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Adventure tours and things to do

   There are 3 major bus companies that take backpackers across New Zealand: Kiwi Experience, Magic Bus, and Stray. These buses are hop-on, hop-off and run almost everyday of the year. There are numerous other bus tour companies that operate in New Zealand.

Here are some of the most popular bus tours in NZ:

Wild West Coast - Nelson, New Zealand
Starting in the sunny city of Nelson we head down through the rainforest and glaciers of the Wild West Coast. Stopping at Greymouth, Franz Josef Glacier, Makarora - gateway to Mt A More Info »
Wayward Wanderer - Auckland, New Zealand
This pass covers the best of New Zealand from Pahia in the North to Queenstown in the South. Including the thermal wonderland of Rotorua and the forests and glaciers of the West Co More Info »
Wellington Movie Tour - Wellington, New Zealand
For those who want to enjoy NZ's answer to Hollywood with visits to filming sites, backstage stories, audiovisual displays & views of the movie production studios included. More Info »
Tranzalpine Experience - Christchurch, New Zealand
From Christchurch, travel on the world famous TranzAlpine rail journey through the Southern Alps. Join the Magic coach in Greymouth heading south down the West Coast to Queenstown. More Info »
Waitomo Day Trip - Auckland, New Zealand
Includes: Selected hostel pickups Mt Eden Summit On Board Commentary Waitomo Glow Worm Caves entry More Info »
Funky Chicken - Auckland, New Zealand
This hop on hop off tour from Auckland lets you explore the main centres of New Zealand......... More Info »
North & South - Auckland, New Zealand
This pass travels through the heart of the geothermal North Island and down through the spectacular scenery of the West Coast of the South Island. More Info »
Ultimate Movie Tour - Wellington, New Zealand
Spend a day experiencing Wellington City and its environs with movie sites included. From the city to the beach to the bush, discover for yourself why this is called the ULTIMATE! More Info »
Northern Discovery - Auckland, New Zealand
Enjoy the caves at Waitomo, the Maori culture of Rotorua, the volcanoes of Turangi, the cafes of Wellington, Art deco Napier, adventure in Taupo and the beach at Mt Maunganui More Info »
Northern Movie Tour - Wellington, New Zealand
Get out of the city and explore the north of Wellington as we show you the sights, go for bush walks and see where many famous Lord of the Rings scenes were filmed. More Info »
Total Northland - ex Auckland, New Zealand
Experience New Zealands winterless North, great climate, spectacular beaches and stunning scenery. Add to this great adventure activites and a bit of New Zealand History More Info »
Sheep Dog - ex Auckland, New Zealand
The "Sheep Dog" Pass allows you to explore both the North and South Islands. Commence in Auckland and complete in Christchurch. More Info »
The Full Monty - Auckland, New Zealand
The "Full Monty" is our complete national circuit pass giving you the freedom to explore the entire country. Commence and complete where you start. This pass stops at the following destinations; Auckland, Paihia, Cape Rienga, Whitianga, Rotorua, Waitomo Caves, Taupo, Te Kaha, East Cape – Rangitukia, Napier, River Valley, Wellington, Nelson, Westport, Lake Mahinapua, Franz Josef, Wanaka, Queenstown, Dunedin, Invercargill, Te Anau, Milford Sounds, Christchurch and Kaikoura. There is the possibility to hop off at other towns on route upon discussion with your driver guide. More Info »
Joint Mullets - ex Auckland, New Zealand
The "Joint Mullets" is a national circuit pass giving you the freedom to explore both North and South Islands. Commence Auckland, complete in Christchurch. This pass stops at the following destinations; Auckland, Whitianga, Rotorua, Waitomo Caves, Taupo, Te Kaha, Eats Cape –Rangitukia, Napier River Valley, Wellington, Nelson, Westport, Lake Mahinapua, Franz Josef, Wanaka, Queenstown, and Christchurch. There is the possibility to hop off at other towns on route upon discussion with your driver guide. More Info »
Dog Leg - ex Auckland, New Zealand
The "Dog Leg" is a national circuit pass giving you the freedom to explore both North and South Islands. Commence Auckland, complete Christchurch. This pass stops at the following destinations; Christchurch, Westport, Lake Mahinapua, Franz Josef, Wanaka, Queenstown, Kaikoura, Wellington, Taupo, Rotorua, Waitomo Caves and Auckland. There is the possibility to hop off at other towns on route upon discussion with your driver guide. More Info »
Funky Chicken
The "Funky Chicken" is a national circuit pass. The pass will take you to the main centres of New Zealand experiencing our best attractions along the way. We will take you off the beaten track and experience sights and activities that mainstream travellers don't encounter. More Info »
Whole Kit and Caboodle
The "Whole Kit & Caboodle" is an extensive national circuit pass giving you the freedom to explore both North and South Islands. Commence and complete where you start. This pass stops at the following destinations; Auckland, Paihia, Cape Rienga, Whitianga, Rotorua, Waitomo Caves, Taupo, River Valley, Wellington, Nelson, Westport, Lake Mahinapua, Franz Josef, Wanaka, Queenstown, Dunedin, Invercargill, Te Anau, Milford Sounds, Christchurch and Kaikoura. There is the possibility to hop off at other towns on route upon discussion with your driver guide. More Info »
Zephyr
The "Zephyr" is a national circuit pass giving you the freedom to explore both North and South Islands. Commence travel in Auckland and complete in Christchurch. This pass stops at the following destinations; Auckland, Paihia, Whitianga, Rotorua, Waitomo Caves, Taupo, River Valley, Wellington, Nelson, Westport, Lake Mahinapua, Franz Josef, Wanaka, Queenstown and Christchurch. There is the possibility to hop off at other towns on route upon discussion with your driver guide. More Info »
Kitchen Sink - ex Auckland
The "Kitchen Sink" is a national circuit pass giving you the freedom to explore both North and South Islands. Commence Auckland, complete Christchurch. This pass stops at the following destinations; Auckland, Paihia, Cape Rienga, Whitianga, Rotorua, Waitomo Caves, Taupo, River Valley, Wellington, Nelson, Westport, Lake Mahinapua, Franz Josef, Wanaka, Queenstown, Dunedin, Invercargill, Te Anau, Milford Sounds and Christchurch. There is the possibility to hop off at other towns on route upon discussion with your driver guide. More Info »
Southern Round-Up
The "Southern Round Up" Pass allows you to explore our South Island. Commence and complete where you start. This pass stops at the following destinations; Christchurch, Kaikoura, Nelson, Westport, Lake Mahinapua, Franz Josef, Wanaka, and Queenstown. There is the possibility to hop off at other towns on route upon discussion with your driver guide. More Info »




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