New Zealand has become a very popular destination in recent years and one of the best ways to see it is with a motorhome tour led by a very knowledgeable local. This tour takes 6 weeks and visits all of the major points of interest, while allowing some freedom to do your own bit of exploring.
In addition to the planned social activities we have regular BYO happy hours, informal get-togethers and visits to local clubs and pubs.
This tour is priced in New Zealand Dollars, but you can easily find the price in Pounds Sterling by clicking on Links on this website.
Our partner in New Zealand is Kiwi Travel Club
Price List
Included in the Price
Motorhome hire using premium motorhomes
• Your choice of 2, 4 & 6 berth motorhome or campervan (price quoted is based on a van conversion with shower & toilet, but other options are available)
• Unlimited kilometres
• Fully equipped motorhome with living and cooking equipment
• Personal kits: Sleeping bags, pillows, sheets and towels
• Picnic table and chairs
• Comprehensive travel insurance - age loadings may apply
• Vehicle Insurance with Nil excess waiver
• Detailed trip notes with maps and driving instructions
• Pre-paid tourist park camping fees
• Most entry fees and a good number of day trips
• Regular group meals, BBQs and other activities
Campsite Information
Campsites used are the best available are include electric hook-ups.
Itinerary
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October 1 2010: Auckland-Orewa: Welcome drinks and dinner – Thermal pools entry |
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October 2 2010: Bay of Islands: Waitangi National Marae, Group lunch |
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October 5 2010: Kaitaia: |
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6 October 2010: Auckland: See the city of sails by ferry. Group visit Kelly Talton’s Antarctic Encounter & Underwater World |
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October 8 2010: Taupo: Spectacular Huka Falls. Optional Fishing Trips |
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October 11 2010: Waitomo |
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October 12 2010: Rotorua: Group visit to Hells Gate – Spectacular Geysers & Mud Pools – Maori dinner |
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October 14 2010: Mount Maunganui |
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October 15 2010: East Coast: Mt Hikarangi tour – Home of the legendary Maui |
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October 16 2010: Gisborne |
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October 18 2010: Hawkes Bay: Cape Kidnappers |
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October 20 2010: Wellington: Group visit Te Papa - NZ National Museum |
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October 22 2010: Wellington – Blenheim: 3 hour ferry cruise across Cook Strait and through the Marlborough
Sounds. Full day wineries tour - Tasting included – BBQ lunch
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October 24 2010: Christchurch |
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October 25 2010: Dunedin: Group visit to Lanarch Castle |
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October 27 2010: Invercargill: Optional Stewart Island day trip by ferry |
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October 28 2010: Te Anau – Milford Sound: – Day tour and cruise of Milford Sound |
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November 1 2010: Queenstown: Shotover River jet boat trip |
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November 4 2010: Haast Pass: Drive through some of New Zealand’s most spectacular scenery |
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October 5 2010: Franz Josef Glacier: Guided tour of a living glacier |
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November 6 2010: Greymouth: Shanty Town group visit with a chance to do some gold panning |
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November 9 2010: Christchurch: Final group dinner with included wine. |
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