New Zealand 6 Day Itinerary

New Zealand 6-Day Travel Itinerary (Markdown Format)

Day 1: Auckland

  • Arrival at Auckland Airport. Obtain an NZeTA (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority) if you’re not a visa-waiver country citizen.
  • Visit the Sky Tower for panoramic city views and Auckland Museum to learn about Maori and colonial history.
  • Explore Viaduct Harbour, home to numerous cafes, bars, and yachts.
  • Take a ferry to Waiheke Island for wine tasting and beautiful beaches.

Day 2: Rotorua

  • Travel to Rotorua (approx. 3 hours by car or bus).
  • Visit Te Puia for geysers, mud pools, and Maori cultural performances.
  • Explore Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland for unique geothermal landscapes.
  • Relax in a natural hot spring or visit a local spa.

Day 3: Waitomo Glowworm Caves & Hobbiton

  • Visit the Waitomo Glowworm Caves for a boat tour under thousands of glowworms.
  • Travel to Matamata and visit the Hobbiton Movie Set from The Lord of the Rings.
  • Overnight stay in Hamilton or nearby town.

Day 4: Hamilton - Christchurch

  • Flight to Christchurch (approx. 1 hour).
  • Visit ChristChurch Cathedral, Botanic Gardens, and Canterbury Museum.
  • Explore the Re:START Container Mall for shopping and food.

Day 5: Christchurch - Queenstown

  • Flight to Queenstown (approx. 1 hour).
  • Visit Skyline Queenstown for gondola rides, luge, and stunning views of the region.
  • Take a scenic cruise on Milford Sound, one of New Zealand’s most beautiful natural wonders.

Day 6: Queenstown - Departure

  • Enjoy a day exploring Queenstown, try bungee jumping at Kawarau Bridge or relax at the Onsen Hot Pools.
  • Prepare for departure and head to Queenstown Airport.