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February
20 February 23 New Zealand
Update on Tours visiting Napier
Grand Pacific tours are scheduled to depart as normal. Mid-February, various regions of New Zealand’s north island were impacted by the extreme weather event of Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle. Whilst the National State of Emergency has now lifted, the region of Napier/Hastings continues to be impacted by the destruction caused. State Highway 5 ...
December
12 December 22 New Zealand
Lakes District Museum, Arrowtown
Established in 1948, the Lakes District Museum is in Arrowtown and maintains the history of the Wakatipu region. Appropriately set in the former gold mining town of Arrowtown, the museum started life in the billiard rooms of the Ballarat Hotel before shifting to the current home, the former Bank of New ...
August
18 August 22 New Zealand
Meet the Team at Te Puia
Te Puia in Rotorua is an attraction not to be missed, that's why GPT has included it in every North Island itinerary. You'll discover one of New Zealand’s most magnificent geothermal wonderlands – featuring dramatic geysers, bubbling mud, and beautiful native bush. For generations Te Puia has welcomed manuhiri (visitors) from ...
9 August 22 Special Interest Tours
Classic Fighters - 1930’s Designed Art-Deco Aircraft bring the Glamour to Airshow
The Classic Fighters Airshow will Host the Largest Gathering of Waco Biplanes in Australasia In a first for the Yealands Classic Fighters Airshow, five Waco Biplanes, representing potentially the largest gathering of this iconic brand ever assembled in Australasia, will be on the flight line at Omaka this coming Easter! Two are ...
June
20 June 22 New Zealand
NZ North Island is calling!
New Zealand is a unique destination showcasing lush, fertile landscapes, contrasted by sandy beaches, food and wine hubs and a rich Māori culture and history. All of which can be found on the lively North Island. Auckland Auckland is New Zealand’s largest city and often mistaken as the capital. Auckland’s CBD comes alive ...
8 June 22 New Zealand
Milford Sound Cruise and Lunch
Milford Sound is the most well-known and most accessible of all the fiords in New Zealand’s Fiordland National Park, a World Heritage Area. Its 16 kilometre length is lined by sheer rock faces that soar 1,200 metres or more from the water. At 1692 metres, the iconic Mitre Peak is a spectacular sight ...
8 June 22 New Zealand
International Antarctic Centre
Feel transported from Christchurch to Antarctica in this incredible world of ice, ambition and endeavour. On your visit to the International Antarcic Centre, you will learn about the International Antarctic Programme and life in Antarctica. Jump in the storm room and experience -18°Celsius wind chill, or buckle up and hold on ...
6 June 22 New Zealand
19 Day Showcase Tour
Whether you’re marvelling at the spectacular glaciers, picturesque fiords or simply relaxing in a thermal pool, New Zealand provides a world of experiences in one destination. Travel on our 19 Day Showcase Tour, taking you to the best parts of both the North and South Islands including 4 two night stays ...
2 June 22 Coach Touring
Experience New Zealand by Rail, Cruise and Coach
New Zealand is ‘a world in miniature’, packed full of unique experiences. From the moment you arrive you will be embraced as Whānau (family) as you discover the must-do attractions and experience the history and Maori culture of New Zealand’s North and South Islands. Grand Pacific Tours, the New Zealand Coach ...
