Discover New Zealand's best day hikes and multi-day walks with our exclusive collection featuring our favourite Great Walks of New Zealand and private journeys

Browse our curated collection of New Zealand's best hikes including our exclusive range of private walker journeys featuring the best of the Great Walks of New Zealand. For an exclusive experience, consider our Signature Blanket Bay Walk which features two of the Great Walks: the Milford and Routeburn Track. The Hollyford Track and Queen Charlotte Walk are other popular multi-day guided walks in New Zealand. If you would like to plan a custom New Zealand walking holiday matching your chosen day hikes with New Zealand's best luxury lodges or boutique retreats, we can tailor something special just for you.

Pictured: Ahuriri Valley, South Island. Credit: The Lindis.

Ahuriri Valley, South Island NZ, cr The Lindis Hotel

New Signature Walk in New Zealand

Discover two of New Zealand's Great Walks combined with world-class accommodation on Walk into Luxury's signature Blanket Bay Walk

The Milford Track, your way: Walk into Luxury offers several options for enjoying the world-class Milford Track. Discover the highlights of the Milford Track along with nearby Great Walks - the Routeburn and Kepler Track - on our 4 Day Fiordland Great Walks private journey, or check out our Blanket Bay Lodge signature walk for the ultimate in luxury. If you are set on walking every step of the 54 km Milford Track, your best option is our Ultimate Hikes option, with lodge accommodation along the trail. Check out our all-inclusive itinerary here. Plan your Milford hike now for the November to April season.

    Great Walks of New Zealand: The Great Walks of New Zealand are a collection of multi-day hikes taking in the best scenery across New Zealand's North and South Islands, with well-maintained trail facilities managed by New Zealand's Department of Conservation (DOC). New Zealand's Great Walks can be experienced self-guided staying in DOC huts, or with a local guide staying in off-trail accommodation. Walk into Luxury excels at combining the best of the Great Walks with lodge accommodation and local food and wine.


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    Frequently Asked Questions

    When is the best time to hike Tongariro Alpine Crossing?

    This trail can be hiked at any time of year however the most stable weather conditions are during summer.

    What is the minimum age to do the Milford Track Hike?

    The minimum age to hike the Milford Track is 10 years of age.

    When is the best time to hike the Milford Track?

    November to April is the best time to hike the Milford Track for mild conditions, but pack for any season as the Milford Hike can feature rainfall at any time of year

    When is the best time to hike the Queen Charlotte Track?

    The weather in this region is relatively mild so the Queen Charlotte Track can be hiked year-round.

    Do I carry my own hiking pack on the Milford Track?

    Yes, all hikers carry a 40L hiking pack on the Milford Track hike if walking end-to-end as there is no public road access.

    When is the best time to hike the Routeburn Track?

    October to April is the best time to hike the Routeburn Track, during the Great Walk season when conditions are warmer with fewer rainy days.