Long-stay holidays

New Zealand Grand Tour

Both islands in eight nights, self-drive or chauffeured: Auckland and Rotorua in the north, then four nights around Queenstown in the south.

Trip at a glance

Duration9 days / 8 nights
Starts inAuckland
RouteAuckland · Rotorua · Queenstown
Places3 destinations
CountryNew Zealand
Ideal forRoad trips
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-1LLJAE

Best time to visit: December to March

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Milford Sound – Queenstown

Trip overview

Both islands in eight nights, self-drive or chauffeured: Auckland and Rotorua in the north, then four nights around Queenstown in the south.

The route spends 2 nights in Auckland, 2 nights in Rotorua and 4 nights in Queenstown, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits road trips, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Sky TowerWaiheke IslandMount EdenTe PuiaWai-O-TapuPolynesian SpaMilford SoundSkyline GondolaKawarau Bridge Bungy

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Auckland

Arrive via Auckland Airport (AKL) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Sky Tower: Observation deck

Day 2Auckland: Waiheke Island and Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Waiheke Island: Ferry to vineyards
Waitomo Glowworm Caves: Boat through glowworms

Day 3Auckland to Rotorua

Travel from Auckland to Rotorua by private vehicle, with stops on the way
Check in at your Rotorua hotel
Redwoods Treewalk: Forest walk

Day 4Rotorua: Te Puia and Wai-O-Tapu

Te Puia: Geysers and Māori arts
Wai-O-Tapu: Champagne Pool

Day 5Rotorua to Queenstown

Fly from Rotorua to Queenstown (flight timings confirmed in your quote)
Check in at your Queenstown hotel
Arrowtown: Gold-rush village

Day 6Queenstown: Milford Sound and Kawarau Bridge Bungy

Milford Sound: Fjord cruise
Kawarau Bridge Bungy: Original bungee site

Day 7Queenstown: Shotover Jet and Glenorchy

Shotover Jet: Jet boat ride
Glenorchy: Scenic drive

Day 8Queenstown: Bungee and Jet boating

Bungee
Jet boating

Day 9Depart from Queenstown

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Queenstown Airport (ZQN) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Rest days built in every few days
Laundry stops planned
Travel insurance covering the full trip recommended
Daily driving kept to comfortable distances with scenic stops
An experienced local driver who knows the roads

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Auckland: Combine Hobbiton and Waitomo on the way to Rotorua.
Rotorua: Book a hāngī dinner with a cultural performance.
Queenstown: Fly to Milford Sound to save a long drive.

At a glance

Duration: 9 days / 8 nights
Route: Auckland, Rotorua, Queenstown
Ideal for: Road trips
Best time: December to March; December to March; June to August for skiing
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-1LLJAE

Plan this trip

Request a customised quote

Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 8 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Airport transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary (private or shared, stated in your quote)
Entry tickets for the sightseeing listed in your quote
Visa documentation guidance before you travel
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

International flights unless added to your quote
Visa fees and travel insurance
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Optional activities and personal expenses
City or tourism taxes payable at hotels where applicable
GST and TCS as applicable under Indian tax rules

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Auckland: December to March. Rotorua: December to March. Queenstown: December to March; June to August for skiing.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Auckland (Auckland Airport (AKL)). We can add return flights from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.

What documents do I need?

A passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date is commonly required. Visa and entry rules for Indian citizens vary by country and change, so we confirm the current requirements from official sources when you book.