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  • Twilight over Wellington harbour and an photo opportunity while on your New Zealand vacation.
  • Wellingtons skyline
  • Parliament library of Wellington
  • An aerial view of central Wellington
  • Parliament and Beehive office buildings in central Wellington are great photo opportunities while on New Zealand tours.
  • Wellington Harbour taken from Mount Victoria

Wellington is the capital city of New Zealand located at the southwest tip of the North Island and known as the country’s centre for arts and culture. It was named after Arthur Wellesley, the first Duke of Wellington. Being the political centre, one will see, on a New Zealand vacation, numerous government buildings. It is also a university city. In recent years, it has become an important centre for New Zealand’s film industry.

This compact picturesque city is nestled between a stunning harbour and rolling green hills adorned with tiered suburbs of colonial villas. The best place to really “view” Wellington is from Mount Victoria Lookout where parts of some of the Lord of the Rings movies were filmed. Wonderful views are also available by taking the Wellington Cable Car which takes you to the Botanic Gardens and the Carter Observatory on Wellington tours.

It is a very walkable city with all of its restaurants, cafes, bars, galleries and shops in close proximity to each other. This is evident in central lively Courtney Place where cultural and nightlife activities abound. There are a number of museums and art galleries including the Katherine Mansfield Birthplace Museum, all to be enjoyed on New Zealand tours. As far as dining is concerned, there is an excellent choice of European, Asian and Polynesian cuisines from which to choose as well as local New Zealand dishes. For wine connoisseurs, not far away is Martinborough Wine Village where you can sample one of the world’s best pinot noirs.

 

 

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Learn about the history and culture of New Zealand, the must-try food and drink, and what to pack in your suitcase. Read about New Zealand's nature and wildlife, weather and geography, along with 'Country Quickfacts' compiled by our travel experts. Our globetrotting tips, as well as our visa and health information, will help ensure you're properly prepared for a safe and enjoyable trip. The only way you could possibly learn more is by embarking on your journey and discovering New Zealand for yourself. Start exploring...book a New Zealand vacation today!

 

Extend Your Stay

Consider an additional stopover to your New Zealand vacation at one of Goway's South Pacific destinations. You can choose from our selection of Australian vacations, Tahiti vacation packages or stay at one of our Fiji resorts or perhaps take a Cook Island vacation. This can be done stopping over en route to or from New Zealand.

 

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Wellington, New Zealand

  • New Zealand Odyssey: Auckland, Napier, Wellington, Queenstown & More

    FIRST-CLASS | SMALL GROUP: Explore the natural wonders and cultural highlights of New Zealand on this exclusive small group journey with Goway. Go behind the scenes of famous landmarks and delve deeper into the welcoming culture of New Zealand in Auckland, Rotorua, Wellington, Christchurch, and the breathtaking fjord of Milford Sound.
    Duration:
    13 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 6,095
    Trip Type:
    Small Group Touring
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  • Classic New Zealand: Small Group

    FIRST-CLASS | TAILOR-MADE: This is the ultimate classic New Zealand tour. Begin in Auckland and then it’s on to Rotorua, next head south to the capital, Wellington before embarking on a trip through the scenic South Island. See stunning Milford Sound, and enjoy the day in exhilarating Queenstown before heading into glacier country.
    Duration:
    13 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 2,922
    Trip Type:
    Classics (Bestsellers), Small Group Touring, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Ultimate New Zealand: Auckland, Hawkes Bay, Queenstown

    DELUXE | PRIVATE-GUIDED: Embark on a journey through the scenic attractions of diverse New Zealand, staying at some of the most luxurious accommodation available in Auckland, Hawkes Bay and Queenstown. Participate as one of the crew on an authentic America's yacht in Auckland, experience one of New Zealand's best wine regions, fly over the snow capped Southern Alps and cruise magnificent Milford Sound.
    Duration:
    9 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 7,779
    Trip Type:
    Bucket List Travel Ideas, Luxury and Beyond, Private Experiences, Stays of Distinction, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Signature New Zealand with Airfare

    DELUXE | PRIVATE-GUIDED: Experience New Zealand in style with private-guided touring and deluxe accom­modations. See Auckland from above as you soar in a seaplane to a stunning beach house for a fine 3 course meal in a natural setting. Pamper yourself in Rotorua at the Polynesian Spa along with experiencing the Maori culture before enjoying a gourmet taste of Wellington. Fly to Milford Sound onboard a scenic flight and witness the cascading waterfalls as you cruise the stunning Fjords.
    Duration:
    15 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 7,299
    Trip Type:
    Private Experiences, Tailor-made Travel Ideas, Vacation Packages with Airfare
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  • Wine Lovers New Zealand

    FIRST-CLASS | TAILOR-MADE: New Zealand is now on the map as one of the world’s best up and coming wine producing and grape growing countries, and the best part is that there is so much else to see and do: Maori culture, stunning mountains, lake and valley experiences, fresh air and fresh sustainable food choices, friendly kiwis and an overall sense that this is the way the world should be!
    Duration:
    16 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 4,149
    Trip Type:
    Small Group Touring, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Complete New Zealand

    FIRST-CLASS | TAILOR-MADE: Travel from Auckland to Queenstown experiencing the scenery of New Zealand's North and South islands. Explore Waitomo Caves, visit Rotorua and Napier, experience the Abel Tasman National Park by boat, see the famous Pancake Rocks then investigate the glaciers at Franz Josef.
    Duration:
    10 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,920
    Trip Type:
    Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Classic New Zealand

    FIRST-CLASS | TAILOR-MADE: This is the ultimate classic New Zealand tour. Begin in Auckland and then it’s on to Rotorua, next head South to the capital, Wellington before embarking on the scenic South Island with stops in Queenstown, the West Coast and Christchurch. Experience one of the most scenic rail journeys in the world as the TransAlpine takes you from Greymouth to Christchurch.
    Duration:
    13 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 3,641
    Trip Type:
    Classics (Bestsellers), Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Auckland: Northern Explorer: Value Plus Escorted Vacation

    MODERATE | ESCORETED COACH TOUR: Experience the best of New Zealand’s North Island including the Bay of Islands and Rotorua.
    Duration:
    8 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 2,495
    Trip Type:
    Escorted Coach Touring, Single Friendly
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  • Christchurch: Incredible New Zealand: Value Plus Escorted Vacation

    MODERATE | ESCORTED COACH TOUR: Explore New Zealand’s North and South Islands on this 13-day adventure. Make your way from Christchurch to Auckland, stopping at New Zealand’s most beautiful lakes, mountain ranges, waterfalls, beaches, rainforests, glaciers, and even glow worm caves on this escorted coach tour.
    Prices From:
    US$ 4,195
    Trip Type:
    Escorted Coach Touring, Single Friendly
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  • Discover Wellington

    MODERATE | TAILOR-MADE: Perched on the edge of a beautiful harbour, Wellington is a stunning city. Vibrant and cultured, it combines the sophistication of a big city with the quirkiness of a charming village.
    Duration:
    3 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 650
    Trip Type:
    Stopovers/City Breaks, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Wellington: The Long White Cloud: Premier Escorted Luxury Vacation

    Unearth cultural treasures and heartfelt moments as you travel the length of the North Island of New Zealand. Discover the cultural highlights of the capital Wellington, experience the wonder of a traditional Maori meal cooked underground in Rotorua, and delve into Art Deco art history in Napier.
    Duration:
    8 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 3,656
    Trip Type:
    Escorted Coach Touring
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  • Wines, Whales & Hot Springs

    Arriving in Wellington, explore the capital before enjoying Blenheim’s wine region. Next is Kaikoura, renowned for year-round whale and dolphin watching then relax in Hamner Springs.
    Duration:
    7 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 819
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
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