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New Zealand Vacation Ideas

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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 1711 verified traveler reviews.

Lorri D.
Australia, New Zealand Tour Review: 1 Month

This was a trip of a lifetime! We had wanted to go to Australia and New Zealand for 40-plus years and this trip did not disappoint.

Zicasso's trip expert was fantastic. When first beginning to plan the trip, he spoke to us by phone and email numerous times to get to know us and find out what we liked, wanted, and were physically able and not able to do. He really listened and planned our trip accordingly.

While we were traveling, he was always instantly available for anything we needed or any questions we had.

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Igor K.
New Zealand Vacation Review: Scenery 1-Week Trip

It was a fantastic trip. Zicasso's travel planner nailed all of my interests and left with me an unforgettable experience. She was also accommodating and quick to act with any changes to my travel plans. Even with poor cell service and communication systems down on the app, she was able to communicate updates to my itinerary in a timely and effective manner. Thank you for the unforgettable memories I have as a result of your excellent planning.

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Austin M.
Australia, New Zealand Tour Review: Waiheke Island, Sydney, Great Barrier Reef, Bridge Climb, Wine Tasting, Snorkeling, 11 Nights

Everything was super-easy, which made navigating the trip seamless and stress-free!

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Tim G.
Australia, New Zealand Tour Review: 13-Night Trip

We very much enjoyed our time in New Zealand and Australia. The tours were all very good. Zicasso's travel agent and our tour partner were very responsive and helpful throughout the planning phase and while we were on vacation.

The only feedback we have is that the hotels selected, other than the hotels in New Zealand, did not have the amenities we were hoping to get from four-star properties. We'll do a better job of indicating what we need in hotel selections moving forward, but we thought the hotels could have been a notch better than they were.

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Sivly R.
Australia, New Zealand Trip Review: Tasmania, Rotorua, Uluru, Queenstown, Luging, Camel Ride, Wildlife, Hobbiton, Islands, Glowworm Cave, 2 Weeks

We absolutely loved so much of our trip! My kids’ (ages 11 and eight) favorite activities were luging in Rotorua, NZ, and the sunset camel ride in Uluru, AU, while my husband and I were enchanted by Hobbiton and enjoyed exploring a glowworm cave with the owner's father! We all loved Tasmania.

There were a few hiccups. However, we were very happy with all the support the Zicasso travel company's team provided in real time to help us get back on track. 

The overall trip was fantastic. My husband and I appreciated having the team support our adventures, both the highs and the lows. The team members were detailed-oriented. This trip exceeded our expectations and we’re incredibly grateful for their expertise in curating such memorable experiences.

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Sharon B.
Australia, New Zealand Travel Review: Wildlife, Hiking, Vineyards, Helicopter Trip, Plane Ride, 24 Nights

The trip was awesome; the trip of a lifetime! We saw/experienced everything we could imagine. The trip reflected all of our wish-list items. Zicasso's travel specialist was very accommodating to our ideas and was very detail-oriented. We didn't have to worry about a thing on this vacation.

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