Choose Your Own Adventure
New Zealand
The vast majority of activities on you tour are planned for the whole group. However, at a few key points on your tour we want empower YOU to choose your own adventure!
Simply review the options below and then schedule a time with your travel concierge team to review and book your custom CYOA activities. We are happy to expound on these possibilities and answer any questions at that time.
Day 1
En Route
Enplane for New Zealand
Day 2
Christchurch
Arrival Day! Start of services - Welcome Dinner at 6PM!!
Day 3
Arthur’s Pass to Hokatika to Franz Joseph
All activities as a group - No CYOA This Day
Day 4
Franz Josef
Choose Your Own Adventure
MORNING ACTIVITY
(May not be combined with any other activity)
4 hours (approx.)
On this Franz Josef Glacier helicopter tour and hike, land atop the glacier and explore ice caves and pinnacles with a small group. Soar above New Zealand’s Southern Alps during a scenic flight, then grab your crampons and make your way through dramatic ice formations during a moderately difficult hike.
Numbers are limited to 11 to ensure personalized attention from your expert guide. Franz Josef Glacier helicopter tour and walk Take in beautiful glacier views from the air by helicopter Explore the ice with your guide and gain insight into the geological forces at play Marvel at the stunning landscape on your moderately difficult hike Tour includes all hiking equipment.
Meet your guide at the centrally located tour base in Franz Josef at one of several morning departure times available. You’re given a safety orientation and provided with protective gear including Gore-tex jacket, trousers, woolen hat, gloves and leather boots with crampons in preparation for your Franz Joseph Glacier tour. Then hop into the helicopter for stunning aerial views over New Zealand’s scenic Southern Alps and surrounding area—a magnificent sight to behold.
After a brief flight, experience a gentle yet thrilling landing atop the mighty Franz Josef Glacier. Ice axe in hand, set off on foot with your guide past ice formations that protrude alongside ice caves, pinnacles, and seracs. Explore the dramatic landscape as you hike past mazes of ice and deep blue crevasses along the glacier. With insight from your guide, understand the various geological forces at play in this otherworldly environment.
At the conclusion of your glacier hike, return to Franz Josef by helicopter.
$394 per person
MORNING ACTIVITY
(May be combined with Hike To The Glacier)
20 minute flight & one hour tour
Rise to the sky above Franz Josef in one of the modern helicopters as your pilot takes you on a once-in-a-lifetime experience. From sea level rising to the heart of the magnificent Southern Alps, this flight explores the awe-inspiring ice falls of the Franz Josef Glacier. See the stunning ice features, cracks and crevasses from above.
Your flight also includes a snow landing, an excellent opportunity to really take in the surroundings and breathe the clean alpine air as you get your feet on pristine white snow. Climb back aboard the helicopter for the descending flight, landing back in the Franz Josef township.
$203 per person
MORNING ACTIVITY
(May be combined with Glacier Heli Snow Landing)
Note – will not be hiking on the glacier
Hike to the glacier wall of Franz Josef & Fox Glaciers + visit Lake Matheson.
Included – simply confirm with the concierge team & we will make the arrangements.
Day 5
West Coast View of Mt. Cook / Haast Pass / A Local’s Stop!
All activities as a group - No CYOA This Day
Day 6
Wanaka Tree / Lavender Farm / Winery Tour / Local Art!
All activities as a group - No CYOA This Day
Day 7
EXTREME ADVENTURE! — Bungee Jumping / Jet Boating / 4x4 !
Choose Your Own Adventure
MORNING-ONLY ACTIVITY
(You may also choose an afternoon activity)
1 hours 30 minutes
Queenstown is home to the best bungee jumps, cliff jumps, giant swings and zip-lines in New Zealand. Challenge yourself and choose your jump!
- 43m Bungy
- Water Touch
- Tandem Option
$220 per person
MORNING-ONLY ADVENTURE
(You may also choose an afternoon activity)
1 hours 30 minutes
It is free for spectators to check out Bungy Jumping and get amongst the awesome atmosphere bungy centre.
AFTERNOON-ONLY ADVENTURE
(You may also choose a morning activity)
1 hour total experience (25 minute ride)
Prepare yourself for the ultimate jet boating experience. A unique, breathtaking white water ride and adrenaline rush you’ll never forget.
Included – simply confirm with the concierge team & we will make the arrangements.
AFTERNOON-ONLY ADVENTURE
(You may also choose a morning activity)
3-hour tour both on and in the water
The trip features the full jet boating experience and a custom 4WD off-road tour. Explore the abandoned gold mining area of the Arrow river with film locations from the ‘Lord of the Rings’.
Included – simply confirm with the concierge team & we will make the arrangements.
AFTERNOON-ONLY ADVENTURE
(You may also choose a morning activity)
(Choose this option in lieu of Jet Boating)
Short hike on the Morningstar Trail in Arthurs Gorge Scenic Reserve followed by a brew at Canyon Brewing.
Included – simply confirm with the concierge team & we will make the arrangements.
Day 8
CYOA Day! — Sky Diving / Rafting / Hiking / Shopping - Oh My!
Choose Your Own Adventure
MORNING-ONLY ACTIVITY
5 hours (approx.)
Queenstown’s famous Shotover River provides whitewater rafting action for those looking for extra excitement and thrills. Experience the rugged beauty of the Skippers Canyon as you conquer the wild and untamed Shotover River.
Tackle the thunderous ‘Mother’ rapids, a series of six grade 4-5 rapids, before the journey through the darkness of the 170-metre long Oxenbridge Tunnel. Shoot the drop into Cascade Rapid to complete your whitewater rafting challenge.
What’s included
- White water rafting down the Shotover River
- Safety briefing, professional guides
- All necessary equipment- wetsuit, life jacket, spray jacket, booties, helmet
- Courtesy coach transfers from centrally located meeting point
- Hot showers
What’s not included
- Food and drinks
$220 per person
Befitting its reputation as the birthplace of tandem sky diving in New Zealand, Queenstown is the perfect place to “jump out of a perfectly good airplane.”
- Up to 25 seconds freefall at speeds of 200km/hour
- 15-20 minute flight to altitude
- 3-4 minute flight under canopy
- Dramatic Queenstown scenery
$300 per person
Discover great shopping in Queenstown, with luxury brands, iconic New Zealand design stores, souvenirs, boutique fashion and adventure sports equipment.
Included – simply confirm with the concierge team & we will make the arrangements.
YOUR CHOICE: MORNING-ONLY, AFTERNOON-ONLY, OR ALL DAY
Allow WALLSabout to recommend a hike for you based on your fitness and interest.
Day 9
Fiordland National Park & Milford Sound
All activities as a group - No CYOA This Day
Day 10
Milford Sound to Queenstown
All activities as a group - No CYOA This Day
Day 11
Milford Sound to Queenstown
All activities as a group - No CYOA This Day
Day 12
Bid Farewell to New Friends
Departure day- No CYOA This Day
Day 13
En Route Home
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