The Big Tiki – New Zealand Tour for Young Adults & Young Solo Travellers

The Big Tiki 18-35 year olds

The one that unearths the best of NZ, covering both islands in 21 unforgettable days

This is the big one. Kicking off in Auckland, you’ll bungee and skydive in Queenstown, feast on a ground-smoked Māori ‘hangi’ in Rotorua, stroll wine trails, hike active volcanoes and experience the otherworldly beauty of Milford Sound in an unforgettable 21 day adventure. Drastic in beauty but humble in charm, New Zealand is here to steal your heart away. Get ready for the ultimate adrenaline rush.

“Most popular youth travel company in the world”

Info by the very experienced and internationally popular operator of this tour for young adults (“Most popular youth travel company in the world”, Wikipedia): “Our trips are exclusively for 18-35s, and whether you join us solo or in a group, our trips are designed so you can share incredible experiences with young travellers just like you.”

Reviews by tour participants:

4.8 out of 5 stars (272 Reviews)*

Trip duration and price:

21 days, 1 country from about $2,345* (you’ll find other currencies and final prices on the booking page)

Included Meals:

19 Breakfasts, 6 Dinners

Included Accommodations:

11 nights in Hotels, 5 nights in Hostels, 3 nights in Lodges, 1 night in Special Stay

Group Size:

Average 45 people

Planned Itinerary:

Day 1: Auckland

Whangarei

Paihia

Day 2: Paihia

Day 3: Paihia

Auckland

Day 4: Auckland

Rotorua

Day 5: Rotorua

Day 6: Rotorua

Huka Falls

Lake Taupo

Day 7: Lake Taupo

Mount Ruapehu

Day 8: Mount Ruapehu

Wellington

Day 9: Wellington

Day 10: Wellington

Picton

Kaikoura

Day 11: Kaikoura

Day 12: Kaikoura

Christchurch

Day 13: Christchurch

Arthur’s Pass

Hokitika

Franz Josef

Day 14: Franz Josef

Day 15: Franz Josef

Haast

Wanaka

Queenstown

Day 16: Queenstown

Day 17: Queenstown

Day 18: Queenstown

Day 19: Queenstown

Milford Sound

Te Anau

Day 20: Te Anau

Kingston

Arrowtown

Lake Ohau

Day 21: Lake Ohau

Lake Tekapo

Christchurch

Day 1: Auckland to Paihia

AucklandWelcome to the land of the long white cloud: New Zealand! Time to meet your Contiki crew and get ready for the adventures on the horizon. We’ll cross Auckland’s Harbour Bridge admiring the ‘City of Sails’ harbour before starting our journey north to Paihia.

WhangareiBut first, a stop off at the stunning yacht marina in Whangarei. Here we’ll check out the weird and wonderful Huderwassert art centre, a unique architectural project dedicated to the ecological activist Friedensreich Hundertwasser. After lunch we’ll hit the road again onwards to the Bay of Islands.PaihiaOn arrival to the Bay of Islands we’re starting off with a dose of Kiwi history on a guided tour at Waitangi Treaty grounds where in 1840 New Zealand officially became a nation of two communities. And because we like to give you that something extra, how about a free admission at the Treaty museum, in case you seek a bit more detail on Kiwi history. Tonight we’ll feast like the locals as we enjoy a true Kiwiana fish’n’chips as we overlook the glittering Bay of Islands.

Bounty Motel (or similar)

Included Meals:

DinnerCross Auckland’s Harbour BridgeSee the ‘City of Sails’ harbourSee the ‘City of Sails’ harbour made famous by the America’s CupEat fish ‘n’ chips in Paihia Fill up on a dinner of fish ‘n’ chips (Kiwi style) overlooking the Bay of Islands in Paihia. This is probably what heaven feels like.  
View Hundertwasser Art CenterExplore the Hundertwasser Art Center
 Waitangi Treaty Grounds Guided TourGet a dose of history with a guided tour of the Waitangi Treaty GroundsKiwi ParasailTake off over the stunning Bay of Islands in New Zealand’s highest parasail ride. Choose to fly by yourself or with a friend as a jet boat pulls you through the open waters. Take in the fantastic views & enjoy the ride. All prices are in local currency. www.parasail-nz.co.nz
Additional costs apply

Day 2: Paihia

Paihia
Whether it’s parasailing or a fast boat ride – today’s (idyllic) list of optionals reads like a who’s who of adventure. This area is filled with natural beauty and is sure to inspire your inner wild child. Make the most of the Free Time Add-On experiences on offer – tomorrow we head back to the big city vibes.

Bounty Motel (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Cape Rienga & Ninety Mile Beach TripOn this full-day tour, you’ll get the background on the region & travel from Paihia to Cape Reinga, New Zealand’s most northern point. With off-roading, sand dune ‘surfing’ & amazing Northland scenery, this is a full experience. Cap it all off with a local favourite – fish ’n’ chips. www.awesomenz.comAll prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Carino Day Sailing Adventure(Available October – April depts only) This is the perfect way to explore the Bay of Islands. Board a catamaran & island hop around the region. Cool off in the crystal-clear waters, try some snorkelling & keep your eyes open for the resident dolphins. Once you’ve worked up that appetite, there’s a delicious BBQ lunch waiting for you. www.sailingdolphins.co.nzAll prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Explore Discover the BayCruise among the 144 islands visiting the iconic Hole in the Rock potentially viewing marine mammals (dolphins, orcas or whales) along the way. For lunch we stop at Urupukapuka Island, here you can explore the rich & long history at the Otehei Bay Island Conservation Centre. Also learn about the restorative work of Project Island Song to return native bird life back to the Bay. All prices are in local currency. www.exploregroup.co.nz
Additional costs apply

Kiwi ParasailTake off over the stunning Bay of Islands in New Zealand’s highest parasail ride. Choose to fly by yourself or with a friend as a jet boat pulls you through the open waters. Take in the fantastic views & enjoy the ride. All prices are in local currency. www.parasail-nz.co.nz
Additional costs apply

Tandem SkydiveThe journey begins with a scenic flight above the central plateau, taking in views of the Southern Hemisphere’s largest lake. Your excitement climbs with the altitude. Exiting the plane at up to 15,000 feet, you experience the exhilaration of free falling at 200 kilometres per hour! Catch your breath as you enjoy a spectacular parachute ride back to Earth. All prices are in local currency. www.taupotandemskydiving.com
Additional costs apply

Day 3: Paihia to Auckland

PaihiaAfter breakfast this morning, feeling full, salty and sun-kissed we wave goodbye to Paihia & sashay our way back down NZ in the direction of Auckland.AucklandArriving in Auckland we’ve got a array of awesome Free-Time Add-Ons to choose from. Adrenaline junkies, get ready for a bungee jump, climb over the iconic harbour bridge or sky jump off the Skywalk. For those who prefer to keep two feet on the ground, why not get your taste buds tingling with a multi-sensory icecream experience at Giapo?

Jucy Snooze (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Harbour Bridge BungyForget shopping & cafes on Ponsonby Road – if you want an activity in Auckland that really showcases the true Kiwi spirit, then the 40 metre Auckland Bridge Bungy is not be be missed. Featuring stunning views of the Waitemata Harbour & an exclusive bridge walk out to our specially constrcuted Bungy pod, this experience will thrill & surprise you, especially if you opt for a water-touch & enjoy a nice ocean dip! All prices are in local currency. www.bungy.co.nz
Additional costs apply

Harbour Bridge ClimbAJ Hackett Bungy provides the only walking access onto this Auckland landmark, complete with your very own tour gude to share with you the Bridge’s colourful secrets & amazing architectural features, as well as point out some of the best Auckland sights. All prices are in local currency. www.bungy.co.nz
Additional costs apply

Sky Tower Sky JumpSkyjump is an incredible adrenaline rush in the heart of Auckland, New Zealand’s highest jump & only base jump by wire. Plummet 192 metres off the Sky Tower at 85km an hour! Completely safe & utterly unforgettable. All prices are in local currency. www.skywalk.co.nz
Additional costs apply

Sky Tower Sky WalkInch along a narrow walkway around the Sky Tower, high above Auckland. No handrail, nothing but thin air & the city 192 metres below, SkyWalk is an exhilarating challenge you’ll never forget. Our guides point out Auckland attractions, tell you stories and challenge you to daredevil tricks. For a big New Zealand adventure, 360° panoramic views of Auckland & extraordinary memoires, Skywalk the ledge. All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Giapo’s Behind the Scene’s ExperienceExperience the amazing creations of the ice-cream artist, Giapo. Walk through his kitchen to learn, see & most importantly taste his most spectacular & crazy treats. All prices are in local currency. www.giapo.com
Additional costs apply

Day 4: Auckland to Rotorua

AucklandLaters Auckland! Today we drive through the lush farmlands of Waikato, an area that produces many of New Zealand’s best Rugby players for the All Blacks, on route to Rotorua.RotoruaWhen you catch your first whiff of that .. ‘unusual’ sulphur smell, you’ll know we’ve arrived in Rotorua. Famed for its spurting geysers, boiling mud pools & hot springs, gondola and speeding luge rides, Rotorua is a natural wonderland, and then some. We’ll stop off at the New Zealand Kiwi Hatchery, the largest conservation project for the kiwi bird in the world. Watch these adorable little birds roam around, stand in a human-sized kiwi burrow, and visit the incubation centre, where over 2100 kiwi chicks have been born. Who knows, maybe you’ll see a newly-hatched kiwi chick!
Tonight the culture will sky rocket with a traditional Māori hāngi dinner & cultural performance, and perhaps best of all, the chance to get involved in the world-famous HAKA.

Sudima Lake Rotorua (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Dinner

Traditional Māori Cultural PerformanceExperience a traditional Māori cultural performance and feast on a ground-smoked hāngi dinnerSee Rotorua’s Geothermic Mud PoolsSee (and smell) Rotorua’s bubbling geothermic mud poolsVisit the New Zealand Kiwi Hatchery MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience Visit the New Zealand Kiwi Hatchery at Rainbow Springs near Rotorua and hear about their efforts to save New Zealand’s adorable national bird
ZorbTake it to another level with this truly different wild experience! Get ready to roll as you travel downhill in a large transparent ball, either on your own, with a friend (or two!) Keep it wet or dry or with the choice of adding a bucket of water to take it up a level. All prices are in local currency. www.ogo.co.nz
Additional costs apply

Day 5: Rotorua

Rotorua
The day is yours to roam free in this geothermal paradise. Soak in a hot spring, go white water rafting or hike up a volcano. The options are limitless and the decisions are yours. We recommend the Rotorua Dawn Canopy Tour, exclusive to Contiki, where you’ll watch the sun rise, eat some breakfast and drink coffee up in the towering trees as the birds make start their morning calls. Then, you’ll get to soar 1200m through the forest on the ultimate zipline adventure.

Sudima Lake Rotorua (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Kaitiaki RaftingGet out on the Kaituna river on a rafting adventure. With your expert guide on hand, share the adventure with your mates as you feel the thrills! We’ll provide all the safety gear you need – so get ready for action. www.kaitiaki.co.nz All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Mt Tarawera HikeExperience the unique landscape & history of Mt Tarawera. Infamous for its eruption on June 10th, 1886, Mt Tarawera created the world’s youngest geothermal valley of Waimangu. This fully guided walking experience gives you unmatched scenic vistas, 360 panoramic views & includes an optional run in to the heart of the volcanic crater. All prices are in local currency. www.kaitiaki.co.nz
Additional costs apply

Rotorua Ultimate Canopy ToursCanopy tours zipline adventure activity is the experience of a lifetime. It’s a magnificent environment you will visit – a long forgotten ancient forest just like the whole of New Zealand once was, it’s a low impact mode of transport to get you high in the ancient canopy! All prices are in local currency. www.canopytours.co.nz
Additional costs apply

Hobbiton Movie Set TourExperience the real Middle-earth at the Hobbiton Movie Set, where you can step into the lush pastures of the Shire, as seen in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies.
You will be fully guided on a walking tour around the set; past Hobbit Holes, the Mill and into the world-famous Green Dragon Inn, where you will be presented with a complimentary, exclusive Hobbit Southfarthing beverage to conclude your own Middle-earth adventure.
The trip includes return transfer from Rotorua. All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Day 6: Rotorua to Lake Taupo

Rotorua

Huka FallsFrom Rotorua, we make our way to Lake Taupo, but not before a cheeky stop-off at the awesome Huka Falls. 220,000 litres (that’s 58 000 gallons) of water gush over Huka Falls per second. Just let that sink in for a minute. Wild, right? Even wilder still is the Hukafalls Jet experience – a thrilling ride that will get you experiencing the full force of the falls and leave you with even more of a taste for adventure. A good thing really, given Lake Taupo is on the horizon.Lake TaupoWe arrive at Lake Taupo, the largest freshwater lake in Australasia. Volcanic peak views & trout fishing will seamlessly slip us into quaint lake life. But don’t be fooled by the seemingly still scenery – a skydive is on the menu if that adrenaline itch needs scratching.This evening we jump on a cruise on the lake to watch the sun set, go fishing and enjoy some eats with our Contiki fam.

Lakeland Resort Taupo (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Visit the Huka FallsVisit the awesome Huka FallsLake Taupo Sunset Dinner CruiseGet out on Lake Taupo in a luxury cruise boat & try your hand at fishing – the local sport. If the weather is right, tuck into dinner on deck & then have a go at some karaoke – it is the perfect way to start the night off with some fun. All prices are in local currency. www.chrisjolly.co.nz
Additional costs apply

Tandem SkydiveThe journey begins with a scenic flight above the central plateau, taking in views of the Southern Hemisphere’s largest lake. Your excitement climbs with the altitude. Exiting the plane at up to 15,000 feet, you experience the exhilaration of free falling at 200 kilometres per hour! Catch your breath as you enjoy a spectacular parachute ride back to Earth. All prices are in local currency. www.taupotandemskydiving.com
Additional costs apply

Huka JetJump into a jet boat & hit the Waikato river in a thrilling ride. Cruise along at high speeds up to the surging Huka Falls. Our experienced professional driver will show the group a few tricks along the way, including some 360º turns. www.hukajet.com All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Day 7: Lake Taupo to Ruapehu

Lake TaupoWe drive through the central plateau to the southern end of  the Tongariro National Park, Ohakune is known as the aprés ski capital of the North Island. Today you have the option to go mountain biking along one of NZ’s most picturesque track, “the Old Coach Rd”.Mount RuapehuTonight we stay in a heritage listed building built in 1913 which is now a vibrant modern ski lodge, located at the base of a volcano, Mt Ruapehu with views unlike any other you’ve seen.

Kings Ohakune (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Dinner

See an active stratovolcanoSee an active stratovolcano with Mt RuapehFamous Lord Of The Rings SightsSee more of the sights made famous in the “The Lord of the Rings”Old Coach Road Mountain Bike TrailMountain Bike on a historic historic “horse & cart” trail. With the stunning back drop of Mt Ruapehu, you will traverse through native bush, farmland & over an old train viaduct. All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Day 8: Mount Ruapehu to Wellington

Mount RuapehuThese landscapes are unique and the sights will leave you breathless. On route to the windy capital Wellington where we’ll show you the sights of this city.WellingtonAs much as we’ve been loving the nature time, the change of scenery to New Zealand’s well-cultured capital will prove an utter delights. After an orientation through the narrow streets of Wellington a night on the town will be on the cards, plus an optional dinner to start the night off as we mean to go on. 

Mercure Wellington Abel Tasman (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Day 9: Wellington

Wellington
Ready to explore Wellington in all its glory? Today, we’ll head to a local cafe and try the famed flat white coffee in its city of origin (sorry Australians). Caffeinated and refreshed, we’ll take a trip to Zealandia, a 225-hectare (basically massive) eco-sanctuary that protects over 40 rare native wildlife species. Because Zealandia is fully fenced, you’ll be able to walk alongside incredibly rare birds like the hihi and the takahē. Look out for the tuatara, a prehistoric reptile known as a ‘living fossil’, which can only be found in New Zealand!

Mercure Wellington Abel Tasman (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Check out the cafe & restaurant scene in Wellington, voted the coolest little capital in the worldZealandia MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience The ultimate way to experience New Zealand’s rare and amazing wildlife! Join one of the experienced guides on an engaging and informative walk through the picturesque sanctuary to witness the native wildlife that is once again living on the mainland. With everything in ZEALANDIA living wild, the nature-guru guides will use their knowledge of birdsong, habitats, and local flora to track down even the rarest of NZ’s unique animals. All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Day 10: Wellington to KaikouraMake Travel Matter

Wellington
So long north island! Today we’re making tracks for your southern brother, darting across the Cook Strait via the Inter-Island ferry.

Picton
Our first port of call on the South Island will be Picton, the gateway to wine country. Sauv blanc, anyone?
Kaikoura

Our next drive takes us through Marlborough’s wine country along the rugged east coast. Arriving in Kaikoura will see us amongst a seaside settlement known for whales & dolphins, so the camera needs to be on 110% charge as we roll around the coast. We’ll stop at a seal colony, where you’ll struggle not to break into a collective ‘cuuuute’ as you watch these guys sunning themselves on the rocks.
Next up, we’ll visit Kaikoura Wildlife Rescue to meet a local wildlife biologist, Sabrina Leucht, who has been working to build a dedicated wildlife hospital in Kaikoura. We’ll learn about the types of wildlife we might encounter here, which threats they face, and what we can all do to make a difference – locally and in our own hometowns.
After a busy day of wildlife wonders, we’ll check into our seafront hotel, before heading out for a spot of dinner. Did you know that Kaikoura literally translates into ‘eat (kai) crayfish (koura)’? So, no prizes for guessing what type of local cuisine we’ll be trying!

Sudima Kaikoura (Or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Spectacular drive along the Kaikoura Coast & visit to a seal colonyVisit Kaikōura Wildlife RescueWe meet eco-warrior Sabrina Leucht, who has worked for many years tending to injured native birds and is now working to establish the regions first wildlife hospital. MAKE TRAVEL MATTER ® Experience

Day 11: Kaikoura

Kaikoura
We all love a free day – especially one spent in beautiful Kaikoura! We recommend taking a whale watching tour, where you’ll have the opportunity to see giant sperm whales in action, as well cute seals and dusky dolphins. Other free time add-ons include a thrilling helicopter ride over the Kaikoura Peninsula, a kayak trip across the coastline, and more. We’ll stay another night in Kaikoura after an action-packed day, before heading to Christchurch tomorrow morning.

Sudima Kaikoura (Or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Pacific to Peak Heli FlightEnjoy a scenic flight above the Kaikōura Penninsula and up to the mountains for a landing . This spot provides 360 degrees of breathtaking panoramic views over the Pacific Ocean and Seaward Kaikōura Ranges. If you are lucky enough to be here in the winter months you will get a bonus snow landing. All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Seal Kayak TourEnjoy the New Zealand Fur Seals as they play around and under your kayak in their natural habitat, while you are able to take pictures with ease. All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Whale Watch KaikōuraEvery Whale Watch tour is a unique experience and the sightings vary. Giant Sperm Whales are the stars of the show and year-round residents. These Sperm Whales share these waters with up to 14 other species of whales and dolphins that migrate past at different times of the year. This unique marine experience also provides an opportunity to sight high-spirited Dusky Dolphins, the rare and endangered Hectors Dolphin, New Zealand Fur Seals and a wide variety of sea birds including the Royal Albatross. Whale Watch takes you on an unforgettable journey, in purpose built vessels that provide great viewing and photographic opportunities.
Whale Watch have a 95% success rate with viewing whales and guarantee an 80% refund if your tour does not see a whale. All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Wings over WhalesView whales and dolphins in their natural environment, and gain an insight into their world. Kaikōura is home to sperm whales year round, as well as a popular migratory and feeding route for many other species of whales and dolphins. From the air passengers can experience the true magnitude of the world’s largest mammal, the whale. These animals can reach an impressive 18 metres in length and weigh up to 60 tonne! All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Take the Drive of your LifeSpeeding through native bush and hill country farmland, dashing through manuka glades and checking out the seals at Haumuri Bluffs… It’s a wild ride, but don’t worry – we’ll calm our engines with a tea and cookie break under the sumptuous sun.
Additional costs apply

Day 12: Kaikoura to Christchurch

KaikouraChristchurchSo long Kaikoura! We’ll arrive in Christchurch by lunch-time, where we’ll take an inspiring tour of the city that was totally rebuilt after the Christchurch earthquake. Look out for the Cardboard Cathedral, the only cathedral in the world to be built mostly from plain old cardboard!

The Breakfree on Cashel (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Day 13: Christchurch to Franz Josef Glacier

Christchurch
Christchurch, it was short and sweet, but with with ice age action on the horizon we gots to move on.

Arthur’s Pass
Take in the beautiful scenery as we wind our way across the highest and most spectacular mountain pass across the Southern Alps.

Hokitika
In the gold rush town of Hokitika we’ll watch authentic carvers get to work on green jade and take a look at traditional Maori art. Back on the coach we’re coastline bound to one of the islands most jaw-droppingly beautiful spots…
Franz Josef
We’ll pull up for the night in glorious Franz Josef, probably one of the most beautiful places you’ll ever of clapped eyes on. A bold statement we know, but well deserved.

Rainforest Retreat (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Dinner

View a native greenstone carving demonstration in the goldrush town of Hokitika

Day 14: Franz Josef Glacier

Franz Josef
This morning will be another big ol’ tick off the list as we take to the ice of Franz Josef Glacier. We’ve got a heli ride over the glacier up for grabs, or the opportunity to carve your own Pounamu (jade) pendant, under the tuition of a Maori mastercraftsman. Pounamu is sacred to the Māori people, and this is a great way to learn about its cultural significance, while also creating a beautiful please of jewellery. 

Rainforest Retreat (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Glacier Country KayaksAll kayaking gear is provided before you get out onto Lake ourika & enjoy three hours of gentle exercise while marvelling at panoramic views of the surrounding mountains & glaciers. All prices are in local currency. www.glacierkayaks.com
Additional costs apply

Scenic Heli Flight and LandingTake in sweeping aerial views of this area of spectacular natural beauty before getting up close to this icy formation with a glacier landing. Flight covers Franz Josef Glacier and is 20min in length All prices are in local currency. www.scenic-flights.co.nz
Additional costs apply

Heli Hike’One stop shopping’ with a short helicopter flight onto Franz Josef Glacier followed by two hours of exploring this spectacular natural wonder on foot. You’ll be fully kitted out on the ice as your Local Guide gives you the low-down on how the glacier was formed. All prices are in local currency. www.franzjosefglacier.com
Additional costs apply

Pounamu (Jade) CarvingCarve your own Pounamu (Jade) pendant using traditional Māori methods with a master carver. All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Day 15: Franz Josef Glacier to Queenstown

Franz JosefArmed with a new found appreciation for frozen water, we’ll hop back on the coach & start making our way to Queenstown, making a few cheeky stops along the way.

HaastOur first piece of NZ eye-candy comes in the form of Haast Pass, beautified by ancient rainforests, small glaciers and waterfalls. Note how the scenery changes as we roll towards Queenstown through the Southern Alps and region of Otago.

WanakaIntermitting our scenic drive we’ll stop for lunch in Wanaka, a pretty ski resort town situated on a lake front and dwarfed by mountains. This town is fast becoming one of NZ’s most popular spots, and a trip to the ‘Dough Bin’ for a luscious pie should be high on the list today.QueenstownWelcome to the adventure capital of the world – Queenstown. We’ll hit the ground running because tonight you can choose to jump on a gondola and to wine & dine atop of the highest restaurant in Queenstown, Skyline. What a way to start our time here!Rest up tonight – the next few days are going to be BIG.

Jucy Snooze (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Stop at the lake side town of WanakaStop in the beautiful lake side town of WanakaSkyline Restaurant DinnerWith a cable car ride up to the Skyline restaurant, you can take in the stunning views of Queenstown & the surrounding mountains. Then, enjoy panoramas & the night lights of the town below as you feast on a large buffet meal & enjoy some live entertainment. All prices are in local currency. www.skyline.co.nz
Additional costs apply

Day 16: Queenstown

Queenstown
Today is yours to get acquainted with Queenstown and spend some time mulling over the activities up for grabs in the next two days. First stop is the legendary Kawarau Bungy Bridge, get your morning adrenaline hit with a heart pounding jump at the world home of the bungy. We then take take it down a few notches and soak in the veiws and the tastes of the region where we visit the Gibbston Valley, world famous for its Sav Blanc wineLater, take a stroll around beautiful Queenstown, nestled in the Southern Alps this stunning town has plenty to offer other than adventure activities.

Jucy Snooze (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

AJ Hackett Kawarau BridgeGet your adrenaline pumping on the World’s first, and some would say most famous, Bungy JumpVisit a vineyard in Gibbston ValleyVisit a wine vineyard in the famed Gibbston Valley and try some of the local specialties.Canyon SwingExperience the rush of a free fall as you jump from 109 metres (360 feet) up above the Shotover River. Then break into a cable-controlled swing in an exhilarating finish to this adrenaline-pumping activity. All prices are in local currency. www.canyonswing.co.nz 
Additional costs apply

Kawarau Bridge BungyTake the plunge on the world’s OG bungy at Kawarau Bridge, Queenstown. All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Ice Bar ExperienceTake a virtual trip to the Arctic at Ice Bar, Queenstown. The entire bar is crafted purely of crystal-clear ice, we mean everything! From the walls, furniture & statues, to the bar & even the glasses! Don your included jackets, gloves & cosy warm footwear to keep you snug, then hit the bar for some cocktails as you take in the scene. All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Adventurer Canyoning (Available Oct – Apr Departures Only)The Adventurer has a little bit of everything in an action packed 4 hour (approx) round trip. Walk in through an ancient beech forest that hides the high-walled canyon. Once in, you’ll descend the canyon by zipline, abseiling/rappelling waterfalls, plunging into natural pools, floating down narrow passageways & cascading down chutes, all in beautiful natural surroundings. All prices are in local currency. www.canyoning.co.nz
Additional costs apply

Explore Queenstown on Two WheelsA local guide will show us some hidden secrets, unveiling lots of Queenstown’s history as we go. Truly beautiful scenery incoming!
Additional costs apply

Day 17: Queenstown

Queenstown
It’s times like this that you really start to work out what sort of traveller you are. And human for that matter. You might be the one trailing through wine country and exploring wine cellars and caves, or you may be that guy that crams in a bungy jump, a skydive and a heliraft & still craves more. It’s your holiday – run wild as you see fit.

Jucy Snooze (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

The Ledge BungyBungy jump from the Ledge at the Skyline restaurant on Bobs Peak & experience the thrill. After free falling 47 metres, you can take in the views some 400m above town. All prices are in local currency. www.bungy.co.nz
Additional costs apply

Bungy ThrillogyThis is one for the adrenaline-junkies among you or those who just want to face their fears. Conquer the AJ Hackett Bungy challenge & jump off the Kawarau Bridge, the Ledge & Nevis. www.bungy.co.nz All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

The Ledge SwingSwing from the Ledge at the Skyline Restaurant on Bobs Peak & experience the thrill. Hanging 47 metres up, you’ll get amazing views some 400 metres above town. All prices are in local currency. www.bungy.co.nz
Additional costs apply

Vineyard TourA classic and fun half day wine tour visiting some of Central Otago’s finest and off the beaten track cellar doors, including a visit to New Zealand’s famous Gibbston Valley underground wine cave. All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Ziptrek ZiplineZiptek is a must-do, multi award-winning adventure ecotourism business renowned for delivering awareness & appreciation of the natural environment along with a good dose of ziplining adventure. All prices are in local currency. www.ziptrek.com
Additional costs apply

Shotover JetThe world-famous Queenstown jet boat ride, Shotover Jet is the ultimate in water sports excitement, and has been thrilling millions of people since hitting the crystal clear waters of New Zealand in 1965. So hold on tight and take a spin in the iconic Big Red. Marvel as the jaw-dropping scenery passes you by while you power your way through the narrow Shotover River Canyons. All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Day 18: Queenstown

Queenstown
With our last day in adrenalin city edging closer, this is the time to push yourself to the limits and jump over any mental barriers you’ve put up around yourself. Embrace the spirit of adventure and conquer those niggling fears once and for all. For those who did their dash yesterday, a day staying mellow and enjoying this beautiful region will prove more than sufficient.

Jucy Snooze (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Dinner

FunyaksIn this full-day excursion, venture into the beautiful, untouched world known as ‘Paradise’ & made famous in the Lord of the Rings trilogy. Speed in with a jet boat ride & cruise out at your own pace in a canoe. Average standard of fitness required. All prices are in local currency. www.dartriver.co.nz
Additional costs apply

The Nevis BungyTurn up the action levels with & bungy jump 134 metres (440 feet) from a platform suspended across a river at Nevis Bluff. This is a truly spine-tingling experience. All prices are in local currency. www.bungy.co.nz
Additional costs apply

The Nevis SwingNot for the faint-hearted, you’ll be blown away by this adrenaline-pumping & high velocity giant swing. At 125 metres up, speed past rock faces on this thrilling ride before swinging out into the Doolan’s Creek valley for amazing views. All prices are in local currency. www.bungy.co.nz
Additional costs apply

Nevis CatapultGet ready for an insane ride on the biggest and most extreme catapult in the world! You’ll be propelled 150m up and out across the Nev

Destination:

New Zealand > New Zealand > This is the big one. Kicking off in Auckland, you’ll bungee and skydive in Queenstown, feast on a ground-smoked Māori ‘hangi’ in Rotorua, stroll wine trails, hike active volcanoes and experience the otherworldly beauty of Milford Sound in an unforgettable 21 day adventure. Drastic in beauty but humble in charm, New Zealand is here to steal your heart away. Get ready for the ultimate adrenaline rush.

More Details:

You’ll find all details and the latest updates on the details & booking page

(Partially) travel with a nice group or entirely travel solo?

By booking an organized New Zealand tour for young adults or other New Zealand trips for young people you can not only reduce planning hassle, but often also save money, as tour operators can buy accommodations, transportation, etc. in larger contingents in advance and thus get special conditions. You will also benefit from the experience of the tour operator, professional tour guides (whose stories you can enjoy…) and have the easy opportunity to meet nice fellow travelers when traveling in a group. Anyone who has traveled before will know that travel companions or other traveling acquaintances are one of the most essential factors for unforgettable experiences. In addition, you usually have enough individual freedom even with organized tours and you can, if the arrival and departure is not included, additionally extend your stay individually before or after the group tour with young adults. If you still prefer to organize your trip completely on your own and travel independently, then you’ll find all the practical tools you need to plan and book quickly & cheaply on our individual travel page.