We love, love, love themed road trips. Especially ones with adventure, amazing landscapes, and wine. This is why we’re so excited about The Travel Junction’s new Highways Collection, offering themed self-drive packages to soak up the best of New Zealand’s South Island. Plus, get up to 15% commission and a chance to win a trip to Õtautahi Christchurch!
The Travel Junction have done it again. Like a showman pulling off a great feat, they’ve performed travel magic with four exciting new itineraries, departing Ōtautahi Christchurch.
Whether it’s wine, landscapes, glaciers or a combo of all three, The Travel Junction, in conjunction with Christchurch Airport, has made life easy for advisors with all four itineraries bookable via the HELiO platform.
Ōtautahi Christchurch – your basecamp for exploration
Arrive in Ōtautahi Christchurch and you’ll notice its new, cool confidence. The South Island’s largest city has developed in leaps and bounds over the past decade and it’s better than ever.
You’ll still find all the hallmarks of a pretty English city with the Avon River winding its way through the CBD, the Botanic Gardens and the historic Arts Centre but there’s a whole new world of cool to explore – including some outstanding street art.
New Zealand’s Wine Highway (8 days)
You don’t need to be a wine connoisseur to know that New Zealand produces world-class vino. And travelling between wineries means ‘taste-testing’ delectable bouquets and complementary platters (yum), all while experiencing some of the South Island‘s best scenery.
The best wine, food, and adventures, kicks off with explorations around enthralling Ōtautahi Christchurch. The trendy Terrace and activities around the scenic Avon River are CHCH must-dos!
Onwards north to witness the marine wonders of Kaikōura, the wine regions of Blenheim and Nelson, and Māpua and Punakaiki. As this is a wine-focused roadie, be sure to stop at the Wairapa wineries en-route to Kaikōura. The North Canterbury wineries here offer the perfect opportunity to stop on your way north.
The thermal pools of Hanmer Springs are the last stop before returning to the Garden City.
- 7 nights from $1,435* per person, twin share
- Includes car hire: Mitsubishi Outlander or similar. Pickup / Drop Off Christchurch Airport
- Book using the HeLIO code AU35826
New Zealand’s Scenic Highway (8 days)
This spectacular new itinerary is chock-full of pinch-me moments, starting Christchurch’s cool-as vibes. If you haven’t been in a while, the city’s upgrades have made it the trendiest place in Aotearoa, from its on-point arts scene to its delectable eats to the famed landmarks.
From the Garden City, adventures in Tekapo call, followed by the soothing thermal waters of Tekapo Springs and the million-star view of the incredible Mackenzie region’s Dark Sky Zone. Next up, iconic Mt Cook, followed by quaint Twizel and ending with the thrills of Queenstown.
- 7 nights from $1,525* per person, twin share
- Includes car hire: Mitsubishi Outlander or similar. Pickup / Drop Off Christchurch Airport.
- Book using the HeLIO code AU36140
New Zealand’s Glacier Highway (8 days)
From the new age to the ice age, this fab new self-drive itinerary does not disappoint. Commencing in Christchurch, your clients have two days to wander places like the Riverside Market and picturesque botanical gardens.
A scenic drive to the thermal pools at charming Hanmer Springs follows, before crossing mountains to see the Punakaiki Pancakes and Hokitika, the coolest little town on the West Coast. Explorations conclude with the dramatic Franz and Fox Josef glaciers and the Adventure Capital of the World, Queenstown.
- 7 nights from $1,649* per person, twin share
- Includes car hire: Mitsubishi Outlander or similar. Pickup / Drop Off Christchurch Airport
- Book using the HeLIO code AU35831
New Zealand’s Ultimate Highway (16 days)
For an impeccable balance of fun-filled adventures, wow-worthy landscapes, and taste explosions at almost every stop, this is how you experience the best of New Zealand.
Driving in an impressive 15-night loop of the South Island from Christchurch, your clients can experience a combination of The Travel Junction’s other three itineraries, with the addition of the postcard-perfect fiords at Milford Sound.
- 15 nights from $2,999* per person, twin share
- Includes car hire: Mitsubishi Outlander or similar. Pickup / Drop Off Christchurch Airport
- Book using the HeLIO code AU36011
More commission + win!
From today until 14 April 2023, every South Island accommodation booking made earns you up to 15% commission, for travel through 31 December 2023. And every accommodation booking earns you points for The Travel Junction’s annual fam incentive!
Plus, if you rack up the highest sales between now and 14 April, you’ll win return flights to Christchurch for two and three 5-star nights at The Mayfair!
When you book land arrangements from three nights, you can also take advantage of The Travel Junction’s wholesale fares. All with no ticketing or credit card fees. Woohoo!
Register now
Check out the new itineraries here and register for HELiO access here.
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