New Zealand Amplified (Northbound)

New Zealand Amplified (Northbound)

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$3355

New Zealand Amplified (Northbound)

19 Days Starting in Christchurch and ending in Auckland

Visiting: Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Queenstown, Queenstown , Queenstown / Wanaka, Wanaka / Franz Josef, Franz Josef , Hokitika / Christchurch, Christchurch / Kaikoura, Kaikoura / Wellington, Wellington / Taupo, Taupo, Murupara , Rotorua, Coromandel Peninsula, Coromandel Peninsula / Auckland, Auckland

Tour operator:

Intrepid Travel

Tour code:

PHRXC

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 16

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

18-99 years

Tour operated in:

English
From: $3355

NB: Prices correct on 07-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Today is a free day to explore Christchurch at your own pace. Maybe chill out in the Botanic Gardens to see some of the native plants, or stop by the Canterbury Museum to learn about the region’s cultural heritage. Tonight, you’ll have another welcome meeting at a 6 pm to meet the new travellers joining you for the next leg of your adventure. After, why not head out to dinner at a local restaurant and get to know each other better. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Accommodation on this trip is in mixed-gender multi-share dormitory style hostels with shared facilities. We are aware of a system functionality limitation incorrectly indicating "twin-share" when you manage your booking on our website.

Highlights

  • Calling all adventure seekers! Queenstown is overflowing with adrenaline-pumping activities, so dive straight in or sit back with a glass of world-class local wine.

  • All aboard for one of the world’s most spectacular train journeys – take the famous TranzAlpine through the Southern Alps from the West Coast to Christchurch.

  • Visit a Maori village where profits from your visit are fed back into the community, learn the haka and Maori weaving before tucking into a traditional hangi dinner.

  • Experience the geothermal delights of Rotorua, watch New Zealand’s largest geyser erupt and observe adorable kiwis in a nocturnal house at a conservation centre.

  • A little piece of paradise awaits on the Coromandel Peninsula – dig your own natural hot tub on Hot Water Beach and check out the much-photographed Cathedral Cove.

  • Wander around Arrowtown – a heritage town and living historic settlement that’s perfect for exploring on foot. This town, surrounded by sometimes-snowy peaks, dates back to gold mining times and is now a popular spot with cute cafes, small shops and scenic landscapes.

  • Stand in awe of the epic Franz Josef glacier and visit a local gallery to learn about the significance of pounamu (greenstone) to Maori culture while carving your own pendant.

  • Explore Hobbiton on a guided tour, finishing with a drink at The Green Dragon – this iconic must-see location is where scenes from the Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies were filmed and is like stepping right into Middle Earth!

  • Head to a Maori village where the profits from your visit are fed back into the community, learn the haka and Maori weaving before tucking into a traditional hangi dinner.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Christchurch

Location: Christchurch

Accommodation: Multi-share hostel with shared facilities

Kia Ora! Welcome to New Zealand. Your adventure begins in Christchurch – the largest city in the South Island. After being rocked by an earthquake in 2011, much of Christchurch’s downtown has been destroyed, but there are now tonnes of examples of the cool and creative ways the locals rebuilt what was lost across the city. One of the best examples of this is the Christchurch Cathedral – rebuilt out of cardboard, this is now one of the city’s most interesting architectural features. Tonight, you’ll have a welcome meeting at 6 pm to get to know your leader and group. After, why not head out for dinner at one of the city’s excellent restaurants.

Day 2: Lake Tekapo

Location: Lake Tekapo

Accommodation: Multi-share hostel with shared facilities

Meals Included: breaksfast

This morning, head out with your local leader to get to know Christchurch. After exploring some of the sites, it’s time to get on the road and drive to Lake Tekapo – this spot is a designated Dark Sky Reserve and the lake is a truly stunning sight, with its bright blue waters and surrounding mountains. Keep an eye out for newlyweds snapping pictures in front of the Church of the Good Shepherd, which boasts one of the world’s most gorgeous backdrops! Night fall reveals a whole new side of Tekapo – this is one of the top spots in the country for stargazing, so if the weather’s right, maybe set your gaze up to the glittering stars above.

Included Activities:
-Lake Tekapo - Visit the Church of the Good Shepherd
-Christchurch - City Tour

Optional Activities:
-Lake Tekapo - Tekapo Springs Hot Pool
-The Crater Experience
-The Summit Experience

Day 3: Queenstown

Location: Queenstown

Accommodation: Multi-share hostel with shared facilities

Meals Included: breaksfast

Rise and shine! If you’d like to really embrace the morning, maybe take a hike to the summit of Mt John for views of the Southern Alps. If you skip the walk, don’t worry, there’s still plenty of incredible views to be seen today. You’ll drive past the tussock lands of the Mackenzie Basin and the snow-dusted peaks of the Southern Alps today, as you travel down to Queenstown, making plenty of photo-worthy stops along the way. Swing by the Kawarau Gorge, where you’ll have the chance to take the plunge with a bungy jump if you’re feeling brave! Arrive in the adventure capital of the world and your home for the next two nights. Whether you’re into high-adrenaline experiences or sitting back with a glass of wine, Queenstown is sure to tick all your boxes.

Included Activities:
-Queenstown - Kawarau Gorge

Optional Activities:
-Lake Tekapo - Hike up Mt John - Free
-Queenstown - Kawarau Bridge Bungy

Day 4: Queenstown

Location: Queenstown

Accommodation: Multi-share hostel with shared facilities

The day is yours to experience all Queenstown has to offer. If you want to get your heart racing, look no further! Paragliding, jet boating, mountain biking, canyon swinging and bungy jumping could all be on the cards for you today – just speak to your leader. For scenery lovers, a day trip to Milford Sound is a must. Sail past outstanding mountains and plunging waterfalls as you cruise down the fiord - these views cannot be missed! For Lord of the Rings fans, maybe take a 4WD adventure through landscapes where some of the film’s scenes were shot. If you’re a wine lover, this is one of the top wine-producing regions in the world and there’s no shortage of fantastic wineries where you can sample some for yourself.

Optional Activities:
-Queenstown - Canyoning
-Queenstown - Shotover River Jet Boat Ride
-Queenstown - Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour
-Queenstown - Canyon Swing - from
-Queenstown - Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Day Trip
-Queenstown - Milford Sound Coach-Cruise-Coach Day Trip
-Queenstown - Skydiving - from
-Queenstown - Nevis Bungy
-Queenstown - Milford Sound Coach-Cruise-Fly Day Trip
-Queenstown - Skyline Gondola
-Queenstown - Dart River Funyaks - from
-Queenstown - Time Tripper

Day 5: Queenstown / Wanaka

Location: Queenstown / Wanaka

Accommodation: Multi-share hostel with shared facilities

Meals Included: breaksfast

Take the morning to tick off anything you didn’t get to see or do yesterday, then leave Queenstown in the rear-view mirror and begin the super scenic drive across the Crown Range to Wanaka. Along the way, stop off in the little gold-rush town of Arrowtown, where the high street’s historic facades make it easy to imagine what life here once looked like. Take a walk around this gorgeous town, then continue to the huge Lake Wanaka – the star of the show. With the surrounding mountains, there’s no doubt this is one of the most attractive towns in New Zealand. Hit a hiking trail, explore on a bike or find a cosy cafe to admire the view.

Included Activities:
-Arrowtown - Village visit

Optional Activities:
-Wanaka - Happy Hour on the Lake

Day 6: Wanaka / Franz Josef

Location: Wanaka / Franz Josef

Accommodation: Multi-share hostel with shared facilities

Meals Included: breaksfast

Soak up a free morning to explore Wanaka at your own pace. Maybe take a bike ride along the shores of Lake Wanaka or get on the water and cruise to Mou Waho Island, where you’ll find an island in a lake on an island in a lake! There are heaps of beautiful short walks in the area, and a visit to the famous #thatwanakatree is a must. Depart Wanaka in the afternoon and venture further north, stopping off at a lookout point over either Lake Wanaka or Lake Hawea, depending on conditions. Grab a window seat as you pass the impressive waterfalls of the Haast Pass and the spectacular coastline (your leader will make a few special stops along the way too!). Arrive to Franz Josef village – your base for the evening.

Included Activities:
-West Coast - Haast Pass
-West Coast - Lake Hawea Lookout

Optional Activities:
-Wanaka - Mou Waho Island Cruise & Guided Nature Walk
-Wanaka - Skydiving - from
-Wanaka - Mou Waho Island Cruise
-Wanaka - Waterfall Climbing - from

Day 7: Franz Josef

Location: Franz Josef

Accommodation: Multi-share hostel with shared facilities

Meals Included: breaksfast

Franz Josef is where glaciers and soaring peaks make a spectacular background to the slow-paced, daily life. This part of the country is known as Te Wahi Pounamu, meaning ‘the place of greenstone’, due to the region’s abundance of this culturally and spiritually significant stone. Visit a local gallery and carve your own pendant while learning about pounamu’s importance to Maori culture. This afternoon, if you’d like to get closer to the Franz Josef Glacier, speak to your leader about the option of booking a helicopter ride to drop you on the snow, where you can hike over the glacier’s surface. There’s also the chance to kayak over a glacial lake or chill out in natural hot springs. No matter how you choose to spend the day here, it’s sure to be a good one!

Included Activities:
-Franz Josef - Carve your own Pounamu Necklace

Optional Activities:
-Franz Josef - Glacier Lake Kayaking
-Franz Josef - Glacier Heli Hike
-Franz Josef - Heli Experience with Snow Landing
-Franz Josef - Skydiving - from

Day 8: Hokitika / Christchurch

Location: Hokitika / Christchurch

Accommodation: Multi-share hostel with shared facilities

Meals Included: breaksfast

Travel up the wild and wet West Coast, where the country’s highest annual rainfall means the landscapes are unbelievably green, standing in striking contrast to the blues of the ocean. Stop off in the town of Hokitika and pop into a pounamu factory where you’ll have the chance to pick up any final souvenirs to remember your trip. If time allows, you may visit a kiwi centre, where kiwi birds can be observed in a nocturnal house. Drive on through Arthur’s Pass on your way back to Christchurch and enjoy the mountain scenery (making a couple of stops along the way for photos). Arrive to Christchurch in the evening and maybe head out for dinner and drinks with your group.

Included Activities:
-Hokitika - Mountain Jade Greenstone Factory

Day 9: Christchurch

Location: Christchurch

Accommodation: Multi-share hostel with shared facilities

Meals Included: breaksfast

Today is a free day to explore Christchurch at your own pace. Maybe chill out in the Botanic Gardens or go and see the Christchurch Cathedral – made entirely out of cardboard after the earthquake in 2011, this is a great example of the ingenuity of the locals. Tonight, you’ll have another welcome meeting at a 6 pm to meet the new travellers joining you for the next leg of your adventure. After, why not head out to dinner at a local restaurant and get to know each other better.

Day 10: Christchurch / Kaikoura

Location: Christchurch / Kaikoura

Accommodation: Multi-share hostel with shared facilities

Meals Included: breaksfast

Today, leave the city behind and make tracks for Kaikoura – a seaside town known for its rugged mountain scenery and abundance of marine life. When you arrive, maybe get to know the town’s most famous creatures. You may like to set out on a trip to swim with dolphins in their natural habitat – dusky dolphins, hectors dolphins and common dolphins are all regularly seen around these parts. Kaikoura is one of the best spots in the world for whale watching, with humpbacks, orcas and sperm whales often sighted on whale watching cruises. Stop by a seal colony to watch endearing fur seals go about their business.

Included Activities:
-Kaikoura - Visit to a Seal Colony

Optional Activities:
-Kaikoura - Wildlife Kayaking
-Kaikoura - Whale Watching
-Kaikoura - Dolphin Encounter
-Kaikoura - Albatross Encounter

Day 11: Kaikoura / Wellington

Location: Kaikoura / Wellington

Accommodation: Multi-share hostel with shared facilities

Meals Included: breaksfast

Take the morning to soak in the scenery of Kaikoura before heading north to Picton. Take a stroll around this harbour town and perhaps pick up a bite to eat before boarding the ferry to Wellington. Crossing the Cook Strait is one of the world’s most scenic ferry rides – watch as the vast landscapes of the Marlborough Sounds unfold along a beautiful coastline, making way for sweeping vineyards and open skies. Arrive in Wellington, New Zealand’s capital city, known for its amazing food and craft beer scene. Tonight, be sure to ask your leader for tips on where to pick up a great brew.

Included Activities:
-Marlborough - Cook Strait Ferry Crossing

Day 12: Wellington / Taupo

Location: Wellington / Taupo

Accommodation: Multi-share hostel with shared facilities

Meals Included: breaksfast

Wellington is as cool and creative as it is windy (and it’s thought to be the windiest city in the world!). Your leader will show you around the capital this morning. Depending on the interests of the group, this may include a visit to Weta Workshop of Lord of the Rings fame, the parliament buildings, cable car and Mt Victoria. Then it’s time to leave the city behind and drive on to Taupo, sitting on the shores of Lake Taupo – New Zealand’s largest lake. This drive is a perfect introduction to the wild and varied landscapes of the North Island – pass by the arid scenes of the Rangipo Desert and the soaring volcanic peaks of Mount Ruapehu, Mount Tongariro and Mount Ngauruhoe. Arrive in Taupo in the evening. With calm waters fringed by mountains, this is one of the prettiest spots in the country.

Included Activities:
-Wellington - Mount Victoria Lookout
-Tongariro National Park - Scenic Drive

Optional Activities:
-Wellington - Weta Workshop Cave Tour

Day 13: Taupo

Location: Taupo

Accommodation: Multi-share hostel with shared facilities

The day is yours to enjoy all Taupo has to offer. Chill out lakeside to soak in the inspiring views or get active and take on one of the awesome hiking trails in the area. If you’re feeling extra adventurous, the Tongariro Crossing in the nearby Tongariro National Park is considered one of the best one-day walks in the world (but it’s not for the faint hearted!). Carved into the cliff faces surrounding Lake Taupo you’ll find 14-metre-tall Maori artwork that can only be accessed by boat. Want to relax and unwind? A visit to the natural hot pools at Otumuheke Stream is a must! However you decide to spend the day, it’s sure to be one to remember.

Optional Activities:
-Taupo - Skydive - from
-Taupo - Water Touch Bungy
-Taupo - Tongariro Crossing Return Shuttle to/from Trail Head (Nov-Apr only)
-Taupo - Lake Taupo Sailing Adventure

Day 14: Murupara

Location: Murupara

Accommodation: Multi-share hostel with shared facilities

Meals Included: breaksfast, dinner

Travel today to the Kohutapu Lodge in Murupara – most proceeds from the activities you take part in here are fed back into the local community. You’ll be greeted by a Maori elder who will show you around the Ngati Manawa Tribal Lands while sharing the history and culture of this tribe. Meet with other members of the village and learn a famous haka war dance, then weave a plate for tonight’s dinner out of flax plants. Dinner tonight is one for the books – tuck into a traditional hangi meal, cooked underground to create a delicious, earthy flavour.

Included Activities:
-Murupara - Learn to Weave Flax
-Murupara - Hangi Dinner
-Murupara - Village Tour with Maori Elder
-Murupara - Learn the Haka

Day 15: Rotorua

Location: Rotorua

Accommodation: Multi-share hostel with shared facilities

Meals Included: breaksfast

Your journey continues as you drive north towards Rotorua, known for its geothermal activity and the pervasive sulphur smell it lends the town. Fluorescent lakes, bubbling mud pools, active volcanoes and dramatic geysers punctuate the landscape here, making it feel like you’re on another planet. Stop off at a thermal park to get your first look at Rotorua’s otherworldly landscapes, then continue into the town where your leader will show you around the Government Gardens and pleasant lakefront. End the day with a visit to the Te Puia Maori Village, where you’ll get firsthand insight into Maori culture. You’ll also have the chance to see Pohutu, New Zealand’s largest geyser, in action – this is a sight that will blow you away! A visit to the kiwi conservation centre will allow you to observe this endearing nocturnal bird as it behaves at night.

Included Activities:
-Rotorua - Visit Te Puia Maori Village
-Rotorua - Pohutu Geyser

Day 16: Rotorua

Location: Rotorua

Accommodation: Multi-share hostel with shared facilities

Meals Included: breaksfast

There’s so much to see and do in Rotorua, so today is free to discover it all. Have a chat to your local leader for tips on how to get the most out of your day here. You may like to take a stroll through Kuirau Park, surrounded by bubbling and boiling mud pools. If you feel like getting your heart racing, the Kaituna River is one of the world’s top white water rafting destinations. Choose to head deep into one of New Zealand’s most ancient forests for an exhilarating eco canopy adventure, learning about the native wildlife and ecology as you zipline from tree to tree. Or take a guided kayak trip where you’ll enjoy a fun-filled evening of hot pools (which are only accessible by boat), BBQ dinner and paddling through magical glow worm caves.

Optional Activities:
-Rotorua - River Sledging
-Rotorua - Guided Glowworm Kayak, Hot Pools & Dinner
-Rotorua - Forest Ziplining Canopy Tour - from - (3.5hrs)
-Rotorua - Whitewater Rafting
-Rotorua - ZORB - from

Day 17: Coromandel Peninsula

Location: Coromandel Peninsula

Accommodation: Multi-share hostel with shared facilities

Meals Included: breaksfast

Start the day with a visit to Hobbiton – the absolute must-do when in New Zealand. On a fully guided tour of the set where scenes from Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit were shot, you’ll see Hobbit Holes and the Mill, finishing up with a drink at the Green Dragon Inn. This afternoon, head to the Coromandel Peninsula – a land of beaches and lush rainforests. Take a walk along the clifftops and down to Cathedral Cove, one of the region’s most beautiful and photogenic spots – the rock arches, columns and pristine beaches are a truly impressive sight. While here you may like to take the chance to explore the coastline on a guided kayaking tour – if you do, be sure to keep an eye out for dolphins swimming alongside the boat!

Included Activities:
-Coromandel Peninsula - Cathedral Cove
-Rotorua - Hobbiton Movie Set Tour

Optional Activities:
-Coromandel Peninsula - Cathedral Cove Kayaking

Day 18: Coromandel Peninsula / Auckland

Location: Coromandel Peninsula / Auckland

Accommodation: Multi-share hostel with shared facilities

Meals Included: breaksfast

Of all the Coromandel Peninsula’s marvellous beaches, one stands out above the rest. Hot Water Beach is made famous by the warm waters that run beneath its sand, meaning all you need to do to make your own hot tub is dig a hole. Visit at low tide and get digging – unwinding in a natural hot tub on the beach is an experience second to none. Complete the final stretch of your journey as you travel to Auckland – New Zealand’s biggest city is in a great spot, meaning you’re never far from the water. The dining and nightlife scene is up there with the best of them, so as it’s your last night together, you may like to head out for dinner with the group to celebrate.

Included Activities:
-Coromandel Peninsula - Hot Water Beach

Day 19: Auckland

Location: Auckland

Meals Included: breaksfast

Your adventure comes to an end this morning after breakfast. If you’d like to spend more time getting to know Auckland, just get in touch ahead of time to arrange extra accommodation.

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    Multi-share hostel with shared facilities (18 nights)

  • Lake Tekapo - Visit the Church of the Good Shepherd

  • Christchurch - City Tour

  • Queenstown - Kawarau Gorge

  • Arrowtown - Village visit

  • West Coast - Haast Pass

  • West Coast - Lake Hawea Lookout

  • Franz Josef - Carve your own Pounamu Necklace

  • Greymouth - Tranz Alpine Train Journey

  • Hokitika - Mountain Jade Greenstone Factory

  • Kaikoura - Visit to a Seal Colony

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What's Not Included

  • Tipping and Gratuities

  • International Travel

Transport

  • Private Vehicle , Ferry

Accommodation

  • ROOMING
  • Accommodation on this trip is in multi-share dormitory style hostels with shared bathrooms, on a mixed-gender basis.
  • PRIVATE ROOM SUPPLEMENT
  • A supplement for a private room is bookable on this trip, subject to availability at the time of booking. If you are a single traveller this will give you a single room, if you are travelling as a couple a double room will be allocated to you. Please note that due to the small properties we use there is only a limited amount of private room supplements available per trip departure. If you would like to book this service or enquire about availability please speak to your booking agent.

Important Information

  • 1. Accommodation on this trip is in multi-share hostels. Multishare typically includes 4-8 beds. You may be required to share with group members of a different gender, couples and non-Intrepid travellers outside of your group. People travelling together may occasionally be separated due to rooming configurations.
  • 2. A single supplement (with shared bathroom facilities) is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. If you are a single traveller this will give you a single room, if you are travelling as a couple a double room will be allocated to you. The single supplement excludes Day 14 (Murupara) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
  • 3. This trip is run by Haka Tours, an Intrepid Company. You will be travelling with a mixture of both Haka customers and Intrepid customers. Intrepid works closely with Haka Tours to ensure that all our customers enjoy their time in New Zealand.

Mode of Transport

  • Private Vehicle , Train , Ferry

Accommodation

  • ROOMING
  • Accommodation on this trip is in multi-share dormitory style hostels, on a mixed-gender basis.
  • PRIVATE ROOM SUPPLEMENT
  • A supplement for a private room is bookable on this trip, subject to availability at the time of booking. If you are a single traveller this will give you a single room, if you are travelling as a couple a double room will be allocated to you. Please note that due to the small properties we use there is only a limited amount of private room supplements available per trip departure. If you would like to book this service or enquire about availability please speak to your booking agent.

Check out our Q&As

  • Is this trip right for you

    This trip is run by Haka Tours, an Intrepid Company. You will be travelling with a mixture of both Haka customers and Intrepid customers. Intrepid works closely with Haka Tours to ensure that all our customers enjoy their time in New Zealand.

    Accommodation on this trip is in multi-share dormitory style hostels with shared facilities. We allocate single gender, 4-8 bed dorms on priority, however these are subject to availability. If single gender dorm allocation is important to you, please advise your booking agent at the time of booking. Private rooms are available on request.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Intrepid Travel has been taking travellers around the world for over 30 years

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Since 2002, The Intrepid Foundation has supported over 130 organisations across the world. We’re creating positive impact through the joy of travel, community and connection.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Over 50% of traveller travel solo with Intrepid. You can choose to share a room with another solo travelle of the same sex for no additional charge, or choose to pay a single supplement if you’d like your own room. Please request this when booking, and we will secure you a single supplement wherever possible. Please note, if you are booking a last-minute trip, it may be harder for us to secure a single room

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$3355

Monday - Friday

Mar 10, 2025 - Mar 28, 2025
$3355

Friday - Tuesday

Mar 21, 2025 - Apr 08, 2025
$3355

Friday - Tuesday

Apr 11, 2025 - Apr 29, 2025
$3355

Sunday - Thursday

May 18, 2025 - Jun 05, 2025
$3355

Saturday - Wednesday

Jun 28, 2025 - Jul 16, 2025
$3965

Friday - Tuesday

Aug 01, 2025 - Aug 19, 2025
$3965

Saturday - Wednesday

Sep 06, 2025 - Sep 24, 2025
$3965

Tuesday - Saturday

Sep 30, 2025 - Oct 18, 2025
$3965

Tuesday - Saturday

Oct 07, 2025 - Oct 25, 2025
$4125

Wednesday - Sunday

Oct 29, 2025 - Nov 16, 2025
$4125

Tuesday - Saturday

Nov 11, 2025 - Nov 29, 2025
$4125

Saturday - Wednesday

Dec 13, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025
$4280

Saturday - Wednesday

Dec 20, 2025 - Jan 07, 2026
$4280

Wednesday - Sunday

Jan 21, 2026 - Feb 08, 2026
$4280

Sunday - Thursday

Jan 25, 2026 - Feb 12, 2026
$4280

Monday - Friday

Feb 02, 2026 - Feb 20, 2026
$4280

Sunday - Thursday

Feb 15, 2026 - Mar 05, 2026
$4280

Friday - Tuesday

Feb 27, 2026 - Mar 17, 2026
$4280

Friday - Tuesday

Mar 27, 2026 - Apr 14, 2026
$4125

Wednesday - Sunday

Apr 01, 2026 - Apr 19, 2026
$4125

Thursday - Monday

Apr 23, 2026 - May 11, 2026
$4125

Friday - Tuesday

May 22, 2026 - Jun 09, 2026
$4125

Thursday - Monday

Jun 04, 2026 - Jun 22, 2026
$3965

Friday - Tuesday

Jul 03, 2026 - Jul 21, 2026
$3965

Saturday - Wednesday

Aug 01, 2026 - Aug 19, 2026
$3965

Friday - Tuesday

Aug 28, 2026 - Sep 15, 2026
$3965
Prices last published on 06-Nov-2024

Book with Confidence

  • Free Date Changes

    Intrepid Travel allows you to make 10 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 56 days before the start of the tour.

  • Transfer as credit to Future Tours

    Intrepid Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform intrepid travel, 56 days before departure.

  • Low Deposit

    Intrepid Travel requires a minimum deposit of 400 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of intrepid travel charges.

    Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 60% of booking price.

    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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