Discover our collection of handcrafted itineraries designed to showcase the very best of New Zealand. Use them as inspiration or customize them to create a journey that's uniquely yours. Whether you prefer to self-drive, travel with a private guide or experience New Zealand by rail, we'll tailor every detail to suit your travel style.
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signature journeys
Walk. Restore. Explore.
10 Days, South Island
Discover the perfect balance of adventure, luxury and wellness on this unforgettable 10-day New Zealand journey. Hike the spectacular Abel Tasman Coast Track, unwind at the award-winning Maruia River Retreat, kayak with seals in Kaikōura, enjoy gourmet local cuisine, and finish in the vibrant Garden City of Christchurch.
From:
$5,199 pp
Luxury Lodges. Legendary Landscapes.
14 Days, North & South Islands
Experience New Zealand at its finest on this luxurious 14-day journey through spectacular landscapes and iconic luxury lodges. From Milford Sound by helicopter to Central Otago wineries, remote alpine retreats, Huka Lodge, and Waiheke Island, every day combines exceptional hospitality, gourmet dining, unforgettable experiences, and breathtaking scenery.
From:
$27,000 pp
Hike, Bike, Kayak.
13 Days, North & South Islands
Discover New Zealand by bike, kayak and on foot. Float amongst a constellation of glow-worms, Cycle through ancient forest and a volcanic landscape, soak in natural hot pools, cruise on Milford Sound, hike the famous Routeburn & Milford Tracks and enjoy the stunning scenery of Lake Wanaka and Queenstown.
From:
$4,599 pp
Golf & Wine NZ
14 Days, North & South Islands
World Class Golf at Kauri Cliffs and Cape Kidnappers, tour the Hawkes Bay and Marlborough wine regions; experience Queenstown and fly over Milford Sound and cruise the fjord, relax on a sandy beach in the Bay of Islands and enjoy New Zealand’s best cuisine and luxury resort and boutique accommodations along the way!
From:
$16,299 pp
Coast. Mountains. Vineyards.
14 Days, North & South Islands
Experience New Zealand on a journey blending spectacular scenery, outdoor adventure, food and wine. Fly to Milford Sound, explore Aoraki/Mount Cook & Kaikōura’s marine life, cruise Abel Tasman’s golden coastline, and finish among Waiheke Island’s vineyards, with opportunities to personalize experiences along the way.
From:
$9,399 pp
Walk New Zealand
16 Days, North & South Islands
Experience nature as it was meant to be. This active walking trip includes four of New Zealand’s best one day & one multi day guided walks! Perfect for those who want to experience New Zealand’s stunning and contrasting scenery, enjoy walking, nature and the outdoors, great accommodations with great food and wine at the end of the day.
From:
$6,299 pp
Naturally
New Zealand
14 Days, North & South Islands
Sail the Bay of Islands, see glaciers and fly to Milford Sound, spend time with a Master Carver of ‘Pounamu’ (Jade), experience sheep shearing, nature walks, the stars of the Southern Sky. With several three night stays along the way this itinerary takes in iconic New Zealand landscapes at a relaxing pace.
From:
$6,599 pp
Cultural & Natural NZ
14 Days, North & South Islands
This itinerary only requires self-driving for half the trip! From the Bay of Islands and Cape Reinga - New Zealand’s northern most point on the North Island to the highest mountain, stunning fiords and glaciers on the South Island, this self drive itinerary showcases New Zealand’s contrasting and stunning scenery and packed with opportunities to learn about our history and culture.
From:
$5,199 pp
Wild & Bird
Life Encounters
16 Days, North & South Islands
This itinerary is perfect for bird and wildlife enthusiasts who also want to see New Zealand's natural spectacles. See unique birdlife that existed long before humans arrived, enjoy wildlife encounters from dolphins, NZ fur seals and penguins, maybe spot a Kiwi and Tuatara, fly above glaciers, waterfalls and fiords to Milford Sound and spend time with conservation minded guides.
From:
$5,799 pp
PRIVATE DRIVER/GUIDE
Minimum 5 Days
Sit back and let someone else do the driving for all, or part of your trip. This is a premium offering priced accordingly.
From:
$1,000 per day
SECLUDED LUXURY LODGES
Minimum 2 night stay
From the Mountains to the Sea... Rivers to the Lakes... Outstanding Landscapes - Exceptional Hospitality. Historic or contemporary, warm and welcoming, destinations for gourmands and adventurers, romantics and families. Experience absolute waterfront or ocean edge, remote alpine estates, enconsed in gardens and native forests.
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escorted tours
New Zealand Uncut
15 Days North & South Islands
Small Group Hiking Tour
New Zealand
Train Journey
17 Days North & South Islands
Small Group Guided Tour | Max 20 People
Rimu
17 Days North & South Islands
Small Group Guided Tour | Max 16 People
From $7,245 pp
From $9,150 pp
From $9,675 pp
Kowhai
20 Days North & South Islands
Small Group Guided Tour | Max 16 People
From $10,695 pp
Why Clients Choose Active Downunder
✔ 24+ years experience
✔ New Zealand-born owner
✔ Personally researched accommodations
✔ Local support while travelling
✔ Customized itineraries
