Kia ora! Landing in Auckland, we'll meet you at our hostel to settle in and refresh. Tonight you'll meet up with the rest of your travel crew and get excited for all the adventures yet to come travelling New Zealand!

Today is all about getting oriented with the beautiful city of Auckland, and help get your work and local essentials set up. We'll then catch a ferry and travel to the beautiful Waiheke Island. This evening we see what Auckland's all about after dark! Don't forget to listen out for the local Kiwi accent to see if it lives up to its title as the 'World's Sexiest'.

Leaving Auckland, we're off to discover the best of the beautiful North Island. Our first stop is Waitomo, home to the world-famous glowworm caves. We'll explore this surreal, subterranean landscape by boat, watching in awe as glow worms light up the darkness in front of our eyes. Next we're heading to Hobbiton, the real-life movie set featured in The Lord Of The Rings and Hobbit trilogies. After strolling through the enchanting village on a guided tour, we'll enjoy a drink at the Green Dragon Inn before departing for Rotorua.

Waking to the scent of sulphur, you'll definitely know we're in Rotorua today! Visit the naturally heated waters of Kerosene Creek as well as one of New Zealand's most magnificent geothermal wonderlands - Wai o Tapu, featuring dramatic geysers & bubbling mud.

This morning we're off to see more of New Zealand's incredible volcanic landscapes - checking out hot springs. This morning you'll have some free time to maybe try some zorbing or the skyline luge. This evening we will go to the Mitai Maori village for an authentic introduction to Maori culture! It doesn't get more authentic than this!

Get your cameras out as we head to Taupo, a lakefront town right in the heart of the North. This afternoon we've got something special lined up - a sail across the lake. The majestic scenery will wow us. NZ, you're breathtakingly beautiful.

This morning we'll check out the epic Huka Falls, a spine-tingling torrent of icy water thundering down from the Waikato River. After witnessing this feat of nature, you'll then have some free time when you can do a skydive or a bungee jump!

Today we'll head back to where it all started in Auckland! Spend the afternoon relaxing, checking out the sights, and getting ready for the trip down south tomorrow.

Catch a short flight to Queenstown and we'll meet you at the airport and take you to our hostel in the city. We'll head out for dinner tonight and get excited for our new adventure in the South Island!

Today we'll show you around stunning Queenstown, a backpacker hub known as the adventure capital of New Zealand. The good news is that our first jolt of adrenaline isn't far off, as this afternoon we'll rush through Skippers Canyon at over 80 km/h on a jet boat ride.

Leaving Queenstown, today we're heading to the majestic Milford Sound. We'll hop on a boat to cruise around the fjord, feeling tiny amongst sheer cliff faces, ancient forests, and plunging waterfalls! If we're lucky, we might even spot some seals lazing about. This evening we'll get cosy in Te Anau, a charming town in the heart of Fiordland.

After soaking up the Tolkien-esque vistas, checking out some LOTR filming locations and taking thousands of photos we'll arrive in Wanaka, a dreamy resort town hugging the sapphire lake.

Today we'll enjoy all that Wanaka has to offer, including going kayaking on the beautiful Lake Wanaka. We'll then head on a hike up Mt Iron to take in the beautiful 360 degree landscapes that surround us.

Waving goodbye to Wanaka, we'll enjoy a scenic drive through the southern alps towards Tekapo. Known for its milky turquoise hue, Lake Tekapo is an alpine oasis - so have your phone charged and camera ready! This afternoon we'll strap on our comfy shoes and stretch our limbs hiking the iconic Hooker Valley track. This walk winds us through the valley to grant unforgettable views of Aoraki/Mt Cook, the highest mountain in New Zealand.

Today we'll take a hike up Mt John where we'll get 360-degree views of the Southern Alps. After the walk we'll soak our tired muscles in some hot pools.

On arrival back in Queenstown, we'll help sort out any onward travel for the rest of your time in New Zealand. If you've got questions, we've got answers! Eager to book a skydive, bungy jump, or ski pass? We've got you. Tonight we'll get together one last time for our farewell dinner and night out in Queenstown! Sweet as, bro.

This morning your unforgettable 17 day adventure comes to an end. Check out and journey home, stay in Queenstown, or continue the next leg of your travels with the new friends you've made! Whatever your plans, we'll be there to help every step of the way.