Landscape
It is often said that New Zealand has the best bits of every country in the world. Certainly the scenery is quite astounding, from majestic alpine peaks to lush sub-tropical rainforest, golden sandy beaches to spouting geysers. Remarkable, too is the variety of contrasting scenery evident in one small country. This means that if you are touring New Zealand, one day is seldom like the next; some new and more delightful prospect is around every bend in the road.

Great Outdoors
With over a quarter of the country's land area devoted to national park, there's every opportunity to get out and explore the remarkable natural wilderness of New Zealand. Nowhere else will you find such a pristine environment nor so many opportunities to experience some wondrous wildlife encounters in such proximity.

Relaxation
New Zealand is the place to relax and unwind, far from the stresses of everyday life. You can enjoy every variety of sporting and leisure activity you'd care to imagine, while those with a fondness for good living will be in their element. World class wines, the finest of culinary skills and very reasonable prices make New Zealand a true gourmet's paradise.

People
New Zealanders are hospitable by nature and welcoming of visitors. You'll notice a very 'can-do' attitude that is both relaxed and refreshing to provide you with good company and helpfulness throughout your stay.

Getting Around
Despite giving the appearance of great space and distance, New Zealand is surprisingly compact - just 1000 miles from the tip of the North Island to the toe of the South Island, and only 280 miles at its widest point. This means that it's easy to get from one place to another. Roads, rail, ferry and air services are first class and good value. Self drive, either by car or campervan, is a popular option with UK visitors who will be quite at home driving on the left on uncrowded roads through gorgeous scenery.