If you don’t want to self-drive whilst on holiday, but don’t want to miss out either, this is the trip for you. This two-week itinerary includes internal flights between the major cities as well as overnight stays in smaller towns to enable you to visit some of New Zealand’s most popular natural wonders and wine regions.
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Itinerary
3 Nights – Auckland (with Bay of Islands day trip)
2 Nights – Rotorua
2 Nights – Wellington
2 Nights – Blenheim (Marlborough)
2 Nights – Christchurch
3 Nights – Queenstown (with Milford Sound day trip)
✈ UK – Auckland (3 Nights): First you will fly from your chosen UK Airport to Auckland where you’ll have 3 nights, giving you time to explore the shops, museums and harbours. From here you can take a day trip to the idyllic Bay of Islands where you can take a dolphin cruise or simply enjoy the stunning beach destination and all its water activities.
🚗 Auckland – Rotoura (2 Nights): From Auckland you will travel to the geothermal wonderland of Rotorua for 2 nights. Home to bubbling hot pools, natural hot springs and exploding geysers, you will also be able to experience the rich heritage of the Te Arawa people with a visit to their Maori village.
✈ Rotoura – Wellington (2 Nights): Then fly onto Wellington for 2 nights where you can enjoy the scenic harbour setting, thriving arts scene and gourmet cuisine. The Te Papa National Museum and Botanic Gardens are highlights to visit whilst you are in the country’s capital.
â›´ Wellington – Blenheim (2 Nights): You will then spend 2 nights in Blenheim, renowned for its wineries as it lies in the heart of the Marlborough region. With over 20 wineries within easy reach a wine tour is a must – cycle tours combined with cellar door tastings are also a fun option.
✈ Blenheim – Christchurch (2 Nights): Then fly onto Christchurch for 2 nights where you can relax in the charming ‘Garden City’. Take a trip to Kaikoura on the coast for a thrilling day spotting seals, penguins, dolphins and whales!
✈ Christchurch – Queenstown (3 Nights): Your final internal flight will take you to Queenstown for 3 nights. This alpine city is the adventure capital of NZ set on the shores of Lake Wakatipu. If the exhilaration of adventure sports is not your thing then the spectacular scenery alone will enthral you. From here take a day trip to the stunning fiords of Milford Sound home to seals, penguins and dolphins and where waterfalls tumble into the waters from dense forests high above. It is truly stunning.
✈ Queenstown – UK: On your final day we’ll return you to the airport, for your flight home to the UK.
Why choose eShores?
One to One Service
Our experienced personal travel consultants will ensure you find the most suitable holiday, whilst taking care of every last detail. Everything from start to finish will be effortless.
100% Tailor Made
We can use any hotel, in any destination, so we will craft an itinerary to suit your exact needs. Also, as we can provide any itinerary, the only holiday we'll offer, is the one that's right for you.
Fully Protected
Our ATOL bonding provides you with the financial protection you need and as a member of the Travel Trust Association, you'll have 100% financial protection. Covering you for any eventuality.
Competitive Pricing
As a tour operator & travel agent, we'll search the market to ensure that we find you the best price. Also as an online business, we can ensure our prices are as competitive as possible.
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Anonymous
We contacted eShores having visited the website to discuss a tailor made holiday to the Sporades islands. We spoke to one of the Travel Consultants, Kadie Ryan, who was friendly, efficient and knowledgeable. We received a quote shortly following our conversation and with Kadie's help were able to book our holiday with ease the next day. We are very happy with our experience booking this holiday.
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ColinMichael
Fantastic Holiday. Just returned from a great South African holiday, Cape Town 3 nights, Pilanesberg Safari 3 nights and a week in Zanzibar. Big thanks to Chris again, his knowledge helped organise and plan this vacation. This is the second long haul holiday he has booked for us. Each holiday has been faultless even though we have changed the itinerary to suit . The Safari he recommended on this trip, Ivory Tree in Pilanesberg was 5 STAR and made the holiday, another tick on the bucket list. Eshores customer service is second to none. I recommended this company to my daughter who is presently on a Canadian fly drive with them and is thoroughly enjoying it. Based on previous experience Chris has now helped us book Australia, Hong Kong & Dubai for next February, can’t wait. All their trips are good value for money, would not have any hesitation in recommending them.
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Julie
First time booking with eshores, so far So good, everything seems to be going smoothly, our adviser Chris is really helpful and communication and itinerary’s are all great.
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Susan
Gavin truly understands what we like but isn't worried about suggesting new countries or places of interest. All his suggestions have been spot on and enriched our holidays, he is a pleasure to work with. We look forward to many more adventures.
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Paul
Very knowledgeable and helpful Prompt replies and very quick to answer any questions
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DarrenBoyd
Very happy with what we booked, ( we asked for a trip/experience to Egypt), and Rachel put something together and within the budget we asked for. Once we reviewed it, we tweaked it several times for what we wanted in parts and Rachel did the rest. Very personable and pleasant to deal with. I think we will be looking at other experience holidays through E Shore in the future rather than your standard package holiday.
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Helen
Excellent service from Andy.
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Ian
Emma did significant grafting on my behalf, and remained understanding when my requirements involved quite a bit of chopping & changing.
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Jacqueline
Cannot recommend our booking experience enough with Anna, friendly, very efficient and took time to help us get the trip we wanted. Would use exhorts next time we book for certain.
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Claire
Booked with eshores last year. Holiday was excellent and everything ran smoothly. We had one problem with one of the transfers in which we missed the plane and had to pay for the next flight but that was sorted and refunded when we returned home. Booked with them again for next year. Matt has been extremely helpful (and patient. We are a nightmare). Eshores are very competetive and I would not hesitate in recommending them and I hope to be using them for years to come.
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