New Zealand Tours

Discover this fascinating country on a New Zealand tour

See this dramatic and diverse country on a New Zealand tour with Kuoni – an escorted coach tour with a knowledgeable tour guide or following an independent itinerary, action-packed or relaxed, a couple of nights or a few weeks, you are sure to find a touring holiday to suit you.

At Kuoni, we offer three types of touring in New Zealand:
•   Our Escorted Tours are operated by our partner AAT Kings, using a fleet of modern coaches and fantastic drivers and guides to fully engage you with this captivating land.
•   Our Escorted Small Group Tours are operated by our partner The Great New Zealand Travel Company, with a maximum of 20 passengers on modern midi-coaches accompanied by a professional tour guide.
•   Our Independent Tours offer the perfect hassle free way to independently explore multiple destinations within New Zealand.

See our complete range of
New Zealand tours.

New Zealand Tour highlights
•   Spend 17 nights experiencing the highlights of both the North and South Islands on our escorted
New Zealand Adventure.
•   Enjoy a busy independent itinerary from Christchurch with activities including a cruise, scenic flight, glacier walk and wilderness safari with
Southern Delights.
•   Focus on New Zealand’s spectacular scenery on an extraordinary small group tour with the
Pacific Escapade.

New Zealand Tailor Made Holidays

We can create a holiday that fits your exact requirements by tailor making it just for you. If you want to visit Auckland, take a Bay of Islands cruise, then explore the South Island on an escorted tour, Kuoni can do it for you. You can also add other destinations to your holiday to create a multi-centre holiday.

To tailor make your own Kuoni New Zealand holiday simply:
•   Browse our online portfolio, or request a copy of our
Australia, New Zealand & South Pacific brochure.
•   Call
01306 747002 and speak to our Sales team.
•  
Request a quote online.

New Zealand Facts
Find out more about the history and culture of this wonderful country by visiting our information and facts page.

Capital city

Wellington

Population

Approx. 4.3 million people

Time difference / local time

GMT +12 hours (GMT +13 hours from the last week in March to the first week in October)

Language

English. Maori is also spoken but is not widely used.

Currency

New Zealand Dollar (NZ$) comprising of 100 cents.

Passports and Visas

Visas are not required for UK passport holders.

Flying time to destination

Auckland: 23 hours, Christchurch: 24½ hours.

AirportTaxes

Departure tax is payable when leaving New Zealand (approx NZ$25) except when flying out of Auckland airport.

Electricity

230 volt AC. Three round pin plugs are used, therefore an adapter is required.

Health Care

No compulsory vaccinations but tetanus is recommended. For more detailed information we recommend you contact your GP or a specialist vaccination centre.

History

The history of New Zealand dates back to approx. 1250 AD. It was discovered by Polynesians, who settled and developed a distinct Maori culture centred on kinship links and land. New Zealand is often referred to as the 'youngest country', as it was one of the last major landmasses to be inhabited, and has a fascinating mix of Maori and European heritage.

Tipping

Tipping is a matter of choice. For excellent service, a discretionary tip of 10% may be given.

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