New Zealand
Fjords, glaciers and Māori culture
New Zealand tour – Between volcanoes, Māori culture, national parks, glaciers, fjords and major cities.
Set off on an 18-day / 14-night tour of New Zealand, between Auckland, Rotorua, Tongariro National Park, Wellington, Nelson, Fox Glacier, Queenstown, Milford Sound and Christchurch, for a very comprehensive discovery of both islands.
Highlights : Culture, Nature, Wildlife, Urban
Who it’s for: Curious travellers, lovers of wide-open spaces, nature enthusiasts, fans of comprehensive tours
Duration
18 days / 14 nights
Board basis
Meals as per programme
Departure
Brussels
ROOM TYPE
Double room
The destination
New Zealand captivates with the spectacular variety of its landscapes, from volcanic regions and thermal springs to rugged coastlines, glaciers, fjords, alpine lakes and human-scale cities. This tour also highlights the imprint of Māori culture and the richness of the country’s natural heritage.
Climate: Temperate climate with reversed seasons, with contrasting weather between the two islands, pleasant summers and cooler winters—ideal for discovering New Zealand through highly varied landscapes.
Activities: Waitomo, Rotorua, Māori culture, cruise in Abel Tasman, Fox Glacier, Queenstown, cruise in Milford Sound.
TOUR OVERVIEW
This 18-day / 14-night French-speaking group tour is offered with a guaranteed departure from 6 people and a maximum of 16 participants. It is guided in French and presented as a very comprehensive discovery of New Zealand, combining culture, nature and grand landscapes.
| Itinerary | Auckland – Rotorua – National Park – Wellington – Nelson – Greymouth – Fox Glacier – Queenstown – Te Anau – Omarama – Christchurch |
| Accommodation | Auckland: Sudima Auckland City Rotorua: Sudima Lake Rotorua National Park: The Park Hotel Ruapehu Wellington: West Plaza Wellington Nelson: Saxton Lodge Greymouth: Ashley Hôtel Fox Glacier: Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier Queenstown: Heartland Hotel Queenstown Te Anau: Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau Omarama: Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel Omarama Christchurch: Hotel Elms |
| Meals | Meals mentioned in the programme |
The experience
Between volcanoes, geothermal sites, Māori culture, rugged coastlines, glaciers and spectacular fjords, this tour offers a rich immersion in New Zealand’s most iconic landscapes.
Highlights
- Guaranteed French-speaking, French-only departures from 6 people, with a maximum of 16 participants
- A very comprehensive discovery of New Zealand
- An introduction to Māori culture
- Free time to enjoy the hot springs
- Cruise in the Milford Sound fjord, dominated by towering cliffs
- Very high-quality local agent
Activities included in the tour
- Auckland city tour and visit to the Waitomo Caves
- Guided visit of the Māori village of Whakarewarewa and discovery of the Pohutu Geyser
- Visit to the Wai-O-Tapu geothermal site and stop at Huka Falls
- Wellington tour and Interislander ferry crossing to the South Island
- Cruise along the coasts of Abel Tasman National Park
- Discovery of Cape Foulwind and the Pancake Rocks at Punakaiki
- Approach walk to Franz Glacier and optional walk around Lake Matheson
- Ride up on the Skyline Gondola in Queenstown
- Cruise in Milford Sound
- Stop at Lake Tekapo and discovery of Christchurch
Frequently asked questions
New Zealand has a temperate climate with reversed seasons, with contrasting weather between the two islands, pleasant summers and cooler winters—ideal for discovering New Zealand through highly varied landscapes.
Yes — scheduled flights, airport taxes and fuel surcharges, accommodation in a double or twin room, selected hotels or similar, listed meals, guided visits and entrance fees in French, transfers and transport in private vehicles, local taxes.
This tour may be suitable for children who are already comfortable with itinerant travel, but it is mainly intended for travelers who can keep up with a sustained pace with many stops, journeys, and nature activities. This assessment is based on the length of the trip, the succession of stages across both islands, and the presence of walks, cruises, and long days on the road.
What if your next great journey took you from the volcanic landscapes of the North Island to the spectacular fjords and glaciers of the South Island?
Between Māori culture, geothermal wonders, cruises, alpine lakes, glaciers, and magnificent fjords, this tour invites you to experience New Zealand in all the richness of its landscapes and identity.
Prices for this tour are valid for a defined period. Feel free to contact us by clicking the “Get an offer” button or by filling out the questionnaire directly below to find out the available dates.