There’s much to explore in New Zealand’s 28 regions and 13 cities. From buzzing city life with its killer shopping and dining through to sleepy country towns, lush countryside and rugged...

Destinations
Here for a good time, not a long time? Don’t sweat it – in New Zealand you’re never far from buzzing city life with its killer shopping, trendy cafés and exquisite dining options; quirky...

North Island
The North Island combines natural beauty with city style in a mild climate; perfect whether you’re seeking a beach holiday, an authentic cultural experience or retail therapy. Many New Zealand...

South Island
From forest-fringed beaches to soaring mountains, the scenery of the South Island is an unforgettable backdrop to adrenaline-pumping adventure and indulgent relaxation. But did you know that in...

National Itinerary
Want to see the whole country? You’ll need at least two weeks to get the best picture of both North and South Islands, and four is even better! A popular option is to arrive in Auckland, travel...

National Parks
More than one-third of New Zealand’s landscape is protected in reserves, regional and national parks. New Zealand's 14 national parks feature 12,000 kilometres of walking tracks and 1,000 huts...

Skiing in New Zealand
We are pumped that the 2020 ski season is up and running. Many were expecting low numbers because of the lack of international visitors, but Kiwi skiers and snowboarders have been hitting the...

Remarkable Landscapes
In the archipelago of New Zealand, soaring mountains, otherworldly volcanic landscapes or aquamarine alpine lakes fed by blue-white glaciers can be discovered in close proximity to emerald-green...

North Island Itinerary
The South Pacific’s largest city, Auckland, is the arrival point for many to the North Island, a place of endless natural beauty and fascinating South Pacific culture. There’s plenty to do in...

South Island Itinerary
Explore the spectacular scenery and discover the amazing wildlife of the rugged South Island – but take time to enjoy the fascinating cities and get into action-packed adventure as well.
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New Zealand must-dos for a quick trip
On a tight time-frame? There’s always time to enjoy unique New Zealand experiences and some of the best of what the country has to offer. Below are some suggestions for those looking to get the...

Queenstown, the ultimate roadie destination
What's Hot New Zealand hits the road in the all-new Mercedes GLA 250 to road-test swanky Queenstown restaurant The Grille by Eichardt’s in an exclusive, luxe escape.
North Island

Auckland Region
Feast your senses on Auckland’s dazzling array of activities, plentiful dining and shopping options, and stunning landscapes in New Zealand’s biggest city; the cosmopolitan and culturally...

Wellington
New Zealand’s much-loved political and cultural capital of Wellington lies on a sparkling harbour at the bottom of the North Island, not far from forest-clad hills and a delightful wine-growing...

Bay of Islands & Northland
Discover the roots of New Zealand’s human history in Northland, a region blessed with a spectacular range of coastal scenery and bathed in subtropical warmth. A wealth of activities are...

Bay of Plenty
The Bay of Plenty provides a chance to unwind and enjoy the sunshine in a stunning coastal playground that offers myriad outdoor activities on its endless beaches, out on the water, and in the...

Gisborne & Eastland
In Gisborne you can feel the very essence of New Zealand. Eastland is a charming and unspoilt part of the country where vineyards cloak the hills, white-sand surf beaches beckon and authentic...

Hawke’s Bay
Sample the finer things in life in Hawke’s Bay, a beautiful part of the country where a stunning Art Deco town (Napier) nestles between the blue Pacific and the sun-bleached hills of wine...

Lake Taupo
In the Taupō region you can base yourself on the shores of New Zealand’s largest lake in the centre of an area that offers myriad outdoor activities in an unforgettable landscape. From hiking...

Manawatu
In the Manawatū region, the landscape is dominated by rolling hills and dotted with villages that offer an authentic slice of New Zealand farming life; from the unpretentious university city of...

Rotorua
Rotorua is an unforgettable place where other-worldly geothermal features, from geysers to boiling mud pools, are the backdrop for adventure activities and some of New Zealand’s most accessible...

Ruapehu
South of Lake Taupo and overlooked by a triad of volcanoes, the high-altitude plateau setting of the Ruapehu region is a breathtaking location for myriad outdoor adventures. Explore the ski areas...

Taranaki
Go west to Taranaki and explore a special corner of New Zealand where the down-to-earth rhythms of rural life take place in a landscape that’s out of this world. The main centre, New Plymouth,...

The Coromandel
Explore gold-mining history in rugged rainforest-clad gorges and snorkel in the sparkling waters off pōhutukawa-fringed beaches. This is a region rich in natural abundance and home to a thriving...

Waikato & Waitomo
Explore pretty rural villages, rolling green hills and tranquil oak-studded countryside, then venture underground to a remarkable cave network. The Waitomo Caves are world-famous and offer a...
South Island

Central Otago
In Central Otago you can experience true solitude and spectacular vistas in an inspiring place where the fascinating cultural history tells a story of human endurance against a ruggedly beautiful...

Christchurch & Canterbury
Treat yourself to a host of experiences in Christchurch, the South Island’s largest city and a perfect base for exploring a region packed with adventures. Regularly appearing on 'top places in...
Dunedin & Coastal Otago
The city of Dunedin and the coastal Otago region offer an unforgettable blend of natural and human heritage – world-class wildlife encounters on the coast and beautiful historical architecture...
Fiordland
In Fiordland you’ll explore a place where legends and myths mingle with the overwhelming presence of an awe-inspiring landscape – one that features endless green rainforest and tranquil fiords...

Kaikōura
Kaikōura is a region blessed with unforgettable marine life in a coastal playground. The iconic whale-watching activity it provides is amongst New Zealand’s most famous experiences.

Marlborough
Marlborough has much to offer. Delight in cruising pretty waterways, hiking through pristine native forest and sampling the Sauvignon Blanc at internationally renowned wineries in a very special...

Mount Cook & Mackenzie
From hiking to flight-seeing, discover an extensive range of outdoor activities in a stunning natural landscape of jewel-blue lakes and soaring mountain peaks. The stuff of postcards, it’s home...

Nelson & Abel Tasman
The Nelson and Abel Tasman region offer New Zealand as paradise. Take your time and explore natural golden-sand beaches lapped by turquoise water and national parks where alpine lakes nestle...

Oamaru & Waitaki
Waitaki District combines historic whitestone architecture and unforgettable wildlife encounters in a beautiful natural landscape of rolling hills and sparkling rivers.

Queenstown
A premier holiday destination, Queenstown is an outdoor adventure playground set against a stunning scenic background of tranquil lakes and rugged mountains. This is the original home of...
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