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Rotorua - Christchurch - Invercargill

 
Overview
Day 1
Rotorua to Taupo
Day 2
Taupo to National Park
Day 3
National Park to Wanganui
Day 4
Wanganui to Palmerston North
Day 5
Palmerston North to Wellington
Day 6
Wellington to Nelson
Day 7
Nelson to Murchison
Day 8
Murchison to Hanmer Springs
Day 9
Hanmer Springs to Christchurch
Day 10
Christchurch to Mt Cook Village
Day 11
Mt Cook Village to Queenstown
Day 12
Queenstown to Te Anau
Day 13
Te Anau to Milford Sound
Day 14
Te Anau to Invercargill
 

Overview

Start Rotorua / Finish Invercargill
Recommended Length: 14 Days
Distance: 2246 km (1404 miles)

This is an itinerary for people who love wild places and outdoor adventures. Begin with the geothermal attractions of Rotorua and Taupo, then get close to the volcanoes of Tongariro National Park. Embark on a river adventure in Wanganui on the way to Wellington’s cultural fun. The alpine village of St Arnaud gives you a taste of South Island adventure, while in Hanmer Springs you can enjoy spa therapies. Christchurch has heritage architecture and gardens to admire. Your last few days offer a range of mountain-country experiences – explore the walks around Mt Cook village and enjoy the high life in Queenstown. Nothing beats a boat trip on Milford Sound, from Te Anau or Queenstown.


 

 

Route Summary

   
  Travel time:   Km/Miles
Day 1
Rotorua to Taupo
1 hr  81/51
Day 2
Taupo to National Park
1.5 hrs  98/61
Day 3
National Park to Wanganui
1.5 hrs  123/77
Day 4
Wanganui to Palmerston North
1 hr  72/45
Day 5
Palmerston North to Wellington
1.75 hrs  139/87
Day 6
Wellington to Nelson
4.75 hrs  243/152
Day 7
Nelson to Murchison
1 hr  88/55
Day 8
Murchison to Hanmer Springs
3 hrs  229/143
Day 9
Hanmer Springs to Christchurch
1.75 hrs  135/84
Day 10
Christchurch to Mt Cook Village
4.25 hrs  334/209
Day 11
Mt Cook Village to Queenstown
3.25 hrs  258/161
Day 12
Queenstown to Te Anau
2.25 hrs  172/108
Day 13
Te Anau to Milford Sound
1.5 hrs  117/73
Day 14
Te Anau to Invercargill
2 hrs  157/98
Totals for Driving Route 30.5 hrs  2246/1404

 

 
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