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New Zealand Odyssey

Odysseys by Goway
  • Begin in Auckland, with the All Blacks Experience and Sky Tower dinner.
  • Sip Waiheke Island wines, tour the Hobbiton Movie Set, and experience Te Pō at Te Puia, Rotorua.
  • Trace geothermal colours at Wai-o-Tapu, travel via Lake Taupō to Napier’s Art Deco streets and wineries.
  • Ride the Wellington Cable Car, sail on the Interislander to Picton, and savour a Marlborough Sounds cruise.
  • Spot whales in Kaikoura, ride the iconic Wellington Cable Car, ride the Skyline Gondola in Queenstown and enjoy the amazing All Blacks Experience in Auckland.

14

Days

55 Years of Expertise in Tailor-Made Travel
55 Years of Expertise in Tailor-Made Travel

Trip Features

Epic Scenery
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Showcases landscapes that elevate parts of the journey.
Iconic Landmarks
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Features renowned sites that capture the essence of each destination.
Wildlife Encounters
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Offers chances to observe animals responsibly in their natural habitats.
Odysseys by Goway
Unique small-group journeys operated by Goway.
Escorted Tours
Journeys shared alongside a small group of fellow travellers.

Trip Itinerary

At a Glance

DAY

1

Arrive in Auckland

DAY

2

Explore Waiheke Island

DAY

3

Auckland to Rotorua

DAY

4

Rotorua to Napier

DAY

5

Napier Sightseeing

DAY

6

Napier to Wellington

DAY

7

Wellington to Marlborough

DAY

8

Marlborough Sightseeing

DAY

9

Marlborough Region to Kaikoura

DAY

10

Kaikoura to Christchurch

DAY

11

Christchurch to Queenstown

DAY

12

Day at Leisure and group dinner in Queenstown

DAY

13

Explore Milford Sound

DAY

14

Depart Queenstown

Travel Itinerary
Trip Starts
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Trip Ends

What to Expect

Explore what moves you.

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We had a fabulous Croatia vacation with a cruise from Dubrovnik to Split, followed by land tours on Split and Opatija. Lodging was always comfortable and conveniently located. Tours and activities were perfectly suited to our interests. We have used GoWay for 2 vacations and are currently working on another. Karen
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We would like to thank our travel specialist, Bijal for all the planning and coordinating that was done to make our Tanzania trip as spectacular as it was from start to finish! Everything went so smoothly from our transfers, to our accommodations, to all of our tours! The people we came into contact with were exemplary! There were so many highlights on our trip from the animal sightings, to the balloon flight and champagne breakfast, to all the incredible scenery. Our accommodations were stunning! The level of service was remarkable and the locations were beyond our expectations. To think we would be having dinner and seeing the zebras and the elephants in the distance was amazing! Our tour guide/driver was very knowledgeable, friendly, passionate and had a keen eye for spotting animals in the distance. He made sure that we saw all the animals that we had hoped to see. it was truly a pleasure to spend the week with him. Thank you again to Bijal for all the work in making this once in a lifetime trip so exceptional!! We look forward to having Bijal help us plan our future trips.The Chadwicks and Williams
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I wanted to do a once in a lifetime vacation but had no idea where to start, other than knowing where I wanted to go. I reached out to goway.com and Jessica (shoutout!), who is an expert on our specific destination, sent me an itinerary quickly! She had me going into the jungle one day, so I requested to swap that nonsense for a fishing charter, and before I knew it, my trip was ready. We just returned and it truly was a once in a lifetime experience! The resort service was top notch and (according to locals) we had all of the BEST activities the island has to offer. If you are up in the air at all as to whether or not going through goway is worth the money, I'm here to tell you: If it's peace of mind and a perfect vacation you're looking for, do it now.therealitgirl
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We have used Goway several times to plan simple & more complicated trips. The last 2 trips we worked with Brooke Theron who is extremely customer focused. She listens well & is alway flexible to look at alternatives. We will continue using this representative & Goway. Our only criticism is that they do not break down the various costs of a trip which makes tipping very awkward. It can also create a sense of " mistrust" when all the costs are not transparent. Cheryl Hayes
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Our trip to Switzerland was an amazing experience. Our travel agent at GoWay, Bo was so helpful in helping my husband Louie plan just what we wanted to do on this trip. Taking the trains thru the county was easy by the many hours Louie and Bo worked on this. Also our helicopter ride in Zermatt on my birthday was just unbelievable. Flying around the Matterhorn and the Alps is one flight we will never forget. Thanks Bo for setting this up. The trip was one incredible adventure that we will never forget. Thanks again Bo, Lynn Gerber. Lynn Gerber
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We booked a Goway tour to Botswana and Zimbabwe and it was excellent.  We worked with Brooke, the Goway represntative, to set up the tour and she was an outstanding agent who answered any questions we had very quickly and completely. Her hotel recommendation for the additional night we stayed was pefect.   Goway hires a local tour group, Jenman Safaris, to lead the safari in the 2 countries. The tour itself was amazing...the lodges that we stayed at were very nice and the food was great (except for one lodge's food). The Goway itinerary was slightly different than the actual Jenman Safari itinerary but most of the sites that we went to were the same as listed on the Goway itinerary. I would use Goway again because their choice of a local tour group was very good...nice lodges/camps and good food and knowledgeable tour guides.Ma Fa
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Our GoWay tour representative, Michael Keon, was on top of all of our concerns and questions in a professional manner and we look forward to working with him in the future. Michael was very easy to work with and treated us like family.Thomas
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Matthew handled my honeymoon couple's very specific African itinerary like a pro! My clients went to four different travel agents who only wanted to send them on safaris. My clients had already done safaris and were specific on what they wanted to do and see. Matthew hit the nail on the head! Highly recommend!Amanda Schott
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Seamless prompt excellent communication from our first query about a possible destination to follow-up after the trip ended. Shalini’s knowledge, advice and enthusiasm were invaluable. Jane

What do the experts say?

Mikayla McInnis

Mikayla McInnis

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The food in New Zealand is incredible, and New Zealanders are rightly proud of their paddock to plate cuisine. Almost everything is sustainably grown and processed, from lamb and seafood to vegetables and fruit.
Mary Georgiou

Mary Georgiou

Destination Specialist
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About 20 percent of New Zealand is made up of National Parks, Forests, and Nature Reserves. And they’re all free to enter!
Mary Georgiou

Mary Georgiou

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The Māori cultural experiences and performances offered throughout the North and South Islands are well worth seeking out. If the opportunity presents itself, definitely take part in a hāngī
Mary Georgiou

Mary Georgiou

Destination Specialist
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Looking for a great restaurant in New Zealand? Try The Bunker in Queenstown, Plato in Dunedin, Manu in Christchurch, and Oppies Fish & Chips in Rotorua
Erin Hutchinson

Erin Hutchinson

Destination Specialist
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All Blacks rugby is huge in New Zealand. If you’re a sports fan, be sure to check out a home game. The All Blacks typically play their home test matches during the months of July, August, September and sometimes October

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