Overview
17 Days
Auckland
Queenstown
Affordable
18-49 Years
18
Fully Guided
NNADS
Itinerary
Kia ora! Touching down in New Zealand's largest city, you'll make your own way to our centrally located hostel and settle in.
This evening you'll meet up with the rest of your travel crew and excited for all the adventures to come in Aotearoa.
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 Lord of The Rings and 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 visit the naturally heated waters of Kerosene Creek where you'll get to take a dip, as well one of New Zealand's most magnificent geothermal wonderlands – Wai o Tapu, featuring dramatic geysers & bubbling mud.
This morning, enjoy some free time to try exciting activities like zorbing or the skyline luge.
In the evening we’ll visit the Mitai Māori village for an introduction to Māori culture — an experience as authentic as it gets!
Get your cameras out as we head to Taupo, a lakefront town right in the heart of the North.
Tonight we’ve got something special lined up - a sail across the lake. The majestic scenery and the maori rock carvings will wow us.
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 skydive or bungee jump!
Today we'll head to New Zealand's capital city, Wellington! Dive into the city's energy by exploring its charming cafes, indulging in delicious bites at top-notch restaurants or kicking back and soaking up the laid-back vibes of the evening.
Get ready to explore the best of Wellington with a city orientation tour! Hop aboard the iconic cable cars for stunning views, then dive into the rich history and vibrant culture at Te Papa Tongarewa Museum—ranked among the world's best museums.
You've seen the North Island, now its time to explore the South Island! After a short included flight you'll land in Christchurch.
This evening you'll meet up with the rest of your new travel crew and get excited for all the adventures to come!
Discover the vibrant city of Christchurch, where history comes alive at every turn, before we make our way to the breathtaking beauty of Lake Tekapo!
Today, we'll hike up the stunning Mount John, where 360-degree panoramic views of the majestic Southern Alps await. Afterward, we'll unwind and recharge by soaking our tired muscles in soothing hot pools—pure bliss!
This morning we'll make our way to Wanaka. This afternoon we’ll stretch our limbs hiking for unforgettable views of Aoraki/Mt Cook, the highest mountain in New Zealand.
Today we check out all Wanaka has to offer, including going kayaking on the beautiful Lake Wanaka and discovering the famous Wanaka Tree.
Later, we'll tackle the Mount Iron hike, where we'll be rewarded with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, including the Pisa Range and the Upper Clutha Basin.
Today we’ll travel to the beautiful city of Queenstown. We'll have some time to explore this epic city.
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 mother nature at her finest!
Today we'll get a 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 more than 80km/h.
Tonight we'll get the gang together for our farewell dinner and final night out on the town! Time to see what this backpacker hub is all about after dark!
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
- Waitomo Glowworm Caves Boat Tour
- Hobbiton Film Set Tour
- Kerosene Creek
- Wai O Tapu Geothermal Wonderland
- Māori Village Experience
- Lake Taupo Sailing
- Huka Falls
- Wellington City Orientation
- Te Papa Tongarewa Museum
- Wellington Cable Car
- Christchurch City Orientation
- Lake Tekapo Hot Pools
- Mount John Hike
- Mount Cook / Aoraki National Park
- Kayaking on Lake Wanaka
- Queenstown City Orientation
- Milford Sound Cruise
- Jet Boating on Lake Wakatipu
- 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, 1 Lunch & 3 Dinners
- 100% Carbon Neutral: We accurately measure the CO2 emissions of your tour and 100% offset them through planting the required amount of trees.
- Auckland - Hostel: 1 night in a modern hostel in a great location. With mixed dorm rooms, shared bathroom, WiFi, air conditioning, dining area & laundry.
- Rotorua - Hostel: 3 nights in a stylish centrally located hostel. With mixed dorm rooms, shared bathroom, WiFi, kitchen, dining area & laundry.
- Wellington - Hostel: 2 nights in a hostel located in the heart of the city. With mixed dorm rooms, shared bathroom, WiFi, kitchen, dining area & laundry.
- 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.
- Christchurch - Hostel: 1 night in a great location. With multi-share dorm rooms, shared bathrooms, WiFi, air con, laundry, dining area & kitchen.
- 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 & cinema room.
- Wanaka - Hostel: 2 nights in a cosy hostel in the centre of Wanaka. With mixed dorm rooms, shared bathroom, WiFi, laundry, dining area & kitchen.
- Queenstown - Hostel: 3 nights right in the heart of the city. With mixed dorm rooms, shared bathroom, WiFi, kitchen & laundry.
Operator
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.
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