OK folks, I really need your help.
With my partner I'm in the early stages of planning a trip to New Zealand and would love your suggestions on when, where and what shouldn't be missed.
The trip will hopefully be for 4 to 6 weeks
We prefer to avoid tourist "hotspots" unless it is out of season or it is a real MUST SEE.
Beaches/heat are not our thing
Natural landscapes are very much our thing
We are quite happy to suffer a bit to see things that are off the beaten track (hiking and off roading etc)
Our idea is to base ourselves in a different place each week and try to get the feel of a few places well rather than a fleeting glimpse of a lot of places.
And if anyone can recommend restaurants with decent vegetarian menus at realistic prices I will be eternally grateful.
Thanks folks
Nas
