New Zealand South Island Itinerary for 2 Weeks (2026)
If you want to explore Auckland, Wellington and Hobbiton too check out my 7 day North Island itinerary. How to…
New Zealand is something else. It’s wild, breathtaking, and full of adventure. I spent six months living and working here, as well as backpacking New Zealand, from Auckland and the wineries of Waiheke Island, to swimming with wild dolphins in Kaikoura and exploring the resilient city of Christchurch.
Check out my South Island itinerary, where I hiked through Abel Tasman National Park, explored the glaciers of Franz Josef and experienced the thrill of Queenstown. Or discover the North Island, including hot water beaches, glow-worm caves and the coolest little capital city, Wellington.
Check out my posts below to find out more about why each of these places is so special.
If you want to explore Auckland, Wellington and Hobbiton too check out my 7 day North Island itinerary. How to…
Christchurch in New Zealand is a city of resilience, creativity and hope. I visited a couple of years after 2011’s…