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50-Plus Travel New Zealand Tours & Trips

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The Southern Drift (Small Groups)
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4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Why we love them
They understand that true luxury lies not only in lavish hotels and gourmet dining but also in the immersive experiences that leave a lasting memory.
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Christchurch: Experience the striking natural landscape of the South Island as you travel on the TranzAlpine. Famous as one of the world’s great train journeys, you can enjoy the remarkable scenery from the ice-fed Waimakariri River to the magnificent Canterbury Plains.
  • Hokitika: Visit the coastal town of Hokitika, where you’ll find stunning scenery and a cool, arty vibe. Hear about its rich history, from the discovery of New Zealand jade through the many tales from the gold rush in the 1860s.
  • Franz Josef: Experience the mighty natural wonder of the Franz Josef Glacier and what the ice age must have felt like. The sheer enormity of these giant ice puzzles will leave you spellbound as you explore the area with your Local Expert.
  • Makarora: Visit Makarora, a great base point to explore the beauty of the Southern Alps. Your Travel Concierge will take you on an orientation of the town where you can admire remarkable scenery and hear more about its history.
  • Haast River: Enjoy the unique blend of thrilling speed and calm comfort on a Haast River jet boat safari. Zip past untouched forests and snow-capped mountains in your fully enclosed cabin while you hear beguiling tales of the wilderness communities of the valley.
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Cultural

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"Very well thought out itinerary, and we covered an amazing amount of area and saw many places that an individual on their own could never have done."

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Contrasts of Australia and New Zealand
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By Trafalgar
preferred
4.6/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Why we love them
Their travelers enjoy 24/7 travel expertise and dedicated service throughout the trips - everything is taken care of.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Hurunui: Step onto a working hill-country sheep farm. Experience what it is like to farm Merino sheep & Angus cattle in this beautiful part of the country. See the animals graze pastures in the open air and learn about where the best natural products come from.
  • Rotorua: Immerse yourself in Maori traditions at a fun and entertaining evening, including a cultural performance and three-course seasonal meal meal at Te Pa Tu Maori Experience.
  • Cairns: Join us to plant some trees which will help in the restoration of rainforest in Far North Queensland.
  • Rotorua: Visit the National Kiwi Hatchery Aotearoa and learn about the work being done to save New Zealand's national bird.
  • Explore National Kiwi Hatchery in Rotorua, and Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve in Lake Tekapo with a Local Specialist
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Cultural, Education / Learning, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"1. for me, one of the major 'features' of this (and other trafalgar) tour packages is the strength of the company that stands behind its customers. I had n o fear that if something had gone awry that the company would have been there for me. Things go wrong - but knowing that a ;big name' company would have our backs was very important to me. Especially so, with the Morocco part of the trip. 2. local experts that helped guide us on various tour stops was very nice. Richard, our tour guide, is very knowledgeable and I thoroughly enjoyed his insights. but it was nice to have the occasional 'different perspective', and a different 'voice' for some of the stops."

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Bucket List New Zealand (None)
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By Costsaver
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4.4/5 Great
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Why we love them
Their value for money is incredible for the exceptional experiences they offer.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Get your $ worth with Cost Saver. Itinerary enabled us to see so much of the large cities and history along with the little very old towns and inns"

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The Long White Cloud (Small Groups)
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4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Why we love them
They understand that true luxury lies not only in lavish hotels and gourmet dining but also in the immersive experiences that leave a lasting memory.
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Very well thought out itinerary, and we covered an amazing amount of area and saw many places that an individual on their own could never have done."

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Bucket List New Zealand and Australia (None)
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By Costsaver
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4.4/5 Great
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Why we love them
Their value for money is incredible for the exceptional experiences they offer.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Get your $ worth with Cost Saver. Itinerary enabled us to see so much of the large cities and history along with the little very old towns and inns"

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Southern Spectacular
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
AAT Kings is renowned for its quality service, knowledgeable guides, and extensive network of destinations.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"We had an absolutely wonderful trip. It was a combination of places and experiences we would never have found ourselves, nor would we have travelled there ourselves. Considering where we were the accommodation and provided meals were excellent. Also, the recommendations we were given as to where and when to go when we had free nights were also very good. Apart from our travel director and driver we had access to other people who passed on their knowledge and experience of living in these places and an insight into the local cultures. Which was wonderful. I'd like to add that all fellow travelers seem to keep an eye out for each other as has always been my experience when travelling this way. Nothing short of an unforgettable experience, thank you to everyone."

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Southern Wonders
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4/5 Great
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
AAT Kings is renowned for its quality service, knowledgeable guides, and extensive network of destinations.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"We had an absolutely wonderful trip. It was a combination of places and experiences we would never have found ourselves, nor would we have travelled there ourselves. Considering where we were the accommodation and provided meals were excellent. Also, the recommendations we were given as to where and when to go when we had free nights were also very good. Apart from our travel director and driver we had access to other people who passed on their knowledge and experience of living in these places and an insight into the local cultures. Which was wonderful. I'd like to add that all fellow travelers seem to keep an eye out for each other as has always been my experience when travelling this way. Nothing short of an unforgettable experience, thank you to everyone."

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Highlights of Australia and New Zealand
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
AAT Kings is renowned for its quality service, knowledgeable guides, and extensive network of destinations.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"We had an absolutely wonderful trip. It was a combination of places and experiences we would never have found ourselves, nor would we have travelled there ourselves. Considering where we were the accommodation and provided meals were excellent. Also, the recommendations we were given as to where and when to go when we had free nights were also very good. Apart from our travel director and driver we had access to other people who passed on their knowledge and experience of living in these places and an insight into the local cultures. Which was wonderful. I'd like to add that all fellow travelers seem to keep an eye out for each other as has always been my experience when travelling this way. Nothing short of an unforgettable experience, thank you to everyone."

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  • Some river cruise lines, cycling tour operators and other travel providers market almost exclusively to ages 50 and up, while others also cater to younger clientele, including families; it’s your choice.
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  • If authenticity is important when you travel, look for guided trips that offer visits to local residents’ homes, schools, or work locations.
  • If you want to assist the local people in destinations you are traveling to, look for tour operators who “give back” to the communities you visit, such as making donations to local schools.
  • The size of a guided tour group can make a huge difference in your enjoyment of a trip; generally speaking, the smaller the group, the better the experience.
  • Be sure to notify the trip organizers and leaders if you have special dietary or medicinal requirements, physical impairments that may affect your ability to participate in all group activities, or other needs -- most will try to accommodate you if possible.
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  • If you have grown children and/or grandchildren, consider asking them to join you on a multi-generational trip; some travel providers offer special itineraries geared toward several different age groups.

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