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Lupines on the shore of Lake Tekapo
Milford Sound
Lake and mountains in Milford Sound, South Island, New Zealand
Auckland
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Dunedin
A quiet morning near Dunedin
Invercargill
Cruising Milford Sound, New Zealand
The Snares
Clear Water and Tropical Island
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Get the quintessential New Zealand experience on one of these classic tours hand-picked by the New Zealand travel experts at Adventure Life. Explore popular destinations such as Queenstown, Auckland, Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, and Wanaka as you enjoy on trips from 13 to 18 days long. Contact one of Adventure Life's New Zealand travel planning experts to start planning your next adventure.
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Wellington Cable Car
from $7,673
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Best of New Zealand: North to South

New Zealand Self-drive Tour - 18 Day Itinerary
  • Hike through Auckland's west coast
  • Enjoy the glowworm cave at Waitomo
  • Visit Te Puia Geothermal
  • See skillful Māori crafts
  • Learn Māori customs and traditions
  • Tour Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Take part in a stargazing tour
  • Enjoy a Dart River jet boat tour
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Auckland / Queenstown
Activities
Wine Tasting, Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Easy Active
Experience the best of New Zealand on this 18-day epic self-drive tour. Explore geothermal wonders, cultural heritage, and adventure across both islands, from Auckland to the South. Enjoy Māori cultural performances, visit Waitomo Caves, and Discover Tongariro National Park. Then head to the South to experience the stunning vistas and rugged landscapes.
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Mount Aspiring - Lake Wanaka
from $5,797
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Complete South Island Explorer

New Zealand Self-drive Tour - 14 Day Itinerary
  • Discover Christchurch's history
  • Enjoy Hanmer Springs hot pools
  • See marine mammals in Kaikoura
  • Visit Abel Tasman National Park
  • Hike the Franz Josef Glacier
  • Enjoy Dart River jet boat tour
  • Explore Queenstown and Milford Soun
  • See glacier in Mt Cook National Par
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Christchurch / Christchurch
Activities
Hiking, Village Visits, Whitewater Rafting
Activity Level
Easy Active
Explore the South Island of New Zealand on an unforgettable 14-day adventure. Discover stunning landscapes, vibrant cities, and unique wildlife. From glaciers to beaches, this journey offers thrilling outdoor activities, cultural experiences, and breathtaking natural beauty at every turn
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Queenstown South Island New Zealand
from $13,263
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Active New Zealand Adventure

New Zealand Self-drive Tour - 18 Day Itinerary
  • Hike through Auckland's west coast
  • Take a cruise on Lake Taupo.
  • Hike in Tongariro National Park
  • Cross the stunning Banks Peninsula
  • Take part in a stargazing tour
  • Enjoy outdoor activities in Wanaka
  • Enjoy Dart River jet boat tour
  • Sail overnight in Doubtful Sound
Starts / Ends
Auckland / Queenstown
Activities
Kayaking, Fishing
Activity Level
Moderate
Set out on an 18-day driving holiday in New Zealand from Auckland to Queenstown. Experience Lake Tekapo, Taupo, and the Tongariro alpine crossing. Sail Doubtful Sound overnight, enjoy a Wanaka AWD safari, hike the Routeburn Track, and elevate your journey with a Kepler Track heli-hike adventure.
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Beautiful view of Akaroa
from $6,285
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New Zealand Coastal Odyssey: The Ultimate Expedition Cruise of the New Zealand Coast

Auckland to Queenstown - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • See Rotorua geothermal and culture
  • Sail through Fiorland's waterfalls
  • Dunedin wildlife viewing
  • Visit the historic town of Akaroa
Starts / Ends
Auckland / Queenstown
Activities
Helicopter Tours, Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Cruise New Zealand on a 13-day voyage aboard Heritage Adventurer. Visit Auckland, Rotorua, Wellington, Abel Tasman, Akaroa, Dunedin, Stewart Island, and Fiordland. Explore nature reserves, observe rare wildlife, and and cultural experiences before disembarking in Bluff with transfers to Invercargill or Queenstown.
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