NZ Adventure

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Fully Guided Small Group 18-30's Scenic
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 Trip Length
17 Days
 Trip Starts
Auckland
 Trip Finishes
Queenstown
17 Day NZ Adventure Itinerary (Intro Travel)
Countries Explored: New Zealand
Departures
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Affordable
Max. Group Size
18
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
NNADS

Overview

Read 2 reviews and enjoy exclusive savings on Intro Travel's 17 Day NZ Adventure. From the volcanic landscapes of the North Island to the snow-capped mountains of the South, New Zealand is a magical land of wilderness and wonder. And our NZ Adventure group tour takes you through the absolute best of it and more! Over 17 days we’ll show you the highlights of both islands including some off-the-beaten-path adventures and full onward travel support afterwards. Explore Auckland, wander the real Hobbiton film set, experience traditional Maori culture, then fly south...read more to cruise misty fjords, go on incredible hikes, jet boat through breathtaking landscapes, and so much more. Oh, and did we mention you’ll be doing all this with an awesome group leader and a new crew of friends? The adventure of a lifetime just got even better.

Itinerary

Kia ora! Touching down in New Zealand's largest city, We'll meet you at our centrally located hostel to settle in.

This evening you'll meet up with the rest of your travel crew and get excited for all the adventures to come in Aotearoa.

First on the agenda today is getting oriented with the harbour city of Auckland. We'll then catch a ferry and travel to the beautiful Waiheke island. Don't forget to listen out for the local Kiwi accent to see if it lives up to its title as the 'Worlds Sexiest.'

Wave goodbye to the city as we set off to explore the North Island.

First up we're stopping at Waitomo, home of the world-famous glowworm caves. We'll take a guided tour and explore this labyrinth of underground rivers and watch the resident glowworms do their thing.

This afternoon we tick off another highlight as we head to Hobbiton to wander the real-life lush pastures of the Shire as featured in The Hobbit trilogies. After exploring the set and learning all about movie magic, we'll enjoy a drink at the Green Dragon Inn before departing for Rotorua.

Waking up to the whiff of sulphur, today you'll definitely know you're in Rotorua! We'll head to the naturally heated waters of Kerosene Creek where you'll get to take a dip, as well as one of New Zealand's most magnificent geothermal wonderlands - Wai o Tapu, featuring dramatic geysers & bubbling mud.

The morning you'll have some free time to maybe try some zorbing or the skyline luge.

This evening we will go to the Mitai Maori village for an authentic introduction to Maori culture! It doesn't get more authentic than this!

Have your cameras ready as we travel to Taupo, a lakefront town in the heart of the North Island.

This afternoon we'll treat you to something special - a sunset sailing trip across the lake. Swoon over spectacular, no-filter-needed scenery as the sky changes colour and the stars set in above the volcanic landscape. NZ, you've stolen our hearts.

This morning we're off on a scenic walk to check out Huka Falls, a goose-bump inducing torrent of crystal water thundering down the Waikato River that you will hear before you see. After witnessing the raw power of Mother Nature, you'll then have some free time when you can do a skydive or a bungee jump!

Today we'll head back to where it all started in Auckland! Spend the afternoon relaxing, checking out the sights, and getting ready for the trip down south tomorrow.

Catch a short flight to Queenstown and we'll meet you at the airport and take you to our hostel in the city. We'll head out for dinner tonight and get excited for our new adventure in the South Island!

Today we get oriented with beautiful Queenstown, the high-octane adventure capital of NZ (and dare we say, the world!), getting our first splash of adrenaline with a jet-boat ride. Feel the thrill as the highly skilled driver keeps things pumping with 360 degree spins and speeds in excess of 80km/h.

Tonight it's time to see what this backpacker hub is all about after dark! Don't forget to listen out for the local Kiwi accent to see if It lives up to its title as the 'Worlds Sexiest'.

This morning we make tracks to New Zealand's most majestic attraction - Milford Sound. Jumping on a fjord cruise, we'll experience the spellbinding combination of towering peaks, forested cliffs, resident seals, and plummeting waterfalls up close and personal. Pick your jaw up off the floor, this is nature at her finest.

Tonight we'll cosy up in Te Anau, a picturesque town in the heart of Fiordland.

After soaking up Middle Earth's awe-inspiring vistas and filling our camera rolls we'll continue on to Wanaka, a quaint resort town on a lake dwarfed by snow-capped peaks.

Today we check out all Wanaka has to offer, including going Kayaking on the beautiful Lake Wanaka, discovering the famous Wanaka Tree and later hiking up Mount Iron for stunning 360 degree views of the local area. We'll see sites like The Pisa range, Upper Clutha Basin and the mesmerising Southern Alps.

Saying goodbye to Wanaka, we'll enjoy a scenic drive through the southern alps towards Tekapo. Famed for its milky turquoise lake, Lake Tekapo is alpine in the purest sense - boasting sky scraping peaks, enormous glaciers and purple lupins - so have your camera at the ready! On the way we'll stretch our legs on the iconic Hooker Valley Hike, this track will wind us through the valley to give us awe-inspiring views of Aoraki/Mt Cook, aka the tallest mountain in New Zealand.

Today we will hike up Mount John where we'll get 360-degree views of the Southern Alps. After this we'll soak our tired muscles in some hot pools, nourishing both body and soul! New Zealand truly is the gift that keeps on giving.

After travelling back to buzzing Queenstown, we'll help sort out your onward travel for your trip in New Zealand. If you've got questions, we've got answers! Eager to book a skydive, bunny jump, or ski pass? We've got you covered.

Tonight we'll get the gang together one more time, dressing sharp for our farewell dinner and night out on the town. Sweet as, bro.

This morning your unforgettable 17 day adventure comes to an end. Check out and journey home, stay in Queenstown, or continue the next leg of your travels with the new friends you've made! Whatever your plans, we'll be there to help every step of the way.

Trip Inclusions

17 Days Of Epic Activities: Immerse yourself in Maori culture, sail into the sunset across lake Taupo, explore real life Hobbiton & more.

  • Auckland City Orientation
  • Ferry Trip to Waiheke Island
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves
  • Hobbiton Film Set tour
  • Kerosene Creek
  • Wai o Tapu Geothermal Pools
  • Maori Village Experience
  • Lake Taupo Sunset Sailing
  • Hike to Huka Falls
  • Queenstown City Orientation
  • Jet Boating on Lake Wakapitu
  • Milford Sound Cruise
  • Kayaking on Lake Wanaka
  • Hooker Valley Hike
  • Hike up Mount John
  • Hot Pools

While our trips are laid back and relaxed with plenty of time to do your own thing, we don?t pad out our itineraries with loads of free time to explore or optional activities like other operators. Everything you'd want plus some special surprises are always included.

  • Airport Transfer: Your included airport transfer will take you to our hostel in Auckland.
  • Awesome Group Leader: You'll get an awesome group leader to provide 24/7 support during & after your trip, alongside knowledgeable local guides.
  • 14 Meals: 10 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches and 2 Dinners
  • 100% Carbon Neutral: We accurately measure the CO2 emissions of your tour and 100% offset them through planting the required amount of trees.

16 Nights Accommodation: You'll spend 16 nights in hostels in the heart of some of New Zealand's most vibrant cities.

  • Auckland - Hostel: 3 nights in a a centrally located hostel. With mixed dorm rooms, shared bathroom, WiFi, kitchen & laundry.
  • Rotorua - Hostel: 3 nights in a unique centrally located hostel. With mixed dorm rooms, shared bathroom, WiFi, kitchen, dining area, laundry & indoor rock climbing wall and cinema
  • Taupo - Hostel: 2 nights in a laidback hostel with lake views. With mixed dorm rooms, shared bathroom, WiFi, kitchen, dining area, laundry & outdoor picnic area.
  • Queenstown Hostel: 3 nights in a great location and vibe. With multi-share dorm rooms, shared bathrooms, WiFi, air con, laundry, kitchen, dining room & cinema and games room.
  • Te Anau - Hostel: 1 night in a hostel boasting beautiful lake views. With multi-share dorm rooms, shared bathrooms, WiFi, air con, laundry, dining area, kitchen & BBQ area.
  • Wanaka - Hostel: 2 nights in a relaxed and welcoming hostel with amazing views of Lake Wanaka and mountains. With multi-share dorm rooms, shared bathrooms, WiFi, air con, laundry, dining area, kitchen & outdoor terrace.
  • Lake Tekapo - Hostel: 2 nights at a fantastic hostel situated in an amazing location right by Lake Tekapo! With multi-share dorm rooms, shared bathrooms, WiFi, air con, laundry, kitchen, dining area & shared outdoor BBQ space.

Trip Reviews (2) Most Recent 'NZ Adventure' Reviews

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NZ adventure 0 , WA, Australia, Feb 2024
Really awesome trip! Great tour group and tour leader with awesome activities! Everything was well organised and it made for a stress free trip. Highly recommend.
New Zealand 0 , Australia, Apr 2023
Amazing tour. I've travelled with Intro before and I honestly think they are one of the best. The tour covered a lot of bucket list experiences..Hobbiton, jet boating, mountain hikes, Milford sound (we saw dolphins yay) etc. Sean was a fab guide, really helpful with arranging accommodation, onward travel and took some interesting group bus pictures ...read more that I'm I shall just treasure forever. You'll meet some great people and see some amazing places so you don't want to miss.
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