Day 1 Auckland to Rotorua via the Coromandel Peninsula
This 14 Day New Zealand fully guided motorcycle tour begins with fabulous first day coastal riding, stopping at the pretty seaside town of Whitianga. Overnight: 2 nights in Rotorua. Riding time with rest breaks: 5/6 hours.

Day 2 Rest or Ride Rotorua
Day at your leisure today to explore amazing geothermal areas and discover the unique culture of New Zealand's Maori people. If you want to ride The Rangitaiki Run is a pleasant romp offering a diverse range of scenery, and our tour guide will be happy to lead. Riding time with rest breaks: Optional

Day 3 Rotorua to Napier
A great ride along the Thermal Highway stopping to visit the Volcanic Activity Centre and Huka Falls. We'll also be checking out Lake Taupo before riding eastwards to Napier, the Art Deco Capital of the World. Overnight at Napier. Lots of fun and games tonight! Riding time with rest breaks: 4/5 hours

Day 4 Napier to Wellington
This is a superb ride south with a wide variety of scenic terrain with twists and turns, we'll be taking the biker's route to Wellington, New Zealand's capital. This evening there's a feast of fun to be had in this vibrant city. The famous Te Papa museum is a must. Overnight at Wellington. Riding time with rest breaks: 5/6 hours

Day 5 Wellington to Nelson
This morning it's a mini cruise ferry crossing to the South Island. The fun really begins this afternoon with an awesome ride over the hills with glorious views of the Marlborough Sounds. How does 333 bends in 33 kilometres grab you? For real! Overnight at Nelson (2 nights) Riding time with rest breaks: 2/3 hours

Day 6 Rest or Ride Nelson
A fun city full of arts, crafts and fine foods. Explore a natural paradise of golden sand beaches lapped by turquoise water and alpine lakes nestled between forest-clad hills - and motorcyling roads to die for. Our guide will also be available to take you for a great day's ride to the Abel Tasman National Park if you wish. Riding time with rest breaks: Optional

Day 7 Nelson to Punakaiki
Riding the west coast of the south island is a once in a life-time opportunity for any discerning motorcyclist - crashing waves on one side, lush rainforest and mountainous backdrop on the other. The weird formations of the blow holes are sure to impress. Overnight at Punakaiki. Riding time with rest breaks: 4/5 hours

Day 8 Punakaiki to The Glaciers
West Coast. We'll check out out the local trades such as glass-blowing, bone and pounamu greenstone carving, before riding through Jurassic-like rain forest to the mighty glaciers of the southern alps. Time this afternoon for getting up close to the glaciers, helicopter ride over Mount Cook and the Glaciers, quad biking, ice-climbing and lots more. Overnight at Franz Josef Glacier Village and more fun and games tonight. Riding time with rest breaks: 3/4 hours

Day 9 The Glaciers to Queenstown
Spell-binding motorcycling roads, waterfalls, mountain passes, raging rivers, historic pubs and old gold-mining villages before we ride over New Zealand's highest mountain pass to the adventure City of the world Queenstown. Evening entertainment. Overnight at Queenstown (2 nights). Riding time with rest breaks: 5/6 hours

Day 10 Rest or Ride Queenstown
There is some great motorcycling to be had, but the mountains, lakes and rivers provide a feast of attractions and activities for you to enjoy a well earned day off. We recommend the cruise across the lake to the homestead for some sheep-shearing, and the bungy-jumping, white-water rafting and jet boating - to name but a few! Riding time with rest breaks: Optional

Day 11 Queenstown to Milford Sound
World-beating destination mirror Lakes, Homer Tunnel, parrots, Fjiordland cruise, waterfalls, wildlife, under-water observatory, and probably the best motorcycle ride in the world. Overnight at Te Anau. Mitre Peak Milford Sound Boat Cruise. Riding time with rest breaks: 3/4 hours

Day 12 Te Anau to Dunedin
Great countryside riding through The Catlins and the Southern Scenic route. We make a special stop to see Burt Munro's real Fastest Indian Overnight at Dunedin (2 nights). Riding time with rest breaks: 5/6 hours

Day 13 Rest or Ride day in Dunedin
Choice of exploring the historic Scottish city of Dunedin, or why not have your tour guide show you the Otago Peninsular with it's Royal albatross sanctuary, penguins and castle. Lots of special surprises in store tonight! Riding time with rest breaks: Optional

Day 14 Dunedin to Christchurch
A fantastic blast back to Christchurch today along the east coast. We'll be riding beside the Pacific Ocean with time to stop at the Moeraki boulders and the quaint town of Oamaru. Time to say good bye to your bike before we take you to your Christchurch accommodation. Overnight Christchurch. Riding time with rest breaks: 4/5 hours