30 days in New Zealand Itinerary

The main tourist town in the Bay of Islands area, Paihia gives visitors a good range of accommodations, a convenient town center, long sandy beaches, and interesting architecture.

Paihia is known for parks, wildlife, nature, adventure, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: admire the natural beauty at Waitangi Treaty Grounds, glide through the air with a parasailing or paragliding tour, take in the dramatic scenery at Haruru Falls, and admire the striking features of St Paul's Anglican Church.

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New York City, USA to Paihia is an approximately 27-hour combination of bus and flight. You can also do a combination of bus and flight. Traveling from New York City to Paihia, you'll lose 17 hours due to the time zone difference. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Fri) so you can travel to Taupo.

The resort town of Taupo lies on the banks of Lake Taupo, the largest body of water in the whole of Australasia.

Venture out of the city with trips to Rotorua (Te Puia, Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, & more). There's still lots to do: take in the dramatic scenery at Huka Falls tracks, look for gifts at Huka Honey Hive, stroll through Huka Prawn Park, and view the masterpieces at L'Arte.

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Traveling by flight from Paihia to Taupo takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and bus; or drive. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Tongariro National Park.

Tongariro National Park has a long history of preserving New Zealand's pristine alpine landscape.

On the 9th (Tue), hike the day away at Tongariro Alpine Crossing. On the 11th (Thu), hike the day away at Horsemtrails. The adventure continues: tour the pleasant surroundings at Ohakune Old Coach Road, go for a walk through Mead's Wall, and take in the dramatic scenery at Taranaki Falls.

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You can drive from Taupo to Tongariro National Park in 2.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of shuttle and car; or do a combination of bus and car. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Wellington.

Wellington, the world's southernmost capital city and New Zealand's second most populous urban area, combines the nation's rugged history and nature with its modern and cosmopolitan present.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Fri): steep yourself in history at Wellington Cable Car, admire the natural beauty at Wellington Botanic Garden, then get engrossed in the history at The Great War Exhibition, and finally see the interesting displays at Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa). On your second day here, get engrossed in the history at Wellington Museum, then ponder the world of politics at Parliament Buildings, then identify plant and animal life at ZEALANDIA Sanctuary, and finally see the interesting displays at The One Room Fan Museum.

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Traveling by car from Tongariro National Park to Wellington takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of taxi and train. In April, daytime highs in Wellington are 63°F, while nighttime lows are 54°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sat) so you can travel to Queenstown.

Sheltered in an inlet of Lake Wakatipu, the resort town of Queenstown enjoys a strong reputation for its adventuring and skiing opportunities.

Queenstown is known for fun & games, adventure, wildlife, spas, and parks. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: have some family-friendly fun at Skyline Queenstown, learn about winemaking at Peregrine Wines, explore the activities along Lake Wakatipu, and admire the natural beauty at Queenstown Garden.

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Getting from Wellington to Queenstown by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of flight and bus; or do a combination of ferry and car. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Tue) early enough to catcht the bus to Te Anau.

Set among the picturesque peaks and glacially carved fiords of Fiordland National Park, Te Anau offers those wishing to explore the park a great place to stay and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of a small town in an enviable location.

On the 18th (Thu), hike the day away at Routeburn Track. There's still lots to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Milford Sound, trek along The Chasm Walk, stroll through Lake Gunn, and look for all kinds of wild species at Doubtful Sound.

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Traveling by bus from Queenstown to Te Anau takes 3.5 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Fri) early enough to travel to Mt. Cook Village.

Siting under towering peaks of New Zealand's highest mountain, Mt.

Mt. Cook Village is known for childrens museums, wildlife, outdoors, trails, and winter sports. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: head outdoors with Aoraki/Mt. Cook, hike along Glencoe Walk, tour the pleasant surroundings at Mueller Hut Route, and hit the slopes at Ski The Tasman.

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The Route module can help you plan travel from Te Anau to Mt. Cook Village. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Fox Glacier.

A trip to Fox Glacier brings you close to one of New Zealand's most easily accessible natural wonders.

Fox Glacier is known for nature, trails, beaches, and museums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: kick back and relax at Gillespies Beach, take in the exciting artwork at ReflectioNZ Gifts & Gallery, see the world from above with a helicopter tour, and stroll through Fox Glacier Te Moeka o Tuawe Valley Walk.

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You can drive from Mt. Cook Village to Fox Glacier in 5.5 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Thu) to allow time to travel to Auckland.

The largest and most populous city in New Zealand, Auckland combines a rich history and thriving contemporary culture in an abundance of museums, art galleries, and performance venues.

When in Auckland, make a side trip to see The Lost Spring in Whitianga, approximately 1h 50 min away. And it doesn't end there: take in panoramic vistas at Sky Tower, head off the coast to Waiheke Island, hunt for treasures at Otara Market, and stop by Pauanesia.

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Traveling by combination of bus and flight from Fox Glacier to Auckland takes 9.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and flight; or do a combination of bus and flight. In April, daily temperatures in Auckland can reach 66°F, while at night they dip to 66°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Tue) to allow time to travel back home.