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We plan unhurried, comfortable tours to off beat destinations using paths less travelled.  The itineraries are personally checked and refined and we have over 30 years experience to call on.
All our tours include flights ex New Zealand, however we always offer our tours on a land only basis or with any additional travel
extension that you may require. 

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Inland Canterbury, Mountains Lakes & Valleys - Suitable for the moderately active

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This 8-day tour takes you into seldom visited glacial valleys and landscapes, some hidden gems that are off the beaten track

departure by plane Depart: Wed 10 Feb 2021 return by plane Return: Wed 17 Feb 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Valentines Special - Rail Weekend at Chateau Tongariro

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Our special night is at the Chateau Tongariro, set amongst the tussock of the National Park with an impressive backdrop of the three mountains.

departure by rail Depart: Sat 13 Feb 2021 return by rail Return: Sun 14 Feb 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Tongariro Crossing

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Experience the dramatic alpine and volcanic landscapes of World Heritage Area Tongariro National Park, with a small group and experienced local guide

departure by rail Depart: Thu 18 Feb 2021 return by rail Return: Sun 21 Feb 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Three Night Chateau Tongariro Rail Weekend

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departure by rail Depart: Thu 18 Feb 2021 return by rail Return: Sun 21 Feb 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Otago Rail Trail Cycling Tour

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Step back in time into New Zealand’s rural past and join our cycling adventure on the picturesque Central Otago Rail Trail.

departure by plane Depart: Wed 24 Feb 2021 return by plane Return: Wed 03 Mar 2021 Find out more
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New Zealand's Original Mailboat Around Pelorus Sounds - Plus Blenheim and Nelson

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The Pelorus Mail Boat is one of the last remaining ‘Genuine’ Mail Boats left anywhere in the world and has been delivering mail by water to the residents of the Pelorus Sound since 1918.

departure by plane Depart: Wed 03 Mar 2021 return by plane Return: Mon 08 Mar 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Excursion to Kapiti Island

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Kapiti Island Nature Reserve rings with bird song as you step ashore.

departure by rail Depart: Thu 11 Mar 2021 return by plane Return: Sun 14 Mar 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Hokitika Wildfood Festival - Come and get #ATasteOfTheWild

pointerNew Zealand

A celebration of all things wild from the West Coast, the Hokitika Wildfoods Festival has something for everyone.

departure by plane Depart: Thu 11 Mar 2021 return by plane Return: Mon 15 Mar 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Bay of Islands Weekend - Flying By DC-3 Charter - Ex Tauranga

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We are excited to bring you this opportunity to fly to Keri Keri from Tauranga, on board the meticulously well maintained warbird – a Douglas DC3.

departure by plane Depart: Fri 12 Mar 2021 return by plane Return: Sun 14 Mar 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Luxury Escape Gibbston Valley - With Milford Sound Overnight Cruise

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This week is planned for you to experience some of the best food, wine and accommodation in the Queenstown area.

departure by plane Depart: Mon 15 Mar 2021 return by plane Return: Sun 21 Mar 2021 Find out more Book Now
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20 Tunnel Rail-Cart Journey Along the Forgotten Highway - 3 day adventure

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Adventure at a relaxed pace; explore the hidden valleys of New Zealand’s hinterland by specially-designed self-drive rail carts.

departure by rail Depart: Mon 15 Mar 2021 return by rail Return: Wed 17 Mar 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Mountain Lakes Inland Canterbury and Valleys - Suitable For The Moderately Active

pointerNew Zealand

This 8-day tour takes you into seldom visited glacial valleys and landscapes, some hidden gems that are off the beaten track

departure by plane Depart: Wed 17 Mar 2021 return by plane Return: Wed 24 Mar 2021 Find out more Book Now
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High Country and Farewell Spit

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Limited to 14 persons - This tour allows for further exploration of ‘Off the Beaten Track’ gems of New Zealand.

departure by plane Depart: Tue 23 Mar 2021 return by plane Return: Tue 30 Mar 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Bay of Islands Coach Tour - Plus Cape Reinga

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Our Bay of Islands weekend Escape gives you the best of the Far North with the highlight being the coach to Cape Reinga.

departure by coach Depart: Thu 25 Mar 2021 return by coach Return: Sun 28 Mar 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Omaka Air Show - 20th Anniversary - Including a one way flight on the DC-3

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Get straight into the spirit of this aviation extravaganza by flying into Wanaka on Air Chathams’ own DC3 aircraft for New Zealand’s premium biennial aviation spectacle.

departure by plane Depart: Thu 01 Apr 2021 return by plane Return: Mon 05 Apr 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Northland Autumn Garden Escapade

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This five day jaunt visits premier gardens of the area where all have a special twist to hold your interest.

departure by coach Depart: Sun 11 Apr 2021 return by coach Return: Fri 16 Apr 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Autumn In the Central South Island

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We invite you to experience an area that has captured the imagination of many New Zealanders.

departure by plane Depart: Thu 29 Apr 2021 return by plane Return: Thu 06 May 2021 Find out more Book Now
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South Island Autumn Grand Tour - Featuring Franz Josef, Milford Sound, The Catlins & Mount Cook

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The Scenic South Island. Autumn provides a stunning panorama of magnificent southern mountain scenery, meandering rivers and coastal plains

departure by rail Depart: Sat 08 May 2021 return by plane Return: Fri 21 May 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Luxury Central South Island Tour

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This tour is for those who like some of the finer things in life, boutique accommodation, good food, the occasional long lunch, surprises and good company.

departure by plane Depart: Sat 15 May 2021 return by plane Return: Sun 23 May 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Bluff Oyster and Food Festival

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Experience the salty seaside township of Bluff with its unique flavor.

departure by plane Depart: Fri 21 May 2021 return by plane Return: Mon 24 May 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Cruise Fiordland - A venture into nature

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Fiordland, a special wilderness corner of New Zealand offers nature at its best.

departure by plane Depart: Fri 18 Jun 2021 return by plane Return: Sat 26 Jun 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Southern Alps Tour - in its Winter Glory

pointerNew Zealand

Traversing the Alps bedecked in its winter cloak does have its own magic. This trip offers the opportunity to experience it twofold.

departure by plane Depart: Mon 28 Jun 2021 return by plane Return: Sat 03 Jul 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Stewart Island Discovery Expedition Cruise

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Its densely forested hills, untouched coastline and golden sand beaches make Stewart Island a haven for native marine and bird life.

departure by plane Depart: Thu 08 Jul 2021 return by plane Return: Thu 15 Jul 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Mount Cook - Mid- Winter Christmas

pointerNew Zealand

What better location to enjoy a mid-winter celebration than in the alpine surroundings of Mount Cook.

departure by plane Depart: Tue 20 Jul 2021 return by plane Return: Sun 25 Jul 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Cruising Fiordland - a Venture into Nature

pointerNew Zealand

Our previous groups commented on becoming totally absorbed in the remoteness and beauty of Fiordland on their six-night adventure on board ‘Milford Wanderer.’

departure by plane Depart: Sat 31 Jul 2021 return by plane Return: Sun 08 Aug 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Cruise Stewart Island - Onboard a luxury catamaran

pointerNew Zealand

Its densely forested hills, untouched coastline and golden sand beaches make Stewart Island a haven for native marine and bird life.

departure by plane Depart: Fri 29 Oct 2021 return by plane Return: Sat 06 Nov 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Fiordland Cruise - a Venture into Nature

pointerNew Zealand

Become totally absorbed in the remoteness and beauty of Fiordland on a six-night adventure on board the luxurious ‘Fiordland Jewel.’

departure by plane Depart: Mon 08 Nov 2021 return by plane Return: Tue 16 Nov 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Lord Howe Island - Another in our series of unusual Pacific destinations

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Lord Howe Island - a truly unspoilt jewel of the Pacific with a fascinating ecological ethos is a World Heritage Island with 168 bird species

departure by plane Depart: Mon 15 Nov 2021 return by plane Return: Mon 22 Nov 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Stewart Island - and the Catlins

pointerNew Zealand

By popular request we return to the far south. Explore the remote and rugged coastline of the Catlins and the spectacular scenery of Stewart Island on our small group escorted tour.

departure by plane Depart: Thu 21 Jan 2021 return by plane Return: Wed 27 Jan 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Wellington Escape

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What is there to not like about an escape to Wellington? We have a five day escorted tour for you with loads of variety and free time to follow your own interests

departure by plane Depart: Thu 04 Feb 2021 return by plane Return: Mon 08 Feb 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Escorted Otago Rail Trail Cycling Tour

pointerNew Zealand

Step back in time into New Zealand’s rural past and join our cycling adventure on the picturesque Central Otago Rail Trail.

departure by plane Depart: Wed 17 Feb 2021 return by plane Return: Wed 24 Feb 2021 Find out more Book Now
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The West Coast & North Canterbury

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A tour of diversity in a region not offered on any regular itinerary.

departure by plane Depart: Wed 17 Feb 2021 return by plane Return: Tue 23 Feb 2021 Find out more Book Now
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20 Tunnel Rail-Cart Journey - Along the Forgotten World Highway

pointerNew Zealand

Adventure at a relaxed pace; explore the hidden valleys of New Zealand’s hinterland by specially-designed self-drive rail carts. Glide along decommissioned heritage railway lines

departure by rail Depart: Thu 18 Feb 2021 return by rail Return: Sun 21 Feb 2021 Find out more Book Now
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North Canterbury & The West Coast - By Rail and Coach

pointerNew Zealand

A tour of diversity in a region not offered on any regular itinerary.

departure by plane Depart: Wed 24 Feb 2021 return by plane Return: Tue 02 Mar 2021 Find out more Book Now
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The Great Forgotten Taranaki Rail Tour

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Taranaki is one of our popular New Zealand tour destinations and our ninth venture to the region gives you the opportunity to enjoy this new experience.

departure by rail Depart: Thu 25 Feb 2021 return by rail Return: Wed 03 Mar 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Summer in the South Island Grand Rail Tour - Featuring Franz Josef, Milford Sound, The Catlins and Stewart Island

pointerNew Zealand

The Scenic South Island. Summer time provides a stunning panorama of magnificent southern mountain scenery, meandering rivers and coastal plains.

departure by rail Depart: Mon 01 Mar 2021 return by plane Return: Sun 14 Mar 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Rail - Cart 20 Tunnel Journey - Along the Forgotten Highway

pointerNew Zealand

Adventure at a relaxed pace; explore the hidden valleys of New Zealand’s hinterland by specially-designed self-drive rail carts.

departure by rail Depart: Thu 04 Mar 2021 return by rail Return: Sun 07 Mar 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Stewart Island - and the Catlins

pointerNew Zealand

Explore the remote and rugged coastline of the Catlins and the spectacular scenery of Stewart Island on our small group escorted tour.

departure by plane Depart: Thu 11 Mar 2021 return by plane Return: Wed 17 Mar 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Rail Tour - Top of the South

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Our New Zealand Rail Tours give you an armchair ride through some of the world’s most stunning scenery – Aotearoa

departure by rail Depart: Mon 15 Mar 2021 return by plane Return: Mon 22 Mar 2021 Find out more Book Now
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Stewart Island Cruise - Onboard a luxury catamaran

pointerNew Zealand

Its densely forested hills, untouched coastline and golden sand beaches make Stewart Island a haven for native marine and bird life.

departure by plane Depart: Thu 18 Mar 2021 return by plane Return: Fri 26 Mar 2021 Find out more Book Now
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East Cape - in the Autumn

pointerNew Zealand

One Room Left! Don't Delay

departure by coach Depart: Wed 24 Mar 2021 return by coach Return: Wed 31 Mar 2021 Find out more Book Now
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South Island Autumn Grand Rail Tour - Featuring Franz Josef, Milford Sound, The Catlins and Stewart Island

pointerNew Zealand

The Scenic South Island. Summer time provides a stunning panorama of magnificent southern mountain scenery, meandering rivers and coastal plains

departure by rail Depart: Mon 05 Apr 2021 return by plane Return: Sun 18 Apr 2021 Find out more Book Now
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The Catlins & Stewart Island

pointerNew Zealand

By popular request we return to the far south. Explore the remote and rugged coastline of the Catlins and the spectacular scenery of Stewart Island on our small group escorted tour.

departure by plane Depart: Tue 06 Apr 2021 return by plane Return: Mon 12 Apr 2021 Find out more Book Now
  • Sold Out

Autumn South Island Rail Tour - Featuring Franz Josef, Milford Sound, The Catlins and Stewart Island

pointerNew Zealand

The Scenic South Island. Summer time provides a stunning panorama of magnificent southern mountain scenery, meandering rivers and coastal plains

departure by rail Depart: Mon 12 Apr 2021 return by plane Return: Sun 18 Apr 2021 Find out more Book Now
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