21 days in London & Wellington Itinerary

Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.

Take a break from London with a short trip to Cotswolds Distillery in Stourton, about 2 hours away. And it doesn't end there: explore the world behind art at National Gallery, make a trip to Tower Bridge, take in panoramic vistas at Coca-Cola London Eye, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Westminster Abbey.

For other places to visit, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our London trip site.

Wellington, New Zealand to London is an approximately 30-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from New Zealand Standard Time to Greenwich Mean Time is minus 12 hours. Plan for much colder temperatures traveling from Wellington in February, with highs in London at 9°C and lows at 1°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Wellington.

Wellington, the world's southernmost capital city and New Zealand's second most populous urban area, combines the nation's rugged history and nature with its modern and cosmopolitan present.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Wellington: Poppies Martinborough (in Martinborough), Picton (Marlborough Sounds & Queen Charlotte Track) and Maclean Park Playground (in Paraparaumu). The adventure continues: examine the collection at Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, tour the pleasant surroundings at ZEALANDIA Ecosanctuary, get engrossed in the history at Wellington Museum, and take in the dramatic natural features at Pinnacles Track.

To see ratings, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Wellington online itinerary builder.

Fly from London to Wellington in 30 hours. The time zone difference moving from Greenwich Mean Time to New Zealand Standard Time is 12 hours. In March, Wellington is a bit warmer than London - with highs of 22°C and lows of 16°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Mon) so you can travel back home.