Itinerary
- Days 1 - 5
Cable Bay
Free day at Cable Bay to relax in this tranquil coastal setting. Take a peaceful walk along the shore or simply enjoy the serenity. If you want adventure, Cable Bay Adventure Park has quad biking, mountain biking, and the world's longest flying fox nearby.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Coastal walks
- Cable Bay Adventure Park quad biking
- Cable Bay Adventure Park mountain biking
- Cable Bay Adventure Park flying fox
- Optional day trip to French Pass
Landmarks French Pass D'Urville Island 
- Days 6 - 10
Marahau
Another free day in Abel Tasman. Continue exploring the park's golden beaches, walking tracks, and water adventures. You might try different routes along the coast or simply unwind on one of the many bays this natural paradise offers.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Abel Tasman Coast Track walking
- Water taxi services
- Kayaking
- Scenic cruises
- Flightseeing
- Skydiving
- Beach activities
Landmarks Abel Tasman National Park - Days 11 - 13
Mokihinui
Free day at Gentle Annie's campsite, nestled in Nikau-fringed native bush at the mouth of the Mokihinui River. Or join an optional day trip into Kahurangi National Park to explore the Oparara Basin with ancient limestone caves, arches, and formations carved over a million years.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Optional day trip to Oparara Basin with rainforest walk
- Oparara Arch (43m high, 79m wide, 219m long) viewing
- Moria Gate Arch exploration via forest floor entrance
- Mirror Lake tarn walk
- Karamea stop
Landmarks Oparara Basin Oparara Arch Moria Gate Arch Kahurangi National Park - Days 14 - 16
Punakaiki to Moana
Journey down the rugged coastline south of Punakaiki to the Grey River, then follow a tranquil inland route through lush rainforest and rolling farmland toward Brunner. Arrive at Moana, nestled on the shores of pristine Lake Brunner with stunning alpine reflections and calm waters for a peaceful lakeside setting.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Lake Brunner - Days 17 - 20
Mount Cook (Glentanner)
Free day in Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park, a dramatic alpine wilderness of ice, rock, and towering peaks. Explore well-maintained walking tracks to glaciers, rivers, and alpine lakes, including the renowned Hooker Valley track. Try scenic flights, cruise among icebergs on Tasman Glacier Lake, or visit the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tracks to glaciers and alpine lakes
- Hooker Valley track hiking
- Scenic flights over the Southern Alps
- Tasman Glacier Lake cruise with icebergs
- Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre visit
- The Hermitage visit
Landmarks Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Hooker Valley Track Tasman Glacier Lake Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre The Hermitage 
- Days 21 - 24
Queenstown
Third free day in Queenstown. Final chance to experience the adventure capital's activities, scenery, and culture before departure. Use this day however suits you best, revisiting favourite spots or trying something new.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Commercial bungy jump
- Jet boating
- White water rafting
- Riverboarding
- Skydiving
- Ziplining
- 4WD adventures
- Shark boat ride
- Skyline Gondola
- Paragliding
- TSS Earnslaw cruise
- Botanic gardens
- Wine tours
- Glenorchy visit
- Biking
- Fishing
- Deer Park Heights
Landmarks Queenstown 
- Days 25 - 27
Te Anau
Second free day in Te Anau. Continue exploring Fiordland's natural wonders through various tour options, or take things slower and enjoy quieter moments in this peaceful lakeside town.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Milford Sound cruise
- Doubtful Sound cruise
- Lake Manapouri scenic boat ride
- Helicopter flights
- 4x4 adventures
- Guided hikes
- Kayaking
- Scenic seaplane tours
- Combined tours
Landmarks Fiordland National Park - Days 28 - 31
Kaka Point
Free day to relax and soak up the laid-back charm of this peaceful seaside village at the northern edge of the Catlins. Stroll the sweeping golden-sand beach, go for a swim if weather allows, or enjoy waves and fresh ocean air. Visit the local cafe for coffee or lunch with a view. Spot coastal birds along the shoreline.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Beach walks
- Swimming
- Local cafe visits
- Coastal bird watching
- Walking tracks
- Viewpoint visits
- Sunrise/sunset viewing
- Pounawea visit
- Jack's Blowhole visit
Landmarks Kaka Point Pounawea Jack's Blowhole - Days 32 - 34
Oamaru
Explore Oamaru's unique charm where Victorian elegance meets quirky creativity. Stroll the beautifully preserved Victorian Precinct with cobbled streets and limestone buildings housing artisan bakeries, boutique galleries, and steampunk curiosities. Visit Steampunk HQ or the North Otago Museum. Walk or cycle the scenic Alps 2 Ocean trail. In the evening, watch blue penguins return from the sea.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Victorian Precinct stroll
- Steampunk HQ visit
- North Otago Museum visit
- Alps 2 Ocean trail walk or cycling
- Oamaru Public Gardens visit
- Blue penguin colony evening visit
- Headland trail walk for wildlife
Landmarks Victorian Precinct Steampunk HQ North Otago Museum Alps 2 Ocean trail Oamaru Public Gardens Blue penguin colony - Days 35 - 38
Wanaka
Free day in Wānaka, perched on stunning alpine lake shores backed by the Southern Alps. Climb Mount Iron for panoramic views or tackle Roy's Peak Track, one of New Zealand's most iconic day hikes with 360 degree summit views. For low-key: kayak, paddleboard, or boat tour on the lake. Visit the charming cinema, boutique shops, ice creameries, and definitely visit #ThatWanakaTree, the famous willow.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Mount Iron hike
- Roy's Peak Track hike
- Lake kayaking
- Paddleboarding
- Boat tours
- Scenic bike rides
- Lakeside trail walks
- Boutique cinema visit
- Local shops and galleries
- Ice cream shops
- Food truck courtyard
- #ThatWanakaTree visit
Landmarks Lake Wānaka Mount Iron Roy's Peak Mt Aspiring National Park #ThatWanakaTree - Days 39 - 43
Hokitika
Head inland on a short road trip to the stunning Hokitika Gorge where alpine waters shimmer an unbelievable blue-green hue carving through dramatic rock walls. Gentle track leads across curved boardwalks and swing bridges through native beech and rimu forest. Viewing platforms offer picture-perfect angles while the 90-metre suspension bridge provides breathtaking vantage points. Afternoon free in Hokitika to relax and explore.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hokitika Gorge visit
Landmarks Hokitika Gorge - Days 44 - 47
Kaikoura
Free day in Kaikoura, one of the best places in New Zealand to experience marine life up close. Encounter whales, dolphins, seals, and seabirds by boat, scenic flight, or from shore. Join whale watching cruises, swim with dolphins, kayak among fur seals, or try sea fishing and sample famous crayfish. Visit the Kaikoura Museum or explore the waterfront with fresh seafood restaurants.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Whale watching cruises
- Dolphin swimming
- Fur seal kayaking
- Diving
- Sea fishing
- Crayfish sampling
- Kaikoura Museum visit
- Scenic walks around Kaikoura Peninsula
- Fyffe House visit
- Waterfront cafe and restaurant visits
Landmarks Kaikoura Peninsula Kaikoura Museum Fyffe House - Days 48 - 50
Akaroa to Christchurch
Say adieu to Akaroa and climb out of the harbour over Banks Peninsula's ridgelines, bound for Christchurch. Take the less-travelled route via Gebbies Pass, looping around beautiful Lyttelton Harbour with its volcanic hills and sparkling blue waters. Climb over the hills once more before arriving in Christchurch's hill suburbs and the final ZigZag tour destination.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Gebbies Pass Lyttelton Harbour
