more
Discover New Zealand commented on this reviewHello Cynthia, What a lovely photos you have there, New Zealand is one of the most visited countries and has a lot to offer. We are thrilled to know that you had such a wonderful and seamless experience. Your kind words are much appreciated.... Show moreTrip date: February 2024 - MTManfred· December 5th, 2023Automatic translation available in English. View in EnglishThe tour was very well organized. There were no problems checking in. With the rental car you have the time you need and are independent. Ideal for me.Show moreDiscover New Zealand commented on this reviewHello Manfred, We are delighted to hear about your experience and thank you very much for the awesome feedback. Safe travels! Marissa From Discover New ZealandTrip date: November 2023
- JJulie· November 26th, 2023This tour is a must. I planned to visit New...Show moreDiscover New Zealand commented on this reviewHello Julie, We are thrilled to know that you had a great time and everything went well with your tour. Thank you very much and enjoy the rest of your travels. Marissa From Thrifty ToursTrip date: November 2023
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- From Sunday22 Jun, 2025To Thursday3 Jul, 2025EnglishMultiple Room TypesFrom:NZ $4,130
- From Monday23 Jun, 2025To Friday4 Jul, 2025EnglishMultiple Room TypesFrom:NZ $4,130
- From Tuesday24 Jun, 2025To Saturday5 Jul, 2025EnglishMultiple Room TypesFrom:NZ $4,130
- From Wednesday25 Jun, 2025To Sunday6 Jul, 2025EnglishMultiple Room TypesFrom:NZ $4,130
- From Thursday26 Jun, 2025To Monday7 Jul, 2025EnglishMultiple Room TypesFrom:NZ $4,130
- From Friday27 Jun, 2025To Tuesday8 Jul, 2025EnglishMultiple Room TypesFrom:NZ $4,130
- From Saturday28 Jun, 2025To Wednesday9 Jul, 2025EnglishMultiple Room TypesFrom:NZ $4,130
- From Sunday29 Jun, 2025To Thursday10 Jul, 2025EnglishMultiple Room TypesFrom:NZ $4,130
- From Monday30 Jun, 2025To Friday11 Jul, 2025EnglishMultiple Room TypesFrom:NZ $4,130
- From Tuesday1 Jul, 2025To Saturday12 Jul, 2025EnglishMultiple Room TypesFrom:NZ $4,130
What our customers ask about this tour
The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.- V
Verena
Asked on March 6th, 2025What about transportation between locations?
Discover New ZealandOperator•Written March 2025The tour includes rental cars for transport between different destinations.
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Sterre
Asked on December 30th, 2024What should I do if my flight schedule changes?
- Discover New ZealandOperator•Written December 2024
Just inform us of any changes, and we will adjust your airport transfers as needed.
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Carmen
Asked on December 23rd, 2024Are there discounts for children?
- Discover New ZealandOperator•Written December 2024
Children may travel for free in some instances, depending on the specific activities.
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Tracey
Asked on December 9th, 2024What is included in the trip price. Accommodations, rental car?
- Discover New ZealandOperator•Written December 2024
We have tailored this tour to give you everything that you could possibly need during your visit. All activities, accommodation and transfers including airport transport are pre organised prior to the tour starting to enable a completely stress free experience.
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Brett
Asked on December 6th, 2024I was wondering how the holidays will affect the itinerary.
- Discover New ZealandOperator•Written December 2024
The challenges of the holidays are the same everywhere, and I believe Madi's suggestions are the best option for you.
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Cindy
Asked on November 18th, 2024What if I arrive early before hotel check-in?
- Discover New ZealandOperator•Written November 2024
You can store your luggage at the hotel and explore while waiting to check in, as rooms are available starting from 2 PM.
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Arvid
Asked on November 7th, 2024Is travel insurance included in the package?
- Discover New ZealandOperator•Written November 2024
Travel insurance is not included but is strongly recommended to cover any unexpected events.
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Franziska
Asked on August 4th, 2024What are the prices for solo travelers?
- Discover New ZealandOperator•Written August 2024
The supplement for a solo traveler is a specific fee based on the chosen package.
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Daniela
Asked on August 1st, 2024How do I arrange airport transfers?
- Discover New ZealandOperator•Written August 2024
You can provide your flight details which will allow us to arrange your airport transfers accordingly.
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Eleonora
Asked on May 27th, 2024How do I access my itinerary?
- Discover New ZealandOperator•Written May 2024
You can review your itinerary through our travel app which you'll need to download.
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