20 Days | Encounter spellbinding scenery as you travel the length of New Zealand
Step into a captivating world of dazzling peaks, glittering glaciers, icy blue lakes and misty rainforests – it could only be New Zealand. Tucked among these awe-inspiring landscapes you’ll find contemporary cities and laidback little towns, every bit as intriguing as their epic surroundings. Spend 20 days uncovering the very best of New Zealand with a local leader at the wheel. In the South Island, the high-adrenaline activities of Queenstown, fabulous wineries of Marlborough, and awe-inspiring scenery of Franz Josef await. In the North Island, travel through the geothermal wonders of Rotorua, chill out on the beaches of Coromandel and Raglan, explore the otherworldly landscapes of Tongariro National Park and get to know Wellington’s creative side.
Trip overview
- Start
- Christchurch, New Zealand
- Finish
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Theme
- Explorer
- Destinations
- New Zealand
- Physical rating
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- Style
- Comfort
- Ages
- Min 18
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 16
- Trip code
- PHKZC
- Live it up in the adventure capital of the world, Queenstown. Whether you fancy bungy jumping, jet boating, 4WD-ing through Lord of the Rings scenery or wine tasting, there’s something here to entice everyone.
- You’re on track for one of the world’s most scenic train journeys – cross the spectacular Southern Alps on the famous TranzAlpine from the West Coast to Christchurch.
- Discover the diversity of Rotorua, from unbelievable geothermal activity to rich Maori culture. Visit a Maori village for a hangi dinner and traditional haka performance.
- Admire the out of this world landscapes of Tongariro National Park, from emerald green lakes to soaring volcanic peaks. If you’re up for the challenge, tackle the famous Tongariro Crossing.
- Get to know New Zealand’s creative and cosmopolitan capital, Wellington. Your local leader will show you the best of the city, including Weta Workshop of Lord of the Rings fame.
- 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.
View the itinerary for departures between 01 September 2023 - 04 May 2025
Itinerary
Inclusions
18 breakfasts, 4 dinners
Private Vehicle, Train, Ferry
Hotel/Motel (19 nights)
- Lake Tekapo - Mt John Lookout
- Wanaka - Mou Waho Island Cruise & Guided Nature Walk
- Franz Josef - Greenstone Pendant Carving
- Greymouth - Tranz Alpine Train Journey
- Hokitika - Mountain Jade Greenstone Factory
- Wellington - Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary
- Taupo - Huka Falls
- Rotorua - Redwood Forest Canopy Walk
- Rotorua - Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
- Rotorua - Pohutu Geyser
- Rotorua - Hangi Dinner & Haka Dance
- Raglan - Fish & Chips Dinner
- Raglan - Sunset Boat Cruise
- Waitomo - Ruakuri Bush Walk
- Coromandel Peninsula - Cathedral Cove
- Coromandel Peninsula - Hot Water Beach
- Queenstown - Walter Peak Lake Cruise with Gourmet Dinner - NZD189
- Queenstown - Kawarau Bridge Bungy - NZD320
- Queenstown - Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour - NZD285
- Queenstown - Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise - NZD499
- Queenstown - Skyline Gondola - NZD64
- Queenstown - Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Day Trip - NZD674
- Queenstown - Milford Sound Coach-Cruise-Fly Day Trip - NZD789
- Queenstown - Milford Sound Coach-Cruise-Coach Day Trip - NZD274
- Queenstown - Time Tripper - NZD20
- Queenstown - Shotover River Jet Boat Ride - NZD169
- Wanaka - Waterfall Climbing - from - NZD199
- Wanaka - Skydiving - from - NZD379
- Franz Josef - Glacier Lake Kayaking - NZD165
- Franz Josef - Skydiving - from - NZD399
- Franz Josef - Franz Josef Glacier Valley Walk - Free
- Franz Josef - Glacier Heli Hike - NZD795
- Franz Josef - Heli Experience with Snow Landing - NZD325
- Wellington - Te Papa Museum Tour - NZD35
- Wellington - Weta Workshop Cave Tour - NZD55
- Tongariro National Park - Tongariro Crossing (Unguided, Transport to/from Trail Head only) - from - NZD130
- Rotorua - Skyline Gondola Rotorua - NZD43
- Rotorua - Mount Tarawera Crater Hike - NZD195
- Rotorua - Forest Ziplining - from - NZD189
- Rotorua - Whitewater Rafting - NZD139
- Rotorua - ZORB - from - NZD45
- Waitomo - Glowworm Cave Tour - NZD79
- Raglan - Kayaking Tour - NZD99
- Coromandel Peninsula - Cathedral Cove Kayaking - NZD175
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. 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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