Summary
Wherever you lay your eyes in New Zealand, there’s something remarkable to look at. On this adventure from the South Island through the beauty of the North, spend 11 unforgettable days soaking up sunshine and hopping between beaches, lakes, villages and cities. A local leader will show you the best bits of this spectacular island as you jump off from Christchurch, head to seaside Kaikoura, explore trendy Wellington, marvel at the sight of Lake Taupo, learn about local culture in a Maori village, take in the geothermal wonders of Rotorua and chill out on the beaches of the Coromandel Peninsula before wrapping up in lively Auckland. Of all New Zealand’s assets, its people top the list, so embrace a warm welcome from the locals as you explore their beautiful backyard.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Accommodation on this trip is in mixed-gender multi-share dormitory style hostels with shared facilities. We are aware of a system functionality limitation incorrectly indicating "twin-share" when you manage your booking on our website.
Short Itinerary / Route
- Day 1
- Christchurch
- Day 2
- Christchurch / Kaikoura
- Day 3
- Kaikoura / Wellington
- Day 4
- Wellington / Taupo
- Day 5
- Taupo
- Day 6
- Murupara
- Day 7
- Rotorua
- Day 8
- Rotorua
- Day 9
- Coromandel Peninsula
- Day 10
- Coromandel Peninsula / Auckland
- Day 11
- Auckland
Travel Cities (5): Auckland, Christchurch, Rotorua, Taupo, Wellington