New Zealand Expedition
About the trip
Join us for an unforgettable Motorhome self-drive adventure through the breathtaking landscapes of New Zealand with Offbeat Adventure Drives.
Discover culturally significant places and hear stories connected to them from our local guides. Drive through Iconic Trails from from pristine beaches to majestic mountains, explore the heart of the ‘Land of the Long White Cloud’, discovering hidden gems and iconic sites along the way, sprinkled with awe inspiring experiences!!!
Flavor’s of the authentic cuisine will leave you wanting more. This adventure promises unforgettable experiences at every turn.
Expedition Type
Escorted 4×4 Self Drive Expedition
Date
22 December, ’24 – 05′ January 2025
Duration
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Package Cost
From 5,79,500/- PP Onwards + GST & Taxes *
Discover New Zealand
Home of Epic Landscapes
Day 1
Sunday 22 Dec, ‘24 | No Driving Day Land in Auckland
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After airport pickup, check in to a 5-star hotel for a 2-day stay in Auckland, New Zealand’s largest city. Built on a volcanic field with 53 cones, including Rangitoto Island, Auckland is nicknamed the “City of Sails” for having the most boats per capita worldwide. It’s a vibrant hub for sailing enthusiasts.
Day 2
Monday 23 Dec, ‘24 / No Driving Day
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After a relaxed breakfast get on the Hop On Hop Off Bus to explore the city at our own pace.
Lunch Restaurant in the city Watch the Auckland Bridge Light Show Head to the Hotel to freshen up Dinner At of the Top 50 Restaurants in NZ Dress Code Smart Causals
Day 3
Tuesday 24 Dec, ‘24.1 210 kms Start the Day Early Check out from our hotel
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Drive to Rotorua and check in at the Motorhome Park. Enjoy lunch in the city followed by a surprise experience in the evening, and dinner at a mystery location. Rotorua is famous for its geothermal activity, including the erupting Pohutu Geyser and the unique bioluminescent Lake Rotorua. It’s also known as the Maori cultural heartland, offering traditional performances, legends, and historic sites like Mokoia Island and the Tama-te-Kapua Meeting House.
Day 4
Wednesday 25 Dec, 24 | 40-ish kms After B/fast we start our Rotorua experience by visiting
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Visit Te Puia’s Maori village, see Pohutu Geyser, and explore traditional Maori crafts. Enjoy special meals, including a Christmas lunch and fine dining. Discover ancient kauri trees and authentic Maori art. Experience a traditional hangi feast and Maori fry bread.
DAY 5
Thursday 26 Dec, ‘24 / 325 kms Early morning departure—we have an exciting day lined up for you
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*Surprise Experience* We’ve got an awe inspiring experience lined up—from 1100 hrs to 1630 hrs.
Lunch part of the experience Curated route for you drive a really exciting drive with some: unique pit stops Dinner At a restaurant at the Motorhome park
Day 6
The Southernmost capital in the world
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Wellington, the windiest city in the world, is known for its iconic Beehive building, unique architecture, and vibrant café culture. It’s a UNESCO City of Literature with many bookshops and hidden WWII tunnels beneath the streets. Explore Mount Victoria and Cuba Street’s quirky cafés, shops, and street art. Enjoy lunch on your own and a smart-casual dinner at a fine dining restaurant.
Day 7
Saturday 28 Dec, ‘24 / 330 kms Another early morning start
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Catch the 8:30 am Cook Strait ferry from Wellington to Picton with breakfast on board. Drive through the famous Marlborough wine region and enjoy lunch at a vineyard. Travel along the scenic South Island’s western coast and end the day with a BBQ dinner under the stars at a forest campsite.
Day 8
Sunday 29 Dec, 24 / 280 kms
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After a leisurely breakfast in the comfort of our own Motorhomes, we will set on another scenic and spectacular coastal drive with lots of exciting and interesting *Pit Stops* Lunch & Dinner in highly rated Famous Restaurants
Day 9
Monday 30 Dec, ‘24 / 350 kms Another exciting day packed with experiences.
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Choose between a scenic helicopter flight with snow landing or a 10,000 ft tandem skydive. Then drive to Queenstown, NZ’s party capital, with lunch en route. After checking in, enjoy sundowners at the floating bar and dinner at a top award-winning barbecue restaurant.
Day 10
Tuesday 31 Dec,‘24 Breakfast Make your own inthe Motorhome
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Morning surprise experience followed by the Queenstown Skyline Gondola ride, the steepest cable car in the Southern Hemisphere. Shop at Shotover Street and The Mall, then lunch at a renowned local spot. Enjoy sundowners with live music and craft beer, dinner at a top Indian restaurant, and celebrate New Year’s Eve with free entertainment and fireworks by the lake.
Day 11
Wednesday 01 Jan, ‘25 / 240 kms
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Early 7:00 am departure for a full-day surprise experience with breakfast en route. Enjoy a 7-hour adventure with lunch on your own. Drive through one of NZ’s most picturesque towns on a stunning route. End the day with a BBQ cookout under the stars while camping in the wild.
Day 12
Thursday 02 Jan, ‘25 | 400 kms
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Start early with breakfast at a famous restaurant, then drive through scenic roads past multiple lakes, including New Zealand’s Bluest Lake. Enjoy sandwiches for lunch and a surprise relaxing experience from 5 to 7 pm. Afterwards, drive to a wild campsite for a BBQ dinner under the stars.
Day 13
Friday 03 Jan, ‘25 / 250 kms After a leisurely breakfast, hit the road to our *Mystery Destination*
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A beautiful drive through Alpine landscapes with Lunch en route at a Award Winning Restaurant, famous for its pies, delivering all over NZ Dinner Alfresco in a stunning riverside location, catered to specially for us
Day 14
Saturday 04 Jan, 25 / 150 kms
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Breakfast in a Café Return the Motorhome at the airport Check in to a Five Star Hotel In Cathedral Square Activities Hop on Hop Off Heritage Tram /1 hr Board the tram at Cathedral Junction—there are 18 stops en route and the full circuit takes approximately 50 minutes to complete Lunch at one of the most famous.
restaurants in NZ Shopping/Sightseeing at the City Centre Dinner at the hotel
Day 15
Sunday 05 Jan, 25
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After a leisurely breakfast, depart for the airport as per flight timings In the true spirit of Overlanding, Exploration and Discovery, we focus on the journey and not just the Destination and we leave with memories, leaving behind just our tyre tracks and footprints.
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