How can I see New Zealand without a car?


How can I see New Zealand without a car? New Zealand Bus Passes All New Zealand bus companies have some kind of pass system. Kiwi Experience and Stray NZ work ONLY on a bus pass system. If you want to travel with them, you will need to purchase one of their hop-on hop-off bus passes. They range in price, length of time, and destinations.


Is 10 days enough for New Zealand?

For a 10-day trip, we recommend visiting up to four or five different destinations. Our 10-day itinerary locations are some of the most popular: Auckland the City of Sails, Wellington the cultural, art and food capital, and Queenstown the home of world-class adrenaline activities.


Is vacationing in New Zealand expensive?

Is New Zealand expensive to visit? New Zealand isn't cheap! Activities, car rentals and accommodations can really add up, making a trip to New Zealand very expensive. Eating in Aotearoa, whether in restaurants or even buying things from the grocery store, can be pricy as many of their goods are imported.


Is Queenstown a tourist trap?

The biggest tourist trap and most expensive place in New Zealand is undisputably Queenstown, but there is a reason why so many people get stuck in Queenstown; it is A LOT of fun!


Is Queenstown walkable?

Queenstown has walking tracks for every age and ability, from wide flat trails that are wheelchair accessible and suitable for parents with pushchairs, to steep mountain climbs for fit experienced hikers.


Is Queenstown a walkable city?

In Queenstown, a little light exercise is rewarded with big spectacular views. The Whakatipu Basin is a walkers' paradise. You don't even need to go far from the town centre to connect deeply with nature and experience some of the best day walks in Queenstown.


Where to go for 10 days in New Zealand?

For a 10-day trip, we recommend visiting up to four or five different destinations. Our 10-day itinerary locations are some of the most popular: Auckland the City of Sails, Wellington the cultural, art and food capital, and Queenstown the home of world-class adrenaline activities.


What is the best way to travel New Zealand solo?

Car and campervan rental One of the best ways to solo travel New Zealand is in a rental car, campervan or motorhome.


Where is the most scenic part of New Zealand?

10 Most Picturesque Places in New Zealand
  1. Bay of Islands. Photo: photo.eccles / Adobe Stock. ...
  2. The Coromandel. Another beautiful beach area on the North Island is the Coromandel Peninsula. ...
  3. Hobbiton. ...
  4. Rotorua. ...
  5. Tongariro National Park. ...
  6. Wellington. ...
  7. Mount Aspiring National Park. ...
  8. Queenstown.