24 Days | Take part in the ultimate journey through New Zealand’s natural highlights
See all the natural and cultural highlights of New Zealand on this 24-day journey through the North and South Islands. First, you’ll explore the sub-tropical islands, expansive coastlines and dense forests of Northland. Soak up the coastal beauty of Tutukaka – home to one of the world’s most gorgeous coastlines (as voted by National Geographic Traveller) – then hit the Bay of Islands for a full-day cruise through the scenic Poor Knights Islands. Go scuba diving, snorkelling and kayaking in your free time before soaking up some of the local cultural history at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Visit hot water beach for a swim in Coromandel, see the geothermal springs of Rotorua and go wildlife spotting in Wellington. Ram up the energy in the South Island’s ‘adventure capital of the world’ (Queenstown), then chill out in laidback Wanaka. See the awe-inspiring Franz Josef Glacier, then cross the Southern Alps on a world-famous train journey. Between old forest landscapes, mountain-scapes and glacial hikes, you’ll soon fall head over heels for New Zealand’s natural beauty.
Trip overview
- Start
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Finish
- Christchurch, 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
- PHKRC
- Cruise through the scenic Poor Knights Islands on a full-day adventure on the water to see some of the north island’s natural beauty. This area is also a Marine Reserve with volcanic origins over 11 million years old, creating some pretty epic biodiversity.
- 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.
- Live it up in the adventure capital of the world, Queenstown. Whether you fancy bungy jumping, jet boating, horseback riding or wine tasting, there’s something here to entice everyone.
- Visit a local gallery in Franz Josef and carve a pendant out of pounamu while learning about the precious stone’s significance to Maori culture.
- 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.
Itinerary
View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2024 - 30 April 2025
Inclusions
23 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 5 dinners
Private Vehicle, Train, Ferry
Hotel/Motel (23 nights)
- Matapouri Beach - Visit
- Whangarei Falls - Visit
- Tutukaka - Poor Knights Islands Day Cruise
- Coromandel Peninsula - Cathedral Cove
- Coromandel Peninsula - Hot Water Beach
- Raglan - Fish & Chips Dinner
- Raglan - Sunset Boat Cruise
- Waitomo - Ruakuri Bush Walk
- Rotorua - Redwood Forest Canopy Walk
- Rotorua - Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
- Rotorua - Pohutu Geyser
- Rotorua - Hangi Dinner & Haka Dance
- Taupo - Huka Falls
- Wellington - Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary
- 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
- Bay of Islands - Skydive - from - NZD329
- Bay of Islands - Island Hopper Day Cruise (October to April only) - NZD185
- Bay of Islands - Hole in the Rock Cruise (4 hours) - NZD150
- Bay of Islands - Discover Scuba Diving - NZD349
- Russell - Ferry - NZD20
- Coromandel Peninsula - Cathedral Cove Kayaking - NZD175
- Raglan - Kayaking Tour - NZD89
- Waitomo - Glowworm Cave Tour - NZD75
- Rotorua - Skyline Gondola Rotorua - NZD40
- Rotorua - Forest Ziplining - from - NZD179
- Rotorua - Whitewater Rafting - NZD129
- Rotorua - ZORB - from - NZD40
- Taupo - Skydiving - NZD279
- Tongariro National Park - Tongariro Crossing (Unguided, Transport to/from Trail Head only) - from - NZD399
- Wellington - Kapiti Island Eco Experience - NZD499
- Wellington - Te Papa Museum Tour - NZD20
- Wellington - Weta Workshop Cave Tour - NZD55
- Queenstown - Walter Peak Lake Cruise with Gourmet Dinner - NZD189
- Queenstown - Kawarau Bridge Bungy - NZD265
- Queenstown - Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour - NZD270
- Queenstown - Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise - NZD499
- Queenstown - Skyline Gondola - NZD52
- 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 - NZD15
- Queenstown - Shotover River Jet Boat Ride - NZD135
- 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
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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