Bay of Plenty: Sure to make You Smile


Known for its abundant sunshine and fantastic beaches, the Bay of Plenty offers a lush landscape of beaches, volcanic hills, and vibrant towns like Tauranga. Enjoy a day at Mount Maunganui with its famed surf breaks and coastal walks, or taste a kiwifruit from local orchards. It's a region filled with natural beauty and friendly locals, providing plentiful opportunities for both adventure and relaxation. 

Bay of Plenty Curated Vacation Packages

Explore our range of curated packages designed to inspire. With the ability to tailor-make or customize any vacation, our destination specialists will ensure each moment of the journey is nothing short of extraordinary. 

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Traditions and Tales: Delving into New Zealand's Cultural Heritage

New Zealand from $6899pp

17 Days | 16 Nights


Experience a New Zealand vacation that offers a mix of historical sites, cultural experiences, and museums, allowing you to explore New Zealand's rich history and cultural heritage.

Ananda Tours

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Grapes & Scenic Escapes: The Kiwi Wine Expedition

New Zealand from $6,799pp

17 Days | 14 Nights


Embark on a journey through New Zealand's picturesque wine route, where rolling vineyards meet stunning landscapes, offering a delightful fusion of natural beauty and exquisite wine tasting experiences. Indulge in the rich flavors of world-class wines, while soaking in the tranquil charm of New Zealand's renowned wine regions, creating unforgettable memories amidst the lush greenery and scenic vistas.

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2 Week New Zealand Self Drive Discovery

New Zealand from $6,399pp

14 Days | 13 Nights


Set off on the 2-week Best of New Zealand Self-Drive Tour. This carefully crafted itinerary showcases geothermal marvels, cultural experiences, thrilling outdoor adventures, unique wildlife encounters, and breathtaking scenery. Though compact in size, New Zealand boasts an abundance of incredible experiences waiting to be explored.

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New Zealand City Highlights

New Zealand from $5,699pp

15 Days | 12 Nights


Enjoy an unforgettable city and nature escape in New Zealand, a journey blending breathtaking landscapes, rich culture, and vibrant urban life. From the adventure capital of Queenstown, where you’ll explore its best sights and cruise through the serene Doubtful Sound, to the cultural heartbeat of Wellington, tasting local flavors and visiting the wildlife haven of Kapiti Island, every stop is a unique experience. Discover the geothermal wonders and Māori traditions of Rotorua, before wrapping up your adventure in Auckland, where city sights, the All Blacks Experience, and a trip to Waiheke Island complete your perfect New Zealand vacation.

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North Island Wonderland

New Zealand from $5,299pp

10 Days | 7 Nights


Begin a Minecraft-inspired adventure through New Zealand’s North Island, combining epic cultural experiences, thrilling outdoor activities, and unforgettable landscapes. From Auckland to Wellington, explore hidden biomes, conquer treetop challenges, and uncover ancient stories, crafting memories as legendary as any pixelated quest.

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Epic Aotearoa – Wild and Free

New Zealand from $8,849pp

17 Days | 14 Nights


Embark on an adventure through New Zealand, exploring real-world biomes from Queenstown’s wild rivers to Rotorua’s ancient forests. Conquer epic landscapes with heli-hiking on the Kepler Track, kayaking with seals in Nelson, and flying through treetops on the Ultimate Canopy Tour. With thrilling outdoor quests, cultural encounters, and stunning vistas, this journey will level up your travel experience like never before!

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Discover the Bay of Plenty

The Bay of Plenty, known as one of New Zealand’s top vacation destinations, offers a great selection of activities, scenic attractions, culture and superb dining options.

Only 125 miles from Auckland and withing easy striking distance of The Coromandel, Rotorua and Hamilton, the coastal Bay of Plenty region stretches from Waihi Beach through to Whakatane. Tauranga is the region’s main center, and the seaside suburbs of Mount Maunganui, Papamoa and Chope Beach are top destinations, offering safe and beautiful beaches.

Visitors can experience a myriad activities including glowworm kayaking, dolphin encounters, paddle boarding, surfing and walking on New Zealand’s only active marine volcano. There is also skydiving, scenic flights, eco-cultural visits to offshore island reserves, golf courses, a variety of gardens, museums and art galleries to pursue.

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