Connect with the people, the land & yourself

On our exciting small group tours in New Zealand for ages 18-35

Our tours are not only about experiencing the beauty of Aotearoa New Zealand, they’re about bringing like-minded individuals together, giving back to the community and teaching the significance of Māori culture and history whilst creating long-lasting friendships. Everyone’s welcome on a Backyard Roadies adventure, from solo travellers to couples and small groups of friends, we strive to create a safe, comfortable and fun environment while we explore New Zealand together. Check out our multi-day road trip experiences below.

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Looking for a winter adventure?

Check out our 10 Day South Snow Adventure

New Zealand’s South Island is a place of breathtaking beauty. It’s home to Queenstown, the Milford Sound, Lake Tekapo and our incredible glacier country, and so much more. With the snow-covered mountains, copper-blue lakes, and unbeatable nightlife, you’ll spend 10 days exploring it all with us while creating unforgettable memories.

These tours are set between June and October every year which is our winter season, and you will have the opportunity to purchase a ski pass on your free days at our most famous ski fields.

  • The Remarkables
  • Cardrona Alpine Resort
  • Treble Cone
  • Coronet Peak

Travelling NZ in Winter?

Check out our 10 Day South Snow Adventure

New Zealand’s South Island is a place of breathtaking beauty. It’s home to Queenstown, the Milford Sound, Lake Tekapo and our incredible glacier country, and so much more. With the snow-covered mountains, copper-blue lakes, and unbeatable nightlife, you’ll spend 10 days exploring it all with us while creating unforgettable memories.

These tours are set between June and October every year which is our winter season, and you will have the opportunity to purchase a ski pass on your free days at our most famous ski fields. (The Remarkables, Cardrona Alpine Resort, Treble Cone & Coronet Peak)

Your Adventure in a Nutshell

Want to reserve your spot now and pay later?

Secure your holiday experience with only $99 NZD deposit and pay the rest off in instalments! We understand that sometimes you might need flexibility and we have you covered! We offer a flexible payment option to make sure that everyone can enjoy New Zealand with us!

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Book with Confidence

If you’re anything like us, being stuck at home is only fueling your inner travel bug! If planning your New Zealand getaway is helping you get through this time, you’re not alone. While we can’t predict the future, we can give you the assurance and confidence to book the tour you’re dreaming of with no pressure and no stress. For peace of mind, you can view about our COVID-19 information here

That’s what we’re all about: Fun, flexible, hassle-free adventure tours.

Who Are Backyard Roadies?

The Team Behind It

We are the only 100% NZ owned and operated small group tour operator. We’re a small team that is passionate about showing off the best of our backyard to the world! Unlike the big corporate tour companies, we’re not driven by money or profit! Our core values are based around connection – with the land, with ourselves and with the people.

Travelling on a Backyard Roadies tour means getting amongst an authentic, grounded and awesome road trip led by a team of passionate and enthusiastic guides. We are dedicated to helping other small tourism businesses and communities around the country, in the wake of COVID19 where larger corporates and multinational travel groups have pulled back, we’re diving in head first to rediscover and connect with New Zealand, from the Far North, to the Deep South – all the people, places, and stories in our own Backyard.

Who Are Backyard Roadies?

The Team Behind It

Travelling with Backyard Roadies means getting amongst an authentic, grounded and awesome trip led by a team of passionate and enthusiastic guides. Jason and the Backyard Roadsters are dedicated to helping other small tourism businesses around the country, in the wake of COVID19 where larger corporates and multinational travel groups have pulled back, we’re diving in head first to rediscover and connect with New Zealand – all the people, places, and stories in our own Backyard.

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Beautiful views of our capital city from Mt Victoria 😍🇳🇿

Enjoy spending 2 nights in Wellington at the end of our North Island Explorer tours! 🚗✨
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Have you visited our biggest Kauri Tree in NZ? 😱🌳

Tāne Mahuta, also known as Lord of the Forest is around 50 meters high and measured at 14 meters around the trunk at breast height 😱

Its age is estimated to be between 1,250 and 2,500 years. Tāne is Māori god of birds and forests. Therefore, Tāne Mahuta is a sacred tree for all Māori people 🙏

According to mythology, all living creatures of the forest are regarded as Tāne’s children ✨
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Great to be back up north again! 🙏✨ quick stop at the beautiful Whangarei Falls before we arrive in the Bay of Islands ⛵️ ...

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