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This active and romantic honeymoon vacation itinerary combines energetic exploration of New Zealand’s unique and beautiful environment with the romance that is an essential part of any honeymoon:
- Stroll the beach on Waiheke Island - just a short trip from Auckland.
- Enjoy birdsong in the bush on your way to Coromandel Peninsula and create your own hot spa in the sand at Hot Water Beach.
- On to Rotorua for more hot springs and mud pools.
- Then birdlife, vineyards, and botanical gardens beckon as you continue through the North Island.
- Cross the Cook Strait and walk golden sands in the beautiful Abel Tasman National Park.
- Then explore pristine rainforest and glaciers on the South Island's West Coast.
- Head to Queenstown and Milford Sound.
- Go flight seeing over Mount Cook and the magnificent Southern Alps.
- And finish in Christchurch - New Zealand's most English city.
Contact GUEST NZ for help planning an active and romantic honeymoon vacation in New Zealand. For honeymoon couples we offer a Honeymoon Gift Registry service. |
| | ITINERARY: | | DAY 1: |
Auckland | | | | DAY 2: |
Thames & Coromandel Town | | | | DAY 3: |
Thames & Coromandel Town | Coromandel SeA Kayaking | | | DAY 4: |
Rotorua | Hangi Concert & Maori Experiences | | | DAY 5: |
Cape Kidnappers | | | | DAY 6: |
Cape Kidnappers | Lifestyle & Wine Tour Hawkes Bay | | | DAY 7: |
Wellington | | | | DAY 8: |
Nelson City | | | | DAY 9: |
Nelson City | Kayaking tour Abel Tasman | | | DAY 10: |
Punakaiki | Charleston Underworld Caving | | | DAY 11: |
Fox Glacier | White Heron Tour Okarito | | | DAY 12: |
Fox Glacier | Guided Glacier tour | | | DAY 13: |
Queenstown | Shotover Jetboat tour | | | DAY 14: |
Queenstown | Queenstown Rafting | | | DAY 15: |
Fiordland | Fiordland scenic tour | | | DAY 16: |
Wanaka | | | | DAY 17: |
Twizel | Glacier Lake Tour | | | DAY 18: |
Christchurch | |
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| Rotorua |  | When explaining the appeal of their region, the people of Rotorua like to talk of five spirits. You can feel the spirit of the earth, as it rumbles beneath your feet and escapes, hissing, through fumaroles and geysers. You can witness the spirit of Maori culture, with authentic village and performance experiences. With a soak in a natural hot spring or a relaxing massage, you can rejuvenate your spirit or free your spirit with outdoor adventures - trout fishing, kayaking, waterskiing, swimming, hiking and mountain biking. If it's excitement you crave, challenge your spirit with adrenalin-charged extreme activities such as sky-diving, jet boating and zorbing. | | | | | Tamaki Tours Cultural Maori Experiences |  | Tamaki Maori Village, South Pacific’s gateway to the world of ancient Maori,provides a journey back in time to a Pre-European lifestyle of customs and traditions. The evening's festivities include a banquet of succulent food cooked the traditional Maori way as the Maori village comes alive to the sound and activities of tribal songs, dances, myths and legends. | | | | | Ngongotaha Lakeside Lodge |  | The award-winning Ngongotaha Lakeside Lodge
is perfectly located on the shores of Lake Rotorua and is only a few metres away from the famous Waiteti trout stream and panoramic views of Mokoia. | | | | | Compact Hatch or Sedan |  | A self-drive holiday is one if the most relaxing ways to experience New Zealand's landscape and lifestyle. Many of our roads are very scenic and traffic is low outside of the main cities when compared to international standards. Motorways take you in and out of the main cities but once on the open road, you will find plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the sights as you please. | |
| Cape Kidnappers |  | Blessed with a sunny, Mediterranean-style climate, Hawke's Bay is one of New Zealand's warmest, driest regions. The region is New Zealand's leading producer of red wines, has the greatest concentration of Art Deco architecture and hosts the country's most elaborate celebrations of Matariki - the Maori New Year. | | | | | Te Awanga Cottages |  | These two delightful contemporary Cottages are situated in a picturesque coastal setting within walking distance to Cape Kidnappers, ocean activities, wine-tasting, golfing, and an artist community, yet only a 10-15 minute scenic drive from Art Deco Napier and Hip Havelock North. | | | | | Compact Hatch or Sedan |  | A self-drive holiday is one if the most relaxing ways to experience New Zealand's landscape and lifestyle. Many of our roads are very scenic and traffic is low outside of the main cities when compared to international standards. Motorways take you in and out of the main cities but once on the open road, you will find plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the sights as you please. | |
| Hawkes Bay |  | Blessed with a sunny, Mediterranean-style climate, Hawke's Bay is one of New Zealand's warmest, driest regions. The region is New Zealand's leading producer of red wines, has the greatest concentration of Art Deco architecture and hosts the country's most elaborate celebrations of Matariki - the Maori New Year. | | | | | Long Island Tours |  | Long Island Tours philosophy is to deliver a top quality interactive experience. It is distinctively different as it challenges and allows an unusual free exchange of ideas coupled with highly enjoyable activites with intuitive and responsive guiding. | | | | | Te Awanga Cottages |  | These two delightful contemporary Cottages are situated in a picturesque coastal setting within walking distance to Cape Kidnappers, ocean activities, wine-tasting, golfing, and an artist community, yet only a 10-15 minute scenic drive from Art Deco Napier and Hip Havelock North. | | | | | Compact Hatch or Sedan |  | A self-drive holiday is one if the most relaxing ways to experience New Zealand's landscape and lifestyle. Many of our roads are very scenic and traffic is low outside of the main cities when compared to international standards. Motorways take you in and out of the main cities but once on the open road, you will find plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the sights as you please. | |
| Wellington |  | Wellington, New Zealand's capital city, is imaginatively positioned between a picturesque harbour and forested green hills. The city is home to memorable arts, cultural and heritage attractions including the national museum, Te Papa. Natural attractions, such as the wild south coast, are within easy reach of the city centre. | | | | | Lambton Heights Bed and Breakfast |  | The old world charm of Lambton Height is enhanced with modern, sparkling new bathroom facilities. Enjoy the sound of New Zealand's native Tui (bird) in the morning, the short stroll to the Botanic Gardens, Wellington's historic cable car, Parliament Buildings, Te Papa and Victoria University. | | | | | Compact Hatch or Sedan |  | A self-drive holiday is one if the most relaxing ways to experience New Zealand's landscape and lifestyle. Many of our roads are very scenic and traffic is low outside of the main cities when compared to international standards. Motorways take you in and out of the main cities but once on the open road, you will find plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the sights as you please. | |
| Abel Tasman |  | Abel Tasman is NZ’s smallest national park with 22,350ha. It is famous for its golden beaches stretching from Marahau, near Motueka, to Wainui Bay, in Golden Bay. There are two walking tracks; the beautiful coastal track, and the inland track through the hilly centre of the park. Bring your own supplies and hiking gear. Near Marahau, and a short drive from Motueka, is Kaiteriteri Beach a favourite holiday spot with accommodation, restaurants, camping, playgrounds and golden sands. | | | | | Abel Tasman Kayaks |  | Abel Tasman Kayaks offer Guided Kayak Tours and independent Kayak Hire in the beautiful Abel Tasman National Park. | | | | | | | Sussex House |  | Guests will experience the peace and charm of yesteryear in one of Nelson's original family homes. Situated beside the beautiful Maitai River, The Sussex has retained all the original character and romantic ambience of the era. | | | | | Compact Hatch or Sedan |  | A self-drive holiday is one if the most relaxing ways to experience New Zealand's landscape and lifestyle. Many of our roads are very scenic and traffic is low outside of the main cities when compared to international standards. Motorways take you in and out of the main cities but once on the open road, you will find plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the sights as you please. | |
| Whataroa |  | | Settled among the seculded wilderness of the rugged West Coast, Whataroa is a beautiful place to relax and enjoy the sheer beauty of the area. The town is small, with a population of just 350 people, and is predominantly a dairy farming area. The town provides a base for trips to the White Heron Sanctuary - the only breeding colony of the White Heron in New Zealand. You can go on trips to the nesting area with a guide. | | | | | White Heron Tours Okarito Lagoon |  | View the magnificent Kotuku (White Heron), the Kotuku Ngutu Papa (Royal Spoonbill), Kawapaka (Little Black Shag) and other Bird life - all in their natural environment in the Waitangi Roto nature Reserve. | | | | | | | Ropatinis Bed and Breakfast |  | | Set amongst large peaceful gardens and spectacular views of the Southern Alps and Mount Cook, Ropatinis Bed & Breakfast offers separate garden studios, with super king beds, turbo showers, heater, TV, fridge, and tea/coffee facilities. | | | | | Compact Hatch or Sedan |  | A self-drive holiday is one if the most relaxing ways to experience New Zealand's landscape and lifestyle. Many of our roads are very scenic and traffic is low outside of the main cities when compared to international standards. Motorways take you in and out of the main cities but once on the open road, you will find plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the sights as you please. | |
| Fox Glacier |  | The Fox Glacier township offers a more intimate “village” experience than its bigger neighbour, Franz Josef. Tucked into the rainforest-clad foothills of the Southern Alps, the township offers a range of quality accommodation, hotels, cafes, a general store and service station for motoring needs.
The Fox Glacier offers a different type of glacier experience than the Franz Josef Glacier, and visitors are increasingly booking activities on both glaciers during their visit to Glacier Country. Local companies provide access to the Fox Glacier with guided walks, heli-hikes and scenic flights (with or without snow landings). Fox Glacier is also internationally renowned for Lake Matheson’s stunning reflections of Aorangi/Mount Cook and Mount Tasman. | | | | | Fox Glacier Guiding |  | Enjoy a breathtaking guided walk onto the world famous Fox Glacier. Fox Glacier Guiding provide a full range of hiking tours and ice adventures to suit all fitness levels. | | | | | | | Ropatinis Bed and Breakfast |  | | Set amongst large peaceful gardens and spectacular views of the Southern Alps and Mount Cook, Ropatinis Bed & Breakfast offers separate garden studios, with super king beds, turbo showers, heater, TV, fridge, and tea/coffee facilities. | | | | | Compact Hatch or Sedan |  | A self-drive holiday is one if the most relaxing ways to experience New Zealand's landscape and lifestyle. Many of our roads are very scenic and traffic is low outside of the main cities when compared to international standards. Motorways take you in and out of the main cities but once on the open road, you will find plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the sights as you please. | |
| Wanaka |  | In ancient times, Maori travelled through Central Otago on their way to the pounamu rivers of the west coast. More recently, in the 1860s, Central Otago was the scene of a gold rush. Trails used by miners can still be seen winding over the hills. Stone cottages, a haunted hotel, cleverly engineered water channels, mines and machinery are other relics to discover.
Surrounded by striking mountains and deep alpine lakes, Wanaka provides a perfect setting for romance. Just one hour's drive from Queenstown, Wanaka is slower paced, although facilities are sophisticated and a variety of outdoor activities are on offer throughout the year. | | | | | Te Wanaka Lodge |  | Te Wanaka Lodge is a contemporary European-style chalet constructed from New Zealand native timber and corrugated iron. Te Wanaka is an easy walk to the golf course, lake, and township with its restaurants and shops. | | | | | Compact Hatch or Sedan |  | A self-drive holiday is one if the most relaxing ways to experience New Zealand's landscape and lifestyle. Many of our roads are very scenic and traffic is low outside of the main cities when compared to international standards. Motorways take you in and out of the main cities but once on the open road, you will find plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the sights as you please. | |
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