14Day Luxury Self-Drive
14 Day • Christchurch - Kaikoura - Marlborough Sounds - Motueka - Hokitika - Hanmer Springs - Akaroa
Christchurch, New Zealand
Akaroa, New Zealand
Hokitika Gorge, New Zealand
Motueka, New Zealand
Christchurch, New Zealand
14Day Luxury Self-Drive
14 Day Self-Drive - Christchurch - Kaikoura - Marlborough Sounds - Motueka - Hokitika - Hanmer Springs - Akaroa
Check out New Zealand’s South Island with its pure natural landscapes, wildlife, wineries, glacial valleys and more on this 14-day luxury self-drive. There is so much to discover on this long, mountainous island with breathtaking scenery all around!
Valid for travel: 01 Feb – 31 Mar 2022
- Price is per person, based on double occupancy.
- Subject to availability.
- Package inclusions:
- 1 night accommodation in Christchurch, 2 nights’ accommodation in Kaikoura, 2 nights’ accommodation in Marlborough Sounds, 2 nights’ accommodation in Motueka, 2 nights’ accommodation in Hokitika, 2 nights’ accommodation in Hanmer Springs, 2 nights’ accommodation in Akaroa, an excursion, luxury rental car and all taxes & fees.
- All accommodations are at a 4.5 – 5-star rating
- Note: the mandatory New Zealand Travel Visa is included in the Canadian price
- Airfare additional. Please contact Downunder Travel for a quote.
Trip Details
Included in your trip
EXCLUDED IN YOUR TRIP
WHERE WILL YOU VISIT?
- Christchurch
- Kaikoura
- Marlborough Sounds
- Motueka
- Private guided wine tour
- Hokitika
- Hanmer Springs
- Akaroa
TRIP ITINERARY
Arrive in Christchurch - Depart Akaroa
14 Day Adventure
DAY 01 – Christchurch
Collect your rental car from the airport and take a short drive to your hotel where you will check in for 1 night. The balance of your day is at leisure.
DAY 02 – Kaikoura
Drive to Kaikoura where you will check in to your hotel for 2 nights. The balance of your day is at leisure. Breakfast is included each day.
DAY 03 – Day at Leisure
Day at leisure today. We recommend embarking on a marine life encounter, one of the coastal walks or exploring one of the many cafés, restaurants and shops in the region.
DAY 04 – Marlborough Sounds
Drive to Marlborough Sounds where you will check in to your hotel for 2 nights. The balance of your day is at leisure. Breakfast is included each day.
DAY 05 – Day at Leisure
Day at leisure today. We recommend a hike through the forest or kayaking around the headlands.
DAY 06 – Motueka
Drive to Motueka where you will check in to your hotel for 2 nights. The balance of your day is at leisure. Breakfast and dinner is included each day.
DAY 07 – Private Moutere Wine & Artisans Guided Cycling Tour
Visit the most scenic winery in Nelson, as well as several other boutique wineries offering award-winning wines. Discover New Zealand’s oldest pub, artisans’ studios, historical places of interest and stunning scenery all within a 10-30Km route. This adds up to a unique cycling experience. This private tour has everything taken care of, including pick up and return to your accommodations.
DAY 08 – Hokitika
Drive to Hokitika where you will check in to your hotel for 2 nights. The balance of your day is at leisure. Breakfast is included each day.
DAY 09 – Day at Leisure
Day at leisure today. We recommend checking out the quaint old buildings on a town historic walk or visit the dramatic Hokitika Gorge with its lush dairy farmlands, majestic views of the Southern Alps and native rainforest.
DAY 10 – Hanmer Springs
Drive to Hanmer Springs where you will check in to your hotel for 2 nights. The balance of your day is at leisure.
DAY 11 – Day at Leisure
Day at leisure today. We recommend soaking in one of the natural hot thermal pools and spas in the region or taking a stroll along the town’s main street filled with boutique shops, cafes and gourmet eateries.
DAY 12 – Akaroa
Drive to Akaroa where you will check in to your hotel for 2 nights. The balance of your day is at leisure. Breakfast is included each day.
DAY 13 – Day at Leisure
Day at leisure today. We recommend checking out the region’s charming historic buildings and magnificent harbour or embark on wine and cheese tasting tour to the ‘most French’ village of New Zealand, Banks Peninsula, while also learning about the history of the original French settlers.
DAY 14 – Depart
Drop off your rental car at the airport this morning… why not stay longer?
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