Hiking Highlights




HIKING HIGHLIGHTS 19 DAY FLEXIBLE HIKING TOUR
438 km/270 miles

This one-way tour between Christchurch and Auckland offers many selected hikes along the way. Or you may book only the North or only the South Island section of the itinerary.

New Zealand is the down under island paradise for nature lovers an ideal place to take part in a guided hiking tour. Where else in the world can you find as many different landscapes, climate zones and vegetations so close together?

Bushwalking is the best way for exploring NZ‘s natural beauty. This tour includes many walks in the most beautiful National Parks where you will discover extinct as well as active volcanoes, secluded beaches, deep mountain lakes, geysers and thermal activity areas as well as fiords and rainforests.

Experience the "double" culture of the polynesian Maoris and European settlers with their different traditions and feel the flair of Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.

Fitness Requirements: Moderate
If possible there will be daily walks depending on the tour itinerary.
The average walking time is between 3-4 hours, except the Tongariro Crossing, which will take 6-7 hours and is rated medium to hard.

Optional Extension Program:
North Island: Swimming in the Bay of Islands
South Island: Relaxing in Akaroa
Own Arrangements: Campervan or Rental Car for an individual extension.

Departure guaranteed Nov-Feb with minimum 6 for Oct & Mar/Apr.
Maximum 12 per tour.

Hiking New Zealand
Awarded "Best Group Trip in New Zealand" at the ITB 2006 in Berlin.







Min: 6 Max: 12



2010
SN96: 08 Nov - 26 Nov SO
NS97: 29 Nov - 17 Dec
SN98: 20 Dec - 07 Jan SO
2011
SN99: 10 Jan - 28 Jan
SN100: 31 Jan - 18 Feb L
SN101: 21 Feb - 11 Mar
SN102: 14 Mar - 01 Apr L
NS103: 04 Apr - 22 Apr

Start Monday / finish Friday
SN=South-North
NS=North-South
SO=sold out
L=limited space
Tour Total NZ$ 5495.00
Single Surcharge: NZ 1400.00