Alaska
Super-sized wilderness
Albania
Europe’s best-kept secret
Antarctica
Expeditions to the ultimate frontier
Argentina
A seductive mix of tango, treks and history
Armenia
Medieval monasteries and forest hikes
Australia
Iconic cities, awe-inspiring outback and everything in between
Azerbaijan
Land of fire
Balkans
Europe’s forgotten wonderland
Borneo
Untamed nature
Brazil
Samba rhythms and wild landscapes
Caucasus
Where Asia meets Europe
Central Asia
Magical landscapes and Silk Road cities
Chile
The land of extremes
China
Beautiful chaos and ancient history
Costa Rica
The most biodiverse country on earth
Cuba
An old girl with a new heart
Ethiopia
Epic landscapes and divine history
Georgia
Rolling hills and centuries-old villages
Iceland
Dramatic landscapes and beautiful glaciers
India
A dazzling kaleidoscope of colour
Japan
Ancient culture and futuristic cities
Jordan
Forgotten cities and nomadic deserts
Kenya
More than just safaris
Kerala
Exploring God’s own country
Machu Picchu
Peru's archaeological rock star
Mexico
Fiestas, Frida and Maya mystery
Montenegro
Ancient towns cut into majestic mountains
Morocco
The hospitable gateway to Africa
Nepal
The country at the top of the world
New Zealand
Adventures at the end of the earth
Ontario
Embrace the Canadian wilderness
Patagonia
The wilderness at the end of the earth
Peru
Hidden treasures for those that look
Rajasthan
The Land of Kings
Rwanda
Everything in one perfect package
South Africa
Safari and beyond in the Rainbow Nation
Sri Lanka
Ancient civilisation and endless beaches
Tanzania
Mountains, safaris and spice islands
Thailand
Tropical beaches and beautiful temples
The Galapagos Islands
The islands that changed the world
Uganda
Unforgettable encounters
Uzbekistan
Mosques, mausoleums and madrasahs
Vietnam
Head-spinning contradictions and character
Western USA
Landscapes and legends
New Zealand
Kaikoura
Kaikoura is the place to see wildlife in New Zealand. This small town on the south island is home to whales, dolphins, seals, penguins and sea birds who come for the nutrient-rich waters that are perfect for feeding in. Set against the might of the Seaward Kaikoura mountain range, this is a stunningly beautiful stop.
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Queenstown
The self-described ‘adventure capital of the world’, Queenstown is a playground for adrenaline junkies...Read more -
Milford Sound
Even by New Zealand’s standards, Milford Sound is a truly spectacular sight...Read more -
Lake Tekapo
A highland lake in the middle of New Zealand’s south island, Lake Tekapo is best known for its incredibly clear skies that are perfect for stargazing...Read more -
Rotorua
An eggy scent hangs over sulphuric Rotorua on New Zealand’s North Island, which is home to spectacular geothermal springs, mud pools and geysers...Read more -
Coromandel
Visible across the Hauraki Gulf from Auckland, the Coromandel offers pristine beaches, thick rainforest and plenty of adventure...Read more -
Wanaka
Laidback Wanaka has a claim to be Queenstown’s cooler sibling...Read more -
Northland
The site of New Zealand’s earliest Maori settlement, Northland is the birthplace of New Zealand and home to its best beaches...Read more -
Auckland
Forget the city’s high-rise centre; the beauty of Auckland is the scenery surrounding it...Read more -
Hawke’s Bay
Hawke’s Bay is the first stop on the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail and is a great place to try cabernet sauvignon, merlot and chardonnay wines...Read more -
Aoraki Mount Cook National Park
Aoraki Mount Cook National Park includes the majority of New Zealand’s only International Dark Sky Reserve, so head into the hills – or just Mount Cook Village near Lake Pukaki – and marvel at the light show in the sky...Read more -
Stewart Island
Sparsely populated Stewart Island is home to some of New Zealand’s most interesting wildlife, including penguins, dolphins and albatross...Read more -
Franz Josef Glacier
Franz Josef’s icy mass once flowed all the way into the sea, but after decades of global warming, the glacier has retreated inland and is now only accessible by helicopter...Read more -
Marlborough Sounds
A huge maze of beaches, bays and hills formed after the last ice age, the Marlborough Sounds are the perfect place to hike, bike or boat...Read more -
Lake Taupo
Vast Lake Taupo is as big as Singapore and was created 2,000 years ago from a volcanic eruption so huge it would have been seen from China...Read more -
Hokitika
New Zealand’s wild west coast is linked by a single track through Greymouth, Kumara, Cowboy Paradise, Hokitika and Ross...Read more -
Christchurch
Most travellers use Christchurch as a base for exploring the south island, but there is plenty to see in this upwardly-mobile city...Read more -
Arthur’s Pass National Park
Head into Arthur’s Pass National Park by road and you’ll encounter some of New Zealand’s most spectacular engineering, including viaducts, precipitous bridges and redirected waterfalls...Read more -
Dunedin
Little Dunedin is full of pretty gardens and boutique cafes, making a lovely stop on routes on the south island...Read more -
Nelson
Nelson Tasman is known as one of New Zealand’s most artistic places, with painters, sculptor and jewellery makers are living here...Read more -
Lake Heron
Lake Heron Station is an authentic working sheep farm, making it the perfect place to experience high-country New Zealand life...Read more -
Wellington
Creative Wellington has a claim to be New Zealand’s most cultural city...Read more
New Zealand Lord of the Rings route
Head into Mordor, explore Isengard and chill out in Hobbiton
Approx. 19 days
Auckland (1 days) → Rotorua (2) → Lake Taupo (3) → Wellington (3) → Nelson (1) → Kaikoura (1) → Lake Heron (1) → Lake Tekapo (1) → Queenstown (2) → Milford Sound (1) → Queenstown (1) → Auckland (2)
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Auckland (1 days) → Rotorua (2) → Lake Taupo (3) → Wellington (3) → Nelson (1) → Kaikoura (1) → Lake Heron (1) → Lake Tekapo (1) → Queenstown (2) → Milford Sound (1) → Queenstown (1) → Auckland (2)
New Zealand wildlife and waterways
New Zealand in two weeks
Approx. 14 days
Auckland (1 days) → Lake Taupo (2) → Marlborough Sounds (3) → Kaikoura (3) → Queenstown (1) → Milford Sound (1) → Queenstown (3)
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Auckland (1 days) → Lake Taupo (2) → Marlborough Sounds (3) → Kaikoura (3) → Queenstown (1) → Milford Sound (1) → Queenstown (3)
South Island wildlife route
Whale-watching, birding and wildlife on New Zealand’s south island
Approx. 13 days
Christchurch (1 days) → Milford Sound (2) → Stewart Island (3) → Dunedin (2) → Kaikoura (2) → Nelson (3)
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Christchurch (1 days) → Milford Sound (2) → Stewart Island (3) → Dunedin (2) → Kaikoura (2) → Nelson (3)
Complete New Zealand
Explore everything New Zealand has to offer
Approx. 20 days
Auckland (1 days) → Coromandel (2) → Rotorua (2) → Lake Taupo (2) → Wellington (2) → Kaikoura (1) → Christchurch (1) → Lake Tekapo (1) → Queenstown (2) → Wanaka (2) → Franz Josef Glacier (2) → Christchurch (2)
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Auckland (1 days) → Coromandel (2) → Rotorua (2) → Lake Taupo (2) → Wellington (2) → Kaikoura (1) → Christchurch (1) → Lake Tekapo (1) → Queenstown (2) → Wanaka (2) → Franz Josef Glacier (2) → Christchurch (2)
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