New Zealand Amplified (Southbound)

19 Days | An unforgettable journey through the Land of the Long White Cloud

3.4 out of 5 based on 5 reviews submitted.
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EUR €2,735

When it comes to inspiring scenery, fascinating culture and inviting locals, New Zealand is as good as it gets. From the volcanic landscapes of the North Island to the snow-dusted scenery of the South Island, there’s always something remarkable to look at. Set off on a 19-day adventure through the beaches of the Coromandel Peninsula, bubbling hot pools of Rotorua, endless waters of Lake Taupo and cityscapes of Wellington. Cross to the Cook Strait and encounter the glory of the South Island, from Kaikoura’s abundant wildlife to Queenstown’s high adrenaline activities and Franz Josef Glacier’s icy beauty.

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.

Trip overview

Map of New Zealand Amplified (Southbound) including New Zealand
Start
Auckland, New Zealand
Finish
Christchurch, New Zealand
Theme
Explorer
Destinations
New Zealand
Physical rating
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Style
Basix
Ages
Min 18
Group size
Min 1 - Max 16
Trip code
PHRWC
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Why you'll love this trip
  • Dig your own natural hot tub on Hot Water Beach and check out the much-photographed Cathedral Cove – a little piece of paradise awaits on the Coromandel Peninsula.
  • Head to a Maori village where the profits from your visit are fed back into the community, learn the haka and Maori weaving before tucking into a traditional hangi dinner.
  • Take the ferry from Wellington to Picton, sailing through the Marlborough Sounds – scenic sea-drowned valleys with lush peaks and bright blue waters. If you’re lucky, you even spot some dolphins swimming next to the boat!
  • Spend a night under the stars of Lake Tekapo – this gorgeous bright blue lake is also a designated Dark Sky Reserve and after sunset, the sky comes alive with stars. Maybe watch the sky change colours at the Church of Good Shepard for one of the most gorgeous backdrops!
  • Soak in the beauty of Wanaka – from its centrepiece lake to surrounding mountains, you’ll uncover all this pretty little spot has to offer, including the iconic Wanaka Tree.

Is this trip right for you?
  • This trip is run by Haka Tours, an Intrepid Company. You will be travelling with a mixture of both Haka customers and Intrepid customers. Intrepid works closely with Haka Tours to ensure that all our customers enjoy their time in New Zealand.
  • Accommodation on this trip is in multi-share dormitory style hostels with shared facilities. We allocate single gender, 4-8 bed dorms on priority, however these are subject to availability. If single gender dorm allocation is important to you, please advise your booking agent at the time of booking. Private rooms are available on request.

This itinerary is valid for departures from 05 June 2025 to 31 August 2026.

View the itinerary for departures between 01 September 2023 - 04 June 2025

Itinerary

Map of New Zealand Amplified (Southbound) including New Zealand

Inclusions

Meals

16 breakfasts, 1 dinner

Transport

Private Vehicle, Ferry

Accommodation

Multi-share hostel with shared facilities (18 nights)

Activities
  • Coromandel Peninsula - Hot Water Beach
  • Rotorua - Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
  • Coromandel Peninsula - Cathedral Cove
  • Murupara - Hangi Dinner
  • Rotorua - Pohutu Geyser
  • Rotorua - Visit Te Puia Maori Village
  • Murupara - Learn to Weave Flax
  • Murupara - Learn the Haka
  • Murupara - Village Tour with Maori Elder
  • Tongariro National Park - Scenic Drive
  • Wellington - Mount Victoria Lookout
  • Marlborough - Cook Strait Ferry Crossing
  • Kaikoura - Visit to a Seal Colony
  • Lake Tekapo - Visit the Church of the Good Shepherd
  • Christchurch - City Tour
  • Queenstown - Kawarau Gorge
  • Arrowtown - Village visit
  • West Coast - Haast Pass
  • West Coast - Lake Hawea Lookout
  • Franz Josef - Carve your own Pounamu Necklace
  • Hokitika - Mountain Jade Greenstone Factory
Optional activities
  • Coromandel Peninsula - Cathedral Cove Kayaking - NZD175
  • Rotorua - Forest Ziplining Canopy Tour - from - (3.5hrs) - NZD189
  • Rotorua - River Sledging - NZD135
  • Rotorua - ZORB - from - NZD45
  • Rotorua - Whitewater Rafting - NZD139
  • Rotorua - Redwoods Nightlights Tree Walk - NZD37
  • Rotorua - Guided Glowworm Kayak, Hot Pools & Dinner - NZD300
  • Taupo - Water Touch Bungy - NZD235
  • Taupo - Skydive - from - NZD329
  • Taupo - Lake Taupo Sailing Adventure - NZD69
  • Taupo - Tongariro Crossing Return Shuttle to/from Trail Head (Nov-Apr only) - NZD130
  • Wellington - Weta Workshop Cave Tour - NZD55
  • Kaikoura - Albatross Encounter - NZD175
  • Kaikoura - Wildlife Kayaking - NZD140
  • Kaikoura - Whale Watching - NZD175
  • Kaikoura - Dolphin Encounter - NZD120
  • Lake Tekapo - Tekapo Springs Hot Pool - NZD50
  • The Crater Experience - NZD129
  • The Summit Experience - NZD209
  • Lake Tekapo - Hike up Mt John - Free
  • Queenstown - Kawarau Bridge Bungy - NZD320
  • Queenstown - Canyoning - NZD239
  • Queenstown - Shotover River Jet Boat Ride - NZD169
  • Queenstown - Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour - NZD285
  • Queenstown - Canyon Swing - from - NZD295
  • Queenstown - Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Day Trip - NZD674
  • Queenstown - Milford Sound Coach-Cruise-Coach Day Trip - NZD274
  • Queenstown - Skydiving - from - NZD430
  • Queenstown - Nevis Bungy - NZD395
  • Queenstown - Milford Sound Coach-Cruise-Fly Day Trip - NZD789
  • Queenstown - Skyline Gondola - NZD64
  • Queenstown - Dart River Funyaks - from - NZD495
  • Queenstown - Time Tripper - NZD20
  • Wanaka - Happy Hour on the Lake - NZD64
  • Wanaka - Mou Waho Island Cruise & Guided Nature Walk - NZD159
  • Wanaka - Skydiving - from - NZD379
  • Wanaka - Mou Waho Island Cruise - NZD119
  • Wanaka - Waterfall Climbing - from - NZD199
  • Franz Josef - Glacier Lake Kayaking - NZD165
  • Franz Josef - Glacier Heli Hike - NZD795
  • Franz Josef - Heli Experience with Snow Landing - NZD325
  • Franz Josef - Skydiving - from - NZD399

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Important notes

1. Accommodation on this trip is in multi-share hostels. Multishare typically includes 4-8 beds. You may be required to share with group members of a different gender, couples and non-Intrepid travellers outside of your group. People travelling together may occasionally be separated due to rooming configurations.
2. A single supplement (with shared bathroom facilities) is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. If you are a single traveller this will give you a single room, if you are travelling as a couple a double room will be allocated to you. The single supplement excludes Day 5 (Murupara) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
3. This trip is run by Haka Tours, an Intrepid Company. You will be travelling with a mixture of both Haka customers and Intrepid customers. Intrepid works closely with Haka Tours to ensure that all our customers enjoy their time in New Zealand.

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3.4 out of 5 based on 5 reviews submitted.
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New Zealand Amplified (Southbound)
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