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New Zealand Vacation Ideas

Your far-flung New Zealand vacation can embody thrilling adventures, an array of mesmerizing ecosystems, and unexpected city comforts. Discover magical New Zealand vacation ideas in the inspirational itineraries below made possible by one of Zicasso’s exceptional destination specialists. Fjords, glaciers, and endless fields of green await.

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Hang glider over Queenstown South Island, New Zealand

10 Day Trip IdeaFrom $11,400

Best of New Zealand Nature Vacation: Mountains & Coastline

Queenstown, Milford Sound, Wanaka, Franz Josef Glacier, Westhaven Inlet +1 more
Explore the wildlife on a boat trip outside Christchurch in New Zealand

16 Day Trip IdeaFrom $18,300

Luxury New Zealand Family Vacation

Bay of Islands, Rotorua, Christchurch, Queenstown
Queenstown under the rays of the setting sun

12 Day Trip IdeaFrom $13,700

12 Day Best of New Zealand Tour

Auckland, Rotorua, Napier, Martinborough, Wellington +6 more
Savor great taste while wine tasting in Otago, Wanaka region.

9 Day Trip IdeaFrom $3,700

Best New Zealand South Island Vacation in 9 Days

Christchurch, Aoraki Mt. Cook, Wanaka, Te Anau, Milford Sound +1 more
Relax in the southernmost wine-growing region of the world, Lake Wanaka

14 Day Trip IdeaFrom $19,200

Off the Beaten Track New Zealand Adventure

Bay of Islands, Cape Reinga, Taupo, Hawkes Bay, Westhaven Inlet +1 more
Maori carving and meeting house in Rotorua, New Zealand

15 Day Trip IdeaFrom $6,200

“The Real Thing” New Zealand Tour: Auckland, Rotorua & Much More

Auckland, Rotorua, Nelson, Karamea, Franz Josef +1 more

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Lake and volcanic landscape in Tongariro National Park, New Zealand

14 Day Trip IdeaFrom $5,700

Vineyards to Volcanoes Best of New Zealand’s North Island Luxury Tour

Auckland, Waipoua, Omapere, Paihia, Hobbiton +4 more
Misty morning on the Southern Island New Zealand

9 Day Trip IdeaFrom $3,800

Adventures of New Zealand's South Island

Christchurch, Mount Cook, Queenstown, Franz Josef, Greymouth
Milford Sound at sunset in New Zealand

14 Day Trip IdeaFrom $5,700

Amazing North & South Islands Tour of New Zealand

Auckland, Rotorua, Napier, Martinborough, Wellington +6 more
Resort Town and Famous Visitor Center Queenstown, New Zealand

10 Day Trip IdeaFrom $4,100

Best of New Zealand Vacation in 10-Days

Auckland, Waiheke Island, Rotorua, Queenstown, Milford Sound +2 more
Moeraki boulders at Koekohe Beach on the Otago coast in New Zealand

13 Day Trip IdeaFrom $11,200

Classic Coast to Coast New Zealand Itinerary

Christchurch, Dunedin, Te Anau, Doubtful Sound, Queenstown +3 more
Lake Wakatipu in Queenstown, New Zealand

11 Day Trip IdeaFrom $4,500

Amazing Family Friendly Tour of New Zealand: Queenstown, Rotorua, Pauanui, Tairua, and More

Christchurch, Akaroa, Mount Cook Village, Queenstown, Rotorua

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Reviews of Zicasso's New Zealand Vacation Ideas

Based on 1757 verified traveler reviews.

New Zealand Travel Review: Franz Josef, Fox Glacier, Milford Sound, Helicopter Ride, Quad Biking, 2 Weeks

We appreciate all that Zicasso’s travel company did to make our trip to New Zealand such a fantastic experience. Everything was planned out perfectly and we enjoyed every minute of it. The accommodations in each town were wonderful and the excursions, tours, and tastings were all delightful. Having our own drivers also allowed us to really enjoy the scenery and to not have to worry about getting from point A to point B across the South and North islands. The travel company was there for us from the very beginning as we started planning the trip, until we returned home, and was very responsive and helpful every time we reached out to them.

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Australia Tour Review: Port Douglas, Wildlife Refuge, 2 Weeks

It was a great trip and it was easy to work with Zicasso’s travel company regarding needs, preferences, and wants. It was tailored to our speed.

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New Zealand Trip Review: Auckland, Queenstown, Sheep Experience, Helicopter Ride, 2 Weeks

Zicasso’s travel agent did a fabulous job. There were a lot of moving parts and every detail was thought through and implemented flawlessly. Her overall itinerary for us made perfect sense and her choice of hotels/lodges was excellent.

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New Zealand, Australia Travel Review: Tongariro Alpine Crossing, Queenstown, Port Douglas, Sydney, Melbourne, Bridge Climb, Opera House, Food Tour, 3 Weeks

The trip was very well organized and a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. We ran into a couple of hiccups with canceled flights, but amazingly, we did not miss any scheduled tours. We can't say enough about how beautiful NZ and Australia were. What a great trip!

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New Zealand Travel Review: Doubtful Sound, Abel Tasman National Park, Arthur's Pass, Mount Cook, Cruise, Scenic Flight, 30-Day Trip

We selected this travel company through Zicasso and are thrilled we made that decision. We worked with a travel specialist whose knowledge helped us determine the journey we wanted to take through New Zealand, the types of activities and tours we should do, and the best places to stay in the cities, towns, and villages we wanted to see. She provided a list of hotels and activities to choose from.

All of the suggested activities were amazing: well-led, accessible, and breathtakingly scenic. Our trip, almost 30 days in length, was simply outstanding. The hotels were generally great and while we did our own research on many of the restaurants we booked, the several she suggested were excellent.

The travel specialist listened to what our interests were and helped us plan a trip accordingly, keeping our budget in mind. We can wholeheartedly recommend this travel company.

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New Zealand Travel Review: Franz Josef Glacier, Dart River, Heli-Hiking, Jet-Boat Ride, 2 Weeks

Zicasso’s travel specialist put together a trip of a lifetime for us. From outstanding accommodations to wonderful activities and excursions, we would not hesitate to book a trip with this travel company again. KUDOS!!

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