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New Zealand Amplified (Southbound)

19 days • 4.3

4.5

Excellent

11 reviews

19 days

Start

Auckland, New Zealand

Finish

Christchurch, New Zealand

Trip Code

PHRWC

Min Age

Trip Size

1 - 16

Physical Rating

Meals

16 breakfasts, 1 dinner

Transport

Private Vehicle, Ferry

Accommodation

Multi-share hostel with shared facilities (18 nights)

From £2,482(19 days)

Trip Informations

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 Tuuur Company. You will be travelling with a mixture of both Haka customers and Tuuur customers. Tuuur works closely with Haka Tours to ensure that all our customers enjoy their time in New Zealand.

Accommodation on this trip is in mixed-gender multi-share dormitory style hostels with shared facilities. Dorms generally consist of 4-8 beds (private rooms are available on request). You may be required to share with non-Tuuur travellers outside of your group. People travelling together may occasionally be separated due to rooming configurations.

Itinerary

An unforgettable journey through the Land of the Long White Cloud

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.

DAY 1
Day 1 • Auckland
Kia Ora! Welcome to New Zealand. Your adventure begins in Auckland – a multi-cultural city full of good food, local music, arts and culture. You’ll meet up with your local leader and new travel buddies for a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight. If you arrive early, why not head out and explore at your own pace? This is a great city to explore on foot (the hills make for a good warm up!) and there’s lots of cool pubs and shops to check out. Tonight after your meeting, maybe chill out by the harbour or head to a restaurant with your group.
Accommodation
Multi-share hostel with shared facilities (1 night)
Meals
There are no meals included on this day.
Special information
It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance and emergency contact details at this time. If you are going to be late, please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.
DAY 2
Day 2 • Coromandel Peninsula
This morning, get on the road and travel towards the Coromandel Peninsula. This super scenic drive sets the tone for the rest of your journey, as you cruise down the coastline past views of glittering water and white sands. The Coromandel Peninsula is known for its lush rainforests and gorgeous beaches, but there’s one that tops them all! Hot Water Beach is made famous by the warm waters that run beneath its sand, meaning all you need to do to make your own hot tub is dig a hole. If the tide times line up with your visit, take advantage of this unusual phenomenon and relax in a natural hot tub. The rest of the day is yours to chill out on the beach or enjoy the cool little town.
Accommodation
Multi-share hostel with shared facilities (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Included activities
Coromandel Peninsula - Hot Water Beach
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 3.5 hours.
DAY 3
Day 3 • Coromandel Peninsula / Hobbiton / Rotorua
Take a deeper dive into the landscapes of the Coromandel Peninsula today with a walk along the clifftops and down to Cathedral Cove, one of the region’s most beautiful and photogenic spots – the rock arches, columns and pristine beaches are a truly impressive sight. While here, maybe explore the coastline on a guided kayaking tour and keep an eye out for dolphins swimming alongside the boat! In the afternoon, head to the rolling green hills of Matamata where you’ll find Hobbiton – the set where parts of the Lord of the Rings films were shot. On a fully guided tour, you’ll see Hobbit Holes, the Mill and finish with a drink (and maybe a pie) at the Green Dragon Inn. After an amazing day, you’ll continue to Rotorua, known for its geothermal activity and Maori culture.
Accommodation
Multi-share hostel with shared facilities (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Included activities
Rotorua - Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
Coromandel Peninsula - Cathedral Cove
Optional activities
Coromandel Peninsula - Cathedral Cove Kayaking - NZD175
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 4 hours.
DAY 4
Day 4 • Rotorua
There’s so much to see and do in Rotorua, so today is free to discover it all. Have a chat to your local leader for tips on how to get the most out of your day here. You may like to take a stroll through Kuirau Park, surrounded by bubbling and boiling mud pools. If you feel like getting your heart racing, the Kaituna River is one of the world’s top white water rafting destinations. Maybe head deep into one of New Zealand’s most ancient forests for an exhilarating eco canopy adventure, learning about the native wildlife and ecology as you zipline from tree to tree. Or take a guided kayak trip where you’ll enjoy a fun-filled evening of hot pools (which are only accessible by boat), BBQ dinner and paddling through magical glow worm caves.
Accommodation
Multi-share hostel with shared facilities (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Optional activities
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
Rotorua - Mt Tarawera Hike - NZD209
DAY 5
Day 5 • Rotorua / Murupara
Start the day with a visit to the Te Puia Maori Village, where you’ll get firsthand insight into Maori culture. You’ll also have the chance to see Pohutu, New Zealand’s largest geyser, in action – this is a sight that will blow you away! A visit to the kiwi conservation centre will allow you to observe this endearing nocturnal bird as it behaves at night. This afternoon, travel to the Kohutapu Lodge in Murupara – the majority of proceeds from the activities you take part in here are fed back into the local community. You’ll be greeted by a member of the Maori community who will show you around the Ngati Manawa Tribal Lands while sharing the history and culture of this tribe. Meet with other members of the village and learn a famous haka war dance, then weave a plate for tonight’s dinner out of flax plants. Dinner tonight is one for the books – tuck into a traditional hangi meal, cooked underground to create a delicious, earthy flavour.
Accommodation
Multi-share hostel with shared facilities (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Dinner
Included activities
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 Local Maori
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 1 hour.
DAY 6
Day 6 • Taupo
Hit the road this morning and head to Taupo, making a few stops along the way. Check out simmering mud pools, the rushing waters of the Huka Falls and the impressive Aratiatia Dam and rapids. Arrive in Taupo, sitting in the shores of Lake Taupo – New Zealand’s largest lake. With calm waters fringed by mountains, this is one of the prettiest spots in the country. If you’re after an adrenaline rush, you’re in the right place! The afternoon is yours to try out bungy jumping or skydiving, or you may prefer to take it easy with a sunset lake cruise.
Accommodation
Multi-share hostel with shared facilities (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Optional activities
Taupo - Water Touch Bungy - NZD235
Taupo - Skydive - from - NZD529
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 1.5 hours.
DAY 7
Day 7 • Taupo
The day is yours to enjoy all Taupo has to offer. Chill out lakeside to soak in the inspiring views, or get active and take on one of the awesome hiking trails in the area. If you’re feeling extra adventurous, the Tongariro Crossing in the nearby Tongariro National Park is considered one of the best one-day walks in the world (but it’s not for the faint hearted!). Carved into the cliff faces surrounding Lake Taupo you’ll find 14-metre-tall Maori artwork that can only be accessed on a boat trip. Want to relax and unwind? A visit to the natural hot pools at Otumuheke Stream is a must! However you decide to spend the day, it’s sure to be one to remember.
Accommodation
Multi-share hostel with shared facilities (1 night)
Meals
There are no meals included on this day.
Optional activities
Taupō - Lake Taupō Sailing Adventure - NZD69
Taupo - Tongariro Crossing Return Shuttle to/from Trail Head (Nov-Apr only) - NZD130
DAY 8
Day 8 • Wellington
Get ready for a long drive from Taupo to Wellington with views so incredible you’ll wish the drive was longer! Weave through the barren landscapes of the Rangipo Desert and pass through Tongariro National Park. Look out for the volcanic peaks of Mount Ruapehu, Mount Tongariro and Mount Ngauruhoe, which was used as Mount Doom in the Lord of the Rings trilogy. Arrive in Wellington, New Zealand’s cool and creative capital city. Celebrated for its amazing food and craft beer scene, Welly is the perfect place to grab dinner and a drink with your group.
Accommodation
Multi-share hostel with shared facilities (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Included activities
Tongariro National Park - Scenic Drive
Wellington - Mount Victoria Lookout
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 5 hours.
DAY 9
Day 9 • Marlborough Sounds / Kaikoura
Say goodbye to the North Island and jump on a ferry across the Cook Strait. Your introduction to the South Island is certainly a beautiful one as you cruise through the magnificent Marlborough Sounds and into Picton Harbour. Next, travel down to Kaikoura, famous for its abundance of marine wildlife. If you’re heading out for dinner in town tonight, the local crayfish should be at the top of your must-try list!
Accommodation
Multi-share hostel with shared facilities (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Included activities
Marlborough - Cook Strait Ferry Crossing
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 8 hours.
DAY 10
Day 10 • Kaikoura / Christchurch
Experiencing Kaikoura’s wildlife while you’re in this corner of the country is a must, so take the chance this morning to get to know the town’s most famous creatures. You may like to set out on a trip to encounter dolphins in their natural habitat – dusky dolphins, hectors dolphins and common dolphins are all common around these parts. Kaikoura is one of the best spots in the world for whale watching, with humpbacks, orcas and sperm whales often sighted on whale watching cruises. On your way out of town, stop by a seal colony to watch endearing fur seals go about their business. Travel down to Christchurch, arriving in time to head out for dinner at one of the city’s many top-notch eateries.
Accommodation
Multi-share hostel with shared facilities (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Included activities
Kaikoura - Visit to a Seal Colony
Optional activities
Kaikoura - Albatross Encounter - NZD175
Kaikoura - Wildlife Kayaking - NZD140
Kaikoura - Whale Watching - NZD175
Kaikoura - Dolphin Encounter - NZD120
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 3 hours.
DAY 11
Day 11 • Christchurch
Today is a free day to explore Christchurch at your own pace. Maybe chill out in the Botanic Gardens or go and see the Christchurch Cathedral – made entirely out of cardboard after the earthquake in 2011, this is a great example of the ingenuity of the locals. Tonight, you’ll have another meeting at 6 pm to meet the new travellers joining you for the next leg of your adventure. After, why not head out to dinner at a local restaurant and get to know each other better.
Accommodation
Multi-share hostel with shared facilities (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Special information
As this trip is a combination of shorter itineraries, the travellers in your group and your group leader are likely to change today.
DAY 12
Day 12 • Christchurch / Lake Tekapo
This morning, head out with your local leader to get to know Christchurch. After exploring some of the sites, it’s time to get on the road and drive to Lake Tekapo – this spot is a designated Dark Sky Reserve and the lake is a truly stunning sight, with its bright blue waters and surrounding mountains. Keep an eye out for newlyweds snapping pictures in front of the Church of the Good Shepherd, which boasts one of the world’s most gorgeous backdrops! Night fall reveals a whole new side of Tekapo – this is one of the top spots in the country for stargazing, so if the weather’s right, maybe set your gaze up to the glittering stars above.
Accommodation
Multi-share hostel with shared facilities (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Included activities
Lake Tekapo - Visit the Church of the Good Shepherd
Christchurch - City Tour
Optional activities
Lake Tekapo - Tekapo Springs Hot Pool - NZD50
Lake Tekapo - The Crater Experience - NZD129
Lake Tekapo - The Summit Experience - NZD209
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 3.5 hours.
DAY 13
Day 13 • Queenstown
Rise and shine! If you’d like to really embrace the morning, maybe take a hike to the summit of Mt John for views of the Southern Alps. If you skip the walk, don’t worry, there’s still plenty of incredible views to be seen today. You’ll drive past the tussock lands of the Mackenzie Basin and the snow-dusted peaks of the Southern Alps today, as you travel down to Queenstown, making plenty of photo-worthy stops along the way. Swing by the Kawarau Gorge, where you’ll have the chance to take the plunge with a bungy jump if you’re feeling brave! Arrive in the adventure capital of the world and your home for the next two nights. Whether you’re into high-adrenaline experiences or sitting back with a glass of wine, Queenstown is sure to tick all your boxes.
Accommodation
Multi-share hostel with shared facilities (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Included activities
Queenstown - Kawarau Gorge
Optional activities
Lake Tekapo - Hike up Mt John - Free
Queenstown - Kawarau Bridge Bungy - NZD320
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 3.5 hours.
DAY 14
Day 14 • Queenstown
The day is yours to experience all Queenstown has to offer. If you want to get your heart racing, look no further! Paragliding, jet boating, mountain biking, canyon swinging and bungy jumping could all be on the cards for you today – just speak to your leader. For scenery lovers, a day trip to Milford Sound is a must. Sail past outstanding mountains and plunging waterfalls as you cruise down the fiord - these views cannot be missed! For Lord of the Rings fans, maybe take a 4WD adventure through landscapes where some of the film’s scenes were shot. If you’re a wine lover, this is one of the top wine-producing regions in the world and there’s no shortage of fantastic wineries where you can sample some for yourself.
Accommodation
Multi-share hostel with shared facilities (1 night)
Meals
There are no meals included on this day.
Optional activities
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 Coach-Cruise-Coach Day Trip - NZD274
Queenstown - Nevis Bungy - NZD395
Queenstown - Skyline Gondola - NZD64
Queenstown - Dart River Funyaks - from - NZD495
Queenstown - Time Tripper - NZD20
DAY 15
Day 15 • Queenstown / Arrowtown / Wanaka
Take the morning to tick off anything you didn’t get to see or do yesterday, then leave Queenstown in the rear-view mirror and begin the super scenic drive across the Crown Range to Wanaka. Along the way, stop off in the little gold-rush town of Arrowtown, where the high street’s historic facades make it easy to imagine what life here once looked like. Take a walk around this gorgeous town, then continue to the huge Lake Wanaka – the star of the show. With the surrounding mountains, there’s no doubt this is one of the most attractive towns in New Zealand. Hit a hiking trail, explore on a bike or find a cosy cafe to admire the view.
Accommodation
Multi-share hostel with shared facilities (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Included activities
Arrowtown - Village visit
Optional activities
Wanaka - Happy Hour on the Lake - NZD64
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 1.5 hours.
DAY 16
Day 16 • Wanaka / Franz Josef
Soak up a free morning to explore Wanaka at your own pace. Maybe take a bike ride along the shores of Lake Wanaka or get on the water and cruise to Mou Waho Island, where you’ll find an island in a lake on an island in a lake! There are heaps of beautiful short walks in the area, and a visit to the famous #thatwanakatree is a must. Depart Wanaka in the afternoon and venture further north, stopping off at a lookout point over either Lake Wanaka or Lake Hawea, depending on conditions. Grab a window seat as you pass the impressive waterfalls of the Haast Pass and the spectacular coastline (your leader will make a few special stops along the way too!). Arrive to Franz Josef village – your base for the evening.
Accommodation
Multi-share hostel with shared facilities (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Included activities
West Coast - Haast Pass
West Coast - Lake Hawea Lookout
Optional activities
Wanaka - Mou Waho Island Cruise & Guided Nature Walk - NZD159
Wanaka - Mou Waho Island Cruise - NZD119
Wanaka - Waterfall Climbing - from - NZD199
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 4.5 hours.
DAY 17
Day 17 • Franz Josef
Franz Josef is where glaciers and soaring peaks make a spectacular background to the slow-paced, daily life. This part of the country is known as Te Wahi Pounamu, meaning ‘the place of greenstone’, due to the region’s abundance of this culturally and spiritually significant stone. Visit a local gallery and carve your own pendant while learning about pounamu’s importance to Maori culture. This afternoon, if you’d like to get closer to the Franz Josef Glacier, speak to your leader about the options available. There’s the chance to kayak over a glacial lake. No matter how you choose to spend the day here, it’s sure to be a good one!
Accommodation
Multi-share hostel with shared facilities (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Included activities
Franz Josef - Carve your own Pounamu Necklace
Optional activities
Franz Josef - Glacier Lake Kayaking - NZD165
DAY 18
Day 18 • West Coast / Christchurch
Travel up the wild and wet West Coast, where the country’s highest annual rainfall means the landscapes are unbelievably green, standing in striking contrast to the blues of the ocean. If time allows, you may visit a kiwi centre, where kiwi birds can be observed in a nocturnal house. Drive on through Arthur’s Pass on your way back to Christchurch and enjoy the mountain scenery (making a couple of stops along the way for photos). Arrive to Christchurch in the evening and maybe head out for dinner and drinks with your group.
Accommodation
Multi-share hostel with shared facilities (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 6 hours.
DAY 19
Day 19 • Christchurch
Your adventure comes to an end this morning, but if you’re not ready to go home yet, just get in touch ahead of time and your booking agent can arrange additional accommodation in Christchurch.
Meals
Breakfast

Inclusions

Meals

16 breakfasts, 1 dinner

Transport

Private Vehicle, Ferry

Accommodation

Multi-share hostel with shared facilities (18 nights)

Included 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 Local Maori

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

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

Rotorua - Mt Tarawera Hike - NZD209

Taupo - Water Touch Bungy - NZD235

Taupo - Skydive - from - NZD529

Taupō - Lake Taupō Sailing Adventure - NZD69

Taupo - Tongariro Crossing Return Shuttle to/from Trail Head (Nov-Apr only) - NZD130

Kaikoura - Albatross Encounter - NZD175

Kaikoura - Wildlife Kayaking - NZD140

Kaikoura - Whale Watching - NZD175

Kaikoura - Dolphin Encounter - NZD120

Lake Tekapo - Tekapo Springs Hot Pool - NZD50

Lake Tekapo - The Crater Experience - NZD129

Lake Tekapo - 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 Coach-Cruise-Coach Day Trip - NZD274

Queenstown - Nevis Bungy - NZD395

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 - Mou Waho Island Cruise - NZD119

Wanaka - Waterfall Climbing - from - NZD199

Franz Josef - Glacier Lake Kayaking - NZD165

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Saturday Jul 12, 2025

Wednesday Jul 30, 2025

Trip size max: 16 - 7 spaces left

£3,102£2,482

Thursday Sep 11, 2025

Monday Sep 29, 2025

Trip size max: 16 - 11 spaces left

£3,102£2,637

Friday Oct 10, 2025

Tuesday Oct 28, 2025

Trip size max: 16 - 15 spaces left

£3,102£2,637

Thursday Oct 23, 2025

Monday Nov 10, 2025

Trip size max: 16 - 7 spaces left

£3,223£2,740

Monday Nov 03, 2025

Friday Nov 21, 2025

Trip size max: 16 - 11 spaces left

£3,223£2,740

Saturday Nov 08, 2025

Wednesday Nov 26, 2025

Trip size max: 16 - 8 spaces left

£3,223£2,740

Friday Nov 14, 2025

Tuesday Dec 02, 2025

Trip size max: 16 - 12 spaces left

£3,223£2,740

Friday Nov 21, 2025

Tuesday Dec 09, 2025

Trip size max: 16 - 11 spaces left

£3,223£2,740

Monday Nov 24, 2025

Friday Dec 12, 2025

Trip size max: 16 - 14 spaces left

£3,223£2,740

Thursday Dec 04, 2025

Monday Dec 22, 2025

Trip size max: 16 - 12 spaces left

£3,350£2,680

Friday Jan 02, 2026

Tuesday Jan 20, 2026

Trip size max: 16 - 10 spaces left

£3,350

Tuesday Jan 06, 2026

Saturday Jan 24, 2026

Trip size max: 16 - 12 spaces left

£3,350

Friday Jan 09, 2026

Tuesday Jan 27, 2026

Trip size max: 16 - 13 spaces left

£3,350

Tuesday Jan 13, 2026

Saturday Jan 31, 2026

Trip size max: 16 - 15 spaces left

£3,350

Friday Jan 30, 2026

Tuesday Feb 17, 2026

Trip size max: 16 - 16 spaces left

£3,350

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-Tuuur 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 Tuuur Company. You will be travelling with a mixture of both Haka customers and Tuuur customers. Tuuur works closely with Haka Tours to ensure that all our customers enjoy their time in New Zealand.

Reviews (11)

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James

May 07, 2025

I had a fantastic time on this tour, I feel I gained an insight into Māori culture. Driving through the scenery of New Zealand was phenomenal, I enjoyed the activities and even tried a sky dive!

Amanda

Apr 21, 2025

A wonderful chance to see the many places of New Zealand while learning about the unique culture

Adam

Apr 21, 2025

The trip was beyond my expectation. Our guide Angela was brilliant, knowledgeable and very helpful.

Glynn

Mar 22, 2025

I currently did an tour with this company in New Zealand, North and South Island. The places s we went and visited are excellent. I was impressed how environmentally conscious people are. No rubbish, friendly people and amazing beautiful nature to see from beach, forest, mountains and waterfalls. I will visit again that’s for sure.

Jodie

Mar 18, 2025

This trip was the most amazing trip and I would recommend this to everyone. Ange our guide was honestly the most person so positive and offers so much support to you when you are on a trip with her. the culture aspect here was amazing I had such a brilliant time would 100% recommend.

Christopher

Nov 22, 2024

New Zealand is an awe-inspiring and fantastic country and what better way to see it than with a local guide. If you want a lazy holiday with no surprises, you don't want to meet people or push the boat out a bit - don't take this tour!

Alice

Dec 08, 2023

Rebecca

Jul 29, 2022

I did the NZ Amplified (Southbound) 17 day tour - the best experience and tour I've done; knowledge and super friendly guides and group; extreme sports and activities to do along the way. Highly recommend.

Nicola

Apr 30, 2023

New Zealand was very beautiful with its high mountains, lakes, colourful leaves, hot springs and Maori culture. I very much enjoyed the ferry from North to South island and ferry to Waiheke ialand. The train journey from Greymouth to Christchurch was great and shopping for greenstone or pounamu too :)

Jessica

Apr 03, 2023

I hate to write this because I've done several trips with Intrepid over the years and have only ever had wonderful experiences, but this trip was so disorganized and I would not recommend doing this basic style trip until some logistics improve. The trip is run by Haka Tours which Intrepid partners with. I landed in New Zealand three days before my trip to an email that my trip had been canceled due to staffing shortages. I'm not sure how they did not know this in advance. Luckily I was flexible and able to get rebooked on the next trip which started nine days later, but I had to cancel my plans and rebook things last minute which ended up costing me double. The tour itself was led by someone who was new to the company and didn't have the best organizational skills. The company scheduled some pre-booked activities for times that didn't fit into the itinerary. We had to book our own activities because the guide didn't feel comfortable and got overwhelmed. We missed some included activities. The hostels are hit or miss. Some are new and modern, others old and basic. Be aware that the rooms range from 4-20 beds, they are mixed-gender rooms and you could be staying in a room with people not from your tour group which I did not expect. Some hostels only had one outlet for everyone to share, sometimes the wi-fi didn't work, sometimes the shower water was cold, etc. Hostels don't include breakfast so the guide is responsible for buying groceries for communal breakfasts. All things to keep in mind. On a positive note, New Zealand is a beautiful country with stunning landscapes and so much to offer! I enjoyed the itinerary and the included activities and I would definitely go back and explore more on my own.

DAY 19
Day 19 • Christchurch
Your adventure comes to an end this morning, but if you’re not ready to go home yet, just get in touch ahead of time and your booking agent can arrange additional accommodation in Christchurch.
Meals
Breakfast

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DAY 19Day 19 • Christchurchexpand_moreYour adventure comes to an end this morning, but if you’re not ready to go home yet, just get in touch ahead of time and your booking agent can arrange additional accommodation in Christchurch. restaurant_menu MealscircleBreakfast

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Day 19 • Christchurch
Your adventure comes to an end this morning, but if you’re not ready to go home yet, just get in touch ahead of time and your booking agent can arrange additional accommodation in Christchurch.
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