New Zealand Tours in Summer

and exceeded every expectation. It’s my second Contiki and I was so Impressed with the professionalism and hard work that ash put into everything. You could see the work she put into everything and the care was unmatched. Although unfortunate that a few things were cancelled and handled it with Grace and tried to make up for it in every way. I think we had a good amount of time in each place and enjoyed each moment. Really really want to reiterate how good was. From the music on the bus, to how responsive she was on messages before during and after the trip and how every day was planned to the T and she made sure we all had a trip personalised to ourselves.

I thoroughly enjoyed it. As my first Contiki tour, it far exceeded my expectations. I had the pleasure of experiencing a helicopter ride not once, but twice in the same week, and although I had visited Queenstown before, this trip offered a completely new and wonderful perspective. My three most memorable moments were the helicopter flight to Franz Josef Glacier (the 30-minute flight is well worth it), a delightful evening at the small bar by Lake Ohau where I achieved a bullseye on my second ever dart throw, and the unforgettable Milford Sound cruise. My Trip Manager and Coach Captain were exceptional and contributed greatly to making it a truly wonderful experience, as did the opportunity to meet such a diverse and interesting group of people from all over the world. I will certainly not forget this trip and am already considering my next adventure.

Travelling to NZ for my first Contiki trip/solo travel is one of the best things I could have done. The trip is so well organised all you have to do is sit back, relax and literally enjoy the ride. Both trip manager and bus driver were so much fun and always willing to help and answer any question, make recommendations and make sure you are having fun. This 12 day trip and plenty of sightseeing, inclusions and free time, along with getting to see some of the best of NZ with an incredible group of travel buddies.

Everything about this trip was amazing, the planning, accommodations, the svenery, the activities including free time are ons and the trip manager and drivers. Everyone on the trip made sure that everyone on the tour was included and was having a good time. I wish I chose a longer tour because 6 days was no where near enough I just wanted more from the moment it ended

We learned about the history of the people and sites. The ancient and current use of the geothermal areas, even eating food cooked in the hot pools was memorable. We rode on 6 different boats in beautiful waterways, seeing native plants and vegetation as well as animal species. The water was glacier blue, clean and clear. Staying in the same hotel for 2 nights in a row, not having to have our bags out early every morning was a treat. We traveled in Land Rovers in the hillsides and rivers of the south NZ island. I loved the Mrs Jones fruit stand stop on the way to the picturesque Milford Sound. Tourists were well received and cared for at all locations. I wished we had more time in Auckland and the north island of NZ. Australia had its own wonderful flavor of living. It was great to experience it as well.

Get social New Zealand was absolutely incredible. Our tour guide, Runty, made the experience amazing, despite some long driving days in the south island. I would recommend this trip to everyone and anyone, particularly if you want a mix of some adrenalin and adventure, scenic views and landscapes and social connections with others in your group.