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New Zealand: Northern Choice (Southbound, 13 Days)

13 days
From Auckland to Christchurch
4.8
15 traveler reviews
New Zealand: Northern Choice (Southbound, 13 Days) - Contiki

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Tour Operator:
Contiki
Max group size:
45
Age range:
18 to 35
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
283346
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Highlights

  • Cross Auckland's Harbour Bridge
  • Explore Waitangi Treaty grounds
  • Enjoy a Māori dinner and HAKA
  • Soar on Rotorua's zipline adventure
  • Watch whales in scenic Kaikoura

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Auckland to Paihia via Whangarei
  2. Day 2 Paihia
  3. Day 3 Paihia to Auckland
  4. Day 4 Auckland to Rotorua
  5. Day 5 Rotorua
  6. Day 6 Rotorua to Lake Taupō via Huka Falls
  7. Day 7 Lake Taupō to Ruapehu
  8. Day 8 Mount Ruapehu to Wellington
  9. Day 9 Wellington
  10. Day 10 Wellington to Kaikoura via Picton
  11. Day 11 Paihia
  12. Day 12 Kaikoura
  13. Day 13 Kaikoura to Christchurch
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What's Included

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  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Operated by

Contiki

Number of tours

584

Age Range

18 to 35 years old

Response time

8 hours

Response rate

92%

Contiki has been running tours for over 50 years, all exclusively for travellers aged 18-35 years old. Their mission is to bring young travellers together to see the world, focusing on unforgettable experiences and lifelong memories. Contiki believes in real travel experiences, and they care...

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.5
  • 4.7
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  • RC
    · November 16th, 2023
    What an amazing way to experience the North Island. Pretty much every day was a worthwhile experience whether or not you book optionals, and everything was extremely well organized. The staff went above and beyond to make this journey unforgettable in the best way possible.
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    Contiki commented on this review
    Thank you for taking the time to share your review with us. Your feedback is highly appreciated, and we are delighted to hear that you had an enjoyable experience with Contiki. Our crew is committed to delivering excellent service and professionalism to... Show more
    Trip date: November 2023
  • RQ
    · March 17th, 2023
    The best tour, so much i have seen and the tour guides where te best!
    Contiki commented on this review
    We appreciate your amazing review and thank you for taking the time to share your adventure with us. It's great to read that our On Road team shared their passion for travel with you, as it is an essential part of making it a memorable trip. We look... Show more
    Trip date: March 2023
  • New Zealand: Northern Choice (Southbound, 13 Days) reviewer 3
    · January 30th, 2023
    Amazing trip! Exceeded my expectations. Met some great people and had really kind and fun Contiki guides as well! Would highly recommend to anyone ages 18-30!
    Contiki commented on this review
    Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us. We are thrilled to hear that our Trip Manager made such a positive impression and that you had an incredible journey. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to have the pleasure of exploring... Show more
    Trip date: January 2023
  • NT
    · January 27th, 2023
    A fantastic trip, I had a great time!
    Contiki commented on this review
    Thank you for your great review. It's wonderful that our local team did such a fantastic job showcasing this adventures itinerary and exceeded all your expectations, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.
    Trip date: January 2023
  • VS
    · March 3rd, 2017
    Susie is amazing! So helpful and sweet! She'll make sure you have the trip of a lifetime!! She knows all the great places to go and definitely goes out if her way to make you have a great time!!! She makes everyone feel welcome and loved! Love you Susie!
    Trip date: February 2017
  • S
    · March 1st, 2017
    I went over to New Zealand by myself and Susie made me feel so welcome and showed me a great time with so much adventure and thrill seeking!
    Trip date: January 2017
  • K
    · March 1st, 2017
    My recent New Zealand trip was better than i expected! Susie was an amazing tour guide. She had great local knowledge, made everyone feel welcome and she was so much fun! The weather was beautiful, the people were really nice, the tour guide was fantastic, the food was great and the scenery was amazing.
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    Trip date: January 2017
  • V
    · January 1st, 2015
    Isobel was inspiring! She had the most energy I have encountered in a person and was always so understanding when you came to her. She was a jeep of fun and extremely knowledgeable and knee the locals well. It was obvious she had created and sustained a wonderful rapport with them, and it aided our trips fun! She is great.
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    Trip date: December 2014
  • M
    · December 27th, 2014
    Izzy was exceeded all my expectations and I had an amazing first contiki because of her. She is an amazing, outgoing person but was very organized and ensured we got the most out of our trip. Izzy made the trip worth while and encouraged us to make the most of our experiences. -mn
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    Trip date: January 2014
  • TT
    · December 27th, 2014
    Fantastic holiday! Isobel was a great tour guide. Her knowledge and experience enhanced our tour. She was also easy to talk to and helped everyone on the bus by taking the time to get to know all of us.
    Trip date: December 2014

Dates & Availability

13 days
New Zealand: Northern Choice (Southbound, 13 Days)
From Auckland to Christchurch

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