2017/18 ADVENTURE TRAVEL NETWORK HOP-ON HOP-OFF PASSES | STRAY JOURNEYS TOURS
See more. Do more.
Go further off the beaten track! Valid from Oct 2017 - Sep 2018 Prices are in NZD
2017
Our values
Our Purpose
To share our world, our people, our places, our culture. To be the energy for positive change.
We have passion, we have sizzle We’re passionate about travel, adventure, and sharing our knowledge.
We make a difference We consider our actions, big or small. We do right by our people, our community and our environment.
We walk the walk We don’t just talk about what we are going to do, we get out there and we deliver!
Stray Journeys
Hop-on Hop-off Flexible Travel Network
Adventure Tour Network
Cape Reinga Open a world of free and adventurous travel with flexible passes which enable you to do what you want, when you want. Passes include travel on a private bus network, a fun Driver Guide, access to stunning national parks and off the beaten track destinations. Simply pay-as-you-go for accommodation and activities along the way.
Be sure to maximise each and every travel day on our action-packed small group adventure tours around New Zealand. Stray Journeys include a knowledgeable Driver Guide, a selection of top-rated adventure activities, access into beautiful and remote parts of NZ, transport on quality buses, accommodation and some meals along the way. Not to mention a whole lot of fun!
Paihia
Bay of Islands
Whangarei
Paihia
Bay of Islands
Hokianga
Whangarei
Hahei
Hahei (2)
Hop-on Hop-off National Passes
South Island Passes
Te Kaha
Raglan
pg 11
North Island Passes
Hot Water Beach
Auckland
Rotorua Cape Reinga Whakatane
Waitomo Caves
pg 13
Taupo
Blue Duck Station (2) Whakahoro
pg 14
Tongariro National Park
Tatapouri Lake Aniwhenua Gisborne
Raetihi
Summer Tours
Oct ‘17 - Apr ‘18
National Tours
pg 19
North Island Tours
pg 21
South Island Tours
pg 22
Off-Peak Tours Marahau (2)
Abel Tasman
Nelson Picton
Westport Punakaiki Greymouth
Wellington
Kaikoura
Mt Cook
Christchurch
Picton
Peel Forest
Blue Duck Station Whakahoro
Taupo
Tongariro National Park
May - Sep ‘18
National Tours
pg 27
North Island Tours
pg 29
South Island Tours
pg 29
Marahau (2)
Picton
Abel Tasman
Wellington Hanmer Springs
Kaikoura
Hokitika
Franz Josef (2) Mt Cook
Christchurch
Makarora
Rangitata
De
Te Anau
Invercargill
Wanaka
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Queenstown (3)
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Christchurch
Queenstown (2)
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Milford Sound
Gunn’s Camp Wanaka
Hot Water Beach
Rotorua
Off-Peak tours include all the good stuff that our Summer Tours include however they are hosted on our Hop-on Hop-off network so they follow a different route (refer to the Hop-on Hop-off route map).
Franz Josef (2) Fox Glacier
Auckland
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Doubtful Sound
Waipapa Point (Catlins)
Stewart Island
(2)
Strademark Places
Stray guided route
Overnight stop
Northbound express route
2 night stop
Ferry connection (not included)
Strademark Places
Stray Journeys guided route
Point of interest
Unguided sector
Overnight stop
Northbound express route
2-3 night stop
Ferry/boat cruise
Point of interest
Scenic Flight
Detour route in place until State Highway 1 re-opens. Kaikoura can still
be accessed as a return trip from Christchurch.
(2)(3) Dan the Man, Blue Duck Legend
The
Stray Way
#straynz #seemoredomore
Travel at your leisure
Hop-off along the way and spend time in the places you love
Meet great people
Share the journey and have more fun
Get access to
7+ National Parks and explore our
‘Strademark Places’
Fun Driver Guides
ensure maximum adventure, with minimum hassle.
Pay-as-you-go for
accommodation + top-rated activities so you only pay for the things you want to do
Travel for up to 12 months so if you loved it, you can do it again Re-travel available on most sectors
Awarded
Qualmark Enviro Gold Status NZ’s official tourism endorsement
Lads on tour, South Island
Hop-on Hop-off:
How it works Choose your pass Ask yourself: How much time do you have? What parts of NZ do you want to travel?
Hop-off anywhere When you are ready to move on, simply book back onto the bus using Stray Mate and the adventure continues.
Start planning Login to Stray Mate to book your travel dates and check your itinerary.
150+ activities on offer
Get great advice on the best activities on offer, all bookable with your Driver Guide. Pay-as-yougo with the operator, so you only pay for the things you really want to do.
Hop back on! You can hop-off as often as you like.
On Standby? Not to worry, being hop-on hop-off we find seats free up and 95% of travellers get to travel on their preferred travel date.
Lots of departures We have options galore with a minimum of 3 departures per week May-Sep and 5+ during peak season.
Where you sleep You’ll have a dorm bed reserved for you at every Stray stop. Simply book with your Driver Guide day by day and pay-as-you-go with the accommodation provider. Private room upgrades are subject to availability.
Who’s on board It’s an adventurous outgoing crowd with a common objective ‘to have a great time’! The minimum age is 7 and 7-17 years olds must travel with a legal guardian. We have no maximum as we believe ‘age is a state of mind’.
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Hop-on Hop-off: How it works?
Where you’ll go Further off the beaten track! We stay in or near 7+ national parks. While we include the iconic ‘hot spots’ it’s our Strademark Places (page 9) that you’ll remember us for..
Make lots of new mates
Travel for up to 12 months! With 12 months validity you can stop to work and play along the way. Loved the trip, then do it again with most sectors available for re-travel*. *Re-travel excludes ‘Christchurch to Greymouth’ and all north of Auckland sectors
Hop-on Hop-off: How it works?
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Strademark
lan Rag Hokianga (Stray Journeys)
Places
Hahei
We specialise in going further off the beaten track into special places that are otherwise hard to reach. We call our most beautiful, most interesting and most memorable destinations ‘Strademark Places’. These are the places you are less likely to find in a guide book, but you’ll be talking about long after the adventure has ended. Put simply, if they carry the ‘Strademark’ stamp they are what makes us stand out from the crowd and they are not to be missed!
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Lake Aniwhenua
Tatapouri
Raetihi
Marahau
TOP-RATED ACTIVITY
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Blue Duck Station
by Stray passengers
A quintessential Kiwi holiday hotspot overlooking a marine reserve. Hike to Cathedral Cove or head to Hot Water Beach to dig a natural spa bath.
Peel Forest
Mt. Cook
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This place is the definition of paradise, where luscious native bush and walking tracks meander along a picturesque coastline. Explore the many coves by foot, kayak or sailboat.
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A favourite amongst travellers, Blue Duck Station offers a truly unique insight into life on a high country station. By day explore Makarora the farm and by night sing ‘kumbaya’ (Stray Journeys) around the camp fire.
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A world renowned surfing hot spot, with dramatic cliffs, sweeping beaches and a little hippy township with great coffee! People of all abilities flock here for the perfect wave or yoga with coastal views.
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Featured Strademark Place
This homely historic nurses lodge on the outskirts of National Park has plenty on offer. By day hike the world renowned Tongariro Crossing and by night settle in for a spa bath with mountain views, woodfired pizzas and a murder mystery.
Stay at the base of New Zealand’s highest peak, renowned for its majestic alpine scenery and glacial lakes.
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Lake Aniwhenua As one of Stray’s top-rated experiences, a visit to Lake Aniwhenua simply can’t be missed. Venture into the remote heartland of the Central North Island where many local Kiwis have yet to visit.
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This historic sheep station which sits amongst ‘Lord of the Rings’ type scenery, offers interesting walks, horseback adventures and grade 5 adrenaline fueled white water rafting.
Be welcomed to Te Kaha’s family- run homestay with a traditional Maori greeting. Swim, fish, feast on fresh seafood, build a bonfire or enjoy a spa with ocean views.
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On the edge of Fiordland, stay in a rustic camping ground and hike up to Key Summit for postcard quality scenery.
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Join a family whose vision is to share the story of their remote township with international visitors to help create a better future for its people. Be guided into a local forest to learn about a sacred archaeological site, the regions fascinating history, its people and their culture. Visitors will have the opportunity to participate in an inspiring community project that brightens the lives of local school children. Includes: + + + + +
1 night accommodation in a tranquil lakeside lodge Dinner (a hangi feast), dessert and a continental breakfast Guided tour to sacred archaeological site Introduction to the Murupara area, its people and challenges Involvement in a local community program (available during school term only)
Optional extras: + Learn how to perform the mighty Haka, or traditional flax weaving
$
89
NZD
per person
Situated on the beachfront of Tatapouri Bay (10 mins from Gisborne) with a Marine Reserve on it’s doorstep, this is the perfect spot to join a reef tour, feed wild stingrays, go snorkeling or head out for dive.
Cowgirls at dawn Blue Duck Station, Whakahoro
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Strademark Places
Strademark Places
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Full of Beanz, riding the dunes Cape Reinga
Hop-on Hop-off
National Passes Cape Reinga
6 weeks +
Paihia
Bay of Islands
Everywhere
Whangarei
START/FINISH: AUCKLAND* Minimum Travel Days: 33-34
$1735
NZD
POPUL AR
Hahei (2)
Summer only^
Hot Water Beach
Auckland
Te Kaha
Raglan 5 weeks +
Whakahoro
Tongariro National Park
MOST POPUL AR
Tatapouri Lake Gisborne Aniwhenua
Blue Duck Station (2)
Raetihi
Marahau (2)
Raetihi
5 weeks +
NZD
Picton
Westport
Short Maximus START/FINISH: AUCKLAND* Minimum Travel Days: 25-29
Nelson
Punakaiki Greymouth
Wellington
Kaikoura
Mt Cook
Christchurch
Gunn’s Camp Wanaka
Rangitata
Queenstown (2)
$1325
$1145NZD
Gunn’s Camp Wanaka Queenstown (2)
Waipapa Point (Catlins)
Stewart Island
Where most people start, but on loop passes you can start anywhere on the circuit.
^Summer Only Passes The East Coaster sector on the Everywhere & Jase Pass is only available during Summer (Oct - April).
(2)
Deciding to Stray New Zealand was the best decision I made. I had the most amazing time, thanks to the awesome itinerary, having lots of flexibility and all great people I met along the way. New Zealand has so much to offer. I totally fell in love with this place!
POPULAR
Blue Duck Station (2)
Short Moe
Overnight stop
Minimum Travel Days: 23-25
Minimum Travel Days: 19-22
$1235
$1045
START: AUCKLAND FINISH: CHRISTCHURCH NZD
Nelson Picton
Taupo
Raetihi
Wellington
Punakaiki Greymouth
Franz Josef (2) Fox Glacier
START: AUCKLAND FINISH: CHRISTCHURCH NZD
Rotorua Lake Aniwhenua
Tongariro National Park
4 weeks + | One way
Moe
Point of interest
Raglan
Westport
4 weeks + | One way
Hot Water Beach
Waitomo Caves
Marahau (2)
Strademark Places
2 night stop
Hahei (2) Auckland
~ Josephine - ‘Moe Traveller’, 2017
Minimum Travel Days The least number of days required to complete the pass; however, it is recommended you allow extra time to hop-off along the way.
Northbound express route
Hop-on Hop-off: National Passes
Minimum Travel Days: 21-24
NZD
Invercargill
Invercargill Stewart Island
START/FINISH: AUCKLAND*
Minimum Travel Days: 24-25
Te Anau
Te Anau
Waipapa Point (Catlins)
Short Max
Christchurch Mt Cook Peel Forest
*Start/Finish
Peel Forest Milford Sound
Milford Sound
Kaikoura
Franz Josef (2) Fox Glacier
Wellington
4 weeks +
START/FINISH: AUCKLAND*
Franz Josef (2) Fox Glacier
4 weeks +
Max
Nelson Picton
Punakaiki Greymouth
Rotorua Lake Aniwhenua Taupo
Tongariro National Park
NZD
Abel Tasman
11
Waitomo Caves
Westport
Marahau (2)
$1325
Taupo
Hot Water Beach
Raglan
Whakatane
Blue Duck Station (2)
START/FINISH: AUCKLAND* Minimum Travel Days: 28-31
$1495
Rotorua
Waitomo Caves
Maximus
Hahei (2) Auckland
Christchurch
Mt Cook
Peel Forest Milford Sound
Gunn’s Camp Wanaka Queenstown (2)
Te Anau
Invercargill
Waipapa Point (Catlins)
Stewart Island
Hop-on Hop-off: National Passes
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North Island
Kung fu! Cathedral Cove, Hahei
South Island Passes
Passes
Greymouth
Franz Josef (2) Fox Glacier
Hot Water Beach
Raglan
Blue Duck Station (2)
Tongariro National Park
Queenstown (2) Te Anau
Cape Reinga
Paihia
Taupo
Marahau (2)
Paihia
Whangarei
Raetihi
Punakaiki Greymouth
Hot Water Beach
Auckland
Jill
Auckland
Rotorua
Waitomo Caves
Whakatane Taupo
Blue Duck Station (2)
Tongariro National Park
POPULAR
Fox Glacier
Milford Sound
Mt Cook
Christchurch
Raetihi
Kaikoura
Mt Cook
Peel Forest
START/FINISH: CHRISTCHURCH* Minimum Travel Days: 11-13 Unguided sector+
Short Q
START/FINISH: CHRISTCHURCH*
Minimum Travel Days: 8-10
3 weeks +
< 1 week
3 weeks +
POPULAR
Ron
Willy
Minimum Travel Days: 9
Minimum Travel Days: 15-18
Minimum Travel Days: 3-4
Minimum Travel Days: 15-18
Minimum Travel Days: 13-16
$565
$895
$210
$895
$775
NZD
Summer only^
< 1 week
START/FINISH: AUCKLAND NZD
< 1 week
START/FINISH: CHRISTCHURCH* NZD
3 weeks + | One way
START/FINISH: CHRISTCHURCH*
Jack
Short Ron
Short Willy
Minimum Travel Days: 9
Minimum Travel Days: 3
Minimum Travel Days: 2
Minimum Travel Days: 15-17
Minimum Travel Days: 12-14
$565
$295
$105
$895
$725
NZD
Summer only^
NZD
START: PICTON FINISH: CHRISTCHURCH NZD
Just like the Jill but excludes Wellington
*Start/Finish Where most people start, but on loop passes you can start anywhere!
Hop-on Hop-off: North Island Passes
^Summer only Passes The East Coaster sector on the Everywhere & Jase Pass is only available during Summer (Oct - April).
Minimum Travel Days The least number of days required to complete the pass; however, it is recommended you allow extra time to hop-off along the way.
START: QUEENSTOWN FINISH: CHRISTCHURCH
Minimum Travel Days: 6-8
$395NZD
2 weeks + | One way
East Coaster
START/FINISH: AUCKLAND
Stew
NZD
Tom
START/FINISH: ROTORUA
Unguided sector+
1 week +
Patch
START/FINISH: AUCKLAND*
$695NZD
2 weeks +
Jase
NZD
Long Q
2 weeks +
Waipapa Point (Catlins)
Wellington
2 weeks +
$985NZD
Stewart Island
Peter
START/FINISH: AUCKLAND*
Christchurch
Invercargill
1.5 weeks +
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Punakaiki Greymouth
Fox Glacier
Stewart Island
Picton
Westport
Queenstown (2)
Te Anau
$625NZD
NZD
Waipapa Point (Catlins)
Wanaka
Queenstown (2)
Minimum Travel Days: 10
START: AUCKLAND FINISH: WELLINGTON
Invercargill Nelson
Franz Josef (2)
Gunn’s Camp Wanaka
START/FINISH: AUCKLAND*
1.5 weeks + | One way
Kaikoura
Peel Forest
Tatapouri
Lake Aniwhenua Gisborne
Marahau (2)
Picton
Franz Josef (2)
Te Kaha
Raglan
Wellington
Nelson
Westport
Whangarei
Hahei (2)
2 weeks +
Gunn’s Milford Camp Wanaka Sound
Abel Tasman National Park
Rotorua Lake Aniwhenua
Waitomo Caves
Christchurch
Peel Forest
Hahei (2) Auckland
Mt Cook
START: PICTON FINISH: CHRISTCHURCH NZD
< 1 week
Burt
START/FINISH: QUEENSTOWN
Minimum Travel Days: 3
$295NZD +Unguided sector: Christchurch to Greymouth
Included with your pass is a sector operated by ‘Atomic Shuttle’. Departures operate 7 days per week. Cannot be retravelled.
Hop-on Hop-off: South Island Passes
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We work hard to create awesome itineraries with quality activities and comfortable accommodation. However, at the end of the day a great trip can be defined by this Maori proverb:
He tangata, he tangata, he tangata.
Tuck your willy in! Stingray feeding, Tatapouri
150+ quality activities to choose from
It is the people, the people, the people. And that is what we do best!
Comfortable vehicles
Caring, sharing, enthusiastic
Guides!
Hahei Holiday Resort
Accommodation in all shape and sizes
Good mate Pickle, Stray Driver Guide
Summer Max group size
Oct ‘17 - Apr ‘18
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Off-Peak
May - Sep ‘18
24-48*
Stray Journeys Adventure Tours
Knowledgeable Driver Guide
National Parks + Strademark Places
Activities included
Meals
Accommodation (Std)
See more + do more Page 23
some
Quad share
on small group tours
Page 30
N/A
Knowledgeable guides
Dorm share
to lead the way
Room upgrades
Children 7-17 years^
15% off full RRP
Share the journey
15% off full RRP
with like-minded people
Off the beaten track adventures and
unique NZ experiences
Includes a wide range of
top-rated activities
Travel in comfort
on quality air-conditioned buses
Comfortable accommodation in lodges, hostels and cabins
meals are included such as traditional hangi’s, BBQ’s and buffets
Some On top of the world Roy’s Peak, Wanaka *Off-Peak tours are hosted on Stray’s private Hop-on Hop-off network
^ Children under <7 years are not able to travel with Stray. 7 -17 years must travel with legal guardian.
Rounding up the riff raf Blue Duck Station, Whakahoro
Stray Journeys
Summer National Tours
Paihia
Hokianga
23 days
Whangarei
Cook ANZ23
START/FINISH: AUCKLAND From
$4345
Hahei
MOST POPUL AR
NZD
Auckland
Hot Water Beach
Departs: Saturday Itinerary: A-W Inclusions: 1-27 Meals: Breakfast 19, Dinner 12
Rotorua 21 days | One way
Sheppard
Taupo
Blue Duck Station
ANZ21
START: AUCKLAND FINISH: CHRISTCHURCH From
$4185
Tongariro National Park
NZD
21 days
22 DAYS Hillary TNZ21
Auckland
START/FINISH: CHRISTCHURCH From
$4035
Rotorua
Itinerary: V*-V* (excl. A-C) Meals: Breakfast 17, Dinner 10
Taupo
Blue Duck Station
Marahau (2) Picton
Hanmer Springs
Wellington
Franz Josef (2) Mt Cook
Dingle From
Hokitika
$3965
Stray Journeys Summer: National Tours
Overnight stop
(2) (3)
2-3 night stop
From
Mt Cook
Kaikoura
Christchurch
Makarora Wanaka
NS18
$3865
Wellington
Hokitika
Queenstown (3)
START: AUCKLAND FINISH: CHRISTCHURCH
Queenstown (3)
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Itinerary: D-W Meals: Breakfast 17, Dinner 10
18 days | One way
Strademark Places
Picton
Hanmer Springs
Franz Josef (2)
Wanaka
Cathedral Cove, Hahei
Marahau (2)
NZD
Christchurch
Blake
Doubtful Sound
TNZ20
Departs: Tuesday Inclusions: 1-4, 9-27
Makarora
Tongariro National Park
20 days START/FINISH: AUCKLAND
Kaikoura
Hot Water Beach
NZD
Departs: Saturday Inclusions: 1-4, 9-27
Departs: Saturday Itinerary: A-V* Inclusions: 1-26 Meals: Breakfast 18, Dinner 12
Hahei
NZD
Departs: Tuesday Inclusions: 1-4, 9-26
Itinerary: D-V* Meals: Breakfast 16, Dinner 10
Doubtful Sound
Point of interest Northbound express route
Summer Inclusions are listed on page 23. Summer Itineraries are listed on page 25.
Ferry/boat cruise
Seasons: Summer Journeys operate Oct 2017 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Apr 2018. Off-Peak Journeys operate May - Sep 2018, refer to page 27.
Scenic flight
Accommodation: Standard accommodation is quad share, except Blue Duck Station which is six-share. Twin/single upgrades are available. Room upgrades do not apply in Doubtful Sound.
Stray Journeys Summer: National Tours
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North Island
14 days
Summer Tours
Picton
Marahau (2)
Mackinnon
Kaikoura
POPULAR
START/FINISH: CHRISTCHURCH From
Hanmer Springs
ASI14
$3115
NZD
Departs: Saturday Inclusions: 1-4, 16-26
Itinerary: I*-V* Meals: Breakfast 12, Dinner 6
Hokitika
Franz Josef (2) Mt Cook Makarora
Queenstown (3)
Batten
Doubtful Sound
$1425
Paihia
Hokianga
Departs: Tuesday Inclusions: 1-4, 9-14
NZD
Hahei Auckland
Itinerary: I*-L* Meals: Breakfast 4, Dinner 2
Summer Tours
POPULAR NH6
NZD
$945
South Island
Whangarei
START/FINISH: AUCKLAND
$1065
Itinerary: M*-V* Meals: Breakfast 8, Dinner 4
TSI5
Departs: Saturday Inclusions: 1-4, 16-19
Departs: Saturday Itinerary: A-H + W Inclusions: 1-14 Meals: Breakfast 7, Dinner 6
From
NZD
Departs: Thursday Inclusions: 1-4, 20-26
From
NZD
Beetham
$2145
START/ FINISH: CHRISTCHURCH
Hanging out Hahei styles
6 days
SH9
START/FINISH: CHRISTCHURCH
Heaphy
START/FINISH: AUCKLAND From
Haast
5 days
POPULAR
ANI9
9 days
From
Wanaka
9 days
Christchurch
Hot Water Beach
Itinerary: D-H + W Meals: Breakfast 5, Dinner 4
Rotorua Taupo
3 days
Worsley TB3
Blue Duck Station
Tongariro National Park
START/FINISH: AUCKLAND From
$465
NZD
Departs: Saturday Itinerary: A-C Inclusions: 1-8 Meals: Breakfast 2, Dinner 2
Wellington Summer Inclusions are listed on page 23. Summer Itineraries are listed on page 25. Seasons: Summer Journeys operate Oct 2017 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Apr 2018. Off-Peak Journeys operate May - Sep 2018, refer to page 27.
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Stray Journeys Summer: North Island Tours
Godzone, Doubtful Sound
Accommodation: Standard accommodation is quad share, except Blue Duck Station which is six-share. Twin/single upgrades are available. Room upgrades do not apply in Doubtful Sound.
Stray Journeys Summer: South Island Tours
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5. Bay of Islands wildlife boat cruise 6. Hokianga ferry ride and sand boarding
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7. Visit to Tane Mahuta (NZ’s largest Kauri tree) in Waipoua Forest, Hokianga
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8. Swim in the crystal clear waters of Kai Iwi Lakes 9. Scenic walk to Cathedral Cove and dig your own spa at Hot Water Beach, Hahei
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10. Enjoy a cultural experience, traditional hangi meal and kapa haka performance, Rotorua 11. Visit the powerful Huka Falls, Taupo
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13. Hike the Tongariro Alpine Crossing (19km) with transfers, Tongariro National Park
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14. Explore Te Papa National Museum, Wellington
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12. 4WD eco-safari farm adventure, Blue Duck Station
Words cannot capture how awesome New Zealand is. The people are the kindest you’ll ever encounter and the nature is absolutely breathtaking! Stray was a perfect way to see the country and meet the locals.
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15. Bluebridge Ferry across Cook Strait 16. Winery cellar door visit, Marlborough 17. Hike in Abel Tasman National Park inlcuding one-way Aqua Taxi back out (or Paddle board hire)
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18. Thermal Pools and Spa, Hanmer Springs 19. Peninsula walk to visit the seal colony, Kaikoura
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22. Adrenaline fuelled jet boat ride down Makarora River 23. Overnight cruise, sea kayaking and wildlife spotting, Doubtful Sound 24. Two free days in the ‘adventure capital’ of Queenstown 25. Mountain bike along the lakeside trails of Wanaka 26. Walk up Hooker Valley track, Mt. Cook National Park 27. Scenic flight over Marlborough Sounds and Cook Strait Summer Itineraries are listed on page 25.
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Stray Journeys Summer Inclusions
Where’s Wally? Hot Water Beach, Hahei
Stray Journeys Summer Inclusions
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Journeys Summer
Itinerary
H - National Park to Wellington
O - Franz Josef to Makarora
Spend the afternoon in the capital city of Wellington. Check out the lively arts scene and stylish craft breweries or spend time exploring Te Papa National Museum. (B)
Travel down the West Coast to Mount Aspiring National Park, stopping at the famously picturesque Lake Matheson. Get the adrenaline flowing on a Jet boat ride in a stunning mountain valley. (B,D)
A - Auckland to Paihia Your journey kicks off this morning from Auckland. Stop for lunch and a swim at scenic Waipu Cove en-route north to your seaside destination of Paihia (D)
B - Paihia to Hokianga Start the morning with a wildlife cruise in the beautiful Bay of Islands made of 144 islands. Onwards to Opononi for a traditional Maori greeting. Optional Waipoua Forest twilight tour activity. (B,D)
C - Hokianga to Auckland
This was without a doubt one of the best experiences of my life. I had quit my job and had decided to travel alone so I was looking for an adventurous tour where I could meet people and cover a lot of ground. Stray did not disappoint. I met some incredible people and did things that I will remember forever. ~ Seth ‘Beetham traveller’ - 2017
Take a ferry across Hokianga Harbour for sand boarding in the dunes. En-route back to Auckland we’ll visit Tane Mahuta, NZ’s largest tree and stop for a swim and a stroll around the crystal clear waters of Kai Iwi Lakes (B)
D - Auckland to Hahei Today we travel to a popular kiwi holiday destination in beautiful Coromandel. Take a scenic walk to the paradise-like Cathedral Cove and dig your own natural spa on Hot Water Beach. Optional kayaking tour. (D)
D* - Hillary Tour has an extra free day in Auckland to check out the ‘city of sails’.
E - Hahei to Rotorua Rotorua offers a wide range of activity options, including the popular Hobbiton Movie Set. In the evening, we visit Tamaki Maori Village for an interactive cultural experience and traditional hangi dinner. (B,D)
F - Rotorua to Blue Duck Today’s destination is Blue Duck Lodge, an award winning lodge on a high country station nestled near the edge of the Whanganui River. Learn about this impressive station and its conservation efforts on a 4WD eco-safari tour. (B,D) G - Blue Duck to National Park Head to Tongariro National Park to hike one of the world’s best one-day walks, the spectacular 19km Tongariro Alpine Crossing. Alternatively enjoy shorter walks in the region. (B,D) Summer Itineraries operate from Oct 2017 - Apr 2018. Off-Peak operates May – Sep 2018, refer to page 27. Summer Inclusions are listed on page 23 Meals: (B) Breakfast (D) Dinner.
Skim the Wilkins River, Mt. Aspiring National Park
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Stray Journeys Summer Itinerary
I - Wellington to Marahau This morning we cross Cook Strait by ferry and cruise through the scenic Marlborough Sounds. On our way to Abel Tasman we’ll stop at a cellar door to sample the regions famous wine. (B,D)
I* Christchurch to Picton Picton to Marahau
We get off the beaten track in Doubtful Sound, boarding an overnight cruise ship in the jaw-dropping Fiordland National Park. Spot the resident dolphins playing and take a sea kayak out for a paddle! (B,D)
Q – Doubtful Sound to Queenstown
Mackinnon and Heaphy Tours start at Christchurch International Airport driving north up the coast to overnight in the quaint town of Picton. The following day meet your bus at midday to continue through Marlborough’s wine region and into Abel Tasman National Park. (B,D)
J - Free day Marahau Enjoy a full free day to explore Abel Tasman National Park. Walk the scenic coastal track and catch a water taxi back or choose from optional activities like sailing or sea kayaking. (B)
K - Marahau to Hanmer Springs Travel through the beautiful scenery of Kahurangi National Park and Nelson Lakes on your way to peaceful Hanmer Springs, where you can relax in thermal hot pools for the afternoon. (B,D)
L - Hanmer Springs to Christchurch On route to Christchurch we stop in the coastal town of Kaikoura, famous for its rich marine and bird life. Optional activities include whale watching or dolphin swimming. (B)
L* - END: Heaphy Tour ends at Christchurch International Airport.
M - Christchurch to Franz Josef Enjoy the journey across the picturesque Arthur’s Pass to reach Franz Josef on the West Coast, home to the Franz Josef Glacier. (D)
M* - START: Haast Tour starts at Christchurch International Airport.
N - Free day Franz Josef You have a free day to explore the mighty Franz Josef Glacier. We recommend opting for the once-in-a-lifetime guided glacier tour. (B)
Accommodation: Standard accommodation is quad share, except Blue Duck Station which is six-share. Twin/single upgrades are available. Room upgrades do not apply in Doubtful Sound.
P - Makarora to Doubtful Sound
Today we head to the party town of Queenstown, home of the Bungy Jump and often referred to as the ‘adventure capital of the world’! (B)
R + S – Free Days Queenstown With so much to see and do, you need TWO free days to fully experience Queenstown. Optional activities include: zipline tours, canyoning, skydiving, jet boating, amazing hikes and much more! (2B)
T - Queenstown to Mt. Cook We spend the morning in Wanaka biking some of NZ’s most scenic trails. After lunch we head to the base of NZ’s highest mountain, Aoraki/ Mt Cook. Enjoy a walk with the mountain views or sign up for a scenic heli-flight. (B,D)
U - Mt. Cook to Christchurch Marvel at ‘Lord of the Rings’ like scenery as we make our way to Christchurch. On our way we stop for a break on the turquoise shores of Lake Tekapo. Thrill seekers have the option to join a thrilling Grade 5 white water adventure near Rangitata (own expense). (B)
V - Christchurch to Wellington Drive up the coast to Picton completing the South Island loop. Jump aboard a scenic flight to cross Cook Strait by air enjoying spectacular views on route to Wellington. Spend the evening exploring Wellington’s nightlife along Cuba Street.
V* - START: Hillary Tour starts and finishes in Christchurch, skipping North Auckland (A - C). V* - END: Sheppard, Hillary, Blake, Mackinnon and Haast Tours end at Christchurch International Airport.
W - Wellington to Auckland Today is an express trip (via National Park) back to Auckland where your Stray Journey comes to an end. We hope you had a blast travelling with us!
Stray Journeys Summer Itinerary
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26 days
May - Sep 2018
National Tours
Dingle Paihia
Hahei (2)
Rotorua Lake Aniwhenua
Waitomo Caves
Taupo
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Departs: Saturday/Monday Meals: 1D, 1B Inclusions: 1-13 Itinerary: A-AA
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Marahau (2) Westport
$2845
Hot Water Beach
Rotorua Lake Aniwhenua
Waitomo Caves
Blue Duck Station (2)
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Taupo
Tongariro National Park
$2695
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Marahau (2)
Raetihi
Nelson Picton
Westport Punakaiki Greymouth
22 days | One way
Blake
$2465
Wellington
Kaikoura
Franz Josef (2)
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Fox Glacier
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Mt Cook
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Peel Forest
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Doubtful Sound
Picton
Wellington
Kaikoura
Franz Josef (2)
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Fox Glacier
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Queenstown (2)
Punakaiki Greymouth
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Hahei (2)
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Hot Water Beach
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Off-Peak Journeys operate on Stray’s private Hop-on Hop-off network. Your tour will still include a dedicated Driver Guide, accommodation and a selection of top-rated activities. As the transport is shared with Hop-on Hop-off travellers you will get to meet more people and share the fun along the way.
START/FINISH: AUCKLAND
START/FINISH: CHRISTCHURCH
Departs: Sunday Inclusions: 1-3, 6-13
With New Zealand’s mild climate you can Stray all year round and be sure to have a great time! Every season offers something special for the keen adventurer.
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Off-Peak Inclusions are listed on page 30. Off-Peak Itineraries are listed on page 31.
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Meals: (B) Breakfast (D) Dinner
Accommodation: Standard accommodation is dorm share. Twin/single upgrades are available on request, subject to availability.
Find your zen at Inspiration Point, Raglan
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Blue Duck Station (2) Beetham
Taupo
Tongariro National Park
10 days
$995
Wellington
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Off-Peak Itineraries are listed on page 31.
Meals: (B) Breakfast (D) Dinner
Accommodation: Standard accommodation is dorm share. Twin/single upgrades are available on request, subject to availability.
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Itinerary A - Auckland to Paihia
Head north of Auckland to the stunning Bay of Islands. Along the way learn about early European and Maori history. You’ll have the afternoon free to explore the seaside town of Paihia.
B - Paihia to Cape Reinga (return) Travel to Cape Reinga, the northernmost point of the country and see where two oceans collide. Highlights today include driving along 90 Mile Beach and surfing the sand dunes (included).
C - Paihia to Auckland Join a boat cruise through the beautiful Bay of Islands and see the iconic ‘Hole in the Rock’ (included). Keep your eyes peeled for dolphins and other marine life. This afternoon we head back to Auckland, where you have a free evening to explore the city.
D + E - Auckland to Hahei + Free day in Hahei
Today we head south to the Coromandel Peninsula via the colonial township of Thames. Visit Hot Water Beach to dig a natural spa pool in the sand (tidal dependent). The next day you’ll have a free day to embrace beach life. We recommend taking a scenic coastal walk (or kayak) to Cathedral Cove.
D*- Hillary Tour includes an extra free day in Auckland to check out the ‘City of Sails’.
F - Hahei to Raglan
I + J - Lake Aniwhenua to Blue Duck Station + Free day in Blue Duck This morning we head to Taupo, where the brave can sign up for a skydive! Later on we drive to Blue Duck Lodge, an award-winning 7,200-acre high country station nestled on the edge of the Whanganui River. On your free day, you can explore the station on an adventurous 4WD eco-safari farm tour (included). Get fully immersed in farm life with options to do clay pigeon shooting, horse trekking or join a goat hunt (own expense). (B)
K - Blue Duck to Raetihi Today you get the chance to hike the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, often referred to as one of the best one day walks in the world! This mustdo hike offers epic scenery as you cross over a volcanic plateau, passing by the Emerald Lakes and ‘Mt Doom’ from Lord of the Rings. Tonight we sleep in a restored nurses home turned lodge.
L - Raetihi to Wellington You’ll have an afternoon in Wellington, New Zealand’s capital city, to indulge in its coffee and arts scene. Stroll Oriental Parade, browse the shops or spend time exploring the impressive National Museum of Te Papa.
Catch an early ferry across Cook Strait to the South Island. We’ll stop at a cellar door top sample some of Marlborough’s famous wines on route to Marahau, located on the edge of Abel Tasman National Park.
N - Free day in Marahau
G - Raglan (via Waitomo) to Rotorua While in Waitomo you’ll have the opportunity to explore its famous limestone caves and mesmerising glow worms. In the afternoon you can opt to join a popular Hobbiton Movie Set tour (own expense) before arriving in Rotorua.
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The morning is free to try one of the many adventure activities on offer. We depart midday for Lake Aniwhenua where a local Maori guide will introduce us to the history of the area and its sacred sites. Feast on an underground cooked hangi dinner as you relax in a lakeside lodge. (D)
M - Wellington to Marahau
We leave Hahei early destined for the worldrenowned surf town of Raglan. We’ll stop on route to admire Bridal Veil Falls. This afternoon you can enjoy a local native bush walk to Inspiration Point or take the plunge and learn to surf.
Off-Peak Inclusions are listed on page 30.
H - Rotorua to Lake Aniwhenua
You have a full free day to explore the paradise of Abel Tasman National Park, renowned for its intimate coves and turquoise waters. Hike a portion of the coastal track and catch an Aqua Taxi home at the end of the day (included).
O - Marahau to Westport Continue south towards the ‘wild’ West Coast, passing a stretch of road that was rated one of the Top 10 drives in the world by Lonely Planet. Overnight in the historic coal mining town of Westport.
P - Westport to Franz Josef The journey continues down the rugged West Coast to the intriguing limestone Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and blowholes. Today we are destined for Franz Josef, home to the mighty Franz Josef Glacier.
P*- Christchurch to Franz Josef (Haast Tour only)
Y - Peel Forest to Kaikoura
Z - Kaikoura to Wellington
We depart Queenstown and drive over the Lindis Pass through the beautiful Mackenzie Country. Tonight we overnight at the base of Aoraki/Mt Cook, New Zealand’s highest mountain. Visit the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre for some mountaineering history or take a walk to the Hooker Glacial Lake.
It’s an express drive up to Christchurch for pick-ups and drop-offs at the International Airport. From here we drive north up the East Coast to Kaikoura, where you can check out the rich marine life that inhabits the area, including seals, dolphins and whales.
We continue our drive up the coast, stopping at a seal colony on route. In Picton we catch the ferry across Cook Strait enjoying a peaceful cruise through Marlborough Sounds before arriving back in Wellington for the night.
X - Mt. Cook to Peel Forest Tonight we stay on a historical Canterbury sheep station in Rangitata, famous for its ‘Lord of the Rings’ landscapes. We’ll make the most of the day by stopping at Lake Tekapo for ice-skating, snow tubing or a swim at the hot springs.
Y* STARTS: Hillary, Mackinnon Tours start in Christchurch Y + ENDS: Sheppard, Hillary, Blake, Mackinnon and Haast Tours end in Christchurch
Q - Free day in Franz Josef You have a free day in Franz Josef to explore the mighty glacier. We highly recommend joining a guided glacier tour like the ‘Ice Explorer’ to get up close to this colossal ice formation (own expense).
Z* Mackinnon Tours overnight in the pretty harbour side town of Picton where you can relax on the waterfront, walk around the boats or enjoy a spa pool at your accommodation. The following day the tour bus will collect you at midday on route to Marahau.
AA - Wellington northbound to Auckland
Settle in for an express day back up to Auckland, where this trip comes to an end in the early evening. We hope you had a blast on your Stray Journey!
The Haast tour begins in Christchurch, taking the ‘Atomic Shuttle’ over Arthur’s Pass to the historic gold mining town of Greymouth. Here you’ll meet up with the bus on route to Franz Josef, home to a magnificent 12km glacier.
Absolutely the best choice I made on my trip to New Zealand was booking a Journey with Stray. It was the easiest way to make new friends and have an absolute great time. There are so many great places and activities that it’s almost impossible to pick one as a favourite. ~ Ray, 2017
R - Franz Josef to Wanaka Today is all about breath taking scenery as we make our way down to Wanaka. Take a walk to the picturesque Lake Matheson, stop at Fox Glacier and enjoy the drive over the mountainous Haast Pass.
S - Wanaka to Queenstown See more of Wanaka on a guided bike tour around the lake (included) before departing for Queenstown, ‘the adventure capital of the world’. We’ll stop by the famous A.J. Hackett bungy site, where you can take the plunge - if you dare!
T U V - Queenstown (3 days) With so much to see and do in Queenstown, you need three full days to take it all in! Day 1 you can look forward to an exhilarating jet boat ride through the dramatic Shotover River Canyons (included). Day 2 depart early on a full day trip to the jaw dropping Doubtful Sound in Fiordland National Park. Soak up the Sound on a three-hour wilderness cruise (included). Day 3 is yours to do as you please, whether you choose to ride the gondola, hike, skydive, zipline, bungy or simply relax in this buzzing resort town. The options are endless!
Accommodation: Standard accommodation is dorm share. Twin/single upgrades are available on request, subject to availability.
Stray Journeys Off-Peak Itinerary
W - Queenstown to Mt. Cook
Ice, ice, baby Franz Josef Glacier
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