New Zealand
Volcanoes, fjords, forests and scenic roads at the other end of the world.
— Why we chose
New Zealand
New Zealand is one of the few places in the world where the journey itself becomes part of the experience. Every day the scenery changes completely: volcanoes, forests, glacial lakes, mountains, fjords, wild coasts and small villages follow one another without ever feeling repetitive. It's a destination that invites you to slow down, stop at scenic viewpoints, drive spectacular roads and experience nature in its most authentic form.
— Choose your experience
Choose your New Zealand journey
New Zealand, the North Island & Māori culture
A journey dedicated to New Zealand's most cultural and volcanic soul: Auckland, Hobbiton, the Coromandel peninsula, Rotorua and its Māori tradition, Tongariro National Park and Wellington.
At a glance
Destination
Auckland, Hobbiton, Coromandel, Rotorua, Tongariro, Wellington
Durations
14 days
Ideal period
November – March
Ideal for
Couples, families, culture and nature lovers
Formula
Rental car road trip with customizable stops
Signature experiences
- Auckland, the city of sails
- Hobbiton and the Lord of the Rings set
- Rotorua geothermal wonders and geysers
- Authentic Māori culture
- Tongariro National Park
- Beaches and cliffs of Coromandel
Day-by-day program
Wild New Zealand, the South Island
A road trip through New Zealand's wildest soul: Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Mount Cook, Queenstown, the fjords of Milford Sound, Wanaka, Franz Josef and the west coast.
At a glance
Destination
Christchurch, Tekapo, Mount Cook, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Wanaka, Franz Josef
Durations
14 days
Ideal period
November – March
Ideal for
Couples, friends, families with teens, nature lovers
Formula
Rental car road trip with customizable stops
Signature experiences
- Southern Alps and Mount Cook
- Turquoise lakes of Tekapo and Wanaka
- Fjords of Milford Sound
- Franz Josef glaciers
- Queenstown, adventure capital
- South Island scenic drives
Day-by-day program
New Zealand Full Immersion
The definitive New Zealand journey: from the North Island with Auckland, Rotorua and Tongariro, to the South Island with Queenstown, Milford Sound and the Franz Josef glaciers, linked by the scenic ferry via Wellington.
At a glance
Destination
North and South Islands
Durations
21 days
Ideal period
November – March
Ideal for
Great travellers, couples, honeymoons
Formula
Rental car road trip with ferry between the two islands
Signature experiences
- Auckland and Wellington
- Hobbiton and Māori culture
- Rotorua geothermal wonders
- Tongariro and Southern Alps
- Fjords of Milford Sound
- Scenic ferry between the two islands
Day-by-day program
— Quick facts
New Zealand
Best season
November – March
Shoulder seasons
October and April
Flight duration
~24h with stopover
Ideal travellers
Couples, families, friends, honeymooners
Difficulty
Easy
Travel style
Road trip, nature, culture
Experiences you'll live
Always included with Mauna
- Flights to and from Italy
- Carefully selected accommodations
- Car rental or transfers included
- Medical and baggage insurance
- Fully customizable itinerary
- Support before and during the journey
- Destination personally explored by our team
The activities described in the itinerary represent the experiences you can enjoy during the journey. Some may be optional and will always be clearly indicated. If the journey includes domestic flights, they are always included.
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