🌿 Discover New Zealand: An Unforgettable Journey Awaits
- Jane COUTTS
- 5 days ago
- 5 min read
Updated: 13 hours ago
At Amazing New Zealand Itineraries, we don’t just plan trips—we craft journeys that stay with you long after your suitcase is unpacked. Whether you're chasing adventure, serenity, or a bit of both, New Zealand delivers it all with a side of jaw-dropping beauty and warm Kiwi hospitality.
From volcanic landscapes and glowworm caves in the North Island to the towering Southern Alps and glacier-carved fjords of the South, every corner of this country offers something extraordinary. The only question is: Where will your journey take you first?
🌏 Why Travel with Amazing New Zealand Itineraries?
Traveling to New Zealand is easy. Traveling well—with seamless connections, personalised experiences, and local insights—that’s where we come in.
When you book with us, you're not just getting an itinerary. You're getting a handcrafted experience, shaped by locals who know this land inside and out. We take the stress out of planning, so all you have to do is show up and enjoy the ride.
✅ 100% custom itineraries tailored to your style
✅ Local tips and hidden gems you won’t find on Google
✅ Insider access to boutique stays, private tours, and unique activities
✅ Support every step of the way—from first enquiry to your final flight home
At Amazing New Zealand Itineraries, we believe a journey through Aotearoa should be more than a checklist—it should be a story you’ll tell for the rest of your life. In just two weeks, you can witness volcanic craters, ancient rainforests, snow-dusted peaks, and mirror-like lakes. You can walk where hobbits once roamed, kayak with dolphins, sip world-class wines, and connect with Māori culture in meaningful ways.
This example 14-day itinerary is a taste of what’s possible when your trip is designed by locals who know every hidden gem—and exactly how to fit it all together.
🗺️ 14 Days of Magic: New Zealand from North to South
Day 1–2: Auckland & Waiheke Island – City Vibes and Island Time
Arrive in Auckland, New Zealand’s largest city. Spend your first afternoon exploring the vibrant waterfront, Sky Tower, or nearby Viaduct Harbour, enjoy a walking food tour or a visit to the Weta Workshop.
Day 2: Escape to nearby Waiheke Island—just a 35-minute ferry ride away. Think rolling vineyards, boutique art galleries, and serene beaches. Experience a wine and food tour or for the more adventurous how about give ziplining a go.
Day 3: Waitomo Caves & Rotorua – Glowworms and Geothermal Wonders
Leave Auckland behind and drive south to Waitomo, home of the magical glowworm caves. Take a boat through an underground galaxy of twinkling blue lights. Visit the Hobbiton Movie Set, where you’ll stroll through the Shire and enjoy a drink at the Green Dragon Inn before arriving in Rotorua, a geothermal wonderland rich in Māori culture. Settle in and relax and spend some time soaking in one of the hot pools in the area.
Day 4: Rotorua – Māori Culture and Mud Pools
Start the day with bubbling geysers and steaming mud pools at Te Puia. Then, immerse yourself in Māori history and hospitality with a cultural performance and traditional hāngī feast in the evening.
Day 5: Lake Taupō
Continue to Lake Taupō, the largest lake in the Southern Hemisphere, take the Huka Jet boat to see the famous Huka Falls. Visit the prawn farm where you can go prawn fishing or take a sunset cruise on Lake Taupo.
Day 6: Tongariro National Park – Volcanic Vistas
Head into Tongariro National Park, a dual World Heritage Site. Hike one of the short trails, or for the adventurous, tackle part of the famous Tongariro Alpine Crossing.
Day 7: Wellington – Capital Culture
Drive to New Zealand’s capital city. Visit Te Papa Museum, enjoy artisan coffee, and wander the quirky Cuba Street.
Cap it off with a sunset ride on the Wellington Cable Car.
Day 8: Fly to Queenstown – The Adventure Begins
Fly to Queenstown, the adventure capital of the world. Check into a lakeview hotel and soak in the scenery—mountains reflected in deep-blue Lake Wakatipu.
Take the Earnslaw steamboat across the lake to Walter Peak farm for a farm demonstration and gourmet BBQ dinner.
Day 9: Queenstown – Choose Your Own Adventure
This day is all about you. Skydiving, jet boating, bungy jumping, e-biking—or a relaxing wine tour through Gibbston Valley. Prefer something more scenic? Ride the gondola, or a hot air balloon, or book a photography tour with a local guide.
Day 10: Milford Sound – Fjordland Majesty
Take a day trip (by coach, flight, or scenic drive) to Milford Sound. Cruise beneath towering cliffs and thundering waterfalls and feel dwarfed by nature in its most dramatic form.
Day 11: Wanaka – Serenity with a Side of Adventure
Drive to Wanaka, Queenstown’s peaceful counterpart. Stop at Arrowtown for lunch and a stroll through this charming gold rush town. In Wanaka, visit Wanaka Tree, take a Wild Hills Safari tour through a High-Country farm – with views that are breathtaking or visit a local lavender farm or boutique gin distillery.
Day 12: Mount Cook National Park – Alpine Splendour
Head into the heart of the Southern Alps—Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park. Hike the Hooker Valley Track with its swing bridges and glacier views. Watch the sunset turn the mountains pink. Take a Heli hike onto the Tasman Glacier or a scenic helicopter flight with a glacier landing.
Day 13: Lake Tekapo – Stargazing and Southern Beauty
Drive to Lake Tekapo, known for its turquoise waters and stargazing sanctuary. Visit the Church of the Good Shepherd, walk the lakeshore, and soak in the Tekapo Hot Springs.
In the evening, experience a guided stargazing tour at the Mount John Observatory.
Day 14: Christchurch – Garden City Farewell
Your final day leads you to Christchurch, the South Island’s cultural gateway. Explore the Botanic Gardens, ride the vintage tram, or enjoy a last-minute shopping spree.
Fly out in the evening or extend your stay for one last adventure.
✨ Why Book with Amazing New Zealand Itineraries?
We’re more than itinerary planners—we’re locals who live and breathe New Zealand. We know which detours are worth it, where the best-kept secrets lie, and how to turn your trip into a once-in-a-lifetime memory.
Here’s what you get when you travel with us:
Tailor-made itineraries that suit your pace and passions
Seamless logistics, trusted accommodation, and 24/7 support
Access to boutique experiences and off-the-beaten-path gems
Expert advice from real Kiwis who know the land
📩 Ready to Make It Happen?
Your dream trip to New Zealand is just a conversation away. Whether you're looking for relaxation, adventure, culture, or all of the above—we’ll craft an itinerary that’s truly amazing.
Let’s start planning your New Zealand trip of a lifetime👉 Contact us now and let’s bring your New Zealand adventure to life.
Jane Coutts
Travel Specialist
Amazing New Zealand Itineraries
We know New Zealand - We live here!
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