There are several touring options but most of the tourists prefer independent seat in coach tours or guided tours. They give you an amazing solution that can enable you to enjoy the land with great pleasure. The coaches are comfortable and you will not feel the hassle when you are traveling to different attractions.
However, the choice of your tour category will determine the cost of your package. Instead of using the seat-back option, you can opt for private or even self-drive (car rental, campervan or motorhome rental) services during your tour. The schedules are not fixed and you can make a change depending on how you want your travel to look like.
Sit back and relax. There really isn’t an easier way to see New Zealand than by our Independent Seat in Coach option. A premier fleet of coaches operates on the main tourist routes, with coaches varying slightly on some secondary routes. Airport arrival and departure transfers are included as is a hotel pick up and drop off at your hotel each day. The seating capacity in the coach is between 7 and 50 passengers.
Independent Coach Tours offer the following:
• Daily departures
• No minimum number of passengers
• Breakfasts Daily at all hotels
• All sightseeing entry fees included (as mentioned in each itinerary)
• A choice of three accommodation options
• Seat in Coach transport
• All Seat in Coach tours can be added to
• All Seat in Coach packages can be taken in reverse (except ‘Stunning New Zealand’)
Driving in New Zealand is easy and safe. The main highways and motorways are excellent and clearly signposted as well as easy to understand. We are pleased to offer Europcar as a preferred car rental company for our programs and offer you a choice of four types of rental cars for you to select from. All car rentals include standard insurance and unlimited kilometers.
New Zealand Self Drive Tours offer the following:
Motorhomes provide a self-contained way of traveling with accommodations for bedding, cooking, and bathroom facilities. These vehicles can accommodate parties of two, four, or six traveling companions. When staying overnight in New Zealand, it is important to book Holiday Parks that offer ‘Powered Sites’ to provide electricity to the vehicle’s appliances.
Upgrade your itinerary by taking a private car and English-speaking driver/guide for the entire itinerary. This will offer you not only a luxurious way to enjoy your 5-star holiday but the flexibility to start and finish your day when you choose as well as stop along the driving route for any photo opportunity, comfort stop, or shopping that you might like to do as there is no fixed schedule!
Private Touring offers the following:
Wind through rolling meadows to the volcanic hinterlands of the north, voyage along the Pacific coastline beneath snow-capped mountains and traverse the magnificent Southern Alps.
SOUTH ISLAND: Operating between Christchurch and Greymouth
One of the world’s most spectacular train journeys crosses from coast to coast in New Zealand’s South Island. The Tranz Alpine Scenic Rail Journey delivers spectacular scenery you simply can’t see from the road. Along this journey, you’ll see epic vistas and the striking beauty of the mighty Southern Alps, travel the edges of the ice-fed Waimakariri River, and see miles of unique native beech forests. An outdoor viewing carriage is also provided allowing you to soak in the fresh alpine air.
SOUTH ISLAND: Operating between Picton and Christchurch
Meandering along the Pacific Coast the Coastal Pacific Train travels breathtakingly close to the sea, where the roaring Pacific Ocean meets the rising Kaikoura mountains. The stunning Kaikōura Coastline is famous for its marine life and whale watching. Voyage through vineyards and idyllic countryside. The Coastal Pacific train takes you along rugged coastlines, across remote beaches, and between mountains and sea, on a timeless journey of breathtaking beauty.
NORTH ISLAND: Operating between Auckland and Wellington
Experience the extremes of New Zealand’s scenery, from fertile farmlands to the volcanic peaks and sparkling coast. The Northern Explorer scenic train journey through Tongariro National Park, with its three spectacular volcanic mountains, is a highlight, a place of extremes and surprises, where snow-blanketed fields, ancient lava flows, and dense beech forests can be seen side by side.
Cruising in New Zealand is the perfect way to explore over 15,000 kilometres of coastline and the spectacular landscapes this diverse country has to offer. Overnight Cruise itinerary includes pickup and drop-off points, dining and activity times.
We realize that not everyone wants to be an Independent Traveller! Many of you would like to join a group tour with absolutely everything taken care of so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy your holiday!
We also design and operate our tours for small groups with a maximum of 12 people, we benefit from the small group experience. If you prefer traveling in small groups, you’re a single traveler, or perhaps a couple, and like the idea of scheduled departures and low minimum numbers, you are sure to find something that fits the bill.
Join us on our adventure tours in New Zealand and experience the best of the best. The South Island offers breathtaking scenery, including the dramatic Tasman Sea, stunning national parks, the towering Southern Alps, and the most active glaciers on the planet. Meanwhile, the North Island welcomes you with heavenly white-sand beaches, dense forests, geysers, and hot springs. Don’t just take our word for it – come and explore this unique country for yourself!
Are you planning a trip to New Zealand or Australia with a group of 10 or more people? We specialize in creating personalized itineraries to make your trip unforgettable. Contact us today and let us know your group’s interests and preferences, and we will create a unique tour tailored to your needs at a competitive price. GROUP TOUR ENQUIRY FORM >>
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Compare our New Zealand touring styles and choose a tour category that suits you and your travel needs.
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| Inclusion / Tour Type | Independent Coach Tours | Self Drive Tours | Escorted Coach Tours | Small Group Tours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crew | Tour Driver | – | Tour Guide & Driver | Tour Guide & Driver |
| Tour Departures | Daily | Daily | Fixed | Fixed |
| Transport | Luxury Bus | Car Rental | Luxury Bus | Minibus |
| Accommodation | Standard / Superior / First Class | Standard / Superior / First Class | Superior | Superior |
| Pre / Post Accommodation | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Included Meals | Breakfast | Breakfast | Half Board / All Inclusive | Half Board / All Inclusive |
| Sightseeing | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Optional Activities | Available | Available | Fixed | Fixed |
| Airport Transfers | Included | N/A | Included | Included |
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