NEW ZEALAND TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- The diverse and magnificent landscape of New Zealand
- Awe-inspiring alpine, rainforest, beach, and glacier walks
- Distinctive culture, unhurried pace, and charming Kiwi character
NEW ZEALAND TOUR DETAILS
- 9-day trip begins in Christchurch and ends in Queenstown, New Zealand
- 8 nights in fine hotels and beautiful wilderness lodges in spectacular settings
- All meals included except one dinner
NEW ZEALAND TOUR RATING
New Zealand is a country of rare beauty, where glacial mountains, fast-flowing rivers, deep lakes, and hissing geysers abound. There are also many forest reserves and long, deserted beaches to discover. New Zealanders are proud of the natural beauty of their land, and enjoy welcoming visitors with their characteristic Kiwi charm. It is with a spirit of adventure that we dive into the natural playground of the South Island. We sample firsthand the diversity of New Zealand's natural treasures, traveling the mountain paths of the Southern Alps. At day’s end we are rewarded with scenically situated wilderness lodges and fine hotels, and feasts of fresh seafood and delicious regional specialties.
New Zealand Hiking Tour Overview
Days 1-2: Our tour begins in Christchurch, New Zealand, and we travel to Arthur’s Pass to hike in alpine basins, through mountain beech forests, and into wildflower-filled valleys. Enjoy the spectacular setting of our wilderness lodge.
Days 3-4: Visit the town of Hokitika to learn about its fascinating history, and browse local craft shops for regional treasures. Walk deserted beaches with breathtaking views of New Zealand's Southern Alps. Discover the ever-changing world of ice, hiking on Fox Glacier.
Days 5-6: Paddle stable kayaks past rainforest to enter the wetlands of Lake Moeraki. Enjoy hiking West Coast beaches to
a remote strand in Westland National Park. Continue our adventure through ancient rainforest to the Tasman Sea, where we may see penguins at play. Our lakefront lodge welcomes us in the evenings with regional dishes, including fresh fish and game, and locally produced wines, complementing the perfect vacation.
Days 7-8: Hike through a seldom visited valley in Mount Aspiring National Park with hanging glaciers, mountain peaks, and gigantic waterfalls.
Day 9: Travel to Queenstown, New Zealand for flights home or further adventures.
Step Away from the Ordinary ~ New Zealand Hiking
Imagine experiencing New Zealand’s most spectacular natural marvels: hiking into complex forests that lie in complete wilderness, exploring ice caves on glaciers, and meandering through tussock fields high in the Southern Alps. In these places, you begin to realize the indelible marks this pristine and wonderful country will leave on you, as each place you go with Boundless Journeys in New Zealand will be the most beautiful place you’ve ever been.
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2008 Dates
- February 23-March 2
November 15-23
2009 Date
- February 16-24
2008 Land Cost
- $3995 per person
- Single Supplement $595
- (prices good through December 31, 2008)