Mick, what things have you planned so far ie: skiing, adventure stuff, family stuff ???? I have roughly put stuff down so you can check out a range of things.. There is heaps to do in NZ, so depending on time schedule and plans, you can stay longer at places you love, and less time at places you hate. As you will be going near Winter, take some warm clothes, it gets bloody cold down there even during the day... Cheers, Chris