New Zealand holidays
New Zealand holidays will take you on a fantastic journey through a country that has the most spectacular scenery in the world. This is one of the best places in the world to go on an organised tour or hire a campervan or motorhome and explore both the north and the south island. There is also quality accommodation available throughout the country if you decide to rent a car and drive yourself through all the major beauty spots. There are a number of entry points into New Zealand. Auckland is the main international airport on the North Island and Christchurch or Queenstown on the south island. Domestic flights also service all the main local cities throughout the country. If you choose the campervan option there is a huge range to choose from. Britz/ Maui, Kea campers and Apollo motorhomes all have depots throughout the country and they are all located conveniently close to the airports. If you are looking for tours then AAT Kings and Real Journeys can help you out.
The north island has many major beauty spots. In the far north are the Bay of Islands and Cape Reinga. This region is extremly popular with the boating fraternity and there is a magnificent protected waterway to explore. Along the north islands west coast are the remnants of the once proud Kauri forests. Every New Zealand traveller should visit the kauri museum and then travel into the forest to see Tane Mahuta which is the second largest tree in the world and around 2000 years old. South of Auckland on the east coast is the Coromandel Peninsular and the Hawkes Bay wine region. Both present fantastic scenery and the rural produce and wines are popular exports. Inland is the geothermally active region around Rotorua and Lake Taupo. This region is one of the most active geothermal regions in the world and there are spectacular areas to see geysers and lakes of boiling mud. Lake Taupo is also a popular destination for fishermen wanting to catch trout and salmon. Both of these areas have plenty of excellent accommodation. To the south lie's the active volcano of Mt Ruapehu and this in the home of the north islands ski and snowboarding industry. The main resorts of Turoa and Whakapapa have all the modern ski facilities that you would expect including plenty of lift capacity.
The South Island is just as spectacular as the north if not more so. In the north are the Marlboro sounds which rivals the Bay of Islands for its protected harbours and bays. Hanmer Springs is a place you must visit as you travel down the east coast towards Christchurch. The centre of the south island consists of a continuous snow covered mountain range which gives the country its maori name of Ao Te Aroa or land Of the Long White Cloud. There are numerous ski resorts through out these mountains. Mt Hutt is the biggest in the central section of the island. It is a bit over an hours drive from Christchurch. The Train from Christchurch to Greymouth on the west coast travels through Arthers Pass and is one of the worlds most spectacular train rides.
Queenstown is known as the adventure capital of the world. This is the centre of action for adventure seekers and adreniline junkies from around the world. Bungy jumping, hang gliding, heliskiing and jet boat riding provide a spectacular array of activities to keep you occupied. Queenstown is also the ski and snowboard capital of New Zealand. There are four major resorts within easy driving distance of the city. Coronet Peak and the Remarkables are the closest. A little further away are Cardrona and Treble Cone which are both closer to Wanaka. The west coast of the south island have many holiday attractions. You must visit the Fox and Franz Joseph glaciers and Milford Sound must also be on every itinerary.
Our staff are experts in holiday arrangements on both the north and south island so if you need a little help don’t hesitate to send us an email or phone one of our cosultants to help you plan and book your New Zealand holiday.
