# New Zealand north-to-south highlights · More time in the middle and at the far end

[Canonical itinerary](<https://zukio.com/trips/oceania/open-jaw/new-zealand-north-to-south-highlights-z0779/>)

More time in the middle and at the far end

- Region: Oceania
- Trip format: Open jaw
- Nights: 12
- Interests: Food & Drink, History, Politics, Nature, Arts & Theatre

## Route and nights

- Auckland · 3 night(s)
- Wellington · 4 night(s)
- Christchurch · 5 night(s)

Tradeoff: The middle base gets time of its own. Book the last gateway separately and compare the total transport cost.

Compare: Rail, ferry and/or flight to compare

## Day-by-day agenda

Suggested schedule. Times are local. Check hours and availability for your dates.

### Day 1 · Auckland

Check in and keep the first evening near your base.
Overnight: Auckland

### Day 2 · Auckland

Market lunch and a neighborhood dinner
Overnight: Auckland

### Day 3 · Auckland

Auckland Museum and city history
Overnight: Auckland

### Day 4 · Wellington

Transfer from Auckland to Wellington. Allow time for luggage, check-in and any connections.
Overnight: Wellington

### Day 5 · Wellington

Parliament visitor program candidate
Overnight: Wellington

### Day 6 · Wellington

Botanic Garden and hill walks
Overnight: Wellington

### Day 7 · Wellington

Te Papa exhibits and local galleries
Overnight: Wellington

### Day 8 · Christchurch

Transfer from Wellington to Christchurch. Allow time for luggage, check-in and any connections.
Overnight: Christchurch

### Day 9 · Christchurch

City history and heritage buildings
Overnight: Christchurch

### Day 10 · Akaroa

Harbour town and French settlement context
Overnight: Christchurch

### Day 11 · Christchurch

Botanic Gardens and Avon River paths
Overnight: Christchurch

### Day 12 · Christchurch

Riverside Market and neighborhood cafés
Overnight: Christchurch

### Day 13 · Christchurch

Check out and leave time for the trip to your departure point.