Do you have the tour starting between 15 to 20th of March 2026

At the moment, we do not have any departures starting between 15th and 20th March 2026. Our available departures are 7th March 2026 and 9th April 2026.

How much does this package come to for private room / accomodation instead of shared accomodation

A private room supplement (with shared bathroom facilities) is available for USD 1,310 if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. For a solo traveller, this would provide you with a single room. If travelling as a couple, a double room would be allocated. Please note that the private room supplement does not apply to Day 6 (Murupara), where accommodation will be shared. The supplement is also subject to availability, as only a limited number of private rooms are available per departure.

Do u have 1 spot for this day ?

We currently do still have availability for our 21DEC departure as it is not a full group however it is On Request. Meaning since this departure is fast approaching we will need to request your spot with our local team and they will need to double check with our suppliers that we are actually able to confirm you. This process can take anywhere from 3-4 business days and we will need payment in full to proceed. If for any reason we cannot accommodate you a full refund will be issued.

I saw the price should be $1,879, I plan to go in March 2026, why it isn't available when I check availability?

We're thrilled to let you know that there is availability for your adventure from Saturday, March 7, 2026, to Tuesday, March 17, 2026. The current price is US$2,600 per traveller for a twin/double room, but do keep in mind that prices are subject to change.

Is there any availability for 4 adults in December for a tour starting earlier than the 21st of December? Perhaps starting on the 14th?

We have 12 spots available on the 21 Dec and 28 Dec departures.

Are you tour dates flexible? Are there other options?

Our tour dates are set and cannot be customized. For a date range of November 8th - 19th, 2025, we have Enchanting Northland - 5-Days, New Zealand Northern Trail (Southbound) - 10-Days, and New Zealand's North to South Island Adventure - 11- Days.

From

$2,540

US $2,032 per person

New Zealand's South to North Island Adventure

11 days

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From Christchurch to Auckland

4.1

7 traveler reviews

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I really enjoyed learning more about Maori culture, the great selection of activities on tour and seeing all of the unique landscapes like volcanoes and geysers.
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Adrienn, traveled in September
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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 1 - 16
Ages 18+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Christchurch
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Christchurch Cathedral
- Visit local cafes and shops
- Dinner at local restaurants
Landmarks
Christchurch Cathedral
Day 2
Kaikoura
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to a Seal Colony
Optional Activities
- Wildlife Kayaking - NZD140
- Whale Watching - NZD175
- Dolphin Encounter - NZD120
- Albatross Encounter - NZD175
- Explore Kaikoura town
Landmarks
Kaikoura Seal Colony
Day 3
Kaikoura - Picton - Wellington
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cook Strait Ferry Crossing
- Mount Victoria Lookout
Optional Activities
- Explore Picton harbour town
- Dinner and drinks in Wellington
Landmarks
Cook Strait
Marlborough Sounds
Mount Victoria Lookout
Day 4
Wellington to Taupo
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Scenic Drive through Tongariro National Park
Optional Activities
- Parliament Buildings tour
- Cable car ride
- Mt Victoria visit
Landmarks
Mount Ruapehu
Mount Tongariro
Mount Ngauruhoe
Lake Taupo
Day 5
Taupo
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Tongariro Crossing Return Shuttle to/from Trail Head (Nov-Apr only) - NZD130
- Skydive - from NZD529
- Water Touch Bungy - NZD235
- Lake Taupo Sailing Adventure - NZD69
- Hiking trails around Taupo
- Visit natural hot pools at Otumuheke Stream
- Boat trip to view Maori cliff artwork
Landmarks
Tongariro Crossing
Tongariro National Park
Otumuheke Stream
Day 6
Murupara
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional hangi meal cooked underground)
Included Activities
- Village Tour with Local Maori
- Learn the Haka
- Learn to Weave Flax
- Hangi Dinner
Landmarks
Ngati Manawa Tribal Lands
Day 7
Rotorua
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Te Puia Maori Village
- Pohutu Geyser
Optional Activities
- Stop at thermal park
- Government Gardens tour
- Kiwi conservation centre visit
- River Sledging - NZD135
- Guided Glowworm Kayak, Hot Pools & Dinner - NZD300
- Forest Ziplining Canopy Tour - from NZD189
- Whitewater Rafting - NZD139
- ZORB - from NZD45
- Mt Tarawera Hike - NZD209
Landmarks
Te Puia Maori Village
Pohutu Geyser
Government Gardens
Day 8
Rotorua
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Kuirau Park visit
- River Sledging - NZD135
- Guided Glowworm Kayak, Hot Pools & Dinner - NZD300
- Forest Ziplining Canopy Tour - from NZD189
- Whitewater Rafting - NZD139
- ZORB - from NZD45
- Mt Tarawera Hike - NZD209
Landmarks
Kuirau Park
Kaituna River
Day 9
Rotorua to Coromandel Peninsula - Hobbiton
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
- Cathedral Cove
Optional Activities
- Cathedral Cove Kayaking - NZD175
- Explore Coromandel coastline
Landmarks
Hobbiton Movie Set
Cathedral Cove
Green Dragon Inn
Day 10
Coromandel Peninsula to Auckland
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hot Water Beach
Optional Activities
- Dinner with the group in Auckland
Landmarks
Hot Water Beach
Day 11
Auckland
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Extra accommodation in Auckland (arrange in advance)

Landmarks
Christchurch Cathedral

Landmarks
Kaikoura Seal Colony

Landmarks
Cook Strait
Marlborough Sounds
Mount Victoria Lookout

Landmarks
Mount Ruapehu
Mount Tongariro
Mount Ngauruhoe
Lake Taupo

Landmarks
Tongariro Crossing
Tongariro National Park
Otumuheke Stream

Landmarks
Ngati Manawa Tribal Lands

Landmarks
Te Puia Maori Village
Pohutu Geyser
Government Gardens

Landmarks
Kuirau Park
Kaituna River

Landmarks
Hobbiton Movie Set
Cathedral Cove
Green Dragon Inn

Landmarks
Hot Water Beach

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Number of tours

874

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

7 hours

Response rate

92%

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Traveler Reviews

4.1

Overall rating based on 7 Reviews

Itinerary
4.2
Transport
4.1
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
3.6
Food
4.1
Tour Operator
4.5

A
Adrienn
September 5th, 2023
5
This tour was an amazing way to see the main highlights of the North Island. I really enjoyed learning more about...
This tour was an amazing way to see the main highlights of the North Island. I really enjoyed learning more about Maori culture, the great selection of activities on tour and seeing all of the unique landscapes like volcanoes and geysers. My tour guide Summer was also the best! Always full of energy and joy and this really reflected on our group's mood too. Highly recommend!Show more
Traveled in November 2022
Kathy
February 20th, 2019
4
Great tour, friendly funny guide
Traveled in January 2019
Debbie
January 13th, 2019
4.5
Glad I did reverse tour, activities and experiencing the culture was amazing. Loved sailing on Lake Taupo and...
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Traveled in January 2019
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Anonymous
May 28th, 2018
4
love it ,Simon was our quide and he was great
Traveled in May 2018
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Kia Ora! So glad to hear that you had a good time on tour with Si, we'll be sure to pass on the good feedback! Let us know if you plan on coming back to New Zealand, we would love to have you on tour with us again!
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Anonymous
May 28th, 2018
3
im not disappointed, i love it , overall for me was good, itinerary good, transportation good accomodation good meals...
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Traveled in May 2018
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Kia Ora! Thank you very much for your kind words, very happy to hear that you had a good time on tour with us! Please let us know if you plan to come back to New Zealand, would love to have you on board with us again!
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Bozena
May 28th, 2018
4
Meeting with local wariers and dining with them. All nature is beautiful.
Traveled in May 2018
Lizzy
January 4th, 2018
4.5
Absolutely fabulous North Island Haka tour with guide Katie. Locations and activities chosen were ideal and the group...
Absolutely fabulous North Island Haka tour with guide Katie. Locations and activities chosen were ideal and the group a perfect size of 14. Some of the accommodation could have been a little better (for the amount paid for the tour) but otherwise a fantastic experience. Katie was a superb guide with excellent knowledge, awesome bus driving skills and sensational social skills. Highly recommend Haka tours!!Show more
Traveled in December 2017

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Antonio
Asked on February 4th, 2026
Do you have the tour starting between 15 to 20th of March 2026
Price / Availability
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2026
  At the moment, we do not have any departures starting between 15th and 20th March 2026. Our available departures are 7th March 2026 and 9th April 2026.
R
Ross
Asked on December 27th, 2025
How much does this package come to for private room / accomodation instead of shared accomodation
Accommodation
Price / Availability
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2025
  A private room supplement (with shared bathroom facilities) is available for USD 1,310 if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. For a solo traveller, this would provide you with a single room. If travelling as a couple, a double room would be allocated. Please note that the private room supplement does not apply to Day 6 (Murupara), where accommodation will be shared. The supplement is also subject to availability, as only a limited number of private rooms are available per departure.
A
Angela
Asked on November 27th, 2025
Do u have 1 spot for this day ?
Price / Availability
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written November 2025
  We currently do still have availability for our 21DEC departure as it is not a full group however it is On Request. Meaning since this departure is fast approaching we will need to request your spot with our local team and they will need to double check with our suppliers that we are actually able to confirm you. This process can take anywhere from 3-4 business days and we will need payment in full to proceed. If for any reason we cannot accommodate you a full refund will be issued.
F
Fiona
Asked on October 28th, 2025
I saw the price should be $1,879, I plan to go in March 2026, why it isn't available when I check availability?
Price / Availability
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2025
  We're thrilled to let you know that there is availability for your adventure from Saturday, March 7, 2026, to Tuesday, March 17, 2026. The current price is US$2,600 per traveller for a twin/double room, but do keep in mind that prices are subject to change.
J
Janice
Asked on August 3rd, 2025
Is there any availability for 4 adults in December for a tour starting earlier than the 21st of December? Perhaps starting on the 14th?
Price / Availability
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written August 2025
  We have 12 spots available on the 21 Dec and 28 Dec departures.
T
Tyler
Asked on June 29th, 2025
Are you tour dates flexible? Are there other options?
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written June 2025
  Our tour dates are set and cannot be customized. For a date range of November 8th - 19th, 2025, we have Enchanting Northland - 5-Days, New Zealand Northern Trail (Southbound) - 10-Days, and New Zealand's North to South Island Adventure - 11- Days.

From

$2,540

-20%

US $2,032 per person

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

Select Date

1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Best price guarantee Learn More

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