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Skippy Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Pass

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Start and end in Queenstown

4.6 (64 reviews)

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Gold Operator: Kiwi Experience
Nature & Wildlife: Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
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 - 45
Ages 18-35

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Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Queenstown to Lake Tekapo
Queenstown to Lake Tekapo
Start point
Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand (Nomads queenstown, 09:00)
Accommodation
Hostel (Lakes Edge)
Optional Activities
- Soak in the hot springs at Lake Tekapo
- Explore scenic walkways around Lake Tekapo
- Stargazing in the world's largest dark sky reserve
Landmarks
Lindis Pass
Mount Cook
Lake Pukaki
Lake Tekapo
Day 2
Lake Tekapo to Christchurch to Kaikoura
Lake Tekapo to Christchurch to Kaikoura
Accommodation
Hostel (Hotel Give )
Optional Activities
- Explore Christchurch's street art
- Visit Christchurch Botanical Gardens
- Learn about Christchurch's 2011 earthquake recovery
Landmarks
Christchurch Botanical Gardens
Day 3
Kaikoura
Kaikoura
Accommodation
Hostel (Dusky Lodge)
Optional Activities
- Whale watching tour
- Swimming with dolphins
- Beach time in Kaikoura
- Seafood dinner at local restaurants
Landmarks
Kaikoura
Day 4
Kaikoura to Abel Tasman
Kaikoura to Abel Tasman
Accommodation
Hostel (Kaiteri Lodge)
Included Activities
- Seal watching at Kaikoura coastline
Landmarks
Kaikoura Coastline
Abel Tasman National Park
Nelson
Day 5
Abel Tasman to Westport
Abel Tasman 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
- Walking in native New Zealand forest
Landmarks
Split Apple Rock
Nelson Lakes
Day 6
Westport to Lake Mahinapua
Westport to Lake Mahinapua
Accommodation
Hostel (Mahinapua Hotel)
Included Activities
- Cape Foulwind seal colony walk
Optional Activities
- Explore Punakaiki Pancake Rocks
Landmarks
Cape Foulwind
Punakaiki Pancake Rocks
Day 7
Lake Mahinapua to Franz Josef
Lake Mahinapua to Franz Josef
Accommodation
Hostel (Rainforest Retreat )
Landmarks
Te Wahipounamu
Day 8
Franz Josef
Franz Josef
Accommodation
Hostel (Rainforest Retreat )
Optional Activities
- Heli Hike tour on Franz Josef Glacier
- Walking trails around Franz Josef
Landmarks
Franz Josef Glacier
Day 9
Franz Josef to Wanaka
Franz Josef to Wanaka
Accommodation
Hostel (Adventure Hostel )
Optional Activities
- Photo stop at 'That Wanaka Tree'
- Stroll the Wanaka lakefront
Landmarks
Haast Pass
That Wanaka Tree
Day 10
Wanaka to Queenstown
Wanaka to Queenstown
End point
Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand (Nomads queenstown)
Optional Activities
- Roy's Peak hike
- Activities at Kawarau Bridge
Landmarks
Roy's Peak
Kawarau Bridge

Landmarks
Lindis Pass
Mount Cook
Lake Pukaki
Lake Tekapo

Landmarks
Christchurch Botanical Gardens

Landmarks
Kaikoura

Landmarks
Kaikoura Coastline
Abel Tasman National Park
Nelson

Landmarks
Split Apple Rock
Nelson Lakes

Landmarks
Cape Foulwind
Punakaiki Pancake Rocks

Landmarks
Te Wahipounamu

Landmarks
Franz Josef Glacier

Landmarks
Haast Pass
That Wanaka Tree

Landmarks
Roy's Peak
Kawarau Bridge

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Where You'll Stay

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Lakes Edge
Hostel
day 1
Hotel Give
Hostel
day 2
Dusky Lodge
Hostel
day 3
Kaiteri Lodge
Hostel
day 4
Bazils Hostel & Surf School
Hostel
day 5
Mahinapua Hotel
Hostel
day 6
Rainforest Retreat
Hostel
Days 7, 8
Adventure Hostel
Hostel
day 9

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Rating: 4.6 (64 reviews)
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4.6

Vivian5.0•October 2026
Highly recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable and enriching travel experience.
Edward5.0•July 2026
I really enjoyed a taste of New Zealand’s South Island. The tour guide made alternative sightseeing options based on...
I really enjoyed a taste of New Zealand’s South Island. The tour guide made alternative sightseeing options based on the weather forecast so we could make the most out of the day and not be disappointed by going to a lookout area where the view would be covered by cloud or fog. He was very upfront on day 1’s briefing that some activities and sightseeing locations were heavily weather dependent and we should work with the situationShow more
Susan5.0•March 2026
Absolutely loved it. The drivers were great- really informative and fun. The atmosphere on the trip was wonderful...
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