What is the average age? Fitness level required? Adventure appetite? Does the group typically socialize? What kind of gear is required to pack?

For the moment we have only one confirmed passenger on this trip departure and they are between the age range of 70s. Fitness for this trip is rated at 2 out of 5 = Some easy physical activities included in your trip. No physical preparation is required to make the most of the journey. You will be able to meet the group during the welcome meeting on day 01.

I am a solo traveler and would prefer to have private accommodations. Is that possible and if so, what is the additional charge, and how would I select that upon booking? Is there a size and weight limit for the luggage that I bring? Do you have a list of activities and costs that I am able to pre-book at the different stops on the tour? Is it possible to register before the tour date to ensure that I am able to get the activities that I would like? Is there any place along the tour route that is possible to do laundry? What time on the Sunday start date would I need to be at the tour starting location? Are there any hotels that you would recommend to stay at in Auckland prior and after the tour? Is it possible to have transportation to the Christchurch airport pre-arranged at the end of the tour?

A single supplement is available if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. You can request your own room for $1,835. LUGGAGE RESTRICTIONS: Pack only your bare essentials. Due to limited space and strict road laws limiting gross weight of vehicles, you are required to limit your luggage to one reasonable sized suitcase or backpack (maximum weight limit of 20kg) and a small airways bag/day pack. You can book extra activities on ground with the help of your Tour Leader. You can get laundry done with the help of the Tour Leader through the hotels you will be staying at for an extra payment. Joining point is Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham at 6pm with the welcome meeting. You can use the starting point hotel for pre accommodation and post accommodation. Unfortunately we do not provide airport transfers for this booking.

How much extra is it to have my own room rather than sharing?

Prices have not been finalized for the Single supplement for December 2024 departure. Could you please check on this with us in a month's time?

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New Zealand Uncovered (Southbound) (32 destinations)

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From Auckland to Christchurch

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Platinum Operator: Intrepid Travel
Explorer: Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
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 12 - 16
Ages 15+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Auckland
Optional Activities
- Beach visit at Mission Bay
- Waterfront stroll and dining
Day 2
Auckland to Coromandel Peninsula
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cathedral Cove visit
- Hot Water Beach visit
Optional Activities
- Natural hot tub experience at Hot Water Beach (tide dependent)
Landmarks
Hot Water Beach
Cathedral Cove
Day 3
Coromandel Peninsula to Raglan
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Fish and chips feast)
Included Activities
- Sunset boat cruise around Raglan Harbour
- Fish and chips dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit local cafes, shops, and galleries
- Beach time
- Hiking trails
Landmarks
Bridal Veil Falls
Day 4
Raglan to Matamata to Rotorua
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
- Redwood Forest Canopy Walk
Optional Activities
- Waitomo Caves underground tour with glow worm viewing
- Ruakuri Forest walk
Landmarks
Waitomo Caves
Ruakuri Forest
Hobbiton Movie Set
Day 5
Rotorua
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Hangi dinner with haka dance performance)
Included Activities
- Pohutu Geyser viewing
- Hangi dinner and haka dance performance
Optional Activities
- Ziplining through ancient forests
- Mud pools exploration
- Geysers and fluorescent lakes viewing
Landmarks
Pohutu Geyser
Day 6
Rotorua to Taupo
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Huka Falls visit
Optional Activities
- Polynesian Spa visit
- Kuirau Park walk
Landmarks
Huka Falls
Lake Taupo
Day 7
Taupo
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Tongariro Crossing hike
- Adventure sports (jet boating, river kayaking, gondola, 4WD adventures)
Landmarks
Tongariro Crossing
Tongariro National Park
Day 8
Taupo to Wellington
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Mt Victoria viewpoint visit
Landmarks
Mt Victoria
Day 9
Wellington
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary visit
Optional Activities
- Weta Workshop guided tour
- Te Papa Museum visit
Landmarks
Zealandia
Weta Workshop
Te Papa Museum
Day 10
Wellington to Marlborough Sounds to Kaikoura
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Marlborough wine region winery visits and tastings
- Crayfish dinner
Landmarks
Cook Strait
Marlborough Sounds
Picton Harbour
Day 11
Kaikoura to Christchurch
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Whale-watching boat tour
- Fur seal colony visit
Landmarks
Kaikoura
Day 12
Christchurch to Lake Tekapo to Ohau/Twizel
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Mt John Lookout visit
Optional Activities
- Christchurch Cathedral visit
- Church of the Good Shepherd visit
Landmarks
Christchurch Cathedral
Lake Tekapo
Church of the Good Shepherd
Day 13
Mackenzie Country to Queenstown
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Kawarau Gorge bungy jumping
Landmarks
Mackenzie Basin
Southern Alps
Kawarau Gorge
Day 14
Queenstown
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Jet boating
- River kayaking
- Gondola flight over town
- 4WD adventure through Lord of the Rings filming locations
- Gibbston Valley wine tasting
- Lake Wakatipu walk
- Restaurant dining
Landmarks
Lake Wakatipu
Gibbston Valley
Day 15
Queenstown to Arrowtown to Wanaka
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Arrowtown heritage buildings exploration
- Old-fashioned lolly shop visit
- Hiking trails near Wanaka
- Lake Wanaka relaxation
Landmarks
Crown Range Mountains
Arrowtown
Lake Wanaka
Day 16
Wanaka
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Mou Waho Island cruise and guided nature walk
Optional Activities
- That Wanaka Tree photography
- Hiking routes
- Bike hire and cycling trails
Landmarks
Mou Waho Island
That Wanaka Tree
Day 17
Wanaka to Franz Josef
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Pub dinner
Landmarks
Lake Hawea
Day 18
Franz Josef
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Greenstone pendant carving and cultural learning
Optional Activities
- Helicopter glacier hike
- Local hot springs
- Glacial lake kayaking
Landmarks
Franz Josef Glacier
Mt Cook
Day 19
West Coast to Greymouth to Christchurch
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- TranzAlpine train journey
Optional Activities
- National Kiwi Centre visit
Landmarks
Arthur's Pass
Waimakariri River
National Kiwi Centre
Day 20
Christchurch
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Additional time in Christchurch (contact booking agent)

Landmarks
Hot Water Beach
Cathedral Cove

Landmarks
Bridal Veil Falls

Landmarks
Waitomo Caves
Ruakuri Forest
Hobbiton Movie Set

Landmarks
Pohutu Geyser

Landmarks
Huka Falls
Lake Taupo

Landmarks
Tongariro Crossing
Tongariro National Park

Landmarks
Mt Victoria

Landmarks
Zealandia
Weta Workshop
Te Papa Museum

Landmarks
Cook Strait
Marlborough Sounds
Picton Harbour

Landmarks
Kaikoura

Landmarks
Christchurch Cathedral
Lake Tekapo
Church of the Good Shepherd

Landmarks
Mackenzie Basin
Southern Alps
Kawarau Gorge

Landmarks
Lake Wakatipu
Gibbston Valley

Landmarks
Crown Range Mountains
Arrowtown
Lake Wanaka

Landmarks
Mou Waho Island
That Wanaka Tree

Landmarks
Lake Hawea

Landmarks
Franz Josef Glacier
Mt Cook

Landmarks
Arthur's Pass
Waimakariri River
National Kiwi Centre

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Insurance
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Rating: 4.5(12,051 reviews)
Response time: 5 hours
Response rate: 96%
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3.9

Overall rating based on 5 Reviews

Itinerary
4.8
Transport
3.6
Guide
4.0
Accommodation
4.0
Food
3.8
Tour Operator
4.5

Laura
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Janet
March 4th, 2024
Excellent scenery Well planned on paper but driver/guide enjoyed doing his own thing eg Mount Victoria...
Excellent scenery Well planned on paper but driver/guide enjoyed doing his own thing eg Mount Victoria omitted and other attractions missed Lovely fellow travellers Accommodation - mixed standard - Wanaka too far away, some rooms jaded didn’t enjoy several in room breakfasts Disappointed in standard of elderly minibus - gearbox trouble Poor advice by tour guide about local restaurants. All meals hurried. Breakfast not ordered at Queenstown. Incorrect names on Bus tickets for Milton Sound day trip - almost missed going !!Show more
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Rakhi
October 31st, 2023
Great tour. Amazing tourguides.
Traveled in October 2023
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William
April 5th, 2023
Wayne, the guide, was excellent! He knew New Zealand and especially South Island and was able to improvise/adhoc...
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Anonymous
April 11th, 2019
The tour was an amazing experience in an amazing country and I would highly recommend Haka.
Traveled in March 2019
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Thank you so much for your five-star review of Haka Tours and the New Zealand Uncovered tour! We're so glad you enjoyed your time seeing our country and Simon could show you the sights!
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TansyWood
April 11th, 2019
Haka Plus was amazing. I fell in love with New Zealand. Simon was great guide and the small tour group made it even...
Haka Plus was amazing. I fell in love with New Zealand. Simon was great guide and the small tour group made it even better as we all became close friends. I would highly recommend Haka Tour to all my friends and Family. I loved every moment that I was in New Zealand. I would come back in a heart beat and travel with Haka Tours again!Show more
Traveled in March 2019
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Kia ora, Tansy! Thank you so much for the lovely 5-star review of Haka Tours' New Zealand Uncovered tour. We're so glad that Simon showed you the best time, and we hope we can welcome you and/or your friends and family back to NZ one day in the future!
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Liam
Asked on October 14th, 2024
What is the average age? Fitness level required? Adventure appetite? Does the group typically socialize? What kind of gear is required to pack?
Age Range
Group size
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2024
  For the moment we have only one confirmed passenger on this trip departure and they are between the age range of 70s. Fitness for this trip is rated at 2 out of 5 = Some easy physical activities included in your trip. No physical preparation is required to make the most of the journey. You will be able to meet the group during the welcome meeting on day 01.
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Steven
Asked on March 30th, 2024
I am a solo traveler and would prefer to have private accommodations. Is that possible and if so, what is the additional charge, and how would I select that upon booking? Is there a size and weight limit for the luggage that I bring? Do you have a list of activities and costs that I am able to pre-book at the different stops on the tour? Is it possible to register before the tour date to ensure that I am able to get the activities that I would like? Is there any place along the tour route that is possible to do laundry? What time on the Sunday start date would I need to be at the tour starting location? Are there any hotels that you would recommend to stay at in Auckland prior and after the tour? Is it possible to have transportation to the Christchurch airport pre-arranged at the end of the tour?
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Single supplement
Tour Details
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2024
  A single supplement is available if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. You can request your own room for $1,835. LUGGAGE RESTRICTIONS: Pack only your bare essentials. Due to limited space and strict road laws limiting gross weight of vehicles, you are required to limit your luggage to one reasonable sized suitcase or backpack (maximum weight limit of 20kg) and a small airways bag/day pack. You can book extra activities on ground with the help of your Tour Leader. You can get laundry done with the help of the Tour Leader through the hotels you will be staying at for an extra payment. Joining point is Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham at 6pm with the welcome meeting. You can use the starting point hotel for pre accommodation and post accommodation. Unfortunately we do not provide airport transfers for this booking.
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Claudia
Asked on December 26th, 2023
How much extra is it to have my own room rather than sharing?
Single supplement
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2023
  Prices have not been finalized for the Single supplement for December 2024 departure. Could you please check on this with us in a month's time?

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New Zealand Uncovered (Southbound) (32 destinations)

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