New Zealand: North and South
Our A+ Tour collection features exclusive educational programming and immersive experiences that you can only get through EF–they are rated exceptionally high by educators who travel with us.
Rising from the deep blue of the Pacific Ocean is New Zealand, an archipelago consisting of two main islands and over 700 smaller ones, each with an adventure waiting to unfold. Glide through the pristine waters of Lake Rotorua on a Duck Tour, where your group will commandeer a converted WWII landing craft to hunt for hissing geysers and bubbling mud pools. Step into the heart of Maori culture at the Whakarewarewa Village, where the warmth of an authentic Hangi feast unites tradition with taste. Explore the treasures of the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, a trove of stories and taonga (a Māori word for 'treasured possession') that weave the past into the present. For fans of epic tales, the optional Lord of the Rings excursion offers a magical journey through Middle-earth, complete with props and detailed insights from the film’s background performers. Your adventure culminates at the International Antarctic Centre in Christchurch, where the chill of the polar world contrasts with the warmth of Kiwi hospitality. This tour is an invitation to immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of New Zealand’s heritage, a journey that educates as much as it enthrals.
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Day 1: Fly to New Zealand
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Day 2: Cross the International Date Line
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Day 3: Auckland
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationTake a tour of Auckland -
Day 4: Auckland | Rotorua
Travel to RotoruaWatch a sheep and dog show at the Agrodome
Take a Rotorua duck tour
Enjoy an authentic Hangi Feast
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Day 5: Rotorua
Visit the Whakarewarewa geothermal area
Visit the Whakarewarewa Maori Village
Ride the Skyline GondolaLearn about jade carving in a local craftsman's shop
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Day 6: Rotorua | Wellington
Travel along the Kapiti Coast to WellingtonSee Lake Taupo -
Day 7: Wellington
Guided Visit of the Wellington Government buildings
Visit the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa TongarewaAdd this in-depth excursion:
Lord of the Rings
This is your chance to meet some of the extras from the film and have the opportunity to view many of the filming locations, as well as handle memorabilia from the movies.
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Day 8: Wellington | Picton | Christchurch
Take a ferry to Picton
Continue on to Christchurch
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Day 9: Christchurch
Take a tour of Christchurch
Take the Christchurch Gondola
Visit the International Antarctic Center
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Day 10: Depart for home
Add 3 more days
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Day 10: Christchurch | Franz Josef
Travel to Franz Josef
Make stops at Arthur Pass and Hokitika
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Day 11: Franz Josef
Take a guided tour of Franz Josef Glacier
Visit the Glacier Hot Pools
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Day 12: Franz Josef | Christchurch
Take a train to Christchurch
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Day 13: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly to New Zealand
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Day 2: Cross the International Date Line
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Day 3: Auckland
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationTake a tour of Auckland -
Day 4: Auckland | Rotorua
Travel to RotoruaWatch a sheep and dog show at the Agrodome
Take a Rotorua duck tour
Enjoy an authentic Hangi Feast
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Day 5: Rotorua
Visit the Whakarewarewa geothermal area
Visit the Whakarewarewa Maori Village
Ride the Skyline GondolaLearn about jade carving in a local craftsman's shop
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Day 6: Rotorua | Wellington
Travel along the Kapiti Coast to WellingtonSee Lake Taupo -
Day 7: Wellington
Guided Visit of the Wellington Government buildings
Visit the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa TongarewaAdd this in-depth excursion:
Lord of the Rings
This is your chance to meet some of the extras from the film and have the opportunity to view many of the filming locations, as well as handle memorabilia from the movies.
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Day 8: Wellington | Picton | Christchurch
Take a ferry to Picton
Continue on to Christchurch
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Day 9: Christchurch
Take a tour of Christchurch
Take the Christchurch Gondola
Visit the International Antarctic Center
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Day 10: Depart for home
Add 3 more days
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Day 10: Christchurch | Franz Josef
Travel to Franz Josef
Make stops at Arthur Pass and Hokitika
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Day 11: Franz Josef
Take a guided tour of Franz Josef Glacier
Visit the Glacier Hot Pools
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Day 12: Franz Josef | Christchurch
Take a train to Christchurch
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Day 13: Depart for home
See what an EF tour is really like
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Everything you get
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Airfare & transportation
Your flights—covered. Buses, trains, cruise ships, ferries and subways—covered. We take care of getting you around so you can enjoy the ride.
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Hotels
Safe, comfortable hotels with private bathrooms will be waiting for you at your destination.
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Meals
Breakfast and dinner daily
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Entrances
Rotorua Duck Tour; Agrodome; Whaka geothermal area; Maori Village; Skyline Gondola; Te Papa Museum; International Antarctic Center; Christchurch Gondola; With extension; Franz Josef Glacier Hot Pools
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Full-time Tour Director
Your dedicated Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides add cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travellers to planning and managing your tour.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travellers and their families can count on EF’s dedicated emergency service team.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we’re there too.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances.
Pricing that makes travel possible
Payment options
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Program price valid for today. Program price is based on EF’s free place ratio of 8:1 and includes all airline/travel provider surcharges, departure taxes and airport fees. Please call 1-800-387-1460 for more information.