Explorer Tours from Christchurch to Auckland
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10 best Explorer tours from Christchurch to Auckland
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- New Zealand Amplified (Northbound)
- New Zealand Uncovered (Northbound)
- New Zealand: Northern Choice (Northbound, 12 Days)
- New Zealand Uncovered in reverse
- Amplified NZ Tour in reverse
- Spirit of New Zealand (Base, 2024/2025, 21 Days)
- Totally New Zealand From Christchurch - 14 days
- New Zealand Magic (Base, 2025/2026, Best Buys, 17 Days)
- Northbound Christchurch to Auckland 17 Day Self-Drive Tour
- The Long White Cloud (Small Groups, 19 Days)
- Explore Christchurch's innovative architecture
- Stargaze in Lake Tekapo's Dark Sky Reserve
- Experience Queenstown's thrilling adventures
Duration 19 days Destinations Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Queenstown, Wanaka, Franz Josef, Hokitika, Greymouth, Kaikoura, Wellington, TaupoSee all destinations Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel From $3,355
15% Off- US$2,852You save $503
- Explore Christchurch's innovative rebuild
- Admire Lake Tekapo's stunning colors
- Jump off Kawarau Gorge's bridge
Duration 20 days Destinations Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Ohau, Queenstown, Wanaka, Franz Josef, Hokitika, Greymouth, Kaikoura, MarlboroughSee all destinations Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel From $6,845
10% Off- US$6,161You save $684
- Explore Kaikōura's wildlife with a biologist
- Whale watching and kayaking in Kaikōura
- Discover Wellington's history and cafes
Duration 12 days Destinations Christchurch, Kaikoura, Wellington, Ohakune, Taupo, Rotorua, Whangarei, Paihia, Bay of Islands, Auckland Age Range up to 35 year olds Operated in English Operator Contiki From $2,375
20% Off- US$1,892You save $483
- See Queenstown’s Iconic Scenery by Boat & Bike
- Carve Your Own Greenstone - a Māori Pounamu Pendant
- See NZs epic scenery from above by skydiving (optional)
Duration 20 days Destinations Christchurch, Ohau, Queenstown, Wanaka, Franz Josef, Kaikoura, Wellington, Tongariro National Park, Taupo, RotoruaSee all destinations Age Range 30 to 70 year olds Operated in English Operator Haka Tours From
20% Off- US$5,593
Amplified NZ Tour in reverse
81 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Had an awesome time, met some lovely people and did heaps of cool stuff. An unforgettable adventure.”
Johanna, traveled in August 2018
- Enjoy views over the Alps from Mt John
- Discover day and night in Queenstown
- Sail beneath thundering waterfalls
Duration 16 days Destinations Christchurch, Queenstown, Wanaka, Franz Josef, Wellington, Murupara, Rotorua, Coromandel, Auckland Age Range 18 to 49 year olds Operated in English Operator Haka Tours From
20% Off- US$2,767
- Explore Christchurch and meet locals
- Stargaze at Lake Tekapo's Dark Sky Reserve
- Tour Dunedin's historic Speight’s Brewery
Duration 21 days Destinations Christchurch, Omarama, Dunedin, Invercargill, Stewart Island, Queenstown, Franz Josef, Punakaiki, Nelson, WellingtonSee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator AAT Kings From $8,010
10% Off- US$7,209You save $801
- Lake Tekapo - Relax beside the stunning turquoise waters of the lake, see the Church of the Good Shepherd and stargaze at the world's largest Dark Sky Reserve
- Te Anau - Enjoy an included wine tasting and lunch en route to the South Island's largest lake, with free time to explore
- Milford Sound - Board an included cruise to take in some of New Zealand's finest scenery, with lunch onboard and the chance to spot wildlife
Duration 14 days Destinations Christchurch, Geraldine, Lake Tekapo, Te Anau, Milford Sound, Queenstown, Wanaka, Franz Josef, Auckland, Mount MaunganuiSee all destinations Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator On The Go Tours From
10% Off- US$6,505
- Ride the TranzAlpine train through stunning landscapes
- Cruise the majestic Milford Sound
- Explore the vibrant streets of Queenstown
Duration 17 days Destinations Christchurch, Franz Josef, Queenstown, Te Anau, Dunedin, Omarama, Picton, Wellington, Rotorua, AucklandSee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator AAT Kings From $6,795
15% Off- US$5,776You save $1,019
- Drive at your own pace in your own rental car
- Journey over mountain vistas on the iconic TranzAlpine
- Relax on a scenic cruise of tranquil Milford Sound
Duration 17 days Destinations Christchurch, Greymouth, Franz Josef, Wanaka, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park, Kaikoura, Blenheim, PictonSee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Discover New Zealand From
15% Off- US$3,307
- Ride the TranzAlpine train through the Alps
- Walk Franz Josef Glacier with a local expert
- Cruise Haast River in a jet boat
Duration 19 days Destinations Christchurch, Hokitika, Franz Josef, Arrowtown, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Dunedin, Kaikoura, Picton, WellingtonSee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Luxury Gold From
15% Off- US$13,610
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