For a limited time, Kiwi Experience has slashed 40% off the regular cost of its popular travel passes for unlimited travel around New Zealand.

Allowing you to discover the country at your own pace, the deal is available for the following hop-on hop-off bus passes (per person):

• Sheepdog (minimum 13 days, one way Auckland to Christchurch) ... $486 (NZ$599)
• Funky Chicken (minimum 20 days, start anywhere roundtrip) ... $624 (NZ$769)

Valid for 12 months from the first date of travel, these flexible passes will allow you to hop on and hop off Kiwi Experience buses as many times as you like on routes around the North and South Islands.

Starting in Auckland, the ‘Sheepdog’ route travels south to Christchurch visiting some of New Zealand’s most popular destinations along the way including Rotorua and Wellington on the North Island and Fox Glacier, Wanaka and Queenstown on the South Island.

The more flexible ‘Funky Chicken’ route means you can start anywhere you like on either the North or South Islands and finish up where you began.

Perfect for independent travellers, all buses have local guides who provide friendly and informative commentary.

Valid for travel until 3 March, 2014.

Book by 3 March, 2013.

Travelzoo Tip: Kiwi Experience has just announced a new optional tour that is sure to get Middle Earth fans excited. Ask about Hobbiton Movie Set Tours when you book.