At TravelEssence, we specialise in crafting custom-made holidays that take you off the beaten path and create memories to last a lifetime. We believe in connecting with the heart and soul of a place, introducing you to the locals who call it home. Engage in conversations with fascinating individuals who will share their stories, traditions, and way of life, leaving an indelible mark on your journey.
Are you ready to roam beyond the ordinary? Start your dream journey here. Experience a fully bespoke holiday, created by us and enjoyed by you. Stay with local hosts who warmly welcome you to their homes, at unique and special locations. Take advantage of our local knowledge and visit the places, others didn't know existed.
We sit down with all of our clients to personally discuss your wants and needs. We plan and organise everything in detail to create your absolute dream holiday. Feel free to contact us to discuss your holiday plans. Or attend one of our live and informative presentations to learn more.
Rotorua
Rotorua is one of New Zealand’s first tourist destinations, warmly welcoming people from all over the globe for over 200 years. Situated on one of the world’s most active volcano regions, this place is brimming with remarkable Maori culture, world-class activities, and astonishing scenery.
With the scent of sulphur floating through the air, the first attraction to Rotorua is often the geothermal activity. This is like nowhere else in the world with natural hot springs, bubbling mud pools, geysers and exclusive day spas. Explore the region by bike, take a scenic flight or venture into the protected area of Te Urewera with a Maori guide and plant a tree to forever remain in the forest.
3 weeks of the North Island
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4 weeks from Wellington to the Bay of Islands
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National Parks in New Zealand
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New Zealand
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Stay at unique accommodation in special locations
Experience local activities with Kiwi guides
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Must-do activities
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Ready for the holiday of a lifetime?
Discover a world beyond ordinary
At TravelEssence, we specialise in crafting custom-made holidays that take you off the beaten path and create memories to last a lifetime. We believe in connecting with the heart and soul of a place, introducing you to the locals who call it home. Engage in conversations with fascinating individuals who will share their stories, traditions, and way of life, leaving an indelible mark on your journey.
Contact us
Questions? Speak to one of our specialists by phone Mon - Sat 0900 until 2100. You can discuss your travel plans in detail where and when it suits you, also in the evenings and on weekends on a no obligation basis.