12D10N NORTH & SOUTH ISLAND SELF DRIVE HOLIDAY from Chan Brothers Travel

Highlights:

- Stay at Hermitage Hotel
- Admission to Polynesian Spa
- Ferry transfer from Wellington to Picton
- Skyline Queenstown Gondola ride with buffet dinner

12D10N NORTH & SOUTH ISLAND SELF DRIVE HOLIDAY

From $3328 SGD

Singapore - Auckland

Depart Singapore Changi Airport for your flight to Auckland.

Auckland - Rotorua

(Drive Time: 3 hrs)

Upon arrival, collect your car from the airport and depart for Rotorua. After indulging in Polynesian Spa, you may also visit premier attractions such as Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute or catch the Agrodome sheep shearing show at your own expense. Accommodation: Copthorne Hotel Rotorua or similar

Rotorua - Napier

(Drive Time: 3.5 hrs)

Spend the day exploring the wonderful geothermal sights of Rotorua, including bubbling mud pools, hot springs and geysers that continually force hot water skyward. Thereafter, journey to Napier, a city renowned for its glorious Art Deco buildings. Accommodation: Golden Chain Blue Pass or similar

Napier - Wellington

(Drive Time: 4.5 hrs)

Today, drive through the eastern coast of New Zealand’s North Island, a region famed for its vineyards. This route is known as the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail. Continue your journey through the Wairarapa region to Martinborough, a wine district that specialises in Pinot Noir. Accommodation: Golden Chain Blue Pass or similar

Wellington - Picton

(Drive Time: 15 mins + Ferry Time: 3.5 hrs)

This morning, enjoy the shops and cultural activities of Wellington. Thereafter, return your car before cruising to South Island by ferry. Disembark in Picton, gateway to Queen Charlotte Track. Upon arrival, collect your car and drive towards your hotel. Accommodation: Golden Chain Blue Pass or similar

Picton -Kaikoura -Hammer Springs

(Drive Time: 4.5 hrs)

This morning, depart for Kaikoura, well-known for whale-spotting activities throughout the year. End your day in Hanmer Springs, where you can soak in the hot springs or treat yourself to a range of spa therapies. Accommodation: Golden Chain Blue Pass or similar

Hammer Springs - Mt Cook

(Drive Time:6.5 hrs)

Drive towards Aoraki Mt Cook National Park, home to the 3755-metre high Mt Cook, the highest peak in Australasia. Mountain climbers, hikers and tourists alike make their way to the region for a variety of activities including heli-skiing and aerial sightseeing. Spend the night at Hermitage Hotel, a famous hotel situated in the heart of Aoraki Mt Cook National Park. Accommodation: Hermitage Hotel or similar

Mt Cook - Queenstown

(Drive Time: 4 hrs)

This morning, get up close with icebergs on a glacial terminal lake and a pleasant trip to Tasman Valley, followed by an easy 30-minute stroll through the national park. Continue your drive towards Queenstown, a thrill-seeker’s heaven abound with adventures such as bungy jumping, horseback trekking and water rafting. Queenstown is also a favourite destination for gourmet food and fi ne wines, spa treatments and leisure games of golf. Accommodation : Copthorne H o te l Queenstown or simillar

Queenstown

Spend the day at leisure exploring Queenstown. Tonight, experience Skyline Queenstown Gondola ride with buffet dinner. Accommodation : Copthorne Hotel Queenstown or simillar

Queenstown - Dunedin

(Drive Time: 4 hrs)

Drive towards Dunedin, a city with a rich legacy of ostentatious Victorian architecture. You may visit Larnach Castle for a Scottish meal. You may also visit Royal Albatross Centre or Otago Penisula to learn more about the abundant wildlife exclusive to Dunedin. Accommodation: Golden Chain Gold Pass or similar

Dunedin - Christchurch

(Drive Time: 5.5 hrs)

Journey to Oamaru, a town renowned for its impressive architectural heritage. Many of its elegant historic buildings were made from local sandstone. If time permits, you may visit Willowbank Wildlife Park to experience a local Maori performance or see kiwi birds. Accommodation: Golden Chain Blue Pass or similar

Christchurch - Singapore

If time permits, you can do some last-minute shopping before you return your car at the airport and catch your flight home.

Agency: Chan Brothers Travel

12D10N NORTH & SOUTH ISLAND SELF DRIVE HOLIDAY

From $3328 SGD

Agency: Chan Brothers Travel

12D10N NORTH & SOUTH ISLAND SELF DRIVE HOLIDAY

From $3328 SGD

Agency: Chan Brothers Travel