New Zealand Express

No Reviews No Booking FeesDedicated Travel Advisor
Fully Guided Adventure Small Group
Sold Out
 Trip Length
9 Days
 Trip Starts
Auckland
 Trip Finishes
Queenstown
9 Day New Zealand Express Itinerary (G Adventures)
Countries Explored: New Zealand
Trip Style
Classic
Budget
Affordable
Max. Group Size
16
Pace
Moderate
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
ONAQ

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 9 Day New Zealand Express. See Middle Earth with your own eyes on this nine-day tour through the best of New Zealand. Explore the stunning North Island and its geothermal park, visit Lake Tekapo, and cruise along fjords, cliff walls, and waterfalls in Doubtful Sound. Cross a few items off your bucket list by visiting the adventure capital of the world with pretty much every thrilling sport at your fingertips (paragliding, skydiving, jet boating). It is, after all, the birthplace of the bungee jump.

Itinerary

Arrive in Auckland at any time. There are no planned activities during the day, so check into the hotel and explore the city. If you arrive early enough, opt to visit the Maritime Museum, walk the waterfront, or even take the ferry to Waiheke Island.

Visit the Waitomo Caves, famous for their glow-worms and adventure activities. Continue to Rotorua, notable for its geothermal activity and culture. (B)

Take advantage of free time in the adrenaline capital of the North Island, and opt to go whitewater rafting, check out a geothermal park with technicolour pools, hit up a nearby spa, or journey to Middle-earth on an excursion to the Hobbiton Movie Set. This evening, learn more about Maori culture with a local experience and dinner. (B/D)

Catch a flight to Christchurch on the South Island. Take in an orientation walk with your CEO before enjoying a few hours to explore the city. (B)

Drive to beautiful Lake Ohau with a stop at Lake Tekapo along the way. Visit the Church of the Good Shepherd and admire the stunning alpine scenery that surrounds this local landmark. Spend the afternoon hiking the region around Aoraki/Mt Cook. Learn more about mountaineer Sir Edmund Hillary at the Aoraki/Mt Cook Visitor's Centre. (B/D)

Drive to Queenstown, with a stop at Wanaka and a local vineyard for a wine tasting. (B)

Take in the stunning scenery of Fiordland National Park and Doubtful Sound on a day cruise. Keep an eye out for the waterfalls and wildlife in this breathtaking area. Return to Queenstown in the evening. (B/L)

Opt to pre-book the "Queenstown Jet Boating" activity on the checkout page ahead of time, to include this optional on your tour. (B)

Depart at any time. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • See bubbling technicolour pools in a geothermal park.
  • Cruise through fjords.
  • Spot glow-worms in the Waitomo Caves.
  • Experience a traditional Maori dinner.

  • Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Foodie Moment: Winery Visit, Central Otago District
  • Your Discover Moment: Queenstown
  • Waitomo Caves visit
  • Maori cultural experience
  • Orientation walk in Christchurch
  • Wine tasting
  • Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park visit with hiking opportunity (weather permitting)
  • Fiordland National Park visit with Doubtful Sound day cruise
  • Free time in Rotorua and Queenstown
  • Internal flight
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

  • Hotels (8 Nights)
  • Accommodation will be varied throughout your adventure. Bathroom and showering facilities are often shared and may not be en-suite.

  • Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides

  • 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners

  • Private vehicle, walking, plane, boat

  • Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
Play Youtube Video

Brochure

Earth

G Adventures Earth (2023-24)

We’ve been the leaders in small-group adventure travel since 1990. How’d we get here? By listening to our travellers and giving them what they want: flexible itineraries, freedom to explore, smaller groups, safety and peace of mind, and locally based guides who show you your destination in a way you’d miss travelling any other way. Check out how we’re l...moreeading the world when it comes to travel.

Prices & Dates

There are currently no departures available on this trip. Either it's the end of the season and new departures will be released shortly, or this itinerary has been changed and will no longer continue. Feel free to contact us for information about when next seasons dates will be released or click here to view the general release dates for all destinations.

Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from G Adventures. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.

Similar Tours

8 Day New Zealand – North Island Multisport (G Adventures)

8 Days Auckland Auckland

Operated By: G Adventures

From 2,841
Save 61
15 Day Highlights of New Zealand (G Adventures)

15 Days Auckland Christchurch

Operated By: G Adventures

From 4,276
Save 1,123
15 Day New Zealand – South Island Multisport (G Adventures)

15 Days Christchurch Christchurch

Operated By: G Adventures

From 3,860
Save 1,339
12 Day New Zealand Journey (G Adventures)

12 Days Auckland Queenstown

Operated By: G Adventures

From 6,761
Save 186