New Zealand: Best of the North Island
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From AUD $1439 Was AUD $1799
Small Group
Average
Rating
(21 reviews)
New Zealand: Best of the North Island
Use code BONUS10 to get an extra 10% off all tours — for a limited time only. T&Cs apply
7 days
Small Group
Basic
Average
English
Experience Overview
Now's the time to explore New Zealand on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. New Zealand’s North Island may be the smaller of the two, but what it lacks in size, it makes up for in adventure.
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Hands-On Moment: Surf Lesson, Raglan Your Big Night Out Moment: Wellington
- Sea kayaking excursion (Raglan)
- Maori cultural experience
- Huka Falls
- Lake Taupo Sailboat Trip
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hostels & basic lodgings (6 nts, multi-share with 4-8 people). **All nights are multi-share on this trip.
- 6 breakfasts, 2 dinners
Transport
- Private vehicle, bus, boat, kayak, walking.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Highlights
- Surf world-famous waves
- Learn about Maori culture in a geothermal valley
- Get the adrenaline pumping in Rotorua
- Dance the night away in Wellington.
Trip Details
7 days
Private vehicle, bus, boat, kayak, walking.
English
Auckland, New Zealand
Wellington, New Zealand
Basic
18 - 39 Year Olds Only, Budget
Average
Itinerary
Day 1: Auckland
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Activity - Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.Accommodation - Haka House Auckland City
Day 2: Auckland/Raglan
Travel to Raglan, a cool coastal town famous for its black sand beach and surf break. You'll kayak to a remote part of the harbour for a boat cruise and lunch, before heading to our accommodation, close to the action in Raglan this evening.
Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Tour Raglan’s secluded bays and unique coastline by kayak. Paddle the inner harbour to get up close to wildlife, fish, and (fingers crossed) orcas. Discover the pancake rocks on the harbour's northern side.Accommodation - Raglan Backpackers & Waterfront Lodge
Day 3: Raglan
Head down to the beach for an included surf lesson. The afternoon is free to do what you choose.
Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Learn how to catch a wave in this surf lesson. Start with instruction on dry land before heading into the surf. Take advantage of the large soft boards used in class (they help everyone stand up).Free_time - Enjoy free time any way you want in this surfing town. Head to the beach to hang ten or relax with a cold drink and plan your next activities.Accommodation - Raglan Backpackers & Waterfront Lodge
Day 4: Raglan/Rotorua
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - See the famous Te Puia Geyser during this sensory cultural experience. Be guided by a local Maori guide on this 2 hour tour set in the Te Puia thermal valley and enjoy a delicious traditional kāinga waru pudding cooked in their natural hot spring.Accommodation - Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua
Day 5: Rotorua/Taupo
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - With lots to see and do in Rotorua, get out and explore!Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Visit the mighty Huka falls. With more than 220,000 litres of water per second flowing over an 11 metre high waterfall, these impressive falls are an attraction not to be missed.Activity - Escape from hectic life for a while and enjoy the breathtaking views from Lake Taupo. Listen to the experienced skippers and learn about the history of the lake. Give the crew a hand hoisting the sails or take a step back and soak in the views. Take a dip and swim in the crystal-clear waters of the largest freshwater lake in Australasia (weather dependent).Accommodation - Based by the Lake
Day 6: Taupo/Wellington
Travel to Wellington, New Zealand's capital city. Arrive early enough for a visit to the National Museum, Te Papa.
Take a short walk from our accommodation to see the sights of the central business district. Finish the day off with an optional night on the town.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Free_time - Spend some time exploring the city.Activity - Immerse yourself in the nightlife of Wellington on this night out with the group. Put those competitive hats on and play games at Blend Bar (may the best person win) and then put those dancing shoes to good use as you shimmy and shake the night away with your adventure buddies by your side. There’s no one cooler than this travel crew right here!Accommodation - Cambridge Hotel
Day 7: Wellington
Alas, your trip has come to an end. However, who says you have to go home? Why not add on another tour so you can keep exploring this stunning part of the world. After all, does anyone ever regret extending a vacation?
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
From
AUD $1799
Duration: 7 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Average
Now's the time to explore New Zealand on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. New Zealand’s North Island may be the smaller of the two, but what it lacks in size, it makes up for in adventure.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 23 May 2026
Customer Reviews
12/29/2023
Because the trip was well planned and the group size was appropriate.
12/29/2023
The activities were perfect, it was very stress free as a traveler, and Benji was absolutely legendary
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
12/29/2023
Because the trip was well planned and the group size was appropriate.
12/29/2023
The activities were perfect, it was very stress free as a traveler, and Benji was absolutely legendary
12/22/2023
Good time, saw a lot of things/made the most out of the time gad
12/15/2023
Especially when travelling by yourself, this is an incredible opportunity to have a great time in a new country. I also enjoyed the fact that I didn't have to plan anything which was basically a vacation for my brain. However, with a bus full of people you're travelling with, I wasnt able to do everything I really wanted to do (you offer a lot of options to choose from, however to do anything besides the given options was difficult to include with the schedule). But I guess this just a little disadvantage of travelling with a group. To be able to enjoy a trip with other people was a big plus for me.
12/15/2023
Well organized, wide variety of tour options, quality guides
12/01/2023
it's not for everybody but I love it. The trip delivered a good experience I think for all
11/24/2023
There was no organisation required on my part, everything ran smoothly with absolutely no stress, country recommend enough!
11/24/2023
The tour was absolutely unreal and provided anything and everything you could have asked for. From the best tour guides, a wide array of activities to participate in, and plenty of insider experience into the things to do in New Zealand was absolutely incredible experience that I will never forget
11/24/2023
A good way to go travelling without have to worry about too much as everything is pretty much planned for you.
11/24/2023
I had such an amazing time I can't wait to do another tour!!!!
11/17/2023
Very well organised, CEO Brittany was amazing with pre-booking activities and food so there was nothing I wasn't able to do. Also the drive was broken up with lots of little stops that made in feel shorter
11/17/2023
Had an amazing time on the tour - CEO (Brittany) was very knowledgeable and always had great activity detail + recommendations for food etc.
11/17/2023
Overall, enjoyable activities each day.
10/20/2023
These kind of tours are Good for getting a lot done in a short period of time, it is well organised and you do the main bits. However it can be more rushed and intense than travelling and organising it by yourself where you can space things out more. However, it is good to meet new people from around the world and have the peace of mind of things organised and local knowledge etc...
10/06/2023
Informative guides, great locations
09/29/2023
Great experiences, felt secure and safe the whole trip. Had an amazing tour guide
09/29/2023
To gain confidence in solo and travel in general.
09/29/2023
We got to see many places without worrying about organization
09/29/2023
Couldn't have been run better. Jack was an awesome CEO
09/29/2023
Jack did a great a job of managing everyone! He was a fantastic driver, guide and made this trip such a wonderful experience
09/29/2023
Jack did a great a job of managing everyone! He was a fantastic driver, guide and made this trip such a wonderful experience
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