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New Zealand: Wild Coasts & Alpine Climbs

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Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Auckland

    Auckland
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Haka House Auckland City)

    Included Activities

    • Meet Your CEO and Group
    • Connect With New Friends

    Optional Activities

    • Auckland Sailing: America's Cup Experience (210 NZD per person)
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  3. Day 2

    Auckland to Raglan

    Auckland to Raglan
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Raglan Backpackers & Waterfront Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Sea Kayaking
    Landmarks
    Bridal Veil Falls
  4. Day 3

    Raglan

    Raglan
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Raglan Backpackers & Waterfront Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Surf Lesson

    Optional Activities

    • Surfing in Westport (90 NZD per person)
  5. Day 4

    Raglan to Rotorua

    Raglan to Rotorua
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua)

    Included Activities

    • Te Puia Geyser by Night

    Optional Activities

    • Waitomo Valley Walk (Free)
    • Waitomo Cave Excursion (99 NZD per person)
    Landmarks
    Waitomo Caves
  6. Day 5

    Rotorua to Taupo

    Rotorua to Taupo
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Based by the Lake)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Huka Falls
    • Taupo Sailing

    Optional Activities

    • Rotorua Hot Springs (50-360 NZD per person)
    • Whitewater Rafting in Rotorua (135 NZD per person)
    • Rotorua Canopy Tours (199-269 NZD per person)
    Landmarks
    Huka Falls
    Lake Taupo
  7. Day 6

    Taupo to Wellington

    Taupo to Wellington
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Cambridge Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Big Night Out

    Optional Activities

    • Te Papa Museum Visit (35 NZD per person)
    • Wellington Cable Car (6-12 NZD per person)
    Landmarks
    Te Papa Museum
  8. Day 7

    Wellington to Abel Tasman National Park

    Wellington to Abel Tasman National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Camping (The Barn Cabins & Camp)
    Landmarks
    Marlborough Sounds
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  9. Day 8

    Abel Tasman National Park

    Abel Tasman National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Camping (The Barn Cabins & Camp)

    Included Activities

    • Abel Tasman National Park Walk

    Optional Activities

    • Abel Tasman National Park Kayaking/Hike (230 NZD per person)
    • Canyoning (280 NZD per person)
    • Sailing (148 NZD per person)
    Landmarks
    Abel Tasman National Park
  10. Day 9

    Abel Tasman National Park to Westport

    Abel Tasman National Park to Westport
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hostel (Bazil's Hostel & Surf School)

    Included Activities

    • Seal Colony Visit

    Optional Activities

    • Surfing in Westport (90 NZD per person)
    Landmarks
    Cape Foulwind Seal Colony
    Itinerary Image 1
  11. Day 10

    Westport to Franz Josef

    Westport to Franz Josef
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Rainforest Retreat)

    Included Activities

    • Pancake Rocks Trek
    Landmarks
    Pancake Rocks
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  12. Day 11

    Franz Josef

    Franz Josef
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Rainforest Retreat)

    Optional Activities

    • Franz Josef Kayaking (149-169 NZD per person)
    • Heli Scenic Flight with Snow Landing (385-655 NZD per person)
    • Hiking (Free)
    Landmarks
    Franz Josef Glacier
  13. Day 12

    Franz Josef to Queenstown

    Franz Josef to Queenstown
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hostel (Nomads Queenstown Hostel)
    Landmarks
    Haast Pass
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  14. Day 13

    Queenstown

    Queenstown
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hostel (Nomads Queenstown Hostel)

    Optional Activities

    • Vineyard Tour (189-265 NZD per person)
    • Shotover Canyon Swing (295-590 NZD per person)
    • Skydiving (449-549 NZD per person)
    • Queenstown Jet Boating (179 NZD per person)
    • Bungee Jumping (320-805 NZD per person)
    • Gondola Ride (66-215 NZD per person)
    • Skiing and snowboarding in the Southern Alps (seasonal, winter months)
    Landmarks
    Queenstown
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  15. Day 14

    Milford Sound Day Trip - Queenstown

    Milford Sound Day Trip - Queenstown
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hostel (Nomads Queenstown Hostel)

    Included Activities

    • Milford Sound Cruise
    Landmarks
    Milford Sound
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  16. Day 15

    Queenstown

    Queenstown
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hostel (Nomads Queenstown Hostel)

    Included Activities

    • Glenorchy Day Tour

    Optional Activities

    • Bob's Cove Track hike (weather permitting)
    Landmarks
    Glenorchy
    Lake Wakatipu
    Bob's Cove Track
  17. Day 16

    Queenstown to Lake Tekapo

    Queenstown to Lake Tekapo
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Lakes Edge Holiday Park)
    Landmarks
    Aoraki/Mount Cook
  18. Day 17

    Lake Tekapo

    Lake Tekapo
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Lakes Edge Holiday Park)

    Included Activities

    • Lake Tekapo Bike Ride

    Optional Activities

    • Dark Sky Project - The Crater Experience (129-219 NZD per person)
    • Tekapo Hot Springs (40-189 NZD per person)
    Landmarks
    Mount John Observatory
  19. Day 18

    Lake Tekapo to Christchurch

    Lake Tekapo to Christchurch
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Drifter Christchurch Hotel)
  20. Day 19

    Christchurch to Kaikoura

    Christchurch to Kaikoura
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Dusky Lodge)

    Optional Activities

    • Hiking (Free)
    • Whale Watching (175 NZD per person)
    • Scenic Flight (250 NZD per person)
    • Dolphin Tour (135 NZD per person)
    Landmarks
    Kaikoura Peninsula
  21. Day 20

    Kaikoura to Wellington

    Kaikoura to Wellington
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Cambridge Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Big Night Out
  22. Day 21

    Wellington

    Wellington
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Departure Day

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4.8
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  • Itinerary
    3.5
  • Transport
    4.4
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    4.3
  • Food
    4.2
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  • Haylee5.0•December 2019
    This is the best tour I have done so far in my travelling. It is very well organized and everything works seamlessly....
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    Thank you very much for your positive feedback. We are very glad you had a great experience during your trip and we hope to see you soon in a new Adventure!
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  • Georgina5.0•October 2018
    They're great
    Traveled in September 2018
  • Charlotte5.0•October 2018
    Best tour group that I've used. Has a great mix of included and optional activities.
    Traveled in September 2018
  • Georgina5.0•August 2018
    Very well organised. You get to see a lot of a place in a short amount of time. I think it would be an idea to...
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    Traveled in July 2018
  • Garreth5.0•October 2018
    Great experience, loads to do and excellent guide
    Traveled in September 2018
  • Peter5.0•October 2018
    Our guide Cory was an amazing guide told us everything we needed to know and we had the best bunch of guys with us...
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    Thank you very much for your positive feedback. We are very glad you had a great experience during your trip and we hope to see you soon in a new Adventure!
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  • Lyndsey5.0•August 2018
    The ease and organisation of this tour was faultless and the work done by Scotty was above and beyond on every...
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    Traveled in August 2018
  • Jan5.0•August 2018
    you get an awesome time !!
    Traveled in July 2018
  • Tobias5.0•September 2018
    It was a awesome tour. Great Guide and only cool people. You can see a lot of different things.
    Traveled in August 2018
  • Steffi5.0•October 2018
    Great trip, we liked the combination of planned activities and optional ones. The only reason it's not a 10 is...
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    Traveled in September 2018

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    Jan

    Asked on July 18th, 2026

    I'm travelling alone and would like to join a group. Is travelling solo a problem? Is there an extra cost? Sharing a room is not an issue for me. I'm 22 years old and in good physical shape.

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written July 2026

      Travelling solo is very common on G Adventures tours. Many travellers join on their own. There is no extra charge for travelling solo if you're happy to share a room. G Adventures will pair you with another traveller of the same gender for the duration of the tour, so you won't have to pay a single supplement. If you would prefer your own room, that's usually available for an additional single supplement, subject to availability. At 22 years old and in good physical shape, you sound well suited to this active adventure. The tour includes incredible experiences such as mountain biking, hiking, exploring New Zealand's spectacular landscapes, and visiting its famous black sand beaches.

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    Chloe

    Asked on July 2nd, 2026

    I'm a 67-year-old woman with a lot of energy. I understand you're staying at hostels my only concern or are they clean and how many people are in the room? Is this an appropriate trip for somebody my age? I'm quite active and bike ride 15 miles almost every day.

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written July 2026

      The New Zealand: South Island Multisport tour is part of G Adventures' 18-to-Thirtysomethings collection, so it is specifically designed for travellers aged 18 to 39. Unfortunately, you wouldn't be eligible to join this particular departure. That said, we'd be delighted to help you find a similar adventure that's a better fit. We recommend considering the New Zealand Multisport tour, which is open to travellers of all ages and offers many of the same incredible outdoor experiences. Another excellent option is New Zealand – South Island Adventure by Globus, which also features an active itinerary with comfortable accommodation.

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    Ruth

    Asked on June 1st, 2026

    Can I be in ( single room ) ? Can I join , if my age is 41 ?

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    Single supplement
    • G AdventuresOperator•Written June 2026

      This tour is a part of our 18-30somethings travel style, which is only available for travellers between the ages of 18 - 39 to book onto. Our other travel styles, such as Classic, Active, National Geographic Journeys, etc., do not have any age restrictions.

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    Chelsea

    Asked on April 28th, 2026

    What is the average age of the participants? Are most of the people traveling alone or with friends?

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      Chelsea

      Traveler•Written April 2026

      Is it possible to take the train from Wellington to Auckland after the trip? I'd like to do the Tangariro Alpine Crossing after the trip and I've noticed that it's on the train route.

    • G AdventuresOperator•Written April 2026

      Yes you can take a train back from Wellington to Auckland however it is not common. You can book through their rail website. It takes around 10–11 hours, operating only a few times per week.

    • G AdventuresOperator•Written April 2026

      The ages will always be strictly 18 - 39 and usually we see many travellers in their mid 20s but its always a bit different.

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    Manfred

    Asked on March 28th, 2025

    What type of accommodation can I expect?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written March 2025

      Accommodation will be mostly multi-share with shared bathroom facilities. Private rooms are available on some tours for an additional charge.

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    Cornelis

    Asked on November 14th, 2024

    Can you explain the shared accommodation during the tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written November 2024

      You will reside in multi-share hostels, categorized by gender and comprising 4-6 group members sharing a room, with shared bathroom facilities.

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    Oussama

    Asked on September 7th, 2024

    Can I add optional activities to my tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written September 2024

      Yes, optional activities can be added for an additional cost. Please inquire during booking to add them to your package.

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    Josef

    Asked on September 5th, 2024

    What does 'private vehicle' mean in the context of transport?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written September 2024

      In the context of our tours, 'private vehicle' means transport exclusive to tour members. Expect a large passenger van or mini bus, usually driven by the tour leader.

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    Sylvia

    Asked on July 31st, 2024

    Please could you confirm what date this tour is for? I had asked about 3 dates

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written July 2024

      This is for the October 26th date. On all of these tours we will see similar demographics, travellers aged 18-39, usually lots of solo travellers and a mix of males to females, with usually more females. The November 2nd date has 7 travellers booked on it, travellers are born in 90s and 2000s. November 11th has 5 travellers booked travellers born in the 90s and 2000s.

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    Paula

    Asked on July 21st, 2024

    Are individuals room available in the hotels/hostels and what is the additional cost? As well by active - could you please explain what this entails? i.e. someone that can hike for a few hours or is it super fit?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written July 2024

      Most of our 18 To Thirty-Somethings tours are in multi-share, hostel-style accommodations. Physical Rating: 3 - Average. Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.

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      Paula

      Traveler•Written July 2024

      Is the tour more heavily geared toward the younger part of 18 -20s something group or is it more mixed?

    • G AdventuresOperator•Written July 2024

      The tour is suitable for all travellers within the 18-39 age bracket, hostels are generally used rather than hotels however, so if you prefer options such as a twin room rather than multishare, we'd recommend our Classic tours.

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