SEASONAL GUIDE · 9 DAYS / 8 NIGHTS
New Zealand in October
Fjords, turquoise lakes and the alpine trails of Aoraki/Mount Cook on a South Island journey from Queenstown to Christchurch. October offers the best combination of weather, light, and open roads to complete the route without rushing.
EN CORTO
Duration
9 days / 8 nights
Full itinerary, no dead days or unnecessary transfers.
Season
October
October offers the best combination of weather, light, and open roads to complete the route without rushing.
Group
Max. 16
Small groups of 6 to 100 years old; travelers from different Spanish-speaking countries may coincide.
Pace
Moderate
Clear physical requirements so you can assess if the trip is for you.
DEPARTURES FROM OCTOBER
- October 11–19, 202713 locations
We don't sell tours: we offer guided adventure trips, in Spanish, in small groups of up to 16 people, with a Spanish-speaking Wandernow guide and local guides; travelers from different Spanish-speaking countries may coincide on the same departure.
Price per person when paying in a single installment. You can also defer it into staggered payments.
See full tripWHAT IS COVERED
The South Island, from Fjords to Glaciers
INCLUDES
- 8 nights of accommodation with breakfast
- Place-to-place ground transfers
- Wandernow guide
- Milford Sound: coach transfer + 2-hour fjord cruise
- TSS Earnslaw + Walter Peak High Country Farm
- Walk to Kea Point lookout, Mount Cook
DOES NOT INCLUDE
- International flights
- Meals
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
WHAT TO PACK FOR OCTOBER
- 01Lightweight, breathable, quick-drying clothing
- 02Comfortable footwear for walking all day
- 03Hat, sunglasses, and high sun protection
- 04Mid-layer for cool nights
- 05Lightweight packable rain jacket
- 06Power adapter and external battery
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why go to New Zealand in October?
October offers the best combination of weather, light, and open roads to complete the route without rushing.
Do I need prior experience?
No. It's a gentle adventure trip with guided activities. We welcome travelers from 6 to 100 years old, always in groups of a maximum of 16 people.
Are flights included?
No. International flights are not included unless the trip details expressly state otherwise.
I'm traveling alone, is that a problem?
None. Solo travelers are welcome and accommodation is assigned by gender (man with man, woman with woman) without an extra single room charge. Couples travel in double occupancy.
How can I pay?
Credit or debit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), Apple Pay, and Google Pay, via WeTravel. You can pay in a single installment or defer with a deposit and deferred payments.
How much does the New Zealand trip with Wandernow cost?
$4,545.00 US dollars per person paying in a single payment. On the deferred plan the total is $4,940.00 US dollars per person: a $1,000.00 US dollars deposit to hold your spot and up to 10 deferred payments (the last one 60 days before departure). Prices are per person in double occupancy. Solo travelers share a room with someone of the same sex; couples stay together.
How many days is the New Zealand trip?
9 days / 8 nights. Fjords, turquoise lakes and the alpine trails of Aoraki/Mount Cook on a South Island journey from Queenstown to Christchurch.
What departure dates are there for New Zealand?
Confirmed departures: October 11–19, 2027. Each departure runs with a maximum of 16 travelers.
What is and isn't included in the New Zealand trip?
Includes: 8 nights of accommodation with breakfast; Place-to-place ground transfers; Wandernow guide; Milford Sound: coach transfer + 2-hour fjord cruise; TSS Earnslaw + Walter Peak High Country Farm; Walk to Kea Point lookout, Mount Cook. Not included: International flights; Meals; Travel insurance; Personal expenses. International flights are not included unless the trip page expressly says otherwise.
Can I travel solo to New Zealand?
Yes. Solo travelers are welcome and are given shared accommodation by gender (man with man, woman with woman) at no extra single-room cost. Couples stay together in double occupancy. Groups have a maximum of 16 people (ages 6 to 100), and travelers from different Spanish-speaking countries may join the same departure.
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