21 Day Grand Tour Discover Real New Zealand
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Overview
Highlights
- All inclusive tour package prepared by New Zealand based specialists so you sit back and relax
- An exciting itinerary will be customised to suit you - let us help plan and perfect your dream vacation
- We offer self-drive trips (rental car) we arrange all your accomodations, activities, attractions (you select) we book your car (fun, freedom, independence, flexibility) you set the pace each day or, select a private driver trip (fully guided) or, escorted coach tours (daily commentary).
- Either way, you will have an awesome time on our wonderful 21 day Grand New Zealand Tour with Real New Zealand Tours.
What's this trip about?
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Travel Themes
Destinations
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Trip includes
- Suitable preferred accommodations
- Personal airport meet & greet service on arrival
- Private transfer to your first night accommodation
- Access Geoffs’ personal mobile - phone 021-177-9526
- 24/7 Freephone helpline support in New Zealand
- Expert professional planning and tour management services
- Maps, guidebooks, brochures and dining guidebook - everything you need
- G.S.T. (Inland Revenue Department Government Goods and Services Tax 15%)
Itinerary
Personal airport meet and greet, and private transfer to your accommodation.
On arrival, you will be met by one of our team and driven to your Auckland accommodation. We will discuss your itinerary and Benefits of our new App Environment: This is the BIG one! -...
Driving distance and time for this leg is 226 km / 140 miles: 2.9 hours
The journey from Auckland to the Bay of Islands takes around 3.5 hours but give yourself a little leeway for stops and sightseeing. As you go through Puhoi, take in the bohemian atmosphere ...
Today experience the beauty of the North from both air and land. Take a spectacular scenic flight to Cape Reinga over Whangaroa Harbour and the Rangaunu Harbour as well as Coopers Beach, Doubtless Bay and Ninety Mile Beach. Land at the local airfield just 20 km from t...
Driving distance and time for this leg is 343 km / 213 miles: 4.4 hours
Today we will leave the Bay of Islands for a scenic return trip to Auckland. Head west, leaving the Pacific Ocean for the wilder seas of the Tasman and Hokianga. Go through the small townsh...
Driving distance and time for this leg is 220 km / 136 miles: 2.6 hours
The drive south from Auckland takes you past the Bombay Hills and into the rolling farmland and rich dairy pastures of the Waikato. The Bombay Hills mark the outer boundary of greater Auckl...
Peppered with natural hot springs, boiling mud pools and steaming geysers, Rotorua sits within one of the worlds most active volcanic regions. But geothermal landmarks aside, this city of sulphur has a rich indigenous history. Home to several prominent Maori tribes, R...
INCLUDED - Te Puia - Steambox Interactive Maori Experience and Lunch and Cultural Performance Begin this unique cultural experience by viewing a traditional performance in the Marae, a Maori meeting house. Listen to beautiful harmonies, see the seductive poi dance and...
Driving distance and time for this leg is 452 km / 280 miles: 5.6 hours
The drive from Rotorua to Wellington takes you via the township of Taupo and New Zealand's largest lake, Lake Taupo. Just north of the town is the Huka Falls. An easy walking track from the...
Driving distance and time for this leg is 143 km / 89 miles: 1.8 hours
Your ferry includes access to the exclusive lounge (18+) serving complimentary cooked breakfast, beverages and free internet access.
The 92 km journey between Wellington and Picton ta...
Driving distance and time for this leg is 178 km / 111 miles: 2.5 hours
New Zealand's only marine based whale watching company, Whale Watch Kaikoura offer visitors a once-in-a-lifetime up-close encounter with the giant Sperm Whale. You are also likely to encoun...
Driving distance and time for this leg is 153 km / 95 miles: 2.4 hours
Akaroa and the Banks Peninsula offers a great contrast to the South Island's largest city. An easy 1 1/2 hours drive from the city centre are rolling green hills, streams, golden sand beache...
Driving distance and time for this leg is 346 km / 215 miles: 4.2 hours
Crossing the vast Canterbury Plains you’ll head South on State Highway one traversing many braided rivers that start their life as glacial meltwater high in the Southern Alps. Go over New Z...
Known as the Edinburgh of the South, Dunedin City has a heavy Scottish influence. Surrounded by rugged coastal plains and windswept beaches it’s home to an eclectic mix of historical and modern architecture as well as industrial technology. Renowned for its Flemish Ba...
Driving distance and time for this leg is 270 km / 168 miles: 3.3 hours
This drive takes you through the heart of the historical Otago Goldfields. The townships of Lawrence, Roxburgh and Alexandra once - booming mining towns in the late 1800's gold rush - now s...
You will be collected from the reception of your accommodation at 11:00 for your wine tour.
Go off-the-beaten-track with this unique Central Otago wine tour. Taste wines at four of the best vineyards in the Gibbston, Bannockburn and Cromwell regions. The wineri...
Enjoy uninterrupted viewing of this inspiring region from above as you fly from Queenstown, over the Southern Alps, to magnificent Milford Sound. Home to some of the most dramatic scenery in the world, these striking views can only truly be appreciated from above. Upo...
Experience sunrise over the lakes and mountains from the serenity of a hot air balloon. You'll float gently with the breeze, enjoying incredible panoramic views and your flight is followed by a champagne style breakfast at your landing spot. Flights are at dawn when t...
Driving distance and time for this leg is 350 km / 217 miles: 4.6 hours
From Queenstown you'll cross the Crown Range - the highest sealed road in New Zealand - to arrive in the Alpine town of Wanaka, gateway to Mt Aspiring National Park. Skirting the shores of ...
Franz Josef is a small but lively town in the heart of the West Coast, known for its 12 km long glacier. Surrounded by lush rainforest-clad mountains the township has a vibrant and bustling atmosphere. To see the ice up close ice walk along the valley floor to the ter...
Driving distance and time for this leg is 170 km / 106 miles: 2.1 hours
Today you’ll head north through the historic gold mining region of Hokitika. Known for its Greenstone (Pounamu) this seaside town has a rich history dating back to the 1860’s. Head to the c...
You will be collected from your accommodation and a private transfer will deliver you to Christchurch airport in time for your departing flight.
INCLUDED - Private transfer to Christchurch airport
Want a tailor-made trip instead?
Your trip, your way, planned by an expert:
- You choose budget, destinations, activities, transport & lodging type
- Expert designs the itinerary for you, and once approved, takes care of logistics
Dates & Availability
Check Current Availability, prices, specials with Real New Zealand Tours.
The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.
Real New Zealand Tours Reviews & Ratings
Self-designed 21 day trip to NZ
Geoff helped my wife and I to put together an itinerary that customized to our particular interests and preferences. At the outset he asked us where we'd like to go ...
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Self-designed 21 day trip to NZ
Geoff helped my wife and I to put together an itinerary that customized to our particular interests and preferences. At the outset he asked us where we'd like to go ...
Real New Zealand Tours provided a great service!
Real New Zealand Tours provided a great service! They made themselves available at every turn while we on the road and checked in regularly to make sure everything w...
Thank you so much for your assistance and support during our trip to your fabulous country.
Geoff, Libby and team, Thank you so much for your assistance and support during our trip to your fabulous country. Everything was perfect. The hotel in Wellington,...
Tour Operator
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We include a personal airport meet and greet service on arrival into New Zealand - also a private transfer to your first night accommodation.
Please note: We also include 24 hour 7 days per week FREEPHONE helpline support while you are in New Zealand - and Geoff's (Director, owner, founder) personal mobile number - 021 177 9526 (+64 21 177 9526).
Our promise to you is that every day will be an exciting new journey. We do not make promises we cannot keep! - you will not be disappointed.
Wake up in paradise, meet friendly locals, and enjoy majestic landscapes. All you need to do is sit back, relax and enjoy your dream vacation.
Immerse yourself into our unique culture, heritage, nature and wildlife. Whatever the occasion, Real New Zealand Tours will make it happen for you!
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Logistics
What's excluded
- Lunches, dinners, drinks, laundry, personal expenses
Accommodation
Transportation & Flights
Transportation & flights
You may cancel your tour for any reason at any time, however please do so in writing as soon as possible. Please bear in mind our cancellation costs. Accommodation and other third party providers may have cancellation policies that impart fees for cancellations at anytime. Particularly in peak time the need to fill rooms is paramount to individuals businesses and in many cases their livelihood. With this in mind please be aware that cancelling your tour or making major changes you may incur additional fees.
Real New Zealand Tours Limited cancellations are subject to the following penalties of the full trip price -
All and any deposit is 100% non-refundable
- Cancelling 90-70 days prior to date of arrival - 50% penalty
- Cancelling 61-69 days prior to date of arrival - 75% penalty
- Cancelling 60 days or less prior to date of arrival - 100% penalty
Please note: The above is totally separate to your non-refundable deposit.
While we understand that cancellations may at times be unavoidable we highly recommend you purchase comprhensive Travel Insurance to cover the unforeseen, we can help you with Insurance quotes.
Additional cancellation fees may be incurred for, but not necessarily limited to, reservations for other activities and accommodation. Real New Zealand Tours Limited reserves the right to reclaim these costs from you.
If you do not pay the full balance of the cost of your trip 90 days prior to your arrival date Real New Zealand Tours reserves the right to cancel your booking. When any refund is payable there will be an administrative fee of NZ$75.00 per person per booking.
Additional Terms and Conditions may be found at this link: https://www.realnewzealandtours.com/Terms-and-Condition/
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