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New Zealand Highlights Self-Drive
Check off the best bits of New Zealand over two memorable weeks.


Peek into the glowworm caves and marvel at the geothermic activity on North Island before flying to South Island for mountainous escapades, glacier hikes, scenic drives, and an epic train journey through the magnificent landscape.
Itinerary overview
Days 1-2
Singapore
Break up the journey to New Zealand and start to shift your body clock along with a couple of days in Singapore. Wander through gardens, check out light and music shows after dark and try some serious good street food.
Recommended Hotels
Oasia Hotel Downtown, Singapore
A cool city hangout in an impressive skyscraper where spectacular views meet comfort and convenience.
JEN Singapore Orchardgateway by Shangri-La
On the famous Orchard Road, JEN is a modern hotel with city view rooms, robot service and a rooftop pool.
Shangri-La Singapore
A luxury family-friendly hotel set in horticultural heaven with a great swimming pool and fine dining.
Village Hotel Sentosa
A fantastic family-friendly island resort within easy reach of Sentosa’s theme parks and beaches.
Day 3
Flight to Auckland
Hop on an overnight flight to New Zealand's largest city and the gateway to your Aotearoa adventure.
Days 4-5
Auckland
The Sebel in the Viaduct Harbour area will be a welcome sight after your long flight. You have a full day in Auckland to visit its highlights and ease into your new time zone, whether you want to peruse art galleries or spend time shopping and dining in and around Auckland’s two harbours.
Recommended Hotels
The Hotel Britomart
Step into Hotel Britomart and feel the city exhale as Auckland shows off its coolest, calmest, most connected side.
M Social Auckland
Step into Hotel Britomart and feel the city exhale as Auckland shows off its coolest, calmest, most connected side.
Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre
Going to show simple doesn’t have to be at the expense of chic, the Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre is a solid city hotel in a prime location.
Days 6-7
Rotorua
A two-hour drive brings you to Rotorua. If you’re a movie fan, then plan your route to stop at Hobbiton Village to tour the movie set of Lord of the Rings. When you arrive at Rotorua, the smell of sulphur is an instant indicator of the geothermal activity this area is known for. You have a full day to tour its fizzing geysers, searing hot springs, and bubbling mud pools. It’s also where you can get to know Maori culture and way of life and spend an evening trying hangi cooked in the ground.
Recommended Hotels
Regent of Rotorua
A captivating city hideaway with a superb restaurant and in a great spot near Rotorua lakefront.
Sudima Lake Rotorua
Ease into life beside the lake, with geothermal steam curling in the distance, at a friendly, unpretentious hotel.
Day 8
Christchurch
You’ll return your hire car in Rotarua and fly to South Island. You’ll spend the night in Christchurch, a city undergoing massive urban regeneration following a devastating earthquake in 2011. Visitors can punt along the river or stroll around its renowned botanic gardens.
Recommended Hotels
Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton
A serene hideaway just outside of the city centre
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
Check into a beautifully kept secret inside the Arts Centre, all wrapped in Christchurch’s creative, heritage-filled energy.
Sudima Christchurch City
Walk into Sudima Christchurch City, and you immediately get that down-to-earth feeling where you won’t feel underdressed in your rain mac and trainers combo.
Days 9-10
Dunedin
You’ll collect a hire car today and follow South Island’s eastern coast to Dunedin. It’s a four-and-a-half-hour drive, so you’ll want to plan a few rest stops to admire the sea views. Dunedin is nicknamed the Wildlife Capital of New Zealand, where you can spot northern royal albatross in their natural habitat or visit the world’s smallest penguin – the Little Blue Penguin.
Recommended Hotels
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
An upmarket city bolthole with easy access to everything Dunedin has to offer.
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
The hotel has a relaxed style and a welcoming atmosphere, making it an easy place to settle into after a day of exploring the city’s steep streets and waterfront charm.
Days 11-13
Queenstown
Drive west to Queenstown, ready for a few days of adventure in the mountains. You’re spoilt for choice in this adventurous location, where you can push your limits on an outdoor escapade or take an exhilarating hike. If you want the view to come to you, opt for the Queenstown Gondola for effortless vistas of The Remarkables.
Recommended Hotels
QT Queenstown
Check in at this new hotel for a distinctly designer vibe and views over breathtaking landscapes.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown
Crisp mountain air, a hint of adventure in the atmosphere, and interiors that combine modern comfort with a touch of alpine style.
Hotel St Moritz Queenstown, MGallery Collection
This contemporary alpine chic-style hotel overlooks Lake Wakaitpu and the Remarkables mountains and is just a short stroll from the lakefront.
Day 14-15
Glacier Region
A scenic drive brings you to New Zealand’s Glacier Region, where the Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier slowly creep down the Southern Alps. Spend time hiking over the ice and marvel at the sensationally beautiful views.
Recommended Hotels
Legacy Te Waonui Franz Josef
Walk into Legacy Te Waonui Franz Josef, and you instantly feel wrapped in that West Coast tranquillity.
Day 16-17
Christchurch
Leave the glaciers behind and drive north to Greymouth to return your hire car. A wonderful day aboard the TranzAlpine Express awaits, transporting you from the west coast on a four-and-a-half-hour train journey through the mountains to Christchurch on the east coast. When you arrive in Christchurch, you’ll check into a hotel for your final night in New Zealand.
Recommended Hotels
Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton
A serene hideaway just outside of the city centre
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
Check into a beautifully kept secret inside the Arts Centre, all wrapped in Christchurch’s creative, heritage-filled energy.
Sudima Christchurch City
Walk into Sudima Christchurch City, and you immediately get that down-to-earth feeling where you won’t feel underdressed in your rain mac and trainers combo.
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