Christchurch to Franz Josef (via Arthur’s Pass)

Pick up rental car or join guided tour

Drive through the scenic Arthur’s Pass National Park

Stop at Castle Hill and Otira Viaduct Lookout

 Franz Josef to Queenstown

Optional: Morning glacier heli-hike or scenic flight

Drive south through Haast Pass, Wanaka (stop at Lake Wanaka, That Wanaka Tree)

Arrive in Queenstown in the evening

Explore Queenstown

Adventure activities: Choose bungee jumping, skydiving, or jet boating

Ride the Skyline Gondola for views + optional luge rides

Milford Sound Day TripFull-day tour to Milford Sound (by coach or self-drive)

Enjoy a scenic cruise through the fjord with waterfalls and marine life

Return to Queenstown in the evening

 Fly to Wellington

Morning flight from Queenstown to Wellington (1.5 hrs)

Explore the capital:

Te Papa Museum

Cable Car & Botanic Gardens

Waterfront promenade

Wellington to Rotorua (via flight or drive to Taupo/Rotorua)Fly to Rotorua or drive through Taupo (if extended travel is okay)

Visit geothermal attractions: Wai-O-Tapu, mud pools, geysers

Maori cultural experience with traditional dinner (hangi)

: Rotorua to Auckland (Departure)