New Zealand Tours & Trips 2020
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Style
Small Group Tour Small groups are usually defined as between 10 and 24 travelers, often less. If you're the kind of person who enjoys more intimate experiences and personal service this is a good choice. All else being equal you will pay a premium for this style vs a larger group tour.
Private Guided Private tours give you the undivided attention of a guide, and often involve special access to sites and unique experiences not available to larger groups. This is a great option for families, couples, and small friend groups. Expect to pay a bit more for the extra service.
Self Guided Tour A travel company plans your itinerary and arranges all the logistics including lodging, local activities, and transportantion. You have the flexibility of a solo trip while still getting the convience and time savings of expert planning. Get 90% of the benefits of a tour, without a guide.
Group Tour Groups are between 25-60 people, typically ~30-40. Usually there will be many opportunities to split off and enjoy meals and excursions in smaller groups. This is the most economical way to travel, saving up to 40% versus booking the same itinerary yourself.
River Cruise These vessels are smaller than most ocean cruisers, limiting which amenties are available. Passenger counts can vary. One of the biggest advantages of a river cruise is the ability to dock at smaller ports and local villages.
Small Ship Cruise Small ship cruises usually have a max passenger count of 500. The primary purpose of these trips is to spend time off the vessel in local ports (e.g. Mediterranean) or experiencing nature (e.g Galapagos or Antarctica). Cabins can vary from budget to luxury.
Large Ship Cruise This is the "floating city" experience, with multiple ways to enjoy your vacation aboard the ship as much as on land. Ships are multiple floors, provide several activities, culinary, and shopping options. They often make fewer stops and have less time available for shore excursions.
Retreats Similar to a self guided tour but staying in one location only with activities and day outings included as a part of the stay.
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Lodging Level
Lodging Level
Camping Typically involves most nights sleeping in tents (sometimes permanent tented sites) or in rustic cabins and lodges.
Basic - 2 star You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Value - 3 star Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Premium - 4 star 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Luxury - 5 star The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays.
Physical Level
Physical Level
Very Easy Minimal walking - motor vehicles available for all major parts of trip.
Easy Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Moderate Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Strenuous All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Extreme Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
Theme
Attractions & Cities Visited
Activities & Interests
Travel Style
Travel Style
Flexible schedule A lot of free time, with very few inclusions. Ideal for independent and/or low-key travelers and cruisers.
Full schedule For those looking to maximize their sight seeing time. You thrive on a packed day’s schedule from 8 am to 6pm, with some (but limited) free time. Most activities and meals included.
Balanced schedule You will have solid amounts of both free time and structured time with some activities and meals included.
Flight & Transport Inclusions
Solo Friendly
Solo Friendly
Good for Singles Trips that specifically cater to travelers looking to meet other singles.
No Single Supplement Trips where single supplement is usually not required for solo travelers.
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Continents Visited
Rivers & Seas Visitied
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Queenstown Southern Loop

- Soak up the silence of Milford Sound on a cruise across its waters – you’ll be left speechless by the hundreds of tumbling cascades and deeply forested mountains.
- Explore the Cathedral Caves of the Catlins, an untamed coastal wilderness home to rugged cliffs, dense forest, and spectacular hidden waterfalls.
- Cross the Foveaux Strait to unspoilt Stewart Island, a haven for hikers and birdwatches and the place to spot a wild kiwi.
- Enjoy two nights and one full day to explore the wilderness of Stewart Island, cruising the bays and inlets to spot penguins and seabirds and walking along its forested coastal tracks.
Walk Abel Tasman National Park

- Spend three full days exploring the picturesque Abel Tasman National Park, discovering golden-sand beaches and secluded bays only accessible by boat or on foot.
- Experience Abel Tasman’s most classic hike without lugging all your stuff, thanks to daily water taxis from your accommodations to the trail start points.
- Kick up your weary walking feet at the end of each day with stays in cosy cabins and lodges right inside the park grounds.
- Cross the challenging Awaroa Inlet and navigate the fast-changing tide under the expert guidance of a local leader.
New South Wales Wineries & Countryside
- Melbourne: Sightseeing; visit Fitzroy Gardens; dinner at the Wine House
- Yarra valley : Visit to Healesville Sanctuary; lunch and tasting at Oakridge Wines; Yarra Valley Chocolaterie
- Adelaide : Sightseeing; tasting tour at Adelaide’s Central Market
- Kangaroo island : Seal Bay Conservation Park; Remarkable Rocks; visit to Admirals Arch
- Barossa valley : Lunch and tasting at Jacobs Creek
- Sydney : Sightseeing; visit the Opera House and botanic gardens; dinner at a waterfront restaurant
- Hunter valley : Tasting at McGuigan Wines; lunch and tasting at Hope Estate; visit to Hunter Valley Gardens and a local cheese maker
- Auckland : Orientation; excursion to Waiheke Island with winery visit and lunch
- Napier : Dinner and tasting at Mission Estates Winery; sightseeing
- Wellington : Sightseeing including cable car ride; visit the botanic gardens
- Queenstown : Visit Fiordland National Park; cruise on Milford Sound; farewell dinner at local restaurant with wine tasting
- Australia and New Zealand have developed an international reputation for award-winning wines and on this Australia and New Zealand tour, you'll visit many of the wine regions and tour some of the wineries
- You'll overnight in Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney, Auckland, Napier, Wellington, and Queenstown
Sun & Steam
- 2 Dinner (D)
- 5 Breakfast (B)
- Auckland:
- Auckland: See the 'City of Sails' harbour made famous by the America's Cup
- Paihia: Fill up on a dinner of fish 'n' chips (Kiwi style) overlooking the Bay of Islands in Paihia. This is probably what heaven feels like.
- Whangarei: Explore the Hundertwasser Art Center
- Paihia: Get a dose of history with a guided tour of the Waitangi Treaty Grounds
- Rotorua: Experience a traditional Māori cultural performance and feast on a ground-smoked hāngi dinner
- Rotorua: See (and smell) Rotorua's bubbling geothermic mud pools
- Rotorua: Visit the New Zealand Kiwi Hatchery at Rainbow Springs near Rotorua and hear about their efforts to save New Zealand's adorable national bird
Wonders of Australia and New Zealand
- Discover Brisbane, Sydney, Rotorua and Queenstown
- Explore Sydney Opera House, and Ruakuri Cave in Waitomo with a Local Specialist
- Scenic Cruise in the Whitsundays and on Sydney Harbour
- View native Australian and New Zealand animals at Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital and Rainbow Springs Nature Park
- Visit the Great Barrier Reef, Sydney Opera House, Bondi Beach, a geothermal valley at Whakarewarewa in Rotorua
- Connect with Locals
- Dive into Culture
- Dive into Culture
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
Bay of Islands Adventure

- Chill out in the coastal settlement of Hokianga, then catch a boat to the Opononi sand dunes, enjoy the peace and quiet of this remote location or surf down the giant dunes.
- Spend a morning uncovering fascinating history in the little seaside town of Russell, New Zealand’s original capital and the first place Europeans settled.
- Experience the natural beauty of the Bay of Islands, from forests of ancient kauri trees and clear blue lakes to mystical waterfalls and caves filled with glow worms.
- Enjoy an afternoon to explore Paihia as you please – learn about New Zealand’s history at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, go on a cruise in search of dolphins or hit the mountain biking trails.
- Discover the Poor Knights Islands during a full-day boat cruise. Snorkel, swim, kayak or just sit back and relax on deck, watching the “fish cam” to see what’s going on beneath the boat.
Highlights of the South Pacific with Fiji
- Auckland : Orientation; excursion to Waiheke Island with winery visit and lunch
- Waitomo: Visit Waitomo Glowworm Caves
- Matamata: Visit the Hobbiton movie set from The Lord of the Rings trilogy
- Rotorua: Visit Waimungu Volcanic Valley; enjoy a Maori cultural performance and Hangi dinner
- Queenstown: Gondola ride to the top of Bob’s Peak for dinner; visit Fiordland National Park and cruise on Milford Sound
- Melbourne: Sightseeing tour; visit Fitzroy Gardens; Colonial Tramcar Restaurant lunch
- Mossman gorge : Dreamtime walk with indigenous guide
- Port douglas : Great Barrier Reef cruise with choice of activities
- Cairns: Visit Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures
- Sydney: Sightseeing tour; visit the Opera House; botanic gardens; and Bondi Surf Bathers’ Life Saving Club; lunch at the North Bondi Returned Servicemen’s Leagues Club; Sydney Harbour cruise; farewell dinner at Waterfront restaurant overlooking Sydney Harbour
- Fiji : Sightseeing tour; visit the Garden of the Sleeping Giant and Viseisei Village; stop at Vuda Lookout, Namaka Market, and Sri Siva Subramaniya Hindu Temple; Monograms Local Host service
- Experience the best of Australia and New Zealand on an unforgettable tour filled with fascinating wildlife, dramatic scenery, and the region’s favorite cities
- In New Zealand, float by boat through the Waitomo caves under thousands of glowworms, visit the picturesque farm that brought the Hobbiton movie set of The Lord of the Rings trilogy to life, and find inspiration from the majestic beauty of Fiordland National Park, where you’ll cruise the stunning Milford Sound to experience its pristine natural setting
The Big Tiki (Auckland to Queenstown - From Oct 2 ...
- Cross Aucklands Harbour Bridge
- See the City of Sails harbour made famous by the Americas Cup
- Tuck into coffee and cake in one of Wellington's cafes, including a 'Heart parcels' brownie with proceeds going towards supporting the homeless
- Check out the cafe & restaurant scene in Wellington, voted the coolest little capital in the world
Jewels of the Bay
- Explore the Waitangi Treaty Grounds in the Bay of Islands with a Local Specialist
- View lush farmland scenery of Northland and marine life in Bay of Islands
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
Naturally New Zealand with Sydney, Melbourne & Fiji
- Visit stunning Bondi Beach, considered by many to be the most beautiful beach in Sydney
- Visit the Hobbiton Movie Set from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films
- Visits to Te Puia, Rainbow Springs, and the Agrodome
- Visit Te Papa, the Museum of New Zealand, where interactive displays tell the story of the country’s great heritage and natural wonders
- Visit a local winery, or tour some of the sights used to film The Lord of the Rings trilogy
Highlights of New Zealand

Highlights of the South Pacific
- Auckland : Orientation; excursion to Waiheke Island with winery visit and lunch
- Waitomo: Visit Waitomo Glowworm Caves
- Matamata: Visit the Hobbiton movie set from The Lord of the Rings trilogy
- Rotorua: Visit Waimungu Volcanic Valley; enjoy a Maori cultural performance and Hangi dinner
- Queenstown: Gondola ride to the top of Bob’s Peak for dinner; visit Fiordland National Park and cruise on Milford Sound
- Melbourne: Sightseeing tour; visit Fitzroy Gardens; Colonial Tramcar Restaurant lunch
- Mossman gorge : Dreamtime walk with indigenous guide
- Port douglas : Great Barrier Reef cruise with choice of activities
- Cairns: Visit Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures
- Sydney: Sightseeing tour; visit the Opera House; botanic gardens; and Bondi Surf Bathers’ Life Saving Club; lunch at the North Bondi Returned Servicemen’s Leagues Club; Sydney Harbour cruise; farewell dinner at Waterfront restaurant overlooking Sydney Harbour
- Experience the best of Australia and New Zealand on an unforgettable tour filled with fascinating wildlife, dramatic scenery, and the region’s favorite cities
- In New Zealand, float by boat through the Waitomo caves under the brilliance of thousands of glowworms, visit the picturesque farm that brought the Hobbiton movie set of The Lord of the Rings trilogy to life, and find inspiration from the majestic beauty of Fiordland National Park, where you’ll cruise the stunning Milford Sound to experience its pristine natural setting just as the Maori and European explorers did hundreds of years ago
Cultural New Zealand self-drive

New Year's Eve Down Under with Fiji
- Sydney : Sightseeing tour; visit the Opera House and botanic gardens, enjoy an animal encounter at the Taronga Zoo; New Year’s Eve harbor cruise with fireworks
- Cairns : Rainforest Skyrail; Kuranda Scenic Railway; Great Barrier Reef cruise with choice of activities
- Uluru (ayers rock) : Sightseeing tour around the base of the rock, visit Kata Tjuta (the Olgas); sunset toast
- Alice springs : Sightseeing tour; visit the School of the Air and the Old Telegraph Station; Outback barbecue
- Melbourne : Sightseeing tour including Fitzroy Gardens; Colonial Tramcar Restaurant lunch
- Auckland : Sightseeing; dinner atop Auckland’s Sky Tower
- Waitomo : Visit Waitomo Glowworm Caves
- Rotorua : Enjoy a traditional Hangi dinner and Maori cultural performance; visit Rainbow Springs; behind-the-scenes visit at the Kiwi Encounter; visit the Agrodome and Te Puia
- Mount cook : Sightseeing in Mount Cook National Park; visit the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Center
- Queenstown : Visit Fiordland National Park and cruise on Milford Sound; cruise on Lake Wakatipu; farm demonstration and farewell dinner at Walter Peak High Country Farm
- Fiji : Sightseeing tour; visit the Garden of the Sleeping Giant, Viseisei Village, stop at Vuda Lookout, Namaka Market, and Sri Siva Subramaniya Hindu Temple; Monograms Local Host service
- Vibrant cities, spectacular scenery, unique and adorable animals, and the world-famous Sydney fireworks on New Year's Eve…this Australia and New Zealand tour—with Fiji—has it all! You'll overnight in Sydney, Cairns, Uluru (Ayres Rock), Alice Springs, Melbourne, Auckland, Rotorua, Mount Cook, Queenstown, and Nadi
- Along the way, enjoy sightseeing and free time in the cities, opportunities to learn about the local cultures, and visits to some of the world's most scenic areas
Premium New Zealand Encompassed

- Uncover the geothermal wonders of Rotorua during a guided visit to Te Puia, home to hot springs, geysers, mud pools, a Maori art gallery and a kiwi conservation centre.
- Sip your way around Waiheke Island off the shores of Auckland during an Exclusive Experience, visiting three cellar doors to learn about their production methods and sample some seriously excellent wine.
- Be amazed by Tongariro National Park as you spend the day exploring its volcanic landscapes, then retire to your chateau-style Feature Stay where you can sit back and soak in views of Tongariro’s dazzling peaks.
- Experience some of New Zealand’s most spectacular scenery during your second Feature Stay on Milford Sound aboard a purpose-built vessel.
- Discover the best of the Otago region during your Exclusive Experiences – a chef-led food and foraging tour, and an adrenaline-pumping jetboat ride down the Shotover River.
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Top New Zealand Attractions & Experiences
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Exploring the quaint shores, coffee shops, and restaurants as well as an adventure activity or two in beautiful Queenstown.
Hiking one or more of New Zealand’s world-famous “tracks” -- Milford, Routeburn or others -- to challenge yourself on mountain terrain while enjoying panoramic views.
Going on a thrilling white water rafting adventure tour down Buller Gorge.
Making your way through a dark glow-worm cave on New Zealand’s South Island, with the worms glowing like stars on a cave-roof “sky.”
Sailing Milford Sound in New Zealand’s southern Fjordland, one of the world’s most spectacular boat trips.
Walking through the Whirinaki rainforest on New Zealand’s North Island in the company of a Maori guide while learning about the flora and fauna and tribal history.
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