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New Zealand Amplified (Southbound)

Trip Type: Explorer

19 Days
| 1 - 16 People

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NZD $5,615.00 /Person
When it comes to inspiring scenery, fascinating culture and inviting locals, New Zealand is as good as it gets. From the volcanic landscapes of …
New Zealand Amplified (Southbound)

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.

Itinerary

Day 1: Auckland

Day 2: Coromandel Peninsula

Day 3: Coromandel Peninsula / Hobbiton / Rotorua

Day 4: Rotorua

Day 5: Rotorua / Murupara

Day 6: Taupo

Day 7: Taupo

Day 8: Wellington

Day 9: Marlborough Sounds / Kaikoura

Day 10: Kaikoura / Christchurch

Day 11: Christchurch

Day 12: Christchurch / Lake Tekapo

Day 13: Queenstown

Day 14: Queenstown

Day 15: Queenstown / Arrowtown / Wanaka

Day 16: Wanaka / Franz Josef

Day 17: Franz Josef

Day 18: West Coast / Christchurch

Day 19: Christchurch

Trip Inclusions

Meals

16 breakfasts and 1 dinners are included

Transport

Private Vehicle, Ferry

Accomodation

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
Trip Highlights
  • 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.
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Provided by
Intrepid
Reference Code: PHRWC
Trip Location
Trip Starts: Auckland, New Zealand
Trip Ends: Christchurch, New Zealand
Countries Visited: New Zealand

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Destination Details

New Zealand
| 19 Days
| 1 - 16 People