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Guided Motorcycle Tour

14 Day Twin Island Discovery

New Zealand

14
Days
12
Days Riding
3456
km
NZ$17,440
Starting from
See New Zealand in 2 Weeks! Ride from Auckland to Queenstown on an unforgettable New Zealand motorcycle tour. Discover scenic coastal roads, explore remote rural settlements, marvel at the breathtaking views of Mount Cook, and cross the spectacular Southern Alps. Finish your adventure with a cruise through Milford Sound, New Zealand’s largest and most iconic fjord.

Interested in booking for Nov 2026 or Jan 2027? Then get in touch at hello@openroad.nz and register your interest. We'll update you as soon as we've set dates.


This spectacular tour starts in the city of Sails, Auckland in the North Island and finishes in our adventure capital, Queenstown in the South Island. In between we’ll ride some of NZ's most iconic roads, stay in some outstanding hotels, experience great kiwi hospitality and enjoy fantastic Pacific Rim cuisine. A definite highlight of this tour is an unforgettable overnight cruise in NZ’s largest fjord - Doubtful Sound. This tour is a great way to see just a little of what New Zealand has to offer and it will have you wanting to come back for more.


  • 🏍️ 250-350kms per day
  • 🛣️ 100% Tarmac, sealed roads



If your partner is not a rider or they need some time off the bike then they are welcome to travel in the Support Van - just select "Pillion" option and let us know their preference when you book.


If you're a local rider and keen to "Bring your own Bike" email us for details.


Wanting a self-guided option or don't see a date that suits? No problem, drop us a line at hello@openroad.nz.


We can also arrange accommodation before or after your tour. Just let us know.

Included in your tour

  • 14 Nights in superb four-star quality hotels or comfortable mountain lodges
  • All Breakfasts to kickstart your day
  • 13 Delicious Gourmet Group Dinners (excluding your rest day in New Plymouth)
  • Your choice of Motorcycle from our fleet of modern well-maintained machines with top box
  • 2 Experienced local guides to show you the way
  • Support van for luggage, souvenir purchases, one or two passengers & backup Motorcycle
  • Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise - an experience not to be missed!
  • Inter-Island Ferry Crossing
  • Comprehensive Motorcycle insurance
  • Airport/hotel transfers pre/post tour
  • Tour map
  • Puncture repair kit included (tyre replacement is not)
  • All roads tried and tested by the team

Highlights

  • Mt Taranaki & the Forgotten World Highway
  • Marlborough Sounds
  • Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise
  • Queenstown, Crown Range Rd
  • Aoraki Mt Cook, Lake Pukaki
  • Arthur's Pass, Lewis Pass & Hanmer Springs
  • Scenic Coastal Roads – Ride along the North Island’s picturesque shores and winding highways
  • Remote Settlements – Discover authentic Kiwi towns and hidden gems away from the tourist trail.
  • Great Accommodation, Cuisine & Kiwi Hospitality

Not Included in your Tour

  • Air tickets, personal travel insurance, lunches, drinks, fuel, dinner on 1 rest day, personal spending & any additional excursions not stated above

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Tour Dates

  1. January 2026Thu, Jan 08 Wed, Jan 21
    FULL
    NZ$17,440Book now
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