Once in a lifetime experiences
With thousands of kilometres of coastline, countless lakes and mountains, geothermal activity and wildlife, New Zealand seems to be an endless playground. Here we show-case a selection of experiences that we particularly enjoyed for their quality and originality. Whether it is a cruise or a bike ride, an unusual region or a unique excursion, no doubt you will find among these suggestions great ideas for your itinerary.
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What our customers have to say
In Feb to March this year, we had a wonderful month touring in NZ and all with the help of Romain at OUAT. It did all feel a bit like a leap of faith, but...
Jane Chaplin, UK
Every detail was just right. Once Upon A Trip made our New Zealand experience an absolute delight. All of the places we over-nighted, the camper we rented...
Shelley Sweeney, USA
Although my brother and I know we wanted to Journey across NZ, we didn't know exactly where to start. We had 5 weeks and we wanted to see as much as...
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