Independent Tours New Zealand

Not everyone wants a fully chaperoned tour -- so for those who seek a little independence and total flexibility with their holiday, Independent Tours are worth checking out.

For Independent Tours New Zealand go to http://toursalefinder.co.nz - note these are for those 18 and over and are popular with travellers in their early 20s.

Here's just a couple of options:

• The Southern Round-up bus pass gets you heading straight up the east coast of the South Island from Christchurch, rather than cutting straight over to the West Coast. You'll quickly get to see Kaikoura, Blenheim, Picton, Nelson and the Abel Tasman National Park and its famous golden beaches.
• The Southlander – also known as the "Bottom Bus" is a journey into the deep south of New Zealand. The beauty of Milford Sound is well known but it’s the other stops that make this truly memorable. Starting in the city of Dunedin the bus heads to the southern-most city of Invercargill. The pass finishes with Te Anau, Milford Sound and Queenstown - but if you get the opportunity to visit Stewart Island, don't snooze. You won't be back here again for a while, if ever!
• Another option is the three day journey around the Coromandel Peninsula, which lies to the east of Auckland. An island hopping ferry cruise will take you through the Hauraki Gulf and on to Coromandel Township. From there the golden sand beaches on the east coast of the peninsula are a short, easy journey.

Video: Cathedral Cove on the idyllic Coromandel Peninsula

For more on Independent Tours New Zealand go to http://toursalefinder.co.nz