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New Zealand Grand - 14 Day Self Drive Tour

14 days
From Auckland to Christchurch
5.0
4 traveler reviews
New Zealand Grand - 14 Day Self Drive Tour - Discover New Zealand
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Highlights

  • Drive at your own pace in your own rental car
  • Gaze at the awe-inspiring South Island Glaciers
  • Experience Queenstown, Dunedin and the best of Otago
  • Spend time in the extraordinary Fiordland National Park

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Auckland, transfer to your accommodation and rest of day at leisure
  2. Day 2 Collect your rental car then head south to the beautiful Coromandel Peninsula
  3. Day 3 Travel to the Maori cultural capital of Rotorua
  4. Day 4 Rotorua to Taupo to Napier
  5. Day 5 Napier to Wellington
  6. Day 6 Take the ferry to Picton then to Nelson via Queen Charlotte Drive
  7. Day 7 Head down the coast to Hokitika
  8. Day 8 Hokitika to Franz Josef, Glacier Country
  9. Day 9 Franz Josef to Wanaka and onto Queenstown
  10. Day 10 A full day to explore Queenstown
  11. Day 11 Explore the iconic Milford Sound from the water and the air
  12. Day 12 Cross the Otago Scenery to Dunedin, Edinburgh of the South
  13. Day 13 Follow the coast north and onto Christchurch City
  14. Day 14 Your last day, explore the city before your onward journey
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Additional Services

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Guide
  • Insurance
  • Meals
  • Optional
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
4.5
(19 reviews)

Number of tours

24

Age Range

21 to 99 years old

Response time

11 hours

Response rate

100%

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Customer Reviews

  • New Zealand Grand - 14 Day Self Drive Tour reviewer 1
    · January 10th, 2024
    Jaw dropping scenery, amazing food, friendly people. This is hands down, the best family vacation we have ever had!
    Discover New Zealand commented on this review
    Hello Jalal, Thank you very much for your lovely feedback and we are thrilled to know that you had such a great family vacation. It is my pleasure to help and made sure everything went smoothly during your trip. Enjoy the rest of your travels and... Show more
    Trip date: December 2023
  • AS
    · March 15th, 2023
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    The travel plans would be destroyed at the last minute by the cyclone. Our caregiver carefully and quickly found alternatives, and obtained quotes for sightseeing. She stood by our side, did things for us that we could not do. We had no worries, could fully concentrate on NZ.
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    Discover New Zealand commented on this review
    Thank you for your kind words, Andreas. We are so glad that despite Cyclone Gabrielle, our Travel Consultant could make alternative arrangements to ensure you could enjoy your Self Drive Tour around New Zealand. Thanks again for choosing us for your... Show more
    Trip date: February 2023
  • LM
    · November 8th, 2022
    The staff were so helpful - nothing was a problem. They organised extra small tours and booked spas etc.
    Discover New Zealand commented on this review
    Thank you for your review Louise. Its great to hear that you had such a pleasant experience. Our team really love to go the extra mile, and we are glad this has been reflected in your tour with us.
    Trip date: October 2022
  • TH
    · October 31st, 2022
    This was an amazing introduction to New Zealand! The travel itinerary, activities, and accommodations were all excellent. I had to reschedule my tour due to a work conflict and the local booking agency was made it as simple as could be. Absolutely recommended!
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    Discover New Zealand commented on this review
    Thank you for your kind review Troy. We are very happy to have been able to help you curate your introduction to New Zealand at the right time for you. We hope you'll think of us for your next New Zealand Adventure!
    Trip date: October 2022

Dates & Availability

14 days
New Zealand Grand - 14 Day Self Drive Tour
From Auckland to Christchurch

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What our customers ask about this tour

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    • How do I book additional activities during the tour?

      You can book activities directly through your travel app or via the operator.

    • Can I use insurance while traveling?

      We recommend acquiring travel insurance for additional coverage during the tour.

    • Is pickup from the airport included?

      Yes, we provide airport pickup as part of your tour service.

    • Can I include an additional person in my tour group?

      Yes, we can accommodate one more person, but it may incur extra charges.

    • What travel support is available during the tour?

      We provide assistance via a travel app for any on-tour issues you may encounter.

    • What are the options for accommodations if I want to upgrade?

      There are options to upgrade to higher-category accommodations based on availability.

    • What happens if I need to stay longer at a location?

      You can extend your stay at any location, just let us know.

    • Are there any specific requirements for group sizes?

      We can adjust tour components based on your group size and preferences.

    • What details should I provide for linking bookings?

      You can connect bookings by sending booking numbers and traveler details by email.

    • Will transportation be provided from the airport to the hotel?

      Yes, transportation will be arranged from the airport to your accommodation.

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