Queenstown to Auckland 16 day Wine Region Explorer

This 16 day tour starts in Queenstown and finishes in Auckland.

Itinerary summary for: Queenstown to Auckland 16 day Wine Region Explorer

Day 1: Welcome to Queenstown
Accommodation: The Dairy Private Hotel

Day 2: Explore Queenstown by air with the ultimate scenic flight and private picnic in Paradise
Accommodation: The Dairy Private Hotel

Day 3: Your rental car is delivered this morning, then cross the Crown Range to Wanaka
Accommodation: Wanaka Haven

Day 4: Full day exploring the Central Otago Wineries renowned for their Pinot Noir
Accommodation: Wanaka Haven

Day 5: Travel the spectacular Haast Pass to the West Coast and if you arrive early maybe take a Heli-hike tour of the glacier
Accommodation: Te Waonui Forest Retreat

Day 6: Drive north along the stunning West Coast Road and take the TranzAlpine train to Christchurch
Accommodation: Orari & Orari Apartments

Day 7: Discover the hidden gem that is the Waipara Valley or maybe explore the charming village of Akaroa
Accommodation: Orari & Orari Apartments

Day 8: Head north onto the port town of Picton
Accommodation: McCormick House

Day 9: A full day tour exploring the Marlborough Vineyards
Accommodation: McCormick House

Day 10: Departing Picton you'll cruise through the spectacular Marlborough Sounds, then cross the Cook Strait to Wellington
Accommodation: Bolton Hotel Wellington

Day 11: Journey to New Zealand's largest wine region - the Hawkes Bay
Accommodation: McHardy Lodge

Day 12: Enjoy a day exploring the Hawkes Bay and this evening a travelling gourmet experience
Accommodation: McHardy Lodge

Day 13: Take the short trip to Lake Taupo
Accommodation: Acacia Cliffs Lodge

Day 14: Travel north to Auckland, the City of Sails
Accommodation: Hotel Grand Windsor M Gallery by Sofitel

Day 15: Explore the boutique vineyards on the island retreat of Waiheke
Accommodation: Hotel Grand Windsor M Gallery by Sofitel

Day 16: Depart Auckland today