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Budget NZ Encompassed From Auckland - 21 days

21 days
From Auckland to Christchurch
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
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 2 - 18
Ages 18-39
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Auckland to Hahei

    Included Activities

    • Visit Hot Water Beach (tide dependent)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Cathedral Cove
    • Kayaking in Hahei waters
    • Swimming in Hahei waters
    • Various other optional excursions available locally
    Landmarks
    Cathedral Cove
    Hot Water Beach
    Itinerary Image 1
  2. Day 2

    Coromandel to Rotorua

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Wonderland entry in Rotorua

    Optional Activities

    • Hobbiton movie set tour
    • Mitai Maori Village with traditional performances and hangi meal
    • Luging
    • Zorbing
    • White-water rafting
    • Geothermal landscape exploration
    Landmarks
    Hobbiton
    Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Wonderland
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 3

    Rotorua

    Optional Activities

    • Zip line tour
    • Polynesian spa
    • Kayaking adventure
    • Mount Tarawera volcanic crater hiking
    Landmarks
    Mount Tarawera
  4. Day 4

    Rotorua to Taupo

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Huka Falls
    • Explore trout-filled rivers

    Optional Activities

    • Dine at local restaurants
    • Scenic evening sailing cruise on Lake Taupo
    Landmarks
    Huka Falls
    Lake Taupo
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  5. Day 5

    Taupo

    Optional Activities

    • Tongariro Crossing hike
    • Jetboating on Lake Taupo
    • Sailing on Lake Taupo
    • Exploring Lake Taupo area
    • Bungy jumping
    • Skydiving from 15,000 feet
    • Local brewery visits
    Landmarks
    Lake Taupo
    Tongariro Crossing
  6. Day 6

    Taupo to Waitomo to Raglan

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Waitomo Caves - crawling, abseiling, rafting through caverns with glowworms
    Landmarks
    Waitomo Caves
    Itinerary Image 1
  7. Day 7

    Raglan - Auckland to Christchurch

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Included flight Auckland to Christchurch

    Optional Activities

    • Surf lesson at Raglan beach
    Landmarks
    Raglan Beach
    Itinerary Image 1
  8. Day 8

    Christchurch to Punakaiki

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Lewis Pass
    Lewis River
    Itinerary Image 1
  9. Day 9

    Punakaiki

    Included Activities

    • Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowhole Walk

    Optional Activities

    • Explore lush coastal forests
    • View limestone cliffs and canyons
    • Explore mysterious caves
    • Explore pristine rivers
    • Explore coastline
    Landmarks
    Pancake Rocks
  10. Day 10

    Punakaiki to Abel Tasman National Park

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Ohau Point and Cape Foulwind seal colonies
    • Abel Tasman National Park

    Optional Activities

    • Explore the quaint town
    • Adventure to gather fresh green-lipped mussels
    Landmarks
    Ohau Point
    Cape Foulwind
    Abel Tasman National Park
    Nelson Lakes
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  11. Day 11

    Abel Tasman to Golden Bay to Abel Tasman

    Included Activities

    • Golden Bay day trip

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Ngarua Caves
    • Walk around Te Waikoropupu Springs
    • Walk to Wharariki Beach
    Landmarks
    Golden Bay
    Ngarua Caves
    Te Waikoropupu Springs
    Wharariki Beach
  12. Day 12

    Abel Tasman National Park

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Kayaking in Abel Tasman
    • Sailing in Abel Tasman
    • Hiking in Abel Tasman
    • Canyoning in Abel Tasman
    • Skydiving in Abel Tasman
    • Leisurely beach stroll
    Landmarks
    Abel Tasman National Park
  13. Day 13

    Abel Tasman to Marlborough to Kaikoura

    Included Activities

    • Wine tasting in Marlborough

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Picton
    • Vineyard photography
    • Whale watching
    • Dolphin swimming
    Landmarks
    Marlborough Wine Region
    Marlborough Sounds
    Picton
    Kaikoura
    Itinerary Image 1
  14. Day 14

    Kaikoura to Christchurch

    Optional Activities

    • Seal spotting
    • Whale watching
    • Dolphin swimming
    • Exploring Christchurch
    Landmarks
    Christchurch
  15. Day 15

    Christchurch to Tekapo

    Optional Activities

    • Explore local bike trails
    • Relax in lakeside hot springs
    • Stargazing at Dark Sky Reserve
    Landmarks
    Lake Tekapo
  16. Day 16

    Tekapo to Queenstown

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Additional activities or walks in Tekapo
    Landmarks
    Lake Tekapo
    Itinerary Image 1
  17. Day 17

    Queenstown to Milford Sound to Queenstown

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast provided on the vehicle)

    Included Activities

    • Milford Sound day trip

    Optional Activities

    • Milford Sound cruise
    • Explore Milford Sound area
    • Stay in Queenstown for alternative activities
    Landmarks
    Milford Sound
    Mirror Lakes
    Fjordland
    Itinerary Image 1
  18. Day 18

    Queenstown

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Group meal and drinks sharing exhilarating experiences)

    Optional Activities

    • Bungy jumping
    • Canyon swings
    • Horse riding
    • Scenic skydiving
    • Bike riding
    • Luging
    • Jet boat rides up the canyon
  19. Day 19

    Queenstown - Wanaka - Franz Josef

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Stop in Wanaka town
    Landmarks
    Haast Pass
    Itinerary Image 1
  20. Day 20

    Franz Josef

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Hiking on glacier
    • Helicopter tour
    • Quad biking
    • Kayaking
    • Hot tub relaxation
    Landmarks
    Franz Josef Glacier
  21. Day 21

    Franz Josef to Christchurch

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Stop in Hokitika town
    Landmarks
    Arthur's Pass
    Southern Alps

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