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Jump on the Stray bus and discover the real New Zealand, with (almost) everything you could wish for! From the Far North to the very Far South, the Maximus Pass includes nearly the whole Stray travel network - leaving off the summer-only East Cape. Want to do it all? Choose the Everywhere pass. The pass route is a loop, which means you can start and finish anywhere you would like. We recommend at least 5 weeks to get the most out of your trip and to allow some time to hop-off and explore your favourite destinations for longer.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT..
- With the freedom to start and finish anywhere you wish, cover both islands, from very North and far South on this Hop-On Hop-Off bus loop route including:
- Auckland, Paihia, Reinga, Hahei, Rotorua, Raglan (Beach Hopper), Lake Aniwhenua, Blue Duck Station, Raetihi, Wellington, Westport, Marahau, Franz Josef, Wanaka, Queenstown, Gunn's Camp, Invercargill / Stewart Island, Aoraki/Mt Cook, Christchurch, Kaikoura
- Our favourite highlights include:
- Stay at Hahei beach, an idyllic spot in the Coromandel, within walking distance to Cathedral Cove
- Stay at an eco-lodge, built in native bush in Raglan – overlooking New Zealand’s black sand, premier surf beach
- Spend two nights at Blue Duck Station, an award-winning conservation farm and get hands-on with some wilderness activities!
- Discover history and culture not yet touched by the hand of commercialism at Lake Aniwhenua - it's also your chance to try a traditionally cooked hangi dinner
- Stay beachfront on the golden sands at the edge of Abel Tasman National Par
- See the stunning fiord of Milford Sound and stay at historic Gunn’s Camp
- Stay at the base of New Zealand's highest mountain, Mount Cook/Aoraki
- Spend at least five weeks to get the most out of your trip and to allow some time to hop-off and explore your favourite destinations for longer
- Enjoy your pass for 12 months with a fully flexible start date
- Travel on comfortable private buses with Stray Driver Guides, who offer invaluable local knowledge and assist with booking activities and accommodation on your behalf
Jump on the Stray bus and discover the real New Zealand, with (almost) everything you could wish for! From the Far North to the very Far South, the Maximus Pass includes nearly the whole Stray travel network - leaving off the summer-only East Cape. Want to do it all? Choose the Everywhere pass. The pass route is a loop, which means you can start and finish anywhere you would like. We recommend at least 5 weeks to get the most out of your trip and to allow some time to hop-off and explore your favourite destinations for longer.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT..
- With the freedom to start and finish anywhere you wish, cover both islands, from very North and far South on this Hop-On Hop-Off bus loop route including:
- Auckland, Paihia, Reinga, Hahei, Rotorua, Raglan (Beach Hopper), Lake Aniwhenua, Blue Duck Station, Raetihi, Wellington, Westport, Marahau, Franz Josef, Wanaka, Queenstown, Gunn's Camp, Invercargill / Stewart Island, Aoraki/Mt Cook, Christchurch, Kaikoura
- Our favourite highlights include:
- Stay at Hahei beach, an idyllic spot in the Coromandel, within walking distance to Cathedral Cove
- Stay at an eco-lodge, built in native bush in Raglan – overlooking New Zealand’s black sand, premier surf beach
- Spend two nights at Blue Duck Station, an award-winning conservation farm and get hands-on with some wilderness activities!
- Discover history and culture not yet touched by the hand of commercialism at Lake Aniwhenua - it's also your chance to try a traditionally cooked hangi dinner
- Stay beachfront on the golden sands at the edge of Abel Tasman National Par
- See the stunning fiord of Milford Sound and stay at historic Gunn’s Camp
- Stay at the base of New Zealand's highest mountain, Mount Cook/Aoraki
- Spend at least five weeks to get the most out of your trip and to allow some time to hop-off and explore your favourite destinations for longer
- Enjoy your pass for 12 months with a fully flexible start date
- Travel on comfortable private buses with Stray Driver Guides, who offer invaluable local knowledge and assist with booking activities and accommodation on your behalf
IS THIS TRIP FOR YOU?
Soak in the culture and vibe of New Zealand's capital city. Fill up on superb coffee and tasty cuisine and school yourself at the Te Papa, NZ's National Museum.
Cruise the ‘wild’ West Coast; recently rated one of the top ten drives in the world. Visit a seal colony and watch the baby seals playing in the rock pools.
Go to the very bottom of New Zealand, a special place that time hasn't touched. Search for kiwi birds or, if the solar winds are right you might see the Aurora Australis (Southern Lights).
FEED YOUR WANDERLUST:
You want to see the world, escape for a short while, explore a destination and experience new cultures, food and fun! Not sure where, when, how or how much? Let us inspire you and help you on your way! Check out the adventures your fellow travellers have experienced - feed your wanderlust!
TRAVEL ADVICE:
How to deal with jet lag - Jet lag on long-haul flights - how to beat it? Before flying, stay up later or go to bed earlier for 2-3 days before your trip to help minimise the time difference shock on landing. Drink only water on flights, and drink or pack some electrolytes prior to long-haul flights. Try to get into the new time zone on the flight, by using the entertainment system on board. When you arrive; if it's morning, don't sleep but keep active all day. This guarantees you'll sleep that night and avoid sleeping in the following day. Repeat this process for 2-3 days and drink lots of water!
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