# New Zealand north-to-south highlights · Short middle stop and a slower finish

[Canonical itinerary](<https://zukio.com/trips/oceania/open-jaw/new-zealand-north-to-south-highlights-z0780/>)

Short middle stop and a slower finish

- Region: Oceania
- Trip format: Open jaw
- Nights: 11
- Interests: History, Design, Nature, Food & Drink, Arts & Theatre

## Route and nights

- Auckland · 4 night(s)
- Wellington · 2 night(s)
- Christchurch · 5 night(s)

Tradeoff: Two nights in the middle means one main visit. Keep a substantial final base for the last stretch.

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

Auckland Museum and city history
Overnight: Auckland

### Day 3 · Auckland

Waterfront public spaces and historic streets
Overnight: Auckland

### Day 4 · Auckland

Volcanic summit paths and harbor viewpoints
Overnight: Auckland

### Day 5 · Wellington

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

### Day 6 · Wellington

Botanic Garden and hill walks
Overnight: Wellington

### Day 7 · Christchurch

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

### Day 8 · Christchurch

Post-earthquake rebuilding and architecture
Overnight: Christchurch

### Day 9 · Akaroa

Harbour town and French settlement context
Overnight: Christchurch

### Day 10 · Christchurch

Riverside Market and neighborhood cafés
Overnight: Christchurch

### Day 11 · Christchurch

Christchurch Art Gallery
Overnight: Christchurch

### Day 12 · Christchurch

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