NZ New Zealand Hobbits

New Zealand with the Hobbits !

Departure daily during the whole year.

15 days on the spot with 15 nights + 2 nights during the flights.

Discovery of both islands.
Freedom of choice for the rental car or is also possible with motorhome!
You can add the daily activities as you wish.

All trips are with your rental car. The road network is modern, well maintained and well signposted.

Located in the heart of the South Pacific Ocean populated from the tenth century by the Maoris.

Thanks to Captain Cook, these two islands have been mapped out in detail. To the north the Smoking Island, with a mountain range full of volcanoes and tropical forests, and the south island, also known as the largest Jade Island. On both islands together graze some 60 million sheep, 15 times more than the total number of inhabitants currently around 4.5 million. They are also sometimes called 'Kiwis' and the population is very attached to nature and is therefore a fan of many outdoor activities. We invite you to discover this beautiful country and its inhabitants. A country at the end of the world with a lot of "Magic" to discover.

  • Day 01: ARRIVAL AUCKLAND - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION
  • Day 02: AUCKLAND - ROTORUA - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION
  • Day 03: ROTURUA - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION
  • Day 04: ROTURUA - TONGARIRO NATIONAL PARK - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION
  • Day 05: TONGARIRO NATIONAL PARK - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION
  • Day 06: TONGARIRO NATIONAL PARK - WELLINGTON - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION
  • Day 07: WELLINGTON - PICTON - ABEL TASMAN - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION
  • Day 08: ABEL TASMAN NATIONAL PARK - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION
  • Day 09: ABEL TASMAN NATIONAL PARK - PUNAKAIKI - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION
  • Day 10: PUNAKAIKI - FOX GLACIER/FRANZ JOSEF - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION
  • Day 11: FOX GLACIER - WANAKA - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION
  • Day 12: WANAKA - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION
  • Day 13: WANAKA - TEKAPO - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION
  • Day 14: TEKAPO - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION
  • Day 15: TEKAPO - CHRISTCHURCH - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION
  • Day 16: DEPARTURE FROM CHRISTCHURCH - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION
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day 1

ARRIVAL AUCKLAND - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

1 Day

5 km

Departure from Brussels with flights according to the chosen airline, in two or three stages. One usually arrives the next day. The hour difference is 10 or 11 hours, according to summer or winter time.

Arrival in Auckland or in Christchurch according to the tour order chosen. Pick up of the rental car and short drive to the hotel. You can also choose to take a shuttle service to the hotel and pick up the car the next day. Driving is on the left. Check-in at the hotel and overnight stay in Auckland.

day 2

AUCKLAND - ROTORUA - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

1 Day

240 km

After breakfast, a first activity: the jump from the very top of the 292 metre high Skyline Tower where you first have a 360° panorama of the city and the bay, and then a jump all the way down. Adrenaline! for the daredevils. Then the road to Rotorua, where the geothermal and Maori culture is everywhere. Excellent mountain bike opportunities and a paradise for the tireless hikers.

En route: visit the Waitomo Caves: on foot or by boat, stroll among the stalactites and experience the magic of millions of glowworms. For the youngsters: fast mud runs! A unique experience.

Overnight stay in Rotorua.

day 3

ROTURUA - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

1 Day

SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

day 4

ROTURUA - TONGARIRO NATIONAL PARK - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

1 Day

180 km

SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

day 5

TONGARIRO NATIONAL PARK - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

1 Day

SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

day 6

TONGARIRO NATIONAL PARK - WELLINGTON - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

1 Day

340 km

SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

day 7

WELLINGTON - PICTON - ABEL TASMAN - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

1 Day

280 km

SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

day 8

ABEL TASMAN NATIONAL PARK - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

1 Day

SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

day 9

ABEL TASMAN NATIONAL PARK - PUNAKAIKI - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

1 Day

290 km

SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

day 10

PUNAKAIKI - FOX GLACIER/FRANZ JOSEF - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

1 Day

200 km

SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

day 11

FOX GLACIER - WANAKA - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

1 Day

270 km

SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

day 12

WANAKA - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

1 Day

SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

day 13

WANAKA - TEKAPO - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

1 Day

250 km

SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

day 14

TEKAPO - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

1 Day

SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

day 15

TEKAPO - CHRISTCHURCH - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

1 Day

230 km

SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

day 16

DEPARTURE FROM CHRISTCHURCH - SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

1 Day

SEE DUTCH/FRENCH VERSION

Included

Overnight stays in B&B, lodging on a farm, with or without breakfast of your choice.

The locations have been chosen for their architectural character and the warm welcome they receive from the hosts, usually also the owners, and of course to facilitate contact with the local residents.

Lodging and B&B, hotel, Farmstay, with or without breakfast, as desired.

Meals

Breakfast is available in all accommodation and in the local area if required. We recommend booking the trip without breakfast, as sometimes children eat less, sometimes more. You just pay on the spot according to your consumption.

Lunch is available everywhere, and you will also find large and small grocery stores to buy some food for the picnic. For dinner, the local hosts can usually recommend the better restaurants in the area and some are even mentioned in our road book.

The road book includes:

- A detailed description of the itinerary and places of interest;
- A regional map;

Not Included

All services NOT mentioned such as: 

  • International passport and charges for ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) de 9nzd as well as the IVL= International Visitor convervation and tourism levy of 35NZD.
  • Airline tickets, airport taxes, fuel surcharge, security fee, and more.
  • Meals at the hotels except if confirmed differently at time of confirmation.
  • Resort fees, Urban fees, Facility fees and other fees charged by some hotels and to be paid locally.
  • Eventual cost for a (new) Belgian - European drivers licence, if the current one does not state "Drivers Licence" in English.
  • Warrant/Security Deposit/Guarantee cost for rental cars, motorhomes, motorbikes, hotels and more.
  • Fuel for the vehicles and parking costs. 
  • Charges for tollroads en toll bridges
  • Insurances (cancellation insurance, travel and assistance insurance, luggage insurance, etc).
  • Admissions to the national parks, to attractions, extra excursions, etc.
  • All personal expenses (Food & Drinks), souvenirs and more. 

Good To Know

FLIGHTS:

Wings ‘n Wheels is offering a large choice of INTERNATIONAL AIRLINES which operates daily flights to and from New Zealand (Via the USA or the Middle East and the Far East), starting from Brussels and as well as from the main airports in neighboring countries.

International and eventual domestic flights are not included. Airlines work with flexible prices and availability does change quickly. Use the contact form below and send it to your travel agent (enter your postal code or city name or the name of your travel agency) and indicate accurately your travel dates (departure and return) together with the surname (family name), first name and date of birth of each traveler and Wings ‘n Wheels will search for the best deals, considering itinerary and pricing.

A-LA-CARTE   -  TAILOR MADE:

All self-drive itineraries can be amended and tailormade “ à la carte” to your wishes.

CARRENTAL - DRIVERS LICENCE:

It is mandatory to present a NATIONAL driving licence with on the front side "Driving Licence". An international drivers licence is a translation only and not a valid document to rent a vehicle.