Get Social: New Zealand 2025-26

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TRIP VIBE = fast-paced fun with tons of socialising, bucket-list sights and good times all round. Home of Lord of the Rings, E-X-T-R-E-M-E sports and haka – there’s no doubt this little country has a BIG reputation for being jam-packed with pure awesomeness. Don’t waste time choosing between North and South, adventure or chill, culture or landscapes – bungy...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • -Orientation tour of Rotorua with Trip Leader
    • -Orientation tour, marae visit, workshops and hangi dinner at Kohutapu Lodge
    • -Visit Huka Falls
    • -Orientation tour of Taupo with Trip Leader
    • -Orientation walk of Wellington with Trip Leader
    • -Cook Strait ferry crossing
    • -Orientation walk of Christchurch with Trip Leader
    • -Visit Lake Matheson
    • -Stay in the scenic Franz Josef Glacier region
    • -Visit Wanaka

What's this trip about?

    TRIP VIBE = fast-paced fun with tons of socialising, bucket-list sights and good times all round. Home of Lord of the Rings, E-X-T-R-E-M-E sports and haka – there’s no doubt this little country has a BIG reputation for being jam-packed with pure awesomeness. Don’t waste time choosing between North and South, adventure or chill, culture or landscapes – bungy out of boring and dive headfirst into the best 17 days of your life. We’re waiting.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeGroup - max of 48 people
Age range18 to 35 years
Flights and transport
Start CityAuckland
End CityChristchurch

Travel Themes

  • Cultural

Destinations

Attractions

  • Bar
  • Christchurch
  • Queenstown
  • Rotorua
  • Wellington

Activities

  • Culture

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 48

Trip includes

    • Coach

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Auckland (North Island, New Zealand) – Waitomo – Rotorua

You’ve got your home life, and home friends... and home routine. But this is your chance to leave it all behind. Ready? Meet us in Auckland and say kia ora to your fellow Topdeckers. First stop on our Kiwi adventure: Waitomo Caves. A glowworm-studded labyrinth ...

Day 2: Rotorua – Kohutapu

To say Rotorua has it ‘going on’ would be the understatement of the century. We’re talking: adrenalin-pumping activities, geothermal spas and nerd-central movie sets. And you’ve got all day to embrace it – hell yeah! For the LOTR fans (or closet fans), take a w...

Day 3: Rotorua – Huka Falls – Taupo

Bye bye Rotorua – today we’re leaving the city behind and heading for some of Mother Nature’s best bits. First: we’ll make a stop at roaring Huka Falls and play spot-the-extreme-kayaker as they tackle the immense 11-metre plunge down the canyon falls. Then: we’...

Day 4: Taupo

Dramatic volcanic peaks dominating the horizon. Rugged terrain that looks like you landed on Mars. And intense turquoise lakes gathered in steep valleys. The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is one of the best one-day hikes in the world – and it 100% deserves the rep....

Day 5: Taupo – Wellington

Next up: Wellington. Get your bearings around the capital on an orientation tour before we head to Mt Victoria for 360-degree views over the harbour. Then: the rest is up to you. Grab lunch along Cuba Street. Soak up the rays at Scorching Bay. Treat yourself to...

Day 6: Wellington

What’s that? A free day to do whatever floats your boat? Yes please. Get your Middle Earth fix at the Weta Workshop. Head to the Te Papa Museum for a dose of NZ history. Or jump on the Wellington Cable Car for all the vintage vibes. Tonight: gather the crew, gr...

Day 7: Wellington – Abel Tasman (South Island)

Wave goodbye to the North Island – we’re heading across the Cook Strait into the gobsmackingly beautiful Marlborough Sounds. Sounds familiar? Chances are you’ve picked up a bottle (or two) of Savvie B from this region. Then: onwards to Abel Tasman! Home of some of New Zealand’s most pristine beaches. Get in.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 8: Abel Tasman

Free day = your chance to do your own spontaneous this-is-what-I-came-here-for thing. Ever heard of the Abel Tasman National Park? Think: golden sandy beaches. Picturesque turquoise bays. Lush native forests. And cute locals (of the wildlife kind). Hire a kayak...

Day 9: Abel Tasman – Kaikoura

From one stunning coastline to another – we’re making tracks to the East Coast today. Spot the wild fur seals getting their tan on as we roll into B-E-A-Utiful Kaikoura. Options here = soak up the laid back atmosphere in town, take a hike around the peninsula f...

Day 10: Kaikoura – Christchurch

Next stop: the South Island's largest city. After having most of the CBD demolished by a devastating earthquake in 2011, Christchurch has rebuilt itself into a VIBING hub of quirky bars, restaurants and cafes. After getting the run-about-town with our Trip Lead...

Day 11: Christchurch – Hokitika – Franz Josef Glacier Region

One minute you’re sipping lattes in the city, next minute you’re off to one of New Zealand’s most famous glaciers. En-route, we’ll make a photo stop in historic Hokitika. Head to the beach and find the quirky sculpture made by the locals. Gift a pounamu (greens...

Day 12: Franz Josef Glacier Region

Rise and shine! If the weather is good, you’ll have the chance to explore this chilly playground on an optional heli-hike. Strap on your crampons and pile into the chopper – we’ll head up to 800m above sea level to explore the maze of ice formations with an exp...

Day 13: Franz Josef Glacier Region – Wanaka – Queenstown

This morning, we’ll make tracks to Wanaka: a lakeside, alpine town with some ‘holy-sh*t’-worthy scenery. It’ll then be time to turn our attention to the adventure capital of the world: Queenstown. Get the lay of the land with your Trip Leader, then spend the re...

Day 14: Queenstown

If Queenstown had a Tinder profile it would read: fun-filled outdoor enthusiast – looking for a fellow adrenalin junkie to share adventures with. And all its pics would be of people throwing themselves off extreme heights. Swiping right? Hell yes! Skydiving. Bu...

Day 15: Queenstown

Today = options. Didn’t tick everything off? We’ve got your back – here’s another free day we prepared earlier. Head into Mount Aspiring National Park on a Wilderness Jet adventure. Jump in a funyak down the Dart River (like a kayak, but better). Or conquer the...

Day 16: Queenstown – Lake Tekapo

Fuel up with an included brekkie 'cos we're heading to Lake Tekapo. Press your nose to the coach window and soak up all the stunning views racing past. Nestled between towering mountains, it’s the perfect place to spend the last night of our Kiwi encounter. Add...

Day 17: Lake Tekapo – Christchurch

Ok, nobody panic – the adventure is coming to a close. But we’re sure as hell not done yet! Squeeze in one last pano at Lake Tekapo before we make tracks for Christchurch. 17 days. 2 islands. 1 country. Countless thrills, spills and good times. One HUGE adventu...

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Price per day$135
Last Updated: 4/4/2025
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Logistics

Accommodation

-3 nights in lodges, 13 nights in hostels

Transportation & Flights

Coach,

Transportation & flights

Coach
Cancellation policy
If you cancel more than 60 days prior to departure you may request in writing that we provide you with a rolling deposit voucher for a future trip. The voucher must be redeemed within two years from the date of first cancellation. The voucher can be transferred to a friend but cannot be transferred a second time. One voucher can be redeemed per person per trip. If you cancel within 60 days of departure you will need to pay our applicable cancellation fee based on the cancellation policy at time of booking. The balance of your trip must be paid no later than 60 days prior to your trip departure date. If you do not pay within this period we may cancel your booking and your deposit will be forfeited. Full payment is required if you make a booking within 60 days of the departure date; if you then wish to cancel, standard cancellation terms apply. If your booking is a special offer we may require full payment (including any pre- and post-accommodation and sundry service charges) by such earlier time as specified in the offer.
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Meals Included

Breakfasts: 16

Lunches: 0

Dinners: 2

Age Requirements
18 to 35 years
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