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Are you currently dreaming about mountains, rivers, sea coasts, glaciers, and islands? Well, you are dreaming of New Zealand then. An island country on the south-west Pacific Ocean, New Zealand offers travelers everything, ranging from mountains and glaciers to volcanoes, beaches, and sea caves.
There are so many interesting spots to explore that you may not find one trip enough to have your fill. Hence, finding suitable New Zealand Tour Packages that cover the maximum number of places should be your priority.
Some of the amazing places in New Zealand that you shouldn’t miss:
Talk beaches, islands, and yachting?
The Bay of Islands is a string of 144 islands, dotting the waters of Cape Brett and Purerua Peninsula, which is approximately a 3-hour drive to the north of Auckland. You can also take the flight and reach the Bay of Island airport (also known as the Kerikeri airport). The place offers an abundance of marine adventures namely, cruising, kayaking, and yachting besides giving you a taste of its exotic wildlife that includes penguins, whales, dolphins, marlins and more.
Seeking a place of solitude, away from the crowd and into the lap of mountains? This mountain town offers amazing walking, biking and skiing trails with breathtaking views from the top. The slopes of Treble Cone and the ski resorts can make your stay memorable and give you enough reasons to come back again. Oh, and don’t forget to visit the Puzzle World here.
The hot, tourist-loved beach in Auckland offers a wonderful ambiance to relax and unwind. Dolphins and orca sightings during springtime along with the mouth-watering gelato in the Takapuna Beach Café will surely add value to your rejuvenating holiday. However, adventure seekers can trek to Rangitoto Island, which is a dormant volcano, and get a full view of the Auckland Harbour from its summit.
The highest mountain in the island country, Mount Cook is a must-visit for trekkers, rock climbers and hikers alike. Take the track along the Hooker River to get breathtaking views of the ancient glaciers and the swing bridges. You can also visit the Mount Cook National Park on your way back.
Are you thinking crowd, city marvels and adventures? Well, Queenstown it is then! Every year, a large number of tourists from all over the world fly to this place to take amazing Gondola rides, enjoy the picturesque views of the Southern Alps, experience an adrenaline rush through Bungee jumping, feed and shop to their heart’s content. So, what’s stopping you?
Mother Nature has filled the entire 30,000 hectares of green forests with her raw beauty, making it an absolute peace haven for the nature worshippers. Take the 11km Punakaiki – Porarari track to experience the entirety of the natural beauty, including pancake rocks and blowholes amidst the dense green forests.
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The Napier is characterized by Spanish Mission-style architecture, gourmet restaurants, and Art Deco buildings, all of which give you an experience of the Maori World. You can fly to Hawke’s Bay Airport from Auckland Airport, one of the most popular international airports in the world. You can also take the road from Auckland to Napier, which takes approximately 6-8 hours by bus.
Looking for a tranquil ambiance beside the sea and away from the crowded cities? The Coromandel Peninsula can offer you golden beaches and adventure activities like, hiking, sky-diving, and kayaking besides fulfilling your needs to stay away from the hustle and bustle of the cities. Hot Water Beach and Thames, a small gold mining city, are major attractions of the place.
Intrigued by frozen rivers and the glacial landscapes? Do not forget to take a helicopter ride over the Franz Josef and Fox glaciers, or a guided hike to experience the frozen beauty of icy peaks and caves up close. You can take a bus from Queenstown, Christchurch, or Wanaka to the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers, as the road trip may feed your adventure spirit appropriately.
Wish to enhance the thrill factor in your trip? Take a fearless helicopter ride over the White Island, which is an active volcano in New Zealand. However, you have to wear gas masks and hard hats, but those will add more thrill to your adventure. The view of the volcano is, no doubt, incredible, but you can also indulge in other activities like scuba diving, to explore the underwater volcanic vents.
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It can be a tad difficult to find New Zealand holiday packages that encompass all the aforementioned adventures. However, if you go for customized tours, you can cover most of them. Get in touch with a tour operator, who is more than willing to customize the tour package according to your preferences.
Shalu Prajesh is a passionate Traveler. She loves to read articles related to travel, and Holidays. She works with the best International Tour Operator In India. She also has a strong passion for writing creative blogs and articles about Travel and Holidays.
