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Tailor-made holidays

Plan your unique trip to New Zealand

From Auckland to Queenstown, our travel experts use first-hand local knowledge to shape a holiday to New Zealand packed with adventure.

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When to go

The best times to visit New Zealand

Whether you're chasing sunshine, crisp days, or peaceful trails, discover the best time to travel to New Zealand.

Explore the seasons

Holiday examples

Get ideas for your trip to New Zealand

From the icy glaciers of the South Island to the rugged shores of the Coromandel, find inspiration for your New Zealand holiday.

Find your ideal route

Get inspiredDiscover more sample trips.

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Flights and stopovers

Getting to New Zealand is part of the adventure

It's a long way to New Zealand, but a well-planned stopover lets you break up the journey and discover somewhere new.

Your flight options

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Your custom road trip

Self-drive holidays in New Zealand

Across New Zealand, you'll find scenic routes, welcoming towns, and landscapes made for every kind of journey.

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Discover New Zealand the TravelEssence way

The essence of travelling in New Zealand

Travel slowlyExplore New Zealand at a relaxed pace, immersing yourself in pristine nature and unique Kiwi culture.

Let locals guide youInsider knowledge helps you make the most of your time and uncover stunning secret spots.

Escape the crowdsGet off the beaten track to experience parts of New Zealand other travellers miss.

What makes us different

Places to stay that make you feel at home

New Zealand, Nelson – accommodation with a garden terrace and a view of Mount Aspiring

Bed & Breakfasts

Bed & Breakfasts offer a small-scale, personalised experience.

Spacious lodge suite in New Zealand with a vaulted timber ceiling, king bed, fireplace and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a turquoise lake and mountain landscape

Lodges

Get closer to nature with a relaxing lodge stay.

Modern boutique hotel in New Zealand surrounded by lush gardens and native ferns, with a dramatic backdrop of snow-capped Southern Alps mountains under a partly cloudy sky

Boutique hotels

New Zealand is home to charming and intimate boutique hotels.

A yurt as a glamping accommodation in New Zealand.

Glamping

Experience New Zealand’s wild beauty with a glamping stay.

Accommodation with a pool and views over hills and water in New Zealand

Resort

New Zealand is home to peaceful, atmospheric resorts that are perfect for a relaxing journey.

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Farmstay

Wake up on a real farm, surrounded by the calm of the countryside.

Contemporary glass-walled cottage perched on a hillside in New Zealand with panoramic views over a coastal inlet and rolling hills under a dramatic pink and blue sunset sky

Cottages

Stay in cosy cottages in stunning locations.

Secluded timber holiday house perched above a turquoise coastal inlet in New Zealand, surrounded by native bush and rolling green hills under a clear blue sky

Holiday homes

Comfort and privacy in breathtaking locations.

More on accommodationExplore our accommodation types and comfort levels.

Activities that shape your holiday

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Wine tastings

Explore New Zealand’s wonderfully varied wine regions.

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Wildlife spotting

Discover New Zealand’s unique wildlife.

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Cultural activities

From age-old Māori traditions to contemporary creativity.

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Walks and hikes

Explore New Zealand on foot, from national parks to stunning coastlines.

Three people sea kayaking along the coast in Abel Tasman

Outdoor adventure

Explore New Zealand's great outdoors.

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Scenic flights

A scenic flight is a remarkable way to take in New Zealand's landscape.

More on activitiesDiscover the types of activities offered by our local guides.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa for New Zealand?

Do I need vaccinations to visit New Zealand?

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