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We have self-drive road trips, guided coach tours, small group exclusive tours and daily departure independent coach tours across the North and South Island. Our team of NZ based travel experts can quickly create the perfect New Zealand holiday for you. Get in touch with them today to start planning your trip.

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Available from July to September (inclusive) we can add a day or two skiing or snowboarding into your holiday package. Needing lessons? Equipment hire? Want to discover the Remarkables ski field or ski with the family at Cardrona Alpine Resort? Our Wanaka based travel consultants live between the mountains and are here to answer any of your questions.

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Our team of travel experts at Inside Australia Travel are dedicated to helping you plan and customise your dream Australian tour. We consider your personal preferences, budget, and timeline to create a one-of-a-kind itinerary. We can easily combine any Australian itinerary you see with a Discover New Zealand tour. Let us create the perfect holiday for you!

We have plenty of answers to your frequently asked questions. Read our FAQs and blogs for an insight into what you might need when you come to New Zealand, when is the best to travel and for lots of inspiration. Read all our blogs here.

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We have all the answers you need to plan your perfect trip and holiday around New Zealand. Check out all our frequent questions here or get in touch with the team .

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Discover unspoilt natural beauty

Marvel at magnificent landscapes and cascading waterfalls, experience adrenaline-pumping activities, inspiring Māori culture, and world-famous walks. New Zealand can be mellow or action-packed, but it's always incredible.

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Travel with the best as you discover Aotearoa in style with New Zealand's #1 Rated Tours.

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Small Groups

Our trips have a maximum group size of 18, so you are bound to bond with your travel family.

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Luxury Vehicles

Travel in style with our fleet of luxury Mercedes vehicles, complete with USB chargers, WIFI, and comfy seats.

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Local Guides

Explore local spots with our guides who are passionate about showing you their backyard.

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Church of The Good Shepherd

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Milford Sound

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Kayak Milford Sound

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Hike Franz Josef Glacier

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Jetboating Queenstown

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Stargazing at Mt John Observatory

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Southern Voyager

Journey through New Zealand's natural wonderland on a 7-day luxury road trip through the South Island. Explore Queenstown, the adventure capital, hike the Franz Josef glacier, cruise Milford Sound, and discover the spectacular Lake Tekapo.

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Franz Josef Glacier

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Lake Tekapo

Mount John Stargazing

Jetboating in Queenstown

Jetboating in Queenstown

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South Island Escape

Embark on a 7-day luxury tour through the natural wonderland of New Zealand's South Island. Experience Queenstown, the adventure capital, cruise Milford Sound, hike Franz Josef glacier, and discover breathtaking vistas for an unforgettable adventure.

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The Coromandel

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Mitai Maori Village in Rotorua

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The Tongariro Crossing

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Caving in Waitomo

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Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tour

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Waitomo Glowworm Caves

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Surfing at Raglan

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Northern Voyager

Prepare for a road trip like no other to experience the best of New Zealand's North Island. Discover movie magic, explore glowworm caves, experience the rich Maori culture, and traverse the world-famous Tongariro Crossing.

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Mount Maunganui

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Tongariro Crossing

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Hamilton Gardens

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North Island Escape

Prepare for an unforgettable 7-day luxury tour to experience the best of New Zealand's North Island. Discover geothermal wonders, spectacular beaches, glowworm caves, and the rich Maori culture as you immerse yourself in this enchanting region.

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Whale watching in Kaikoura

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Kayak Abel Tasman National Park

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Swim with dolphins in Kaikoura

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Wine tasting in Marlborough

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Hike Abel Tasman National Park

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Wharariki Beach

The Punakaiki Rocks

The Punakaiki Rocks

Southern Loop

New Zealand’s South Island hosts the purest natural landscapes you’ll ever experience. From the turquoise waters in Abel Tasman, pods of dolphins in Kaikoura, and world-famous wineries in Marlborough, discover Aotearoa's best nature.

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The Remarkables Ski Field

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Coronet Peak

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Snowboarding Coronet Peak

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Ski Voyager

Experience some of New Zealand's best ski fields on an epic adventure around the South Island. Strap on your boots and head up two famous mountains in the Southern Alps. Top off your week hiking through the Franz Josef Glacier & discovering spectacular Lake Tekapo.

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Abel Tasman National Park

Whale breaching the water at Kaikoura

Whale watching at Kaikoura

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Marlborough wine tasting

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NZ Adventurer

Discover iconic hotspots and hidden gems on this road trip through both of New Zealand’s islands. Taking in epic coastlines and pristine beaches to create an exciting off-the-beaten-track adventure, for the perfect 14-day New Zealand experience.

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Waitomo glowworm caves

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New Zealand Highlights

Set off on an unforgettable 14-day journey showcasing New Zealand’s spectacular North and South Islands. From stunning beaches to breathtaking mountain vistas, experience the very best of New Zealand's incredible natural scenery and rich culture.

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NZ Explorer

Experience the best of the North and South Islands on this epic 14-day road trip. Uncover magic on the Hobbiton film set, hike through a glacier at Franz Josef, and see glowworms in their full glory at Waitomo.

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Enjoy 2 weeks ticking off your bucket list in New Zealand's South Island. From the spectacular glaciers to the most stunning beaches, this trip has everything you need to experience the best of the south.

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Lake Pukaki

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Mitai Māori Village in Rotorua

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Walk Abel Tasman National Park

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Hike The Tongariro Crossing

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NZ Discovery

This could possibly be the best 3 weeks of your life as you road trip through the land of the long white cloud, hitting all the best spots! From surfing to glowworm caves in the North to mountains, glaciers & vistas in the South, travel New Zealand like never before.

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Here at New Zealand Trails, we’ve perfected small-group travel and proudly operate the very best hiking, walking and adventure tours in New Zealand. We’ve got decades of experience designing and running world-class trips but at the heart of things, we are real New Zealanders (or ‘Kiwis’ as we’d say!) who absolutely love sharing our home with you, our guests. Your trip to New Zealand is a BIG deal and we want to make sure that it is the trip of your lifetime. Here’s how we make the magic happen…

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When we ask our guests to tell us their favourite part of their trip with us they always say it was their tour guide. We’re proud to have assembled – without exception – the very best guides you could wish to travel with. 

It can be common for other companies to hire seasonal foreign guides, here for a summer to discover New Zealand for themselves whilst doing a fun job. In our experience, the best way to experience a new country is with a true local. That’s why all of our guides are New Zealanders.

Our New Zealand guides have a passionate desire to share their country with you and make sure your experience goes well beyond that of a ‘normal’ tour. They are walking encyclopaedias on New Zealand life, culture, geography and history in a way that can only be obtained by being a New Zealander.  

Our guides return year after year and we take a very considered approach to adding new members to our guiding team. Our guide selection program is thorough, our training is the envy of the industry, and our team of professional career guides are true ambassadors for New Zealand. They are well-travelled themselves, mature, capable, wonderful human beings, who will make sure you have the time of your life.

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"I’ve travelled to nearly fifty countries and Cameron is easily in my top 2% of guides. He is patient, resourceful, smart, knowledgeable, caring, interested in his clients and invested in their enjoyment of and immersion in the tour activities. He is wise beyond his years and a great ambassador for NZ Trails. I would jump at the chance to tour with him again. A super guide!" - Pam Payne, New Zealand Great Walks Adventure

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✅ You stay in  remote locations other tours can't access

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Flying Kiwi  adventure tours are the perfect way to enjoy the outdoor beauty and excitement of New Zealand. Every trip combines optional hiking , cycling and adventure activities with accommodation in stunning locations beside lakes, oceans, mountains and rivers. We get you further off the beaten track and explore New Zealand's best national parks and UNESCO World Heritage sites.

If you love the outdoors, love adventure and want to travel "beyond the tourist trail" these tours are for you.  You will make friends and memories that will last a lifetime.

Unbeatable value - our tours include more meals, flexibility, hikes, adventure & time in the best places.

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Tour Length 15 days

Starts From Auckland

Starting your tour in Auckland? This 2 week adventure experience is the perfect way to fill your time. Try NZ's best great walks, experience cultural highlights and mix mountains with beaches as you head to NZ's adventure capital - Queenstown.

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Tour Length 5 days

For those short on time but big on adventure this 5 day tour is ideal. Heading from top to bottom you'll experience kiwi culture, golden beaches, outstanding walks and Lord of the rings landscapes.

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Starts From Christchurch

The south island offers the most diverse landscapes and activities. Explore & enjoy the 4 corners of the south with numerous national parks, towering mountains, golden bays, glowworm caves and the best adrenaline experiences in the country.

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Tour Length 23 days

The Total Aotearoa tour covers almost all of NZ. You'll see stunning beaches, amazing National parks & the best hikes, bike rides and accommodation NZ has to offer.

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I feel really bad as I went on this trip a few years ago however, since the pandemic, I've seen images of NZ and it reminded me of my amazing experience. I really can't praise Flying Kiwi highly enough. Everyone from the staff who helped me with my online booking to everyone throughout the 3 week trip. You really feel like a family, everyone is so nice and welcoming. I have too many highlights to mention. NZ is one of the most breathtaking places I've ever visited. When we are past the Covid-19 pandemic please book a place and go. You won't regret it.

Matthew Gray, Summer Blast South Island Tour, 2018

Tara and Aaron were excellent and worked hard to ensure everyone had a great trip. Nothing was too much for Tara and I appreciated her consistently upbeat attitude while she helped with everyone's needs. A really spectacular trip - thanks Flying Kiwi.

Nina, Grand Traverse - Auckland to Queenstown tour, 2019

Achieved what I wanted to see, highlights of New Zealand and to do some hiking outside.

Navapreet, Ultimate Explorer - NZ's Top Rated Adventure Tour, 2019

One of my best trips filled with lots of activities and beautiful hikes. So happy with the Flying Kiwi staff that provided useful information and made my holiday free of stress, and making sure I got to experience everything New Zealand has to offer without planning anything myself!

Benedicte, Grand Traverse - Auckland to Queenstown tour, 2019

New Zealand is huge and with this trip I saw the best spots

Jan, Ultimate Explorer - NZ's Top Rated Adventure Tour, 2019

Amazing experience and amazing people,it felt like family. I will never forget my awesome experience in New Zealand, wonderful country!

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I think it was the best trip I've ever been on

Mats, Ultimate Explorer - NZ's Top Rated Adventure Tour, 2019

Had the most amazing time it was a great way to see New Zealand. Thank you!

Erin, Wild West South Island Tour, 2019

It was exactly what I was looking for and the driver & guide were amazing.

Bert, Total Aotearoa - 23 day New Zealand Tour, 2019

Traveling on my own this has meant, I have not been overwhelmed by the amount of activities there is to do, having a guide to help navigate has been a well needed part of my trip, both Nick and Chrissie have been amazing. I will definitely be joining you again.

Alison, Northern Light North Island Tour, 2019

I had great 5 days! Sad to leave...

Johanna, Northern Light North Island Tour, 2019

Brooke and Aaron were very patient, enthusiastic and helpful throughout the trip. I would travel with Flying Kiwi again. More than a hop-on hop-off experience. :) fun!!!

Jenna, Northern Light North Island Tour, 2020

Had a brilliant time, enjoyed it immensely, meet great people and of course the first days with only 4 people were such a luxury!

Larissa, Hot Rocks New Zealand North Island Tour, 2020

The friendly environment makes New Zealand landscape better, with a shared experience that is really awesome and has not equal (for what is my experience) in he rest of the world.

Riccardo, Hot Rocks New Zealand North Island Tour, 2018

Flying Kiwi was one of the best travel experiences of my life! I am already planning to book another trip with you guys and will be recommending you to all my friends :)

Anna, Hot Rocks New Zealand North Island Tour, 2019

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