Two Islands, One Journey: 14-Day Private Chauffeur Adventure

Travel Aotearoa/New Zealand in comfort on a 14 day chauffeur driven journey across both islands. Visit Auckland, Hobbiton, Rotorua, Lake Taupō and Wellington, then cross to Marlborough. Continue through Kaikōura and Aoraki/Mt Cook to Queenstown for a Pure Milford cruise and Gibbston Valley wine. Explore Franz Josef and return to Christchurch via the West Coast.

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Duration

14 Day / 13 Night Tour

Price

$9,809

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88+ Booked

PACKAGE

Itinerary

Itinerary Details
  1. Day 1
    Welcome to Auckland, the City of Sails

    Arrive in Auckland and meet your chauffeur for a smooth hotel transfer. Spend the afternoon exploring Viaduct Harbour, Britomart and waterfront dining as the marina lights glow.

    Overnight in Auckland.

  2. Day 2
    Auckland → Matamata (Hobbiton) → Rotorua

    Travel through Waikato to Matamata for your Hobbiton Behind the Scenes Tour with lunch. Explore Hobbit Holes and enjoy a feast at the Green Dragon. Continue to geothermal Rotorua for an evening at leisure.

    Overnight in Rotorua.

  3. Day 3
    Rotorua: Māori Culture & Geothermal Wonder

    A relaxed day with chauffeur support. Explore geothermal parks, gardens or spas. In the evening, enjoy Te Puia’s Te Pō experience with haka, storytelling, a hāngī feast and night-time geyser viewing.

    Overnight in Rotorua.

  4. Day 4
    Rotorua → Lake Taupō → Desert Road → Wellington

    Travel south to Huka Falls and along Lake Taupō before crossing the Desert Road beneath Tongariro’s volcanic peaks. Arrive in Wellington to explore cafés, the waterfront or Cuba Street.

    Overnight in Wellington.

  5. Day 5
    Wellington → Interislander Ferry → Picton → Kaikōura

    Board the Interislander Ferry with your chauffeur for a scenic Cook Strait crossing into the Marlborough Sounds. Continue via Blenheim’s vineyards and the Pacific coast to Kaikōura’s mountains-meet-sea landscape.

    Overnight in Kaikōura.

  6. Day 6
    Kaikōura: Whales, Ranges & Wild Coast

    Explore Kaikōura with chauffeur transfers. Walk coastal tracks, visit cliff-top lookouts or enjoy seaside cafés. A highlight is your Ocean Safari whale-watching flight over deep coastal canyons.

    Overnight in Kaikōura.

  7. Day 7
    Kaikōura → Christchurch

    Follow the Pacific Coast Highway south through rolling hills and beaches to Christchurch. Spend the afternoon enjoying the Botanic Gardens, Avon River, or Riverside Market.

    Overnight in Christchurch.

  8. Day 8
    Christchurch → Mackenzie Country → Aoraki/Mt Cook

    Travel across the Canterbury Plains to Lake Tekapo and the Church of the Good Shepherd. Continue beside Lake Pukaki into Mt Cook Village. After dark, join a guided stargazing experience in the renowned Dark Sky Reserve.

    Overnight in Mt Cook.

  9. Day 9
    Aoraki/Mt Cook → Queenstown

    Enjoy a relaxed morning among alpine peaks, then travel via Lindis Pass and Central Otago landscapes into Queenstown beside Lake Wakatipu. Evening free to explore or dine by the waterfront.

    Overnight in Queenstown.

  10. Day 10
    Milford Sound (Self-Drive Pure Milford Cruise)

    Travel the Milford Road with photo stops before boarding your Pure Milford cruise. Sail beneath cliffs and waterfalls while enjoying your picnic lunch. Return to Queenstown by evening.

    Overnight in Queenstown.

  11. Day 11
    Queenstown: Gibbston Valley Prestige Wine Experience

    Spend the day in Gibbston Valley with a private sparkling-wine welcome, wine-cave tasting, vineyard tour and a two-course lunch with paired wines. Afternoon free for Queenstown sightseeing.

    Overnight in Queenstown.

  12. Day 12
    Queenstown → Wānaka → Haast Pass → Fox Glacier

    Cross the Crown Range to Wānaka, then continue through Lake Hawea’s blue waters and the rainforest-lined Haast Pass. Arrive in Fox Glacier, a quiet village set between peaks, rivers and lush forest.

    Overnight in Fox Glacier.

  13. Day 13
    Fox Glacier → Hokitika → Christchurch

    Travel along the rugged West Coast with stops in Hokitika for pounamu galleries and coastal viewpoints. Cross the Southern Alps on scenic alpine roads before reaching Christchurch for your final night.

    Overnight in Christchurch.

  14. Day 14
    Christchurch Departure

    Enjoy a relaxed final morning—perhaps a stroll through Hagley Park—before your chauffeur transfers you to Christchurch Airport for your onward flight.

Tour Highlights
    • Meet your chauffeur at Auckland Airport for a smooth transfer to your central hotel.
    • Explore Viaduct Harbour’s waterfront paths, designer boutiques, and marina views.
    • Enjoy fresh seafood or drinks along the harbour as the skyline lights up at dusk.
    • Settle into your hotel and unwind after your journey.
Accommodations
  • 1 night Auckland at a 3 star Hotel with breakfast.
  • 2 nights Rotorua at a 3 star Hotel with breakfast.
  • 1 night Wellington at a 3 star Hotel with breakfast.
  • 2 nights Kaikōura at a 3 star Hotel with breakfast.
  • 1 night Christchurch at a 3 star Hotel with breakfast.
  • 1 nights Mount Cook at a 3 star Hotel.
  • 3 nights Queenstown at a 3 star Hotel with breakfast.
  • 1 night Fox Glacier at a 3 star Hotel with breakfast.
  • 1 night Christchurch at a 3 star Hotel with breakfast.

 

Guests may request to upgrade to 5 Star hotels. Upgrades are subject to availability and additional costs.

Package Includes

Chauffeur Service

  • Private chauffeur driven vehicle for 14 days.
  • Fuel, parking, tolls and driver expenses included.
  • Standard operational charges included.
  • Airport, hotel and activity pick up and drop off.

 

Exclusive Experiences

  • Hobbiton Movie Set Behind the Scenes Tour with Lunch.
  • Te Puia Te Pō Māori Cultural Experience and Dinner.
  • Interislander Ferry from Wellington to Picton. (Car + Chauffer On Board)
  • Ocean Safari Whale Watching Flight in Kaikōura.
  • Big Sky Stargazing at Aoraki/Mt Cook.
  • Pure Milford Sound Scenic Cruise with picnic lunch (chauffeur-driven day trip from Queenstown).
  • Gibbston Valley Prestige Wine Experience including private tasting, vineyard tour, and 2-course lunch with wine pairings.
  • Freedom to explore at your own pace with curated activity suggestions.
  • Accommodation in a 3 Star Hotel for 13 nights with Breakfast.

 

Disclaimer:
To comply with NZTA regulations, drivers are limited to 14 hours of duty per day (including required breaks) and must have a minimum 10-hour rest period each night. Driving times are approximate, and additional breaks may be required. Local driving within a region is charged additional cost per hour.

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