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Tour charges are in AUD. Secure your tour date with a deposit today! Booking and Transaction Fees apply. Find out more here.
21-DAY / 20-NIGHT GROUP TOUR |
NEW ZEALAND HIGHLIGHTS3 WEEK GROUP TOUR | AUCKLAND TO QUEENSTOWN |
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| $4499 | £2199 | £2599 | |
Tour charges are in AUD. Secure your tour date with a deposit today! Booking and Transaction Fees apply. Find out more here.
Experience the very best of New Zealand with our ULTIMATE Highlights tour. This fast-paced adventure takes you from Auckland to Queenstown, with stops at iconic locations like Hobbiton, Rotorua, Wellington, Mount Cook, and and Queenstown. Sail through the 8th wonder of the world, visit the Lord of The Rings movie set, experience a geothermal wonderland, explore Maori village and much more! This guided group tour includes ALL your travel, accommodation, a fun and experienced ULTIMATE guide and loads of exciting activities.
Fast Pace 3 week adventure with 8 itinerary stops
Flashpacker. 4-12 Bed Dorms. Upgrades available.
Guided trip from Auckland to Queenstown
Day trip to 8th wonder of the world.
Traditional Māori village visit and dinner
Scania coaches. WiFI. Reclining Seats.
Experience the very best of New Zealand with our ULTIMATE Highlights Group tour. From Auckland to Queenstown, This fast-paced adventure will lead you to an unforgettable and unique journey, stopping at top destinations like Hobbiton, Rotorua, Wellington, Mount Cook and Cairns. Sail through the 8th wonder of the world, visit the Hobbiton movie set, experience a geothermal wonderland, immerse yourself with a Māori village experience, and much more! .
Traditional Māori village visit and dinner
Scania coaches. WiFI. Reclining Seats.
Fast Pace 3 week adventure with 8 itinerary stops
Flashpacker. 4-12 Bed Dorms. Upgrades available.
Guided trip from Auckland to Queenstown
Day trip to 8th wonder of the world.
20 nights accommodation Flashpacker hostels in 4-10 bed mixed dorms Hobbiton Visit the iconic Hobbiton movie set and experience the iconic Lord of the Rings franchise Ferry Transport Ferry ticket between North and South Island included Fully Guided Fully trained ULTIMATE Group Leader will be with you every step of the way!
| Hot Water Beach Experience Cathedral Cove and unique geothermal hot springs Te Pā Tū Village Experience Learn about Maori history and culture while enjoying a traditional feast and accommodation for the night Milford Sound Tour Day trip to the undisputed 8th natural wonder of the world Mount Cook Day Trip Visit NZ's tallest Mountain anf stargaze in Lake Tekapo
| Whale Watching Cruise Tick whale watching off your bucket list in Kaikoura Geothermal Spa Experience Free entry to the Hell's Gate Spa Māori Sunset Cruise Discover traditional Māori Carvings on a sunset Catamaran cruise Optional Extras Opportunities to book optional adrenaline activities |
Please note most meals are NOT included in this package.
Arriving into NZ:
We recommend flying into Auckland International Airport as this is where the tour departs. You can arrive on the day of or the day before. You can book pre-tour nights at our Auckland accommodation through ULTIMATE.
Tour Start Time:
Your tour starts at 6pm in Day 1 with a welcome evening to meet your ULTIMATE Group Leader and new travel mates!
Before the Tour:
Before the tour, make sure you have the necessary travel insurance to travel to New Zealand. You will need a tourism visa or Working Holiday Visa in New Zealand will need to have this organised before you arrive. Luckily, many nationalities are able to visit New Zealand for less than 3 months without a visa. However, if you are not from one of these countries, obtaining your own visa is your own responsibility. You will also need fully comprehensive travel insurance.
Room + Tour Upgrades
You will be accommodated in mixed dorm rooms throughout your stay however you can opt to upgrade to private/double rooms at an extra cost
The short answer is YES!!! If you are between 18-35, a global backpacker from anywhere and everywhere or simply someone ready to experience the beauty and adventure-filled paradise of New Zealand then this is the ideal trip for you!
This New Zealand group tour is designed for solo travellers and all backpackers aged 18-35 years old. This group tour is designed to enjoy the beauty of New Zealand, meeting tonnes of amazing people and participating in unique and adrenaline pumping activities you'll never forget!
TRANSPORT
We travel from Auckland to Queenstown via coaches, public transport and a ferry.
ULTIMATE GROUP LEADER
Your Ultimate East Coast Group Leader will be travelling with you from start to finish and will showcase the very best of NZ
To book this New Zealand tour, select your chosen departure date.
Once you are booked, we will send you a booking confirmation as well as important information about your tour.
If you have a travel date in mind but you're not ready to pay in full, you can secure your spot with a $300 deposit.
TOUR INFORMATION
Tour starts at with a welcome evening in Auckland.
Tour ends in Queenstown, transport back to Auckland can be organised at an extra cost.
EXTRAS
You can pre-book optional activities at time of booking or when you arrive in NZ!
We recommend a budget of $100 NZD per day for extra meals/additional activities.
Arriving into NZ:
We recommend flying into Auckland International Airport as this is where the tour departs. You can arrive on the day of or the day before. You can book pre-tour nights at our Auckland accommodation through ULTIMATE.
Tour Start Time:
Your tour starts at 6pm in Day 1 with a welcome evening to meet your ULTIMATE Group Leader and new travel mates!
Before the Tour:
Before the tour, make sure you have the necessary travel insurance to travel to New Zealand. You will need a tourism visa or Working Holiday Visa in New Zealand will need to have this organised before you arrive. Luckily, many nationalities are able to visit New Zealand for less than 3 months without a visa. However, if you are not from one of these countries, obtaining your own visa is your own responsibility. You will also need fully comprehensive travel insurance.
Room + Tour Upgrades
You will be accommodated in mixed dorm rooms throughout your stay however you can opt to upgrade to private/double rooms at an extra cost
The short answer is YES!!! If you are between 18-35, a global backpacker from anywhere and everywhere or simply someone ready to experience the beauty and adventure-filled paradise of New Zealand then this is the ideal trip for you!
This New Zealand group tour is designed for solo travellers and all backpackers aged 18-35 years old. This group tour is designed to enjoy the beauty of New Zealand, meeting tonnes of amazing people and participating in unique and adrenaline pumping activities you'll never forget!
TRANSPORT
We travel from Auckland to Queenstown via coaches, public transport and a ferry.
ULTIMATE GROUP LEADER
Your Ultimate East Coast Group Leader will be travelling with you from start to finish and will showcase the very best of NZ
To book this New Zealand tour, select your chosen departure date.
Once you are booked, we will send you a booking confirmation as well as important information about your tour.
If you have a travel date in mind but you're not ready to pay in full, you can secure your spot with a $300 deposit.
TOUR INFORMATION
Tour starts at with a welcome evening in Auckland.
Tour ends back in Queenstown, transport back to Auckland can be organised at an extra cost.
EXTRAS
You can pre-book optional activities at time of booking or when you arrive in NZ!
The New Zealand Highlights Tour includes 20 nights accommodation in flashpacker dorm room accommodation. We partner with well reviewed properties in the areas we visit! You can be assured that after a adventurous day exploring, a comfortable bed is waiting. Your accommodation features
The 21 Day New Zealand Highlights Group tour starts in Auckland and ends in Queenstown.
You’ll be travelling with a group of 18-35 year olds from all over the world, this is a fully guided tour!
You’ll be staying in mixed dorm rooms throughout your New Zealand Group tour in 4-6 bed accommodation.
Sure! We recommend searching and comparing flight prices using Skyscanner.com – get a flight quote.
Find the best insurance policy for your Ultimate adventure with the help of our recommended travel insurance provider.
The currency in New Zealand is the New Zealand Dollar. Everywhere you will be staying accepts card so you don't necessarily need to withdraw any cash.
$1 NZD is roughly £0.45 GBP, €0.52 EUR or $0.92 AUD.
Mostly, no. However some hostels and activities have meals included. Generally we recommend around $100 NZD per day for food, drink and activities.
Most nations do not require ano officak visa to enter New Zealand, however some do. If you are from the UK or most other European countries you require an NZETA which is a Visa Waiver Visitor Visa. This needs be applied for and granted before arrival and costs around $50NZD to complete. This grants unlimited access to NZ for 3-6 months but has no working rights.
For information, or to apply visit here
Make sure to include any dietaries when you book. Vegetarian, vegan and GF options are available for the breakfasts and meals included
YES! You can pre-book a few of the adrenaline pumping activities at the time of booking. If not, no stress! You can book these on Day 1 of your New Zealand Highlights Tour through your ULTIMATE Group Leader.
Our New Zealand Highlights tour is fast paced and energetic. There is a key activity included at every stop and your Group Leader will be sure to tell you when you have free time throughout the itinerary. But yes, you'll have time to zen too!
The legal drinking age in NZ is 18 years old. You will need ID to be served and please be aware most placed do not accept international driving licenses therefore you will need your passport.
More the merrier! Book together and our supplier will do their best to put you together or book seperately and make sure you tell us beforehand!
Anywhere between 10-24 backpackers exploring the world just like you!
Yes. It is mandatory that you travel with a comprehensive travel insurance policy to cover the likes of cancellation, personal injury and medical expenses. By joining us on tour, you acknowledge that you have obtained a policy and are covered. You are responsible for reading and understanding the details of the policy that you are taking out. You should book your travel insurance at the time of booking your trip.
To book our New Zealand Highlights tour, select your chosen departure date, enter your details and we’ll send you a booking confirmation as well as useful information about your tour and where you can meet others booked onto your start date! Got a travel date in mind but not ready to pay in full? Choose to pay a non-refundable $300AUD deposit to secure a spot on your chosen departure date. Need someone to talk through your travel plans with? Get in touch!
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