New Zealand touring itinerary ideas

This popular South Island itinerary captures the essence of the South Island’s towns, lakes, mountains, fiords and glaciers including iconic attractions such as the TranzAlpine train journey and a visit to the more remote Doubtful sound in Fiordland National Park. The must-see locations of Queenstown and Mt. Cook National Park are also included.

This 14 day itinerary ensures you get to experience the 'essence' of each island. See Auckland, City of Sails, be amazed at the golden sand beaches of the Coromandel and experience the adventure and culture of Rotorua. Then fly South to experience the magnificent Southern Alps, alpine lakes, fiords and unrivaled Southern hospitality.

This 8 day itinerary will give you a wonderful taste of the South Island's scenery while enjoying some of our great lodges and hotels including The Hermitage at Mt. Cook, Larnach Castle in Dunedin, Fiordland Lodge in Te Anau, Matakauri Lodge in Queenstown,Te Waonui on the West Coast and the fabulous George Hotel in Christchurch.

Enjoy some of New Zealand's unique flora, fauna and scenery on this 25 day itinerary. Take a behind-the-scenes tour of a successful kiwi nursery and hatchery and further south, two amazing wilderness retreats await you. Doubtful Sound delivers an outstanding overnight cruise in one of the most beautiful corners of the world.

The ultimate New Zealand essential tour! Visit and experience the very best of New Zealand, from the top of the North Island, to the deep south, enjoy superb hospitality with a fantastic range of boutique hotels and lodges. Includes a wide range of different experiences designed to immerse you into the scenery of this incredible country.

A fabulous exploration of New Zealand's lower South Island, taking in all that makes this region such a spectacular vacation destination. From Christchurch, head to the Southern Alps and Mt. Cook National Park, Dunedin and the wildlife of the Otago Peninsular, Te Anau and Fiordland National Park, Queenstown and the West Coast Glaciers.

A wonderful itinerary exploring the highlights of the North Island in comfort and style. The tropical Bay of Islands, the cosmopolitan city of Auckland, the lakes of Rotorua, the wine of Hawke's Bay and, of course, our beautiful capital city of Wellington. Journey across the north at a relaxing pace, staying in stunning accommodations.

A hand picked variety of luxury, adventure, excitement and relaxation awaits on this luxury countrywide suggested itinerary. From volcanoes to wine, luxury coastal lodges to the finest city hotels. Enjoy New Zealand’s iconic landscapes and friendly locals as you tour the length of the country. Includes some fantastic food, wine and sightseeing experiences.

New Zealand is home to 14 national parks and countless more conservation and forest parks. On this itinerary explore a selection of these spectacular locations showcasing the natural wonders of New Zealand. The diversity of landscapes will astound, with stark mountainous terrain, white sand beaches, lush tropical rainforests and glaciers - you will see it all!

Traveling south to north from Christchurch to Auckland, experience New Zealand's highlights on this 22 day classic driving itinerary. Circumnavigate the Southern Alps and travel the Pacific coastline before crossing the Cook Strait to the capital city of Wellington and then exploring the gems of the North Island in detail before finishing in Auckland.

This 7 day touring itinerary travels through the heart of the North Island and onto the capital city of Wellington. From here cross the Cook Strait on the famous Interislander Ferry landing in Marlborough wine country. Head south along the spectacular South Pacific coastline through Kaikoura and eventually arriving into the garden city of Christchurch.

This 8 day scenic touring route will give you a wonderful taste of the South Island's beauty and diversity. Visit Christchurch and Dunedin and take time to explore these wildly different and unique cities. Explore Mt. Cook and Fiordland National Park, visit Queenstown, New Zealand's adventure capital before heading to the West Coast and New Zealand's glacier region.