19 Day Ruru Auckland to Christchurch Tour
- 19 days (approx.)
- Offered in: English
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Overview
- Includes 23 nights’ accommodation
- Choose from a range of free and optional activities
- An easy way to get to remote parts of New Zealand
- Ideal for travelers who enjoy supported independent travel
What's Included
- Lunch
- Fun and knowledgeable Stray Guide
- Access to 'off the beaten track' destinations and national parks
- Transport on modern, comfortable air-conditioned coaches
- Day Trip to the Milford Sound
- 19 Nights of Accommodation
- 4WD Eco Safari in Blue Duck Station
- Bluebridge Ferry between North and South Island
- Cultural Experience at Lake Aniwhenua
- Breakfast (17)Breakfast
- Dinner (5)Dinner
- Optional Activities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Oaks Auckland Hotel40 Beach Road, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
Arrive at Oaks Auckland Hotel, Auckland CBD at any time on DAY 1. Check in at the hotel is from 3pm. The group dinner is at 6pm.
End point
- Scenic Hotel Cotswold88/96 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch 8014, New Zealand
Operating hours.6:00 pm
Itinerary
Arrival Day Auckland
1 Stop
Auckland
1 day • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodation: Oaks Auckland Hotel
Meals: Not included
Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo Caves
1 Stop
Waitomo Glowworm Caves
1 day • Admission Ticket Not Included
Accommodation: Distinction Rotorua or similar
Meals: Not included
Rotorua
1 Stop
Rotorua
1 day • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodation: Distinction Rotorua or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Rotorua to Lake Aniwhenua
1 Stop
Kohutapu Lodge & Tribal Tours
1 day • Admission Ticket Included
Accommodation: Kohutapu Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Lake Aniwhenua to Blue Duck Station
1 Stop
Blue Duck Station
1 day • Admission Ticket Included
Accommodation: Blue Duck Station Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Blue Duck Station
1 Stop
Blue Duck Station
1 day • Admission Ticket Included
Accommodation: Blue Duck Station
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Blue Duck Station to Tongariro National Park
1 Stop
Tongariro Alpine Crossing
1 day • Admission Ticket Included
Accommodation: The Park Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Tongariro National Park to Wellington
1 Stop
Wellington
1 day • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodation: Ibis Wellington or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Wellington to Marahau (Abel Tasman)
1 Stop
Abel Tasman National Park
1 day • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodation: The Barn
Meals: Breakfast
Marahau (Abel Tasman) FREE DAY
1 Stop
Marahau
1 day • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodation: The Barn or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Marahau (Abel Tasman) to Hokitika
1 Stop
Marahau
1 day • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodation: Hokitika Beachfront Hotel or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Hokitika to Franz Josef Glacier
1 Stop
Franz Josef
1 day • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodation: Franz Josef Motel or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Franz Josef Glacier to Queenstown
1 Stop
Queenstown
1 day • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodation: Mercure Queenstown or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Queenstown FREE DAY
1 Stop
Queenstown
1 day • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodation: Mercure Queenstown or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Queenstown to Te Anau
1 Stop
Queenstown
1 day • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodation: Te Anau Distinction Luxmore Hotel or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day Trip to Milford Sound
1 Stop
Mt. Cook Village
1 day • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodation: Te Anau Distinction Luxmore Hotel or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Te Anau to Aoraki Mount Cook
1 Stop
Mt. Cook Village
1 day • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodation: Mount Cook Alpine Lodge or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Aoraki Mount Cook to Christchurch
1 Stop
Christchurch
1 day • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodation: Scenic Cotswold or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Depart Christchurch
1 Stop
Christchurch
1 day • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodation: Not included
Meals: Breakfast
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Insurance cover is not included in the price of a pass. We strongly recommend that you take insurance to cover you for cancellation, medical expenses, personal accident, personal baggage and public liability.
- Luggage is limited to one bag or suitcase per person (maximum weight of 15kgs), plus one day pack to carry onboard with your valuables. The carriage of any excess of oversized luggage is at Stray's discretion and must be approved prior to travel.
- This pass is subject to the Operators standard terms and conditions
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Cancellation Policy
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