Grand Walking Tours in New Zealand

There are many great reasons to choose an active holiday in New Zealand. Walking through the drastically changing landscapes of the North and South islands is probably the best way to discover the unique beauty of this remote country. Here is a land of dramatic mountains, rivers and fjords, the terrain plunging up from the depths of the Pacific Ocean. It's easy for visitors to feel that they are somewhere very different to the rest of the planet, somewhere perched on the edge. Grand walking tours will offer different itineraries and different ways of seeing New Zealand, walking being the only constant. Here is a brief overview of what visitors might expect to see.

Auckland

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As the largest city in New Zealand, walking tours of the country often begin in Auckland. It's well worth exploring - regularly voted one of the world's very best cities to live in, and popular amongst New Zealanders. Walks in the area include plenty that will offer brilliant views of the city's impressive buildings and surrounding landscapes.

Rotorua

Heading south from Auckland, visitors can visit Rotorua, for some of the most iconic and dramatic sights of New Zealand. Walking in the area, visitors can discover the famous geothermal activity that includes geysers and hot mud pools. One of the most popular tourist sites in the area is the famous buried village of Te Wairoa, which was overcome by a volcanic eruption in 1886.

Tongariro National Park

Further south still, visitors can discover the stunning Tongariro National Park, undoubtedly one of the most beautiful places in the world. Now recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the park is home to both natural wonders and important cultural sites connected closely with the island's indigenous Māori population. For those looking for a really adventurous walk, the national park is also home to the volcanic mountains of Ruapehu, Ngauruhoe and Tongariro.

Wellington

Dominating the south-western tip of the North Island, the capital city is also well worth exploring. Another of the cities that regularly make it on to the top 10 lists at the end of each year, Wellington is modern and vibrant - a great place to rest weary feet before jetting off to the South Island.

Queenstown

Travelling across much of the South Island, visitors will arrive in the resort of Queenstown, located on the edge of the beautiful Lake Wakatipu. The town and the lake provide great access to the mountains in the region which has become one of the world's most popular destinations for extreme sports - including paragliding and bungy jumping for those who want a break from walking!

Tony Maniscalco is the Sales and Marketing Manager for Ramblers Worldwide Holidays. We over 250 guided group walking holidays in over 65 different countries. Join us and walk Australia with Ramblers Worldwide Holidays, to experience scenic locations & landscapes at the best value prices.

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