Walking in New Zealand

New Zealand

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Tour length 19 days

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About this tour

Explore the breathtaking great outdoors of the Land of the Long White Cloud on this walking holiday in New Zealand. Traverse the North and South Islands as we take on leisurely routes in world-famous national parks and soak in scenery from tumbling waterfalls to snow-capped mountain ranges. Along the way, get a step closer to Maori culture and discover New Zealand's cosmopolitan cities and its ancient and more recent history. Milford Sound - Experience the peace of the tranquil fjord with a boat trip beneath the towering mountains. Mount Cook National Park - Take on trails in the stunning national park and soak in the awe-inspiring scenery of rugged mountains and icy glacial lakes. Abel Tasman National Park - Witness the breathtaking beauty of Abel Tasman as you walk the coast track via golden beaches and peaceful bays.
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General information

Tour ID 49808
Tour length 19 days
Language English
Group size 16
Age range 16 - 85

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Starting point

Copthorne Hotel, 150 Anzac Ave, Auckland, Auckland Region 1010, New Zealand
Hotel Reception
17:00 - 18:00

End point

Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, Canterbury Region, New Zealand
Departures Hall
13:00 - 13:00

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Day 1: Join trip in Auckland
Day 2: Travel south through the Waikato region to volcanic Rotorua
Day 3: Visit Waimangu Valley Geothermal Park and lake walk
Day 4: Explore the Tongariro National Park on foot, including a section of the iconic Tongariro Crossing
Day 5: Explore Wellington
Day 6: Cross the Cook Strait and Marlborough Sound to the South Island
Day 7: Visit Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary. Walk along Queen Charlotte Track
Day 8: Explore Abel Tasman National Park by boat and on foot
Day 9: Fossils, fur seals and Pororari River Track
Day 10: Walk in glacial valley
Day 11: Experience Gondwanaland. Drive to Wanaka
Day 12: Free day to explore Wanaka
Day 13: Discover Arrowtown Chinese Settlement. Explore Queenstown
Day 14: Walk part of the Kepler Track
Day 15: Boat cruise on Milford Sound
Day 16: Scenic drive to Twizel through the Lindis Pass. Free afternoon
Day 17: Walking in the shadow of Mount Cook
Day 18: Drive to Christchurch via Lake Tekapo
Day 19: Trip ends in Christchurch

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