New Zealand Tours & Escorted Tour Holidays

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of New Zealand on our escorted tours

New Zealand is a country like no other and forms the other breathtaking half of Australasia, while offering a distinct sense of place that sets it apart. With its other-worldly geothermal landscapes, snow-capped mountains, lush forests and pristine beaches, paired with its fascinating Maori culture, charming towns and vibrant cities, holidays to New Zealand truly capture everything from landscape and tradition to hustle and bustle. Cruise the tranquil Bay of Islands, lose yourself in the scenery of a New Zealand Rail tour and explore Milford Sound where sheer mountains soar above serene waters. Experience Rotorua’s bubbling geothermal geysers and encounter an array of wildlife, including whales, dolphins and seals. You’re guaranteed a trip of a lifetime on our New Zealand escorted tours – explore our carefully curated trips ranging from 24 to 31 days long, with the chance to also tour Australia and visit Singapore along the way.

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New Zealand

Essential New Zealand

Milford Sound cruise
Visit Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Stay three nights in Queenstown

Homebound stopovers from £99 per person

Nov 2026 - Mar 2028

25 days

Prices from £5,995 Per person

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New Zealand

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New Zealand by Rail, Road & Sea

Four scenic NZ rail journeys
Cruise on Lake Wakatipu
Winery lunch and tastings

Homebound stopovers from £99 per person

Oct 2026 - Apr 2028

27 days

Prices from £6,995 Per person

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Australia, New Zealand

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Highlights of Australia & New Zealand

Cruise spectacular Milford Sound
Snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef
View Uluru at sunset

Homebound stopovers from £99 per person

Oct 2026 - Apr 2028

30 days

Prices from £7,995 Per person

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New Zealand

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The Very Best of New Zealand

Cruise in the Bay of Islands
Morning cruise on Milford Sound
Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Homebound stopovers from £99 per person

Oct 2026 - Apr 2028

28 days

Prices from £6,995 Per person

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Australia, New Zealand

The Very Best of New Zealand & The Very Best of Australia

Sydney Harbour lunch cruise
All-inclusive overnight on The Ghan
Cruise on Milford Sound

Homebound stopovers from £99 per person

Oct 2026 - Apr 2028

56 days

Prices from £13,195 Per person

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Australia, New Zealand

New Zealand by Rail, Road and Sea & The Very Best of Australia

Three scenic NZ rail journeys
Visit Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Full day on the Great Barrier Reef

Homebound stopovers from £99 per person

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New Zealand, Singapore

Spectacular New Zealand

Cruise through Milford Sound
Exploring Stewart Island
Experience Rotorua’s Māori Culture & Geothermal Wonders

Homebound stopovers from £99 per person

Jan 2027 - Apr 2028

29 days

Prices from £6,995 Per person

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New Zealand, Singapore

Treasures of New Zealand

Cruise among the towering peaks of Milford Sound
Walk the Franz Josef Glacier
Enjoy a traditional Māori concert, including song, dance, and the haka

Save up to £200 per person

Oct 2026 - Apr 2028

21 days

Prices from £7,795 Per person

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Australia, New Zealand, Singapore

Australia & New Zealand Discovery

Cruise among towering peaks of Milford Sound
Explore the vibrant coral reefs of the Great Barrier Reef
Experience the cultural and natural wonders of Uluru

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Jan 2027 - Mar 2028

29 days

Prices from £11,195 Per person

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Australia, New Zealand

New Zealand by Rail, Road and Sea & Christmas and New Year in Australia

A magical New Year’s Eve dinner cruise on Sydney Harbour
Cruise on Milford Sound
Experience Uluru at sunset and sunrise

Homebound stopovers from £99 per person

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Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, North Island, New Zealand

Essential information in New Zealand

Time difference

GMT +12 hrs (+13 DST)

Best time to visit

January - April / October - November

Official languages

English & Māori

Currency

New Zealand Dollar (NZD)

Flight time

Around 24 hrs from UK

Electricity

Voltage: 230V; Plug type(s): I

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New Zealand

Get closer to the extraordinary: New Zealand

New Zealand is a country like no other. With its other-worldly geothermal landscapes, snow-capped mountains, lush forests and pristine beaches, paired with its fascinating Maori culture, charming towns and vibrant cities – you’re guaranteed a trip of a lifetime. Here are just a few of the extraordinary experiences you can expect on these tours.

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Meet our travel specialists for New Zealand

Planning a holiday to New Zealand has never been simpler. Our dedicated travel experts are with you every step of the way. Our Product Managers carefully curate each experience so you can discover the very best of New Zealand, while our Personal Tour Consultants make the booking process effortless. We’ve personally travelled on these tours and visited the destinations ourselves, giving us first-hand insight to share with you.

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Kath Morris

Product Manager

With 25 years of travel experience, Kath is passionate about crafting exceptional tours across destinations. She’s especially inspired by Asia and Australasia – from India and Sri Lanka’s ancient wonders to the striking landscapes and natural beauty of Australia and New Zealand.

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Vania Rajao

Operations Team Leader

Vania is our Operations Team Leader and helps customers with enquiries about tours and destinations, while always providing exceptional service. Recently, she experienced breathtaking landscapes and warm, welcoming people on our Magnificent New Zealand tour.

From our blog

Discover more about this incredible destination with our collection of travel blogs, filled with expert insights, local highlights and inspiration for your next adventure.

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10 fascinating Daintree Rainforest facts you should know

A short journey from the coastal city of Cairns on Australia’s north east coast transports you to another world: the lush green paradise of the Daintree Rainforest. One of the best places to visit in Australia for nature lovers, the rainforest is famously known for being rich in flora and fauna.

Customer testimonials

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It had taken me a while to get through but someone answered the phone even though the office was now officially closed. He was cheerful, helpful and efficient. It was worth his while answering the phone as my partner and I each spent around £10,000

Amanda Lovell

Very Best of New Zealand

The tour was very well organised and the staff really took care of the whole party. After the start of the US attacks on Iran travel was severely disrupted but Distant Journeys ensured we got home, albeit 6 days late, and they organised an alternative route home which did not cost us anymore.

Neil Matthews

Highlights of Australia & New Zealand

We would certainly recommend Distant Journeys and indeed we have already recommended numerous friends who now holidaying with Distant Journeys themselves. Right from enquiry to booking, to the excellent app which has everything on it you need and is simple to navigate! Additionally the way the Company looked after its clients during the recent war in the Middle East was exceptional. A Company that cares and looks after its clients. Well done..

JACKIE Taylor

New Zealand by Rail, Road and Sea

Answered all my queries. Were polite and professional.

Slade Diana

New Zealand by Rail, Road and Sea

Excellent. Always very helpful from initial booking to arranging excursions and answering queries

Angela Parry

Very Best of New Zealand

From beginning to end this tour was everything and more of what we hoped. Tour guides were excellent, though the NZ guide Saul and coach driver Vlad were just the absolute best and made our trip extra special.I truly cannot recommend Distant Journeys enough.

Geoffrey Garner

Highlights of Australia & New Zealand

Pre-departure customer service was excellent. Throughout the trip the hotels were good quality, whilst the tour guides, and hotel staff were most attentive and very helpful, (particularly when I took ill in Australia.)The locations and attractions were largely as described with one or two exceptions, Alice Springs to name one.When return flights were cancelled due to the USA war with Iran D J promptly acted offering reassurance and accommodation before finally arranging flights home, 👏👏👏I would definitely use Distant Journeys again.

Kenneth Barlow

Highlights of Australia & New Zealand

Well organised holiday. Brilliant from start to finish. Distant Journeys even went the extra mile to reorganise flights due to the conflict in the gulf. Highly recommended.

Ian Coates

Highlights of Australia & New Zealand

Both the Very Best of New Zealand and Very Best of Australia tours were excellent and very well organised with exceptional guides in both countries. We also had a fantastic, safe coach driver for all of the New Zealand tour. The issues in the Gulf started mid tours and new arrangements were made and we were flown home without drama. Cannot thank them enough.

Neil Bridges

Australia & New Zealand Combination Tour

Thank you for everything

David Deighton

Australia & New Zealand Combination Tour

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Frequently Asked Questions about New Zealand

GMT +12 hours
New Zealand Dollar
Generally, all our tours operate when it is considered the best time to travel, although it is important to note that climates may vary between different regions and countries, if visiting more than one, so climates may change throughout your tour. As weather patterns around the world become less predictable the information we provide should be used as a guide only and is no guarantee of the weather at the time you travel. We also recommend checking up-to-date weather forecasts before you depart.
With seasons the opposite to those in the northern hemisphere, New Zealand is blessed with mild temperatures, moderate rainfall, and many hours of sunshine. The Bay of Islands in the far north has subtropical weather during summer.
Dress for our tours is generally relaxed and informal during the day, dressing to suit the weather conditions and the activity you are undertaking. Evening dinners are also informal, with smart casual dress being the norm.
It’s likely there will be occasions when exploring you’ll be walking on uneven surfaces, so we recommend sturdy and comfortable walking shoes. Wearing layers of clothing means it’s much easier to deal with potentially varied weather conditions – remember it will be cooler at higher altitudes – and it’s always advisable to carry a waterproof, good insect repellent, a high factor sunscreen lotion and a hat for protection from the sun.
Major credit cards and cash machines are widely available throughout your tour and your tour manger will be on hand to help you find the best places to exchange your money.
Please note the following general advice:
• ATMs are generally available in major cities, less so in rural areas
• Credit cards are generally widely accepted in the majority of hotels, cruises, larger international restaurants and shops, although be aware credit card payments may incur an additional fee
• If buying small items or purchasing from local shops, restaurants and markets, or when outside of major cities, with the exception of hotels, local currency is always recommended
• If you are planning to use your debit or credit card whilst travelling, advise your bank of your travel plans so you do not encounter potential problems when trying to withdraw cash or make a payment
• When you change money, ask for some small bills and keep these, along with coins, separate from larger ones - this is also handy for tipping
• It is always worth carrying a small amount of UK Sterling or US Dollars as these can usually be readily exchanged
• Keep your exchange receipts as these may be needed if you want to exchange any remaining currency you have at the end of your trip
• A currency card is a simple way to buy local currency and lock in an exchange rate before you travel. We recommend Revolut, a digital banking app which offers a pre-paid physical or virtual currency card. It is simple to apply for, set up and use. For more information on the Revolut Currency Card, please click here.
Tipping in most countries is a way of showing your appreciation for good service, and whilst not compulsory, it is now an accepted practice in many of the countries we visit on our tours and in many, very much a way of life.
Tipping remains discretionary, although at the end of your tour, if you are happy with the services provided by your Tour Manager, local guides, coach drivers and assistants, we would suggest showing your appreciation for the services offered.
We would suggest the following amounts:
Coach Captains, Tour Managers & Drivers: $7 – $15 NZD per person per day
It is the norm to tip in a restaurant if you are happy with the service, usually around 5-7%.
The information provided on entry requirements, passports and visas is for British Citizens only. Any visa information covers visa requirements for the duration of our tour stays in any given country. If you intend to stay longer you should seek additional information before booking.
Holders of a British Subject passport, non-British citizens and holders of a passport endorsed in any way should check immigration requirements with the relevant embassy or consulate of the country to be visited, as should clients with dual nationality or renounced citizenship.
It is important to recognise that whilst the information provided is correct at the time of publishing, all requirements may change and all clients must check the up-to-date position in good time before departure with the embassy or consulate of the country(ies) you are travelling through and to.
We also suggest referring to the UK government’s Foreign Travel Advice website, for advice about travelling abroad, including the latest information on safety and security, entry requirements and travel warnings.
A valid ten-year British passport is required for all our holidays, valid for a minimum of six months after your return date to the UK. If you are not currently in possession of a valid passport, please make sure you leave plenty of time before your holiday to apply for this document.
A full British passport presently takes approximately up to ten weeks to obtain. If you are 16 or over and have not yet arranged a passport, you should apply for one at least 10 weeks before your departure from the UK. The UK Passport Service has to confirm an applicant’s identity before issuing their first passport and may ask them to attend an interview in order to do this. Please note, if you need to apply for visas after you receive your new passport, you will need to factor in additional time for this.
You are required to apply for an NZeTA before travelling to New Zealand. Applications can be made online on the government’s immigration website and cost NZD $23, or by its smartphone app for a slightly lower cost of NZD $17. In addition to the fee for the NZeTA, you will also be required to pay an International Visitor Levy (IVL), at a cost of NZD $100. This will be processed at the same time as your NZeTA.
Alternatively, if you would prefer to have assistance with your visa and have the application process managed by a visa company, we recommend The Travel Visa Company.
For more information on passport information and entry requirements please visit the Government Passport Office website and the Foreign Office website.
Health facilities, hygiene and disease risks vary worldwide and may change at any time. You should take health advice from your GP or local travel clinic about your specific needs as early as possible and ensure that vaccinations or preventative measures are taken early enough (which may be a month or more prior to departure) to be fully effective by the date of travel.
In addition to the UK government’s own travel advice website, we also recommend visiting the NHS Travel Vaccinations website, for more information on any required vaccinations.