14-Day New Zealand Vista Tour from Auckland: Rotorua, Wellington, Picton, Christchurch, Mt Cook, Dunedin, Te Anau, Milford Sound, Queenstown and Franz Josef | Flexible Independent Travel

【Rotorua to Wellington by Coach】
Your coach journey from Rotorua to Wellington takes you through the town of Taupō and alongside New Zealand's largest lake, a massive volcanic caldera formed during one of the world's biggest eruptions. As you skirt Tongariro National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, you may catch a glimpse of the 2,500-meter peak of the active Mt. Ruapehu, weather permitting. Continuing south, you'll pass through rural towns like Taihape, Mangaweka, and Bulls before reaching the scenic Kapiti Coast, leading you into Wellington, New Zealand's vibrant capital.
【Private Transfer from the Wellington Train/ Bus Station to your Wellington Accommodation】
You will be met on arrival at Wellington train station and transferred to your accommodation.

【New Zealand Portrait Gallery】
The New Zealand Portrait Gallery Te Pūkenga Whakaata is a small gallery which tells the stories of New Zealanders through the art of portraiture. The Gallery is located in Shed 11 on Wellington's waterfront.
【City Gallery Wellington】
Showing art that is sometimes challenging and always captivating from some of the world's leading artists, City Gallery Wellington is known for world-class exhibitions of contemporary New Zealand and international art. It is located in Te Ngākau Civic Square.
【Private Transfer from your Accommodation to the Ferry Terminal】
You will be collected from your accommodation and transferred to the ferry terminal in time for your ferry check-in.
【Ferry Wellington to Picton】
The 92 km journey between Wellington and Picton, often called "one of the most beautiful ferry rides in the world", takes about 3 hours. As the ferry leaves Wellington Harbour, it passes notable landmarks, including Pencarrow Head, home to New Zealand’s oldest lighthouse (1859), Red Rocks, where a seal colony resides, and Oterangi Bay, the site of the country's highest recorded wind speed of 268 kph (167 mph).
Crossing the Cook Strait, you'll enjoy stunning views of the Kaikōura Ranges on the South Island, with dolphins and sea birds frequently spotted. About an hour of the cruise takes you through the Marlborough Sounds, a breathtaking region of bush-clad mountains, small islands, clear waters, and secluded bays perfect for photography. The journey ends in the picturesque town of Picton, after passing through Queen Charlotte Sound.

【Franz Josef to Greymouth Train Station Transfer】
Head north from Franz Josef to the historic gold mining region of Hokitika. Known for its Pounamu (New Zealand Greenstone) this seaside town has a rich history dating back to the 1860's. Continue to Greymouth, the largest town on the West Coast and the starting point for the next leg of your journey - the TranzAlpine Scenic Train.
【TranzAlpine Scenic Train: Greymouth to Christchurch】
Considered one of the world's great train journeys, the TranzAlpine Scenic Train takes you from Greymouth to Christchurch. Travel across the South Island from the west to the east coast through Arthur's Pass National Park. From the comfort of your carriage see lush beech forest, deep river valleys and the spectacular peaks of the Southern Alps. Descend to the windswept Canterbury Plains before arriving in the city of Christchurch.
【Shared Transfer from the TranzAlpine Railway Station to your Christchurch Accommodation】
On arrival at the Christchurch railway station, you will be met by a driver and transferred to your accommodation.

【Private Transfer from your Christchurch Accommodation to the Christchurch Airport】
A private transfer will collect you from your accommodation and transfer you to Christchurch Airport in time for your departing flight.