New Zealand Coach & Small Group Tours

ESCORTED COACH TOURS

New Zealand escorted coach tours are a fantastic no-hassle option with everything catered for including your accommodation, sightseeing activities and the services of experienced tour guides. Read more about New Zealand Escorted Coach Tours.

Both IslandsEscorted Coach Tours

Both Islands
Escorted Coach Tours

Looking to discover all of our country? Search through our guided coach tours covering both islands of New Zealand. Each itinerary has been specifically designed by Kiwi's to ensure you discover the REAL New Zealand.

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North IslandEscorted Coach Tours

North Island
Escorted Coach Tours

The North's landscape is all about rolling farmland, secluded coves, deserted beaches and ancient temperate forests. Our North Island coach tours allow you to discover the soul of New Zealand.

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South IslandEscorted Coach Tours

South Island
Escorted Coach Tours

Discover the majesty of New Zealand's south on one of our South Island coach tours. The South Island is 'Lord of the Rings' country - awe inspiring landscapes, glaciers, cystal clear rivers and magnificant fiords unique to New Zealand.

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Special InterestCoach Tours

Special Interest
Coach Tours

Single travellers, train and rail buffs, green thumbs plus LOTR fans. Aviation and airshow devotees as well as lawn bowls enthusiasts - we have a New Zealand special interest coach tour that has been designed with you in mind!

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INDEPENDENT COACH TOURS

New Zealand independent coach and rail tours are designed by Relaxing Journeys for those travellers seeking the advantages of an independent holiday, with the assurance of a well planned, pre-booked itinerary. Read more about New Zealand Independent Coach Tours.

Both IslandsIndependent Coach Tours

Both Islands
Independent Coach Tours

Choose from over 20 different independent Tours travelling the length of New Zealand which include rail, coach, cruising and ferry trips combined with the assurances of a well planned, pre-booked itinerary at a very reasonable cost.

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North IslandCoach Tours

North Island
Coach Tours

Cosmopolitan cites, rolling farmland and gorgeous beaches, we will help you plan the perfect North Island holiday experience. And remember, we can add and take off days in the middle, start or end of your tour to suit your requirements.

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South IslandCoach Tours

South Island
Coach Tours

Discover the majesty of New Zealand's South Island on one of our independent coach & rail tours. This is 'Lord of the Rings' country, awe inspiring landscapes, glaciers, rivers and fiords that you will not find anywhere else in the world.

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IndependentCoach & Fly Tours

Independent
Coach & Fly Tours

If you are short on time but still wish to see the as much of New Zealand as possible, why not try a New Zealand tour that combines coach transport with a domestic flight. Coach & fly tours starting & finishing in Auckland & Christchurch!

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SMALL GROUP TOURS

If touring in a larger group isn’t for you and the idea of driving yourself doesn’t appeal, a small group tour is just the answer. You’ll love the difference. Never more than 20 guests, more leisure time, fabulous dining as well as travel in comfort and style with friendly professional hosts. Read more about New Zealand Small Group Tours.

Both IslandsSmall Group Tours

Both Islands
Small Group Tours

Choose one of our unique small group tours covering the must-see areas of New Zealand. Our trips allow you to appreciate the best of New Zealand and its people by giving you the chance to participate & not just spectate!

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North IslandSmall Group Tours

North Island
Small Group Tours

An amazing summer destination, North Island delights include secluded coves and beaches, quaint country towns amongst rolling hills and the volcanic, geothermal wonderland in the island's centre.

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South IslandSmall Group Tours

South Island
Small Group Tours

Each small group itinerary has been individually created by our local travel specialists and include unique travel experiences while remaining flexible enough to allow you to discover the South Island at a relaxed pace.

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Special InterestSmall Group Tours

Special Interest
Small Group Tours

Christmas tours, single travellers, train & rail buffs, and Lord of the Rings enthusiasts - we have a New Zealand small group tour designed with your interests in mind!

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COMPARE GUIDED TOURING TYPES

Tour Type	Escorted Coach Tours	Small Group Tours	Independent Tours
Average Group Size	30-45 Passengers	5-24 passengers	30-45 Passengers
Tour Hosting	Tour Host & Tour Driver Driver/Guide	Driver/Guide	Coach Driver Provides Commentary
Tour Departures	Scheduled Departures	Scheduled Departures	Daily Departures
Tour Itinerary	Fixed Itinerary (optionals available)	Fixed Itinerary (optionals available)	Fixed Itinerary (configurable at booking stage)
Tour Meals	Breakfasts Included. Some Lunches & Dinners.	Breakfasts Included. Some Lunches & Dinners.	Breakfasts Optional.
Group Dynamic	Travel & Dine Together	Travel & Dine Together	Travel & Dine Indepedently
Tour Cost	Generally budget friendly option	Generally Luxury Touring option	Based on Level of Accommodation Selected
Pricing Range (NZD pp)	New Zealand: $3,100 – $9,200North Island: $1,250 – $3,900South Island: $2,000 – $5,400	New Zealand: $5,250 – $9,400North Island: $2,700 – $4,350South Island: $3,800 – $6,200	New Zealand: $1,600 – $5,400North Island: $800 – $2,800South Island: $900 – $3,200