Visit New Zealand’s iconic and lesser-known sights on a land journey throughout the North Island. Relax on your best-in-class classic coach to locations including Wellington, Napier, Rotorua and Auckland in the North Island.

Experience some of the world's best rail journeys in New Zealand. Board the Glenbrook Vintage Railway in Auckland and set off on a 15-kilometre return trip through the rural Franklin countryside, casting your mind back to a bygone era, when the journey was just as revered as the destination.

On select departures, embark on a small group tour with fewer than 24 guests. Uncover New Zealand’s wonders, from the Bay of Islands to Milford Sound. Cruise past glacial fjords, ride the TranzAlpine train, meet Kaikōura’s dusky dolphins, and sip local wines in Marlborough. Explore Auckland, Rotorua, Wellington, Queenstown, Dunedin and Franz Josef as you journey from tip to toe in unforgettable style.

New Zealand’s wildlife is extraordinary, even for those who call this country home. APT’s luxury guided tours take you to places where rare yellow-eyed penguins nest on the Otago Peninsula and dusky dolphins dance through Kaikōura’s surf. Visit dedicated kiwi conservation centres, and drift beneath the glowworm-lit ceilings of the Waitomo Caves – experiences that feel magical no matter how many times you’ve travelled here.

The dramatic fiords of Milford Sound / Piopiotahi never fail to inspire, while Tongariro National Park blends ancient volcanic slopes with sacred Māori history on your New Zealand luxury travel package. The Coromandel’s sheltered coves, the South Island’s glacier-carved valleys, and the turquoise lakes beneath the Southern Alps highlight the country’s astonishing variety. At Wai-O-Tapu, vivid mineral pools and rising steam create a geothermal palette seen nowhere else in the world.

APT’s New Zealand luxury tours place cultural connection at the heart of the journey. Share in the warmth of a marae welcome, experience the mana of a haka, and enjoy a hangi meal prepared in the time-honoured way. Explore Wellington’s galleries, Dunedin’s architectural heritage, and the Art Deco streets of Napier, each revealing a different facet of the nation’s character. In Auckland, a vibrant blend of Māori, Pasifika, and contemporary arts gives the city its unmistakable energy.

Queenstown’s dramatic landscapes lend themselves to all kinds of outdoor experiences, from jetboating to gentle lake cruises and bungee jumping to scenic gondola rides and accessible nature walks. Float above the Canterbury Plains in a hot-air balloon, follow forested tracks beneath the Southern Alps, or cycle a leisurely stretch of the Otago Central Rail Trail – whatever your appetite for adventure, you’ll find inspiration on APT’s luxury tours of New Zealand.

Throughout the year, New Zealand’s regions come alive with events that reflect local identity and creativity. Garden festivals brighten spring, the Wellington Jazz Festival fills the capital with rhythm, and winter sets the Southern Alps aglow with snow. Matariki – the Māori New Year – brings families and communities together in reflection. Film, food, wine, and art festivals add further colour to your journey.

With APT, every itinerary is shaped by people who know these landscapes intimately. Our guides share local stories, history, and insight that reveal new layers of meaning, even in places you may have visited before. Premium accommodation, seamless travel, and carefully curated experiences allow you to enjoy your luxury New Zealand tour without the stress of planning or logistics. Simply sit back and enjoy the journey.