25 days in New Zealand Itinerary
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Start: Izmir
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Auckland
— 1 night
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Paihia
— 3 nights
Fly
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Rotorua
— 3 nights
Drive
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Taupo
— 2 nights
Shuttle
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Tongariro National Park
— 2 nights
Fly
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Wellington
— 1 night
Fly to Hokitika, Bus to Fox Glacier
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Fox Glacier
— 3 nights
Drive
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Queenstown
— 3 nights
Bus
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Te Anau
— 4 nights
Bus to Queenstown, Fly to Izmir
End: Izmir
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Auckland — 1 night
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City of Sails
On the 28th (Tue), take an in-depth tour of Auckland Museum, then examine the collection at New Zealand Maritime Museum, and then make a trip to Sky Tower.
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Izmir, Turkey to Auckland is an approximately 28-hour flight. Traveling from Izmir to Auckland, you'll lose 9 hours due to the time zone difference. In March, Auckland is much hotter than Izmir - with highs of 22°C and lows of 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Paihia.
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For photos, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Auckland road trip tool.
Izmir, Turkey to Auckland is an approximately 28-hour flight. Traveling from Izmir to Auckland, you'll lose 9 hours due to the time zone difference. In March, Auckland is much hotter than Izmir - with highs of 22°C and lows of 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Paihia.
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Paihia — 3 nights
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Spend a day of island exploring on the 30th (Thu) at Urupukapuka Island. Next up on the itinerary: contemplate the long history of Waitangi Treaty Grounds, identify plant and animal life at Paihia Harbour, get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour, and let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour.
To see other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Paihia driving holiday planning tool.
You can fly from Auckland to Paihia in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Fri) to allow time to fly to Rotorua.
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You can fly from Auckland to Paihia in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Fri) to allow time to fly to Rotorua.
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Rotorua — 3 nights
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Sulphur City
Rotorua is known for nature, adventure, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, witness a stunning natural landmark at Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village, explore the wealth of natural beauty at Waiotapu Boardwalk/ Mud Pool, and delve into the lush surroundings at Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest.
For other places to visit, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Rotorua travel itinerary planner.
Traveling by flight from Paihia to Rotorua takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. March in Rotorua sees daily highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Mon) to allow time to drive to Taupo.
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For other places to visit, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Rotorua travel itinerary planner.
Traveling by flight from Paihia to Rotorua takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. March in Rotorua sees daily highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Mon) to allow time to drive to Taupo.
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Taupo — 2 nights
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Great Cloak of Tia
Kick off your visit on the 4th (Tue): don't miss a visit to Spa Thermal Park and Riverbank Recreational and Scenic Reserve, find something for the whole family at Huka Prawn Park, take a memorable tour with Tours, then stop by Huka Honey Hive, and finally make a trip to Maori Rock Carvings. On your second day here, get the adrenaline pumping with an extreme tour, witness a stunning natural landmark at Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley, and then take in the dramatic scenery at Huka Falls Walkway.
To find more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Taupo route builder site.
You can drive from Rotorua to Taupo in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) early enough to take a shuttle to Tongariro National Park.
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To find more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Taupo route builder site.
You can drive from Rotorua to Taupo in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) early enough to take a shuttle to Tongariro National Park.
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Tongariro National Park — 2 nights
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On the 6th (Thu), hike along Tongariro Alpine Crossing. On your second day here, trek along Silica Rapids Track, stroll through Whakapapa Nature Walk, take in the dramatic scenery at Tawhai Falls, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Mounds Walk, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Taranaki Falls.
For other places to visit, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Tongariro National Park day trip website.
Traveling by shuttle from Taupo to Tongariro National Park takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) so you can fly to Wellington.
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For other places to visit, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Tongariro National Park day trip website.
Traveling by shuttle from Taupo to Tongariro National Park takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) so you can fly to Wellington.
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Wellington — 1 night
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Harbour Capital
Start off your visit on the 8th (Sat): see the interesting displays at Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, then catch a ride on Wellington Cable Car, and then ponder the world of politics at New Zealand Parliament.
To find ratings, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, use the Wellington trip itinerary tool.
Fly from Tongariro National Park to Wellington in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and train. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in April, and nighttime lows around 14°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) early enough to travel to Fox Glacier.
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To find ratings, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, use the Wellington trip itinerary tool.
Fly from Tongariro National Park to Wellington in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and train. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in April, and nighttime lows around 14°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) early enough to travel to Fox Glacier.
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Fox Glacier — 3 nights
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Explore Fox Glacier's surroundings by going to Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu) (Hooker Valley Track, Glencoe Walk, &more). The adventure continues: enjoy the sand and surf at Gillespies Beach, explore the striking landscape at Franz Josef Glacier, take in the pleasant sights at River Walk, and trek along Minnehaha Walk.
To see reviews, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, use the Fox Glacier online road trip planner.
You can do a combination of flight and bus from Wellington to Fox Glacier in 8 hours. Other options are to do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry and bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Queenstown.
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To see reviews, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, use the Fox Glacier online road trip planner.
You can do a combination of flight and bus from Wellington to Fox Glacier in 8 hours. Other options are to do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry and bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Queenstown.
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Queenstown — 3 nights
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Shallow Bay
Queenstown is known for fun & games, wildlife, and adventure. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get your game on at Skyline Queenstown, whizz through the canopy at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, and trek along Queenstown Hill.
To find other places to visit, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Queenstown trip planning app.
Traveling by car from Fox Glacier to Queenstown takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can take a bus to Te Anau.
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To find other places to visit, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Queenstown trip planning app.
Traveling by car from Fox Glacier to Queenstown takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can take a bus to Te Anau.
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Te Anau — 4 nights
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Step out of Te Anau with an excursion to Bowen Falls in Milford Sound--about 1 hour away. Spend the 18th (Tue) exploring at Doubtful Sound. On the 15th (Sat), hike the day away at Kepler Track. There's lots more to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Milford Sound, Head underground at Te Anau Glowworm Caves, trek along Gertrude Saddle, and indulge in some personalized pampering at Fiordland Massage Clinic.
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Getting from Queenstown to Te Anau by bus takes about 4 hours. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) early enough to travel back home.
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Getting from Queenstown to Te Anau by bus takes about 4 hours. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) early enough to travel back home.
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Land of the Long White Cloud
Far-flung New Zealand has become known for its astounding topography, singular biodiversity, varied climate, and for marrying native Maori and post-colonial European cultures on its two main islands and the multitude of smaller landmasses dotted around them. Free-spirited New Zealanders cultivate a love of sports, sustainability, and the outdoors. Far from other landmasses, the islands existed for millions of years before being inhabited by humans, so an abundance of species have come to thrive in the thick, wild rainforest, vast and rugged backland, and extensive surrounding marine areas. While much of New Zealand tourism centers around adventures through this spectacular scenery, take time to explore the nation's rich cultural heritage as well. The traditions and history of the Maoris, and the industry and internationalism of the descendents of the first European settlers endure in fascinating attractions, ranging from museums, to farms, to places of worship.
