A capital, then the sounds
Begin in Wellington before crossing Cook Strait to Picton. Choose time around the Marlborough Sounds rather than rushing straight onward.
JOURNEY 15 / ADVENTURE & EXPLORATION
New Zealand: Coast to Coast
SUGGESTED DURATION14 days
PLACES TO DISCOVERWellington · Picton · Kaikōura · Christchurch · Hokitika
Make it yours ↗A JOURNEY TO IMAGINE
Harbor departures, coastal encounters, and an alpine crossing. Connect Wellington with the South Island through a journey that gives the water, wildlife, and West Coast their own chapters.
YOUR JOURNEY, AT A GLANCE
The places along the way.
- 01Wellington
- 02Picton
- 03Kaikōura
- 04Christchurch
- 05Hokitika
Indicative connections · Regional locations are approximate.
Map outline: Natural EarthAlong the Pacific coast
Travel toward Kaikōura and Christchurch, by road or a confirmed scenic rail departure. Guided marine outings depend on conditions. Sightings are never promised.
Across the alpine divide
Continue across the Southern Alps toward the West Coast for forest and water discoveries. Discuss a rail experience or private transfer, with a comfortable return or onward connection.
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