The Big Tiki (Start Queenstown, End Auckland, Summer, 17 Days)

The Discovery Sale Unlock up to $600 in extra savings

ends on 23 May 2018

-14%

Days: 17
Our saving: $360
From $2,645: US $ 2,286

Cost/day $134

Price breakdown

Check availability

24/7 Customer SupportAsk a question

This tour is operated by

Contiki

Have a question? Call us +1 844 311 3006

New Zealand
Travel Guide

Prepare for an adventure in this stunning destination with our travel guide.

Discovery

The Big Tiki (Start Queenstown, End Auckland, Summer, 17 Days) - Contiki

Tim "I did the Big Tiki in March 2017 and could not imagine a better tour experience. This was my first contiki and first tour in general. We covered basically all of New Zealand in 20 days which is kind of amazing. New Zealand is a breathtaking place and Contiki had it set up well to see everything and book additional tours and experiences that fit your desires. Our tour guide (Susie) and driver (..."

Excellent: 77 reviews

Starts: Queenstown
+9 Destinations: New Zealand North Island
Ends: Auckland

Highlights

Enjoy a jetboat ride at Shotover River
Visit the majestic Thunder Creek Falls
Cruise through Marlborough Sounds

Age range

18 to 35 year olds

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge

Max Group Size

Transportation

Coach / Bus

Physical Rating

Active

Start in Queenstown and end in Auckland! With the discovery tour The Big Tiki (Start Queenstown, End Auckland, Summer, 17 Days), you have a 17 day tour package taking you from Queenstown to Auckland and through Queenstown, New Zealand and 9 other destinations in New Zealand. The Big Tiki (Start Queenstown, End Auckland, Summer, 17 Days) includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more.

Similar tours

Northern Choice (Christc...

10 days from $1,344

Northern Choice (Welling...

10 days from $1,249

Featured on
Discovery Cultural New Zealand Australia/Oceania

77 Reviews

Excellent: 95%
Good: 5%
Average: 0%
Rather Poor: 0%
Bad: 0%

Write a review

KG
Katie
Written on April 22, 2018
4.5 - Excellent
Chelsea and Nick were super! Always willing to answer questions and have fun. Personal highlight was the trip to Rotorua and the Maori hangi dinner, which was amazing!! The list of possible activities to add on to your trip was extensive also
Show detailed ratings
CF
Carly
Written on February 13, 2018
4.5 - Excellent
I had the most amazing time and saw the most incredible sights. My tour manager was brilliant and worked magic, and my driver was chock full of knowledge about the country and culture. I made amazing friends!
Show detailed ratings
AA
Anas
Written on January 11, 2018
4.5 - Excellent
The Best Way to symmerise this trip is that you will be in for heaps of fun, whether was it day, or night time. you will explore mountains, forests, lakes, Fjords, exotic creatures, adrenaline inducing activities, and that is all only during the day time. when it gets to around 9pm, it's is partying time, which includes, and not limited to: ice bars, karaoke bars, quiz nights at some bars, boat parties, unique cocktails and drinks in each town, and much more. all in all, i did really enjoy the trip, but the only negative is that the number of people touring with you can be overwhelming sometimes (52-54). another downside is that partying every night does not appeal to me directly, i would've preferred there being some evening activities such as camping during a long hike or similar activities.
Show detailed ratings
KE
Kseniya
Written on October 1, 2017
5.0 - Excellent
This was genuinely the best trip I have ever been on. A true trip of a lifetime
Show detailed ratings
T
Tim
Written on March 28, 2017
4.5 - Excellent
I did the Big Tiki in March 2017 and could not imagine a better tour experience. This was my first contiki and first tour in general. We covered basically all of New Zealand in 20 days which is kind of amazing. New Zealand is a breathtaking place and Contiki had it set up well to see everything and book additional tours and experiences that fit your desires. Our tour guide (Susie) and driver (Patty) were fantastic and consistently went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly. I would definitely recommend travelling New Zealand with Contiki. If you can afford the extra time and money, do the Big Tiki as there wasn't a stop we made I wish we didn't!
Show detailed ratings
LD
Laura
Written on March 28, 2017
5.0 - Excellent
Contiki in New Zealand was amazing! I loved every minute of it. Everything was organised perfectly and ran smoothly. Susie our tour manager was fantastic, she knew her stuff and went above and beyond her job requirements. She was enthusiastic and helpful at all times. I had an amazing 2 weeks in New Zealand and would recommend it to everyone!
Show detailed ratings
Erin
Written on March 18, 2017
4.5 - Excellent
Everything was better than expected, food, accommodation and tour. Our guide was so helpful and told us everything we needed to know and was even on call for any problems we had we just had to message him. I've had a fantastic time in NZ and sad to be heading home today. It's an experience I will never forget
Show detailed ratings
I
Imogen
Written on March 9, 2017
5.0 - Excellent
Had the best trip of my life. Susie was amazing but she knows his already ahaha xx
Show detailed ratings
HW
Hannah
Written on March 6, 2017
5.0 - Excellent
Susie!!! You are a 10/10 in every way!! So organised, knowledgable, fun and caring :) your passion for nz and your job in general was incredible, it was hard to not love New Zealand when touring with you. Honestly had the best time, feeling very lucky to have had you as my tour guide and friend!!! Hope to contiki with you again!!!
Show detailed ratings
TM
Tess
Written on March 3, 2017
4.5 - Excellent
My trip with Susie was so fabulous, she was so knowledgeable about her hole country and I couldn't have asked for anyone better! But there wouldn't be anyone better to be honest.
Show detailed ratings

Load more Reviews

Itinerary

Download PDF Brochure

Introduction

Expand all

Day 1: Arrive Queenstown
Day 2: Queenstown
Day 3 - 5: Queenstown
Day 5: Queenstown to Franz Josef Glacier
Day 6: Franz Josef Glacier
Day 7: Franz Josef Glacier to Christchurch
Day 8: Christchurch to Wellington
Day 9: Wellington
Day 10: Wellington to Mt. Ruapehu
Day 11: Mt. Ruapehu to Taupo
Day 12: Taupo to Rotorua
Day 13: Rotorua
Day 14: Rotorua to Auckland
Day 15: Auckland to Paihia
Day 16: Paihia
Day 17: Paihia to Auckland

What's included

Expand all

Accommodation
Rated Excellent by past passengers
Guide
Rated Excellent by past passengers
Meals
Rated Excellent by past passengers
Transport
Rated Excellent by past passengers
Additional Services

Flights
Optional Extras

Download PDF Brochure

Video

Questions & Answers

We are there for you! If you have any questions about this tour, then please don't hesitate to contact us 24/7 and we will get back to you latest within 2 hours!

Ask a question

Guides who have led this tour

Isobel Needham
"Well hello there, its so nice of you to visit my profile page. Im a double lucky guide as i get to work..."
Susie Ferkins
"My spontaneous decision to work for Contiki was the best choice I ever made. I still pinch myself to..."

What are people saying about TourRadar?

Faye11th February 2018
I would definitely recommend TourRadar. Their site was easy to use and their response was immediate. They had me booked and sorted in no time. I was so surprised that things could happen that quickly.

Availability

NO CREDIT CARD FEES