New Zealand Coach and Self-Drive itineraries

The 17 day Ultimate Explorer visits Bay of Islands, Tamaki Maori Village, Hobbiton Movie Set, explore glacier lakes, Milford Sound, Dart River Safari jet boat tour, TSS Earnslaw cruise and dinner, a boutique wine tour and the Tranz Alpine Scenic Train plus much more.

Discover the "must-see attractions" of New Zealand’s North and South Islands on this small group holiday. Experience a blend of culture and cosmopolitan living in the North, then be in awe of the majestic beauty of the South. Visit some lesser-known regions such as the Art Deco city of Napier and the wine-producing region of the Wairarapa as well as the popular TranzAlpine, Milford Sound and other locations of interest.

Experience adventure through both islands of New Zealand. Taste the many flavours of New Zealand dining with one particularly special meal prepared in a traditional Hangi (food cooked underground) at the Tamaki Maori Village. Starting in Auckland you'll navigate south through rural landscapes, past impressive volcanoes, the rolling hills of Canterbury and sail along the famous Milford Sound. This itinerary encompasses all that is New Zealand and offers you a relaxed insight into a beautiful country.

Experience the romance of rail travel, the majesty of cruising and the luxury of coach on this all-inclusive small group holiday. Includes an overnight cruise in Doubtful Sound and two nights in the Bay of Islands, Rotorua, Wellington, Queenstown, Dunedin and Christchurch.

Explore the highlights of New Zealand, from Auckland all the way south to Fiordland National Park and Milford Sound, this tour has something for everyone. You’ll begin your journey with the beautiful Coromandel Peninsula. From there you'll travel south enjoying an amazing range of included activities along the way. Highlights of the North Island include snorkelling in the Coromandel Peninsula and a wine tour in Hawkes Bay. In the south, there is plenty of adventure and forays into the pristine South Island wilderness, including visits to three national parks.

Travel in small group luxury as you explore the top locations and attractions on both the North and South Islands. Starting in Christchurch visit the deep south and Fiordland National Park, Queenstown, the West Coast Glaciers before crossing the Southern Alps on board the Tranz Alpine Scenic Train. Head north crossing the Cook Strait to the capital city of Wellington before 2 nights in the cultural and thermal wonderland of Rotorua. Another 2 nights in the tropical Bay of Islands before returning to the Auckland, the City of Sails.

From the vibrant city of Auckland you’ll travel south to the spectacular mountains and thrilling adventures of Queenstown.  Along the way you’ll travel through heartland New Zealand, including the cultural mecca of Rotorua and quirky Wellington City in the North Island.  While in the South Island you have opportunities to meet our unique wildlife in Kaikoura and Dunedin and marvel at the magnificent wilderness of Milford Sound.

This loop of the lower South Island follows much of the spectacular coastline where wildlife abound and includes a visit to Stewart Island.

Travel the heart of the North Island exploring Auckland City, Rotorua and Wellington before crossing to the South Island. Continue down the east coast through Marlborough, Kaikoura and Christchurch before crossing the plains and into the Southern Alps and Mt. Cook. The alpine resort of Queenstown is next before heading north through Wanaka and onto the West Coast Glaciers. Return to Christchurch via the TranzAlpine train.

Starting and finishing in the alpine resort of Queenstown, this 15 day tour explores the best of the South Island, going as far north as the remarkable Pancake Rocks at Punakaiki.

This extremely popular tour has been designed specifically for rail enthusiasts to enjoy the best of New Zealand at a relaxed pace. The itinerary includes a selection of breathtaking journeys, visiting many exciting attractions and includes a wide range of activities. Journey across the Southern Alps on board the TranzAlpine train, enjoy a relaxing trip on the beautifully restored Glenbrook Railway vintage train and a cruise the Cook Strait on the Interislander Ferry. A highlight is an overnight experience aboard the Milford Mariner as you cruise across the majestic Milford Sound.

Travelling through the heart of the North Island this tour allows you to see the incredible diversity that New Zealand offers. The South Island's mountains, lakes and glaciers and the North Islands rich Maori culture and its modern cosmopolitan cities.