Itinerary

Day 1

Queenstown optional adrenalin activities. Bungy, Fly-by-wire, Jet Boat, Rafting, Horse Trekking, Maori Concert, Parapenting, Gondola ride and many more. Cycle and walk in alpine areas. Depart Queenstown at 3pm. Camp beside a tranquil lake with hikes, cycling and swimming. (B/D)

Day 2

A relaxed morning at the camp. Lake Wanaka and Haast Pass. with optional Jet Boating on the Wilkin River. Cycle steep downhill, through rain forest, cycle past waterfalls and pools to the wild West Coast. Camp at Okuru, a world heritage area, bird life, lagoon and beach walks. (B/L/D)

Day 3

Drive to Fox Glacier for optional Guided Walk or Heli Hike on the glacier. Cycle to Okarito beach camp. White Heron Sanctuary, spectacular walks and breathtaking views of the Southern Alps. (B/L/D)

Day 4

Morning at Okarito with a stunning early morning walk to watch the sunrise. Cycle the route ahead. Hokitika, visit a Greenstone Factory. Stunning coastal walk and cycle. Beach camp two nights atWe depart Wellington at 1pm, then on to Taranaki for takeaways. Camp the night at Onaero Bay, a lovely bush surrounded estuary. () Punakaiki, home of the famous Pancake Rocks. Paparoa National Park (B/D)

Day 5

Traditional Flying Kiwi pancake breakfast. Explore the outstanding sub-tropical flora and admire limestone formations of the Pororari River Canyon. Cycle rides glow worm caves, beach. Optional Rafting and Horse Trekking. (B/L/D)

Day 6

Travel through the Buller Gorge for some cycling and good scenery to the Abel Tasman region. Cycle backroute through Kaiteriteri. Stay two nights at Old MacDonald's Farm, Marahau, with the Abel Tasman N.P. on our doorstep. (B/D)

Day 7

Free day for exploring the area. Walk, cycle, optional Sail, Sea Kayak or boat and walk, to the golden beaches. Swim in crystal clear waters. Night out at a cool café. (B/L)

Day 8

Time in Nelson. Optional Sky-diving. Pelorus River. Cycle along Queen Charlotte Drive. Travel through the Marlborough wine region. Picton by 6pm. (B)

Day 9

We depart Wellington at 1pm, then on to Taranaki for takeaways. Camp the night at Onaero Bay, a lovely bush surrounded estuary. ()

Day 10

Waitomo, a limestone wonderland created by erosion over millions of years. Optional Blackwater Rafting, Glow Worm Caves, walks. Arrive in Auckland by 6pm. (B/L)

Day 11

Depart Auckland 10am. Escape the city, heading for the golden beaches and warm waters of the Bay of Islands. Visit the Treaty House. Mangrove walk leading to the Haruru Waterfalls. Cycle scenic route. Star-gazing at our camp. (L/D)

Day 12

Delicious pancake breakfast. Spend the day in the Bay of Islands with clear waters, ranging in hue from turquoise to deep blue. Relax at the beach or surf on our free boogie boards. Catch that gigantic fish! Opua Forest walks. Cycle scenic loop to Russell visiting Kauri Grove on the way. Optional trips to Cape Reinga, sail the Bay of Islands, Dolphin Swimming or dive the Rainbow Warrior. At night time an optional Maori Concert. A second night at the same campsite. (B/L/D)

Day 13

A day full of happenings. Cycle head start. Sand dunes of Opononi invite us for some excellent fun. Optional Sand Boarding is the name of the game or enjoy a walk. Cycle or bus to Waipoua Forest to explore the giant Kauri trees. Travel Hibiscus Coast to our camp at the famous Waiwera hot pools. (B/L/D)

Day 14

Return to the "City of Sails". Depart Auckland at 10am. The beautiful Coromandel Peninsula awaits us. Cycle scenic route following Pohutukawa-lined shores with magnificent views of the peninsula. A relaxing afternoon at Cathedral Cove beach or dig pools where thermal waters spring from the sands of fascinating Hot Water Beach. Camp at the Coromandel for the night. Please note for Beach It and Reverse Traverse the tour finishes in Auckland and includes breakfast only. (B/L/D)

Extra Information

Inclusions -

- Most meals (see itinerary for details)(see fees on main site)

Extras -

Discounted activities such as dolphin swimming, glacier hiking, bungy and many, many others are available as an optional activity and are an additional cost.