ESCORTED GROUP TOURS
If the idea of driving yourself doesn't appeal, a group escorted tour might be just the answer. We offer a different kind of touring holiday. In fact, many of our past guests have said they thought our holidays operate like travel used to be… comfortable, personal, secure… with a level of service that suits your own particular needs.
Full Escorted Touring includes:
- Perfect balance of sightseeing activities and free Time
- Hassle-free travelling
- Luxurious fully air-conditioned coaches
- An experienced driver and a tour director
- Guaranteed departures
- Quality dining
All our Tour Directors are rich in cultural and historical knowledge, so as you tour New Zealand you’ll really get to know what our country is all about. And our experienced drivers focused on getting you where you’re going safely. The accommodation has been chosen to be of top quality so you can enjoy great locations and an even better night’s sleep. Hearty breakfasts, delicious three course dinners and delectable buffets. The opportunity to strike up friendships with like-minded holiday makers from New Zealand, Australia and overseas. A flexible itinerary that ensures you see all the sights, as well as providing you with all the free time you need to make your holiday yours alone. That’s the First Light Travel difference.
Peruse the tours below and let us know which you are interested in by completing our enquiry form. We'll get back to you quickly with availability and answer any questions you may have.
Please note that the list below is a small selection of the tours we have available. There are many, many more escorted tour options, so if you can not find a tour that is perfect for you just ask us about other options.
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A selection of the escorted tours we offer:
- New Zealand Adventure - 18 days Auckland to Christchurch
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First Light Travels' 18 day premium New Zealand Adventure, see the north & south island including Bay of Islands, Auckland, Rotorua, Christchurch, Milford Sound & more.
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- New Zealand Encounter - 18 days Christchurch to Auckland
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Spectacular mountain scenery, glistening water falls, lush forests, rugged coastlines and spurting geysers make way for whales, seals, working sheep dogs, Maori culture. Wineries, white water rafting, trains and sailing boats. You won’t be left wondering what New Zealand is like after an encounter like this.
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- New Zealand Highlights - 15 days Auckland to Christchurch
PRICE FROM PP
This is the tour that leaves no sight or experience stone unturned. Bay of Islands. Auckland. Rotorua. Christchurch. Franz Josef Glacier. Milford Sound. Queenstown. Dunedin. Mt. Cook. Lakes. Mountains. Ocean. Wildlife. Trains. Boats. Wineries. Whales. Seals. Maori culture and history. It’s one with the lot!
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- New Zealand Panorama - 15 days
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Sit back, relax and enjoy the spectacular scenery as it passes by. From the North of the North Island to the South of the South Island, it’s one panorama after another. Forest and sea, mountains and lakes, glaciers and geysers, whales and glow worms. Experience all of New Zealand in just one tour!
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- Northern Experience - 8 days Auckland to Wellington (or vice versa)
PRICE FROM PP
If you’ve only got a few days and want to see the North Island this is your tour. Starting at Auckland you’ll cruise the Bay of Islands, see the spurting geysers of Rotorua, discover glow worm caves, experience Maori culture and finish up in Wellington.
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- Rail Spectacular - 15 days
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From the ancient frozen wonder of Franz Josef Glacier to the supreme beauty of the Bay of Islands, the mystical splendour of Milford Sound to the sensational boiling mud and spurting geysers of Rotorua, there really is no place on Earth as unique as New Zealand.
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- Rail, Cruise & Coach - 19 days Auckland to Christchurch
PRICE FROM PP
From the supreme beauty of the Bay of Islands,the sensational boiling mud and spurting geysers of Rotorua on to the ancient frozen wonder of Franz Josef Glacier and the mystical splendour of Milford Sound, there really is no place on Earth as unique as New Zealand.
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- Southern Experience - 10 Days Christchurch to Christchurch
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From Christchurch and back starting with spectacular Mt. Cook and finishing over the Southern Alps onboard the TranzAlpine, you’ll traverse the South Island experiencing some of its most amazing places including Franz Josef Glacier, Dunedin, Te Anau, Queenstown, Milford Sound and Punakaiki.
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- Southern Explorer - 10 Days Christchurch to Queenstown
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If you’re running short on time, this South Island tour is for you. From Christchurch to Queenstown see all the highlights and experience a bit of adventure as well − Mt. Cook, mysterious Milford Sound and action capital Queenstown.
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- Southern Wanderer - 7 days Christchurch to Queenstown or vice versa
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Enjoy the ultimate summer cruise holiday with the choice of 5 & 12 night itineraries with multi award-winning Coral Princess Cruises. The elegant surroundings, friendly crew and small number of guests ensure an exclusive and personalised cruising experience.
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Click here for a schedule of all of our group tour departures.
Got your own group and would like us to help you plan a trip? Ask us about fully customised itinerarys.