I'm 79 and do well unless I need to walk miles without stopping (my old back). Is it possible to book this tour ??

Contiki tours are exclusively for travelers aged 18 to 35 years old, and this age restriction is strictly enforced across all departures.

Is there really an age max of 35?

Contiki tours have an age restriction, and guests must be between 18-35 years old to be eligible to join.

How definitive is the age group restriction for this tour? I will be 69 years old at the time of this tour. No mobility issues.

Contiki tours have an age restriction, requiring guests to be between 18-35 years old to participate. As you are outside this age range, you would not be eligible to join the trip. However, we have several sister brands that offer fantastic travel experiences from 5 years old and above age restrictions, which may be a perfect fit for you: Trafalgar - Jewels of the Bay and Costsaver - Bucket List New Zealand. These brands provide a wide range of tours and travel styles that cater to different interests and preferences, ensuring a memorable and comfortable journey for all ages from 5 years old and above.

Do I need to book additional nights separately?

No, you do not need to book additional nights separately. All accommodation for the duration of the tour is included.

Can I stay at the same hotel after the tour ends?

You can book additional nights at the final hotel, subject to availability and additional cost.

Is there a possibility to join the tour late?

The tour starts at a fixed time, so please arrange to arrive in Auckland before the starting time on the first day of the tour.

What should I do if I have not made plans for after the tour?

You can update your post-tour plans at a later date; it is not mandatory to provide them during the initial booking or check-in.

What is the starting point of the tour?

The tour starts at the Jucy Snooze Auckland.

What are the payment methods available for booking the tour?

You can reach out to us via the Ask a Question button for specific payment options available.

How can I book optional activities for the tour?

Optional activities, like the Hobbiton visit, can be booked through your trip manager or pre-purchased in some cases.

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New Zealand: Sun and Steam

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Platinum Operator: Contiki
Adventure & Adrenaline: Seek thrilling adventures that keep you moving
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 52
Ages 18-35

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Itinerary

Day 1
Auckland to Paihia
Start point
Auckland, Auckland Region, New Zealand (Auckland)
Meals
Dinner (Fish and chips dinner overlooking the Bay of Islands)
Accommodation
Hotel (Bounty Motel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Harbour Bridge viewing
- Hundertwasser Art Centre exterior viewing
- Guided tour at Waitangi Treaty Grounds
- Treaty Museum admission
Landmarks
Auckland Harbour Bridge
Hundertwasser Art Centre
Waitangi Treaty Grounds
Day 2
Paihia
Accommodation
Hotel (Bounty Motel (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Parasailing
- Bay of Islands cruise on Carino
- Free Time Add-On experiences
Landmarks
Bay of Islands
Day 3
Paihia to Auckland
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Lylo (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Harbour Bridge climb
- Bungee jump
- SkyJump off the Skywalk
- Multi-sensory ice cream experience at Giapo
Landmarks
Auckland Harbour Bridge
Day 4
Auckland to Rotorua
Meals
Dinner (Traditional Māori dinner and feast)
Accommodation
Hotel (Sudima Lake Rotorua (or similar))
Included Activities
- Waikato farmlands drive-through
- National Kiwi Hatchery visit - bird viewing
- Human-sized kiwi burrow exploration
- Incubation centre visit
- Traditional Māori dinner
- Traditional Māori cultural performance
- Haka participation opportunity
Landmarks
National Kiwi Hatchery
Day 5
Rotorua
Accommodation
Hotel (Sudima Lake Rotorua (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Hot spring soaking
- White water rafting
- Volcano hike
- Rotorua Dawn Canopy Tour (Contiki exclusive) - sunrise viewing, breakfast, coffee in trees, 1200m zipline adventure
Landmarks
Rotorua Geothermal Area
Day 6
Rotorua to Auckland
End point
Auckland, Auckland Region, New Zealand (Auckland)
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Geothermic mud pools viewing
Landmarks
Rotorua Geothermic Mud Pools

Landmarks
Auckland Harbour Bridge
Hundertwasser Art Centre
Waitangi Treaty Grounds

Landmarks
Bay of Islands

Landmarks
Auckland Harbour Bridge

Landmarks
National Kiwi Hatchery

Landmarks
Rotorua Geothermal Area

Landmarks
Rotorua Geothermic Mud Pools

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Where You'll Stay

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Bounty Motel (or similar)
Hotel
Days 1, 2
Lylo (or similar)
Hotel
day 3
Sudima Lake Rotorua (or similar)
Hotel
Days 4, 5

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Response time: 9 hours
Response rate: 84%
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4.8

Overall rating based on 14 Reviews

Itinerary
5.0
Transport
4.9
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
4.7
Food
4.6
Tour Operator
4.7

Riley
October 9th, 2022
It was f******** amazing
Traveled in October 2022
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Rochelle
January 26th, 2017
Led by Susie
It was all great
Traveled in December 2016
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Bek
January 25th, 2017
Led by Susie
My trip was an amazing good surprise since I wasn't sure I'd enjoy a tour, but Susie changed my mind in tours. Susie...
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Traveled in December 2016
AlyVioleta
December 29th, 2014
It's was an amazing experience and Isobel made it even better, she such a wonderful person and made sure we got the...
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Traveled in February 2013
Jess
December 26th, 2014
Isobel is an absolute gem of a tour guide! She gave us the most amazing whirlwind adventure through New Zealand,...
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Sarah
December 23rd, 2014
Izzy was an amazing tour guide! Was very friendly and fun and made the trip so worthwhile
Traveled in July 2014
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Emma
December 20th, 2014
Amazing!!!
Traveled in July 2013
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Bec
December 20th, 2014
Isobel was amazing, so informative and fun. Made sure that everyone got 110% out of their holiday!
Traveled in July 2013
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Jmderus@hotmail.com
December 14th, 2014
Isobel was amazing ... She made everyone feel so comfortable & took the time to get to know everyone! She is so...
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Traveled in December 2012
Michael
December 13th, 2014
Isobel was the best! Rotorua was my fav
Traveled in February 2014

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Sandy
Asked on May 19th, 2026
I'm 79 and do well unless I need to walk miles without stopping (my old back). Is it possible to book this tour ??
Age Range
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written May 2026
  Contiki tours are exclusively for travelers aged 18 to 35 years old, and this age restriction is strictly enforced across all departures.
P
Paula
Asked on March 27th, 2026
Is there really an age max of 35?
Age Range
- ContikiOperator•Written March 2026
  Contiki tours have an age restriction, and guests must be between 18-35 years old to be eligible to join.
T
Tony
Asked on March 12th, 2026
How definitive is the age group restriction for this tour? I will be 69 years old at the time of this tour. No mobility issues.
Age Range
- ContikiOperator•Written March 2026
  Contiki tours have an age restriction, requiring guests to be between 18-35 years old to participate. As you are outside this age range, you would not be eligible to join the trip. However, we have several sister brands that offer fantastic travel experiences from 5 years old and above age restrictions, which may be a perfect fit for you: Trafalgar - Jewels of the Bay and Costsaver - Bucket List New Zealand. These brands provide a wide range of tours and travel styles that cater to different interests and preferences, ensuring a memorable and comfortable journey for all ages from 5 years old and above.
I
Itzel
Asked on April 1st, 2025
Do I need to book additional nights separately?
Accommodation
- ContikiOperator•Written April 2025
  No, you do not need to book additional nights separately. All accommodation for the duration of the tour is included.
W
Wendy
Asked on January 18th, 2025
Can I stay at the same hotel after the tour ends?
Accommodation
- ContikiOperator•Written January 2025
  You can book additional nights at the final hotel, subject to availability and additional cost.
J
Jaimy
Asked on December 29th, 2024
Is there a possibility to join the tour late?
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written December 2024
  The tour starts at a fixed time, so please arrange to arrive in Auckland before the starting time on the first day of the tour.
S
Steve
Asked on November 6th, 2024
What should I do if I have not made plans for after the tour?
Other
- ContikiOperator•Written November 2024
  You can update your post-tour plans at a later date; it is not mandatory to provide them during the initial booking or check-in.
L
Luca
Asked on October 22nd, 2024
What is the starting point of the tour?
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written October 2024
  The tour starts at the Jucy Snooze Auckland.
D
Dalel
Asked on August 6th, 2024
What are the payment methods available for booking the tour?
Payments
- ContikiOperator•Written August 2024
  You can reach out to us via the Ask a Question button for specific payment options available.
N
Noe
Asked on July 28th, 2024
How can I book optional activities for the tour?
Other
- ContikiOperator•Written July 2024
  Optional activities, like the Hobbiton visit, can be booked through your trip manager or pre-purchased in some cases.

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Visa
- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
Payment information
- For any tour departing before August 27th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 27th, 2026, a minimum payment of $200 is required to confirm your booking with Contiki. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
- Some departure dates and prices may vary and Contiki will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
- The following cards are accepted for "Contiki" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
Cancellation Policy
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- TourRadar is an authorized Agent of Contiki. Please familiarize yourself with the Contiki payment, cancellation and refund conditions.
Accessibility
Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.
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