My wife and I are over 75 years old but under 80. Would you make an exception to your under 75 years of age rule for us? We are both healthy and do not need any assistance traveling.

We do not have an upper age limit onboard the Kiwi Experience bus, and welcome people from all walks of life onboard. We would love to have you both on board.

Do you still have available spot for the 7th of April?

Unfortunately not no, the next departure will be the 9th!

Is it possible to do this tour with a single room in the hostels please? I'm a 60 year old woman who likes the hostel vibe but prefers own rooms where possible.

Unfortunately we are unable to book single rooms and only possible to stay in multi-share.

Are there spots still available for this tour? Are you happy to have me doing the tour even though my date of birth is April 1977?

Unfortunately we do not have availability for the Kiwi Classic tour departing on the 6th Feb. We do however have availability on the 8th if that suits? Or we do have "The Moa" tour starting on the 7th Feb available which is the same tour but with the Bay of Islands section.

Is there any second bus for this tour

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The Kiwi Classic Tour

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Guided in English
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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Auckland to Paihia
Auckland to Paihia
Start point
54 Cook Street, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010, New Zealand (Lylo Hostel, 07:15 - 07:15)
Accommodation
Hostel (Palm Tree Lodge (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Cruise to Hole in the Rock
- Spot marine life and secret coves
- Sailing
- Fishing
- Diving
- Parasailing
- Visit Waitangi Treaty Grounds
- Beach relaxation
Landmarks
Whangārei Falls
Bay of Islands
Hole in the Rock
Waitangi Treaty Grounds
Day 2
Paihia
Paihia
Accommodation
Hostel (Palm Tree Lodge (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Ferry ride to Otehei Bay
- Cruise to Hole in the Rock with dolphin spotting
- Explore Waitangi Treaty Grounds
- Scenic horse trek along coastline
- Evening Sundowner Cruise
Landmarks
Otehei Bay
Hole in the Rock
Waitangi Treaty Grounds
Day 3
Paihia to Auckland
Paihia to Auckland
Accommodation
Hostel (Lylo)
Optional Activities
- Island escapes
- Cultural discoveries
- Skyline viewing
Day 4
Auckland to Coromandel Peninsula
Auckland to Coromandel Peninsula
Accommodation
Hostel (Hot Water Beach Top 10 Holiday Park)
Included Activities
- Kayaking to Cathedral Cove
- Hot Water Beach experience
Landmarks
Cathedral Cove
Hot Water Beach
Day 5
Coromandel Peninsula to Waitomo
Coromandel Peninsula to Waitomo
Accommodation
Hostel (Waitomo Homestead Cabins)
Included Activities
- Hike through Karangahake Gorge and old mining tunnels
- Visit glow-worm caves
- Walk through Ruakuri Scenic Reserve
Optional Activities
- Black Water Rafting trip - raft in tubes, leap off waterfalls, float beneath glow worms
Landmarks
Karangahake Gorge
Waitomo Caves
Ruakuri Scenic Reserve
Day 6
Waitomo to Rotorua
Waitomo to Rotorua
Accommodation
Hostel (Rock Solid Backpackers)
Optional Activities
- Visit Hobbiton village
- White Water Rafting
- Zip Lining
- Geothermal activity exploration
- Natural hot springs
- Mitai Māori Village 3-hour experience with traditional Māori feast
Landmarks
Hobbiton
Mitai Māori Village
Day 7
Rotorua
Rotorua
Accommodation
Hostel (Rock Solid Backpackers)
Optional Activities
- Ride the rapids of the Kaituna river
- Mountain Jade Highlights tour
- Wai Ariki restorative spa journey
Landmarks
Kaituna River
Day 8
Rotorua to Lake Taupō
Rotorua to Lake Taupō
Accommodation
Hostel (Adventure Hostel Taupo)
Included Activities
- Walk to Huka Falls
Optional Activities
- Te Puia geothermal reserve exploration
- Sailing across Lake Taupō to Māori rock carvings
- Skydiving above Lake Taupō
Landmarks
Te Puia
Huka Falls
Lake Taupō
Māori rock carvings
Day 9
Lake Taupō to Wellington
Lake Taupō to Wellington
Accommodation
Hostel (Haka House)
Included Activities
- Two-hour walk through Tongariro National Park native bush and waterfalls (summer only)
- Visit Mount Victoria (free)
Optional Activities
- Explore Wellington craft beer scene
- Wellington nightlife
Landmarks
Tongariro National Park
Mount Victoria
Day 10
Wellington to Kaiteriteri
Wellington to Kaiteriteri
Accommodation
Hostel (Kaiteri Lodge)
Included Activities
- Interislander ferry across Cook Strait through Marlborough Sounds
Optional Activities
- Explore Abel Tasman National Park on foot
- Kayak through Abel Tasman National Park
- Water taxi tour of Abel Tasman National Park
- Skydiving above Abel Tasman National Park
Landmarks
Marlborough Sounds
Abel Tasman National Park
Day 11
Kaiteriteri to Westport
Kaiteriteri to Westport
Accommodation
Hostel (Bazils Hostel & Surf School)
Optional Activities
- Kayaking to Split Apple Rock
- Kayaking along golden bays near Kaiteriteri
- Water taxi to Abel Tasman National Park bays
- Native forest stroll
- Photo stop at Nelson Lakes wharf
Landmarks
Split Apple Rock
Nelson Lakes
Day 12
Westport to Lake Mahinapua
Westport to Lake Mahinapua
Accommodation
Hostel (Mahinapua Hotel)
Included Activities
- Cape Foulwind seal colony walk
- Punakaiki Pancake Rocks
Landmarks
Cape Foulwind
Punakaiki Pancake Rocks
Lake Mahinapua
Day 13
Mahinapua to Franz Josef
Mahinapua to Franz Josef
Accommodation
Hostel (Rainforest Retreat)
Optional Activities
- Franz Josef Glacier views
- Walking trails
- Explore Franz Josef wilderness
Landmarks
Te Wahipounamu
Aoraki/Mount Cook
Franz Josef Glacier
Day 14
Franz Josef
Franz Josef
Accommodation
Hostel (Rainforest Retreat)
Optional Activities
- Franz Josef Glacier Heli Hike tour
- Walking trails (free)
- Lake Mapourika kayak tour
Landmarks
Franz Josef Glacier
Lake Mapourika
Day 15
Franz Josef to Wanaka
Franz Josef to Wanaka
Accommodation
Hostel (Adventure Hostel )
Optional Activities
- Haast Pass scenic views
- Visit 'That Wanaka Tree'
- Ski fields and pizza in skis (winter)
- Snowboarding (winter)
- Mountain biking (summer)
- Mountain carting (summer)
- Day hikes in the area (summer)
Landmarks
Haast Pass
That Wanaka Tree
Lake Wanaka
Day 16
Wanaka to Queenstown
Wanaka to Queenstown
Accommodation
Hostel (Nomads Hostel)
Optional Activities
- Roy's Peak hike
- Kawarau Bridge adrenaline activities
- Bungy jumping
- Jet boating
- Scenic gondola rides
- Lakeside strolls
Landmarks
Roy's Peak
Lake Hawea
Crown Range
Kawarau Bridge
Day 17
Queenstown
Queenstown
Accommodation
Hostel (Nomads Hostel)
Optional Activities
- Lake exploration
- Surrounding walks
- Adrenaline-pumping activities
Landmarks
Lake Wakatipu
Day 18
Queenstown to Milford Sound
Queenstown to Milford Sound
Accommodation
Hostel (Nomads Hostel)
Included Activities
- Scenic boat cruise through Milford Sound
Optional Activities
- Stop in Te Anau for coffee or breakfast
- Spot dolphins, seals, and penguins
Landmarks
Te Anau
Homer Tunnel
Milford Sound
Rahotu/Mitre Peak
Piopiotahi Marine Reserve
Day 19
Queenstown to Lake Tekapo
Queenstown to Lake Tekapo
Accommodation
Hostel (Lakes Edge)
Optional Activities
- Photo stop at Mount Cook/Lake Pukaki
- Lakeside relaxation
- Hot springs soaking
- Scenic walkway discovery
- Stargazing at dark sky reserve
Landmarks
Lindis Pass
Aoraki/Mount Cook
Lake Pukaki
Lake Tekapo
Day 20
Lake Tekapo to Kaikoura
Lake Tekapo to Kaikoura
Accommodation
Hostel (Hotel Give)
Optional Activities
- Explore Christchurch street art
- Visit botanical gardens
- Learn about earthquake recovery history
Landmarks
Christchurch
Day 21
Kaikoura
Kaikoura
Accommodation
Hostel (Dusky Lodge)
Optional Activities
- Whale watching
- Swimming with dolphins
- Beach relaxation
- Seafood dining
Landmarks
Kaikoura
Day 22
Kaikoura to Wellington
Kaikoura to Wellington
Accommodation
Hostel (Haka House)
Included Activities
- Seal viewing at Kaikoura coastline
- Interislander ferry to North Island through Marlborough Sounds
Landmarks
Kaikoura coastline seals
Marlborough Sounds
Day 23
Wellington to Auckland
Wellington to Auckland
End point
54 Cook Street, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010, New Zealand (Lylo Hostel, 18:00 - 18:00)
Landmarks
Taihape
Central Plateau
Tongariro National Park

Landmarks
Whangārei Falls
Bay of Islands
Hole in the Rock
Waitangi Treaty Grounds

Landmarks
Otehei Bay
Hole in the Rock
Waitangi Treaty Grounds

Landmarks
Cathedral Cove
Hot Water Beach

Landmarks
Karangahake Gorge
Waitomo Caves
Ruakuri Scenic Reserve

Landmarks
Hobbiton
Mitai Māori Village

Landmarks
Kaituna River

Landmarks
Te Puia
Huka Falls
Lake Taupō
Māori rock carvings

Landmarks
Tongariro National Park
Mount Victoria

Landmarks
Marlborough Sounds
Abel Tasman National Park

Landmarks
Split Apple Rock
Nelson Lakes

Landmarks
Cape Foulwind
Punakaiki Pancake Rocks
Lake Mahinapua

Landmarks
Te Wahipounamu
Aoraki/Mount Cook
Franz Josef Glacier

Landmarks
Franz Josef Glacier
Lake Mapourika

Landmarks
Haast Pass
That Wanaka Tree
Lake Wanaka

Landmarks
Roy's Peak
Lake Hawea
Crown Range
Kawarau Bridge

Landmarks
Lake Wakatipu

Landmarks
Te Anau
Homer Tunnel
Milford Sound
Rahotu/Mitre Peak
Piopiotahi Marine Reserve

Landmarks
Lindis Pass
Aoraki/Mount Cook
Lake Pukaki
Lake Tekapo

Landmarks
Christchurch

Landmarks
Kaikoura

Landmarks
Kaikoura coastline seals
Marlborough Sounds

Landmarks
Taihape
Central Plateau
Tongariro National Park

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Where You'll Stay

Palm Tree Lodge (or similar)
Hostel
Days 1, 2
Lylo
Hostel
day 3
Hot Water Beach Top 10 Holiday Park
Hostel
day 4
Waitomo Homestead Cabins
Hostel
day 5
Rock Solid Backpackers
Hostel
Days 6, 7
Adventure Hostel Taupo
Hostel
day 8
Haka House
Hostel
Days 9, 22
Kaiteri Lodge
Hostel
day 10
Bazils Hostel & Surf School
Hostel
day 11
Mahinapua Hotel
Hostel
day 12
Rainforest Retreat
Hostel
Days 13, 14
Adventure Hostel
Hostel
day 15
Nomads Hostel
Hostel
Days 16, 17, 18
Lakes Edge
Hostel
day 19
Hotel Give
Hostel
day 20
Dusky Lodge
Hostel
day 21

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Guide
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Accommodation
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Tour Operator
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Vincent
Asked on May 29th, 2026
My wife and I are over 75 years old but under 80. Would you make an exception to your under 75 years of age rule for us? We are both healthy and do not need any assistance traveling.
Age Range
- Kiwi ExperienceOperator•Written May 2026
  We do not have an upper age limit onboard the Kiwi Experience bus, and welcome people from all walks of life onboard. We would love to have you both on board.
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Susan
Asked on March 12th, 2026
Do you still have available spot for the 7th of April?
Price / Availability
- Kiwi ExperienceOperator•Written March 2026
  Unfortunately not no, the next departure will be the 9th!
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  Susan
  Traveler•Written March 2026
  Is it okay to end my tour in Wellington as I need to fly to Tasmania to join another tour that will begin on the 2nd of May.
- Kiwi ExperienceOperator•Written March 2026
  It is possible, there is just no discount for the unused accommodation or buses.
- S
  Susan
  Traveler•Written March 2026
  I just need to know when the tour will be arriving in Wellington or Christchurch so I can decide where I need to fly out for Tasmania.
- Kiwi ExperienceOperator•Written March 2026
  If finishing the tour in Christchurch, you'll arrive at approx. 2pm. If finishing in Wellington (driving from Kaikoura), you'll arrive at approx. 6pm.
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  Susan
  Traveler•Written March 2026
  Since the tour is arriving in Christchurch at approximately 2pm on the 28th of April, do you think I can make it to the airport if I book a flight departing Christchurch at 4:35pm on the same day? Or is it better to book an early flight out of Christchurch on the 29th of April.
- Kiwi ExperienceOperator•Written March 2026
  We recommend booking onwards travel for the following day, just in case of any unforeseen delays on the day!
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Leslie
Asked on February 3rd, 2026
Is it possible to do this tour with a single room in the hostels please? I'm a 60 year old woman who likes the hostel vibe but prefers own rooms where possible.
Accommodation
- Kiwi ExperienceOperator•Written February 2026
  Unfortunately we are unable to book single rooms and only possible to stay in multi-share.
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Rosemary
Asked on February 2nd, 2026
Are there spots still available for this tour? Are you happy to have me doing the tour even though my date of birth is April 1977?
Age Range
Price / Availability
- Kiwi ExperienceOperator•Written February 2026
  Unfortunately we do not have availability for the Kiwi Classic tour departing on the 6th Feb. We do however have availability on the 8th if that suits? Or we do have "The Moa" tour starting on the 7th Feb available which is the same tour but with the Bay of Islands section.
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Sally
Asked on December 24th, 2025
Is there any second bus for this tour
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  Sally
  Traveler•Written December 2025
  Is it available for one person 70 years old lady
- Kiwi ExperienceOperator•Written December 2025
  We do welcome all the ages above 18yo +. The first bus will leave on Dec 27th from Auckland to Paihia at 12.00pm from Lylo Hostel in Auckland CBD. We request to be there 15 mins prior the departure.
- Kiwi ExperienceOperator•Written December 2025
  We have one bus departing from each location daily.

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