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Stray New Zealand: Essentials - Freestyle Travel Pass
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Auckland to Hahei
Depart Auckland to Hahei, Coromandel
Free Day Hahei
Hahei to Rotorua
Leaving Hahei we head to Rotorua, an area rich in Maori heritage
Free Day Rotorua
Rotorua to Lake Aniwhenua
Stay at the stunning Lake Aniwhenua and learn more about Maori traditions as well as how to prepare a ‘Hangi’
Lake Aniwhenua (via Taupo) to Blue Duck Station
Our destination is Blue Duck Station, a remote high country conservation farm
Free Day Blue Duck Station
Blue Duck Station (via Tongariro) to Raetihi
Today, hike the epic Tongariro Alpine Crossing and spend the night in an historic Nurses Home in Raetihi
Raetihi to Wellington
Depart to the vibrant Capital City!
Wellington to Marahau (Abel Tasmann)
Catch an early Bluebridge Ferry to Picton then we'll make our way to Marahau, right on the edge of Abel Tasman
Free Day Marahau (Abel Tasman)
Marahau (Abel Tasman) to Franz Josef
Depart early for a full day of sight seeing and then head to the home of the mighty Franz Josef Glacier
Free Day Franz Josef
Franz Josef (via Fox Glacier) to Wanaka
Today, travel through the mountainous Haast Pass and Makarora towards Wanaka
Wanaka to Queenstown
Travel to Queenstown, known in New Zealand as the ‘Adventure Capital of the World’
Free Day Queenstown
Queenstown (via Milford Sound) to Gunn’s Camp
Milford Sound is one of NZ’s most famous destinations, sometimes referred to as the ‘Eighth Wonder of the World’. Later we go to our Stray overnight stop, Gunn’s Camp.
Gunn’s Camp to Invercargill/Stewart Island
Travel further south to Invercargill and on to Bluff, where you can catch a ferry to Stewart Island
Invercargill/Stewart Island to Queenstown
In the late afternoon we take an express journey back to Queenstown.
Queenstown to Aoraki/Mt Cook
Head to New Zealand’s highest mountain, Aoraki/Mt Cook
Mt Cook (via Tekapo) to Rangitata
Continue to our overnight stop in Rangitata Peel Forest.
Rangitata to Christchurch
Find some of New Zealand’s most modern architecture nestled next to some of our oldest buildings in Christchurch
Christchurch to Kaikoura
Travel up the coast to the incredible marine world of Kaikoura
Kaikoura (via Picton) to Wellington
Those heading to Wellington will catch the Ferry
Wellington (via Raetihi) to Auckland
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Depart Auckland to Hahei, Coromandel
Free Day Hahei
Hahei to Rotorua
Leaving Hahei we head to Rotorua, an area rich in Maori heritage
Free Day Rotorua
Rotorua to Lake Aniwhenua
Stay at the stunning Lake Aniwhenua and learn more about Maori traditions as well as how to prepare a ‘Hangi’
Lake Aniwhenua (via Taupo) to Blue Duck Station
Our destination is Blue Duck Station, a remote high country conservation farm
Free Day Blue Duck Station
Blue Duck Station (via Tongariro) to Raetihi
Today, hike the epic Tongariro Alpine Crossing and spend the night in an historic Nurses Home in Raetihi
Raetihi to Wellington
Depart to the vibrant Capital City!
Wellington to Marahau (Abel Tasmann)
Catch an early Bluebridge Ferry to Picton then we'll make our way to Marahau, right on the edge of Abel Tasman
Free Day Marahau (Abel Tasman)
Marahau (Abel Tasman) to Franz Josef
Depart early for a full day of sight seeing and then head to the home of the mighty Franz Josef Glacier
Free Day Franz Josef
Franz Josef (via Fox Glacier) to Wanaka
Today, travel through the mountainous Haast Pass and Makarora towards Wanaka
Wanaka to Queenstown
Travel to Queenstown, known in New Zealand as the ‘Adventure Capital of the World’
Free Day Queenstown
Queenstown (via Milford Sound) to Gunn’s Camp
Milford Sound is one of NZ’s most famous destinations, sometimes referred to as the ‘Eighth Wonder of the World’. Later we go to our Stray overnight stop, Gunn’s Camp.
Gunn’s Camp to Invercargill/Stewart Island
Travel further south to Invercargill and on to Bluff, where you can catch a ferry to Stewart Island
Invercargill/Stewart Island to Queenstown
In the late afternoon we take an express journey back to Queenstown.
Queenstown to Aoraki/Mt Cook
Head to New Zealand’s highest mountain, Aoraki/Mt Cook
Mt Cook (via Tekapo) to Rangitata
Continue to our overnight stop in Rangitata Peel Forest.
Rangitata to Christchurch
Find some of New Zealand’s most modern architecture nestled next to some of our oldest buildings in Christchurch
Christchurch to Kaikoura
Travel up the coast to the incredible marine world of Kaikoura
Kaikoura (via Picton) to Wellington
Those heading to Wellington will catch the Ferry
Wellington (via Raetihi) to Auckland
Included
- Fun and knowledgeable Stray Guide
- Access to 'off the beaten track' destinations and national parks
- Transport on modern, comfortable air-conditioned coaches
- A wide selection of free and optional activities
- Access to the exclusive Stray Mate app for special discounts
- Flexibility - stay as long as you like in each destination and travel at your own pace.
Not included
- Accommodation
- Optional Activities
- Food and drinks
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- A minimum of 3 departures per a week operate all year round
- The pass is valid for for travel for up to 12 months from the first date of travel
- Managing your pass: When you book only your start date is confirmed. You will able to download the Stray Mate app where you can view, book, amend all additional travel days for your pass. You can change your start, however you must 'start' travel within 12 months of the original purchase date.
- Accommodation and activities are not included with the price of this Freestyle Travel Pass.
- Most travel days will include a free activity which will be explained by your Guide (ie local walks and sight seeing). Optional Activities can be booked via the Stray Mate App.
- Insurance cover is not included in the price of a pass. We strongly recommend that you take insurance to cover you for cancellation, medical expenses, personal accident, personal baggage and public liability.
- Luggage is limited to one bag or suitcase per person (maximum weight of 15kgs), plus one day pack to carry onboard with your valuables. The carriage of any excess of oversized luggage is at Stray's discretion and must be approved prior to travel.
- This pass is subject to the Operators standard terms and conditions: www.straytravel.com/terms-and-conditions/
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 42 travelers
Features
Tourism
80%
Cultural
65%
Nightlife
20%
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