14 Day Best of Both Islands

Semi-Guided Coach Travel

Travel from Auckland to Milford Sound, visiting Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Māori culture in Rotorua, and Mt Cook/ Aoraki National Park. Explore Dunedin, Te Anau, and Queenstown, then see the West Coast glaciers before ending with the TranzAlpine train to Christchurch.

Operated by Intercity & Gray Line

(Auckland to Christchurch)

STYLE: Independent Coach

COACH: NZ Transport Network

COACH FEATURES: Modern Vehicle, Free Wifi

ACCOMMODATION: 3-4 Star (upgrades available)

ACTIVITIES: 20+ Included - Read Below

CUSTOMISABLE: YES - Personalise Your Trip

FROM: $7685 NZD Per Person, Twin Share

DAILY: $549 NZD Per Person Daily

Semi-Guided Coach Trip

Read the full itinerary below

    • Included activity: Private Transfer Auckland Airport to your Auckland Accommodation with Tourcorp

    • Included activity: Milford Sound Cruise from Te Anau and returning to Queenstown with RealNZ - Lunch Included

    • Included activity: TSS Earnslaw Cruise and Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner

    • Included activity: Queenstown to Franz Josef with Glacier Shuttles

    • Included activity: Glacier Valley Shuttle

    • Included activity: Shared Transfer from Christchurch Train Station to Christchurch CBD Accommodation with Christchurch Touring Company

    • Included activity: TranzAlpine Scenic Train: Greymouth to Christchurch

    • Included activity: Franz Josef to Greymouth Train Station with Hokitika Scenic Tours

    • Included activity: Private Transfer from Christchurch Accommodation to Christchurch Airport with Christchurch Touring Company

    • Included activity: Auckland to Rotorua Small Group Tour via Hobbiton with Bush and Beach

    • Included activity: Te Pā Tū Evening Māori Cultural Experience - Dinner Included

    • Included activity: Private Transfer Rotorua Accommodation to Rotorua Intercity Depot with Xquizit

    • Included activity: Rotorua to Wellington by InterCity Coach

    • Included activity: Private Transfer Wellington Train/Bus Station to Accommodation (IST)

    • Included activity: Private transfer Wellington hotel to Interislander Ferry with IST

    • Included activity: Interislander Ferry Wellington to Picton

    • Included activity: Picton Ferry Terminal to Picton Accommodation

    • Included activity: Picton Accommodation to Picton Coach Stop with Picton Shuttles

    • Included activity: Private transfer Lichfield Street Bus Station to your accommodation with Christchurch Touring

    • Included activity: Picton to Christchurch with Intercity

    • Included activity: Christchurch to Aoraki-Mt Cook via Lake Tekapo Small Group Tour with Cheeky Kiwi - Lunch Included

    • Included activity: Mt Cook to Dunedin with Iconic

    • Included activity: Dunedin to Te Anau Transfer with Trips & Tramps

    • 1 lunch, 2 special dinners

    • 3-4 Star Hotels

    • All Transport

Semi-Guided Coach Trip

14 Day Best of Both Islands - Fully Customisable

Daily Itinerary (Summary) Click here for itinerary

  • Day 1: Welcome to Auckland City
    Accommodation: Nesuto Stadium Hotel and Apartments

  • Day 2: Auckland to Rotorua, exploring Hobbiton on the way
    Accommodation: Quest Rotorua Central

  • Day 3: Explore Rotorua today and have a cultural evening at Tamaki Maori Village
    Accommodation: Quest Rotorua Central

    Meals included: Speciality Dinner

  • Day 4: Rotorua to Wellington
    Accommodation: Quest On Lambton

  • Day 5: This morning is free to explore Wellington, then catch the ferry to Picton
    Accommodation: Harbour View Motel

  • Day 6: Picton to Christchurch
    Accommodation: Bella Vista Christchurch

  • Day 7: Christchurch to Mt Cook National Park
    Accommodation: Mt Cook Motel

  • Day 8: Mt Cook to Dunedin
    Accommodation: Bella Vista Dunedin

  • Day 9: Dunedin to Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland National Park
    Accommodation: Bella Vista Te Anau

  • Day 10: Te Anau to Milford Sound for a nature cruise, then on to Queenstown
    Accommodation: Blue Peaks Lodge

    Meals included: Lunch

  • Day 11: Explore Queenstown at leisure, this evening visit Walter Peak Station for dinner
    Accommodation: Blue Peaks Lodge

    Meals included: Speciality Dinner

  • Day 12: Queenstown to Franz Josef Glacier where you're taken on a short tour to view the glacier
    Accommodation: Punga Grove Motel & Suites

  • Day 13: Franz Josef to Greymouth train station, then catch the iconic TranzAlpine train to Christchurch
    Accommodation: Bella Vista Christchurch

  • Day 14: Depart Christchurch today - Or extend and customise this trip with us!

Enquire Today; 14 Day Best of Both Islands, Semi-Guided

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  • Step 1. Enquire by filling out our form below with a few more details about your touring plans and duration.

  • Step 2. Our coach tour experts will be in touch to discuss options and ideas with you.

  • Step 3. We will create your perfect New Zealand coach tour itinerary and discuss each destination and any questions you may have.

  • Step 4. Once you are happy with everything, we can take a small deposit and you can get excited to travel our backyard knowing that everything is arranged. You will have our 24/7 support when visiting New Zealand.