View allThe Maori culture evening was very memorable, and I made my best friends while boating.
Pinja, traveled in November
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- INTRO Travel
- Active
- Thrilling adventures designed to 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
- Medium Intensity
- Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
- Guided in English
- Group Size 4 - 18
- Ages 18-45
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Explore the world-famous Waitomo glowworm caves by boat
- Tour the real Hobbiton film set and locations featured in The Lord Of The Rings and Hobbit trilogies
- Experience New Zealand’s incredible volcanic landscapes and thundering waterfalls
- Experience authentic Maori culture with a traditional Maori village
- Sail across Lake Taupo
- Jet boat through canyons and cruise the breathtaking Milford Sound fiord
- Explore Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park
- Organise the trip of a lifetime travelling around New Zealand with 24/7 assistance from our local team
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 ARRIVE IN AUCKLAND
- Day 2 GLOWWORM CAVES & HOBBITON
- Day 3 DISCOVER ROTORUA
- Day 4 MAORI VILLAGE
- Day 5 TAUPO & SAILING
- Day 6 WATERFALLS & ADRENALINE
- Day 7 TRAVEL TO WELLINGTON
- Day 8 DISCOVER WELLINGTON
- Day 9 FLY TO CHRISTCHURCH
- Day 10 CHRISTCHURCH ORIENTATION & LAKE TEKAPO
- Day 11 LAKE TEKAPO
- Day 12 AORAKI/MT COOK
- Day 13 DISCOVER WANAKA
- Day 14 EXPLORE QUEENSTOWN
- Day 15 MILFORD SOUND CRUISE
- Day 16 QUEENSTOWN & JET BOATING
- Day 17 CHECK OUT
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
Operated by
INTRO Travel
Number of tours
56
Age Range
18 to 49 years old
Response time
8 hours
Response rate
88%
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- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- ACAbbey· November 24th, 2025Just finished the 17-day New Zealand trip with...Show moreTrip date: November 2025
- Pinja· November 23rd, 2025I had a truly wonderful trip to New Zealand! We...Show moreTrip date: November 2025
- Lauren· November 5th, 2025The tour was awesome! Great amounts of time in each location, and plenty to do with a little time for rest, which is always needed. Highly recommend, NZ is a beautiful place, and this tour is a great way to do a lot in a timely manner! Niamh was the best tour leader a traveler could ask for! So responsible, kind, organized, and energetic, she’s the best!!!Show more
INTRO Travel commented on this reviewHey 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 TeamTrip date: October 2025 - LLowri· November 5th, 2025It was amazing! Such a great way to see New ZealandShow moreINTRO Travel commented on this reviewHello 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 TeamTrip date: October 2025
- ATAmber· November 5th, 2025The tour itself is super, with a good balance...Show moreINTRO Travel commented on this reviewHello 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 TeamTrip date: October 2025
- Danielle· October 29th, 2025I did the 9 day North Island Tour. The itinerary is very well thought through and the accommodations were perfect for our group, I don’t normally enjoy staying in hostels but when everyone in the room is a new friend it’s great. The optional activities were so much fun and there was no pressure at all to join everything. The best part was our guide Niamh, she’s so down to earth, makes sure everyone is included and having a good time and she just has a great nature. I hope to have her as a guide in the future.Show moreINTRO Travel commented on this reviewThanks 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... Show moreTrip date: October 2025
- Eilíse· July 18th, 2025I have just finished the 17 day New Zealand tour with Intro and can honestly say I’ve had the best time! The tour was jam-packed with an amazing mix of activities from start to finish! South Island in particular was such a standout! Our group leader Danny went above and beyond to make us all feel comfortable from the get go, and to share his love for New Zealand with us. He really gave all of us such an incredible, unforgettable experience!Show moreTrip date: July 2025
- GGrace· April 16th, 2025The itinerary was amazing! We got to see and experience so much of NZ but it didn’t feel rushed. The perfect combination of natural beauty, adventurous activities (especially if you did the optional additional ones), and making memories with the group. I was a tad nervous but instantly felt at home with the group and our amazing leader Tommy. Would recommend this to anyone looking to explore NZ and make new friends and experiences!Show moreTrip date: March 2025
- GGemma· April 9th, 2025This tour is amazing!! I would highly recommend it to anyone, I have made lots of really close friends who I will be keeping in contact with going forward. New Zealand is an unbelievable country. The scenery is unreal and there are so many different places to explore. The activities included in this tour were very diverse and all so much fun. My group leader Tommy, was extremely helpful. He was a real friend to everyone on the trip and would be more than happy to help with any issues we had. He was very knowledgeable about the country as well and he played a massive role in making this tour so good.Show moreTrip date: March 2025
- Stefanie· April 9th, 2025Honestly, the whole group has been amazing, Tommy has been very organised and has made us all feel welcome and safeShow moreTrip date: March 2025
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Gary
Asked on December 1st, 2025I want to know the charge for a private room. We are uncomfortable to stay in bunk beds
INTRO TravelOperator•Written December 2025We 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, 2025What are the accommodations? Hotel or hostel? Can you send links to places we'll be staying.
- INTRO TravelOperator•Written 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, 20251. What is dorm type na accommodation? Back packers? Shared toilet? Is it possible to have a private room with own toilet?
- INTRO TravelOperator•Written 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
Traveler•Written November 2025What is the maximum number of passengers in a group? Can it be a private tour for our group?
- INTRO TravelOperator•Written 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 TravelOperator•Written 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, 2025How 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?
- INTRO TravelOperator•Written 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
Traveler•Written October 2025Would 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
Traveler•Written October 2025What is the weather like in NZ in Jan?
- INTRO TravelOperator•Written 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, 2025We need full package, all inclusive both North and South trip for Australia and New Zealand
- INTRO TravelOperator•Written 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, 2025How 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?
- INTRO TravelOperator•Written 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
Traveler•Written August 2025I can book as soon as rooms are confirmed! I'm 49 female, and I can pay in AUD or USD.
- INTRO TravelOperator•Written 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, 2025any age restriction on this tour? We are over 50
- INTRO TravelOperator•Written 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, 2025What does Shared Dormitory mean? Will the accommodation be in a hotel? For us ideal would be Double Room with private bathroom and breakfast.
- INTRO TravelOperator•Written 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, 2025I 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?
- INTRO TravelOperator•Written 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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Natasha
Asked on May 24th, 2025Is the option of a Vegetarian meal available for all meals throughout the tour duration?
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Natasha
Traveler•Written May 2025What time should I plan to arrive in Auckland airport on Day 1?
- INTRO TravelOperator•Written May 2025
Yes, there will be plenty of vegetarian options available throughout the trip, and we'll absolutely be able to cater for this. On Day 1 of your trip, there are no planned activities, so you can choose to arrive at any time. The group meets around 7pm for a welcome dinner, so we recommend arriving before then if possible.
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Natasha
Traveler•Written May 2025Is it preferable to book the tour after the visa is done or before it?
- INTRO TravelOperator•Written May 2025
I recommend checking the visa requirements for entry into New Zealand before booking the tour. After your visa application has been approved, we recommend securing your spot on the tour to avoid missing out.
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