Tours and Trips in New Zealand

We are a locally owned, specialised boutique tour company operated by Vicky Eastwood - your experienced & passionate New Zealand tour guide.Vicky's tours are uniquely designed to entice you to explore areas such as Christchurch, Sumner, Lyttleton, Akaroa available as half or full day tours.Mix and match a range of activities in and around the Christchurch city area.

Spend an evening in Middle Earth with a small-group tour from Rotorua to the Hobbiton movie set, where you'll explore the Shire as the sun goes down. Visit Bilbo's hobbit hole, hear behind-the-scenes stories from The Lord of the Rings, then take a walk through the 12-acre site, following paths lit by flickering lanterns and moonlight. Then, sit down for a Hobbit-themed drink and banquet at The Green Dragon Inn before the return trip to Rotorua.

Skydive Queenstown - New Zealand's outdoor adventure capital - and jump from 9,000, 12,000 or 15,000 feet. After a safety briefing, board a small plane and tandem skydive with an experienced guide. Free-falling for a minute at terminal velocity, you'll reach speeds of up to 124 mph (200 kph), then relax as you soak up views of Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables mountain range. Includes transport from Queenstown to the drop zone, just a 20-minute drive away.

See a different side of Queenstown with an expert astronomy guide. Through Celestron telescopes, witness a sight that can't be seen with the naked eye: the constellations, planets, and nebulas above. Even learn to navigate using the Southern Cross constellation as your guide. No telescope experience is necessary, so this tour is suited to anyone. Also experience a night ride of the gondola, a must-do Queenstown attraction.

We are a locally owned, specialised boutique tour company operated by Vicky Eastwood - your experienced & passionate New Zealand tour guide.Vicky's tours are uniquely designed to entice you to explore areas such as Christchurch, Sumner, Lyttleton, Akaroa available as half or full day tours.Mix and match a range of activities in and around the Christchurch city area.

The original since 1975 and still the best! Four hours of unique New Zealand wilderness adventure in the vast Mount Aspiring National Park. Experience a true New Zealand wilderness adventure. Fly, Walk, and Jet boat through New Zealand's most spectacular alpine environment on an adventure like no other.

Enjoy a fully guided tour of Larnach Castle during a day of sightseeing in Dunedin with a small group. See key landmarks such as the Larnach family tomb in Dunedin's old Northern Cemetery. Visit the University of Otago, Dunedin Botanic Garden, Baldwin Street and the Dunedin Railway Station. Then head to the hills of the Otago Peninsula to explore the famous century-old castle. Pickup and drop-off is available from hotels or the cruise port.

Get the ultimate adrenaline fix with an exhilarating tandem skydiving experience in Glenorchy. Feel the thrill of a high-speed free-fall as you jump from 15,000 feet (4,572 meters) and reach speeds of up to 200km/hr (124m/hr). Then, float back to earth under a canopy and soak up the breath-taking scenery of the UNESCO-listed Mt Aspiring and Fiordland national parks. Most importantly: your tandem skydive will be accompanied by a tandem instructor at all times, ensuring maximum fun with minimal risk!

Maximise your time in port in Wellington with a 6-hour shore excursion and take in the highlights of the New Zealand capital. Ride the Wellington Cable Car, take in the views from Mount Victoria, visit the famous Weta Cave, and enjoy free time to explore independently. Port pickup and drop-off is included.

Enjoy wet and wild adventure in Skippers Canyon on this 4.5-hour Queenstown rafting and sightseeing adventure. Take a scenic drive into Skippers Canyon as a guide sheds light on the region's rich gold-mining heritage. On arrival at base, strap into your safety kit and paddle onto the Shotover River's swirling Class I and II rapids. During your descent, tackle the river's swirling twists and turns with a guide and enjoy sweeping views over New Zealand's beautiful countryside. Then, finish your adventure with a swim or a rock-jump.

Explore Wellington's natural and cultural history on a full-day tour that includes the rugged south coast. See exhibits on maritime history at the renowned Museum of Wellington City & Sea, then travel by 4WD to Red Rocks Reserve near Owhiro Bay. Marvel at a New Zealand fur seal colony and sweeping views of Cook Strait and the Tasman Sea while an informative guide shares Maori myths and local birdlife. Enjoy a bistro lunch alongside Wellington Harbour on this small-group tour with a maximum of six people.

Take a jet boat ride on the Shotover River during an extreme 25-minute ride, and make use of transport from Queenstown. Experience adrenaline-fueled fun as the jet boat skims the water's surface at high speed and fishtails into 360-degree spins. Hold on tight as the captain maneuvers the jet boat over rapids and through narrow canyons during one heart-pounding adventure you won't soon forget.

Leap from Auckland's Sky Tower, and you'll achieve SkyJump Auckland bragging rights, Adrenaline junkies can get their fix by falling 630 feet (192 meters) straight down from the base jump, located at the observation tower. This exhilarating SkyJump from New Zealand's tallest man-made structure includes all equipment and a safety briefing with a professional jump master. Look out over the city streets and Hauraki Gulf - that is, if you can keep your eyes open.

Escape the crowds of Milford Sound as you cruise through the popular glacier-carved fjord on a full-day excursion, round-trip from Te Anau. The 1.5-hour Milford Sound morning boat trip glides past stunning sights like Mitre Peak, situated in the UNESCO-listed Fiordland National Park. En route, stop for short walks at scenic spots like Mirror Lakes and the Chasm. Enjoy small-group transport by mini-coach, limited to 33 people, which ensures personalized attention from your guide. Includes lunch plus hotel pickup and drop-off.

Experience a privately guided day hike on the Routeburn Track which is one of New Zealand's 9 Great Walks and is the ultimate alpine adventure! You will leisurely hike alongside the picturesque Routeburn river before heading up to Bridal Veil Waterfall and a swing bridge then leads through to the majestic Routeburn Flats where you will find a stunning spot to rest and enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch. After lunch you will then continue hiking up to the Routeburn Falls Hut through spectacular beech forest and take in views of the Humboldt Mountains. Learn about the history, birdlife, flora and fauna in this remarkable part of New Zealand and enjoy hiking at your own pace with your local private guide.

Adventurous travelers with any level of rock-climbing experience (total beginner to advanced) will enjoy climbing this series of steps fixed into a cliff face. Guides will ensure your safety and instruct you on how to approach the climb, as well as ensure that you climb a section suited to your abilities. Your efforts will be rewarded with incredible views of Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu.

Visit the Coromandel Peninsula - renowned for its idyllic beaches, rugged terrain and pristine rainforest - on this day trip from Auckland. You'll ride a narrow gauge railway through a native kauri forest to a viewing platform where you're rewarded with views over the Hauraki Gulf. Your professional guide takes you to Cathedral Cove and to soak in a thermal pool at Hot Water Beach. A cafe lunch plus round-trip hotel transport are included on this small-group tour, limited to nine people.

Zealandia is the world's first fully fenced urban eco-sanctuary and home to some of New Zealand's most extraordinary wildlife. This 2-hour guided walking tour will introduce you to native birds such as kakariki, tui, and bellbirds; rare species like takahā“; and unique reptiles including green gecko and tuatara. Entrance fees are included.

Discover golden sand beaches, kiwi fruit orchards, historic buildings and traditional New Zealand culture on this 3-hour Tauranga shore excursion including Mt. Maunganui. Travel along Pilot Bay with your guide and gaze across Tauranga Harbour to Matakana Island. Discover evidence of ancient Maori settlements near Mt. Maunganui. Soak up the sunshine at Mt. Ocean Beach, admire the affluent Marine Parade and visit a kiwi orchard. Then, head into the hills for panoramic city and harbor views.

Some tours really do offer thrilling experiences unlike most others. With this Skywalk and Dine tour, walk around the rim of the Sky Tower's deck while attached to a safety line. See Auckland from 192 meters (630 feet) above the ground while a guide points out key landmarks and city locations. Then, reward yourself with a first-rate dinner at the tower's revolving restaurant.