Why Classic Tours

a seamless and unforgettable adventure

Forget endless planning. Classic Tours by Kiwi Experience is your ultimate New Zealand cheat code. Select the pass that suits your adventure, and we'll lock in your seat on the iconic big green bus, along with your comfy dorm stays, at Kiwi Experience partner hostels. You will instantly meet your travel tribe, get ready to explore epic landscapes and create unforgettable memories, zero stress and pure adventure. 

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Accommodation Included

Forget all about your booking hassles, leave that to us. Every night of your accommodation (excluding any pre- or post-trip stays) is included at Kiwi Experience partner hostels. 

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Choose Your Pass

Choosing your journey is half the fun! Decide from one of our 4 unique passes ranging from 8 to 23 days, each designed to give you the ultimate Kiwi Experience, packed with the classic Kiwi Experience highlights. These passes follow a fixed itinerary and timeframe. 

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Flexible Start Date

Our  Classic Tours travel on the iconic big green bus network, which means you have hundreds* of departure dates to choose from, especially during the peak New Zealand summer months when buses depart 3 to 4 times per week. This offers you the flexibility to select a date that works for you. 

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Freedom to Tailor

Add activities to your itinerary to suit your bucket list, and book via the Kiwi Experience Trip Planner. From Black Water Rafting, Wine Tasting and Dolphin Swimming to Greenstone Carving, we have a wide range of activities available to book along the way*.

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Driver Guides

You will travel with the same legendary  Kiwi Experience driver guide for your entire trip. They are not just your driver, they are your handbook to New Zealand, offering invaluable local insights, entertaining stories and ensuring you get the most out of New Zealand adventure.