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A New Zealand vacation package from Fond Travels bundles round-trip flights from the US, hotels or lodges on the North and South Islands, airport and inter-island transfers, and sightseeing tours such as Milford Sound cruises and Rotorua geothermal visits into one itinerary. To book, call +1 (323) 800 6001 from anywhere in the US and a real travel expert will build the trip with you, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

New Zealand rewards travelers who plan the route carefully. Two islands, a dozen distinct landscapes and long driving distances mean the order of your stops matters as much as the hotels you choose. That is exactly the kind of planning our experts do every day, and it is why so many first-time visitors prefer to book by phone rather than piece the trip together alone.

Why New Zealand for your vacation

Few countries pack so much variety into a trip of two weeks. The North Island gives you Auckland's harbor city, the boiling mud pools and Maori cultural performances of Rotorua, the vineyards of Hawke's Bay and the compact capital, Wellington. The South Island delivers the fjords of Fiordland, the glaciers of the West Coast, the lakes and adventure sports of Queenstown, and the wine country of Marlborough and Central Otago. English is spoken everywhere, driving is safe and well signed, and the food and wine scene is outstanding. Add friendly locals and a strong safety record and New Zealand becomes one of the most comfortable long-haul destinations for US travelers.

What's included in a New Zealand package

  • Round-trip international flights on major airlines from your US city to Auckland, Christchurch or Queenstown, with domestic inter-island flights where needed.
  • Accommodation in well-known resort brands and independent hotels, boutique lodges, or self-contained apartments, matched to your spending range and style.
  • Airport transfers, or a rental car for self-drive itineraries, arranged through our car rental desk.
  • Signature tours such as a Milford Sound day cruise, a Waitomo glowworm cave visit, a Rotorua geothermal park entry or a wine tour in Marlborough.
  • Optional upgrades: premium cabins, flightseeing trips, multi-day guided touring, or a South Island coach circuit.

Every package is customized, so inclusions vary. Call for current pricing on your dates and we will quote the complete trip in one figure.

Best time to visit New Zealand

New Zealand's seasons are the reverse of the US. Summer runs December through February and brings the warmest weather, the longest days and the busiest roads and hotels. Autumn, March through April, is a favorite of our experts: settled weather, golden colors in Central Otago and lighter crowds. Winter, June through August, is ski season around Queenstown and Wanaka and a quiet, moody time for Fiordland. Spring, September through November, brings lambs, waterfalls at full flow and shoulder-season availability. The country is temperate year-round, but the South Island is noticeably cooler than the North, and the West Coast is wet in any month, so pack layers whenever you go.

Where to stay: areas and resort styles

Auckland is the natural first or last stop, with city-center hotels near the waterfront and easy access to Waiheke Island's vineyards. Rotorua offers lakefront hotels and geothermal spa resorts. Wellington's boutique hotels sit within walking distance of the Te Papa museum and the waterfront. In the South Island, Queenstown is the hub for lake-view hotels and luxury lodges, while Te Anau is the quiet gateway to Milford and Doubtful Sounds. Christchurch has rebuilt itself with modern hotels, and Kaikoura, Franz Josef and Aoraki Mount Cook Village provide lodges close to whales, glaciers and alpine trails. Self-contained motels and apartments are a New Zealand specialty and suit families and longer stays.

Things to do in New Zealand

  • Cruise Milford Sound beneath waterfalls and sheer granite walls, or take the longer overnight trip into Doubtful Sound.
  • Explore Rotorua's geysers, mud pools and a Maori cultural evening with a traditional hangi feast.
  • Walk among glowworms in the Waitomo caves and visit the famous movie-set tour near Matamata.
  • Bungy jump, jet boat or simply ride the gondola in Queenstown, the adventure capital of the world.
  • See the Franz Josef and Fox glaciers on foot or by helicopter.
  • Taste sauvignon blanc in Marlborough and pinot noir in Central Otago.
  • Watch whales and dolphins off Kaikoura or sail the Bay of Islands.
  • Hike a section of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing or the Abel Tasman coastal track.

Getting there from the US

Nonstop flights from Los Angeles, San Francisco, Houston, Dallas and New York reach Auckland in roughly 12 to 17 hours depending on the departure city. Travelers from other US cities usually connect through a West Coast hub, and we can route you into Auckland and out of Christchurch or Queenstown to avoid backtracking. Because you cross the International Date Line you lose a day on the way out and regain it coming home. US passport holders do not need a visa for short visits but must obtain the electronic travel authority and pay the visitor levy before departure, and passports should be valid for at least three months beyond the planned exit date; verify current requirements before travel. New Zealand uses the New Zealand dollar, English is the main language alongside Maori, and the country is 17 to 21 hours ahead of US Eastern Time depending on daylight saving.

Who this package suits

Couples and honeymooners love the lodge-and-lake combination of Queenstown and Fiordland. Families do well with self-drive itineraries, motels with kitchens and plenty of wildlife stops. Seniors appreciate escorted coach touring and our senior travel reservations. Groups of friends or extended families can take advantage of group travel flights, and anyone facing the long Pacific crossing should ask about business class or first class options. First-timers usually benefit most from a phone consultation, because the route is the hard part.

How booking by phone works

  1. Call +1 (323) 800 6001 and tell us your dates, home airport, travel style and must-see places.
  2. A travel expert drafts an island-by-island itinerary with flights, hotels, transfers and tours and quotes it as one total.
  3. Review and adjust: swap hotels, add a flightseeing trip, change the pace. We revise until it fits.
  4. Confirm with a secure payment and receive all documents by email, with our team available around the clock while you travel.

Plan it online

Prefer to start in writing? Submit a vacation request with your dates and interests and an expert will call or email you with a proposed New Zealand itinerary.

Why book by phone with Fond Travels

Fond Travels is an independent US travel agency based in Woodbridge, Virginia, with real travel experts answering the phone 24/7. We compare major airlines and multiple hotel options for you, watch for schedule changes, and stay reachable while you are on the other side of the world. Our customers have rated us 4.8 of 5 with 2,200+ Google reviews. Browse all vacation packages or call to start planning.

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New Zealand Vacation Packages: frequently asked questions

Most US travelers plan 10 to 14 nights, which allows three or four stops across both islands without rushing. If you have only a week, our experts usually recommend concentrating on the South Island around Queenstown, Fiordland and Christchurch rather than trying to cover the whole country.

No visa is required for tourist stays of up to 90 days, but you must obtain the electronic travel authority and pay the international visitor levy online before you fly. Rules change, so verify current requirements with official sources before travel; our experts will remind you during booking.

Nonstop flights from Los Angeles or San Francisco to Auckland take roughly 12 to 13 hours, while flights from Houston, Dallas or New York run roughly 15 to 17 hours. You cross the International Date Line, so you arrive two calendar days after departing.

February and March offer warm, settled weather with fewer crowds than December and January. October and November are excellent for spring scenery and shoulder-season hotel availability. Skiers should look at July and August around Queenstown and Wanaka.

Yes, an open-jaw routing is usually the smartest choice. It removes a full day of backtracking and lets you travel in one direction from the North Island to the South Island. Our experts price this routing on major airlines as part of every package.

Independent travelers and families often prefer self-drive because roads are good and distances are beautiful. Seniors and anyone who wants to relax usually choose escorted coach touring. Many packages combine both: a car on the North Island and guided days in Fiordland.

Absolutely. A Milford Sound day cruise from Queenstown or Te Anau is the single most requested inclusion. We can also arrange a flightseeing transfer one way, or an overnight cruise on Doubtful Sound for travelers who want a quieter fjord experience.

New Zealand uses the New Zealand dollar. Credit cards and contactless payments are accepted almost everywhere, including small cafes and fuel stations, so most visitors carry very little cash. Tell your bank you are traveling and ask about foreign transaction fees.

It is one of the most romantic countries we book: lakeside lodges in Queenstown, private vineyard dinners in Central Otago, helicopter landings on glaciers and secluded beaches in the Bay of Islands. Ask about honeymoon touches when you call and we will include them.

Yes. Many travelers add a week in Sydney or a few nights on a Fiji island on the way home, since flights route through the same Pacific hubs. Our experts can build a multi-country itinerary with all flights and hotels in one package.