How much extra for room accommodations for my husband and I, not shared with others? Is there an age restriction? What is the bus like? size/seating/windows

Accommodation on this trip is in multi-share dormitories with shared facilities. Dorms consist of 4-8 beds. Our first preference is always single gender rooming allocation. If this isn't possible, accommodation will be in mixed gender dorms. People travelling together may be separated due to rooming configurations. You may also be required to share with non-Intrepid travellers. But, a single supplement (with shared bathroom facilities) is available if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip and is subject to availability. As you're travelling as a couple a double room will be allocated to you. This single supplement would cost $2,080 USD (total for the two of you, not per person). This is an 18-35s style trip, so the maximum age is 35 for this one specifically. Though we have many other New Zealand itineraries if you are not within this range we'd be happy to suggest as well. The private vehicle will be a small van/bus large enough to fit a full group of 16 plus the guide. Leg room can get a bit cramped if the bus is full but it will fit the full group and everyone's luggage comfortably. There'll be large windows at each seat as well.

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Epic New Zealand (21 destinations)

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From Christchurch to Auckland

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Platinum Operator: Intrepid Travel
Adventure & Adrenaline: Seek thrilling adventures that keep you moving
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 12 - 16
Ages 18-35

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Itinerary

Day 1
Christchurch
Christchurch
Optional Activities
- Stroll through Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Visit Canterbury Museum to learn about the region's cultural heritage
- Group dinner at one of the city's restaurants
Landmarks
Christchurch Botanic Gardens
Canterbury Museum
Day 2
Christchurch to Lake Tekapo
Christchurch to Lake Tekapo
Meals
Lunch (Southland-style lunch of mince pies and cheese rolls at Fairlie)
Included Activities
- Christchurch city tour
- Visit Christchurch Cathedral
- Southland-style lunch (mince pies and cheese rolls) at Fairlie
- Visit Church of the Good Shepherd, Lake Tekapo
Optional Activities
- Stargaze from Mount John summit
- Tekapo Springs Hot Pool (NZD50)
- The Summit Experience (NZD209)
- The Crater Experience (NZD129)
Landmarks
Christchurch Cathedral
Lake Tekapo
Church of the Good Shepherd
Mount John
Day 3
Queenstown
Queenstown
Meals
Dinner (Dinner at Fergburger)
Included Activities
- Skyline Gondola ride with panoramic views
- Luge ride downhill
- Dinner at Fergburger
Optional Activities
- Explore Queenstown's nightlife and bars
Landmarks
Coronet Peak
The Remarkables
Lake Wakatipu
Day 4
Queenstown
Queenstown
Optional Activities
- Jet boat ride down the river
- River kayaking
- Milford Sound day trip coach-cruise-coach (NZD274)
- 4WD adventure through Lord of the Rings landscapes
- Walk around Lake Wakatipu
- Shotover River Jet Boat Ride (NZD169)
- Nevis Bungy (NZD395)
- Time Tripper (NZD20)
- Canyoning (NZD239)
- Canyon Swing (from NZD295)
- Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour (NZD285)
- Dart River Funyaks (from NZD495)
- Kawarau Bridge Bungy (NZD320)
Landmarks
Lake Wakatipu
Milford Sound
Day 5
Arrowtown to Queenstown
Arrowtown to Queenstown
Included Activities
- Arrowtown village visit and walking tour
- Kawarau Gorge scenic visit
- Wine tasting at Gibbston Valley (largest wine cave in the country)
Landmarks
Arrowtown
Kawarau Gorge
Gibbston Valley
Day 6
Queenstown to Franz Josef Glacier
Queenstown to Franz Josef Glacier
Included Activities
- Makarora Blue Pools Track walk through native forests
Optional Activities
- Lake Mapourika Scenic Cruise (NZD125)
- Quad Biking (NZD244)
- Waiho Hot Tubs (from NZD89)
- Glacier Lake Kayaking (NZD165)
- Heli-Hiking Tour (from NZD695)
- Carve your own Pounamu Necklace (NZD94)
Landmarks
Makarora Blue Pools
Franz Josef Glacier
Day 7
Franz Josef Glacier
Franz Josef Glacier
Included Activities
- Franz Josef Glacier Forest Walk
Optional Activities
- Kayak on Glacier Lake (NZD165)
- Carve your own Pounamu necklace (NZD94)
- Relax in Waiho Hot Tubs (from NZD89)
- Lake Mapourika Scenic Cruise (NZD125)
- Quad Biking (NZD244)
- Heli-Hiking Tour (from NZD695)
Landmarks
Franz Josef Glacier
Waiho River
Glacier Lake
Day 8
Franz Josef Glacier to Westport
Franz Josef Glacier to Westport
Meals
Dinner (Kiwi BBQ dinner with the group)
Included Activities
- Punakaiki rocks and blowhole visit
- Kiwi BBQ dinner at Westport
Optional Activities
- GlowWorm Cave Adventure at Charleston (NZD165)
- Underworld Cave Rafting at Charleston (NZD245)
- Surfboard Hire at Westport (NZD45)
- Surfing Lesson at Westport (NZD90)
Landmarks
Punakaiki
Day 9
Westport to Abel Tasman National Park
Westport to Abel Tasman National Park
Included Activities
- Seal colony visit at Tauranga Bay
- Museum of Kawatiri visit and guided tour
Optional Activities
- Walk through Abel Tasman National Park
- Cruise and Anchorage Walk (NZD138)
- Canyoning (from NZD319)
- Full Day Sailing (NZD213)
- Skydiving (from NZD280)
Landmarks
Tauranga Bay
Museum of Kawatiri
Abel Tasman National Park
Day 10
Abel Tasman National Park
Abel Tasman National Park
Optional Activities
- Full day sailing adventure (NZD213)
- Abel Tasman Coast Track walk
- Skydiving (from NZD280)
- Cruise and Anchorage Walk (NZD138)
- Canyoning (from NZD319)
Landmarks
Abel Tasman National Park
Abel Tasman Coast Track
Day 11
Abel Tasman National Park to Wellington
Abel Tasman National Park to Wellington
Included Activities
- Ferry through the Marlborough Sounds
Optional Activities
- Group dinner and drinks in Wellington
Landmarks
Marlborough Sounds
Picton
Day 12
Wellington
Wellington
Optional Activities
- Weta Workshop tour (NZD45)
- Mount Victoria Lookout (Free)
- Te Papa Museum (NZD35)
- Botanic Garden (Free)
- Cable Car return (NZD12)
- Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary (NZD26)
- Group dinner at one of Wellington's restaurants
Landmarks
Weta Workshop
Mount Victoria
Te Papa Museum
Wellington Botanic Garden
Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary
Day 13
Taihape
Taihape
Meals
Dinner (Farm-to-table dinner with the group featuring Kiwi produce and regional favorite dishes)
Included Activities
- Farm-to-table dinner with the group featuring Kiwi produce and regional dishes
Optional Activities
- Whitewater rafting (NZD265)
- E-Bike hire (NZD120)
Landmarks
Taihape
Day 14
Taihape to Rotorua
Taihape to Rotorua
Meals
Breakfast (Hearty cooked breakfast)
Included Activities
- Cooked breakfast
- Visit Huka Falls
Optional Activities
- Explore Lake Taupo
- Explore Rotorua hot springs and mud baths
- Redwoods Nightlights Tree Walk after dark (NZD37)
Landmarks
Huka Falls
Lake Taupo
Waikato River
Redwoods Treewalk
Day 15
Rotorua
Rotorua
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Whakarewarewa Maori Village
- Visit Pohutu geyser
Optional Activities
- Canopy ziplining (from NZD189)
- Whitewater rafting (NZD139)
- Guided glowworm kayak tour with hot pools and dinner (NZD300)
- Redwoods Nightlights Tree Walk (NZD37)
- Mountain Jade Highlights Tour (NZD45)
- River Sledging (NZD135)
- Secret Spot Hot Tubs (NZD43)
Landmarks
Whakarewarewa Maori Village
Pohutu geyser
Day 16
Rotorua to Mount Maunganui
Rotorua to Mount Maunganui
Meals
Dinner (Fish and chips on the beach)
Included Activities
- Zorb experience in Rotorua
- Mount Maunganui summit track hike
- Fish and chips dinner on the beach
Optional Activities
- Explore Mount Maunganui beaches and water activities
Landmarks
Mount Maunganui
Day 17
Mount Maunganui
Mount Maunganui
Optional Activities
- Surfing lessons (NZD79)
- E-Bike hire for 1 hour (NZD30)
- Waimarino Adventure Park in Bay of Plenty (NZD45)
Landmarks
Mount Maunganui Beach
Waimarino Adventure Park
Bay of Plenty
Day 18
Mount Maunganui to Auckland
Mount Maunganui to Auckland
Optional Activities
- Sky Tower viewing platform (NZD47)
- Sample fresh seafood
- All-Blacks Experience (NZD69)
- Group dinner and drinks with the tour group
Landmarks
Sky Tower
All-Blacks Experience
Day 19
Auckland
Auckland

Landmarks
Christchurch Botanic Gardens
Canterbury Museum

Landmarks
Christchurch Cathedral
Lake Tekapo
Church of the Good Shepherd
Mount John

Landmarks
Coronet Peak
The Remarkables
Lake Wakatipu

Landmarks
Lake Wakatipu
Milford Sound

Landmarks
Arrowtown
Kawarau Gorge
Gibbston Valley

Landmarks
Makarora Blue Pools
Franz Josef Glacier

Landmarks
Franz Josef Glacier
Waiho River
Glacier Lake

Landmarks
Punakaiki

Landmarks
Tauranga Bay
Museum of Kawatiri
Abel Tasman National Park

Landmarks
Abel Tasman National Park
Abel Tasman Coast Track

Landmarks
Marlborough Sounds
Picton

Landmarks
Weta Workshop
Mount Victoria
Te Papa Museum
Wellington Botanic Garden
Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary

Landmarks
Taihape

Landmarks
Huka Falls
Lake Taupo
Waikato River
Redwoods Treewalk

Landmarks
Whakarewarewa Maori Village
Pohutu geyser

Landmarks
Mount Maunganui

Landmarks
Mount Maunganui Beach
Waimarino Adventure Park
Bay of Plenty

Landmarks
Sky Tower
All-Blacks Experience

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How much extra for room accommodations for my husband and I, not shared with others? Is there an age restriction? What is the bus like? size/seating/windows
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written May 2026
  Accommodation on this trip is in multi-share dormitories with shared facilities. Dorms consist of 4-8 beds. Our first preference is always single gender rooming allocation. If this isn't possible, accommodation will be in mixed gender dorms. People travelling together may be separated due to rooming configurations. You may also be required to share with non-Intrepid travellers. But, a single supplement (with shared bathroom facilities) is available if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip and is subject to availability. As you're travelling as a couple a double room will be allocated to you. This single supplement would cost $2,080 USD (total for the two of you, not per person).
  
  This is an 18-35s style trip, so the maximum age is 35 for this one specifically. Though we have many other New Zealand itineraries if you are not within this range we'd be happy to suggest as well.
  
  The private vehicle will be a small van/bus large enough to fit a full group of 16 plus the guide. Leg room can get a bit cramped if the bus is full but it will fit the full group and everyone's luggage comfortably. There'll be large windows at each seat as well.

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