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Motorcycle Tours New Zealand

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Motorcycle Tours New Zealand – North and South Island

<p>Motorcycle tours in New Zealand take you by ferry from the volcanic landscapes of the North Island to the Alps of the South Island, either classically on tarmac or as a multi-week off-road adventure away from the main roads. With OVERCROSS you ride these routes guided, with experienced tour leaders, planned stages and hotels along the route.</p>

What makes New Zealand special on two wheels

Two islands, one ferry, completely different landscapes.

2 islands

North and South Island in one trip

A ferry crossing connects the North and South Islands with their completely different landscapes on one loop.

  • Ferry crossing included
  • Volcanoes in the north, Alps in the south

Off-road adventure

Up to 25 days off the tarmac

Dedicated off-road tours run for several weeks away from the main roads through New Zealand.

  • 17- or 25-day format
  • Guided group tours

from €7,300

Classic loop or big off-road adventure

From the classic north-south loop to the big 25-day off-road tour, everything is bookable.

  • Guided group tours
  • On-road and off-road variants

Best time to travel

Best time to travel in New Zealand

New Zealand rides best from October to April.

Best season October to April

  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mär
  • Apr
  • Mai
  • Jun
  • Jul
  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Okt
  • Nov
  • Dez
  • Best time
  • Good to ride
  • Less suitable

New Zealand is most pleasant to ride from October to April, the New Zealand spring through autumn, when the days are long and the mountain passes are snow-free. New Zealand winter (June–August) brings snow to the South Island's Alps.

Spring (Oct–Nov)

North and South Island

Mild, blooming landscape

Summer (Dec–Feb)

All regions

Warm, long days, peak season

Autumn (Mar–Apr)

All regions

Stable weather, less traffic

Winter (May–Sep)

Not recommended

Snow in the South Island Alps

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

October to April.

The North and South Island on the classic loop as well as off-road routes away from the tarmac.

Yes, the loop tours include a ferry crossing between the North and South Islands.

17 or 25 days.

Yes, there are dedicated guided off-road adventure tours.
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