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New Zealand Escorted Coach ToursNew Zealand Escorted Coach Tours

There are so many special experiences that make your APT vacation unique, and you simply can't match them by traveling on your own. Whether you're joining us on one of our fully escorted Motor Coach Tours, our relaxing one of our Luxury Cruises, we can promise you the vacation of a lifetime. First and foremost, everything is included in your tour price - you won't have to reach into your pocket for unexpected expenses along the way.

Once on tour our professional driver takes care of all the driving, so there's no need to worry about peak hour traffic or getting lost on unfamiliar roads. You can just sit back, relax and enjoy the view in total comfort. And your fully-trained Tour Director will provide interesting and insightful commentary along the way.

Then, when you arrive at your destination, you won't have to carry your own bags or worry about the time-consuming check-in procedure. We take care of all that too. You'll stay in the finest accommodation in the best locations and you won't miss any major attractions while you are there.

Even booking your vacation is easy - we take care of the transportation, accommodation and dining all at the same time.  We have over 90 escorted vacations available that include New Zealand.  Below are just a selection of the tours we offer.  Please contact us if you don't see exactly what you are looking for and we will try to match you with the perfect itinerary.

The vacations featured below do not include airfare.  Ask your Journey Pacific Kiwi Specialist for the latest airfare special to complete your itinerary or click here for current airfares. 

AFFORDABLE ESCORTED TOURING

In these fully inclusive vacations, you’ll enjoy great value, comfortable accommodation, modern coaches, feature meals in select locations and a local guide and experienced driver taking you to the must-see attractions.

New Zealand Treasures - 12 days, 11 nights from $2,360 per person
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Higlights: Journey through stunning Haast Pass, see pounamu (jade) being carved, view the unusual Pancake Rocks, enjoy a tour and tasting at Montana Brancott Winery cruise Cook Strait, in Napier join a guided walking tour of the city’s famous Art Deco architecture, enjoy a Maori hangi feast in Rotorua, see geysers at Te Puia, see a farm show at the Agrodome and tour the limestone and glow-worm caves of Waitomo

Best of New Zealand - 20 days, 19 nights from $3,905 per person
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Highlights: Visit Auckland, the City of Sails, tour historic Waitangi Reserve, spend a day at leisure in the Bay of Islands, your Waitomo’s caves, enjoy a hangi feast and Maori cultural performance in Rotorua, visit Te Puia Thermal Reserve, see a farm show at the Agrodome, discover Napier’s famous Art Deco architecture on a guided walking tour, take a sightseeing tour of Wellington, visit the Museum of New Zealand, cruise across Cook Strait, ride the award-winning TranzAlpine Train from Christchurch to Greymouth, see Pancake Rocks at Punakaiki see pounamu (jade) being carved into jewellery in Hokitika, visit Westland National Park, travel through spectacular Haast Pass, cruise to Walter Peak farm, tour historic Larnach Castle and see the unusual Moeraki Boulders, visit Mt Cook, Mt Cook National Park and stay in Christchurch, the Garden City

Uniquely New Zealand- 17 days, 16 nights from $3,315 per person
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Highlights: Visit Auckland, the City of Sails, tour the Waitomo caves, see a farm show at the Agrodome, at Te Puia Thermal Reserve see hot springs, mud pools and geysers, enjoy a hangi feast and Maori performance, visit Church Road Winery, discover Napier’s famous Art Deco architecture on a guided walking tour, take a sightseeing tour of Wellington, visit Te Papa, the Museum of New Zealand, cruise across Cook Strait, see the Pancake Rocks at Punakaiki, see pounamu (jade) being carved, visit World Heritage-listed Westland National Park, travel through spectacular Haast Pass, spend a day at leisure in Queenstown, tour historical Larnach Castle and visit the Jacobean manor, Olveston, see the unusual Moeraki Boulders, see Mt Cook, in World Heritage-listed Mt Cook National Park and stay in Christchurch, the Garden City

Remarkable New Zealand - 14 days, 13 nights from $2,460 per person
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Highlights: Explore Auckland, the City of Sails, tour Waitangi Reserve in the Bay of Islands, Cape Brett and Hole in the Rock cruise, visit Rotoua’s Te Puia Thermal Reserve and the Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, View thunderous Huka Falls, enjoy a wine tour and tasting at one of New Zealand’s most established wineries, explore the Art Deco city of Napier, take a sightseeing tour of Wellington, visit Te Papa, the National Museum, cruise through the Marlborough Sounds, journey the pretty Kaikoura coastline, journey along the rugged West Coast and see Fox and Franz Josef glaciers

New Zealand Insight - 16 days, 15 nights from $3,120 per person
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Highlights: Take a guided tour of the Waitomo Caves, Visit geothermal Rotorua, tour the Art Deco city of Napier, visit Church Road winery in Hawke’s Bay, cruise Cook Strait through Marlborough and Queen Charlotte sounds, visit World Heritage Westland National Park and view mighty Franz Josef Glacier, explore the alpine resort of Queenstown and view the unique Moeraki Boulders

SUPERIOR ESCORTED TOURING

High quality, fully inclusive tours at a value for money price.  Enjoy our Freedom Concept, a good standard of accommodation and modern coaches.  A Driver and Tour Director will assist you through your vacation.

New Zealand Wonderland - 16 days, 15 nights from $3,685 per person
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Highlights: Tour the Matakohe Kauri Museum, visit Waitangi Reserve in the Bay of Islands, take a guided tour of Waitomo Caves,explore Rotorua’s geothermal wonders, cross the volcanic plateau of World Heritage-listed Tongariro National Park, visit the National Museum of New Zealand cruise across stunning Cook Strait, cruise through the Marlborough Sounds, tour Christchurch, the Garden City, ride the famous TranzAlpine Train, visit Hokitika and see jade being carved, see spectacular Franz Josef Glacier, cruise the length of Milford Sound, explore stunning Mt Cook National Park and see Lake Tekapo and the tiny stone Church of the Good Shepherd

New Zealand Highlighter - 13 days, 12 nights from $3,025 per person
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Highlights: Enjoy a guided tour of Waitomo Caves, discover the geothermal city of Rotorua, see Lake Taupo and thunderous Huka Falls, enjoy views from Wellington’s Mt Victoria, visit the National Museum of New Zealand, cruise across Cook Strait through picturesque Queen Charlotte Sound, visit Hokitika and see jade being carved, see mighty Franz Josef Glacier, embark on the thrilling Haast River Safari, explore Dunedin - Edinburgh of the South, see the unique Moeraki Beach boulders, enter beautiful Mt Cook National Park and absorb stunning views from Lake Tekapo

Scenic Sights - 12 days, 11 nights from $2,890 per person
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Highlights: Explore Auckland, the City of Sails, journey to the crest of Mt Eden, take a guided tour of the Waitomo Caves, discover geothermal Rotorua, ascend Wellington’s Mt Victoria for city views, visit New Zealand’s National Museum, visit the seaside settlement of Kaikoura, take a city tour of Christchurch, ride the famous TranzAlpine Train, in Hokitika, see jewelry carved from jade, embark on the thrilling Haast River Safari, cruise the full length of Milford Sound, travel into Mt Cook National Park and absorb stunning views from Lake Tekapo

Grand Rail Experience - 14 days, 13 nights from $3,950 per person 
                            *** INCLUDES 7 RAIL JOURNEYS***
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Highlights: Take a guided tour of the Waitomo Caves, ride the famous Wellington Cable Car, cruise the full length of Milford Sound, absorb stunning views from Lake Tekapo and travel into Mt Cook National Park. 
Includes the following rail journeys: The Overlander Train (Auckland to Otorohanga and Te Kuiti to Tongariro National Park), The TranzMetro Service (Featherston to Wellington), The TranzCoastal Train (Picton to Christchurch), The TranzAlpine Train (Christchurch to Greymouth), The Kingston Flyer Vintage Steam Train and The Seasider (Palmerston to Dunedin)

Southern Circuit - 8 days, 7 nights from $1,990 per person
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Highlights: Tour Christchurch, the Garden City, visit Hokitika and see jade being carved, see spectacular Franz Josef Glacier, cruise the length of Milford Sound, explore stunning Mt Cook National Park and see Lake Tekapo and the tiny stone Church of the Good Shepherd

PREMIER ESCORTED TOURING

These stylish vacations are fully inclusive of first-class accommodation, unique sightseeing, meals including gourmet á la carte dinners as detailed in your itinerary.  Enjoy APT’s innovative Freedom Concept, which provides you the freedom to choose.  You'll also appreciate a leisurely pace thanks to extended stays and the smaller group size limited to 30 passengers.

Great New Zealand Experience - 21 days, 20 nights from $5,680 per person
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See all the major sights of New Zealand on our most popular Premier Plus tour. On this comprehensive and stylish holiday, absorb the majestic sights of the Bay of Islands, experience Maori culture and geothermal activity in Rotorua. Discover the natural beauty of the Marlborough Sounds on your Interislander cruise and explore the rugged West Coast. Take a cruise of spectacular Milford Sound and explore the alpine resort of Queenstown. Further south, the Scottish-inspired city of Dunedin, spectacular Mt Cook and the luxurious Hermitage Hotel await.

New Zealand Explorer - 15 days, 14 nights from $3,825 per person
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Highlights: Take a guided tour of the Waitomo Caves, see Lake Taupo and thunderous Huka Falls, cross the vast volcanic plateau of Tongariro National Park, cruise through the Marlborough Sounds, see Punakaiki’s intriguing Pancake rocks, see the glaciers of Westland National Park, travel across the impressive Southern Alps, explore the alpine resort of Queenstown, see Mt Cook - Australasia’s highest peak, visit glacier-fed Lake Tekapo and the Church of the Good Shepherd and visit Christchurch, the Garden City

New Zealand Phenomenon - 16 days, 15 nights from $4,215 per person
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Highlights: Explore Waipoua Forest Reserve, visit the historic Waitangi Treaty Grounds, Cape Brett and Hole in the Rock cruise, enjoy a guided tour of Waitomo Caves, explore geothermal Rotorua, see Lake Taupo and thunderous Huka Falls, see majestic Franz Josef Glacier, travel across the impressive Southern Alps, enter pristine Mt Aspiring National Park,  see the unique Moeraki Beach boulders, discover beautiful Mt Cook National Park, absorb stunning views from Lake Tekapo, Lake Tekapo and the Church of the Good Shepherd and visit Christchurch, the Garden City

New Zealand Phenomenon - 13 days, 12 nights from $3,515 per person
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Highlights: Cruise across Cook Strait through picturesque Queen Charlotte Sound, enjoy a guided tour of Waitomo Caves, explore geothermal Rotorua, see majestic Franz Josef Glacier, travel across the impressive Southern Alps, enter pristine Mt Aspiring National Park, see the unique Moeraki Beach boulders, discover beautiful Mt Cook National Park, absorb stunning views from Lake Tekapo, Lake Tekapo and the Church of the Good Shepherd and visit Christchurch, the Garden City

Southern Sensation - 9 days, 8 nights from $2,335 per person
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Highlights: Sightseeing Highlights, Lake Tekapo and the Church of the Good Shepherd, see majestic Franz Josef Glacier, travel across the impressive Southern Alps, enter pristine Mt Aspiring National Park, see the unique Moeraki Beach boulders, discover beautiful Mt Cook National Park, absorb stunning views from Lake Tekapo and visit Christchurch, the Garden City

Geyserland - 6 days, 5 nights from $1,710 per person
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Highlights: Tour Waitomo Caves to see the glow worms, visit the historic Waitangi Treaty House, discover the Wairakei Steam Valley and the Bay of Islands, home to 144 islands

Rates are Room Only plus Special Meals (as detailed in the full itinerary). Breakfasts and dinners may be added for an additional charge.  Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Tour available for departure on specified dates only, check with your travel consultant for current rates. Package price will be confirmed at time of booking. Tours are subject to availability. All prices reflect a 3% discount for purchases made by cash/check. There are no discounts for payment made by credit cards. Cancellation penalties and other restrictions apply.