NEW ZEALAND

Custom New Zealand Vacations & Itineraries

Explore New Zealand with a journey designed around your interests, travel style and pace. From coastal walks and wildlife encounters to exceptional lodges, food and wine, Active Downunder brings together firsthand knowledge and trusted local connections to create your personalized vacation. Browse our itineraries for inspiration, or let Jane design a journey especially for you.

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Your New Zealand Journey, Planned by a Kiwi

Hi, I’m Jane, founder of Active Downunder. Born and raised in New Zealand, I’ve been designing personalized vacations since 2002. I return regularly to explore, visit accommodations and experience the places I recommend.

I’ll help you choose a route that makes sense, find experiences that suit you, and bring the details together—with trusted local partners to assist while you travel.

New Zealand-born specialist · Designing journeys since 2002 · Trusted in-country partners

signature journeys

Independent traveler itineraries

Walk. Restore. Explore.

10 Days, South Island

Coastal walking, wellness & local flavors

Walk the beautiful Abel Tasman coastline, unwind at Maruia River Retreat and kayak with seals in Kaikōura. A rewarding blend of outdoor adventure, restorative downtime and memorable food experiences.

From:

$5,199 pp

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Luxury Lodges Legendary Landscapes.

14 Days, North & South Islands

Exceptional lodges & iconic landscapes

Experience New Zealand’s remarkable landscapes from exceptional luxury lodges. Discover Milford Sound by helicopter, savor Central Otago wines and unwind at alpine retreats, Huka Lodge and Waiheke Island—with outstanding hospitality and memorable dining along the way.

From:

$27,000 pp

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Hike, Bike, Kayak.

13 Days, North & South Islands

An active journey

Explore New Zealand on foot, by bike and by kayak, with glowworm caves, forest trails and spectacular mountain scenery along the way. Balance active days with comfortable stays and time to unwind.

From:

$4,599 pp

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Cape Kidnappers, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand

Golf & Wine NZ

14 Days, North & South Islands

Exceptional golf & coastal escapes

Play Kauri Cliffs and Cape Kidnappers, explore Hawke’s Bay and Marlborough’s wine regions, and discover Queenstown and Milford Sound. Unwind in the Bay of Islands, with fine food and luxury stays along the way.

From:

$16,299 pp

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Coast. Mountains. Vineyards.

14 Days, North & South Islands

Scenery, wildlife, food & wine

Discover Milford Sound, Aoraki/Mount Cook, Kaikōura’s marine life and Abel Tasman’s golden coastline. Finish among Waiheke Island’s vineyards on a journey combining iconic landscapes with distinctive local experiences.

From:

$9,399 pp

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Walk New Zealand

16 Days, North & South Islands

Our favorite walks

Explore New Zealand through four outstanding guided day walks and a guided multi-day walk. Discover contrasting landscapes and rewarding trails, with welcoming accommodations, delicious food and wine to enjoy at the end of the day.

From:

$6,299 pp

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MAKE YOUR OWN JOURNEY

PRIVATE DRIVER/GUIDE

Sit back and let someone else do the driving for all, or part of your trip.

From:

$1,200 per day

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SECLUDED LUXURY LODGES

Discover exceptional lodges beside tranquil lakes, along dramatic coastlines and among mountains and native forests. Enjoy warm hospitality, outstanding dining and time to unwind in remarkable surroundings. We’ll help you choose the right stays for your customized New Zealand journey.

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