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New Zealand is a destination where everything’s close – from dramatic natural scenery to vibrant cities. Its extraordinary geography offers a hugely diverse range of unique things to see and do. Hike through lush rainforests near glaciers, soak in geothermal hot pools surrounded by -capped mountains, and relax on perfect white sand beaches that stretch for miles. Sail on turquoise waters dotted with picturesque islands or cruise through towering fiords past cascading waterfalls. End each perfect day indulging in award-winning cuisine paired with wine from local vineyards that stretch through every region.

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1. Northland and Auckland 2. Thermal Explorer Highway 3. Pacific Coast Highway / TE IKA-A-MĀUI As ’s largest and most cosmopolitan city, Auckland sits on a massive Drive through the centre of the North Island and see the beating geothermal heart of the country, Follow this route from Auckland for a beach-infused road trip of spectacular sailboat-studded harbour, and offers buzzing nightlife, beautiful beaches, vineyards, passing crater lakes and volcanic cones that are the remnants of past eruptions. Starting south HAMILTON coastlines, forests and seaside villages, like in the . wildlife cruises and more. Head to the top of the 1000-foot-tall Sky Tower for a of Auckland, the highway runs through Hamilton then on to ; famous for its subterranean In , take a walk to the summit of Mount Maunganui for breathtaking horizon-spanning look over the city and the 50 islands that dot the harbour. Hop rafting and glowworm caves. Step into movie history at Hobbiton near Matamata and tour views of the surrounding beaches, towns, nearby cafés and shops. Or take a trip on a ferry to one of the islands, like Waiheke, to enjoy a sunny day of food, wine the ‘Shire’ movie set from and trilogies. In Rotorua, witness ROTORUA across sparkling blue waters by boat or helicopter to New Zealand’s most active and white sandy beaches. Travel north to arrive in the subtropical Northland, the geothermal geysers, bubbling mud pools and Māori cultural performances. Soak in thermal 3 volcano, White Island. Eastland’s relaxed coastal life is popular with surfers and spiritual home of New Zealand, rich in Māori culture, dense native forests, and hot springs or mountain bike through redwood forests. Further south at Tongariro it offers authentic Māori cultural experiences. Travel south to Hawke’s Bay for golden beaches and bays to sail, swim and kayak through. National Park you’ll find snow-capped mountains, fantastic hiking trails and fields. 2 Eastland outstanding wines and art deco architecture in Napier. TAUPO GISBORNE

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QUEENSTOWN 1 HR 1 HR, 45 MINS 1.5 HRS Canterbury 7 WHANGAREI West Coast 2 HRS CHRISTCHURCH AUCKLAND 1.5 HRS 3 HRS HAMILTON 3 HRS 1.5 HRS TAURANGA , Taranaki 1 HR Castle Point, Mackenzie ROTORUA TIMARU 3.5 HRS GISBORNE 4. Western North Island 3 HRS 5. Wellington and Wairarapa / 8 NAPIER The lower North Island, which includes New Zealand’s capital city of Wellington, The Western North Island is thrilling in both winter and summer, with Egmont Fiordland TE WAIPOUNAMU 2 HRS is the country’s creative hub. Indulge in fine wine, exquisite cuisine and coffee National Park home to the snow-capped Mount Taranaki, which provides PALMERSTON NORTH QUEENSTOWN excellent in winter and wonderful tramping trails all the way to the 2 HRS culture at a range of excellent eateries, or absorb some of New Zealand’s art and mountain’s peak. During summer the region boasts excellent surf beaches, great WELLINGTON culture at Wellington’s many galleries and the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa art galleries and always entertaining summer music festivals. To the east of the 3.5 HRS Tongarewa. Film buffs will get a kick out of Weta Cave, which features props and 1.5 HRS mountains, New Zealand’s longest navigable waterway, River, is KAIKOURA BLENHEIM behind the scenes stories from a range of films including The Lord of the Rings perfect for a guided kayak safari, or if you’re looking for something a little more 2.5 HRS 1.5 HRS and The Hobbit trilogies. Head north and you’ll reach Wairarapa and the Kapiti NELSON Coast, which are home to wildlife sanctuaries, wineries, world-class golf courses exciting you can brave the rapids of the Rangitikei River on a rafting trip. 9 DUNEDIN 3.5 HRS and artisanal food producers. GREYMOUTH Southland 4 HRS CHRISTCHURCH 2 HRS 3 HRS TIMARU 1 HR 2.5 HRS QUEENSTOWN DUNEDIN 3 HRS 2.5 HRS INVERCARGILL STEWART ISLAND / 1 HR RAKIURA STEWART ISLAND , Taranaki Bridge to Nowhere, Wellington Mount Victoria, Wellington

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6. Nelson and Marlborough 7. Canterbury and West Coast 8. Southern Lakes 9. Pure Southern Land

Marlborough is the gateway to the South Island, with travellers ferrying across the Known for rolling green pastures, jagged peaks of the Southern Alps and Nestled in the heart of the Southern Alps where mountain Hosting a wide range of well-preserved Victorian and Edwardian buildings as and through the beautiful . The area is renowned silvery beaches, Canterbury is home to world-class wildlife experiences, range meets , Queenstown is an adventurer’s playground in every well as spectacular rocky coasts, Coastal Otago and Southland are the perfect for its wineries, which are particularly noted for their world-class Sauvignon Blanc. lush vineyards and pristine glacial lakes. Christchurch, the largest city and season. Bungy jump right where the activity was invented at Kawarau Bridge or place for lovers of historic architecture and rugged landscapes. Drop by Dunedin Enjoy a tasting of award-winning vintages of years past and outstanding regional airport gateway in the South Island, is a place of intense creative energy as its jet boat down the Shotover River. Spend an autumn day looking at relics from and visit the historic Speights Brewery or take a trip out to the majestic Larnach cuisine at on-site restaurants. Located just west of Marlborough, Nelson overlooks residents rebuild in the wake of the 2011 earthquake. Drive north to Kaikoura the gold rush at , take a trip to Wanaka for winter skiing or embark Castle. The coast is also a treasure trove of incredible geological and wildlife the stunning Tasman Bay and Abel Tasman National Park, replete with golden to have to an up-close whale watching experience any time of year and to on a scenic helicopter flight over the Mount Aspiring National Park. Explore the sights including the Moeraki Boulders, blue and yellow-eye penguin, albatross and sand beaches and known for being one of the sunniest parts of New Zealand, it feast on delicious fresh crayfish. Head to Aoraki Mount Cook National Park breathtaking natural wonders that are Milford and Doubtful Sounds, witnessing fur seal colonies. At the bottom of New Zealand, Stewart Island is home to a wide is perfect for hiking, cycling, kayaking, fishing or taking a relaxing cruise. and fly by helicopter or hike to the Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers. their spectacular beauty either on the water or with a hike along the . range of rare native species, making it perfect for nature walks.

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An extensive network of air, train and road Tryphena Matakana C Wineries olv North Head Warkworth ille services mean most places can be reached by public Ch Kaipara Harbour Snells Kawau I an i-SITE Mansion House n Beach el Cuvier I transport. Buses and coaches link up with rail and Puhoi Motuora I COROMANDEL PENINSULA Walks  Coastal walkway Shelly Beach Hot pools Waiwera ferry operators to take you the length of the country, Orewa (Iles d‘Haussez) Kaukapakapa Silverdale Golf Tiritiri Matangi I Golf Course Wildlife sanctuary Great Mercury I (Ahuahu) and air travel is also available to most destinations. Parakai Stillwater Whangaparaoa Red Mercury I Hot pools (Whakau) Museum Helensville  Riverhead North Shore Castle Rock If you’re going to drive around New Zealand, driving  Wineries Art trail Coromandel Vineyard Huapai Kumeu Summit climb Onetangi Gannet colony Tunnels Oneroa WAIHEKE I tips, licenses, road rules and general information Muriwai Beach Historic tunnel Snorkelling Fishing Wineries Sea kayaking Ponui Island Whitianga Sea kayaking Base jumping (Chamberlins Māori pa Tower climb Māori pa Island) C Game Fishing as well as transport options can all be found on Casino AUCKLAND Golf Kawakawa O Beach hot spring Orere  R NZ Art gallery Piha Hiking Bay Surfing Amusement Historic Village O Bridge climb Point M newzealand.com. National Maritime Museum park Clevedon Tapu Square Waterfall Skiing Huia A The Aldermen Is Antarctic & underwater encounter kauri tree Kauri forest Mountain tracks Surfing Cave N Polynesian market Manurewa Hiking Snorkelling Diving Manukau Harbour D Hiking E Papakura Firth of Slipper Island L For recommended trip ideas in general, visit Drury Mountain (Whakahau) Clarks Beach Hot pools Thames A  Seabirds biking R Glenbrook Beach A Thames N COROMANDEL newzealand.com/int/trips-and-driving-itineraries Gold mining tours Pukekohe Bird watching G FOREST PARK E Hiking Waiuku Maramarua Whangamata Caves Tuakau Mercer   Ngatea Hiking Whiritoa Water garden P Kerepehi Mayor I/Tuhua i  Arts and crafts market a Game fishing k Gold mine tours W aikato Riv er Te Kauwhata o Port Waikato Lake Antiques Paeroa Waihi Waikare  R GoldW mining relics Rangiriri i Lake v a Walking tracks Waihi Beach i e h Whangape r Surfing o Jetboating THEMED HIGHWAYS u Tahuna Mountain biking Huntly Te Aroha  MATAKANA I HotR pools Karewa I These routes are marked with distinctive brown Rotowaro Waihou iv Katikati Game fishing Whakaari/White I Museume Murals Museum r Omokoroa Dolphin encounters Volcano tours Cape Runaway Māori Queen’s residence Marae experience Ngaruawahia Gordonton Beach Mount Motiti I road signs. 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The route starts at Amberley, O in Kayaking Bulls g R  Bungy jumping Airforce museum n a in the north of the Canterbury region, and runs to Winchester, where it links to Sanson h Hiking o Wallingford Rangitikei River Awahuri P State Highway 1. There are fabulous views of the Southern Alps on one side of Rongotea Gardens Tangimoana the road, complemented by the green serenity of the Canterbury Plains on the  Porangahau Palmerston North  other. Himatangi Beach Woodville Manawatu Museum Rugby Museum  Windfarm Cape Farewell Steam  Alpine Pacific Triangle: The Alpine Pacific Triangle takes you to the wine and Foxton Tokomaru Pahiatua Dune lakes food experiences of , the spa delights of and the Port Puponga Waitarere Flax museum Mangamaire Cape Turnagain Whanganui Inlet Eco safaris Farmstays Shannon Pongaroa marine mammal encounters of Kaikoura. Between destinations, you’ll enjoy Owl aviary A Seabirds GOLDEN E R G beautiful country scenery. BAY Levin N Sailing Coastal track Stephens I A Collingwood A Eketahuna Marine reserve R M RANGITOTO KE TE TONGA Eel feeding Coastal cruises Wildlife centre O  The Great Alpine Highway: From Christchurch, this route follows State A Kayaking Bird watching Kiwi house w R (D’Urville Island) A a A Rangitoto Is Walks h U an M r Pohara Nelson area Otaki g a Highway 73 west across river plains before rising to traverse the Southern Alps A e Totaranui R Mitre  Mauriceville Ri iv World of Wearable Art & v er K R A 1571 A ABEL Collectable Cars museum Tunnel through Porters Pass and Arthur’s Pass National Park. 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Hiking T A S  C ot Kayaking Masterton M A BAY (T Pukerua Bay Castle Rock White water rafting N Takaka Queen Charlotte track Sd Upper River rafting Jet boating te Abseiling Carterton M Floating museum t Horse trekking Okiwi Bay Kayaking Fishing lo O Historic buildings  Southern Scenic Route: Starting in the historic city of Dunedin, this route T r Mana I Hutt Mountain biking A r Cruises Māori pa a Greytown Papawai marae N R e h Riversdale Beach Unimog tours iv Sailing Wreck diving C  Antique shopping S R Pepin I Arapawa I Featherston follows the wild southern coast to Invercargill, then continues west and Kayaking n O Early Settlers museum R e South East Asia Surfing U a Portage e Tawa  Steam k Rai north to Te Anau before ending at Queenstown. Highlights include wildlife Caving T H e Fishing u  hours R u Valley Q Lower Hutt A t Mapua Havelock Anakiwa K Martinborough KAHURANGI o RIMUTAKA F P L. Wairarapa encounters along The Catlins coast, hiking the , M NATIONAL PARK Nelson Picton Cape Terawhiti Wainuiomata Australia er Wineries Winery walk cruising Fiordland and walking the Milford Track - one of New Zealand’s ‘Great KARAMEA BIGHT Little Riv Eastbourne Limestone gorge Richmond s Walks  Wanganui ru Gold mining relics L Onoke Pirinoa  hours South America Walks’. lo e WELLINGTON Lake Ferry  hours P Cloudy Bay  hours Wakefield N G E Palliser AORANGI R A S D Museum of Wellington Bay FOREST N 1756 Old Government buildings River O Mt Richmond verRenwick PARK H M Ri Blenheim T Mountain biking Mokihinui A  C Mountaineering I au Te Papa museum OTHER SCENIC ROUTES R R Trout fishing air Wineries Parliament buildings MT RICHMOND Skiing W Wairau Farmers market R Art galleries I Ngawi Hector FOREST PARK Hiking Valley Garden tours Katherine Mansfield birthplace Historic coal mining sites R  Salt works Harbour cruises These routes are not specifically signposted. 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