Tours from Wellington

From Wellington take the stunning journey on the Interislander ferry across the Cook Strait to Picton where you’ll follow the Pacific Ocean coast south through the marine wildlife mecca of Kaikoura to Christchurch. After 2 nights in Christchurch, you’ll cross the Canterbury Plains to the Southern Alps and Mt. Cook National Park. The final leg of your travels takes you to the alpine resort of Queenstown.

Journey through landscapes that blend magnificent beaches, sprawling farmlands and geothermal wonders, as you make your way to the Far North. Explore fertile heartland, showcasing lush forests, rugged mountains and steep gorges. Experience Maori culture through fascinating legends and prepare yourself for the energy of the haka.

Explore from North to South on this great New Zealand 11-day guided adventure.

Experience a luxurious 6-day guided experience along coastal New Zealand.

Experience a taste of New Zealand on our 6-day guided tour

Explore from North to South on this great New Zealand 11-day guided adventure.

This tour squeezes more jaw-dropping scenery into two weeks than any other! The South Island has an unparalleled variety of landscapes from the majestic Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers, to the stunning views across Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown, to the Remarkable Mountains.

From the North Island you’ll cruise across the Cook Strait, passing through the picturesque Marlborough Sounds to Picton.  From here you’ll journey south for an exploration of mountains, glaciers and coastlines that are home to a range of marine wildlife.  Highlights of this tour include, Mt. Cook National Park, the spectacular West Coast and the grand finale which takes you across the Southern Alps on board the Tranz Alpine Scenic Train.

See the sites and taste the delicious wine in Napier. Visit the Huka Falls, the Redwood Forest and New Zealand's wonderful capital.  Immerse yourself in Maori culture and get a real taste of North Island New Zealand as you travel comfortably with Inspiring journeys.

As you cross the Cook Strait on board the Interislander Ferry and enter the Marlborough Sounds, you’ll understand why starting your South Island adventure in the North Island city of Wellington was the way to go – you couldn’t ask for a better introduction to the natural beauty of the South.  Other highlights of this tour include the marine wildlife of the Kaikoura coastline, Mt Cook National Park and the pristine fiord and forest clad mountains of Milford Sound.

Experience the best of Wellington including a visit to Weta Workshop, Zealandia and a city highlights tour before cruising the stunning Marlborough Sounds and exploring the surrounding wine region.

Explore the cities and scenery from Wellington, then down through the South Island.  Highlights includes the Cook Straight ferry between Wellington and Picton; the world renowned TranzAlpine scenic train journey and a cruise on the spectacular Milford Sound in Fiordland.