NEW ZEALAND Multi-sport Adventure [18 days]

New Zealand is so uniquely, unfathomably exquisite that it can only be described as otherworldly. It’s natural beauty is nothing short of staggering. The landscape of the North Island veers between rolling, sheep studded pastures, colossal volcanoes, primordial forests of kauri trees and golden, secluded beaches. But it’s the South Island which boasts the rarest marvels. The tranquil, flooded valleys of the Marlborough Sounds. The giant humpback and sperm whales splashing and diving off the Kaikoura Peninsula. The Punakaiki pancake rocks, and the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps. And the glacial waters and thundering waterfalls of the Milford Sounds... [scroll down for tour details]

Our 18 day "AMPLIFIED NZ" tour does what it says on the tin: offers you a hugely amplified experience across New Zealand's key tourist destinations!

Tour details:

DAY 1: AUCKLAND
Arrival to Auckland – Free day to relax after your longhaul flight!

DAY 2: AUCKLAND
The morning will start with a tour of Auckland City. This afternoon we will be canyoning at Piha Canyon which is located in the sub tropical rainforest of the West Coast Waitakere Ranges. Abseil down showering waterfalls and fern-covered volcanic rock walls, swim through pools of turquoise blues and greens, jump, slide and explore intricate cave systems in this stunning canyon.

DAY 3: AUCKLAND TO WAITOMO
Journey underground on a subterranean adventure through limestone chambers and passages. Be suspended in awe and silence, surrounded by cave decorations and a galaxy of tiny living lights ... This is the ultimate adrenaline rush and caving tour of choice for natural born adventurers everywhere! Descend like a spider into the black depths of Ruakuri Cave and enjoy the best caving adventure tour on a five hour expedition that combines abseiling, climbing, a flying fox, tight rock squeezes and cave tubing down the river into one unforgettable journey. At every stage you're accompanied and supported by experienced caving guides who know and love this totally unique and mind-blowing environment.

DAY 4: WAITOMO TO ROTORUA
Today we make a short journey to Rotorua, one of New Zealand’s original tourist destinations. At nearby geothermal hotspots, there are spouting geysers, boiling mud pools and warm geothermal springs. Rotorua is also at the heartland of New Zealand Maori culture, and we experience the warm spirit of Te Maori with an evening’s entertainment at a marae – an unforgettable experience!

DAY 5: ROTORUA TO TAUPO
This morning you have the chance to experience the power and might of the Rangitiki River. Try “sledging”, where you surf down rapids on specialised plastic bodyboards. The grade 5 white-water rafting here is phenomenal! Pass through steep, bush clad canyons, over 14 awesome drops including the jaw dropping 7 metre Tutea falls. In the afternoon, we continue our journey south to the picture perfect Lake Taupo.

DAY 6: FREE DAY TAUPO
Today you will walk the Tongariro Crossing, rated as one of the best day treks in the world! Our sky dive options over Lake Taupo are always on of our most popular activities and can be conducted this afternoon or tomorrow morning before we leave for Wellington. Or how about the Taupo Bungy – New Zealand’s highest water touch bungy!
- Cost of theskydive? 12,000ft (USD 150, EUR 115, GBP 106) 15,000ft (USD 207, EUR 160, GBP 148)

DAY 7: TAUPO TO WELLINGTON
Today we travel past Mt. Ruapehu – the volcano recognised as Mt. Doom from the “Lord of the Rings” trilogy – and on to Gravity Canyon, an extreme adventure park!
Let your senses be free from the chairlift drop of 80 meters and afford magnificient views though the spectacular Mokai River Canyon. Ride the world’s first “Extreme Flying Fox”, the North Island’s highest bungy and the “Giant Swing”.
- Cost of the bungee jump: USD 70, EUR 60 GBP 50

DAY 8: FREE DAY WELLINGTON
The epicentre of mountain biking in New Zealand is in Wellington. Experience the breathtaking landscape having an abundance of natural tracks, suitable for the beginner right through to the hardened pro! “Windy Wellington” is also home to some superb wake-boarding, kite-surfing and wind surfing.

DAY 9: WELLINGTON TO KAIKOURA
The 92 km journey between Wellington and Picton has been described as “one of the most beautiful ferry rides in the world”. The seaside settlement of Kaikoura is overlooked by majestic mountains which are snow-capped for many months of the year. Experience stunning coastal alpine scenery and a host of eco-tourism oriented activities.

DAY 10: KAIKOURA TO CHRISTCHURCH
This morning, you will have the opportunity to swim with dolphins and view orca (killer whales), pilot whales, New Zealand fur seals and Hector Dolphins. The Dusky Dolphins are one of the world’s most playful and acrobatic dolphin species. The surfing here is also world class and the professional surfing instructors will be on hand to get you hangin’ ten in no time!

DAY 11: FREE DAY CHRISTCHURCH
Christchurch is located on the east peninsula of the South Island and has some world class water-based activities. We offer the “Ultimate Day’s Rafting” where we explore the intricate grade 5 rapids on the Rangitata River including a BBQ.
Christchurch is also home to Taylor’s Mistake and Sumner Beach, two excellent surfing beaches. Extreme jet boating (additional cost) on the Waimakairi River will get the heart pounding as you skim inches from shingle banks and spin 360 degrees!

DAY 12: CHRISTCHURCH TO FRANZ JOSEF
The scenery will blow your mind as we head off today across the Canterbury Plains and into the Southern Alps. We’ll stop for a break at Arthur’s Pass, a region of contrasts, with tawhai forest in the east and luxuriant rainforest on the western slopes.

DAY 13: FRANZ JOSEF
From high in New Zealand’s Southern Alps, the Franz Josef Glacier descends deep into the lush rainforest of Westland’s National Park, giving you the opportunity to experience the most dramatic glacial environment available anywhere in the world! Today you will hike on Franz Josef with professional and experienced guides (glacier Hike). You can choose a heli-hike to the farthest regions of the glacier!
- Cost of the heli-hike: (USD 240, EUR 185, GBP 170)

DAY 14: FRANZ JOSEF TO QUEENSTOWN
How about starting the day with one epic sky dive over Franz and Fox glaciers?
This morning we pass through the rainforests in the Westland World Heritage Park until we are greeted by the shores of picturesque Lake Wanaka. Over 1,300 feet deep and an incredible blue fringed by breathtaking mountain ranges. Tonight we take a gondola ride to the top of Queenstown for a breathtaking view of the “adventure capital of the world”.

DAY 15: QUEENSTOWN – MILFORD SOUND
This scenic day trip departs Queenstown where you travel by coach via Lake Wakatipu to stunning Fiordland. Upon arrival, you have time to explore the local area, after which you will step aboard a luxurious scenic boat and embark on a cruise of breath-taking Milford Sound. Lunch is included.

DAY 16: QUEENSTOWN TO LAKE TEKAPO
The jewel of the Mackenzie Country, Lake Tekapo is a picture perfect alpine village in the heart of the South Island high country. A ski resort in winter and aquatic playground in summer, Lake Tekapo sits at the edge of its 20 km glacial lake namesake. A scenic flight (Additional cost) over two world heritage sites is a jaw-dropping.
- Cost of scenic flight: USD 168, EUR 130, GBP 120

DAY 17: LAKE TEKAPO TO CHRISTCHURCH
It’s just a short drive out to Christchurch today. Free day to relax and explore the city of Christchurch!

DAY 18: CHRISTCHURCH
Transfer to the airport for your flight or extension to your stay.

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