Explorer Tours & Trips in New Zealand
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- 10 Day South Island Explorer
- North Island Explorer - 11 days
- 3 Day Aoraki Mt. Cook Explorer
- Northern Explorer Rail, Sail and Heli Tour
- New Zealand Explorer
- West Coast Explorer (with TranzAlpine) - 3 Day Self Drive Tour
- A Self-Drive Odyssey Across New Zealand - Private
- South Island Explorer - 12 days
- New Zealand Northern Trail (Northbound)
- New Zealand Northern Trail (Southbound)
10 Day South Island Explorer
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Meeting all the different people and experiencing NZ as a family style road trip. If you keep an open mind, this trip can be so fulfilling.”
- Explore Lake Tekapo and the Church of the Good Shepherd
- Cruise through Milford Sound and spot local wildlife
- Stroll through historic Arrowtown and visit sweet shops
Duration 10 days Destinations Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Mount Cook, Wanaka, Arrowtown, Te Anau, Milford Sound, Queenstown, Lake Hawea, HaastSee all destinations Age Range 18 to 40 year olds Operated in English Operator Backyard Roadies From
- US$1,691
- Explore Auckland's vibrant harborside
- Walk through ancient kauri forests
- Cruise through the Hole in the Rock
Duration 11 days Destinations Auckland, Russell, Bay of Islands, Coromandel, Whitianga, Rotorua, Napier, Wellington Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator On The Go Tours From $5,115
5% Off- US$4,859You save $255
3 Day Aoraki Mt. Cook Explorer
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Excellent trip overall. The next night our buffet dinner was included but there was a mix up and the hotel tried to charge us.”
Penny, traveled in December 2022
- Fall in love with the views of New Zealand's highest peak
- See the incredible Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre
- Embark on an exciting Tasman Valley 4WD adventure
Duration 3 days Destinations Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Mount Cook, Queenstown Age Range 1 to 100 year olds Operated in English Operator Thrifty Tours From
5% Off- US$676
- Drive at your own pace in your own rental car
- Admire the incredible Waipoua Forest – home to 1000 year old tree
- Explore the geothermal valley of Rotorua by helicopter
Duration 13 days Destinations Auckland, Waipoua Forest, Russell, Bay of Islands, Coromandel, Rotorua, Napier, Wellington Age Range 4 to 70 year olds Operated in English Operator Discover New Zealand From
5% Off- US$4,397
New Zealand Explorer
18 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The inclusion of Whakatane, Gisborne, Nelson and Dunedin were great. Knowing nothing about the Hobbit films, we were pleasantly surprised by Hobbiton.”
Linda, traveled in December 2023
- Explore Auckland's city center and wharf
- Tour the Hobbiton movie set in Matamata
- Experience Maori culture with a home-hosted lunch
Duration 19 days Destinations Auckland, Coromandel, Rotorua, Taupo, Napier, Wellington, Picton, Kaikoura, Hokitika, Franz JosefSee all destinations Age Range 16 to 85 year olds Operated in English Operator Explore! From
5% Off- US$8,720
West Coast Explorer (with TranzAlpine) - 3 Day Self Drive Tour
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Excellent tour and especially enjoyed the guided tour.”
Audrey, traveled in February 2024
- Drive at your own pace in your own rental car
- Visit the beautiful Wanaka and her renowned lake
- Explore the extraordinary West Coast Glaciers
Duration 3 days Destinations Queenstown, Wanaka, Franz Josef, Greymouth, Christchurch Age Range 2 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Discover New Zealand From
5% Off- US$732
- 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 $2,919
5% Off- US$2,773You save $145
- Explore Auckland's city highlights and waterfront
- Experience Maori culture and feast at Tamaki Village
- Cruise Christchurch's River Avon in Edwardian style
Duration 12 days Destinations Auckland, Rotorua, Te Puia, Christchurch, Greymouth, Fox Glacier, Franz Josef, Wanaka, Mount Cook, Te AnauSee all destinations Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator On The Go Tours From $5,945
5% Off- US$5,648You save $297
- Explore Wellington's vibrant arts scene
- Discover Zealandia's unique wildlife
- Hike the famous Tongariro Crossing
Duration 10 days Destinations Wellington, Tongariro National Park, Taupo, Rotorua, Waitomo, Raglan, Coromandel, Auckland Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel From
5% Off- US$3,430
- Explore Auckland's vibrant nightlife
- Dig your own hot tub at Hot Water Beach
- Surf or relax in scenic Raglan
Duration 10 days Destinations Auckland, Coromandel, Raglan, Waitomo, Rotorua, Taupo, Tongariro National Park, Wellington Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel From
5% Off- US$3,430
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