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Twelve Day New Zealand Itineraries

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A spectacular vacation is calling. Adventurers gravitate to this destination for its stunning landscapes and exhilarating experiences, but any traveler can find amazement in New Zealand. Explore thriving cities, sip on tantalizing wines, discover fascinating culture, and partake in unique outdoor adventures. Create your 12-day New Zealand itinerary with Zicasso.

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Queenstown under the rays of the setting sun
12 Day Best of New Zealand Tour

12 Day Custom Tour

Dynamic pricing from $10,915

You don’t have to ask for the best to know that the best is what you’re getting. The silence of Milford Sound surrounds you. The vista of the Panorama Restaurant stretches before you. The steam from the crater on White Island rises into the sky. From the Art Deco architecture of Napier to the extraordinary culture of Rotorua, New Zealand is filled with the unique, the diverse, and nothing less than the exceptional. This is New Zealand at its best and it never settles for less.

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Countryside of New Zealand
Idyllic 12-Day New Zealand Private Tour for Seniors

12 Day Custom Tour

Dynamic pricing from $10,915

Welcome to New Zealand and 12 days of volcanic hot springs, immense fjords, luxurious vineyards, and surreal journeys in nature. Here, you can immerse yourself in nature and culture, explore otherworldly landscapes, and travel at your pace. Handcrafted for senior travelers, this luxurious five-destination adventure covers an excellent diversity of experiences on the North and South islands. All you have to do is sit back and enjoy the show in Middle Earth and beyond.

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Vineyards in Wanaka, New Zealand
Best of New Zealand: Essential 12-Day Itinerary

12 Day Custom Tour

Dynamic pricing from $3,895

Marketing SummaryThe magical landscape of New Zealand unfolds over 12 days of fjords, vineyards, lakeside bliss, and thrilling outdoor adventures. Handcrafted with a sublime selection of exclusive experiences, this luxury itinerary balances the surreal wilderness with inviting towns and scenes from Middle Earth. It features scenic flights, wild adventures, indulgent spas, and some of the country’s best lodges. Get closer to nature, explore astonishing landscapes, and bask in New Zealand’s insatiable allure.

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Aerial view of Malborough Sounds in New Zealand
Spectacular New Zealand Family Itinerary in 14 Days

14 Day Custom Tour

Dynamic pricing from $5,455

Handcrafted with a perfect mix of culture, nature, and the outdoors, this two-week New Zealand family tour will reveal the country’s highlights and give your family time to rest and explore. New Zealand offers a sublime range of experiences to bring a family together, such as Maori encounters, Lord of the Rings filming locations, secluded beaches, inspiring fjords, and endless outdoor activities. This getaway features stunning accommodation, guided tours, and exclusive experiences.

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Mitre Peak at Milford Sound, New Zealand
The Classic New Zealand Discovery Tour

12 Day Custom Tour

Dynamic pricing from $10,915

Fantastical landscapes and vibrant culture will captivate you during your 12-day New Zealand highlights tour. The majesty of dramatic cliffs lining a pristine sound and caves shimmering glowworms will reveal the spirit of the North and South islands. You will have an immersive experience to the heart of Middle Earth and witness captivating blue glaciers as you venture into luxury and epic scenery on your New Zealand adventure.

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Traverse the fabulous natural landscape of Queenstown in New Zealand
New Zealand Tour for Couples

12 Day Custom Tour

Dynamic pricing from $3,895

Bask in romance and passion during your 12-day New Zealand tour for couples. The stunning landscape will take you on a journey across the spectacular North and South islands to explore the highlights of sprawling prairies, rugged coastlines, and undulating mountains. You will hear traditional Maori songs, sip delicious wines, witness the steam rise from celebrated geysers, and bask in wondrous luxury during your romantic New Zealand getaway.

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To get all the details you need to make your dream trip happen, submit a Trip Request, and get connected to a top travel specialist.

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Your trip can take you snowboarding down steep powdery slopes, trekking over stunning glaciers, or stepping into a life-sized hobbit hole.

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Nature carved the main islands with pristine majesty to form national parks, world-famous wave breaks, and celebrated slopes for skiing and snowboarding.

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