Overview

The Ultimate New Zealand Dream Road Trip!

Auckland → Rotorua → Hobbiton Magic → Wild West Coast → Glaciers → Wanaka Peaks → Queenstown Thrills → Milford Sound → Lake Tekapo Stars → Christchurch Goodbye

Pack your bags and charge your cameras — because this is New Zealand like never before! 🌍🔥

From sipping pints in Hobbiton like a true Middle-earth hero 🍻 to floating under glow-worms that look like a galaxy underground 🌌…
From glacier landings in the Southern Alps ❄️🚁 to sunrise hikes that'll make your jaw drop 🎒🌄…
From jet-boating adrenaline explosions 💦⚡ to peaceful lake days and cuddly ALPACAS 🦙💛…

This road trip is an epic fusion of adventure, nature, culture, and pure “WOW!” moments. Every day brings a new postcard scene — turquoise gorges, golden sunsets, mirror lakes, snow-capped mountains, hot pools, starry skies, and the friendliest locals on Earth.

It’s a trip full of magic, mountains, Māori culture, movies, melt-in-your-mouth food, and memories that last forever.

Welcome to New Zealand — where every turn feels like a movie scene, and every moment feels like you're living a dream. 🌈✨

Buckle up, adventurers — this is the road trip of a lifetime! 🚙💨🌏

13 Nights 14 Days 03 Apr and 18 Apr
Itinerary

📍 Day 1 — 03 April: Arrival in Auckland

Welcome to the City of Sails! 🛬🌊

·       Land in Auckland, New Zealand’s vibrant metropolis

·       Check in and unwind at your hotel.

·       Stroll along Viaduct Harbor for waterfront dining and city views

·       Ascend the Sky Tower for sweeping panoramas (Explore on your Own)

·       Optional: Relax at Mission Bay Beach or shop on lively Queen Street (Explore on your Own)


🧙‍♂️ Day 2 — 04 April: Hobbiton & Rotorua

Step into Middle earth! 🍃✨

·       Depart early for a magical guided tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set — explore hobbit holes and the Green Dragon Inn

·       Continue to Rotorua, famed for bubbling geothermal wonders and Māori heritage

·       Soak in mineral hot pools overlooking serene Lake Rotorua


🌌 Day 3 — 05 April: Waitomo, Redwoods & Wai-O-Tapu

Caves, forests & rainbow geothermal pools 😍

·       Morning tour of Waitomo Glowworm Caves — marvel at glittering underground constellations

·       Wander the majestic Whakarewarewa Redwood Forest or experience the Redwood Nightlights canopy walk

·       Venture to Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland — Champagne Pool & Lady Knox Geyser

·       Overnight stay in Rotorua


✈️ Day 4 — 06 April: Auckland → Christchurch → Hokitika

Time to enter South Island paradise 💚

·       Fly from Auckland to Christchurch, gateway to the South Island (Flights will be informed to you once you book the Trip)

·       Transfer to the wild West Coast town of Hokitika

·       Check in & relax.


🌊 Day 5 — 07 April: Hokitika Gorge & Sunset Beach

Turquoise dreams & golden skies ✨

·       Explore turquoise Hokitika Gorge — suspension bridge views

·       Evening on Hokitika Beach — driftwood sculptures & stunning sunset


❄️🚁 Day 6 — 08 April: Franz Josef Glacier Adventure

Bucket-list day!

·       Drive to breathtaking Franz Josef & settle in.

·       Scenic helicopter ride with glacier landing (Explore on your Own – Morning Slots Only)

·       Optional: Guided glaciers walk or Glacier Hot Pools soak


🏔 Day 7 — 09 April: West Coast → Wanaka

Road-trip through alpine wonderland 🛣️🌿

·       Scenic Haast Pass drive with stops at Blue Pools & Thunder Creek Falls

·       Arrive in Wanaka — lakeside stroll & dinner at local restaurant


🌄 Day 8 — 10 April: Roy’s Peak & Lake Wanaka

One of NZ’s most iconic hikes! 🥾🌅

·       Sunrise hikes up Roy’s Peak — jaw-dropping alpine views

·       Afternoon kayaking on crystal-clear Lake Wanaka


Day 9 — 11 April: Queenstown Thrills

Welcome to adventure HQ 🎢✨

·       Drive to Queenstown

·       Shōt-over Jet ride — epic canyon thrills

·       Explore Queenstown’s lively Centre — shops, cafés & lakeside vibes


Day 10 — 12 April: Milford Sound Cruise

A natural wonder of the world 🌧🪨

·       Early departure for Milford Sound cruise — waterfalls, Mitre Peak & wildlife

·       Return via scenic route with Mirror Lakes & Chasm Walk stops


🚡 Day 11 — 13 April: Skyline Gondola & Lake Tekapo

Skyline views & turquoise lakes 💙

·       Skydiving in Queenstown – The Adventure Capital (Explore on your Own – Morning Slots Only)

·       Skyline Gondola ride to Bob’s Peak — panoramic Queenstown views

·       Drive to Lake Tekapo with Lindis Pass & Church of the Good Shepherd stops


🦙 Day 12 — 14 April: Hot Pools & Alpacas

Relax, soak, stargaze 💫

·       Relax in Tekapo Springs hot pools

·       Visit alpaca farm — cutest experience ever 🦙✨

·       Evening picnic or stargazing in Dark Sky Reserve


🏙 Day 13 — 15 April: Return to Christchurch

City charm + farewell night 🤍

·       Drive through the Canterbury plains to Christchurch

·       Explore Canterbury Museum & Cardboard Cathedral

·       Farewell dinner


✈️ Day 14 — 16 April: Departure

·       Transfer to Christchurch Airport for flight to India — memories for a lifetime 🇳🇿❤️

Inclusions/Exclusions
What we'll give. What we won't

What is included in the tour

  • What’s Included in Your Epic New Zealand Adventure

    🚙 Transport & Vehicle

  • Premium SUV – Toyota Highlander 4x4 (or similar) – automatic
    Subject to availability on your booking dates

 

  • 🌟 Activities & Signature Experiences

  • Premium Vehicles
  • Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
  • Waitomo Caves (Glowworms)
  • Te Puia – Geothermal Wonders & Māori Culture
  • Whakarewarewa Redwood Forest
  • Kayaking session on Lake Wanaka
  • Shot Over Jet Ride
  • Milford Sound Tour – Fjord Cruise Experience
  • Skyline Gondola
  • Tekapo Springs
  • Lake Tekapo & Alpaca Farm Visit

 

  • 🧳 Travel Inclusions – What You Get

    🏨 Stays & Meals

    ·       Handpicked premium hotels on twin-sharing/Double basis

    ·       Daily breakfast at all hotels

    🚐 Transfers & Transport

    ·       Airport to hotel drop on Day 1

    ·       Private car with fuel throughout the trip

    ·       Full vehicle insurance coverage

    ·       Mandatory tolls included

    ·       Parking fees at all tourist attractions

    👥 Travel Support & Assistance

    ·       Dedicated Trip Leader from our team

    ·       End-to-end tour assistance as per the itinerary

    ·       Help with flight bookings

    ·       Support for visa processing

What is NOT included in the tour

 

·       International & Domestic Airfare

·       Visa Fees

·       GST 5% & TCS

·       Lunches & Dinners

·       Skydiving Experience

·       Helicopter Ride