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NZ Adventure 17 Day

17 days
From Auckland to Queenstown
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Thrilling adventures designed to keep you moving
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
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Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 18
Ages 18-45
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Auckland

    Start point
    Auckland Airport (AKL), Ray Emery Drive, Auckland, Auckland 2022, New Zealand (Arrival Hall)
    Landmarks
    Auckland
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  2. Day 2

    Auckland to Waitomo to Hobbiton to Rotorua

    Included Activities

    • Waitomo glowworm caves boat tour
    • Hobbiton film set guided tour
    • Drink at the Green Dragon Inn
    Landmarks
    Waitomo Caves
    Hobbiton Movie Set
    Green Dragon Inn
    Rotorua
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  3. Day 3

    Rotorua

    Included Activities

    • Kerosene Creek
    • Wai o Tapu geothermal wonderland
    Landmarks
    Kerosene Creek
    Wai o Tapu
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  4. Day 4

    Rotorua

    Included Activities

    • Māori village experience at Mitai

    Optional Activities

    • Zorbing
    • Skyline luge
    Landmarks
    Mitai Māori Village
  5. Day 5

    Rotorua to Taupo

    Included Activities

    • Lake Taupo sail
    Landmarks
    Lake Taupo
    Taupo
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  6. Day 6

    Taupo

    Included Activities

    • Huka Falls

    Optional Activities

    • Skydiving
    • Bungee jumping
    Landmarks
    Huka Falls
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  7. Day 7

    Taupo to Wellington

    Landmarks
    Wellington
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  8. Day 8

    Wellington

    Included Activities

    • Wellington city orientation tour
    • Wellington Cable Car
    • Te Papa Tongarewa Museum
    Landmarks
    Te Papa Tongarewa Museum
    Wellington Cable Car
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  9. Day 9

    Wellington to Christchurch

    Landmarks
    Christchurch
  10. Day 10

    Christchurch to Lake Tekapo

    Included Activities

    • Christchurch city orientation
    Landmarks
    Lake Tekapo
  11. Day 11

    Lake Tekapo

    Included Activities

    • Mount John hike
    • Lake Tekapo hot pools
    Landmarks
    Mount John
    Southern Alps
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  12. Day 12

    Lake Tekapo to Wanaka

    Included Activities

    • Aoraki/Mt Cook hiking with views
    Landmarks
    Aoraki/Mt Cook
    Wanaka
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  13. Day 13

    Wanaka

    Included Activities

    • Kayaking on Lake Wanaka
    • Wanaka Tree discovery
    • Mount Iron hike
    Landmarks
    Lake Wanaka
    Wanaka Tree
    Mount Iron
    The Pisa Range
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  14. Day 14

    Wanaka to Queenstown

    Included Activities

    • Queenstown city orientation
    Landmarks
    Queenstown
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  15. Day 15

    Queenstown to Milford Sound

    Included Activities

    • Milford Sound cruise
    Landmarks
    Milford Sound
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  16. Day 16

    Queenstown

    Meals
    Dinner (Farewell dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Queenstown orientation walk
    • Jet boating on Lake Wakatipu
    Landmarks
    Lake Wakatipu
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  17. Day 17

    Queenstown

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INTRO Travel

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5.0
Overall rating based on 47 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.8
  • Transport
    4.6
  • Guide
    4.9
  • Accommodation
    4.3
  • Food
    4.4
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  • C
    March 3rd, 2026
    5
    I did the NZ 17 day tour of North and South Island and it was honestly immense! You get to see all the major sites...
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    Traveled in February 2026
    Reply from: INTRO Travel
    Hello Cerian, Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re really glad you enjoyed exploring both the North and South Island and that the trip felt easy and well organised throughout. Niamh will be very happy to hear your kind words. It’s great to know she helped keep everything running smoothly. Kind regards, The INTRO Travel Team
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  • NZ Adventure 17 Day reviewer 2
    February 3rd, 2026
    5
    I absolutely loved this tour and Niamh was a phenomenal tourguide !! She made the tour so special and fun and we had...
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    Traveled in January 2026
    Reply from: INTRO Travel
    Thank you for your review, Emily! We’re so pleased to hear how much you enjoyed the NZ Adventure and that this was another great experience with us. Niamh will be delighted to read this. Thanks again for travelling with Intro Travel and for your continued support. Kind Regards, The INTRO Travel Tea
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  • A
    November 24th, 2025
    5
    Just finished the 17-day New Zealand trip with Intro! Had an absolute blast and made friends for life 🥰 Our group...
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    Traveled in November 2025
  • NZ Adventure 17 Day reviewer 4
    November 23rd, 2025
    5
    I had a truly wonderful trip to New Zealand! We toured both islands with our lovely group. We had a wonderful guide...
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    Traveled in November 2025
  • NZ Adventure 17 Day reviewer 5
    November 5th, 2025
    5
    The tour was awesome! Great amounts of time in each location, and plenty to do with a little time for rest, which is...
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    Traveled in October 2025
    Reply from: INTRO Travel
    Hey Lauren, Thank you for the lovely review. We’re so glad you enjoyed your 17 Day NZ Adventure and that Niamh helped make the experience so memorable. Kind regards, The INTRO Travel Team
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  • L
    November 5th, 2025
    5
    It was amazing! Such a great way to see New Zealand
    Traveled in October 2025
    Reply from: INTRO Travel
    Hello Lowri, Thank you for the lovely review. We’re so glad you enjoyed your 17 Day NZ Adventure and had such an amazing time exploring New Zealand. Kind regards, The INTRO Travel Team
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  • A
    November 5th, 2025
    5
    The tour itself is super, with a good balance of free time to chill or do activities and planned activities included...
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    Traveled in October 2025
    Reply from: INTRO Travel
    Hello Amber, Thank you for the lovely review. We’re so glad you enjoyed your 17 Day NZ Adventure and felt the balance of free time and included activities was spot on. Kind regards, The INTRO Travel Team
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  • NZ Adventure 17 Day reviewer 8
    October 29th, 2025
    5
    I did the 9 day North Island Tour. The itinerary is very well thought through and the accommodations were perfect for...
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    Traveled in October 2025
    Reply from: INTRO Travel
    Thanks for your lovely review, Danielle. We’re so glad you had such a great time exploring New Zealand’s North Island and that Niamh helped make it such a fun and welcoming experience. Sounds like an incredible trip with an even better group. Kind regards, The INTRO Travel team
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  • NZ Adventure 17 Day reviewer 9
    July 18th, 2025
    5
    I have just finished the 17 day New Zealand tour with Intro and can honestly say I’ve had the best time! The tour was...
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    Traveled in July 2025
  • G
    April 16th, 2025
    5
    The itinerary was amazing! We got to see and experience so much of NZ but it didn’t feel rushed. The perfect...
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    Traveled in March 2025

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    Vicky

    Asked on December 17th, 2025

    Would there be a discount if he books so many tours with you?

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    • INTRO TravelOperatorWritten January 2026

      We can offer 5% off all tours. I would also be able to offer a TourRadar discount on all the tours as well!

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    Gary

    Asked on December 1st, 2025

    I want to know the charge for a private room. We are uncomfortable to stay in bunk beds

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    Tour Details
    • INTRO TravelOperatorWritten December 2025

      We can look into the possibility of a private room for you both to share. However please just bear in mind that it's not possible to confirm a private room at the accommodation in Queenstown so you would need to share with others for the nights spent there. Which currency will you be paying in and I can provide you with a quote? And can I also double check that both of you are below the age of 45 please? As this is the upper age limit for this tour.

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    Olga

    Asked on November 27th, 2025

    What are the accommodations? Hotel or hostel? Can you send links to places we'll be staying.

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    • INTRO TravelOperatorWritten November 2025

      Our NZ Adventure 17 day is the perfect mix of adventure, culture, nightlife and chill time. Packed full of incredible (and included) experiences like glowworm caves, ancient Maori culture, jet boating through canyons and cruising Milford sound. Plus some great accommodation, an instant group of friends and an awesome group leader to take care of everything

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    Erica

    Asked on November 11th, 2025

    1. What is dorm type na accommodation? Back packers? Shared toilet? Is it possible to have a private room with own toilet?

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    • INTRO TravelOperatorWritten November 2025

      On our NZ 17 Day tour you'll be in mixed dorm rooms with a shared bathroom! We can certainly look into the possibility of a private room for you. However we do room you with someone of the same gender and try our best to room you with someone of a similar age. Please note, a private room upgrade is not available in the Queenstown accommodation.

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      Erica

      TravelerWritten November 2025

      What is the maximum number of passengers in a group? Can it be a private tour for our group?

    • INTRO TravelOperatorWritten November 2025

      The hostels we stay at in New Zealand don't accept guests over the age of 45, can I check that everyone in your group is below this age please?

    • INTRO TravelOperatorWritten November 2025

      The majority of our group members are in their 20s and 30s, and our New Zealand trip has an age cap of 45, so unfortunately our tours may not be the best fit for your group.

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    Lorraine

    Asked on October 30th, 2025

    How many people are typically per dorm and is it mixed gender? Is there a limit to luggage? I will be traveling with 1 large and 1 small suitcase?

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    • INTRO TravelOperatorWritten October 2025

      The dorms we use are usually either 6 or 4 bed and mixed with the rest of the INTRO group! You'll be fine travelling with either a suitcase or a backpack and 1 smaller day pack! We just recommend packing light - 10–20kg should be plenty. Plus, there will be places along the way where you can do laundry, so you won't need to overpack!

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      Lorraine

      TravelerWritten October 2025

      Would there be many people traveling on their own? It will be my first time and I'll be a little nervous. Would there be another tour you'd recommend? I'm looking at the end of Jan! Possibly the 17th

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      Lorraine

      TravelerWritten October 2025

      What is the weather like in NZ in Jan?

    • INTRO TravelOperatorWritten October 2025

      70% of the people that join us on trips are solo travellers so you will be in great company! NZ is an incredible country to travel, and Jan is perfect as its the middle of their summer time!

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    Joyce

    Asked on August 24th, 2025

    We need full package, all inclusive both North and South trip for Australia and New Zealand

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    • INTRO TravelOperatorWritten August 2025

      Our NZ Adventure 17 day is the perfect mix of adventure, culture, nightlife and chill time. Packed full of incredible experiences like glowworm caves, ancient Maori culture, jet boating through canyons and cruising Milford sound. All transport while on the trip is included, as well as all your accommodation, activities and some meals.

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    Caitlin

    Asked on August 5th, 2025

    How many people are signed up for the tour on August 22? I'm very interested in joining, but would like a private room. Would this be possible?

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    • INTRO TravelOperatorWritten August 2025

      We currently already have 8 booked on to the 22nd August New Zealand Adventure 17 Day tour! We can certainly look into the possibility of a private room for you. However we do room you with someone of the same gender (excluding multi-share accommodation) and try our best to room you with someone of a similar age.

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      Caitlin

      TravelerWritten August 2025

      I can book as soon as rooms are confirmed! I'm 49 female, and I can pay in AUD or USD.

    • INTRO TravelOperatorWritten August 2025

      Unfortunately the hostels we stay at in New Zealand (and Australia) do not accept anyone over the age of 45, so we wouldn't be able to book you onto a tour there.

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    Luke

    Asked on June 10th, 2025

    any age restriction on this tour? We are over 50

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    • INTRO TravelOperatorWritten June 2025

      Unfortunately the hostels we stay at in New Zealand do not accept anyone over the age of 45, so we wouldn't be able to book you onto a tour there.

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    Robyn

    Asked on June 3rd, 2025

    What does Shared Dormitory mean? Will the accommodation be in a hotel? For us ideal would be Double Room with private bathroom and breakfast.

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    • INTRO TravelOperatorWritten June 2025

      The accommodation included on this trip is multi-share throughout. However, we can look into the possibility of a private room. Not all private rooms are ensuite, so you would be sharing a bathroom in some locations.

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    Sandy

    Asked on June 2nd, 2025

    I have a question in the visitor VISA application about Full address of accomodation if known. Should I book this and then show the itinerary here as the proof? Do you have any idea about this?

    Visa
    • INTRO TravelOperatorWritten June 2025

      Regarding your visa application - it's up to you whether you'd like to organise your visa or book your tour first. The full address of the starting accommodation you'll need for your form is below: Haka House Auckland - 5 Turner St, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

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    • 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.
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    • For any tour departing before April 21st, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after April 21st, 2026, a minimum payment of 25% is required to confirm your booking with INTRO Travel. 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 35 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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