In New Zealand, respect for the local art, culture and indigenous people is second only to environmental concern and this tiny nation still has some of the most untouched, unspoilt locations on the planet. A concentration of pristine beaches, dense forests, volcanoes, fjords, Alpine heights and mind-boggling marine life makes this a hot spot for tourists. Bungee jumping is a must, as is snorkelling or deep sea diving and fish and chips. To get under Kiwi skin, read ‘The Whale Rider’ by Witi Ihimaera, watch ‘The Lord of the Rings’ for the awe-inspiring landscape and listen to Salmonella Dub’s ‘Killer Version’.
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Hotels/Packages
Escorted Tours
Rail Travel
Cruises
Sightseeing
Honeymoon
Hotels/Packages
There’s so much to see and experience that it can get quite confusing! To make things easier, here are a host of accommodation options, day tours, excursions and short duration packages that will help you discover hidden treasures and best value deals!
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Escorted Tours
The best and easiest way to see the highlights is on an escorted tour, where all your travel, accommodation and sightseeing arrangements are well taken care of. A knowledgeable local guide brings history and culture to life as you travel in the comfort of your deluxe coach.
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Rail Travel
Trail travel lets you get a taste of local life, besides being convenient, fast and economical. Watch the breathtaking scenery go by, stop at places that take your fancy and travel from city centre to city centre. Rail passes often offer savings on entrance fees to monuments, mountain railway tickets and more.
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Cruises
For sheer luxury and convenience, nothing can beat a cruise holiday. There’s no unpacking and repacking, no hopping from hotel to hotel, no waits at airports. You travel in style in a floating hotel that takes you from one interesting port to another, offers you fine dining and lots of exciting entertainment on board!
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Sightseeing
There’s so many things to do and see that you’ll never have enough time to do them all. Take a look at our recommended sightseeing options, plan your trip around them and enjoy the thrill of discovery!
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Honeymoon
Let’s face it, a honeymoon is a once in a life time event that will leave you with romantic memories to last forever. We offer you some great honeymoon options and experiences that will be truly unforgettable!
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Information
Capital: Wellington
Official Languages: English, Maori
Government: Constitutional Monarchy
Currency: New Zealand Dollar
Time Zone:: +12:00 GMT (6½ hrs ahead of India)
Telephone Calling Code: : 0064
When to Visit
Best time to visit: November to April. The average temperature in New Zealand is 12.5°C. The highest monthly average temperature is 20°C in January and February, while the lowest monthly average temperature is 5°C in July.
What to Eat and Drink
Kiwi cuisine is known as Pacific Rim cuisine, a blend of Pacific and Asian flavours with an Anglo Saxon mix. Wellington, the capital, is reputed to have more food joints per capita than New York, with 300 plus cafés and restaurants in an area just two square kilometres.
What to eat and drink
Hangi: Traditional Maori meat feast cooked in an underground oven
Roasted New Zealand lamb
Scallops and green-lipped mussels
Downunder cheese puffs
Muttonbird: Maori delicacy that tastes like fish-flavoured chicken
Whitebait: A seasonal delicacy
All kinds of cheeses
Custard tarts and cream buns
Pavlova: A meringue with whipped cream and fruit
Hokey Pokey ice cream
Ginger beer
Wines: Chardonnay from Hawkes Bay and Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough
What to Buy
Maori carvings in wood,
bone and pounamu (greenstone or jade), jewellery and ornaments made from the paua shell (abalone), handknitted wool sweaters, wall hangings, homespun yarns, manuka honey, kiwi souvenirs, oils and cosmetics, beer, wine, cheese.
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