All the things you love
and none of the things you don't
Our local knowledge makes the difference for your bespoke holiday through New Zealand or Australia. Your journey Down Under starts here.
New Zealand may seem like it is unreachable, a faraway place on the other side of the globe. However, the flight is less than a day, and flying is the perfect way to start your holiday, simply relaxing! With our expertise and knowledge, we will ensure you travel to New Zealand in the most pleasurable way possible.
Meet Kieran, your New Zealand travel specialist
"After living in New Zealand for four years, one of the things that really stuck with me was the close relationship many New Zealanders have with the outdoors. I enjoy providing travellers with an authentic experience of the unique culture and varied landscapes on offer. I take pride in building you a bespoke itinerary and look forward to helping you make the most of your time in this fantastic country!"
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Book now - and stay flexible
If you book a holiday to Australia and New Zealand and it is cancelled due to COVID-19, you can reschedule free of charge at any time, or if you prefer, you will receive a full refund with a cancellation. If, when it comes time to go on your holiday, you are not confident that you will have a good time due to current COVID-19 restrictions in your destination country, you can postpone your holiday free of charge. Take advantage of the TravelEssence flexibility guarantee.
How do I get to New Zealand?
As a specialist in travel to Australia and New Zealand, we know the best route options, airlines, seats onboard, connections and time to travel. We have been flying to Australia and New Zealand for over 15 years. With our knowledge and experience, we will ensure you arrive at your dream destination safely and comfortably.
We work closely with the world’s most leading airlines.
Offering the most exceptional service, the cleanest aircraft and state of the art in-flight entertainment systems. And we often have special fares which we can inform you about when we design your holiday. Whether it's Air New Zealand, Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines or Emirates, fly to New Zealand the absolute best and most affordable way.
There are endless options, which one is right for you?
We will also ensure that you have superior departure and arrival times, and connections. Which class would you like to fly? We have provided information about Economy, Premium Economy, Business and First Class. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.
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Useful facts
How long can you spend in New Zealand?
The NZeTA - New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority is valid for up to two years. As a British citizen, you can travel through New Zealand for up to six months at a time. If you would like to stay longer, it is possible but you will need to apply for another type of visa. We can advise you further about this when we sit down together.
Clean Aircraft
We use aircraft that are equipped with HEPA - High-Efficiency Particle Filters. HEPA filters are able to catch most airborne particles, which means the risk of catching something on an airborne plane is actually lower than many other confined spaces. They are similar to the standard used in hospitals. In fact, the air is cleaner and less contaminated than most office buildings.
Visa and passports
As a British passport holder, you are required to obtain an NZeTA - New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority. This can be applied for on the New Zealand Immigration website or via the NZeTA app.
Please allow up to 72 hours for processing time. You are required to have a passport that is valid for 6 months to travel outside of Europe.
New Zealand's time zones
New Zealand is divided into two time zones. New Zealand Standard Time (NZST) and Chatham Standard Time (CST). The North and South Island use NZST and the nearby Chatham Islands use CST. During the summer months, daylight saving hours are observed and the clocks are put forward one hour. This occurs from the last Sunday in September till the first Sunday in April.
Packing your bags
We will organise your dream trip to New Zealand and all you need to do is pack your bags! However, it is vital that you pack correctly to ensure you make the most of your holiday DownUnder. Where are you going? What kinds of activities will you be doing? What season will it be? These are all important factors to consider.
We recommend that you definitely bring comfortable walking shoes and clothes. Pack a good quality sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses. If you are concerned about insects, pack insect repellent too. A waterproof jacket is handy, as well as your swimwear and a towel (depending on where you are going). If you have any tours booked, please double-check what you may need.
And always check with your airline prior to your departure what your baggage limits are. However, for most airlines, the weight per piece should not exceed 32kg. Unless notified and approved in advance (e.g. for wheelchairs or medical supplies).
Flying to New Zealand & jet lag
Jet Lag is inevitable if you are going to travel to New Zealand. This is of course due to the time difference. However, there are a number of things you can do to reduce the effect of jet lag. This way you can adjust your day and night rhythm and keep moving on board. When you talk to us in person, we can give you our expert advice on how to suffer the least from jet lag.
All the things you love
and none of the things you don't
Our local knowledge makes the difference for your bespoke holiday through New Zealand or Australia. Your journey Down Under starts here.
Contact us
We would love to discuss your dream journey