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An example itinerary allowing you to see the best places in New Zealand without too much driving
2 nights in Hong Kong What to do... - Take a tram up to Victoria Peak to see the stunning panorama of Hong Kong Island
- Enjoy a trip on the century old Star Ferry to Kowloon to view Hong Kong's magnificent skyline
- See the Lantau Island Buddha which is the world's largest outdoor seated bronze Buddha
- Visit the famous markets such as Temple Street, Nathan Road or Ladies Market
- Find excellent restaurants and bars at Lan Kwai Fong
- Stroll through the ornate Wong Tai Sin temple for a taste of traditional life
- See the spectacular and free harbour lights show
- Take a harbour cruise and enjoy some of the best views of the city
A couple of nights at the beginning is a good way to break your journey. Here I have used Hong Kong as an example, but you can choose from several stopover cities such as Bangkok and Singapore amongst others.
2 nights in Auckland What to do... - Eat in the revolving restaurant at the top of the Skytower
- If you're not scared of heights, try the Skywalk experience
- See King penguins at the Antarctic Encounter
- Get a scuba diver's view at Underwater World
- Visit the Auckland Botanic Gardens
- Sail on a yacht such as the Pride of Auckland coffee cruise
- Climb Auckland Harbour Bridge for a fantastic photo oportunity at the summit
- Stroll along Auckland harbour and try out the bars, cafes and restaurants or take a harbour cruise
If you are on a self drive holiday, I often find it easier to hire a car when leaving the first city rather than taking one straight away at the airport.
3 nights at the Bay of Islands  What to do... - Includes time for the Small Ship Overnight Cruise
- Cruise through the famous 'Hole in the Rock'
- Travel to Cape Reinga, the very North of New Zealand and Ninety Mile Beach
- Swim with dolphins in New Zealand's warmest waters (please note 90% success rate)
- See the 26m high Whangarei Falls along the way
- Take a scenic flight over the Bay of Islands and up to Cape Reinga
This is actually the one part of your road trip that involves coming back on yourself, and therefore if you are short of time you may prefer to miss this part of the itinerary out.
Distances - Auckland to Bay of Islands - 150 miles
2 nights on the Coromandel Peninsula  What to do... - Dig your own hot bubbling spa pool at Hot Water Beach
- Relax on one of the many sandy beaches, or go diving or surfing
- Visit the goldrush centre of Thames
Distances - Bay of Islands to Coromandel Peninsula - 215 miles
- Auckland to Coromandel Peninsula - 70 miles
2 nights at Waitomo  What to do... - Experience the magic of an underground boat ride to see millions of glowworms in the grotto
- Abseiling, climbing and walking in the caves
- See kiwis at the Kiwi House and Bird Park
Distances - Coromandel Peninsula to Waitomo - 105 miles
- Auckland to Waitomo - 120 miles
3 nights at Rotorua  What to do... - Watch geysers shoot high in the air in this geothermal wonderland, as well as bubbling mud pools and hot springs such as Champagne Pool
- Soak in the hot pools of the Polynesian Spa
- See the amazing colours of the lakes in the Tongario Alpine area
- Gain an insight into Maori culture with a unique evening of entertainment and hangi - a delicious meal cooked underground on hot rocks
- Have a fun filled adventure day at Agrodome with zorbs, bungees, freefalls, swoops & the Aerojet
- See the entertaining sheep show at the Agrodome
- Journey to the volcano of Mt. Tarawera which erupted in 1886
- See a Kiwi and stroll among giant redwoods at Rainbow Springs & Kiwi Encounter
- Take the Skyline Skyride gondola to Mount Ngongotaha with amazing views of Rotorua below
Distances - Waitomo to Rotorua - 90 miles
- Coromandel Peninsula to Rotorua - 95 miles
- Auckland to Rotorua - 145miles
2 nights at Hawke's Bay  What to do... - See all vibrant colours of the 1930's the art-deco buildings
- Visit the gannet sanctuary (November to March)
- Go wine tasting on one of the many tours
I have included this stop because it's a fairly long drive down to Wellington from Rotorua (about 6 hours) however another possible route would be to drive from Rotorua to Waitomo, seeing Waitomo after Rotorua, leaving your hire car in nearby Hamilton, and then taking the train down to Wellington. This gives you a chance to put your feet up for a few hours.
Distances - Rotorua to Hawke's Bay - 140 miles
2 nights in Wellington What to do... - From the top of Mount Victoria admire the amazing views of the city and harbour
- See kiwis at the Kaiori Wildlife Sanctuary
- Go on a wine tour of Martinborough, with pickups from your hotel
- Book a walking food tour
- Stroll along the beachfront at Oriental Parade
- Visit the superb Te Papa national museum
- Visit the seal colony and lighthouse at Cape Palliser (85 miles away)
After your stay in Wellington, take the three hour ferry across to Picton on the South Island. You will save a considerable amount of money by leaving your car in Wellington and picking up a new one on the other side. In fact, you might as well drop it off as soon as you arrive in Wellington. The ferry is well equipped an even has a cinema on board!
Distances - Hawke's Bay to Wellington - 195 miles
- Rotorua to Wellington - 280 miles
2 nights in the Marlborough Sounds  What to do... - Walk the Queen Charlotte Track for tremendous views
- Go kayaking around the sheltered coves
- Cruise the bays of the Queen Charlotte Sound
- Enjoy a wine tour (no driving) of Marlborough
For serious walkers, there is a 4 day guided walk of the Queen Charlotte Track, however some of the best parts can be walked in a day. You start with a cruise to Ship Cove, and then a five hour walk. There are many breathtaking views along the way of the Marlborough Sound.
Distances - Ferry to hotel - depends on the hotel, but most are only a short drive away from the ferry terminal
3 nights in Abel Tasman  What to do... - Walk the Abel Tasman Coastal Track on a 3 day walking adventure
- Look out for blue penguins and seals on a kayaking trip
- Enjoy a scenic cruise to view the fur seal colony
- Try the Skywire ride at Nelson which takes you high above a native forest valley
- Have a catamaran sailing day with plenty of beach stops
- Go on the Seals and Beach Walk trip where you cruise to the Tonga Island seal sanctuary
Distances - Picton to Nelson - 75 miles
2 nights in Kaikoura What to do... - See giant sperm whales (all year round) on a whale watch tour, together with albatross, orca, dolphins and sea birds
- Swim with dusky dolphins (all year round)
- Snorkel with seals for a truly unique experience (October to May)
- Relax in the Hammer Springs thermal spa including 12 outdoor thermal pools (about 2.5 hours drive on the way to Christchurch)
Distances - Abel Tasman to Kaikoura - 195 miles
- Picton or Marlborough Sounds to Kaikoura - 100 miles
3 nights in Christchurch  What to do... - Go punting on the River Avon
- See the harbour from the Christchurch gondola
- Visit the charming village of Akaroa, where you can also swim with dolphins
- Go skiing at Mout Hutt (July to September)
- Visit the superb botanic gardens
- Go white water rafting at the Two Thumb mountain range
- Go to the Maori evening show at the Maori Village which includes a steam train ride, traditional food, a walk through the village and a tram ride
- Wander round the Arts Centre which is home to more than 40 galleries and studios
- Go on a hot air ballon ride and see the snow covered mountains and the ocean
- See what life is like in Antarctica at the superb International Antarctic Centre
Distances - Kaikoura to Christchurch - 55 miles
- Picton to Christchurch - 215 miles
Train to Greymouth on the TransAlpine  The TranzAlpine is rated in the top six of the World's most scenic train journeys and passes through the farmlands of the Canterbury Plains, over massive viaducts, through spectacular river gorges and into the stunning ice-fed Waimakariri River Valley, then through the Southern Alps via the Alpine Village of Arthur's Pass before descending through lush forest past beautiful Lake Brunner. Altogether it takes four and a half hours to make the journey from Christchurch to Greymouth.
If you are on a self drive holiday, leave your car at Christchurch and collect a new car at Greymouth.
2 nights at Franz Josef  What to do... - Fly over the Franz Josef glacier and lnad on the ice for an unforgettable walk
- See the bizarre Punakaiki rocks which look like pancakes
- Visit the fur seal colony at Cape Foulwind, about an hour and a half North of Greymouth
- Photograph the stunning reflections of Mount Cook and Mount Tasman in Lake Matheson, which is a short detour from Fox Glacier
- Take part in a variety of adventures such as caving, rafting, 4x4 drives, and quad biking
Distances - Greymouth to Franz Josef - 110 miles
2 nights in Queenstown  What to do... - Enjoy a twilight dinner cruise on the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw
- Go on the afternoon Queenstown wine trail
- See the best sights of the region on a restored 1937 Chevrolet bus
- Ride the gondola to the top of Bob's Peak overlooking Queenstown
- Try the Skyline Luge down the track through the trees
- Go bungy jumping!
- Ride snowmobiles (July to September)
- If you are here soon after late march, go to Glendhu Bay which has lovely Autumn colours
There are several other adventure type activities in Queenstown such as skydiving from a plane, canyon swinging, jet boating, fly fishing and hand gliding, and rafting, to name but a few. Alternatively you could just enjoy Queenstown's beautiful setting, especially from Bob's Peak.
Distances - Franz Josef to Queenstown - 220 miles
1 night at Te Anau What to do... - Ride the Kingston Flyer - a vintage steamtrain operating October to April
- Have an amazing cinematic experience of Ata Whenua Shadowland with stunning images of the New Zealand landscapes
- Go horse riding along the Whitestone River
- See the glowworms at Cavern House
This is more of a stop off point on the way to Milford Sound, which by the way is a spectacular road trip, and considered one of the world's most scenic drives.
Distances - Queenstwon to Te Anau - 105 miles
Overnight Milford Sound Cruise  What to do... - Milford Sound and Doubtful Sound overnight cruises
- Doubtful Sound day cruise
- Walk the Milford Track (about 5 hours)
- Take a scenic flight above Milford Sound
On board the Milford Mariner, accompanied by a nature guide, you will cruise the full length of this spectacular fiord out to the Tasman Sea. The leisurely pace allows plenty of time to view the thundering waterfalls, mountains and wildlife. You can either explore in the tender craft and kayaks or simply relax on deck. You’ll enjoy a delicious evening buffet in the spacious saloon and as the sun sets and the shadows deepen you’ll anchor for the night in sheltered Harrison Cove.
Distances - Te Anau to Milford Sound - 75 miles
1 night in Te Anau This is really to break the journey to your next stop, and because you might not want to do a long drive having come off a relaxing cruise.
Distances - Milford Sound to Te Anau - 75 miles
2 nights in Dunedin What to do... - See the yellow eyed penguins, and fur seals at Nugget Point at the Otago Peninsula, as well as many birds including cormorants, oystercatchers, hawks and swallows
- Explore Larnach Castle and Gardens which have a breathtaking location
- Ride on the Taieri Gorge Railway for a great day out
- Sample some ale on the Speights Brewery heritage tour
- ...or chocolate on the Cadbury's Chocolate Factory tour
- Go to Baldwin Street, which is apparently the world's steepest street
Distances - Te Anau to Dunedin - 180 miles
2 night in Lake Tekapo  What to do... - Photograph snow capped Mount Cook and the turquoise blue Lake Tekapo, as well as the wildflowers that appear in the summer months
- Watch the glacial ice melt into Lake Tasman
- Enjoy breathtaking views on a guided walk at Mount Cook
- See the spectacular 3D movie about the region and the full-dome digital planetarium
- Relax in the hot pools of the Alpine Springs & Spa
- Enjoy winter activities such as tobogganing at Snow Park (Easter to September)
- See the night sky through telescopes at the Mount John Observatory
- Enjoy a scenic flight around Mount Cook and the galciers
- Take a dream photo of the Church of the Good Shepard on the edge of Lake Tekapo
Distances - Dunedin to Lake Tekapo - 180 miles
1 night Christchurch Stay in Christchurch for your final night in New Zealand
Distances - Lake Tekapo to Christchurch - 140 miles
1 night in Hong Kong Just a night on the way back to break your journey home
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