2-3 Day Itineraries New Zealand

Check out our 2–3-day itineraries in the North and South Islands to help plan your New Zealand Road trip. The itineraries are perfect for a weekend away or if you are visiting New Zealand for a short time. Our 2–3-day itineraries highlight the must-do activities, places to visit, accommodation and food recommendations.

Road Trip Highlights from Christchurch to Akaroa

Find road trip highlights, attractions, things to do & what to see when travelling from Christchurch to Akaroa via the Banks Peninsula.

Road Trip: Auckland to Wellington via Central Plateau, 2-3 Days

A road trip from Auckland to Wellington is a fantastic way to see the North Island. This 2-3-day itinerary takes approximately 9 hours of non-stop travel, which equates to roughly 719 km of distance.

Road Trip: Auckland to Hobbiton, 2-3 days (Return)

A road trip from Auckland to Hobbiton is a must-do if you are visiting the North Island.

Shot of Coromandel from the forest out to the ocean

Road Trip: Auckland to the Coromandel Peninsula Itinerary for 3-days (Return)

A road trip to the Coromandel Peninsula is a must-do for anyone looking for beautiful beaches, dense misty rain forests with stunning waterfalls, and possibly finding a wild Kiwi bird.