Not sure how many days you need for New Zealand? Whether you've got 10 days, 14 days, or a full 3 weeks, here's how we'd split your time between the North and South Islands — with real budgets in INR and honest advice on what to skip.

Planning a North Island New Zealand road trip with kids? 15 days, 2,600 km, two kids and one very happy family. Our complete itinerary covering Coromandel, Rotorua, Taupo, Ohakune, New Plymouth and Whangarei — with real costs, driving tips and honest advice for Indian families.

Our own 14-day Norway family road trip, done in May 2023 with two kids — real driving times, day-by-day stops through the fjords and glaciers, an INR budget breakdown, and the practical stuff (visa, driving licence, food) that generic guides skip.