New Zealand BusTravel

See the country in comfort!

New Zealand bus travel is a good option if you are not a driver, lack confidence driving in a strange country or just prefer to be driven.

Going by bus also means you can give your undivided attention to the glorious New Zealand scenery you are going to be driving through.Ever changing scenic delights will keep you glued to your window.

Another bonus is that you are so high up you should get some excellent,unencumbered views.It is also a good way of meeting other travellers, which is always interesting, specially if you are travelling on your own.Often you will hear about activities and places your bus travel companions have enjoyed and recommend around New Zealand.

Individual fares or a Travel Pass?

NEW ZEALAND BUS TRAVEL PASSES

Here are a choice of bus passes that give you the option of hopping and off as you please.With suggested itineraries and extensive route cover......... you could see all you wanted to of New Zealand using one of these passes. Check each site for their specific details.Each pass has slightly different criteria and validity time frames.

• NEWMANS- (rated 5 star)

  They are comfortable, air conditioned, have toilets on board, have a commentary and on some routes offer commentaries in Japanese, German,Mandarin or Spanish

• INTERCITY- (rated 3 star) Also very comfortable, air conditioned, but no commentary or facilities on board.

  Their network covers the whole of the country, and can be used in conjunction with

• Kiwi Coach Pass or 3-in-1 or 2-1 tickets which combine with rail and ferry.
• Intercity Travel Pass is another choice.It is a fantastic way to travel, where ever you want, relatively cheaply.It will depend on how much travel you plan to do, which will suit best.If you are just going from A to B, an individual fare may be more appropriate.
• Kiwi Combo Pass 3-in-1 or 2-1 tickets ( valid 12 months) allow unlimited bus travel on Newman's and Intercity coaches, One Cook Strait Ferry Crossing and 2 one way train journeys on the Tranz scenic network.
• Travelpass can be booked with the Intercity Group here, for a comfortable bus trip.
• NAKEDBUS COMPANY
  
  Travel in NZ from only $1
  Now you can travel around New Zealand in comfort for a low price with Nakedbus.com. Prices start from only $1 per ticket.
  
  
  

  This has got to be a bus company worth looking at with such cheap travel opportunities.This would certainly suit backpackers and those on a tight budget, so take a look.

• Magic Bus is another option which offers discounted fares and is a very well priced option for backpackers or independent travellers.
  
  WITHIN EACH CITY/TOWN

  Each city or town has a local bus system. Some will have bus passes – a day pass you can sometimes also use for other modes of transport such as ferries or trains. Or special tickets that do a circuit of the sightseeing destinations you will most likely want to visit.

  Check with the local Tourist Information Office, or bus driver.They are all different.
  
  You can combine your New Zealand bus travel with New Zealand Rail Travel, and you will also need to use New Zealand ferries if you plan on visiting both the North and South Islands.

  With so many choices you should have a wonderful holiday in New Zealand.I may be biased but it is one of the most beautiful countries you could have chosen to travel to.
  
  FLYING KIWI ADVENTURE TOURS - another option if you prefer a tour.

  Flying Kiwi offer a unique way to experience the beauty and excitement of New Zealand's outdoors. Their tours offer a range of trips from 3-27 days covering both islands and with great flexibility.

  The tours include tasty food, accommodation by lakes, mountains and oceans and a huge range of optional activities everyday.Please visit Flying Kiwi Adventure Tours for more information.
  
  

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