Since 2001, travellers have trusted First Light Travel to deliver self-drive and independent coach itineraries that exceeded their expectations. We are your gateway to premiere New Zealand self-drive and group touring experiences.
We offer great value for money regardless of your budget and guarantee your holiday will give you everything you dreamed of and more. Don’t take our word for it take a look at our Independent Guest Reviews.
Our award winning team can create a self-drive or privately escorted New Zealand tour that is tailored just for you, with absolutely no compromise - Isn’t it time you had a holiday that’s exactly how you want it?
It isn’t easy planning the perfect holiday, especially to a place you have never been. So here’s how you can have a vacation where all of the planning is taken care of for you and eliminates all of the guesswork - better still, this service is absolutely free when you book with us.
We love New Zealand, so who better to help you plan. As a full-service agency we offer competitively priced flights, insurance, accommodation, full in country support and a massive selection of tried and tested adventures that you will just love.
So what are you waiting for!? ‘Enquire Now’, and one of our team of New Zealand travel specialists will customize your New Zealand tour within free of charge!
Tours by First Light Travel
Starts
Christchurch
Finishes
Queenstown
Transport
Rental Vehicle
9 Days
Enjoy South Island's very best alpine vistas, tranquil towns, and award-winning championship golf courses. From the spring-fed lakes of Clearwater, to the mountain backdrops of Jacks Point, each course is an experience in itself.
Starts
Auckland
Finishes
Christchurch
Transport
Rental Vehicle
21 Days
Treating yourself to three weeks in New Zealand only leads to amazing things. A relaxing pace allows quality encounters with a great sense of accomplishment and many magnificent memories...
From $6174
per person (low season)
Starts
Auckland
Finishes
Queenstown
Transport
Coach
12 Days
Group Size
Max 48
Welcome to Middle-Earth! Many people have dreamed about Middle Earth, and this Lord of the Rings tour can take you into the dream and it will become reality.
Starts
Melbourne
Finishes
Christchurch
Transport
Rental Vehicle
15 Days
First, you'll be awed by Australia's natural marvels & stylish cities. When you've had your fill, venture onwards to the geothermal & glacial wonders of New Zealand.
Starts
Auckland
Finishes
Queenstown
Transport
Coach
10 Days
Group Size
Max 48
The landscapes of Middle earth will come alive as you travel deep into Middle Earth (New Zealand) and visit the landscape that inspired Peter Jackson’s film locations for The Lord of the Rings trilogy and The Hobbit.
Starts
Auckland
Finishes
Christchurch
Transport
Rental Vehicle
10 Days
Want to maximise your time in New Zealand and cover the best of both islands? Whilst there will always be compromise with a more limited timeframe, we have you covered with the must see locations in our most popular itinerary...
From $3149
per person (low season)
Starts
Auckland
Finishes
Wellington
Transport
Rental Vehicle
12 Days
Here is a self drive holiday that makes you feel like you have really had a holiday – no rushing around on this itinerary. Enjoy exceptional scenery, stunning beaches and experience New Zealand great outdoors with easygoing relaxed adventures.
From $3145
per person (low season)