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18 Day 'Ruru' National Select Tour

18 days
From Auckland to Christchurch
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Explorer
Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 6 - 24
Age range 12 to 99
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Highlights

  • Explore Auckland, the city of volcanoes
  • Experience Rotorua's geothermal wonders
  • Discover Maori culture at Kohutapu Lodge
  • Hike the famous Tongariro Alpine Crossing
  • Cruise through the stunning Milford Sound

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Auckland to Rotorua
  2. Day 2 Rotorua
  3. Day 3 Rotorua to Lake Aniwhenua
  4. Day 4 Lake Aniwhenua to Blue Duck Station
  5. Day 5 Blue Duck Station
  6. Day 6 Blue Duck Station to Ohakune
  7. Day 7 Ohakune to Wellington
  8. Day 8 Wellington to Marahau (Abel Tasman)
  9. Day 9 Marahau (Abel Tasman)
  10. Day 10 Marahau (Abel Tasman) to Hokitika
  11. Day 11 Hokitika to Franz Josef Glacier
  12. Day 12 Franz Josef Glacier
  13. Day 13 Franz Josef Glacier to Queenstown
  14. Day 14 Milford Sound Day Trip
  15. Day 15 Queenstown
  16. Day 16 Queenstown to Mount Cook
  17. Day 17 Mount Cook to Christchurch
  18. Day 18 Depart Christchurch
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What's Included

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  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

  • Insurance

Operated by

Stray Travel

Number of tours

16

Age Range

17 to 70 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

100%

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Customer Reviews

  • Fong
    · May 18th, 2025
    Itinerary was OK but should include more options for people not participating in the included tours. The guide was very informative and helpful - highly recommended.
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  • Peter
    · April 15th, 2025
    A wonderful tour of the South Island under the guidance of the brilliant Jacob Carr. Amazing scenery with a warm and friendly environment in the knowledgeable hands of Jacob, who ensured the requirements of the group were first and foremost.
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  • phil
    · April 9th, 2025
    Brilliant guide, Nicole. Well planned. Very interesting tour
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Dates & Availability

18 days
18 Day 'Ruru' National Select Tour
From Auckland to Christchurch

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    Louis

    Asked on May 31st, 2024

    What is the cost if I am traveling solo?

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    • Stray TravelOperatorWritten June 2024

      At the moment, we are having a 10% off promotion. The price of a private room on this departure date is $7528.50 NZD.

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    Danielle

    Asked on October 14th, 2023

    Is he able to join this adventure without an adult? Anja's son is very independent.

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    • Stray TravelOperatorWritten October 2023

      We can only accept under 18-year-olds travelling with a parent/guardian.

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    Rachael

    Asked on September 16th, 2023

    How many people need to sign up for this tour before it is confirmed? I want to book my flights soon and they will depend on whether the tour is a go.

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      Rachael

      TravelerWritten September 2023

      Do you have any idea when the tour can be guaranteed, based on past years of bookings? I want to take this tour prior to a work engagement in Australia and my employer wants me to book my flights now.

    • Stray TravelOperatorWritten September 2023

      This tour should be guaranteed by October/November as it's a summer departure.

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      Rachael

      TravelerWritten October 2023

      I just checked your website and it states: "Ruru Tour departures until 4th April 2024 are ALL GUARANTEED!" Is this correct?

    • Stray TravelOperatorWritten October 2023

      Yes our team have guaranteed all these tours now!

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    Bruce

    Asked on December 4th, 2022

    Is the trip starting 12th Jan available?

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    • Stray TravelOperatorWritten December 2022

      Our next possible booking for the Ruru tour is February or April.

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    Rachel

    Asked on July 7th, 2022

    How many people are currently booked on the tour and how many are required for the tour to be guaranteed to depart? Can you match the price so we can proceed with the booking?

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    • Stray TravelOperatorWritten July 2022

      This tour isn't yet guaranteed, however if you'd like to secure your seat with a deposit we can absolutely do that. Ages of people on the tour vary, however we don't request date of birth when booking so I don't have data for this specific tour.

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      Rachel

      TravelerWritten July 2022

      If the tour does not go ahead, what is the cancellation policy for this with yourselves?

    • Stray TravelOperatorWritten July 2022

      If the tour doesn't go ahead, you would receive a full refund.

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    • For any tour departing before July 17th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 17th, 2025, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Stray Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 35 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Stray Travel will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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