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Here’s a few useful links to help with planning your trip to Aotearoa New Zealand.
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Here's a few useful links to help with planning your trip to Aotearoa New Zealand.
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Duration
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Adventure — Home of Middle‑earth™ — Nature & wildlife — Volcanic/Geothermal
3 Weeks
Auckland > Matamata > Queenstown
Great Wizards are curious adventurers. This epic journey will guide you through all New Zealand has to offer in three weeks or more. Experience otherworldly landscapes and fascinating fiords and get to know the real Middle‑earth™.
Adventure — Backpacking — Nature & wildlife — Water activities
22 Days — 2703 km
Christchurch > West Coast > Lake Tekapo / Takapō
Set out on this unforgettable three-week trip through the South Island. You'll travel through glaciers, mountains, and dramatic landscapes, with plenty of thrilling activities along the way.
Adventure — Food & wine — Hot pools & health spas — Nature & wildlife
11 Days — 1400 km
Christchurch - Canterbury > Kaikoura > Marlborough
Experience a blend of history, adventure, wildlife and the spectacular outdoors on this 11 day loop from Christchurch to Nelson and back. Travel Akaroa and Kaikōura for whale watching and on to the world-famous Marlborough wine region. Find out more.
Nature & wildlife — Water activities
16 Days — 2463 km
Christchurch - Canterbury > Queenstown > Nelson Tasman
Circle the South Island with this 16-day loop journey, starting in Christchurch.