Visit the geothermic valleys around Rotorua
Relax on a junk boat as you cruise around Victoria Harbour
Taste wine in the vineyards of Hawkes Bay
Why not cycle across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge?
Head to Te Mata for a sunrise to remember
Explore Hong Kong's heaving night markets
Explore the beaches of the Coromandel Peninsula
Fill up on dim sum in Hong Kong
This great value 3-week New Zealand campervan holiday with stopovers takes you all the way round the world; from the tasty dim-sum and buzzing night markets of Hong Kong, to a self-drive adventure in your very own campervan exploring the beautiful county of New Zealand. Ending with a city break in the iconic US city of San Francisco.
Begin your trip in Hong Kong, the ‘star of the east’; a bustling city where glassy skyscrapers and the heights of Mt Victoria rise above locals practising traditional tai chi in the parks. Let loose exploring the markets and malls, feast on tasty street food and marvel at the futuristic skyline by day, and the nightly laser light show each evening.
Next up is New Zealand where we’ve included 12 days’ campervan hire for you to explore at your own pace. You’ll have enough time to see the North Island, where highlights include digging your own bath in the sand at Hot Water Beach, feasting on a traditional meal (Hangi) and learning about the Maori culture in Rotorua, skydiving over Lake Taupo or trekking at Tongariro. There’s so much to see and do you’ll be planning your next trip before you’ve even left!
Finally, we’ll whisk you off to San Francisco, the jewel in the crown of California. Visit Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge, ride the trams, enjoy wines from nearby Napa Valley and enjoy the attractive architecture and bohemian vibe this pretty city offers.
This New Zealand campervan holiday with stopovers can be tailored to suit your requirements, please contact one of our consultants to start planning your dream trip.
Depart the UK from your chosen airport. You will fly overnight and will arrive in Hong Kong late afternoon on day 2.
From the airport, you can board the train to Kowloon (not included), drop your bags at your hotel and head out for some food – Hong Kong will not disappoint in the culinary stakes! From Asian street food to gourmet cuisine served in a 5* setting, you’ll certainly find what you’re after. Make sure you try some dim sum during your stay – a Hong Kong speciality.
Make the most of your time and head out early for a full day in the city! Visit a local park at dawn for a spot of Tai Chi with the locals, join a city tour or if you prefer to explore independently, make use of the excellent public transport and jump on a train, a bus or even a ferry – which will afford some excellent harbour views. Dive into the markets and bazaars and don’t forget to haggle – Temple St Night Market is a must; evenings are lively and the streets get busy so take a deep breath and dive in.
There is more to Hong Kong than the hectic, noisy streets, so make like a local and head to Lantau where you’ll find houses on stilts over the water and a more traditional way of life guided by the sea.
Take the train back to the airport (not included) for your onward journey to New Zealand. It’s an overnight flight, so you’ll arrive the following morning, local time.
Once in Auckland, collect your campervan and head for the open road! A self-drive is one of the best ways to experience New Zealand, giving you the freedom to stop when you fancy (there will be photo opportunities around literally every corner!). You can create your own journey; focus on nature, culture, adventure, exploring independently. Some of our favourites in the North Island include:
Today you’ll return the campervan in Auckland and board your flight for San Francisco. Crossing the time zone means you will land the same day in the USA.
On arrival make your own way to your hotel with the rest of the day free for you to explore.
Perhaps the west coast’s most vibrant and liberal city, San Francisco offers great food and art, a lively cultural and social scene and top shopping. Take a journey in one of the historic cable cars and enjoy brunch in a boho café in Haight-Ashbury or Hayes Valley. Discover the vivid street art in the Mexican-inspired Mission District, walk through China Town, or visit the rainbow filled Castro District. In the golden-hour, head up to Alamo Park to see the sunset over elegant, pastel-coloured Victorian houses and the tips of the Golden Gate Bridge in the distance.
Head down to Pier 41 and take a boat over to ‘the rock’ of Alcatraz, the bay’s famous island. Learn about this history of this notorious prison – best to book ahead, tours are very popular.
Before the day is up, take in the stunning hill-top vistas like the view from Lombard Street – one of the city’s steepest. If your legs get tired you can always jump on a cable car!
Your whirlwind RTW adventure has now come to an end. Make your own way to the airport for your flight back to the UK.
All of these destinations are suitable for year-round travel, speak to one of our consultants for further advice.
We’re experts in planning tailor-made holidays, so whether you’re looking for a luxury New Zealand holiday, ideas for a road trip or multi-stop flights to New Zealand with stopovers – let us help you with the planning. Our experts can tailor-make precisely the trip you’re looking for – this itinerary is purely a suggestion, so please contact us with your dates and requests, and we’ll put together a bespoke quotation for you.
17 nights in 3-4* standard accommodation.
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