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Taupo has so many spectacular places to see and activities to try that sometimes its easiest to let an expert take care of your itinerary. 

Whether you’re a keen golfer, skier or snowboarder, nature-lover, or traveling group keen to sit back and enjoy the ride together, a tour by bus, private luxury car, or on a bike can help you take in all the highlights of the region with minimum hassle.

Tongariro Alpine Crossing

Rated as the best one-day hike in New Zealand. Hike across a volcanic alpine landscape of dramatic contrasts – steaming vents, glacial valleys, ancient lava flows, alpine vegetation, and vivid crater lakes, all with stunning views.

The best way to get to the start of the track is by shuttle. You can arrange transport through the list of operators below.

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  • Walking & hiking

    Chris Jolly Outdoors - Tongariro Alpine Crossing

    The Tongariro Alpine Crossing in Tongariro National Park is one of New Zealand’s most spectacular tramping tracks, and is considered the most popular one-day alpine hikes in New Zealand. One of New Zealand’s ‘Great Walks’ – a must do in this area.

    $2,140 Book now
  • Bus & coach transport

    Tongariro Expeditions - Ketetahi to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing

    Experience the Tongariro Alpine Crossing with our easy park and ride shuttle. Park at the designated Park & Ride car park (season dependent), catch the shuttle to the trail head at Mangatepopo and follow the track back to your car.

    $75 Book now
  • Rental cars

    Hertz Taupō Airport

    Discover New Zealand with a car rental from any one of our branches in all major cities and airports. Our fleet of late model vehicles are equipped with the latest safety features, so you can travel in comfort and enjoy the drive.

    $100 - $800 Book now
  • Arts & crafts

    Lava Glass Glassblowing Studio Tour

    Lava Glass is the playground of Lynden Over, one of New Zealand's leading glass artists. In his studio, you get the opportunity to watch him and resident artists at work. Lava Glass is the first certified net carbon zero glass studio in the world.

    $12.50
  • Walking & hiking

    Premium Tongariro Crossing Guided Group Walk - Adrift Tongariro

    Our guides are personable, qualified and ready to guide you on one of New Zealand’s best 1-day walks. Adrift provides instruction, transport, equipment and gear hire. We guide every day and guarantee trip departures with wind, rain, snow and shine.

    $450 Book now
  • Custom transfers

    Backyard Tours - Tongariro Crossing Secure Ketetahi Car Park & One-way Shuttle

    Backyard Tours transport services customers to and from the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. 'The best, cheapest', & only secure Ketetahi Car park & Ride, one-way shuttles & transfer that value is not compared. Book now.

    $60
  • Rental cars

    Taupo Airport

    With over 30 car rental locations nationwide Budget Rent a Car can help you on the road to discovery.

    $75 - $300 Book now
  • Walking & hiking

    Adrift Tongariro, Taupō - Guided Tongariro National Park Walks

    We specialise in hiking and canoeing adventures throughout the Whanganui and Tongariro National Parks, including the famous, The Tongariro Alpine Crossing. We operate all year and and whether you’re a novice or keen adventurer we have a tour to suit.

    $195 - $255 Book now
  • Airport shuttles

    VIP Transfers

    We are your dedicated luxury chauffeur service, serving discerning clients across New Zealand’s North Island and beyond. Ideal for individuals, couples, and groups of up to four people.

    $99 - $9,999 Book now
  • Bus & coach transport

    Tongariro Expeditions - Taupō Return Shuttle to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing

    The Taupō return shuttle picks you up from Central Taupō and drops you at the Tongariro Alpine Crossing trailhead in Mangatepopo. We will then pick you up in the afternoon for the return journey back to Taupō.

    $140 Book now
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