Contrasts of New Zealand, Australia and Fiji 22 Day Self Drive Tour Itinerary

Enjoy exploring the vibrant “City of Sails” at your own pace. Auckland is a stunning harbourside city surrounded by volcanic cones, sparkling waters, and beautiful islands, offering a relaxed mix of urban energy and coastal charm.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Private airport transfer
• Explore at your leisure
• 1 night in Auckland

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Experience the City of Sails from a new height with admission to the Sky Tower and take in panoramic views as the sun sets and the city lights begin to glow.

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Collect your rental vehicle and travel through Waikato farmland to the world-famous Hobbiton Movie Set and explore the rolling hills of the Shire. Continue to Rotorua, New Zealand’s geothermal and cultural heartland, for a Māori cultural performance and hāngī feast.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Traditional hāngi dinner

• Hobbiton Movie Set guided tour

• Māori cultural experience

• 1 night in Rotorua

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Return your rental vehicle and fly to Christchurch before collecting your next rental and travelling through the spectacular landscapes of the South Island to Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park, part of the UNESCO-listed Te Wāhipounamu World Heritage Area.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Domestic flight to Christchurch
• Rental vehicle collection
• 2 nights in Mount Cook

Approximate Distance: 332 km | 206 miles  Total Driving Time: 4 hours 30 mins

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Enjoy a full day discovering scenic walking trails, glacial rivers and mountain viewpoints, or simply relax and take in the magnificent surroundings. 

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast
• Explore at your leisure

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As evening falls, you may like to experience some of the clearest night skies in the Southern Hemisphere – perfect for stargazing.

Spend the morning enjoying the beauty of Mount Cook before travelling south through ever-changing landscapes of rugged mountain ranges, until you arrive in Queenstown, New Zealand’s adventure capital, nestled on the shores of Lake Wakatipu.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast
• Scenic Lindis Pass
• Explore at your leisure
• 2 nights in Queenstown

Approximate Distance: 263 km | 163 miles  Total Driving Time: 3 hours 30 mins

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Experience one of New Zealand’s most iconic natural wonders on a full-day journey through Fiordland National Park. Travel the spectacular Milford Road by coach, cruise Milford Sound beneath towering cliffs and waterfalls, then enjoy a scenic flight back to Queenstown.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast, lunch (subject to departure)
• Glass roof coach tour
• Milford Sound nature cruise
• Return flight over Milford Sound

As you travel from Queenstown to Franz Josef, witness how mountain passes, native rainforest and rugged coastline combine to create one of the country's most scenic drives.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Wānaka stopover
• Scenic Haast Pass
• Explore at your leisure
• 2 nights in Franz Josef

Approximate Distance: 350 km | 218 miles  Total Driving Time: 5 hours 

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Take to the skies on an unforgettable helicopter flight over Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers, enjoying spectacular views of ancient ice formations and the Southern Alps before landing on the snow for a unique glacier experience.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Twin Glacier helicopter flight
• Snow landing experience
• Franz Josef Glacier & Fox Glacier

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Take advantage of your glacial experience and add-on a 2-hour guided hike for a hands-on adventure across the icy terrain.

Travel north along the rugged West Coast to Greymouth and drop off your rental vehicle before boarding the world-renowned TranzAlpine train for one of the globe’s greatest rail journeys. Travel through mountain passes and spectacular gorges before arriving in Christchurch.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Rental vehicle return
• TranzAlpine rail journey
• Private transfer upon arrival in Christchurch
• 1 night in Christchurch

Approximate Distance: 173 km | 107 miles  Total Driving Time: 2 hours 30 mins

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Today you will depart Christchurch and fly to Australia’s cultural capital – Melbourne! Explore a vibrant mix of laneway cafés, boutique shopping and beautiful parks.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Private airport transfers
• International flight to Melbourne
• Explore at your leisure
• 3 nights in Melbourne

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Journey along the Great Ocean Road on a guided small-group tour, enjoying coastal views, a walk through an ancient rainforest, unforgettable encounters with koalas and iconic landmarks like the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Morning tea

• Koala spotting

• Twelve Apostles & Loch Ard Gorge

• Guided tour of the Great Otway National Park rainforest

The spectacular Great Ocean Road is one of the world's most beautiful and naturally maintained secrets! Experience and enjoy the breathtaking coastline. Every twist and turn exposes you to stretches of broad, uninterrupted beaches, dramatic coastlines and the lush rainforests of the Otway Ranges - all of which provide an amazing postcard backdrop for all your memories!

Enjoy the stunning coastal views and long golden surf beaches at some of Australia's most impressive beaches, look for koalas & native birds in the wild, and end up marveling at the World famous 12 Apostles.

Fly to Cairns, the gateway to Tropical North Queensland surrounded by rainforest-covered mountains and the Coral Sea. Here you have access to two World Heritage-listed natural wonders: the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Private airport transfers
• Domestic flight to Cairns
• Explore at your leisure
• 3 nights in Cairns

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Spend the day at two premium reef sites, including the spectacular Great Barrier Reef, where you can snorkel, take glass-bottom boat tours, feed tropical fish, and enjoy cultural presentations.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Lunch
• Full-day Great Barrier Reef cruise & guided snorkelling experience
• Glass-bottom boat tour
• Indigenous cultural experience

Travel deep into the World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest and experience a scenic coastal tour, a soothing Daintree River cruise, and a guided rainforest walk showcasing unique ecosystems.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Morning tea, lunch, ice cream tasting
• Daintree River wildlife cruise and return ferry
• Guided rainforest tour and swim
• Cape Tribulation visit

Fly to Sydney and settle into Australia’s most iconic city. This evening, enjoy a memorable dinner cruise across the Sydney Harbour, taking in spectacular views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge as the city lights come to life.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Dinner
• Private airport transfers
• Domestic flight to Sydney
• Sunset Harbour dining cruise
• 3 nights in Sydney

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Spend the morning exploring Sydney at your leisure before joining a guided tour of the world-famous Sydney Opera House. Discover the fascinating history, architecture and behind-the-scenes stories of one of the world’s most recognisable landmarks.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Explore at your leisure
• Guided Sydney Opera House tour

Journey into the spectacular Blue Mountains World Heritage Area. Visit native wildlife, admire dramatic valleys and waterfalls, enjoy lunch overlooking the Jamison Valley and take in breathtaking views from iconic lookouts including Govetts Leap.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Morning tea, lunch
• Calmsley Hill admission
• Guided Blue Mountains National Park tour
• Three Sisters lookout

Depart Sydney today and fly to Fiji, where a relaxing beachfront retreat on the Coral Coast invites you to unwind among palm-fringed beaches, turquoise waters, and warm Fijian hospitality.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Private airport transfers
• International flight to Fiji
• Explore at your leisure
• 3 nights in Coral Coast

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Enjoy a free day to experience the beauty of Fiji’s Coral Coast. Choose from snorkelling, diving, river adventures, cultural village visits, waterfall tours or simply relax on the beach.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Explore at your leisure

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Opt for a day trip to Castaway Island, one of Fiji’s most beautiful island resorts, and relax on palm-fringed beaches, snorkel in crystal-clear waters, or enjoy the freshwater swimming pools.

Enjoy a final full day in paradise. Relax by the pool, indulge in a spa treatment, snorkel the vibrant reefs or simply soak up the tropical atmosphere.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Explore at your leisure

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Spend your final night on a sunset dinner cruise, enjoying live Fijian entertainment and a tropical buffet of fresh island cuisine with ocean views.

Vinaka Vakalevu! Today you will be transferred to Nadi Airport for your onward flight, departing with unforgettable memories of New Zealand’s breathtaking landscapes, Australia’s iconic wildlife and Fiji’s relaxed island charm.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Private airport transfer

Inspired by what you’ve seen? Let’s create a multi-country journey that’s uniquely yours.

Speak with a Travel Designer to start planning your personalised escape.