24 Day Epic NZ Tour - Haka Tours

24 days
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About this activity
Tour starts 8.00am at Haka Hotel Newmarket, 9 Manukau Rd, Newmarket Auckland

Day 1 Auckland to Paihia - Begin your adventure with perfect beaches, ancient forests and more

Day 2 Paihia - Soak up the sun in Paihia and the Bay of Islands

Day 3 Paihia to Auckland - Visit the historic Waitangi Treaty Grounds and explore the surrounding region

Day 4 Auckland to Coromandel - Take in the oh so perfect coastal views on an epic scenic drive to the Coromandel.

Day 5 Coromandel to Waitomo - Explore majestic Cathedral Cove, dig your own hot tub before heading to Waitomo.

Day 6 Waitomo to Rotorua - Discover underground caves illuminated by thousands of glowworms and journey to Rotorua.

Day 7 Rotorua - A full day in Rotorua with options galore

Day 8 Rotorua to Taupo - A free morning in Rotorua and a short drive to Taupo..

Day 9 Taupo - Explore the Taupo region, home of Australasia’s largest lake and the world-famous Tongariro Crossing

Day 10 Taupo to Wellington - After road-tripping past Mordor and Mt Doom we hit New Zealand’s “cool little capital”, Wellington.

Day 11 Wellington to Kaikoura - Sail to the South Island and discover the stunning Kaikoura coast.

Day 12 Kaikoura to Christchurch - A paradise for marine wildlife, Kaikoura is home to playful dolphins and beautiful whales

Day 13 Christchurch to Lake Tekapo - Explore downtown Christchurch before heading to the striking lakes and mountains of Tekapo.

Day 14 Lake Tekapo to Queenstown - A stunning drive through mountain landscapes to the jewel of the South Island: Queenstown

Day 15 Queenstown - Indulge your inner adrenaline junkie in Queenstown. 

Day 16 Queenstown to Wanaka - Cross the mountains from Queenstown into wondrous Wanaka.

Day 17 Wanaka to Franz Josef - Our favourite scenic New Zealand drive from the Southern Alps to the West Coast.

Day 18 Franz Josef - Take in the stunning Franz Josef Glacier.

Day 19 Franz Josef to Punakaiki - Road trip up the South Island’s wild West Coast

Day 20 Punakaiki - Hear the roars of the crashing waves on the Pancake Rocks in Punakaiki.

Day 21 Punakaiki to Abel Tasman - Journey to the top of New Zealand’s South Island; in summer we sleep on a unique floating backpackers.

Day 22 Abel Tasman - Prepare to fall in love with Abel Tasman National Park.

Day 23 Abel Tasman to Wellington - Discover azure skies and wide open spaces around our sunniest location - Nelson.

Day 24 Wellington to Auckland - Journey back up to Auckland.
Included
  • Transport, breakfast and accommodation ( max 6 share, upgrades available)
  • Passionate Kiwi guide
  • Maori Cultural experience in the Coromandel and Rotorua
  • Traditional Maori ‘Hangi’ (food cooked using heated rocks and buried in an underground oven)
  • Explore an extraordinary geyserland, with candy coloured water at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
  • Sail between the North and South islands across the iconic Cook Strait
  • Stay for two nights deep in the rain forest on the South Island's west coast
  • Learn to carve your own ‘Tiki’ pendant from bone
  • Gondola ride in Queenstown to see panoramic views of the "Adventure Capital of the World"
  • Spend time in the stunning Abel Tasman National Park, with an overnight boat trip (summer only)
  • Small Groups - max 16 - Click here to find out why a small group tour makes for a far better experience.
  • Guided tour of every location. We show you places you would miss when travelling on a bus pass
  • Plus many surprise stops on the way
  • Breakfast
Not included
  • Optional Activities
  • Lunch
  • Dinner (except on the first night)
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Minimum age is 18 years
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Features
Tourism
95% Cultural
60% Aquatic
35% Adrenaline
15%
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