New Zealand Panorama | Northbound | Oct 2024
May 2025
Tour Description:
Feed your adrenaline cravings - relaxation is overrated! Kick it off in Queenstown, the adventure-adrenaline Capital of the World. Ride the Shotover Jet (until Sep 2018) & get a slice of the action! Ever tried bungy jumping, or luging? Now's the time! As you head North, see stunning glaciers, visit Christchurch, try a Māori 'hangi', cruise Lake Taupō & hit Rotorua to try the 'Zorb' or luge!
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Dates & Pricing
Thursday 03 Oct 24 — Friday 18 Oct 24 | Starting at $2,979 | Get a Quote | |
Sunday 27 Oct 24 — Monday 11 Nov 24 | Starting at $2,979 | Get a Quote | |
Tuesday 12 Nov 24 — Wednesday 27 Nov 24 | Starting at $3,641 | Get a Quote | |
Wednesday 20 Nov 24 — Thursday 05 Dec 24 | Starting at $2,873 | Get a Quote | |
Friday 06 Dec 24 — Saturday 21 Dec 24 | Starting at $3,042 | Get a Quote | |
Sunday 22 Dec 24 — Monday 06 Jan 25 | Starting at $3,042 | Get a Quote | |
Monday 30 Dec 24 — Tuesday 14 Jan 25 | Starting at $3,549 | Get a Quote | |
Friday 03 Jan 25 — Saturday 18 Jan 25 | Starting at $3,211 | Get a Quote | |
Tuesday 07 Jan 25 — Wednesday 22 Jan 25 | Starting at $3,211 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 11 Jan 25 — Sunday 26 Jan 25 | Starting at $3,042 | Get a Quote | |
Sunday 19 Jan 25 — Monday 03 Feb 25 | Starting at $3,042 | Get a Quote | |
Monday 27 Jan 25 — Tuesday 11 Feb 25 | Starting at $3,042 | Get a Quote | |
Friday 31 Jan 25 — Saturday 15 Feb 25 | Starting at $3,042 | Get a Quote | |
Tuesday 04 Feb 25 — Wednesday 19 Feb 25 | Starting at $3,042 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 08 Feb 25 — Sunday 23 Feb 25 | Starting at $3,042 | Get a Quote | |
Wednesday 12 Feb 25 — Thursday 27 Feb 25 | Starting at $3,042 | Get a Quote | |
Sunday 16 Feb 25 — Monday 03 Mar 25 | Starting at $3,042 | Get a Quote | |
Monday 24 Feb 25 — Tuesday 11 Mar 25 | Starting at $3,042 | Get a Quote | |
Tuesday 04 Mar 25 — Wednesday 19 Mar 25 | Starting at $3,042 | Get a Quote | |
Thursday 20 Mar 25 — Friday 04 Apr 25 | Starting at $3,042 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 05 Apr 25 — Sunday 20 Apr 25 | Starting at $3,006 | Get a Quote | |
Monday 21 Apr 25 — Tuesday 06 May 25 | Starting at $3,006 | Get a Quote | |
Wednesday 07 May 25 — Thursday 22 May 25 | Starting at $3,006 | Get a Quote | |
Friday 23 May 25 — Saturday 07 Jun 25 | Starting at $3,006 | Get a Quote |
Destination & Sightseeing
15 Breakfast (B)
3 Dinner (D)
FAQs
Christchurch: Which Version is Northbound vs Southbound? Southbound trips start in Auckland and end in Queenstown. Northbound trips start in Queenstown and finish in Auckland.
Included Experience
Queenstown: Check out the epic views of the valley from the world's first ever (and some would say most famous) bungy jump bridge. You might even witness some epic bungy jumps!
Wānaka: A lake town with views for days, surrounded by beech forests, alpine lakes, and wilderness glaciers.
Haast: Ready for some incredible views? We'll drive through the gorgeous mountains of the Gates of Haast and catch once-in-a-lifetime views of the river below. Seems like Mother nature does have a favourite!
Arthur's Pass: Check out the village that has been a haven for mountain climbers for over a century. Better keep your camera ready and eyes peeled - because this is spot where you might be able to get a glimpse of rare alpine parrots AKA Keas.
Marlborough Sounds: Check out the sunken river valleys of Marlborough Sounds from an iconic Interislander Ferry. You'd wanna get your camera for this one!
Mount Ruapehu: It's not a real carrot, just a statue. But standing at 7.5 metres tall, it still impresses. This famous spot in Ohakune represents all of the carrot farms (and there are plenty here) in town.
Mount Ruapehu: Today we'll check out Mt Ruapehu, an active stratovolcano elevated almost 2,800 metres into the air!
Mount Ruapehu: See even more of the sights made famous by "The Lord of the Rings."
Huka Falls: Huka falls is a jaw-jutting display of natural hydro power. Here you'll see 220,000 litres of water tumble over the waterfall... per second that is(!)
Rotorua: Wait til you see 'em. Wait til you smell 'em. These geothermic mudpools are a thing to behold.
Rotorua: A traditional Māori cultural performance, topped off with a traditional Māori feast... this ought to satisfy even the keenest of culture vultures.
Make Travel Matter®
Hokitika: The South Island is known for Pounamu (in fact, it’s even named after the stuff.) Today in Hokitika, we’ll meet with a local Māori Guide, who’ll tell us all about the connection between the illustrious greenstone and the Māori people. After that, we’ll go and check some out for ourselves.
Kaikōura: On this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, we'll meet eco-warrior Sabrina Leucht, who has dedicated many years of her life to helping New Zealand's injured native birds... and is now working to establish the region's first wildlife hospital.
Rotorua: On this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, we'll head to National Kiwi Hatchery near Rotorua to learn all about the locals' efforts to protect New Zealand's adorable national bird.