Explorer Tours from Auckland to Queenstown
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10 best Explorer tours from Auckland to Queenstown
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- Lord of the Rings Scenic Explorer - 14 Day Self Drive Tour
- A Self-Drive Odyssey Across New Zealand - Private
- Premium New Zealand Encompassed (24 destinations)
- 14 Days Best of New Zealand, Auckland, Christchurch & Queenstown
- New Zealand Panorama (Southbound, 16 Days)
- Premium New Zealand Encompassed (32 destinations)
- Highlights of New Zealand
- Exploring New Zealand's Wonders featuring the North & South Islands (Auckland to Queenstown) (2024)
- Best of New Zealand
- Enchanting New Zealand - 16 days
- Drive at your own pace in your own rental car
- Step into the world of Lord of the Rings on its movie set
- Experience the excitement of a Hobbit Barrel Run
Duration 14 days Destinations Auckland, Matamata, Waitomo, Tongariro National Park, Ohakune, Wellington, Picton, Christchurch, Mount Cook, QueenstownSee all destinations Age Range 2 to 100 year olds Operated in English Operator Discover New Zealand From
- US$2,797
- Explore Auckland's vibrant city center
- Tour Auckland's iconic landmarks and parks
- Relax in cedar hot tubs at Secret Spot
Duration 14 days Destinations Auckland, Rotorua, Napier, Wellington, Blenheim, Kaikoura, Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Wanaka, Queenstown Age Range up to 70 year olds Operated in English Operator Vio Travel From
- US$2,780
- Explore Auckland's vibrant city center
- Sip fine wines on Waiheke Island
- Tour the magical Hobbiton movie set
Duration 18 days Destinations Auckland, Rotorua, Taupo, Tongariro National Park, Ohakune, Wellington, Christchurch, Punakaiki, Franz Josef, WanakaSee all destinations Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Premium From $10,785
10% Off- US$9,707You save $1,078
- Explore Auckland's iconic Sky Tower
- Walk through Auckland's historic streets
- Discover Christchurch by gondola and tram
Duration 14 days Destinations Auckland, Rotorua, Christchurch, Arthur's Pass National Park, Queenstown, Milford Sound Age Range 5 to 80 year olds Operated in English Operator Australia and New Zealand Travel Company From
10% Off- US$3,896
- Explore Auckland and learn the Haka dance
- Soar through Rotorua forests on a zipline
- Jet boat near the powerful Huka Falls
Duration 16 days Destinations Auckland, Waikato, Rotorua, Taupo, Wellington, Kaikoura, Picton, Christchurch, Arthur's Pass National Park, HokitikaSee all destinations Age Range up to 35 year olds Operated in English Operator Contiki From $2,915
25% Off- US$2,185You save $729
- Explore Auckland's vibrant city center
- Sip fine wines on Waiheke Island
- Tour the magical Waitomo Glow Worm Caves
Duration 18 days Destinations Auckland, Waitomo, Rotorua, Taupo, Tongariro National Park, Ohakune, Wellington, Christchurch, Greymouth, PunakaikiSee all destinations Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Premium From $11,105
10% Off- US$9,995You save $1,110
Highlights of New Zealand
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This was an amazing trip would love to do another trip.”
GABE, traveled in March 2023
- Explore Auckland's oldest park and harbor
- Witness geysers and Māori culture in Rotorua
- Discover Napier's unique Art Deco architecture
Duration 11 days Destinations Auckland, Rotorua, Taupo, Napier, Wellington, Picton, Christchurch, Queenstown, Milford Sound Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Cosmos From $3,659
5% Off- US$3,459You save $200
Exploring New Zealand's Wonders featuring the North & South Islands (Auckland to Queenstown) (2024)
23 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
- Auckland
- Bay of Islands
- Rotorua
Duration 18 days Destinations Auckland, Bay of Islands, Rotorua, Wellington, Picton, Christchurch, Dunedin, Milford Sound, Queenstown Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Collette From $5,999
20% Off- US$4,799You save $1,199
- Explore Auckland, the 'City of Sails'
- Visit the historic Waitangi Treaty House
- Cruise through the Bay of Islands
Duration 14 days Destinations Auckland, Bay of Islands, Rotorua, Marton, Wellington, Christchurch, Franz Josef, Queenstown, Milford Sound Age Range up to 80 year olds Operated in English Operator Globus From $6,039
8% Off- US$5,539+$233 upfront costsYou save $500
- Explore Auckland on your first day
- Ride the Driving Creek Railway
- Relax in Hot Water Beach's natural springs
Duration 16 days Destinations Auckland, Coromandel, Whitianga, Rotorua, Napier, Wellington, Nelson, Abel Tasman National Park, Punakaiki, Fox GlacierSee all destinations Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator On The Go Tours From $6,345
5% Off- US$6,028You save $317
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