New Zealand's South to North Island Adventure - 11 Days
Trip Snapshot
Genders
- Female59%
- Male41%
Average age
Start / End
- Christchurch
- Auckland
Physical rating
Group size
1 - 16Meals included
10Highlights
- Explore Hobbiton on a guided tour, finishing with a drink at The Green Dragon – this iconic must-see location is where scenes from the Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies were filmed and is like stepping right into Middle Earth!
- 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.
- Experience the geothermal delights of Rotorua, watch New Zealand’s largest geyser erupt and observe adorable kiwis in a nocturnal house at a conservation centre.
- Discover the cool, artsy capital of Wellington with a local leader who knows all the best cafes, museums and hangouts.
- See the sea from the coastal town of Kaikoura – this picturesque spot is perfect for a classic walk along the beach and if you’re lucky, you might even see some seals near the coastline!
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Summary
Wherever you lay your eyes in New Zealand, there’s something remarkable to look at. On this adventure from the South Island through the beauty of the North, spend 11 unforgettable days soaking up sunshine and hopping between beaches, lakes, villages and cities. A local leader will show you the best bits of this spectacular island as you jump off from Christchurch, head to seaside Kaikoura, explore trendy Wellington, marvel at the sight of Lake Taupo, learn about local culture in a Maori village, take in the geothermal wonders of Rotorua and chill out on the beaches of the Coromandel Peninsula before wrapping up in lively Auckland. Of all New Zealand’s assets, its people top the list, so embrace a warm welcome from the locals as you explore their beautiful backyard.
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
What's Included
Accommodation
Multi-share hostel with shared facilities (10 nights)
Meals
Breakfasts: 9, Lunches: 0, Dinners: 1
Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.
Vegetarian options availableLocal Guide
GuidedThis adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.
Wifi
Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.
Dates & Prices
May 2026
from £1,147
- Save 26%Saturday 30 May 2026to Tuesday 9 Jun 20266+ spaces of 16 left£1,545£1,147Best offer
Customer reviews & ratings
I loved my intrepid trip. My tour wasn’t just knowledgable about each place we stopped but he was so passionate about his country. He really wanted us to experience the real New Zealand which was my number one goal of my trip too! I will definitely come back to New Zealand and I will definitely travel with intrepid again.
Amy Oct, 2025 VerifiedAn affordable tour to see essential places and stunning landscapes in New Zealand's North Island and a bit of the South Island within a short period of time. However, there should be a little more time in the interesting city of Wellington.
Maximilian Jul, 2025 Verified
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