New Zealand
TRAVEL GUIDES

New Zealand is an island nation that lies in the southwestern Pacific Ocean Extended. The country has two main islands, namely the North island and the South, both of which you should visit during your New Zealand trip. Between the two islands the landscapes are dramatically different. While the North island has the iconic Mt. Victoria, South Island's Fiordland and lakes is where the the Lord of the Rings movie series were shot. Culture, food and beauty, New Zealand has it all. New Zealand travel plans have become increasingly popular over the last decade with families, honeymooners, adventurists and beach lovers all bringing themselves to this beautiful destination for an experience of a lifetime. We generally suggest a New Zealand travel itinerary for around 2 weeks to cover the North and South Island of this beautiful country. You can plan your tailor-made New Zealand trip after speaking with our travel experts who will help you make the most of your vacation.

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Planning your trip to New Zealand

Flights operate from most Indian International airports to Auckland. Auckland International Airport, Christchurch International Airport are the most popular choices for arrival among travellers. Popular operators in this route are Singapore Airlines, China southern, Air Asia and Malaysian Airlines.

Best rates for this route is usually available when you book 6-7 months prior.

11500 INR
Min 15 working days

Popular destinations in New Zealand

Survival guide

  • Electricity
  • Sim & Data roaming
  • Cash & cards
  • Health & Insurance

The power sockets in New Zealand are of Type I.

The voltage here is 220 volts at 50 Hz and it is the same as that we have in India

Your appliances used in India will require a power plug adapter for these socket types

You can get your universal adapters in any electrical appliances shop or can order it on online

Getting around New Zealand

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Public Transport

Buses are the most common mode of public transportation in New Zealand. They are cheap and are an environmentally friendly option in New Zealand especially between major towns. If you are planning a New Zealand trip on a budget, then you should definitely make use of the excellent bus connectivity. Buses are closely followed by trains which are quite frequently used in Auckland and Wellington. Furthermore, Ferries are also used in few of the cities in New Zealand which include Auckland. Trams are no longer used in the country.

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Driving & Car rental

Frequent shuttles and taxis are available at the airport. Some of the popular service providers that you can make use of include Skybus, Supershuttle, Green Cabs, Alert Taxis, Blue Star Taxis, and Capital Taxis.

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Taxi & Airport transfer

Transport passes are a great way to get around New Zealand at a cheaper price. Intercity and Nakedbus networks offer hop on and hop off transport passes. They can be bought online and the price varies depending on the route and the season of travel.

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Transport & city passes

Self-driving is a very popular mode of commute in New Zealand. It is highly recommended if you are looking to explore some of the remote and gorgeous parts of New Zealand at your own pace, as these may not fall within the bus/train routes. There are several car rental companies and the process is also fairly straightforward. Make sure to abide by the road rules and other safety measures applicable to New Zealand.

Travel Wisdom

  • Basic
  • Know your mori
  • Customs and immigration