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Wellington Harbour Island, North Island New Zealand

Great Northerner

Experience the best of the North Island in this 9 day tour

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Bay of Islands coastline from aerial view

Live the Dream with Brilliant Bay of Islands

Enjoy a cruise through the Bay of Islands to Cape Brett

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View looking across to a steaming geyser, New Zealand

A land of plenty

See the absolute best of New Zealand from top to bottom

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New Zealand's North Island

New Zealand’s North Island is brimming with geothermal activity and Maori culture. Spend time at the subtropical Bay of Islands, explore Rotorua's cultural wonders, visit sailboat-studded Auckland and spend time in the trendy capital city of Wellington.

Hangi Feast, New Zealand

Hangi Feast

Immerse yourself in traditional Maori culture in Rotorua by taking part in an authentic Hangi feast. Using a century-old method, food is cooked underground in earth ovens and shared throughout the community.
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Bay of Islands, hole in the rock, North Island

Bay of Islands Cruise

Embark on a nature-spotting cruise during your time at the Bay of Islands. Board a catamaran and cruise to Cape Brett and the Hole in the Rock.
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Waitangi Treaty Grounds, North Island, New Zealand

Waitangi Treaty Grounds

Discover New Zealand’s most historic site, the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, known as the Birthplace of a Nation. You’ll visit the ceremonial War Canoe in the Maori Meeting House and admire the carvings representing Maoris from all over New Zealand.
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Discover the North Island

Waitomo Caves Glowworms, North Island New Zealand

Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Visit the mesmerising Waitomo caves and see thousands of tiny glowworms illuminate the limestone walls.

Glenbrook Steam Train, North Island, New Zealand

Glenbrook Vintage Railway

Step back in time as you experience the history of Glenbrook Vintage Railway. Board this historic steam train and glide through the North Island's enchanting landscapes.

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Waitangi Treaty Grounds Guided Tour in front of meeting house, North Island New Zealand

Waitangi Treaty Grounds

Visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, where the original treaty between the British and Māori people was signed. Here, you will also enjoy a culturally-rich visit to the Māori Meeting House and War Canoe.

Art Deco Architecture in Napier, North island New Zealand

Napier Art Deco Tour

Explore the coastal city of Napier on an Art Deco tour, admiring its beautiful architecture and learning the history of the city’s devastating earthquake in 1931.

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Forgotten World Rail at Taurmarunui, North Island New Zealand

Taumarunui Rail Cart

Hop aboard a self-drive cart and take a leisurely trip along a decommissioned railway line in Taumarunui as you take in the lovely surrounds.

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Man performing in Agrodome Sheep Show, South Island New Zealand

Agrodome Experience

Experience one of New Zealand’s best-loved attractions, Rotorua’s Agrodome, with its entertaining sheep shearing demonstration, dog trials and animal nursery.

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Delve into the imaginary world of the Lord of the Rings.

Hobbiton Movie Set

Step into the remarkable world of J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth at the Hobbiton Movie Set, made famous in Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies.

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Travel in Style

Maori Carving, Rotorua New Zealand

Land Tours

APT's luxury coaches will take you to New Zealand's most iconic places in supreme comfort. Leave all the details to your Tour Director and expert driver as you sit back and take in the sights. Getting there is half the fun in spectacular New Zealand.

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Mt Cook Lupins, South Island, New Zealand

New Zealand's South Island

Discover the jewels that New Zealand’s South Island has to offer, from buzzing Queenstown to Aoraki Mt Cook National Park and stunning Milford Sound.
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Ladies dancing in Dubrovnik, Croatia

Signature Experience

These exclusive or unique events are designed to deepen your experience, taking you on an inspiring journey beneath the surface of local history, culture and traditions.
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Overlooking Milford Sound with huge mountains in the background, New Zealand

New Zealand Land Touring Health & Safety

As we prepare to welcome you on one of our New Zealand tours, we have made a few changes to ensure that you, your fellow travellers and our crews are kept safer than ever.
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