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5 Days Based in Auckland – See the North Island Without Packing Your Bags
One hotel, five days, four guided day tours. Black sand beaches, Rotorua, Hobbiton, Waitomo and the Coromandel, all from Auckland.
10 Days in the South Island – Mountains, Fiords, Wildlife & the Wild West Coast
Mt Cook, Milford Sound, the Catlins, Dunedin, Queenstown and the glaciers in 10 days, linked by small-group tours with room to breathe.
7 Days in the North Island – Islands, Culture, Middle-earth & the City of Sails
A week in the North Island: Bay of Islands, Waitomo, Rotorua culture and spa, Hobbiton and Auckland, linked by small-group tours.
3 Days in the North Island – Hobbiton, Glowworms & Geothermal Rotorua
Hobbiton, Waitomo glowworms, Rotorua and Taupō in three days from Auckland. Guided tours, a free day, and a night under the redwoods.
Glaciers, Queenstown & Milford Sound – A 6-Day South Island Loop from Christchurch
Glaciers, Queenstown, Milford Sound and Mt Cook in six days from Christchurch, with free days built in and a guide on every leg.
5 Days in the North Island – Bay of Islands, Auckland & the Geothermal Heartland
Bay of Islands, Hobbiton, Waitomo, Rotorua and Taupō in five days, with two guided 2-day tours and a free day in Auckland between.
Is it Worth Visiting Rotorua?
If you’re planning your trip to New Zealand and wondering if Rotorua is worth a visit, you’ve come to the right place!
The Hooker Valley Track Is Back: Returning to Our Mt Cook Tours
The Hooker Valley Track is back! From 28 July, a new 189-metre suspension bridge opens at Aoraki/Mount Cook, and the iconic walk returns to Cheeky Kiwi’s Mt Cook tours from Queenstown.
6 of the Best Day Trips From Auckland
Known as The City of Sails, Auckland is New Zealand’s largest city and a multicultural urban oasis of food, music, arts, and culture. You’ll find a fusion of sparkling waters, lush landscapes, and city sophistication here. So, if you’re visiting New Zealand, here are six day trips that you should definitely consider doing on your first visit to Auckland.
The Best of the Coromandel: 5 Activities for the Entire Family
The Coromandel’s natural beauty, lush valleys, misty rainforests, and pristine golden beaches make it an ideal getaway destination. With more than 400 kilometres of white sand beaches, the Coromandel offers a rustic, unspoiled, and relaxing experience. Considering all that it has to offer, it’s no surprise that it makes the perfect place to holiday. Here are just a few top experiences to check out when in the Coromandel.
7 Ways to Explore Te Anau - The Gateway to Fiordland
Known as the gateway to Fiordland, Te Anau is the perfect place to mix adventure and relaxation. Located on the shores of Lake Te Anau, the largest lake in the South Island, this picturesque town attracts hundreds of thousands of tourists each year. It offers a wide variety of activities on and off the water and is a great base town for those who wish to visit nearby attractions such as Milford Sound, multiple New Zealand Great Walks, and the Te Anau Glowworm Caves. Additionally, Te Anau offers an array of fine restaurants and luxurious accommodations making it an appealing destination for a multitude of travellers.
The Best Short Walks Mt Cook Has on Offer
Mount Cook National Park is a bucket list destination for travellers and New Zealand locals alike. Home to incredible views, alpine adventures, a range of exciting activities and countless hikes (or tramps, as we say in New Zealand), it’s no wonder people travel from right around the world to see this beautiful part of the country.
