Auckland, New Zealand - Queenstown, New Zealand 14 days trip

Famed for its cultural diversity and vibrant energy, this metropolis boasts parks and museums, two harbors, and great restaurants.

An icon of Auckland's cityscape, the tower offers an observation deck with superb views, a revolving restaurant, and bungee jumping.

Take in the lively ambiance as you make your way through Auckland's central streets, lined with shops and cafes for any taste.

Set in a fine Neoclassical building with lush grounds, this museum traces New Zealand's history, as well as its natural history.

A historic park full of cultural landmarks, lush greenery, athletic and recreational facilities, and gorgeous sprawling lawns.

Offering an array of beaches with many fun water activities, this island is also home to art galleries and superb local vineyards.

This beautiful island is a recognized nature reserve, famed for its variety of native birds, plant species, and nice guided tours.

Lined with restaurants with residential buildings, this flourishing district is brimming with energy and a posh atmosphere.

Home to over 15,000 items, this gallery exhibits New Zealand, Pacific, and European artists from the 16C onwards.

With fine white sand and an abundance of restaurants, clubs, and bars, this dynamic beach is the perfect getaway for beach-lovers.

Affording spectacular views over Auckland, this volcanic summit boasts a significant Maori memorial and lush parkland.

This hilly area stretches for 25km and boasts several natural features popular with nature lovers, from surf beaches to hiking trails.

This iconic volcanic island boasts strong links to local Maori heritage, offering great hiking and incredible views from the top.

Home to over 10,000 plants, these vast botanic gardens boast an array of thematic gardens and an informative visitors' center.

Comprised of sections imitating various habitats, this zoo is home to New Zealand's largest collection of native and exotic animals.

A gem of architectural history, this village replicates New Zealand's colonial township, featuring original buildings and a museum.

A historic neighborhood known for its upscale nature, boasting a range of lush restaurants, art galleries, and posh nightclubs.

Perfect for surfing, fishing, and lots of other watersports, this incredible beach also offers nice picnic areas and great swimming.

Dive into a world of fascinating marine creatures, or take a glass boat to explore the colorful fish surrounding this scenic island.

An off-the-beaten-path destination with authentic New Zealandian atmosphere.

Walk through the town center and get a feel for the local culture.

A web of popular limestone caves, offering a range of tours from easy to extreme, famed for its glow-worm colonies and stalactites.

Explore the beautiful gorge on any of its many tracks, or come with a picnic baskets and simply enjoy the rich scenery.

Hike through this remarkable geothermal area to admire the breathtaking hot springs, each with unique characteristics and colors.

A chain of vivid blue waterfalls cascading into Lake Taupo. Hike along the way and explore the lush surrounding nature.

New Zealand's capital is a city with upbeat energies, boasting a thriving nightlife, rich museums, historic buildings, and more.

A splendid national museum tracing the history of New Zealand's bicultural coexistence, its diverse nature, people, and wildlife.

An excellent museum tracing the history of Wellington from its Maori legacy, to European settlements, naval development, and beyond.

Wander the streets to get a taste of the city and its vibrant ambiance, visiting museums for a take on local culture and heritage.

Littered with cultural curios and boasting a plethora of native and foreign plants, this garden is full of nice walking paths.

Rich in Maori and European history, this island also retains an almost pristine ecosystem full of indigenous animal and bird species.

Famed even before their appearance in the "Lord of the Rings" films, these pillars are a fascinating geological curio.

A great restoration endeavor, this wildlife sanctuary is dedicated to the reintroduction and conservation of native flora and fauna.

A favored swimming spot, this beach is a family-friendly alcove with beautiful scenery, featuring a playground and a cafe.

Famed for marvelous bohemian atmosphere and a myriad of hip music venues, this quarter is full of cool shops, boutiques, and cafes.

In memory of New Zealand's part in the WWI, this 3-part exhibit depicts the soldier's daily lives, personal accounts, and more.

Feed and pet a multitude of native animals and birds in this large reserve, full of lovely natural features and great for all ages.

A must for all wine lovers, explore New Zealand's Wine Region to sample wines from an array of excellent wineries.

An off-the-beaten-path destination with authentic New Zealandian atmosphere.

Walk through the town center and get a feel for the local culture.

Saturated with Maori legends, these spring can be dived or explored on foot, and are simply gorgeous to behold.

Explore these gorgeous caves to admire its stalagmites, stalactites, and skeleton of an extinct moa.

Although it is the smallest of New Zealand's national parks, this park boasts rivers, forests, hills, islands, beaches, and more.

The center of New Zealnd's beer brewing and fruit growing, get lost among orchards, and make sure to sample some local crafts.

New Zealand's third-largest city boasts an array of architectural styles, landmarks of cultural significance, and many green areas.

With a variety of alcoves - including rose and herb gardens, as well as a fernery - this botanic garden promises a nice afternoon.

Lined with shops, eccentric cafes, and historic buildings, Christchurch's central streets echo many European cities with its grace.

Christchurch's largest park boasts sprawling lawns and abundant greenery, perfect for strolling, picnicking, or just to read a book.

A wildlife and nature reserve preserving local ecosystem and native fauna, such as kiwi, takahe, tuatara, and others.

An open-range zoo housing over 400 animals, offering close encounters with diverse wildlife, including lions, rhinos, and giraffes.

With the largest ski area in New Zealand's South Island, Mount Hutt is a popular attraction for winter sports enthusiasts.

Set in a Gothic Revival mansion, this museum houses exhibits on Maori culture, history, geology, natural history, art, and more.

Take the cable car to the mountaintop, where panorama of the whole area awaits you. Enjoy the cafe or hike to the nearby lookout.

This museum traces the history of the Royal New Zealand Air Force, exhibiting an array of aircraft, a simulator, weapons, and more.

A memorial consisting of 185 unique chairs, each representing a life that had perished in the 2011 Christchurch earthquake.

Offering a range of walking and hiking trails of all difficulty levels, this forest park also features heritage sites and camping.

Featuring a number of hikes and treks of varying difficulty, this breathtaking park boasts mountains, rivers, lagoons, and more.

With beautiful lakeside scenery by day, Lake Tekapo is part of the protected Dark Sky Reserve, and therefor a fabulous place to view the stars.

Stroll through this lovely town, taking in the breathtaking views.

Located within easy distances from a village, this gorgeous glacier stretched for 13km and can be explored with guided groups.

New Zealand's longest glacier boasts a length of 27km, stunning scenery, beautiful lakes, and heli-skiing opportunities.

This tiny mountain village offers the best access to New Zealand's beautiful Fox Glacier, as well as several eateries.

Situated at the foot of the majestic Mt. Cook, take a stroll around New Zealand's largest Alpine Lake, known for its bright aqua color.

Take a guided tour to explore the glaciers up close, uniquely situated near the ocean, as well as the park's beaches and mountains.

With peaks reaching over 3,000 meters tall, this craggy landscape is made up of ice, rock, mountains, and breathtaking scenery.

With the largest ski area in New Zealand's South Island, Mount Hutt is a popular attraction for winter sports enthusiasts.

Full of waterfalls, gorges, and a primal natural beauty, this canyon is a great destination off the beaten path for nature-lovers.

An off-the-beaten-path destination with authentic New Zealandian atmosphere.

Walk through the town center and get a feel for the local culture.

Located within easy distances from a village, this gorgeous glacier stretched for 13km and can be explored with guided groups.

New Zealand's longest glacier boasts a length of 27km, stunning scenery, beautiful lakes, and heli-skiing opportunities.

With fascinating history, superb cultural venues, and a rich architectural legacy, this lively university city will charm you.

Walk along the central streets with its variety of shops, admiring local street art and lovely historic buildings.

Hike through farmland and through a tunnel to this beach, famed for its sandstone arch and caves riddling the looming cliffs.

Take a tour through one of New Zealand's most favored breweries, learning about its history, preparation process, and various tastes.

Tracing the history of the region from its early Maori settlers, this museum houses vehicles, portraits, and interactive exhibits.

This narrow headland is home to a diversity of wildlife, lush natural landscape, and several historic sites.

If you walk along the Koekohe Beach you'll encounter these uniquely smooth boulders strewn along the coast.

The world's only mainland breeding center of albatross is also home to a historic fort, and other birds such as blue penguins.

Boasting traditional Chinese architecture, this garden features a lake, a teahouse, and a wealth of atmospheric charm.

The oldest botanic gardens in New Zealand boast a variety of gardens, several notable statues, playgrounds, a pond, and more.

Dunedin's largest public art museum holds New Zealandian and international artworks, including an exhibition of decorative arts.

One of the most famous land formations in the region can be admired from a viewpoint at the end of an easy 20-minute ling trail.

Take a tour through this beautiful private reserve, home to a colony of endangered yellow-eyed penguins. Be sure to book in advance.

Offering a wealth of activities year-round, this popular lakeside resort town is known for its mountaineering, fishing, and hiking.

Producing superb wines, this winery is also famed for its breathtaking scenery, overlooking the lake and riddled with goat paths.

Admire the landscape surrounding the town as you walk the streets, visiting its many interesting restaurants and lively parks.

Spanning several buildings and hangars, this museum is home to over 30,000 toys and a selection of cars, trucks, aircraft, and more.

A resort town offering a plethora of thrilling activities among gorgeous landscape, as well as a fine galleries, eateries, and more.

One of New Zealand's favored natural attractions, this fiord is riddled with waterfalls and offers breathtaking scenery year-round.

An off-the-beaten-path destination with authentic New Zealandian atmosphere.

Walk through the town center and get a feel for the local culture.

One of New Zealand's favored natural attractions, this fiord is riddled with waterfalls and offers breathtaking scenery year-round.

A resort town offering a plethora of thrilling activities among gorgeous landscape, as well as a fine galleries, eateries, and more.