Backpacker Tours New Zealand

After you have explored , it's time to see the rest of of and New Zealand!
Please see the following tours which depart from on the of New Zealand.
We currently have 10 backpacker tours available for you to choose from.

We can also provide backpacker holiday tour package deals when you join one of the tours below with another tour which will start from where your first tour completes. Backpacker tour holiday packages offer excellent value as you are provided with discounts on each tour involved.

 

23 Day All of New Zealand

Places of Interest: The largest adventure tour in New Zealand! Start and finish in Auckland for a trip that you'll never forget. Visit both the North and South Islands and experience everything New Zealand has to offer.

- Wildlife boat cruise / Cathedral Cove walk / Hot Water Beach / Waitomo caves

- Maori cultural experience / Tongariro Crossing / Te Papa National Museum

- Abel Tasman National Park / Hanmer Springs / Kaikoura (for dolphin and whale spotting)

- Tranzalpine train journey upgrade option / Time at Franz Josef glacier

- Mount Aspiring National Park / Two free days in Queenstown / Exclusive overnight in Doubtful Sound

- Central Otago historic mining area and Otago Rail Trail with all-level mountain biking

Doubtful Sound
- Exclusive overnight cruise.

National Parks
- Hike, sail, explore New Zealand's best National Parks.

Wildlife
- See a wide range of NZ's native wildlife.

Maori Culture
- Exclusive interactive cultural experiences

Tour Departs: Departs from Auckland North 8.00am.
Finishes Auckland approximately 5.00pm.
Days:
November to December 2008: Saturdays from 1st Nov.
January to April 2009: Saturdays, and Wednesdays from 31st Dec.
May 2009 to October 2009: Saturdays (Last Wednesday departure 22nd of April).
November 2009 to March 2010: Wednesdays and Saturdays.



 

21 Day Total New Zealand

Places of Interest: Round trip across New Zealand!
Starting and finishing in Christchurch your adventure includes a breadth of stunning scenery, culture, wildlife and activities throughout the North and South Island. Read the full itinerary and book it now!

- Cathedral Cove walk / Hot Water Beach / Waitomo caves

- Maori cultural experience / Tongariro Crossing / Te Papa National Museum

- Abel Tasman National Park / Hanmer Springs / Kaikoura (for dolphin and whale spotting)

- Tranzalpine train journey optional upgrade / Time at Franz Josef glacier

- Mount Aspiring National Park / Two free days in Queenstown / Exclusive overnight in Doubtful Sound

- Central Otago historic mining area and Otago Rail Trail with all-level mountain biking.

Maori Culture
- Interactive cultural show.

Abel Tasman
- Hike, sail, kayak, explore the region.

Franz Josef
- World heritage area: explore it!

Doubtful Sound
- Exclusive overnight cruise.

Tour Departs: Departs from Christchurch 7.30am
Finishes Christchurch approximately 6.30pm
Days:
November to December 2008: Saturdays from 22nd Nov.
January to April 2009: Saturdays, and Wednesdays from 21st Jan.
May 2009 to October 2009: Saturdays (Last Wednesday departure 6th of May).
November 2009 to March 2010: Wednesdays and Saturdays.



 

20 Day New Zealand Highlights

Places of Interest: Round trip across New Zealand! - Starting and finishing in Auckland your adventure includes stunning scenery, culture, wildlife and activities throughout the North and South Island. Read the full itinerary and book it now!

- Cathedral Cove walk / Hot Water Beach / Waitomo caves

- Maori cultural experience / Tongariro Crossing / Te Papa National Museum

- Abel Tasman National Park / Hanmer Springs / Kaikoura (for dolphin and whale spotting)

- Tranzalpine train journey optional upgrade / Time at Franz Josef glacier

- Mount Aspiring National Park / Two free days in Queenstown / Exclusive overnight in Doubtful Sound

- Central Otago historic mining area and Otago Rail Trail with all-level mountain biking.

Doubtful Sound
- Exclusive overnight cruise.

National Parks
- Hike, sail and explore many of NZ's national parks.

Franz Josef
- World heritage area: hike a glacier!

Maori Culture
- Exclusive interactive cultural experience.

Tour Departs: Departs from Auckland 8.00am.
Finishes Christchurch approximately 6.30pm.
Days:
November to December 2008: Tuesdays from 4th Nov.
January to April 2009: Tuesdays, and Saturdays from 3rd Jan.
May 2009 to October 2009: Tuesdays (Last Sat departure 25th April).
November 2009 to March 2010: Tuesdays and Saturdays.



 

18 Day North Island to South Island Explorer

Places of Interest: See the best of both islands! Jump on this exciting adventure tour across both islands and see the beaches, culture and volcanoes of the North to the fjords, glaciers and wildlife of the South! Book it now!

- Cathedral Cove walk and Hot Water Beach (natural geothermal pools)

- Tongariro Crossing / Time to see Te Papa our National Museum

- Abel Tasman National Park

- Hanmer Springs with hot pool options

- Kahurangi National Park and Kaikoura: for seals, dolphins and whale spotting!

- Time at Franz Josef glacier

- Mount Aspiring National Park with an exclusive wilderness stop at Makarora

- Exclusive overnight on the amazing Doubtful Sound

- Central Otago historic mining area and Otago Rail Trail with all-level mountain biking

Maori Culture
- Interactive cultural show.

Abel Tasman
- Hiking. Kayaking. Explore the region.

Franz Josef
- World heritage area: hike the glacier!

Queenstown
- Adventure? Sure, the adventure capital of the world is here!

Tour Departs: Departs from Auckland 8.00am.
Finishes Christchurch approximately 6.30pm.
Days:
November to December 2008: Tuesdays from 4th Nov.
January to April 2009: Tuesdays, and Saturdays from 3rd Jan.
May 2009 to October 2009: Tuesdays (Last Sat departure 25th April).
November 2009 to March 2010: Tuesdays and Saturdays.



 

14 Day South Island Explorer

Places of Interest: The biggest South Island adventure tour includes all of these highlights and more! Read the full itinerary and book it now!

- Time to explore Abel Tasman National Park with free boat transfers and our exclusive campsite.

- Hanmer Springs with hot pool options / The Nelson Lakes for amazing walks

- Kahurangi National Park and Kaikoura (for seals, dolphins and whale spotting)

- Tranzalpine train journey upgrade option / Time at Franz Josef glacier

- Mount Aspiring National Park with an exclusive wilderness stop at Makarora / Two free days in Queenstown

- Exclusive overnight on the amazing Doubtful Sound / Historic mining area and Otago

- Rail Trail with all-level mountain biking.

Doubtful Sound
- Exclusive overnight cruise.

Abel Tasman
- Hike, sail, kayak, explore the region.

Franz Josef
- World heritage area: hike the glacier!

Queenstown
- Adventure? You bet, the adventure capital of the world is here!

Tour Departs: Departs from Christchurch 7.30am
Finishes Christchurch approximately 6.30pm
Days:
November to December 2008: Saturdays from 22nd Nov.
January to April 2009: Saturdays, and Wednesday from 21st Jan.
May 2009 to October 2009: Saturdays (Last Wednesday departure 6th of May)
November 2009 to March 2010: Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Departs from Picton Ferry Terminal 11.45am
Finishes Picton approximately 12.30pm
Days:
November to December 2008: Sundays from 9th Nov.
January to April 2009: Sundays, and Thursdays from 8th Jan.
May 2009 to October 2009: Sundays (Last Thursday departure 30th of April)
November 2009 to March 2010: Sundays and Thursdays



 

9 Day South Island Highlights

Places of Interest: Highlights and more highlights - enjoy awe-inspiring scenery with plunging fiords, majestic glaciers, temperate rainforests and stunning mountain ranges on this amazing trip around the South Island!

- Optional Tranzalpine train journey upgrade

- Time to explore Franz Josef glacier

- Mount Aspiring National Park with an exclusive wilderness stop at Makarora

- Two free days in Queenstown / Exclusive overnight cruise on the incredible Doubtful Sound

- Central Otago historic mining area / Otago Rail Trail with all-level mountain biking and exclusive overnight.

Doubtful Sound
- Exclusive overnight cruise.

Makarora
- Guided walks by Mt Aspiring National Park.

Franz Josef Glacier
- World heritage area: explore it!

Queenstown
- Adventure? You bet, the adventure capital of the world is here!

Tour Departs: Departs from Christchurch 7.30am
Finishes Christchurch approximately 6.30pm
Days:
November to December 2008: Thursdays (from 13th Nov).
January to April 2009: Thursdays, and Mondays (from 12th Jan).
May to October 2009: Thursdays (Last Monday departure 4th May).
November 2009 to April 2010: Mondays and Thursdays.

NB: For customers taking the TranzAlpine train option you will be picked up from your accommodation by a ‘Canterbury Coaches’ bus at about 7.15am (confirm the exact time with your accommodation) and taken to the train station to meet your train. Then at Greymouth you will be picked up from the train station by your Adventure Tours bus at 1pm.



 

5 Day Top of South Island

Places of Interest: - Time to explore Abel Tasman National Park with free boat transfers and our exclusive campsite.

- Hanmer Springs with hot pool options.

- The Nelson Lakes for amazing walks Kahurangi National Park and Kaikoura (for seals, dolphins and whale spotting)

Abel Tasman
- Hike, sail, explore the region.

Vineyards
- World-famous Sauvignon Blanc region.

Hanmer Springs
- Relax in natural hot springs.

Kaikoura
- A sanctuary of marine life.

Tour Departs: Departs from Christchurch 7.30am
Finishes Christchurch approximately 6.30pm
Days:
November to December 2008: Saturdays from 22nd Nov.
January to April 2009: Saturdays, and Wednesdays from 21st Jan.
May 2009 to October 2009: Saturdays (Last Wednesday departure 6th of May)
November 2009 to March 2010: Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Departs from Picton Ferry Terminal 11.45am
Finishes Picton approximately 12.30pm
Days:
November to December 2008: Sundays from 9th Nov.
January to April 2009: Sundays, and Thursdays from 8th Jan.
May 2009 to October 2009: Sundays (Last Thursday departure 30th of April)
November 2009 to March 2010: Sundays and Thursdays



 

9 Day North Island Explorer

Places of Interest: - Giant kauri trees /Early settlement history /Goat Island / scenic boat trip
- Cathedral Cove walk and Hot Water Beach (natural geothermal pools) / Access to caving in Waitomo
- Traditional Maori hangi meal and cultural experience with free geothermal park and bubbling mud Tongariro Crossing / Time to see Te Papa our National Museum

Bay of Islands
- Spot dolphins and relax in this beautiful area.

Maori Culture
- Interactive Maori cultural experience.

Coromandel
Sit in your own hot pool on the beach!

Tongariro Crossing
- Hike NZ's number one rated walk!

Tour Departs: Departs from Auckland North 8.00am
Finishes Auckland approximately 5.00pm
Days:
November to December 2008: Saturdays from 1st Nov.
January to April 2009: Saturdays, and Wednesdays from 31st Dec.
May 2009 to October 2009: Saturdays (Last Wednesday departure 22nd of April)
November 2009 to March 2010: Wednesdays and Saturdays.



 

3 Day Bay of Islands

Places of Interest: - Giant Kauri trees
- Early settlement history
- Goat Island Marine reserve with free snorkelling (summer only)
- Free scenery and wildlife-spotting boat trip
- Tour Highlights

Great Beaches
- Swim, relax, explore.

Dolphin spotting
- Enjoy a free eco-cruise with dolphin spotting.

Native Bird Centre
- See some of NZ's native birds.

Maori Culture and History
- Visit the historic Treaty Grounds at Waitangi.

Tour Departs: Departs from Auckland North 8.00am
Finishes Auckland approximately 8.00pm
Days:
November to December 2008: Saturdays from 1st Nov.
January to April 2009: Saturdays, and Wednesdays from 31st Dec.
May 2009 to October 2009: Saturdays (Last Wednesday departure 22nd of April)
November 2009 to March 2010: Wednesdays and Saturdays.



 

6 day North Island Highlights

Places of Interest: Coromandel
- Relax on NZ's best beaches.

Maori Culture
- Learn about NZ's indigenous culture.

Tongariro Crossing

- Hike NZ's best one day walk!

Adventure
- Rafting, skydiving and kayaking options.

Tour Departs: Departs from Auckland 8.00am
Finishes Auckland approximately 5.00pm
Days:
November to December 2008: Tuesdays from 4th Nov.
January to April 2009: Tuesdays, and Saturdays from 3rd Jan.
May 2009 to October 2009: Tuesdays (Last Saturday departure 25th April)
November 2009 to March 2010: Tuesdays and Saturdays.