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NZ wellington cable car
nz wellington dining
NZ QT museum wellington restaurant
Nz wellington local cafe coffee cup food tour
A bespoke journey through New Zealand

Explore Wellington

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.

Wellington

A vibrant and compact city, bursting with an array of things to see and do. Located at the bottom of the North Island, overlooking Cook Strait, and the spectacular hills and valleys of the South Island. Despite its size, Wellington has the highest ratio of cafes per person in the world. Pop by Wellington’s bohemian, Cuba Street for a superb range of cafes, vintage shopping and a local weekly market (Friday nights).

Visit Te Papa, New Zealand’s national museum and gallery, and soak up Maori culture, art heritage and fascinating history. Or take the cable car to the botanical gardens for a cosy picnic. Take a stroll along Wellington’s waterfront and Oriental Bay. Known as the ‘windy city’ but when the sun's out and the wind dies down, its pure bliss. The locals have a saying “you can’t beat Wellington on a good day” - and you truly can’t! Climb Mount Victoria for views over the city, or check out the parliament building - The Beehive.

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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.