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New Zealand Escorted Tours

Group tours in New ZealandIf 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

Tour Directors rich in cultural and historical knowledge. Experienced drivers focused on getting you where you’re going safely. Quality accommodation. 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.


Group adventure tours of the South Island

Bay of Islands - Auckland to Auckland

Enjoy New Zealand’s north Island on AAT King’s premium 8 day Northern Experience, see Bay of Islands, Auckland, Rotorua, Wellington & enjoy Hangi & a concert

4 days Auckland to Auckland
Accommodation:

4 days
from NZ$1,080
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Group cycling tours of the South Island

New Zealand Adventure - Auckland to Christchurch

First Light Travels' 18 day premium New Zealand Adventure, see the north & south island including Bay of Islands, Auckland, Rotorua, Christchurch, Milford Sound & more

18 days Auckland to Christchurch
Accommodation:

18 days
from NZ$5,520
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Group adventure tours of the South Island

New Zealand Encounter - Christchurch to Auckland

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.

18 days Christchurch to Auckland
Accommodation:

18 days
from NZ$5,520
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Diving and adventure tours in New Zealand

New Zealand Highlights - Auckland to Christchurch

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!

15 days Auchland to Christchurch
Accommodation:
15 days
from NZ$4,595
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Northland tours

New Zealand Panorama

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!

15 days
Accommodation:

15 days
from NZ$4,595
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Group adventure tours of the South Island

Northern Experience - Auckland to Wellington (or vice versa)

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.

8 days Auckland to Wellington (or vice versa)
Accommodation:

8 days
from NZ$2,125
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Group adventure tours of the South Island

Rail Spetacular - 15 days

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.

15 days
Accommodation:

15 days
from NZ$5,420
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Group adventure tours of the South Island

Rail Spetacular - 18 days

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.

18 days
Accommodation:

18 days
from NZ$6,865
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Group adventure tours of the South Island

Southern Experience - Christchurch to Christchurch

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.

10 Days Christchurch to Christchurch
Accommodation:

10 days
from NZ$3,095
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Ultimate Family Escape

Southern Explorer - Christchurch to Queenstown

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.

10 Days Christchurch to Queenstown
Accommodation:

10 days
from NZ$3,095
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Southern Wanderer - Christchurch to Queenstown (or vice versa)

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.

7 days Christchurch to Queenstown or vice versa
Accommodation:

7 days
from NZ$1,835
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Taste of New Zealand - Christchurch to Auckland

Running short on time, but want to experience all of New Zealand? This is for you. From Christchurch to Queenstown travel onboard the TranzAlpine, see the West Coast and Franz Josef Glacier. Fly to Rotorua then travel to Auckland seeing geysers and glow worms along the way!

8 days between Christchurch to Auckland
Accommodation:

8 days
from NZ$2,290
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Got your own group and would like us to help you plan a trip? Ask us about fully customised itineraries

Note that prices in currencies other than New Zealand dollars are approximate prices.

 

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