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Free WiFi Onboard your Magicbus

We’ve turned every Magic bus into a mobile WIFI zone to make life even easier when you travel with us. And we’ve made it free for everyday you travel! Now when you want to book a hostel, find some information about your next amazing overnight destination or more importantly share that amazing photo you’ve just taken with all of your family and friends via Facebook you can do it immediately. Magic is the only backpacker transport company to give you free WIFI onboard – showing once more that you really can ‘Do More With Magic’.

As a Magic passenger you can simply log in and receive your free half hour on WIFI each day (or up to 20MB of data usage) to use as you want! Certain websites will be free all the time – Including the Magic website, which means you can make your decisions about hostels, activities and travel dates at any time. With free WIFI on the move you get even more flexibility and freedom than any other backpacker bus passenger in New Zealand.
If you just can’t get enough of logging on and uploading photos, videos or ‘checking in’ to every amazing place Magic takes you - then you can simply purchase more WIFI on the go by topping up your account through our WIFI partner Tomizone. Giving you even more benefits – not only can you use your WIFI time on the Magic bus; you can also use it in any Starbucks or Esquires café in New Zealand, and at a growing number of Magic hostels, and activity locations.

Unlike most WIFI and internet access points in New Zealand, it won’t cost you the earth if you want to make greater use of the WIFI on the bus. For NZD $50 you can buy 30 days worth of usage on top of your daily allowance. When it’s commonplace for hotels to charge $30 a day, we’re pretty sure you’ll find our service great value for money.

How amazing will it be to be able to have your friends, fans, followers and family watching your trip of a lifetime in New Zealand with Magic as it happens through your messages, updates and photos! Why not make it happen and book with Magic today.

Jobs with Magic

Are you enthusiastic and reliable? Want to be part of a great team and move your tourism career forward?

At Magic Travellers Network we have a range of different and challenging roles within the company, from entry level positions in customer service and operations, to management, accounting, sales and marketing positions.

If you have an interest in becoming part of our team, we would like to hear from you!

Send your CV to cushla@tourmasters.co.nz or have a look at what jobs we have currently available below.

Current Opportunities.

Driver/Guides

Magic Travellers Network is currently recruiting Driver/Guides for our summer season and beyond.

Are you, or someone you know interested in a driving job where you can sample New Zealand’s best activities,

use your skills to earn with uncapped earning potential and meet new friends from all over the world while enjoying New Zealand’s best sights along the way?

Magic Travellers Network is New Zealand’s leading transport network for independent travellers and backpackers. We are looking for an enthusiastic Driver/Guide’s who are passionate about New Zealand and want to be part of providing exceptional travel experiences and memories to last a lifetime for our visitors.

The role of a Driver/Guide is critical to the success of our operation and as the face of our company you will not only be behind the wheel ensuring our visitors have an amazing experience in New Zealand, but also throwing yourself into everything the Tourism industry has to offer.

Drivers should have a clean class 2 licence (class 4 preferred) with a current ‘P’ endorsement. (However we can assist in getting the required endorsements for the right candidates.)

Core duties involve driving and looking after the coach, providing detailed and relevant commentary, booking accommodation and activities, and providing guidance and advice to travellers from all over the world. Exceptional people and organisational skills are a must.

If you have a genuine love for New Zealand and enjoy having a good time with like minded people we would love to hear from you. Contact us here.

11/12 Taupo to Auckland

Taupo - Rotorua – Mt Mauganui – Auckland

Leaving Taupo we stop at the magnificent Huka Falls for a brief photo stop before we make our way to Rotorua to drop off and pick up passengers who want to stay there. Then our north bound buses will stop in at the Magic Forest giving passengers a chance to walk through the growing forest and also to learn a little about conservation. The next stop is at the chilled out beach town of Mt Maunganui. Here passengers have a little time to relax on the beautiful beaches and soak up the atmosphere of this iconic Kiwi holiday destination, before heading back to Auckland.

11/12 Wellington to Taupo

Wellington to Taupo

We have refreshed this day and added more attractions as our passengers to travel up the heart of the North Island. Our first stop along the way is at Mt Bruce, the National Wildlife Centre. Here our passengers will get up close and personal with kiwis and other unique NZ wildlife. Leaving Mt Bruce we then make our way to the iconic Tui Brewery in Mangatainoka. The passengers can taste the different Tui beers at the bar and enjoy a bite to eat at the café. We then head along the spectacular Desert Road and past Tongariro National Park, stopping for photos and taking in some of New Zealand’s most breath-taking scenery. It’s great for passengers because they really can make the most of the North Island in a short time.

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How It Works

It’s simple! you Hop-on and Hop-off anywhere on our New Zealand network. From top to bottom, we run an extensive network of coaches that circulate around the highways and byways of New Zealand, taking in all there is to see and do. How much or how little of the network you utilise is up to you, what you want to see and the travel pass you buy. You can hop-off anywhere around that network, and get back on when the next bus comes through, or whenever you’re ready to. Each travel pass has a minimum number of days it takes to complete and once you start your travel you’ve got up to 12 months to finish. Our friendly drivers also act as guides, offering help and advice when and where you need it to get the most out of your New Zealand travel.

You get access to the very best New Zealand has to offer with the ability to design your own trip and stay for as short or as long as you want with the security of knowing you have someone on hand to help with your travel plans, if you require it. Our driver guides are there for you, if you need them, to book accommodation, onward transport and activities, but you can also do it all on your MyMagic online journey planner.

The beauty of Magic is that you can decide where you want to go, what you want to do, where you want to do it and where you want to stay. You can plan a trip that takes you 2 weeks or 12 months, or you can throw plans out the window and take each day as it comes. The possibilities are endless.

All you need to decide is what type of travel pass suits you best, and choose your route from there.

Flexi Bus Pass

This is the original and completely flexible travel option allowing you total freedom to enjoy your hop-on, hop-off New Zealand adventure. With your Flexi Bus Pass in hand you choose where you want to go, when you want to do it, what you want to do and where you want to stay. We’ve got heaps of different pass options to choose from including national or single island passes. Absolute endless possibilities await for an unforgettable and hassle-free trip. Only with Magic.

Flexi Beds Package

This completely flexible travel option that provides you all the benefits of Magic's Flexi Bus transport pass but with beds added on. Flexi Beds packages are ideal if you want the security of knowing you have paid for your accommodation and still want the flexibility to travel when and where you want. Choose from a great choice of twelve different Transport Passes combined with 10, 14, 21 or 28 pre-paid YHA hostel accommodation vouchers.

Fixed Beds Package

If you are limited on time but still want to experience the best New Zealand has to offer, these Fixed Beds packages offer you the security of having your Magic trip pre-planned and pre-booked for you. Your fixed Magic Bus transport and pre-booked YHA accommodation allows you to sit back, relax and enjoy a hassle free adventure.

Flexi Bus with Flights

There is simply never enough time to see and do everything New Zealand has to offer but don’t worry, Magic has the answer. If you are short on travel days, Magic’s Coach and Jet passes are designed to help you make the most of your New Zealand holiday. These unique trips combine some of our most popular Flexi Bus passes with a domestic flight at one easy all inclusive price, enabling you to travel further and quicker across both the land and sky.

Want to know how it all works up close and personal? Click here for our Step-By-Step Guide to Magic on the Road.

About Magic Bus

Kia Ora and Welcome to Magic Travellers Network.

Magic Travellers Network was born from a plan hatched in 1991 when 3 mates got together over a beer with a desire to share their love of NZ with like minded young travellers from all around the world. From a small operation in the early days Magic has since grown into one of NZ’s most well known, award winning, tourism companies.

Today, just like on day 1, Magic’s focus is still to provide a unique NZ experience and share everything the country has to offer with backpackers from all over the world. Magic Travellers Network now takes it’s passengers to all corners of New Zealand and provides them with unlimited opportunities to push their limits and have the experience of a lifetime – whatever that may be.

We must be doing something right as we’ve become arguably the most and highest awarded backpacker bus company going round. Among other highlights and a long run of success at previous events , 2008 produced an unprecedented sweep of the New Zealand Tourism Industry Awards. Taking the line honours in both the Tourism Distribution and Visitor Transport categories; alongside the winning of the Tourism Transportation Services Major Category section; the Qualmark – Mark of Quality Award; and the big one, the overall Supreme Award.

Magic Travellers Network was also New Zealand’s first Qualmark Endorsed Visitor Transport Network. This enables you to book Magic Travellers products with confidence! The QualmarkTM endorsement programme is designed to identify professional and trustworthy operators and the assessment looks at all the aspects that affect the quality of a customer’s experience. The QualmarkTM endorsement system is backed by Tourism New Zealand, NZ Automobile Association and Tourism Industry Association.

While awards are nice and provide us with some recognition for all the handwork everyone puts in, really it’s all about you, the traveller and your experience of New Zealand as our guest. So come in and see us before you kick-off on your unforgettable experience around New Zealand, meet some of the Magic Team and other Magic travellers that may be on the road with you.

Our highly experienced and knowledgeable team will give you information on your Magic trip; let you know how it works, help you plan your route to get the best out of New Zealand and give you tips on the best things around New Zealand to see and do.

MAKE EVERY NEW ZEALAND DAY COUNT. DO MORE WITH MAGIC

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10% Off National Passes

If you’re a cardholding member of any of these organizations – YHA; VIP; ISIC; ISE: or MAD then have we got a deal for you.

10% off Flexi bus national passes – valid all the time. That’s a big 10% off our already market leading prices! Just look our for the “10% discount” logo on our All New Zealand Flexi Bus (Transport Only) Passes to show you the way. We’ll ask you for your membership number when you’re making your booking, just enter it in and the discount will apply.

Don’t worry if you haven’t got one of these cards, you can buy a YHA membership from us for $42 when you are purchasing your pass – just tick the box when booking – and you’ll qualify for the 10% discount. With savings over $200 up for grabs that’s $42 well spent we reckon. Go get some!

All New Zealand Passes

South Island Bus Passes

North Island Bus Passes

Free Stuff

More Free Stuff In Between

Sometimes the best things to do in NZ are between each location along the Magic Route. We realise that you don’t want everything to cost money, so we include loads of free things to do in your Magic Pass.

Sand Boarding 90 Mile Beach
Climb up giant sand dunes, jump onboard a bogie board and slide down at high speeds into the Te Paki stream below. It’s a total rush!

Mount Eden Auckland Summit
Check out the view of the city and beyond from the summit of Mt Eden (Maungawhau), once a Maori stronghold (pa). Find out why Auckland was once called the ‘place of 1000 lovers’ and get some great photos of Auckland and the Hauraki Gulf.

Tane Mahuta Lord of the Forest
Get up close to this giant Kauri tree, estimated to be between 1250 and 2500 years old and very important to Maori mythology.

Realm of Tane Rotorua
The Realm of Tane is heartfelt cultural welcome to Rotorua, taking you on a journey through Maori culture, mythology and stories. To follow this you can try the superb Tamaki Maori Hangi and Concert, a cultural experience not to be missed.

Cathedral Cove Coromandel
Walk to one of New Zealand’s most famous coastal spots, which appears in a Hollywood movie and on countless postcards, you’ll understand why when you get there. Guided kayaking and boat trips are available around the stunning marine reserve.

Hot Water Beach
If you need warming up, Hot Water Beach is filled with natural hot springs which provide natural spas on the beach – as long as you are prepared to dig them in the sand yourself!

Tongariro National Park – Ngaruahoe/Mt.Doom views
New Zealand’s first national park – with dual World Heritage status due to its cultural and natural significance. Some amazing photo opportunities of the 3 volcanoes – Tongariro, Ruapehu and Ngaruahoe (as see in Lord of the Rings as Mt Doom)

Mt. Victoria + City Sights, Wellington
A prominent feature of the Wellington landscape. From here you get a panoramic view of the capital city, as well as the harbour and Cook Strait. A great change to get your bearings and take some great photos

Ross, pioneer gold mining town
The biggest gold nugget in New Zealand was found here, and much of the history of this relaxed West Coast town is related to the presence of gold in the surrounding lands.

Kawarau Bridge bungy viewing
Visit the historic bridge – saved from demolition by the bungy site – and watch people throw themselves toward the Shotover River, over 40m below. An entertaining and exhilirating experience.
Tekapo Church of the Good Shepherd & Bronze Dog
New Zealand icons combined – the Church of the Good Shepherd - one of New Zealand’s most photographed buildings, where people from around the world come to get married, and the Bronze Dog statue. This commemorates the service to the region provided by the loyal collie dog.

More Free Walks Along the Way

New Zealand is a mecca for those looking for some of the best walks in the world. If there’s somewhere to walk along the Magic route, we’ll walk it. These are some of the great short walks that you can do while you travel around with Magic.

Moeraki Boulders Giant Marbles
Do some compulsory rock hopping on the Maoraki Boulders, giant marble shaped rocks and the only ones with such a composition in the entire world. Combine this awesome scenic walk and a chance for some excellent pics.

Ruakuri Cave Walk Waitomo
This loop walk takes you through the Ruakuri Scenic Reserve alongside the Waitomo Stream, past limestone outcrops, small caves and through a natural tunnel. It’s a place of strong spiritual and cultural significance to Maori and at night glowworms light the banks of the track.

Huka Falls Walk Taupo
This walk takes you past the Taupo Bungy site, a Spa Thermal Park and a hot water stream, but you hear the highlight of the walk before you see it. The water turns a clear blue to brilliant white and there are loads of viewing spots to admire these thunderous falls and watch the jet boat tours do stunts quite near the base of the falls.

Waipoua Kauri Forest
The forests of Waipoua are the garden of Tane Mahuta, Lord of the Forest. This forest contains three quarters of New Zealand’s remaining kauri trees. Walk to the largest of all, Tane Mahuta (God of the Forest) and learn why it represents one of Maori mythology’s most important figures.

Karangahake Gorge Historic Walkway
Walk through the gold mining area of Karangahake Gorge, a spectacular walk along the old rail trails, through the old 1000m rail tunnel and past gold mining buildings.

Mount John Lake Tekapo
Walk around the lakeside of Lake Tekapo to the heights of Mt John for panoramic views of the lake and surrounding Southern Alps.

Pukakaiki Pancake Rocks
This short walk takes you to one of New Zealand’s must see natural attractions. One of the most unusual features on the west coast – columns of limestone resembling stacks of pancakes, with some blowholes thrown in for good measure.

Lake Matheson Mirror Lake
Called the jewel in the crown of New Zealand’s scenic wonders’ – this lake offers amazing reflective views of the Southern Alps set among native forest. Possibly the best photo stop in the country.

Cape Foulwind Walk & Seal Colony
The name is perfect because of the little bit whiffy Fur Seal breeding colony and also because it is the name that Captain Cook gave the area after his ship was blown off course. The walk along cliffs gives you great views of the seals and awesome views of rugged West Coast.

Ohau Point Seal Colony
Just off the road on the coastal stretch between Blenheim and Kaikoura, you can walk up the little path and see seals basking in the sun, swimming and playing in the water and get up close to nature.

Kaikoura Seal Colony
A great introduction to the plentiful marine life in this area; visit a permanent land-based colony of New Zealand Fur Seals - see them in their natural environment.

Truman Track walk
One of New Zealand’s best kept secrets – a scenic hike through native bush to a hidden cove – amazing scenery and tranquil surroundings.

And when you call into the Magic office in Auckland;

Free Internet & Wifi
Check your emails or update Facebook with your New Zealand adventures for FREE using our Wifi hotspot and Internet terminals.

MAKE EVERY NEW ZEALAND DAY COUNT. DO MORE WITH MAGIC

10% Discount for Cardholders

If you’re a cardholding member of any of these organizations – YHA; VIP; ISIC; ISE: or MAD then have we got a deal for you.

10% Off our National Passes.

10% off Flexi bus national passes – valid all the time. That’s a big 10% off our already market leading prices!

Just look out for the “10% discount” logo on our All New Zealand Flexi Bus (Transport Only) Passes to show you the way. We’ll ask you for your membership number when you’re making your booking, just enter it in and the discount will apply.

Don’t worry if you haven’t got one of these cards, you can buy a YHA membership from us for $42 when you are purchasing your pass – just tick the box when booking – and you’ll qualify for the 10% discount. With savings over $200 up for grabs that’s $42 well spent we reckon. Go get some!

10% Cardholder Discount is not available on already discounted prices.

What’s New For 2012

Free WiFi Onboard

From the 1st of November 2011 every Magic coach will be a mobile WiFi hotspot. And we're even giving it away free each day you travel with us. Learn more about our new service WIFI Onboard

This season we have some awesome changes to the Magic itinerary – we think it will make the Magic trip even better!

Have a read below about what passengers will be doing on the Magic Bus in the new season.

SOUTH BOUND CHANGES

Coromandel
We will soon join up with a local Hop on Hop off tour which will open up the Coromandel peninsula to Magic travellers. We will be departing Auckland half an hour earlier to give our passengers plenty of time to meet the Coromandel buses and more time in Rotoroa to take part in activities in the afternoon.
East Escape Connection
Starts: Rotorua, Finishes: Rotorua, Departs Thursday & Sunday, Minimum days: 2
Our East Escape trip has been a great success so this year and we’ve decided to make it even better so more people can add it onto their trip. We will be changing it to an overnight trip from Rotorua. We will still take in all the best bits of the beautiful East Coast, as well as giving passengers plenty of time to do the unique activities such as rock sliding, shark diving and even a free surfing lesson.
Rotorua - Taupo
We have listened to the feedback from our passengers and they have told us they wanted to spend more time in Rotorua... So we are now departing Rotorua later in the morning, our first pick up is now 11.15am. This gives our passengers enough time to take part in more activities like Kaitaki Rafting and Zorbing. Even with the later departure our passengers still have loads of time to explore Huka Falls, feel the thrill of the Huka Falls Jet and the Taupo Bungy, skydive over the lake and much more. This day now allows passengers to take their time and really enjoy two of the North Islands biggest tourist destinations.

NORTHBOUND CHANGES

Wellington – Taupo

We have refreshed this day and added more attractions as our passengers to travel up the heart of the North Island. Our first stop along the way is at Mt Bruce, the National Wildlife Centre. Here our passengers will get up close and personal with kiwis and other unique NZ wildlife. Leaving Mt Bruce we then make our way to the iconic Tui Brewery in Mangatainoka. The passengers can taste the different Tui beers at the bar and enjoy a bite to eat at the café. We then head along the spectacular Desert Road and past Tongariro National Park, stopping for photos and taking in some of New Zealand’s most breath-taking scenery. It’s great for passengers because they really can make the most of the North Island in a short time.
Taupo - Rotorua – Mt Mauganui – Auckland
Leaving Taupo we stop at the magnificent Huka Falls for a brief photo stop before we make our way to Rotorua to drop off and pick up passengers who want to stay there. Then our north bound buses will stop in at the Magic Forest giving passengers a chance to walk through the growing forest and also to learn a little about conservation. The next stop is at the chilled out beach town of Mt Maunganui. Here passengers have a little time to relax on the beautiful beaches and soak up the atmosphere of this iconic Kiwi holiday destination, before heading back to Auckland.

SOUTH ISLAND CHANGES

Franz Josef – Wanaka
Due to very popular request we will now overnight in Wanaka! This great little town has so much to offer and is full of things to see and do. Jump out of a plane with Skydive Wanaka, get lost in Puzzling World and catch a movie at the classic Paradiso Cinema, not to mention the amazing scenery. Passengers can finish the night off in style at one of the many great bars in Wanaka. We will have heaps of time to explore the magnificent West Coast, making plenty of photo stops along the way!
Wanaka – Queenstown
This will be a new day for us! We will mix the beautiful scenery of Central Otago, with some of the most iconic adrenalin activities of Queenstown. We will stop at the historic Kawarau bridge for those who want to bungy. Then we head to Arrowtown to soak in the atmosphere of this quaint town. Onwards to Shotover Jet for a chance to blast on the river before finally getting to Queenstown. What a day!
Lake Tekapo – Christchurch – Kaikoura
Due to the recent events, we will not overnight in Christchurch for the coming season. After leaving Lake Tekapo in the morning we make our way into Christchurch just before lunch where we make 3 stops, one at the Antarctic Centre near the Airport one at the Jailhouse Backpackers and the final stop at Kiwi Base Camp. The coach will then make its way up the coast to Kaikoura. Passengers will spend 2 nights here which gives you plenty of time to go Whale Watching, Dolphin swimming or fishing on a private charter boat.

Environmental Policy

At Magic, we recognise the importance of New Zealand’s natural environment and the need for its sustainability.
We acknowledge that our company operations have a contributing effect on the local and regional environment.

Magic Travellers is committed to environmentally responsible tourism through continuous improvements in environmental performance, waste management and the prevention of pollution.

Key points of focus -

Apply Qualmark’s Responsible Tourism Criteria as a framework to work from. Where no
appropriate information or criteria is available we will endeavor to work towards setting
our own existing standards.
Reduce consumption of materials where possible and promote recycling.
Strive to minimise wastage (materials and resources) in the office, all operations and product development. Use ‘environmentally friendly’ options where available and realistic.
Minimise wherever possible Magic’s Carbon Footprint.
- Implement measuring of carbon emissions.
- Where vehicles and operations are within our control we will implement methods
aiming to reduce the carbon emissions.
- Encourage external suppliers and operators to reduce carbon emissions.
For all staff to champion the Magic Environmental Policy.
Include environmental issues and information in Magic training and induction process.
Audit progress and report this on a quarterly basis.
Give back to the local environment and community in which we operate

If you want to take part in environmental projects while you're here with us in New Zealand, you can with our Magic Forest project and help keep New Zealand beautiful. Magic offers 4, 7 or 10 day volunteer packages so you can help build a habitat for the Kiwi and other native flora and fauna. Click here for more information.

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Booking Terms and Conditions

MAGIC TRAVELLERS NETWORK CONDITIONS OF CARRIAGE

1. CANCELLATION AND AMENDMENTS

MAGIC TRAVELLERS NETWORK at its discretion may allow cancellation of bookings on the following conditions:

Once booked all passes incur a minimum cancellation of 25% of the ticket price.
Within 7 days of departure: 50% of the ticket price.
Within 2 days of departure: 75% of the ticket price.
Cancellation on the first day of your package, or day of departure: 100% of the ticket price.
Non-notification of cancellation and after departure has occurred: 100% of the ticket price.
Once a booking is confirmed a $50 amendment fee applies to any amendments to Fixed Beds packages.
Once a booking is confirmed a $50 amendment fee applies to any amendments to Connections packages.
Domestic flights booked as part of Coach & Jet passes once confirmed are not transferable or refundable.
Any changes to rail sectors once ticketed will incur cancellation and/or amendment fees.
Passes bought in conjunction with other passes are considered ‘one pass’ and are subject to standard refund conditions e.g. TranzAlpine Experience and Magic Milford Discovery.

2. USE OF PASSES

Pass prices are correct at the time of printing. MAGIC TRAVELLERS NETWORK reserves the right to alter prices without prior notice. Transport Pass prices are based on booking date. All other products including Flexi Bed, Fixed Bed, Coach & Jet, Bus & Beds and Connections prices are based on travel date.

Passes entitle the holder to travel on MAGIC TRAVELLERS NETWORK only.
Passes do not entitle the holder to meals or accommodation unless specified.
Passes do not include transport across Cook Strait between Wellington and Picton or Picton and Wellington unless specified.
Passes that allow rail sectors or domestic flights are subject to availability of rail and air transport and do not include transfers from railway station or airport. (Free shuttles or special low fare buses are often available from selected hostels or city bus routes).
Passengers purchasing Coach & Jet passes must provide evidence of an international airline ticket booked in their name.
Passes are valid for 12 months from the first date of travel and are not transferable.
Each sector may only be travelled once unless your pass allows Unlimited Travel.
Sectors that remain unused are not transferable or refundable.

Unlimited Travel is restricted to the following passes: Summer Magic, Spirit of New Zealand, Wayward Wanderer, Magic Adventure, Northern Discovery and Southern Discovery. Unlimited Travel entitles the holder to travel for a 12 month period from the first date of travel in one continuous direction. Conditions of Unlimited Travel: no backtracking is permitted; repeated circuits can only be commenced upon the full completion of the previous circuit; the pass holder must contact the Magic office once each circuit has been completed and provide photographic identification; the pass holder will be required to provide photographic identification whenever requested by employees of Magic Travellers Network; the pass holder will accept that upon completion of their first circuit they will subsequently travel on a space-available basis and will not be eligible for the 24 hour seat guarantee; the pass holder may not repeat travel on any sectors that are not wholly operated by MAGIC TRAVELLERS NETWORK including Northern Exposure, Coromandel Connection, East esCape, Abel Tasman Escape, Milford Discovery, Catlin’s Coaster. MAGIC TRAVELLERS NETWORK will reserve the right to remove any pass holder found to be abusing Unlimited Travel. Accommodation vouchers included in selected passes that remain unused are not transferrable or refundable.

3. LUGGAGE AND POSSESSIONS

MAGIC TRAVELLERS NETWORK does not accept liability for loss of luggage or other possessions. It is recommended that passengers have comprehensive travel insurance before beginning any travel. Drivers are not permitted to carry lost property. Luggage is restricted to one pack or suitcase or day pack for each booking and subject to the conditions of the Carriage of Goods Act 1979. Collapsible, self-propelled wheelchairs can be carried but electric wheelchairs cannot. A person may negotiate for additional luggage but bikes, sporting or other equipment cannot be carried on coach without payment for excess luggage.

4. FREE WIRELESS INTERNET ON COACHES

MAGIC TRAVELLERS NETWORK will provide a period of 30 minutes (or a maximum data cap of 20MB) per day of free wireless internet service on all Magic operated sectors where possible.

This service may be impaired by geographic, atmospheric or other conditions beyond our control; due to this MAGIC cannot guarantee access to the service at all times. By using this service you accept that MAGIC have no control over these forces and have no obligation to compensate you for any non-use, lost information or information transmitted via the service.

MAGIC reserves the right to withdraw this service, or amend its use policy at any time. This service is provided by Tomizone; for further information please see www.tomizone.com/legal/terms_of_use.

5. ITINERARY AND TIMETABLE

The itinerary described in The Travellers Guide To All Things Magic and the service schedule as advertised as the Magic Timetable is correct at the time of publication and will be adhered to within reason, but may be changed due to weather or safety conditions or at the discretion of Magic Travellers Network. Changes to itinerary, timetable, pick up times or the use of third party coach operators shall not give the traveller a right of cancellation or refund. MAGIC TRAVELLERS NETWORK and its agents are not responsible for any loss or damage resulting from these changes. Advertised minimum travel days may not be available year round. Please check relevant seasonal timetables at www.magicbus.co.nz for accurate minimum days when planning your journey.

5. RESERVATIONS

Your travel agent acts on your behalf and monies paid to your agent do not constitute a contract by description between you and MAGIC TRAVELLERS NETWORK. Your travel agent and MAGIC TRAVELLERS NETWORK are independent of each other. Receipt of monies by your agent must be forwarded to MAGIC TRAVELLERS NETWORK otherwise bookings will not be honoured. You should get verification from your travel agent that monies have been forwarded.

To confirm your booking, full payment is required at the time of booking.
Passengers under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian over 21 years of age.
Passengers 12 and under are eligible for a 10% discount off the standard price.
Pick-ups and drop-offs will be as per advertised in ‘The Travellers Guide To All Things Magic’. Other pick-up and drop-off points are at the discretion of the coach driver.
To guarantee your seat or accommodation you must place your reservation request at least 24 hours in advance by any of the following: informing your Agent, by logging into your My Magic online booking, calling the Magic office on +64 9358 5600, or advising your coach driver.
If you fail to reserve your seat within 24 hours and the coach is full you agree to travel on an alternative day.
The 24 Hour Seat Guarantee only applies to sectors wholly operated by MAGIC TRAVELLERS NETWORK.
Accommodation booked through the Accommodation Guarantee may not always be your first choice. If you wish to stay in specific room types we recommend you book in advance.
Persons committing an illegal act or contravening New Zealand Health and Safety legislation (being a health danger to themselves or others) will be removed from the tour and no refund will be due.

6. CONNECTIONS AND THIRD PARTY OPERATORS

MAGIC TRAVELLERS NETWORK does not accept liability for delays in transit or failure to connect with travellers’ expectations for further connections to any third party operator. MAGIC TRAVELLERS NETWORK does not accept liability for other operator’s activities and accommodation or their reliability or safety standards.

7. IF YOU HAVE FEEDBACK

If a problem occurs during your holiday then, in your own best interests you should contact MAGIC TRAVELLERS NETWORK so that steps can be taken to resolve the matter on the spot, there and then.

8. PROMOTIONAL PURPOSES

Photographs of passengers may be used by MAGIC TRAVELLERS NETWORK for promotional purposes only without the need to obtain additional consent.

9. LIABILITY OF MAGIC TRAVELLERS NETWORK

MAGIC TRAVELLERS NETWORK and any third party operator, connecting to or providing travel agency services for, are independent of each other. MAGIC TRAVELLERS NETWORK , as a New Zealand tour operator, will only accept bookings from the agent of the traveller on behalf of the traveller on the condition that MAGIC TRAVELLERS NETWORK will not accept liability for the operations of any agent or third party including personal injury or illness to the traveller, loss of property, loss from delay or inconvenience to the traveller or any person caused by the actions of any third party or agent of the traveller.

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Group Travel

Magic – not just for independent travelers…

Looking for something a bit different for your group visit to New Zealand?

Magic Travelers Network is an award winning hop-on hop-off travel company that would love to host your group in Aotearoa – New Zealand!

We have been showing adventurous travellers the best bits of our country for more than 20 years. We are fun, friendly and adventurous. Just let us know your requirements and we can provide your group with a quote for an unforgettable New Zealand adventure.

Whether you want to stick to the tried and true Magic route, or visit some of the lesser known areas – we can put together anyitinerary to suit your plans or desires.

What we can offer:

22 to 53 seat coaches – and more than 1 coach if you have a large group!
Experienced, knowledgeable, enthusiastic driver/guideswho will entertain and educate.
Travel on any of the Magic routes and connections (including train trips) or we can customise to suit any needs or special interests.
Competitive rates for accommodation using our network of high standard hostels and hotels.
Access to a huge range of activities at special rates. These range from world famous to hidden secrets, adrenalin pumping to scenic and sedate.
Ski options in winter.

We are the New Zealandtravel specialists and we assure you a well organised tour with competitive rates, reliable coaches and exceptional drivers. If you would like us to provide you with a competitive quote contact charters@magicbus.co.nz. We’re also more than happy to quote for a coach and driver only if you would prefer.

In order to give you a quote as quickly and efficiently as possible please provide us with the following information:

Approximate date of travel and arrival and departure details if you have them.
Basic day by day itinerary or give us a list of the ‘must see’ highlights or pre-booked events and we can put the itinerary together for you. Don’t forget to let us know how long you have in New Zealand.
Expected group size (plus number of escorts with the group).
Type of accommodation required.
Meal requirements (if any).
Any other specific requirements.

Let us show your group New Zealand in a truly unforgettable way!

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Transport & Fixed Beds

Transport & Fixed Beds

Are you are the type of traveller that is limited for time but still wants to experience the best New Zealand has to offer? Do you want the security of having your Magic trip pre-planned and pre-booked for you?

Then Magic's advice is to choose a Fixed Beds package where your transport and accommodation is pre-paid and your booking is confirmed allowing you to sit back, relax and enjoy a hassle free adventure. Click Here to Find Out More..

Highlights

Pre-paid and pre-booked tranport & accommodation
Hassle free - everything is taken care of
Includes Inter-island ferry
Airport transfers on arrival included

Volunteering with Magic

Travelling New Zealand isn’t just about Scenery, Bungy Jumping and Sheep, nor is it all about unique wildlife and native forests – We believe it’s about experiencing ALL of this!

While you have your holiday of a lifetime in New Zealand why not add to this a meaningful volunteer project working directly with endangered Kiwi – New Zealand’s most famous native animal and national icon in a hands on conservation project designed to grow aid in breeding programs to ensure their survival.

Magic has partnered with Kuaka New Zealand to provide you some amazing volunteer options. Kuaka has over 30 years of experience providing meaningful education in this field and is Green Globe endorsed as a Travel education provider.

Magic and Kuaka give you 2 ways to get involved....

Top of The North Volunteering Tours

Take a tour of the spectacular North Island of New Zealand by coach and train and you will experience all the beauty and adventure associated with this remarkable country. Add to this a 4 day or 10 day volunteering package and you really will have a holiday that ticks all the eco-friendly boxes.

Volunteering - the BEST BITS!

Kiwi breeding and recovery programme
Hands on interaction with native wildlife
Immerse yourself in New Zealand culture
High adrenaline adventure activities
Guided bus tour of amazing destinations

Whats Included!

Free airport shuttle to accommodation
YHA NZ Membership
4 or 10 day volunteer package
All tour related accommodation (Multishare)

Please Note: Tours depart on Saturdays only.

Add a Volunteering Package to your Magic Pass

If you’ve already brought your Magic pass – or you want the flexibility of just adding some volunteering work into your Magic journey around New Zealand then you can simply choose one of the below packages and add it to your booking

You volunteering tasks will be made up of the any of, but not always including, the tasks described below:

MAGIC FOREST KIWI ENCOUNTER VOLUNTEERING INCLUDES A SELECTION OF:

Egg-to-Egg Kiwi encounters
Interactive participation in Kiwi conservation project
Learn Maori customs
Visit a local Maori Marae (Meeting house)
Install native wildlife tracking tunnels
Building forest trails
Native bird feeding and night count surveys
Collecting and monitoring native seeds
Planting and maintaining native tree seedlings

Please Note: Accommodation for these days will vary according to the nature of the volunteering work you are involved in. Accommodation costs ($30 per night) to be paid to the volunteer organisation on your first day of work.

BEST BITS

Kiwi breeding and recovery programme
Hands on interaction with native wildlife
Immerse yourself in New Zealand culture

WHATS INCLUDED?

Volunteering work
Ability to begin any day of the week
Qualified and experienced educators and supervisors

Prices:

4 days volunteering - $329 NZD

7 days volunteering - $572 NZD

10 days volunteering - $800 NZD

Frequently Asked Questions

Below are some of our frequently asked questions, hopefully these will help you plan your trip around New Zealand with Magic.

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FAQ’s Nederlands

Magic Travellers Network is een flexibel bus netwerk, ontwikkeld voor de onafhankelijke reiziger. Magic voorziet in een groot aantal passen die je langs de hoogtepunten in Nieuw Zeeland voort. Alle passen zijn geldig voor 12 maanden en je kan op elke plaats op de bus route zo vaak op en af stappen als je maar wil. We brengen je bij je accommodatie en halen je daar ook weer op, en gedurende de reis nemen we de tijd om alle interessante bezienswaardigheden te bekijken. We weten dat je er het meeste uit wilt halen gedurende je tijd in dit schitterende land, en wij zijn er op voorbereid om je dit aan te bieden "Our New Zealand – your way".

MEEST GESTELDE VRAGEN

1. Wat is een 24-uur seat garantie?
Zodra dat je je reis begint met je Magic Pass, het enige wat je hoeft te doen is ons 24 uur van te voren informeren wat je volgende reisdatum is en wij garanderen je een plaats in de bus. Dit geeft je een grotere flexibiteit om de bus op en af te stappen en ter plaatse te beslissen hoe lang je in elke plaats wilt verblijven.

2. Wat zijn "overnight stops"?
De "overnight stops" staan aangegeven door middel van gele stippen op de kaart/brochure. Ze geven voor elke nacht de rustplaats aan van de bus (en chauffeur) en zijn dus als het ware verplichte stops.

3. Kan Magic algemene accomodatie garanderen?
Magic is niet is staat algemene accomodatie te garanderen, doch onze chauffeurs zijn meer dan welwillend om je te assisteren met je reserveringen gedurende je reis. Als je reist volgende een strikt schema, of gedurende de zomer maanden, dan adviseren wij je accomodatie vooruit te boeken in de verschillende populaire bestemmingen. Wij adviseren je dit ook te doen als je specifiek een één –of tweepersoons kamer wilt reserveren.

4. Hoe boek ik mijn activiteiten?
Aan boord van iedere Magic bus wordt een gids aangeboden met daarin de voorhande zijnde accomodatie en activiteiten in elke plaats op de route. Inclusief de gegevens zodat je zelf kan bellen en reserveren, of onze chauffers zijn zeer welwillend om je te helpen met het maken van reserveringen.

5. Hoe werken de "Highlights Packages"? Is accomodatie gegarandeerd?
"Highlights Packages" zijn vooruit geboekte accomodatie pakketten, waarbij gebruik gemaakt wordt van de YHA hostels in Nieuw Zeeland. "Highlights Passes" kunnen alleen buiten Nieuw Zeeland aangeschaft worden en moeten minimaal 72 uur van te voren geboekt worden om accommodatie te garanderen. Daar deze passen vooruit geboekt zijn, wordt er NZ$ 40,00 in rekening gebracht voor veranderingen die worden gemaakt in de "Hightlights Packages".

6. Is de prijs van de Interisland ferry en de trein reizen bij de prijs inbegrepen?
Bij de "Highlight Packages" is de veerboot inbegrepen, waar aangegeven. Bij de andere passen is prijs van de veerboot niet inbegrepen. Alle passen waarbij de treinreis aangegeven staat, hebben de prijs hierbij wel inbegrepen.

7. Zijn binnenlandse vluchten in Nieuw Zeeland bij de prijs inbegrepen?
Bij de "Coach Passes" en "Jet Passes" is de prijs van een binnenlandse vlucht in Nieuw Zeeland inbegrepen. Deze zijn ideaal als je weinig tijd heb en je zowel aankomt als vertrekt van dezelfde bestemming.

8. Zijn maaltijden inbegrepen?
Maaltijden zijn niet bij de prijs van de pas inbegrepen. Echter, de chauffers van Magic stoppen onderweg voor jouw gemak bij locale supermarkten, de groenteboer, etc. Zodat je voldoende boodschappen kan inslaan.

9. Op welke dagen vertrekken de "Magic Connections"?
De vertrekdagen voor de "Magic Connections" kunnen variëren, afhankelijk van het seizoen. Kijk voor de laatste informatie aan de bodem van het relevante tijd schema.

10. Als ik niet in een Magic hostel verblijf, wordt ik dan ook opgehaald; waar moet in anders heen?
Magic bussen halen je op en brengen je bij een aantal geselecteerde hostels in elke bestemming. Als je niet bij één van deze hostels verblijft, dan zal je chauffeur je adviseren wat de meest dichtbijzijnde stop is zodat je zelf je weg daarheen kan vinden voor vertrek.

11. Hoe laat vertrekt de TranzAlpine trein van Christchurch? Hoe kom ik bij het trein station?
De TranzAlpine trein vertrekt vanuit Christchurch om 8.15 uur en arriveert in Greymouth om 12.45 uur. Er is een gratis shuttle vanuit de meeste Christchurch hostels naar het Christchurch trein station. Dus controleer bij de receptie in het hostel waar je verblijft in Christchurch om uit te vinden waar je kan opstappen voor een gratis shuttle.

12. Wordt ik opgehaald als ik van de Interisland veerboot stap in Picton of Wellington?
Vanuit Wellington naar Picton – De Magic Bus vertrekt om 13.00 uur, dus als je met de veerboot van 9.30 uur reist kan op de Magic Bus stappen die op je wacht bij de ferry terminal in Picton. Je reist dan gelijk door naar Nelson op dezelfde dag. Als je liever in Picton overnacht, dan kan je de volgende dag op de Magic Bus stappen bij de ferry terminal.

13. Als we een booking via internet maken, hoe ontvangen we onze tickets?
Zodra je reservering is bevestigd wordt je voorzien van een boekings referentie (PNR) nummer. Op de eerste dag dat je gebruik maakt van de Magic Bus, voorziet de chauffeur je van een ticket dat je gedurende de hele reis bij je moet dragen. In het geval je een transport en accomodatie pas heb aangeschaft, dan zullen je reis documenten klaarliggen bij aankomst in je hostel voor de eerste nachten accomodatie.

14. Hoe lang voordat ik mijn reis aanvang moet ik mijn boeking maken?
Als je een "Highlights Pass" of "Freedom of New Zealand Pass" wil boeken, dan is een minimum van 72 uur vereist om de boeking te maken en te bevestigen. Om een standaard "Transport Pass" te boeken, is niet nodig om dit zo vroeg van te voren te doen. Echter, gedurende de zomer maanden (november – maart) is het zeker de moeite waard om van te voren te boeken om te garanderen dat je kan vertrekken op de gewenste datum

FAQ’s Espanol

Magic Travellers Network es una compañía de autobuses, diseñada especialmente para las personas les gusta viajar independientemente. Todos los pases son validos por 12 meses, y se puede subir o bajar del autobús donde usted lo desee. Nosotros lo dejaremos y recogeremos en su hostal y le daremos tiempo en los puntos de interés durante el día. Nosotros entendemos que usted quiere aprovechar su tiempo al máximo en este increíble país, y nosotros estamos comprometidos a que usted vea a nuestra Nueva Zelanda a su manera.

PREGUNTAS FREQUENTES

1. Que es “24-hour garantee” (24 horas de asiento garantizadas)?

Una vez que usted haya empezado a viajar con su “Magic Pass”, lo único que necesita hacer es hablarnos con 24 horas de anticipación.

2. Que son las “overnight sleeps”, (paradas durante la noche)?

Estas son las paradas de descanso para el conductor durante la noche, por lo tanto son obligatorias. Estas paradas están marcadas con puntos amarillos en el mapa.

3. Nos pueden garantizar alojamiento?

Magic no le puede garantizar alojamiento, pero el conductor le puede asistir en hacer las reservaciones durante su viaje. Si esta viajando en el verano o vacaciones, le recomendamos hacer reservaciones con anticipación, ya que durante esas fechas le puede ser difícil encontrar. También si tiene algunas preferencias como cuarto doble o sencillo.

4. Como puedo reservar mis actividades?

A bordo de cada autobús Magic, hay un libro con sugerencias de ACCOMMODATRION y actividades que puede hacer en cada lugar que visitemos durante su viaje. El conductor del autobús puede hacer sus reservaciones, o si gusta hacerlas usted, encontrara los números de contacto en el libro.

5. Que es un paquete “Highlight”? La ACCOMMODATION esta garantizada?

Highlight Packages son paquetes que puede reservar usando los hostales YHA alrededor de Nueva Zelanda. Estos pases nomás los puede conseguir OFFSHORE y necesita reservarlos mínimo con 72 horas de anticipación para poder garantizarle su ACCOMMODATION. Ya que sus pases estén pagados y confirmados, se le cobrara una cuota de $40.00, si necesita hacer algún cambio

6. Esta incluido el precio del Interisland Ferry y de los viajes en tren en el total?

“Highlights Packages” incluyen el precio del ferry, pero otros pases no. Todos los pases que indiquen un viaje en tren, lo trae incluido.

7. Los viajen en avión dentro de Nueva Zelanda, están incluidos en el precio?

“Coach” y “Jet Passes” incluyen los viajes dentro de Nueva Zelanda. Estos son ideales si esta en tiempo limitado y si usted llega y sale del mismo lugar.

8. Están incluidas las comidas?

Las comidas no están incluidas en el precio de su pase. El conductor se parara en supermercados donde podrá encontrar todo lo que necesite.

9. Que días salen las conexiones de Magic?

Los días de salida dependen en la época del año. Para información al día, checa los horarios en los folletos que le dieron.

10. Si no me quedo en el hostal asignado por Magic, me van a ir a recoger a donde este, o a donde me tengo que ir?

El conductor del autobús lo dejara y recogerá en el hostal asignado. Si usted no se esta quedando en ese hostal, el conductor le puede decir cual es la parada mas cercana en donde lo puede recoger.

11. A que hora sale el tren TranzAlpine de Christchurch, y como llego a la estación del tren?

El tren TranzAlpine sale a las 8.15am de Christchurch y llega a Greymouth a las 12.45pm. Hay transporte gratis a la estación del tren en la mayoría de los hostales en Christchurch. Cheque en su hostal si tiene ese servicio disponible.

12. Habrá alguien esperándonos cuando lleguemos del Interisland ferry a Picton o Wellington?

�� De Wellington a Picton: El autobús Magic sale de Picton a la 1.00pm, por lo tanto si usted salio en el ferry de las 9.30am, podrá encontrarse con el autobús Magic en la terminal de ferry en Picton. Si usted prefiere tomar el ferry a Picton durante la noche, podrá encontrarse con el autobús Magic al siguiente día.

�� De Picton a Wellington: El autobús llega a Picton a tiempo para que usted pueda viajar en el ferry de la 1.30pm hacia Wellington. Tendrá que pasar la noche en Wellington y reunirse con el autobús Magic al siguiente día en la mañana. En la terminal de ferry de Wellington, puede tomar transporte gratis a la estación del tren. De ahí le costara alrededor de $2.00 el transporte a su hostal.

13. Si hacemos reservaciones por Internet, como recibiré mis boletos?

Cuando su reservación sea confirmada, se le asignara un número de reservación (PNR). En su primer día de viaje en el autobús Magic, el conductor del autobús le dará sus boletos. Si usted también ha comprado un pase de alojamiento, sus documentos lo estarán esperando en el hostal donde pase sus primeras noches del viaje.

14. Cuanto tiempo antes de que empiece a viajar es recomendable hacer las reservaciones?

Si usted quiere reservar los pases Highlights o Freedom of New Zeland, necesitamos por lo menos 72 horas de anticipación para hacer su reservación y confirmarla. Para el pase de transporte Standard, no es necesario tanto tiempo de anticipación, pero durante el verano (Nov-Mar) necesita pagar lo antes posible para que usted pueda empezar a viajar en cuanto quiera.

FAQ’s Portuguese

Magia Travellers Net work e uma empresa de onibus flexivel, feita para o viajante independente. Magic opera com um numero de passes que te leva aos melhores lugares da nova Zelandia. Todos os passes sao validos por 12 meses, e voce pode embarcar r desembarcar do onibus em qualquer lugar do caminho. Nos vamos pega-lo e deixa-lo em sua acomodacao e durante o dia nos paramos nos pontos mais interessantes do caminho. Nos sabemos que voce quer aproveitar ao maximo o seu tempo neste maravilhoso pais, e nos nos comprometemos em trazer a voce “ Nossa Nova Zelandia- do seu jeito”.

PERGUNTAS FREQUENTES:

1. O quem e uma garantia de lugares 24 horas?

Uma vez que voce comecou a viajar na sua Magic pasagem, tudo o que voce precisa nos dar e um aviso 24 horas para a sua proxima data de viagem e nos vamos garantir um lugar para voce no onibus. Isto te da uma flexibilidade de embarcar e desembaracar e decider durante a viagem quanto tempo voce quer passer em cada lugar!

2. O que sao as paradas noturnas?

As paradas noturnas sao indicadas pelos pontos amarelos nos mapas. Isto indica o lugar de descaso do motorista e do onibus cada noite, entao sao

paradas obrigatorias.

3. Pode Magic garantir acomodacao?
Magic nao e capaz de garantir acomodacao, contudo os nossos motoristas tem mais do que prazer de ajuda-lo com a reserve da acomodacao durante a viagem. Se voce esta em uma viagem curta, ou durante os meses de verao, e aconselhavel que se reserve acomodacao nos destinos mais populares. E tambem aconselhavel que se reserve a acomodacao se voce especialmente quiser quarto duplo ou sozinho.

4. Como que eu reservo minhas atividades?

A bordo cada Magic onibus e um amplo livro guia para acomodacoes e atividades em cada destino do Magic circuito. Telephones para contato estao

disponiveis se voce deseja fazer os seus proprios contatos para atividades, ou os nossos motoristas estarao mais do que felizes em ajuda-lo a reservar essas atividades.

5. Como funciona ocomo funciona o Fixed Beds packages? A acomodacao e garantida?

Fixed Beds packages sao acomodacoes pre reservadas usando YHA hosels que etao em todos os lugares pela Nova Zelandia. Passagens Fixed Beds so podem ser vendidas em 72 horas de aviso que sao pedidas para se reservar estas passagens e garantir acomodacao. Como isto esta pre-reservado, uma vez que voce reservou e confirmou uma taxa de 40 dolares sera cobrada em qualquer mudanca ou emenda feita para Fixed Beds packages.

6. O preco do Ferry inter-ilhas e a viagem de trem estao inclusos neste preco?

Fixed Beds packages incluem o ferry quando o uso do mesmo for necessario onde ele tem que ser usado. As outras passagens nao incluem o custom do ferry. Todos os passes que indicam “ rail journey” ( viagem de trem) tem custom desta viagem incluso no preco.

7. Estao os voos domesticos dentro da Nova Zelandia inclusos no preco?

As passagens de onibus e Jetpass incluem o voo domestico dentro da Nova Zelandia. Estes sao ideais se voce tem tempo limitado e esta cegando e partindo do mesmo lugar ou destino.

8. Estao as refeicoes inclusas?

As comidas nao estao incluidas no preco da passagem. Os motoristas da Magic fazem contudo paradas em lojas de conveniencia e frutas vegetas pelo caminho para que voce possa comprar coisas para comer.

9. Que dias as coneccoes do Magic parte,?

Os dias de partida das coneccoes do Magic podem variar dependendo da estacao. Para informacoes sobre datas certifique a parte de baixo do horario.

10. Se eu nao vou ficar no Hostel do Magic eu serei apanhado pelo onibus, ou para ondee u tenho que ir?

Os onibus da Magic irao apanha-lo e deixa-lo em hostels seleccionados em cada destino. Se voce nao se hospedar em um desses hostels seleccionados entao o motorista pode avisa-lo onde voce tem que pegar o onibus e voce pode fazer o seu caminho ate onde o onibus parte.

11. Que horas o tre “ TranzAlpine” parte de Christchurch? Como eu chego ate a estacao de trem?

O TanzAlpine parte de Christchurch as 8:15 am, cegando a Greymouth as12:45pm. Tem um onibus de cortesia na maioria dos hostels de Christchurch

para a estacao de trem de Christchurch, entao veja com o hostel que voce esta ficando la para onde voce tem que ir para pegar o onibus de graca.

12. Havera algum transporte do terminal de ferry quando eu cegar do ferry Inter.-ilhas em Picton ou Wellington?

Viajamos de Wellington para Picton – O onibus Magic parte de Picton as 1:00pm se voce esta viajando no ferry das 9:30am voce pode encontrar o onibus Magic no terminal de ferry de Picton e continuar ate Nelson no mesmo dia. Se voce quiser passa a noite em Picton voce pode voltar para o onibus Magic no terminal de ferry no dia seguinte.

Viajando de Picton para Wellington - Os onibus chegam em Picton a tempo de voce pegar o ferry da 1:30pm para Wellington. Voce precisara dormir em

Wellington e pegar o onibus Magic na manha seguinte. Cegando emWellington voce pode pegar um transporte gratis do terminal de ferry para a estacao de trem. Daqui custa uma taxa de $2 para chegar nos hoteis em Wellington

13. Se nos fizermos uma reserva pela internet como vamos receber os tickets?

Quando a sua reserva estiver confirmada voce recebera um numero de referencia da reserva (PNR). Ao estar no onibus magic no seu primeiro dia de

viagem seu motorista lhe dara a sua passagem que debe ser mantida com voce durante a sua viagem. Se voce comprou uma passagem com acomodacao e transporte, seus documentos de viagem estarao te esperando no seu Hostel pelas primeiras noites de acomodacao.

14. Quanto tempo antes de eu comecar a viajar e melhor eu fazer uma reserva?

Se voce esta esperando uma reserva Fixed ou Flexi Beds packages nos pedimos 72 horas para reservar e ter isto confirmado para voce. Para a passagem padrao nao e necesario avisar com tanta antecedencia, mas durante os meses de verao(novembro-marco) seria melhor pagar pela reserva o mais rapido possivel para garantir sua partida no dia que voce quer ou deseja.

OBS: Desculpa pelos erros de acentuacao…mas e que nao te acento nesses computadores…hehehehe…Boa viagem a todos

FAQ’s Francais

Magic Travellers Network est un reseau flexible designes au voyageur independent. Magic propose differents pass vous emmenant aux meilleurs endroits de Nouvelle Zelande. Tous les pass sont valables 12 mois et vous pouvez embarquer et descendre du car n’importe ou au long du trajet. Nous vous deposerons et viendrons vous chercher a votre logement et pendant la journee nous prevoirons du temps aux points d’interet sur le trajet. Nous savons que vous voulez profiter un maximum de cet incroyable pays et nous nous engageons de faire de “Notre Nouvelle Zelande-votre Chemin”.

QUESTIONS SOUVENT POSEES

1. Qu’est ce qu’un siege garantis 24 heures?
Une fois que vous avez commence de voyager avec votre pass Magic, tout ce que vous avez besoin de faire est de nous donner la date de votre prochain voyage 24 heures a l’avance et nous vous garantirons une place dans le bus.Cela vous permet une grande flexibilite d’embarquement et vous pouvez decider combien de temps vous souhaitez passer a chaque endroit.

2. Qu’est ce que sont les arrets de nuit?
Les arrets de nuit sont indiques par les points jaune sur la carte. Ce sont les arrets de nuit du car (et du chauffeur) et ces arrets sont obligatoires.

3. Magic peut-il garantir vos logements?
Magic n’est pas capable de garantir vos logements, cependant nos chauffeurs seront plus que pret a vous aider dans vos reservations au long de votre voyage. Si vous avez un emploi du temps strict, ou pendant les mois d’ete, il est preferable de reserver a l’avance pour les destinations les plus frequentees. Il est aussi conseille de reserver a l’avance votre logement si vous voulez une chanbre simple ou double.

4. Comment reserver mes activites?
A bord de chaque car Magic vous trouverez un guide detaille des logements et activites a chaque destinations sur le circuit Magic. Les coordonnees sont
incluessi vous souhaitez appeler et reserver vos propres activites, ou le chauffeur sera heureux de vous aider dans vos reservations.

5. Comment marche les Highlights packages? Les logements sont ils garantis?
Les Highlights packages sont des offres comprenant des logements pre-reserves utilisant les hotels YHA en Nouvelle Zelande. Ces pass ne peuvent etre achetes qu’en dehors de Nouvelle Zelande au moins 72 heures a l’avance.

6. Est ce que le prix du ferry Interisland et celui des voyages en train sont inclus dans le prix?
Les Highlights packages comprennent le prix ferry ou il est necessaire.Les autres pass ne comprennent pas le prix du ferry.Tous les pass indiquant
un voyage en train ont le prix de ce voyage inclus dans le prix.

7. Les vols domestics en Nouvelle Zelande sont-ils inclus dans le prix?
Les pass Coach and Jet comprennent un vol en Nouvelle Zelande. Ils sont ideaux si vous possedez un temps limites et si vous arrivez et repartez de la
meme destination.

8. Les repas sont ils inclus?
Les repas ne sont pas inclus dans le prix de votre pass. Les chauffeurs Magic font cependant des arrets pendant le trajet vous permettant de vous approvisionner.

9. Quels sont les jours de depart pour Magic Connections?
Les jours de depart pour Magic Connections peuvent varier en fonction de la saison. Les informations mise a jour sont a consulter au bas des horaires.

10. Si je ne reste pas aux hotels Magic, serais-je recupere, ou ou ai-je besoin d’aller?
Les cars Magic vous deposerons et vous recupererons aux hotels selectionnes a chaque destination. Si vous ne restez pas dans l’un de ces hotels le chauffeur peut alors vous conseiller l’endroit le plus proche pour votre depart.

11. A quelle heure le train TranzAlpine quitte-il Christchurch? Comment se a la gare?
Le train TranzAlpine part de Christchurch a 8.15am et arrive a Greymouth a 12.45pm. Il y a une navette gratuite allant de la plupart des hotels de
Christchurch jusqu’a la gare de Christchurch donc demandez a votre hotel l’endroit ou vous pouvez la prendre.

12. Y aura-t-il une navette a l’arrivee du ferry a Picton ou a Wellington?
.Voyageant de Wellington a Picton-Le car Magic quitte Picton a 1.00pm donc si vous prenez le ferry a 9.30am vous pouvez prendre le car Magic a l’arrivee du ferry a Picton et continuer jusqu’a Nelson le meme jour. Si vous souhaitez passer la nuit a Picton vous pouvez rejoindre le car Magic a l’arrivee du ferry le lendemain.
.Voyageant de Picton a Wellington-Les cars Magic arrivent a Picton a l’heure pour le ferry de 1.30pm jusqu’a Wellington.Vous aurez besoin de passer la nuit a Wellington et prendre le car Magic le lendemain matin. A l’arrivee a Wellington vous pouvez prendre une navette gratuite du terminal jusqu’a la gare. De la gare il vous coute environ 2 dollars pouraller jusqu’aux hotels a Wellington.

13. Si nous faisons une reservation par internet, comment recevrons nous nos billets?
Lorsque votre reservation est confirmee on vous fournira un numero de reservation (PNR). Lorsque vous embarquez dans le bus le premier jour de votre voyage le chauffeur vous remettra un ticket que vous devrez garder le reste de votre voyage. Si vous avez achete un pass transport et logement, vos
documents de voyage vous attendrons a l’arrivee a l’hotel les premieres nuits.

14. Combien de temps avant mon voyage ai-je besion de reserver?
Si vous souhaitez reserver les pass Highlights ou Freedom of New Zealand vous devez avoir reserve et confirme au moins 72 heures a l’avance. Pour un pass Transport standart vous n’avez pas besoin de reserver autant a l’avance mais, pendant les mois d’ete (Nov-Mar) il est preferable de reserver aussitot que vous le pouvez pour assurer un depart le jour de votre choix.

FAQ’s Italiano

La rete di trasporti “Magic travellers” dispone di pullman flessibili, ideati per viaggiatori indipendenti. “Magic” opera in tutti i maggiori centri della Nuova Zelanda. Tutti I pass sono validi per 12 mesi, e puoi salire e scendere dal pullman ovunque preferisci lungo la via. Ti lasciamo alla tua sistemazione e ti veniamo a riprendere, e durante il giorno ci sono fermate che ti permettono di visitare i punti di maggior interesse della zona. Sappiamo che vuoi passare la maggior parte del tuo tempo in un paese affascinante, e ci impegniamo a mostrarti “la nostra Nuova Zelanda- la tua Via”.

Domande frequenti

1. Cosa significa posto garantito per 24 ore?
Dopo aver iniziato a viaggiare con il tuo Magic pass tutto quello che devi fare e’ avvisarci 24 ore prima per la data del tuo prossimo viaggio ed avrai un posto a sedere garantito sul pullman. Questo ti assicura la massima flessibilita’ nel decidere dove e per quanto tempo ti vuoi fermare in ogni luogo, e quando ripartire.

2. Cosa sono le fermate notturne?
Le fermate notturne sono indicate dai punti gialli segnalati sulla mappa. Rappresentano i punti di ristoro notturni dell’autista e sono a tutti gli effetti fermate obbligatorie.

3. Puo’ Magic garantirti una sistemazione generale?
Magic non e’ in grado di garantirti una sistemazione generale, in ogni caso i nostri autisti saranno piu’ che lieti di assisterti nel prenotare una sistemazione durante il viaggio. Se hai degli orari rigidi, o durante i mesi estivi, ti e’ consigliato prenotare in anticipo in alcune delle destinazioni piu’ popolari. E’ anche consigliabile prenotare in anticipo la tua sistemazione se richiedi una specifica camera doppia o singola.

4. Dove posso prenotare le mie attivita’?
A bordo del Magic bus puoi trovare un catalogo con tutte le attivita’ possibili in ogni localita’. I dettagli ti verranno forniti quando telefonerai per prenotare l’attivita’, ed anche in questo caso i nostri autisti saranno piu’che lieti di assisterti.

5. Come funziona il pacchetto “Highlights”? La sistemazione e’ garantita?
Il pacchetto “Highlights” ti offre sistemazioni sicure in quanto prenotate in anticipo, negli ostelli YHA situati in tutta la Nuova Zelanda. Puo’ essere acquistato solo all’estero e sono necessarie 72 ore di anticipo per prenotare e confermare il biglietto. Se cambi idea dopo aver confermato il tuo biglietto ti verra’ addebitata una penale di $40.00

1. Il costo del traghetto che collega le due isole e dei viaggi in treno sono inclusi nel prezzo?
Il costo del traghetto e’ incluso nel pacchetto “Highlight” (quando applicabile). Gli altri pass non lo includono. Il costo dei viaggi in treno e’ compreso nei pass quando indicato.

6. I voli interni sono inclusi nel prezzo?
I pass “Coach” e “Jet” includono nel loro prezzo i voli all’interno della Nuova Zelanda. Sono ideali se disponi di un tempo limitato e se arrivi e riparti dalla stessa localita’.

7. I pasti sono inclusi nel prezzo?
I pasti non sono inclusi nel prezzo del tuo pass. Gli autisti di Magic si fermano in convenienti negozi (anche di frutta e verdura) per permetterti di comprare il necessario.

8. In quali giorni parte la “Magic connection”?
I giorni di partenza della “Magic connection” possono variare a seconda della stagione. Per maggiori informazioni controlla la relative tabelle.

9. Se non pernotto in un ostello Magic dove mi venite a riprendere il giorno seguente?
Gli autisti Magic ti lasciano e ti vengono a riprendere in selezionati ostelli. Se non pernotti in uno di questi, l’autista ti informera’ sulla fermata piu’ vicina dalla quale potrai riprendere il pullman il giorno della tua partenza.

10. A che ora il treno transalpino parte da Christchurch?
Come posso arrivare alla stazione dei treni? Il treno transalpino parte da Christchurch alle 8.15 am, e arriva a Greymouth alle 12.45pm. Da molti degli ostelli di Christchurch partono navette gratuite che li collegano con la stazione dei treni. Controlla se anche dal tuo ostello partono queste navette, o dove devi recarti per prenderle.

11. Qualcuno mi viene a prendere all’arrivo del traghetto a Picton o Wellington?
Da Wellington a Picton: il pullman parte da Picton all’1.00 pm. Se hai viaggiato con il traghetto delle 9.30 am puoi prendere il pullman “Magic” alla stazione dei traghetti lo stesso giorno e continuare per Nelson. Se desideri passare la notte a Picton puoi prendere il bus, sempre alla stazione dei traghetti, il giorno seguente.
Da Picton a Wellington: il Pullman arriva in tempo per permetterti di partire all’ 1.30 pm per Wellington. Puoi decidere di passare la notte a Wellington e prendere il pullman il giorno seguente. Al tuo arrivo a Wellington puoi prendere una navetta gratuita dalla stazione dei traghetti a quella dei treni. Da qui il prezzo per raggiungere gli ostelli e’ di circa 2$.

12. Se prenoto via internet dove ricevero’ i miei biglietti?
Quando la tua prenotazione e’ confermata ti viene fornito un numero (PNR). Una volta iniziato il tuo primo viaggio sul bus l’autista ti rilascera’i tuoi biglietti (che dovrai conservare per tutto il viaggio). Se hai prenotato un pass che include trasporto e sistemazione, i tuoi documenti di viaggio ti verranno rilasciati dall’ostello durante la tua prima notte di soggiorno.

13. Quanto tempo prima dell’inizio del mio viaggio devo prenotare?
Se intendi acquistare un pass “Highlights” o “Freedom of New Zealand” sono necessarie almeno 72 ore di anticipo per prenotare e confermare i tuoi biglietti. Per un pass standard non e’ necessario cosi’ tanto tempo, ma durante i mesi estivi (Nov-Mar) e’ preferibile prenotare con un certo anticipo, per essere sicuro che la data di partenza sia nel giorno da te richiesto.

FAQ’s Deutsch

Magic Travellers Network ist ein flexibles Busnetzwerk, dass speziell für unabhängige Reisende entwickelt worden ist. Es stehen verschiedene Routen zur Auswahl, die dich zu den Highlights Neuseelands bringen. Für jede dieser Route kannst du einen sog. „Travel Pass“ kaufen, der 12 Monate gültig ist. Während dieser Zeit entscheidest du, wo du auf der von dir ausgewählten Route aus dem Bus aussteigst, wieder einsteigen und wie lange du bleiben möchtest. Abends bringen wir dich zum Hostel und holen dich von dort auch wieder ab. Immer wenn es während der Busfahrt etwas Interessantes zu entdecken gibt, halten wir oder machen kleine Abstecher. Es ist dein Urlaub und wir möchten, dass du das Beste dieses atemberaubenden Landes siehst. Deshalb heißt unser Motto: “Our New Zealand – your Way”.

FAQ – Häufig gestellte Fragen

Was ist eine 24-Stunden Sitzplatzgarantie?

Solange du uns mind. 24 Stunden vor deiner geplanten Weiterreise informierst, garantieren wir dir einen Platz in dem von dir gewünschten Bus. Das gibt dir größtmögliche Flexibilität und du kannst spontan entscheiden, wann du zu deinem nächsten Stop ausbrechen möchtest.

Was sind “overnight stops”?

Die gelben Punkte auf der Karte markieren die Orte, wo wir übernachten. Diese “overnight stops” erlauben dir und dem Fahrer Pausen. Hier hast du die Möglichkeit, eine oder mehrere Nächte zu bleiben, je nach deinen Reisewünschen.

Kann Magic die Unterkünfte während der Reise garantieren?

Nein, leider können wir keine Garantie geben, helfen jedoch bei der Hostel-Suche bzw. – reserviereng. Unsere Busfahrer verfügen über Listen aller Backpackers und Hostels und sind während der gesamten Reise gerne bereit, dir entsprechende Hilfestellung zu geben. Besonders wenn du nicht viel Zeit hast oder während der Sommermonate durch Neuseeland fährst solltest du deine Unterkünfte jeweils einige Tage im Voraus reservieren. Dies gilt auch für alle, die in Einzel- oder Doppelzimmern übernachten möchten.

Wie buche ich die Aktivitäten während der Reise?

Auf dem Franz Josef Gletscher wandern, ein Mountainbike leihen oder mit dem Kanu durch den Abel Tasman? Kein Problem bei Magic! Im Bus findest du ausführliches Info-Material über alle Aktivitäten und Ausflüge, die auf deiner Route möglich sind. Du kannst diese selbst buchen oder deinen Busfahrer bitten, die Touren für dich zu organisieren.

Was sind und wie funktionieren „Highlights packages“?

Highlights packages sind bereits im voraus gebuchte Unterkunts-Packages. Auf der von dir gewählten Route übernachtest du jeweils in YHA-Hostels. Du musst die Highlights packages vor Beginn der Reise, mind. 72 Stunden im voraus buchen, damit wir deine Unterkunft garantieren können. Änderst du im Nachhinein deine ursprünglichen Reisepläne und must Hostels umbuchen, müssen wir dir leider jeweils eine Umbuchungsgebühr von NZ$ 40

berechnen.

Sind die Interisland Fähre und Bahnfahrten bereits im Preis enthalten?

Highlights packages beinhalten die Fährüberfahrt bereits. Bei allen anderen Routen/Travel Pässen sind diese Kosten noch nicht enthalten. Alle Preise für Routen, die Bahnfahrten vorsehen, sind Komplettpreise, die die Bahnfahrten ebenfalls abdecken.

Sind Inlandsflüge bereits im Preis enthalten?

Ja, einige der Routen sehen z.B. Flüge von Christchurch nach Auckland vor. Diese sind bereits im Preis enthalten. Besonders geeignet sind solche Routen für alle, die wenige Zeit mitbringen.

Ist die Verpflegung im Preis enthalten?

Nein, unsere Busfahrer halten jedoch in regelmäßigen Abständen an Obstfarmen und Supermärkten. Die Hostels haben in der Regel gute Kochmöglichkeiten.

An welchen Tagen fahren die Magic Busse jeweils?

Es gibt fest stehende Tage, die jedoch je nach Saison und Jahreszeit variieren. Bitte frage bei uns nach oder checke den aktuellen Fahrplan.

Wenn ich nicht in einem der Magic Hostels will übernachte, werde ich trotzdem morgens abgeholt?

Alle Magic Busse haben mehrere feste Haltepunkte, die jeweils angefahren werden. Sollte das von dir ausgewählte Hostel nicht darunter sein, wird dir dein Busfahrer den nächstgelegenen Stop zeigen. Dort wirst du abgesetzt und auch wieder abgeholt.

Wann fährt die TranzAlpine Bahn ab Christchurch? Wie komme ich zum Bahnhof?

Die TranzAlpine Bahn verläßt Christchurch jeden Morgen um 8.15 Uhr und erreicht Greymouth mittags um 12.45 Uhr. Von vielen Hostels in Christchurch wird ein kostenloser Shuttle zum Bahnhof angeboten. Auch von einigen Punkten in der Innenstadt kannst du den Shuttle nutzen. Informationen dazu erhältst du an der Rezeption deines Hostel.

Wenn ich in Picton oder Wellington ankomme, werde ich dann vom Fährterminal abgeholt?

Von Wellington nach Picton – Die Magic Busse fahren jeweils um 13:00 Uhr in Picton ab. Nimmst du also die Fähre ab Wellington um 9:30 Uhr kannst du am gleichen Tag nach Nelson weiter reisen. Entscheidest du dich für eine spätere Fähre und damit für eine Übernachtung in Picton, nimmst du den Magic Bus am nächsten Tag um 13:00 Uhr.

Von Picton nach Wellington – Wir erreichen Picton pünktlich, damit du die Fähre um 13:30 Uhr erreichst. In Wellington ist eine Übernachtung vorgesehen, um am nächsten Morgen die Reise fort zu setzten. Vom Fährterminal in Wellington fährt ein kostenloser Shuttle zum Bahnhof. Von dort erreichst du die meisten Hostels mit dem Taxi für ca. NZ$ 2,-.

Wie bekomme ich meine Tickets, wenn ich im Internet buche?

Sowie wir deine Buchung erhalten und bestätigt haben, erhältst du eine Buchungsnummer (booking reference number PNR). An deinem ersten Reisetag stellt dir dein Busfahrer dein Ticket aus. Bitte bewahre dieses gut auf. Du benötigst es für deine Weiterreise. Solltest du einen Travel und Accommodation Pass (Route+Unterkunft) gebucht haben, bekommst du deine Hostel-Voucher bei deiner ersten Übernachtung.

Wie lange im Voraus sollte ich einen Magic Travel Pass kaufen?

Für die Routen “Highlights” und “Freedom of New Zealand” musst du dich mind. 72 Stunden vor deiner geplanten Abreise bei uns anmelden, damit wir deine Reise-Arrangements treffen können. Für alle Standard-Routen bzw. Standard-Pässe ist dies nicht notwendig. Bitte beachte jedoch, dass es gerade in den Sommermonaten (Nov.-März) zu Ausbuchungen kommen kann. Entscheide dich deshalb rechtzeitig, damit du an dem von dir bevorzugten Tag abreisen kannst.

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Welcome to the Magic blog. Here you’ll find all our musings, ramblings and hopefully more often than not, worthwhile tips, tricks and advice on all things New Zealand.

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Discount for Cardholder Terms

Cardholder Price refers to a discounted price available on selected passes and pass types as indicated by the 10% cardholder disc. To be eligible for the Cardholder Price it is required that a YHA Card be purchased during the booking process for your eligible pass, or a valid membership card from one of the below organizations be held.

YHA / VIP / ISIC / ISE / MAD

If you already hold one of these cards you will be asked for your card number at time of booking. The applicable discount will then be applied. The discount is only available with Magic's National Transport Passes. If you do not hold one of these cards a YHA membership valued at NZD $40 can be purchased along with your pass and your discount applied.

10% Cardholder Discount is not available on already discounted prices.

Guaranteed Accommodation

Your accommodation is guaranteed - In each overnight stop there is a choice of hostels to stay in. Once you have decided where you want to stay let your driver know when you jump on the bus. The drivers are able to guarantee a bed in a hostel if you give them 24 hours notice. Remember, with our accommodation guarantee your first choice is not guaranteed, so if you have specific requirements, please book in advance.

If you need a single, double or twin room or want to stay at a particular hostel, we suggest you book well in advance to ensure that you get the room and hostel you want. Have your credit card ready as hostels will normally only hold space form you with a credit card number as a guarantee. In the Peak season we recommend you have accommodation booked well in advance.

If you are hopping off the bus in-between destinations along the route, you will need to book your accommodation yourself and check with your driver for the best pick-up point.

If you change your plans remember to cancel any pre-booked accommodation.

Unlimited Travel

Unlmited Travel

Continue your journey for up to 12 months for as often as you like. That’s right, you can complete as many circuits of your pass as you like. Missed something? Want to see and experience bit and pieces again or just want to go round one more time. A great option for those with extended stays in New Zealand or tripping around while on a working holiday.

Unlimited Travel is available on the following Passes. Just look out for the Unlimited Travel icon next to the maps.

Summer Magic
Magic Adventure
Wayward Wanderer

Spirit of New Zealand
Northern Discovery
Southern Discovery

Unlimited Travel entitles the pass holder to travel for a 12 month period from the first date of travel in one continuous direction. You can’t backtrack, your journey must follow the prescribed route and repeated circuits can only be commenced upon the full completion of the previous circuit.

You just need to contact the Magic office once each circuit has been completed, provide photographic identification and a new pass will be issued allowing a subsequent circuit.

View full terms of use here.

24 Hour Seat Guarantee

As long as you give us at least 24 hours notice we can guarantee you a seat on the bus. So even in the busiest periods through summer and at other peak times you will never be left stranded.

Magic Travellers Network is the only hop on hop off operator to offer a seat guarantee. We know that when you’re done in one place it’s time to leave, and we know how frustrating it can be to have to wait for days sometimes before a space comes free. Especially when your pushed for time. We don’t operate on a first come first served basis, we don’t give priority to those just arrived, we give priority to everyone, so as long as you give us that 24 hours notice. Too easy.

Just check the latest timetable and see when the next bus comes through. If we have to put on another coach to accommodate you, we can, we will and we do! To confirm your onward booking just login to you MyMagic account and select the date of the next sector of your journey. You can also advise your driver when you hop off the bus if you know when you want to travel. Alternatively, call any of our offices listed. When calling any of our offices please have your ticket ready as we will need your PNR number, located in the top right hand corner of your ticket.

If you change your mind it’s no problem, just make the amendment on MyMagic or contact the Magic office and advise us of the change. It is important that you cancel any reservations you no

longer require as this allows us to plan correctly.

If you fail to reserve your seat within 24 hours and the coach is full you agree to travel on an alternative day. The 24 Hour Seat Guarantee only applies to sectors wholly operated by Magic Travellers Network.

Current Specials

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Travel Passes

Magic's New Zealand travel passes let you have the best of both worlds. We offer you access to the very best New Zealand has to offer with the flexibility of being able to travel at your own pace. You can get off the coach anywhere en route and book your next sector with your driver. You can plan a trip that takes you 2 days, 2 weeks, 12 months, or you can throw plans out the window and take each day as it comes!

Just choose a pass that suits you best.

Flexi Bus Transport Passes

The original and completely flexible travel option allows you total freedom to enjoy your hop-on, hop-off New Zealand adventure. With your Flexi Bus Pass in hand you choose where you want to go, what you want to do and where you want to stay. Absolute endless possibilities await for an unforgettable and hassle-free trip. Only with Magic.

Divided into National Passes or single Island Passes, choose the best pass for you and start planning your trip of a lifetime. With Magic's unique seat and accommodation guarantee’s, we will always find you a bed for the night and a seat on the bus the following day. With the dedicated services of one of our awesome driver guides, you'll have the confidence that everything is taken care of including access to great activities and drops offs and picks ups from our recommended hostel accommodation not to mention their great stories along the way. Every Flexi Bus Pass is valid for 12 months from your first date of travel and be sure to look out for the Unlimited Travel option on selected passes allowing you to travel the circuit as often as you like.

Choose a Magic Flexi Bus Transport Pass for unlimited experiences.

Transport and Accommodation Passes - Fixed and Flexi Bed options.

Flexi Beds

The completely flexible travel option that provides you all the benefits of Magic's Flexi Bus transport pass but with beds added on. Flexi Beds packages are ideal for those travellers who want the security of knowing you have paid for accommodation and still want the flexibility to travel when and where you want. Choose from a great choice of twelve different Magic Transport Passes combined with 10, 14, 21 or 28 pre-paid YHA hostel accommodation vouchers. Vouchers can be exchanged at any one of YHA's New Zealand hostels and allow you to stay as long as you want. Flexi Beds accommodation is based on a shared basis with linen, duvets and pillows provided. All hostels have modern, fully equipped kitchens and comfortable lounges to relax after a busy and exciting day.

Your Flexi Beds package includes:

Magic Flexi Bus Transport Pass
10, 14, 21 or 28 nights YHA multi-share accommodation vouchers
YHA New Zealand membership
Transport by ' Super Shuttle' from the airport to your YHA hostel on arrival
Pick up and drop off to your hostel door
Travellers Guide to all things Magic

Please Note:
- If you want to guarantee your bed we advise you to book your next nights stay in advance
- Flexi-bed packages are NOT available for purchase in New Zealand
- 72 Hours notice is required to confirm Flexi Beds packages
- When booking a Flexi Beds package please advise your arrival flight details and Magic will book your first nights accommodation at the YHA.
- Flexi Bed vouchers cannot be used on the East EsCape sectors

Fixed Beds

Are you are the type of traveller that is limited for time but still wants to experience the best New Zealand has to offer? Do you want the security of having your Magic trip pre-planned and pre-booked for you? Then Magic's advice is to choose a Fixed Beds package where your transport and accommodation is pre-paid and your booking is confirmed allowing you to sit back, relax and enjoy a hassle free adventure.

Your Fixed Beds package includes:

Fixed Magic Transport
Pre-booked YHA accommodation
YHA New Zealand membership
Multi-Share (for everyone) or Twin-Share (for 2 travelling together) accommodation
Pre & Post accommodation
Transport by ' Super Shuttle' from the airport to YHA when you arrive
Pick up and drop off to your hostel door
Inter-island ferry crossing if applicable
Information pack and Travellers Guide to all things Magic

Please note:
- When you arrive in New Zealand you will be taken to your hostel by 'Super Shuttle' where your travel documents will be waiting for you. Please collect these from reception before you depart on the Magic Coach.
- When you book a Fixed Beds package your arrival date is taken to be the start of the tour. We book accommodation from this night and your Magic Bus departure for the next day. Once booked and confirmed, an amendment fee of NZ$50 will be charged for any further changes you want to make to the fixed itinerary.
- Fixed Beds packages are NOT available for purchase in New Zealand
- 72 Hours notice is required to confirm Fixed Beds package
- Price does not include accommodation on East EsCape sectors - local payment is required.

Transport and Flight Passes

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Magic Connections

Looking for something a little bit More? Some of New Zealand’s finest scenic journeys are available as Magic Connections, which you can either add on to your pass or buy separately. These amazing 1, 2 or 3 day trips often get you further off the beaten track allowing you to engage with local New Zealand. If the transport pass you have chosen does not include the Bay of Islands, Coromandel, East Cape, Able Tasman, Milford Sounds or Catlins, we strongly recommend you to find a few more days in your itinerary and add these great trips in!

Magic Volunteers

Here’s your chance to give something back and Get Green Feet whilst you hop-on and hop-off around New Zealand. Magic Volunteer packages offer you the chance to get involved with the Magic Forest restoration project, the creation of an eco-corridor of native vegetation which will join two of New Zealand’s established rainforests. You will get involved in different forms of habitat restoration, join community groups on their environmental projects, work with indigenous Maori people and their culture, complete valuable monitoring work and learn and practice real field skills in conservation management. After completing your volunteer experience, we guarantee you will leave New Zealand with a sense of personal reward and satisfaction that you have contributed to Magic’s sustainable conservation project.

Transport & Flexi Beds

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10, 14, 21 or 28 nights pre-paid flexible accommodation options
Airport transfers on arrival & your first nights accommodation booked
Travel easy - your transport & accommodation is taken care of

Transport & Flights Passes

Transport & Flights

If you are short on travel days, Magic’s Coach and Jet passes are designed to help you make the most of your New Zealand holiday. These unique trips combine some of our most popular Flexi Bus passes with a domestic flight at one easy all inclusive price, enabling you to travel further and quicker across both the land and sky.

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Great for those that are short on time
Includes domestic flights
Tick off the must see's
Allows you to stay flexible

Transport Only Passes

Flexi Bus Transport Passes

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Pass options to suit every traveller
Travel anytime within 12 months
Hop On & Hop Off anywhere en route
Total Freedom & Flexibility

Magic Connections

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Get further off the beaten track
See more of New Zealand
Great add-ons to your Flexi Bus Travel Pass
1, 2 and 3 day options

Activities & Accommodation - North Island

Activities & Accommodation - South Island

Activities & Accommodation

New Zealand is a mecca for adventure travellers and has loads of fantastic adventure activities to take part in every day. Sky diving, bungy jumping, cave tubing, glacier walking and white water rafting to name a few. Your driver will be able to book these and many more as you travel along day by day.

Click below for a guide to prices and locations for accommodation and adventure activities throughout the country. This should be used as a guide only to help you budget for your trip. Nearly all the activities listed give a substantial discount to Magic passengers and that is the price that we have listed.

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Why Magic

The Magic Difference

At Magic Travellers Network, we are often asked what makes Magic different and the simple answer is our travellers can Do More with Magic!

Magic’s unique network allows you to experience all that New Zealand has to offer. Only Magic gives you more freedom and flexibility for an unforgettable and hassle-free adventure. Travel with Magic for unlimited experiences!

It’s your choice.

We believe in choice. Travel with us and you decide where you want go, what you want to do, when you want to do it and where you want to stay. Endless possibilities await…and we’ve made it even easier to stay flexible with your online journey planner MyMagic, meaning you can book your bed, bus and activities online. Flexibility is what we are all about.

Don’t get left out in the cold – your bed is guaranteed.

We have a choice accommodation guarantee which means when you hop on the bus our Driver Guides will always find you a bed for the night so you won’t have to sleep under the stars or out in the cold. With all our teams experience and enthusiasm for the tourism industry we have put together a selection of some of the best accommodation providers around New Zealand, so make sure you check the Travellers Guide to All Things Magic to ensure you are staying in the best places.

Home grown Driver Guides.

Our awesome driver guides are home grown New Zealanders and are fanatical about their country. Most of them are independent travellers themselves, so they know what it’s all about, they know what you want and need to know. For them it’s not just about taking you to the ‘must sees’, it’s about telling their stories, offering you their kiwi insights and local knowledge and their knowledge of local places to eat and cool bars – they really know it all and they make your trip like no other, exposing you to the real New Zealand. Our Driver Guides have also undertaken an intense on road training to make them the best in the business. They make your trip an experience of a lifetime.

Make Magic Mates.

Magic is more than just a hop-on hop-off backpacker bus, it’s a social network on wheels. Meet loads of people like yourself along the way, share amazing experiences and become mates for a lifetime. Get a head start and meet other Magic travellers on our Facebook page before you even start your travels. The majority of Magic passengers range between 18 and 35, we also get a mix of older passengers, but it doesn’t matter about age on Magic, because you’ll find an awesome crew on all our buses wanting to meet other people and have a good time travelling around New Zealand.

Just the Right Shade of Green.

At Magic we know as a business we have an impact on the environment and that’s why we like our passengers to Get Green Feet with Magic while they travel and to help keep New Zealand just as spectacular for future generations. We do this by offering more eco opportunities, from offsetting your carbon footprint, to donating money towards trees or to getting your hands dirty in our very own Magic Forest. Want to get involved? Check out our cool Volunteering options and Environmental Policy.

Less Waiting More Doing – Your seat is Guaranteed.
With Magic you don’t have to wait, even in the busy summer season. As long as you book your next days travel at least 24 hours in advance, we will guarantee you a seat on the bus. It just means it’s easy for you hop on & hop off as often as you want, wherever you want.

See the Real New Zealand, All the Big Attractions & More.
Magic’s unique national network gets you in touch with the real New Zealand. We take you to places where you can discover untouched nature, immerse yourself in laid back Maori culture, get off the tourist trail and experience another way of life. Magic gets you to all New Zealand’s big attractions plus some more unique destinations such as the Waipoua Kauri Forest, Opononi, Coromandel Town, Mt Maunganui, Oamaru, and the must see Moeraki Boulders. With Magic you can overnight in Lake Tekapo, a highlight of any travellers New Zealand trip.

You can hop off the bus and hop onboard a train.
New Zealand offers some of the most scenic train journeys in the world which take you to the back of beyond and only Magic offers passes that include the famous TranzAlpine, Overlander and TranzCoastal train journeys in them. Check out our TranzAlpine Experience or TranzAlpine & The North passes, just a few of our passes that include these train journeys.

A Free Magic Travel Guide packed with heaps of discounts.
You’ve definitely got to grab a free copy of our highly rated Travellers Guide to all Things Magic. This ‘Magic Bible’ provides you with everything you need to know about New Zealand, all the activities you can do and the places you can stay. Over 200 pages packed with over $2000 worth of discounts on activities and accommodation you can do more with Magic.

More Free Stuff In Between.
Sometimes the best things to do in NZ are between each location along the Magic Route. We realise that you don’t want everything to cost money, so we include loads of free things to do in your Magic Pass. See More Free Stuff here.

MAKE EVERY NEW ZEALAND DAY COUNT. DO MORE WITH MAGIC

Timetables

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Timetable 1January 2012 to 29 February 2012.
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Pick Up Times
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Please note: Timetables can change at anytime, please re-confirm your departure date 24 hours before travel.

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Natures OwnSouth Island
date: November 23 2011 Magic Blog

Ko Nikki Stil toku ingoa (My name is Nikki Stil – thought I would teach you a bit of the native lingo so you can impress the drivers) & I am lucky enough to have the pleasure of sharing my Magic Milford Discovery day trip experience with you all.

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Sometimes the best things to do in NZ are between each location along the Magic Route. We realise that you don’t want everything to cost money, so we include loads of free things to do in your Magic Pass.

More Free Walks Along the Way

New Zealand is a mecca for those looking for some of the best walks in the world. If there’s somewhere to walk along the Magic route, we’ll walk it. These are some of the great short walks that you can do while you travel around with Magic.

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At Magic, we recognise the importance of New Zealand’s natural environment and the need for its sustainability.
We acknowledge that our company operations have a contributing effect on the local and regional environment.

PRIVACY NOTICE:
We value your privacy and take every step to ensure that your information remains confidential. The statement below is a summary of the policies employed by Magic Travellers Network (MTN). Please direct all enquiries to MTN through one of the following means.

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