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Explore remote villages on one of the below 7 unique New Zealand cultural experiences for 2025 or 2026. Visit the local village, meet the people, experience local cuisine with a local English speaking guide on your own private tour or small group guided tour. Discover unique local cultures on trips that include activities like Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Archaeological Site Visits, Wine Tasting, and Helicopter Tours and cost from $2,493 for experiences of 5 to 18 days. Tell us about your ideal New Zealand cultural trip and our New Zealand experts will help you plan every detail of your next trip.
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Te Puia Geothermal
from $2,493
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New Zealand North Island Highlights

New Zealand Self-drive Tour - 7 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Auckland / Wellington
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Moderate
Join this 7-day self-drive tour of New Zealand’s North Island. Discover iconic trails, cultural landmarks, and geothermal wonders in Auckland, Waitomo, Rotorua, Tongariro National Park, and Wellington. Ideal for nature and adventure lovers seeking an unforgettable journey
  • Enjoy the glowworm cave at Waitomo
  • Visit Te Puia Geothermal
  • See skillful Māori crafts
  • Learn Māori customs and traditions
  • See native birds in wildlife
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Mt. Cook
from $8,483
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New Zealand Grand Hikes: North & South Islands

New Zealand Small Group Tour - 15 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Auckland / Queenstown
Activity Level
Moderate
Experience exploring the diverse landscapes of both islands, from Rotorua to Queenstown, on this 15-day hiking adventure in New Zealand. From the Waitomo glow worm caves, Rotorua geothermal area, and volcanoes of Tongariro National Park in the north, spend even more time hiking in the south, along the Abel Tasman coast, and the majestic peaks of Aoraki/Mt Cook and Mt Aspiring National Parks.
  • See the Waitomo glow worm caves
  • Learn about Māori culture
  • Hike Tongariro National Park
  • Experience the Abel Tasman Coast
  • See coastal limestone canyons
  • Hike Aoraki /Mt. Cook
  • See stunning view of Fiordland NP
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Mount Aspiring - Lake Wanaka
from $5,362
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Complete South Island Explorer

New Zealand Self-drive Tour - 14 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Christchurch / Christchurch
Activities
Whale Watching, Helicopter Tours, 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
  • 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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Mt. Aspiring National Park
from $5,576
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South Island Grand Hikes

New Zealand Small Group Tour - 10 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Nelson / Queenstown
Activities
Rainforest Exploration
Activity Level
Moderate
Experience this 10-day hiking odyssey from Nelson to Queenstown, unveiling the pristine beauty and rugged charm of New Zealand's South Island. Traverse breathtaking landscapes, encounter diverse wildlife, and immerse yourself in unforgettable adventures along this iconic route.
  • Experience the Abel Tasman Coast
  • Explore limestone canyons
  • Hike the Aoraki/Mount Cook
  • Float in a terminal glacier lake
  • See stunning views of Fiordland NP
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Mt. Tongariro, Mt. Ngauruhoe, and Mt. Ruapehu
from $2,728
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New Zealand North Island Grand Hikes

New Zealand Small Group Tour - 5 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Auckland / Wellington
Activity Level
Moderate
On this five-day hiking adventure, discover the varied landscapes of New Zealand's Northern Island, spanning from Rotorua to Wellington. From the Waitomo glow worm caves, the Rotorua geothermal area, and the volcanoes of Tongariro National Park. Admire the views of the Red Crater, Emerald Lakes, Taranaki Falls, and steaming vents that make this hike outstanding.
  • See the Waitomo glow worm caves
  • Learn about Māori culture
  • Hike the Tongariro National Park
  • Learn about New Zealand history
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Wellington Cable Car
from $6,879
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Best of New Zealand: North to South

New Zealand Self-drive Tour - 18 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Auckland / Queenstown
Activities
Wine Tasting
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.
  • 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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Stewart Island
from $4,475
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Unseen Stewart Island: Pristine Wilderness and Wildlife Adventure

8 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Explorer
Starts / Ends
Invercargill / Invercargill
Activities
Kayaking
Activity Level
Variable
Board the luxurious 18-guest Heritage Explorer on an 8-day expedition cruise. Discover the unseen rawness of New Zealand's wildlife-rich Stewart Island/Rakiura and Ulva Island/Te Wharawhara. The magnificent Aurora Australis is awe-inspiring as it spectacularly adorns the southern skies.
  • Discover Halfmoon Bay
  • Enjoy the historic views
  • Visit Norwegian whaling station
  • Explore Port Pegasus
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