New Zealand’s variety of landscape and captivating scenery is legendary. It also offers intriguing wildlife, welcoming people and a vast range of activities and experiences from adrenaline-pumping thrills to cultural encounters and gastronomic delights. Our guides to New Zealand combine inspiring travel ideas of things to see and do with practical information and top tips.
Silence with a view. Take a trip on the aptly named, Overnight Doubtful Sound Cruise for a peaceful experience that backs up New Zealand's reputation as a place for otherworldly natural beauty.
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Things to do in New Zealand
Top 10 Things to do in New Zealand
New Zealand, the land of the long white cloud, is packed with so many things to see and do.
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Things to do in New Zealand
Your Guide to Whale and Dolphin Watching in New Zealand
New Zealand’s waters are rich with a diverse range of ocean life, and over half of the world’s whales, porpoises, and dolphin species can be found here.
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Things to do in New Zealand
Your Guide to the Great Walks of New Zealand
New Zealand is home to the 9 Great Walks, encompassing a wide range of flora, fauna, natural features, and cultural sites.
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Place to visit in New Zealand
Your Guide to the National Parks of New Zealand
Home to some of the most spectacular landscapes in the world, encompassing beautiful beaches, stunning mountains and lush forests, there are endless options for exploring.
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Places to visit in New Zealand
Your Guide to the Cities of New Zealand
Cultural, spiritual, and historical influences come together to make vibrant cities and towns perfect for exploring.
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Getting around New Zealand
How you choose to travel around New Zealand is a question of both preference and time.
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Getting around New Zealand
Your Guide to Rail Travel in New Zealand
Take a look at some of the New Zealand’s well-known rail routes offering leisurely travel through stunning scenery.
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Practical information for New Zealand
Best Time to Visit New Zealand
New Zealand is a stunning country to visit any time of the year, find out more about when might be best for you.
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Practical information for New Zealand
Getting to New Zealand
With an extensive choice of routes, airlines and stopover options, getting to New Zealand is part of the fun.
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Practical information for New Zealand
New Zealand Stopovers
Visit exotic islands or some of the world’s most vibrant and cosmopolitan cities en route to New Zealand.
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Practical information for New Zealand
How much things cost in New Zealand
The following guide aims to give you an indication of what you expect when travelling around New Zealand.
New Zealand trip ideas
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Discover Aotearoa
New Zealand Self DriveThe ultimate self drive covering a lot of ground but with plenty of time to relax too.
From £4199
20 Nights
Year Round
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Essential New Zealand
New Zealand Self DriveThis 14-day itinerary is designed for the budget-conscious traveller wanting to experience the best of New Zealand at an affordable cost.
From £1858
13 Nights
Year Round
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New Zealand by Rail, Cruise and Coach
New Zealand Escorted RailExperience spectacular rail journeys and boat cruises on this escorted group tour.
From £5450 Excluding Flights
18 Nights
Jan-May & Sep-Dec
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New Zealand by Motorhome
New Zealand Self DriveThis motorhome itinerary offers you a wonderfully independent self-drive holiday.
From £2184
21 Nights
Jan-May & Oct-Dec
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Wildlife Encounters
New Zealand Self DriveTrack down New Zealand's endemic wildlife on this self drive nature tour.
From £5037 Excluding Flights
21 Nights
Jan-Mar & Oct-Dec
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Hike and Drive New Zealand
New Zealand Self DriveExplore with your own 4x4 and hike some of New Zealand's best backcountry trails.
From £4619
21 Nights
Year Round