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Simple stays with essential amenities. Typically guesthouses, hostels or hotels rated below 3 stars — clean, no-frills, and great for value-conscious travelers.
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If you only have a short time to explore the largest island of New Zealand, this is the tour for you! Prepare for nine days of spectacular scenery and lots of opportunity for adventure. Turquoise lakes, majestic glaciers, dramatic mountain peaks, golden tussock lands and the picture-perfect towns of Queenstown, Wanaka and Franz Josef are all included on this iconic road trip!
Our small-group guided tour of the South Island will visit Christchurch, Wanaka, Queenstown, Tekapo (an International Dark Sky Reserve), Franz Josef Glacier, and back across to Christchurch via Arthur’s Pass. You’ll have the option to visit Milford Sound (dubbed the ‘8th Wonder of the World’ by Rudyard Kipling), and we’ll stop at many other scenic spots along the way.
There’s a range of optional add-on activities: from adrenaline-pumping bucket-list items like bungy jumping, jet boating, and skydiving to more gentle activities like heli-hiking, quad biking, kayaking, scenic flights and stargazing. None of these are compulsory; you can just add the ones you want.
Looking to extend your time in New Zealand? We can book a few extra nights for you at the beginning or end of your trip, so you can explore further.
New Zealand’s South Island Adventure Tour Tips:
All activities can be purchased on the road – just let your tour guide know and we can book them in for you.
Our tour starts in the evening, so you can spend the day exploring Christchurch at your leisure. You can check out our website for recommendations on what to do and where to explore!
The tour price includes dorm share accommodation but if you would prefer your own space, you have the option to upgrade to a private room. You can select this upgrade when you start building your tour online.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hostel
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Queen
Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Queenstown, Wanaka, Franz Josef
Embark on a 3-day tour from Adelaide to Melbourne, taking in mountains, wildlife and coastal beauty. Discover Grampians National Park with Mackenzie Falls, The Balconies, Boroka Lookout and the Pinnacle. Visit Tower Hill Conservation Reserve, an extinct volcano rich in Aboriginal heritage, before reaching the coast. Conclude with the Great Ocean Road, featuring the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, London Bridge, lush rainforest in Great Otway National Park and famous surf beaches.
This perfectly paced adventure combines an inter-island flight with iconic sights and authentic encounters. Marvel at glowworms in Waitomo Caves, explore Rotorua’s geothermal wonders, and connect with Māori traditions at Te Puia. See a kiwi up close at The Kiwi Hatchery, then journey south to cruise Lake Wakatipu aboard the TSS Earnslaw. From sheep shearing at Real Country to gourmet dining at Walter Peak, every moment captures New Zealand’s charm.
Adventure
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Queenstown, Rotorua, Auckland
Queenstown, Rotorua, Auckland
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Explore Tasmania’s Central Plateau on a four-day journey from Hobart into the island’s remote alpine heartlands. Visit historic Bothwell and the former hydro town of Waddamana before heading deep into the high country. Discover glacial tarns, windswept ridges and sub-alpine moorlands on walks to places like Allisons Hut and Lake Ada. Spot native wildlife including wombats, wallabies and Tasmanian devils, and explore the heritage-listed Steppes with its sculpture trail. With rugged scenery, rich natural history and a sense of true isolation, the Central Highlands offer a strikingly atmospheric escape.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
You could spend eons exploring New Zealand’s two islands. If you only have time to do the North, this NZ holiday is for you. Discover cosmopolitan cities on an Auckland tour and Wellington tour. Revel in geothermal wonders on a steamy Rotorua tour. Drop in on Lord of the Rings movie sets. And be moved by Maori culture, whether in galleries or traditional villages. The Indigenous heartbeat is strong, wherever you venture on this epic NZ tour.
Local cultureCity sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Auckland, Wellington, Rotorua
Auckland, Wellington, Rotorua
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ACCOMMODATED: Venture into the Top End on a 2-day trip from Darwin, taking in Kakadu’s wetlands, Aboriginal rock art at Nourlangie, and a Yellow Water sunset cruise. A Bush Tucker Walk and visits to cultural centres offer a glimpse into First Nations traditions, while cosy stays and stops, such as the Humpty Doo Hotel, add local flavour. A compact adventure rich in nature and culture.
Embark on this 3-day tour of Australia, starting in Melbourne and following the Great Ocean Road with its surf beaches, rainforest walks, and the striking Twelve Apostles. Continue to Tower Hill to see native wildlife before heading into the Grampians for hikes to sweeping lookouts. Visit Mackenzie Falls, The Balconies, and Boroka Lookout before returning to Melbourne, capturing the best of the coast, wildlife, and mountains.
Set off from Perth on a seven day journey showcasing the best of Western Australia’s coastline and outback. Discover the surreal limestone spires of the Pinnacles Desert, the vibrant Pink Lake, and sweeping views from the Kalbarri Skywalk. Dolphin sightings at Monkey Mia and a stroll along Shell Beach highlight the region’s coastal charm. Time in Coral Bay and Ningaloo Reef reveals colourful coral gardens and abundant marine life. Cape Range National Park offers dramatic gorges and pristine shores, while the return leg takes in Carnarvon, Geraldton, Green Head and Lake Thetis before completing the loop back to Perth.
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Perth, Kalbarri, Monkey Mia, Cor
Perth, Kalbarri, Monkey Mia, Coral Bay, Exmouth, Geraldton
Explore Australia’s wild west on this 6-day tour from Perth to Exmouth, taking in some of Western Australia’s most breathtaking coastal highlights. Walk among the otherworldly limestone spires of the Pinnacles Desert, see the vibrant Pink Lake near Geraldton, and admire dramatic landscapes in Kalbarri National Park. Meet the famous dolphins of Monkey Mia, stroll along a beach made entirely of shells, and gaze out over sweeping ocean views at Eagle Bluff. You’ll also have time to discover the world-heritage listed Ningaloo Reef, from Coral Bay to Exmouth, where pristine beaches, coral gardens and turquoise waters await.
Experience the best of Far North Queensland on this unforgettable 4-day adventure from Port Douglas. Immerse yourself in the rich Aboriginal culture of the Daintree Rainforest, learning traditional fishing techniques and painting your own Dreamtime-inspired artwork. Cruise to the stunning Agincourt Reef on the outer Great Barrier Reef, where you can snorkel, dive, or stay dry in a semi-submarine, marvelling at the vibrant coral gardens and marine life.
Rainforest and jungle visits
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Resort
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Port Douglas, Daintree National
Port Douglas, Daintree National Park, Great Barrier Reef, Cairns