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Overview

MotoQuest runs the New Zealand Explorer (also called New Zealand Adventure), a 15-day guided motorcycle tour that traverses both South and North Island highlights with planned stops like Christchurch, Queenstown, Fox Glacier and Punakaiki. The official itinerary, sample departures, and inclusions are published on MotoQuest's site.

The tour package lists hotel accommodations, guided rides, a support vehicle and driver, staff trained in first aid with satellite phone, photos, a swag bag, and included motorcycle options (Suzuki DL650 V‑Strom with upgrades available). MotoQuest operates internationally from a U.S. base and markets these New Zealand departures through its main website.

What to Expect

This is a guided, supported motorcycle tour covering a full 15-day itinerary across New Zealand with daily riding and scheduled rest/visit stops.

Look out for:

  • Daily riding through varied terrain and scenery across both islands; route stops include Christchurch, Twizel, Dunedin, Te Anau, Queenstown, Fox Glacier, Nelson and more.
  • A support vehicle and driver who handle luggage and offer roadside assistance; guides are professional and first-aid trained with satellite communication.
  • Standard tour motorcycles listed on the official page (Suzuki DL650 V‑Strom) with upgrade options available; helmets and personal gear policies are specified at booking.
  • Included hotel nights, welcome/farewell dinners, photos from the trip, a swag bag, and automatic Global Rescue enrollment.

Best way to experience it:

Book through MotoQuest's official tour page, confirm specific departure dates, bike model and upgrade availability, and arrive with appropriate riding license, riding kit and travel insurance. Expect varied weather and pack layers for coastal and alpine conditions.

Things to Note

  • MotoQuest lists this tour and pricing on its official site; confirm exact departure dates and current prices before booking.
  • The standard motorcycle shown is the Suzuki DL650 V‑Strom; inquire about available upgrades and sizing.
  • The tour includes a support vehicle, hotels, guided leadership and emergency communications—verify any personal gear or helmet requirements.
  • MotoQuest operates from a U.S. base and markets NZ tours via its website; there is no verified MotoQuest storefront at the Beachlands address provided.

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