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New Zealand Self-Drive Tour Package

14 days / 13 nightsNew ZealandAuckland, Rotorua, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Mount Cook, Christchurch

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New Zealand

7D / 6N

1Day inAuckland

1Day inRotorua

2Days inDays in Queenstown

1Day inFranz Josef

Tour Overview

Auckland · Rotorua · Queenstown · Milford Sound · Mount Cook · Christchurch — 13 Nights (Land-Only, Self-Drive)

This New Zealand Self-Drive Highlights is designed for the Major European Cities source market and covers Auckland - Rotorua - Queenstown - Milford Sound - Mount Cook - Christchurch over 7 Days / 6 Nights. It is structured for independent travellers seeking a clear self-drive route and flexible daily pacing, using selected value accommodation and standard/shared land services. The price is displayed in INR for local marketing, but the package begins at the first destination city. All international and domestic flights are excluded.

This source-market edition gives Atravelq a locally priced lead product for travellers in Paris, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Munich, Zurich, Vienna, Milan, Rome, Madrid and Barcelona. The base itinerary is intentionally lean and transparent: flights are excluded, the route is clear and compulsory supplements are not hidden. You can upgrade hotels, room categories, private transport, meals, and experiences after enquiry.

Key features of this package

A quick summary before the detailed quote and day-by-day itinerary.

7 Days / 6 NightsNew Zealand self-drive

Hotel AccommodationTwin-sharing basis

Daily BreakfastAt the hotel

Self-Drive SupportVehicle rental as per plan

5 DestinationsAuckland → Christchurch

CustomisableChange the trip your way

Itinerary — day by day

DAY 01

Arrival in Auckland and Leisure Start

Airport transfer · Check-in · Explore nearby

ARRIVAL: Arrive in Auckland and begin your New Zealand Selfdrive package with a smooth transfer to the hotel.
TRANSFER: Land at Keflavik International Airport.
CHECK-IN: Settle into your selected hotel.
EVENING: Relax and explore nearby cafés, markets, or viewpoints, depending on your arrival time.

Hotels

Auckland Hotel

Auckland · Multiple cities · Breakfast Included

Auckland · Multiple cities

Location City-centre or scenic locations selected for self-drive convenience.
Stay Stays across Auckland, Rotorua, Queenstown, Franz Josef and Christchurch as per itinerary.
Breakfast Daily breakfast included.
Customisation Upgrade or replace the hotel before final confirmation.

Transfers

Auckland Airport → Auckland Hotel

Airport pickup · Hotel drop-off

Pick up Auckland Airport arrivals.
Transfer Travel directly to your Auckland hotel.
Approx. duration Transfer time depends on hotel location and traffic.
Drop-off Your confirmed Auckland hotel.

Activities

Auckland Sky Tower and Harbour

City orientation, harbour walk, Sky Tower area

Auckland Sky Tower

Experience Experience: Explore Auckland's Sky Tower observation deck and the Viaduct Harbour waterfront area.
Duration Full-day sightseeing as per itinerary.

STAY · AucklandMEALS · -TRANSFER · AirportSTYLE · LeisureFROM · Auckland AirportTO · AucklandDURATION · Full day

DAY 02

Auckland Sightseeing and Drive to Rotorua

Sky Tower · Harbour walk · Auckland → Rotorua drive

CHECK-IN: Arrive in Rotorua and check into your hotel.
BREAKFAST: Start with breakfast at your hotel.
MORNING: Explore Auckland with the Sky Tower area and harbour walk.
DRIVE: After lunch, self-drive from Auckland to Rotorua. Enjoy the scenic countryside route.

Hotels

Queenstown Premium Stay

Optional upgrade · Queenstown · Breakfast Included

Queenstown

Location Queenstown premium stay with convenient access to major sights.
Customisation Subject to availability and revised pricing at time of booking.
Upgrade Premium lakefront property with views of Lake Wakatipu and Skyline Gondola access.

Transfers

Christchurch Hotel → Christchurch Airport

Hotel pickup · Airport drop-off

Pick up From your confirmed Christchurch hotel.
Transfer Travel to Christchurch Airport.
Flight Board your departure flight as per booking.

Activities

Rotorua Geothermal and Māori Culture

Geothermal parks, Māori cultural experience, lake views

Rotorua Geothermal

Experience Full-day geothermal and cultural experience including parks, Māori performances and Rotorua lake views.
Duration Full-day sightseeing as per itinerary.

STAY · RotoruaMEALS · BreakfastDRIVE · Auckland → RotoruaDRIVE TIME · 3 hrsTYPE · UpgradeDURATION · Full day

DAY 03

Rotorua Sightseeing — Geothermal and Māori Culture

Geothermal parks · Māori cultural experiences · Lake views

Full day

Highlights

Geothermal + Māori

BREAKFAST: Start with breakfast at your hotel
GEOTHERMAL: Spend the day exploring Rotorua with geothermal parks, Māori cultural experiences, and lake views.
UPGRADES: Optional upgrades kept separate from the base package.

Activities

Optional Add-On Experiences

Add-on experiences available on request

Highlight Franz Josef helicopter, Queenstown bungy, Milford Sound day trip, wine tours.
Booking Available as add-ons at revised pricing — not included in the base package.

STAY · RotoruaMEALS · BreakfastTYPE · OptionalPRICING · On request

DAY 04

Rotorua to Queenstown — Lake Wakatipu and Gondola

Transfer · Lake Wakatipu · Skyline Gondola · Adventure options

TRANSFER: Travel from Rotorua to Queenstown as part of your self-drive itinerary.
BREAKFAST: Start with breakfast at your hotel.
EVENING: Enjoy Lake Wakatipu, the Skyline Gondola and adventure options after arrival.

STAY · QueenstownMEALS · BreakfastTRANSFER · Rotorua → QueenstownHIGHLIGHTS · Lake + Gondola

DAY 05

Queenstown Sightseeing and Drive to Franz Josef

Morning in Queenstown · Scenic drive · Glacier region

BREAKFAST: Start with breakfast at your hotel.
EVENING: Enjoy the glacier region and scenic viewpoints after arrival.
MORNING: Spend the morning exploring Queenstown with Lake Wakatipu and adventure options
DRIVE: Self-drive from Queenstown to Franz Josef through one of New Zealand's most scenic routes.

STAY · Franz JosefMEALS · BreakfastDRIVE · Queenstown → Franz JosefDRIVE TIME · 4 hrs

DAY 06

Franz Josef to Christchurch — Glacier and City Gardens

Optional helicopter · Scenic drive · Riverside Market

BREAKFAST: Start with breakfast at your hotel.
EVENING: Enjoy city gardens, Riverside Market and Canterbury leisure after arrival.
MORNING: Explore Franz Josef — the glacier region, scenic viewpoints, and an optional helicopter experience.
DRIVE: Self-drive from Franz Josef to Christchurch.

STAY · ChristchurchMEALS · BreakfastDRIVE · Franz Josef → ChristchurchDRIVE TIME · 4.5 hrs

DAY 07

Departure from Christchurch

Hotel check-out · Airport transfer

TRANSFER: Proceed to the airport or station for transfer from Christchurch.
BREAKFAST: Have breakfast at the hotel.
CHECK-OUT: Complete hotel check-out.
DEPARTURE: Your New Zealand Selfdrive itinerary ends with Atravelq trip assistance until departure.

STAY · -MEALS · BreakfastTRANSFER · AirportFLIGHT · As per booking

Visual journey

Auckland & Rotorua

Queenstown & Milford Sound

Mount Cook & Christchurch

Why this route works

Freedom of a self-drive

Drive at your own pace through New Zealand's most scenic routes without being tied to a group schedule.

North & South Island highlights

Auckland, Rotorua, Queenstown, Franz Josef and Christchurch cover New Zealand's strongest first-trip experiences.

Easy to personalise

Add adventure activities, helicopter experiences, private tours or extra nights if you want more depth.

What's included & excluded

✓ INCLUSIONS

✓Selected value 3-star accommodation on double bed-sharing basis
✓Daily breakfast unless stated otherwise
✓Arrival and departure transfers only where specifically listed
✓Compact rental vehicle on four-person sharing basis
✓Standard/basic insurance and route notes as quoted
✓Selected shared sightseeing and standard-category attraction tickets listed in the final quotation
✓Atravelq planning support for travellers based in Major European Cities

✕ EXCLUSIONS

✕All international and domestic flights from or within the itinerary
✕Visa and application charges
✕Travel insurance
✕Local / city / resort taxes
✕Meals not stated
✕Optional tours and premium tickets
✕Fuel, tolls, parking, fines, one-way charges, excess reduction and additional-driver fees
✕Tips, porterage, early check-in, late checkout and personal expenses
✕Anything not expressly listed under inclusions

Flight not include

Cancellation, Refund, Date Change & Travel Credit Policy

Cancel 10+ days before travel and choose a 70% USDC refund or 100% Atravelx Travel Credit

Cancel 10+ Days Before Travel: Choose 70% Refund or 100% Travel CreditCancel an eligible holiday package 10 or more calendar days before the scheduled departure date and choose between a 70% refund of the eligible package amount in USDC (after a 30% cancellation charge) or 100% of that amount as Atravelx Travel Credit.

10-Day Window

10+ Calendar Days Before Departure

Option A: 70% USDC Refund

A 30% cancellation charge applies to the eligible package amount. The remaining 70% is refunded in USDC. Approved refunds are processed within 45 working days of written approval.

10+ Calendar Days Before Departure

Option B: 100% Atravelx Travel Credit

The 30% cancellation charge is waived. 100% of the eligible amount paid is issued as an Atravelx Credit Note, denominated in USDC, for future eligible travel services.

Less Than 10 Calendar Days Before Departure

100% Non-Refundable

No refund and no Travel Credit will ordinarily be provided.

After Travel Commences / No-Show

Non-Refundable

No refund or Travel Credit for no-shows, unused services, partly completed holidays or cancellation after travel has begun.

Full policy details

Cancellation Policy

10 or more calendar days before departure: a 30% cancellation charge applies to the eligible package amount. Choose a 70% refund in USDC or 100% of the eligible amount as Atravelx Travel Credit.
Less than 10 calendar days before departure: 100% non-refundable. No refund or Travel Credit is ordinarily issued.
After travel commences, or no-show: non-refundable. No refund or Travel Credit is ordinarily available.
Days are counted as calendar days to the scheduled departure date, in UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). The timestamp on your written request fixes when Atravelx received it.
Cancellation requests must be made in writing through an authorised Atravelx channel: your concierge, info@atravelx.com or WhatsApp +91 92500 00511. A phone call alone does not cancel a booking until it is confirmed in writing.
Quote the booking reference, the lead traveller's name and the services affected. Atravelx may ask for identity or payment verification before acting on a request.
A reason is not needed to qualify under the 10-day window.
Cancelling some travellers, rooms, nights or services is a package amendment, not a cancellation. It does not qualify for the 10-day refund or credit on its own, and it can change the per-person price for the remaining travellers.

Atravelx Travel Credit

Travel Credit is issued as an Atravelx Credit Note for 100% of the eligible amount actually paid, denominated in USDC.
The 30% cancellation charge is waived when you choose Travel Credit instead of a refund.
Credit can be used towards any eligible service booked through Atravelx: holiday packages, stays, flights, transfers, sightseeing, car rental, visa assistance and other eligible services.
Travel Credit is non-cash. It cannot be withdrawn, exchanged for cryptocurrency or fiat currency, or transferred to another person, unless Atravelx agrees in writing.
The validity period and expiry date are stated on the Credit Note.
Prices at the time of the new booking apply. Travel Credit does not hold the same hotel, room, destination, dates, itinerary, supplier, activity, package or price.
If the new booking costs more, you pay the difference in USDC. If it costs less, the balance stays on the Credit Note under its terms.
Once you choose Travel Credit, the choice is final. It is not later converted into a refund.

Date Change Policy

Request date changes 10 or more calendar days before the scheduled departure date.
A date change is not guaranteed. It depends on hotel, transfer and activity availability, supplier approval, revised room rates, seasonal pricing, blackout dates, peak-season supplements, transport costs, fare differences, supplier amendment charges and revised itinerary costs.
If the revised package costs more, you pay the difference in USDC. Supplier amendment or date-change charges may also apply.
A date change is confirmed only when Atravelx confirms the revised arrangements in writing.
Requests made less than 10 calendar days before departure depend on supplier approval and cannot be guaranteed.
A postponement or date change is not a cancellation. It does not by itself create a refund or Travel Credit entitlement.

Bundled Holiday Packages

Atravelx holiday packages are booked and priced as bundled travel arrangements made up of several interconnected services.
Individual components of a confirmed package cannot ordinarily be cancelled separately.
Removing a service does not automatically entitle you to a proportionate refund or Travel Credit.
Any request to remove, replace or modify a component is treated as a package amendment, subject to supplier approval, availability, revised pricing, amounts recoverable and applicable charges.
A value shown against an individual service does not mean it was separately contracted or can be independently cancelled.

Visa & Travel Documentation

Travellers are responsible for a valid passport, the right visa, transit visas, entry permits, immigration documents, health documentation and any other paperwork required by the destination or a transit country.
Visa decisions are made solely by the relevant government, embassy, consulate or immigration authority. Atravelx does not guarantee approval, processing time or appointment availability.
A visa refusal, delay or failure to obtain a visa does not override the cancellation conditions unless Atravelx confirms otherwise in writing.
Government, embassy, visa application centre, biometric, courier and processing fees may be non-refundable once paid or submitted.

Refund Processing & Timeline

Atravelx acknowledges a cancellation request within 2 working days. Acknowledgement confirms receipt, not eligibility or amount. After reviewing the booking, Atravelx confirms in writing which services are cancelled, the refundable and non-refundable components, the deductions and the refund amount.
Approved refunds are processed within 45 working days from the date Atravelx confirms in writing that the refund is approved.
The 45 days do not run from the booking date, the date you first asked to cancel, or the departure date.
Working days exclude Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays in the United States and India.
Refunds are calculated and paid in USDC. The refund is the eligible package amount in USDC as shown on your invoice, less the cancellation charge and any supplier deductions.
If you paid in another cryptocurrency, the refund is still the USDC value of the eligible amount at the time of payment, not the number of coins you sent. Atravelx is not liable for changes in the market value of any coin between payment and refund.
Refunds are sent to the wallet address the payment came from, on the same network. If that is not possible, you may nominate another wallet, which Atravelx verifies in writing before sending. Atravelx is not responsible for funds sent to a wallet address you supplied incorrectly.
If you paid by card or bank transfer through an Atravelx payment partner, the refund goes back to that payment method where the partner supports it. Otherwise another method is agreed in writing.
Blockchain confirmations, payment partners, card issuers and banks may add time before the funds show in your wallet or account.
Where Atravelx cancels a confirmed booking for reasons within its reasonable control, all amounts received for the cancelled services are refunded in full, initiated within 7 working days. An alternative itinerary or Travel Credit may be offered, but you are not required to accept it instead of the refund.
An approved refund is not replaced with Travel Credit unless you expressly agree, or the supplier itself provides only a credit or voucher under conditions disclosed before booking.

Supplier-Specific & Non-Refundable Services

Certain services carry their own cancellation, refund or amendment terms: airline tickets, visa fees, embassy, consulate and visa-centre charges, travel insurance, rail tickets and passes, cruise and ferry bookings, event, concert, sports and attraction tickets, special-event bookings, non-refundable hotel rates, supplier deposits and any service identified as non-refundable.
Where supplier-specific conditions were communicated in the quotation, invoice, voucher, booking confirmation or service conditions before payment, those conditions apply to that service.
Blockchain network fees paid when you sent your payment are not part of the package amount and are not refundable.

No-Show, Unused & Partially Used Services

No refund or Travel Credit is ordinarily provided for: no-shows, cancellation after travel has commenced, voluntarily unused services, partly completed holidays, missed hotel nights, missed transfers, missed activities or sightseeing, missed trains or other transport, traveller delays, failure to report at the required time, services missed because of documentation issues, or services missed for reasons attributable to the traveller.
If a supplier voluntarily approves a refund in an exceptional case, Atravelx passes on the recoverable amount in USDC under the applicable supplier and booking conditions.

Booking Acceptance

By confirming a booking and making payment, you accept the cancellation, refund, date-change, bundled-package and Travel Credit conditions in this policy.
Conditions stated in writing for an individual booking (quotation, invoice, voucher or booking confirmation) supplement this policy. Where a supplier's terms are stricter and were disclosed before payment, they apply to that service.
A booking is governed by the version of this policy shown on the package page on the booking date, unless a later version is more favourable to you or Atravelx agrees otherwise in writing.
For events beyond Atravelx's reasonable control (severe weather, natural disasters, epidemics, war, civil unrest, strikes, government restrictions, border or airport closures, supplier insolvency and similar), refunds, credits, postponements or alternatives depend on the affected supplier's policy and the amounts recoverable. Atravelx helps coordinate with the suppliers.
Nothing in this policy restricts any statutory right available to a consumer under applicable law.

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Frequently asked questions

What is included in this New Zealand Self-Drive Highlights?

The confirmed accommodation, breakfast, land transport, transfers and sightseeing specifically listed in the final itinerary. Anything not listed is excluded.

Can this package be customised for travellers from Major European Cities?

Yes. Atravelq can change nights, hotels, rooms, meals, transfers and experiences for travellers based in Paris, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Munich, Zurich, Vienna, Milan, Rome, Madrid, Barcelona after dates and budget are shared.

Are flights from Major European Cities included?

No. Every international and domestic flight is excluded. The package starts at the first destination city and the price is shown in the source-market currency only for local advertising.

Is the starting price of Rs.2,51,000 guaranteed for all dates?

No. It is an indicative lead price based on twin sharing, minimum 4 travellers, selected low or shoulder-season dates, entry-level inventory and shared/public services.

When should this package be booked?

from$2,107

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