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27/03/2025

🚂🚨 Featured Tour - Rails Revisited: Wellington & Beyond

Train lovers, don’t miss your chance to embark on our Rails Revisited: Wellington & Beyond tour! Secure your spot by 10 April 2025 to embark on this unforgettable six-day rail adventure travelling 15–20 May 2025. Join like-minded travellers to experience iconic rail journeys, delve into locomotive history, and more on this fully escorted getaway designed for railway enthusiasts.

Tour Highlights Include:
✅ Northern Explorer train, Hamilton – Wellington
✅ Ride the Wellington Cable Car
✅ Train ride with Mainline Steam Heritage Trust
✅ Admission to seven museums
✅ Sightseeing in central Wellington
✅ Explore Wellington Botanical Gardens
✅ Visit Tangiwai Memorial Site

Learn more and book your spot on our website: https://www.leisuretimetours.co.nz/tour-with-us/rails-revisited-wellington-beyond.html

25/03/2025

🦁🗺️ Closing Soon! Wild Wonders of Southern Africa - LAST FEW PLACES!

Don't miss your chance to embark on this extraordinary 20-day adventure, departing 18 July 2025! Book your spot by Friday, 18 April 2025, and get ready to explore Southern Africa’s breathtaking landscapes, incredible wildlife, and vibrant cultures. With thrilling safaris (just 6 people per vehicle), iconic landmarks, and enriching cultural experiences, this is the ultimate African escape.

This unforgettable tour includes:
✅ Game drives in some of Southern Africa's premier national parks
✅ Sunset cruise on the Zambezi River
✅ Interactive Djembe drumming and a 14-dish African feast
✅ Explore historic sites and museums
✅ Visit Victoria Falls - one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World
✅ Discover the unique culture of Eswatini
✅ Return international flights from Auckland/Johannesburg with an overnight stopover in Singapore

Learn more and book your spot on our website: https://www.leisuretimetours.co.nz/tour-with-us/wild-wonders-of-southern-africa.html

24/03/2025

NEW TOUR DATES: Molesworth High Country Station 🏔️🐴

Two new departures are now available for this unique journey into the heart of New Zealand’s High Country! Travel with us in November 2025 or February 2026 and discover the untamed beauty of the South Island.

From just $4,680 per person, explore historic homesteads, learn about farming heritage, and soak up breathtaking sub-alpine scenery - all while staying in the charming town of Hanmer Springs.

Learn more and book your spot on our website: https://www.leisuretimetours.co.nz/tour-with-us/high-country-station-tours.html

20/03/2025

🌿🌸 NEW TOUR: Taranaki Garden Festival

Escape into a garden lover’s paradise! From 31 October to 04 November 2025, join us for a five-day escorted tour to experience the stunning gardens of Taranaki during the 2025 Taranaki Garden Festival.

Wander through spectacular public gardens like Pukekura Park, Tūpare, and Pukeiti, plus a handpicked selection of private gardens, along with a curated selection of private gardens, from picturesque park-like estates to lush native rainforests. Book and pay in full by 02 May 2025 to save $250 with our Early Bird Discount.

Join us on this unforgettable journey and immerse yourself in the beauty of Taranaki’s gardens - visit our website to learn more and secure your spot today: https://www.leisuretimetours.co.nz/tour-with-us/taranaki-garden-festival-2025.html

18/03/2025

All aboard for an unforgettable South Island rail adventure! Book and pay in full by 28 March 2025 to save $500 with our Early Bird Discount!

This 24-30 September 2025, embark on breathtaking train journeys, ride private railways, and explore historic towns, sites, and museums with like-minded travellers. From just $5,570 per person, this fully escorted seven-day tour is perfect for rail enthusiasts and lovers of spectacular scenery alike.

Tour Highlights Include:
✅ Coastal Pacific Train
✅ Marlborough Museum
✅ Whale Watch Flight
✅ Pleasant Point Railway & Museum
✅ TranzAlpine Train
✅ Nile River Rainforest
✅ Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes
✅ Plains Vintage Railway & Historical Museum
✅ Auckland – Christchurch + Nelson – Auckland return flights

Join us on this scenic journey and let the rails lead you to unforgettable memories - visit our website to learn more and book your adventure today: https://www.leisuretimetours.co.nz/tour-with-us/south-island-rail-highlights.html

12/03/2025

🚂🚨 Closing Soon! Rails Revisited: Wellington & Beyond

Train lovers, don’t miss your chance to embark on our Rails Revisited: Wellington & Beyond tour! Secure your spot by 26 March 2025 to embark on this unforgettable six-day rail adventure travelling 15–20 May 2025. From $3,990 per person, join like-minded travellers to experience iconic rail journeys, delve into locomotive history, and more on this fully escorted getaway designed for railway enthusiasts.

Tour Highlights Include:
✅ Northern Explorer train, Hamilton – Wellington
✅ Ride the Wellington Cable Car
✅ Train ride with Mainline Steam Heritage Trust
✅ Admission to seven museums
✅ Sightseeing in central Wellington
✅ Explore Wellington Botanical Gardens
✅ Visit Tangiwai Memorial Site

Learn more and book your spot on our website: https://www.leisuretimetours.co.nz/tour-with-us/rails-revisited-wellington-beyond.html

09/03/2025

🦁📷 Embark on the journey of a lifetime with our Wild Wonders of Southern Africa tour this July 2025! This 20-day fully escorted adventure is perfectly tailored for seniors, offering intimate safaris, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant cultures. Join fellow travellers for game drives, a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River, visits to iconic landmarks like Victoria Falls, and more.

Bookings close on 18 April 2025, and limited spots are available, so don’t miss your chance to explore Africa’s wild beauty up close!

Learn more and book your spot for this incredible experience on our website: https://www.leisuretimetours.co.nz/tour-with-us/wild-wonders-of-southern-africa.html

07/03/2025

🌸 🐦 Early Bird Offer ends soon! Save $250 on our popular Springtime in the Wairarapa tour when you book and pay by 21 March 2025! This is the ultimate getaway for garden lovers.

Step into spring on a delightful eight-day journey through the Wairarapa’s breathtaking gardens and vibrant heritage, travelling 18–25 September 2025. Explore stunning private gardens, wander through gardens of national and regional significance, experience the enchanting Blossom Valley Festival, and more from only $2,875 per person.

Tour Highlights Include:
✅ Lava Glass Sculpture Garden
✅ Trelinnoe Park
✅ Longbush Cottage
✅ Blossom Valley Festival
✅ Bradleys Garden
✅ Weleda’s Biodynamic Garden
✅ Cobblestones Museum
✅ Pūkaha National Wildlife Centre
✅ Historic Greytown

Don’t miss out on this vibrant spring escape! Learn more and secure your spot on our website: https://www.leisuretimetours.co.nz/tour-with-us/springtime-in-the-wairarapa-2025.html

04/03/2025

🏛✨ Discover the timeless charm of Whanganui, a city rich in preserved heritage and history! Early Birds save $250 per person on our Whanganui Historic Homes tour - just book and pay by 21 March 2025!

Discover the charm of Whanganui’s historic homes on a four-day fully escorted journey, travelling 17-20 September 2025. Perfect for architecture and history lovers, this tour offers rare access to grand homes with insights from a local historian. Enjoy guided tours of beautifully preserved buildings and immerse yourself in the elegance of times gone by. Starting at just $2,395 per person, this experience is a must for those fascinated by New Zealand’s history, lifestyle, and design.

Learn more and book your spot on our website: https://www.leisuretimetours.co.nz/tour-with-us/whanganui-historic-homes-2025.html

03/03/2025

🌊 Meet the majestic stingrays of Tatapouri Bay! One of our team members recently had an unforgettable time at Tatapouri Bay, interacting with wild Stingrays, Eagle Rays, and Kingfish and other reef animals during the Reef Ecology Tour. Check out this awesome moment!

With expert marine guides, this unique experience gives you the the rare chance to interact with Gisborne's marine life in their natural environment - an awe-inspiring experience like no other!

Want to experience it yourself? Join our Gisborne Getaway tour this May 2025 for this and more incredible adventures! Learn more and book your spot on our website: https://www.leisuretimetours.co.nz/tour-with-us/gisborne-getaway-2025.html

27/02/2025

🚂🏛️ Featured Tour: Rails Revisited Wellington & Beyond

Calling all train lovers! Join like-minded travellers for a six-day rail adventure from 15 - 20 May 2025, featuring iconic rail journeys, intriguing museums, and more. Whether you’re captivated by locomotives, fascinated by the engineering prowess, or simply drawn to the romance of the rails, this fully escorted tour is the perfect getaway for railway enthusiasts.

Tour Highlights Include:
✅ Northern Explorer train, Hamilton – Wellington
✅ Ride the Wellington Cable Car
✅ Train ride with Mainline Steam Heritage Trust
✅ Admission to seven museums
✅ Sightseeing in central Wellington
✅ Explore Wellington Botanical Gardens
✅ Visit Tangiwai Memorial Site

Learn more and book your spot on our website: https://www.leisuretimetours.co.nz/tour-with-us/rails-revisited-wellington-beyond.html

25/02/2025

⏰ Limited time left! Bookings for our Southland & Stewart Island tour close soon. Secure your spot by 07 March 2025.

Join fellow travellers from 23–29 April 2025 on a fully escorted seven-day journey through New Zealand’s southern treasures. From the remote beauty of Stewart Island to the historic charm of Dunedin, each day offers unforgettable sights and experiences.

Tour Highlights Include:
✅ Stewart Island Village and Bays Tour
✅ Explore the Ulva Island bird sanctuary
✅ TSS Earnslaw cruise over Lake Wakatipu
✅ Dine at Walter Peak High Country Farm
✅ Visit Pūrākaunui Falls
✅ Explore Bill Richardson Transport World
✅ Visit the Arrowtown settlement
✅ Dunedin sightseeing tour
✅ Auckland – Dunedin + Queenstown – Auckland return flights

Learn more and book your spot on our website: https://www.leisuretimetours.co.nz/tour-with-us/southland-and-stewart-island-2025.html

24/02/2025

⏳ Bookings close soon! Secure your spot on our Gisborne Getaway tour before 12 March 2025!

Don’t miss this incredible five-day escape from 01–05 May 2025, where you’ll explore Gisborne’s breathtaking landscapes, uncover hidden natural wonders, and encounter diverse wildlife. From just $2,990 per person, this fully escorted tour offers an unforgettable journey through the region’s scenic beauty and rich history.

Tour Highlights Include:
✅ Tour of Moutohorā/Whale Island
✅ Reef Ecology Tour
✅ Stingray Feeding at Tatapouri Bay
✅ Astronomy Tour
✅ Gisborne Railbikes Adventure
✅ Sightseeing Tour of Whakatāne
✅ Scenic Walk to Cooks Cove

Your Gisborne getaway awaits – learn more and book your spot on our website: https://www.leisuretimetours.co.nz/tour-with-us/gisborne-getaway-2025.html

20/02/2025

🚍🎨 New Tour: Whanganui Creative Trail

Join fellow art enthusiasts on this short break to explore the artistic talents found in Whanganui - where creativity bubbles around every street corner! Travelling 15 - 18 October 2025, this fully escorted four-day tour highlights the rich artistic diversity of Whanganui and beyond. Visit a selection of renowned galleries and artists' studios, including New Zealand Glassworks Te Whare Tūhua o Te Ao and the Whanganui Arts Centre.

Tour highlights include:
✅ Visit eight nationally renowned galleries and artists studios
✅ Guided tour of Sarjeant Gallery Te Whare o Rehua
✅ Exclusive half-day workshop with an experienced artist
✅ Three nights stay in Whanganui

Learn more and secure your spot on our website: https://www.leisuretimetours.co.nz/tour-with-us/whanganui-creative-trail-2025.html

18/02/2025

⚓📷 Set sail on the adventure of a lifetime! Early Birds save $250 per person on our Preservation Inlet Cruise tour travelling this September - just book and pay by 07 March 2025!

Join us from 05 - 13 September 2025 for a seven-day expedition cruise aboard the Milford Wanderer. Explore five of New Zealand’s most remote fiords, uncovering hidden treasures along the way. With expert nature guides, scenic walks, and exceptional onboard hospitality, this is an unforgettable journey through Fiordland's breathtaking landscapes.

Tour highlights include:
✅ Seven-day expedition cruise aboard the Milford Wanderer
✅ On-board specialist nature guides
✅ Guided nature walks
✅ Visit historic sites and abandoned settlements
✅ Tender craft and kayaks for exploration
✅ Two nights accommodation in Te Anau
✅ Auckland – Queenstown return flights

Join us on this ultimate voyage of discovery - book now and enjoy Early Bird savings! Learn more and reserve your spot on our website: https://www.leisuretimetours.co.nz/tour-with-us/preservation-inlet-cruise-sep-2025.html

17/02/2025

⏰ Time is ticking! Join us for our immersive Central South Island Heritage tour – bookings close on 04 March 2025.

Discover the rich heritage and timeless beauty of New Zealand’s Central South Island on this fully escorted 10-day journey travelling 23 April – 02 May 2025! Explore gold-mining towns, heritage-listed gardens, and abandoned settlements, visit the annual Arrowtown Autumn Festival, and more! From just $6,450 per person, this tour offers the perfect blend of culture, history, and natural beauty.

Tour Highlights Include:
✅ 2-Hour history tour of Akaroa
✅ The Giants House
✅ Shanty Town Heritage Park
✅ Cromwell Heritage Precinct
✅ Guided St Bathans sluicing tour
✅ Kate Sheppard House
✅ 140-year-old Kaitiki Point Lighthouse
✅ Arrowtown Autumn Festival

Don’t miss out on this enriching experience – learn more and book your spot on our website: https://www.leisuretimetours.co.nz/tour-with-us/central-south-island-heritage.html

13/02/2025

🌸🌿 Featured Tour: Hurunui Garden Festival

Explore North Canterbury in full bloom! Join like-minded travellers on a five-day fully escorted journey to the annual Hurunui Garden Festival, travelling 29 October – 02 November 2025. Explore a selection of stunning gardens and homesteads like Newstead, Flaxmere, Coldstream, and Loch Leven, taking in breathtaking horticultural beauty.

Tour includes:
✅ 3 full days of garden touring
✅ Admission to nine beautiful gardens
✅ Sightseeing tour of Christchurch
✅ Time at leisure in Hanmer Springs
✅ Auckland – Christchurch return flights

Learn more and secure your spot on our website: https://www.leisuretimetours.co.nz/tour-with-us/hurunui-garden-festival.html

11/02/2025

🗺️🐬 Featured Tour: Top of the South

Join like-minded travellers for an unforgettable seven-day fully escorted journey through the breathtaking Marlborough and Nelson-Tasman regions, travelling this 09–15 May 2025. From $4,990 per person, experience spectacular cruises, wildlife encounters, scenic walks, and immersive sightseeing in some of New Zealand’s most picturesque destinations.

Tour Highlights Include:
✅ Cruise in Abel Tasman National Park
✅ Wine tasting at a Marlborough winery
✅ Motuara Island Dolphin Tour
✅ Visit Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary
✅ 4WD tour of Farewell Spit
✅ City sightseeing tours
✅ Factory tour of Pic’s Peanut Butter
✅ Auckland – Blenheim & Nelson – Auckland return flights

Learn more and book your spot on our website: https://www.leisuretimetours.co.nz/tour-with-us/top-of-the-south.html

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🦁📷 Embark on the journey of a lifetime with our Wild Wonders of Southern Africa tour this July 2025! This 20-day fully escorted adventure is perfectly tailored for seniors, offering intimate safaris, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant cultures. Join fellow travellers for game drives, a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River, visits to iconic landmarks like Victoria Falls, and more. Bookings close on 18 April 2025, and limited spots are available, so don’t miss your chance to explore Africa’s wild beauty up close! Learn more and book your spot for this incredible experience on our website: https://www.leisuretimetours.co.nz/tour-with-us/wild-wonders-of-southern-africa.html

Watch this amazing elephant encounter that Scott & Paula captured while exploring South Africa! 🐘📸 They're working on an exciting tour and we can't wait to share it with you. Stay tuned for our South Africa and other overseas tours coming soon. Adventure awaits! 🌍✈️ Visit our website to register your interest in South Africa or other overseas tours coming soon: leisuretimetours.co.nz/tour-with-us/overseas-tours.html #southernafrica #traveladventures #escortedtours #wildlifeexperience

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Leisure Time Travel are experts in New Zealand travel; we’ve been providing inspirational experiences for our guests since 1987.

Join one of our escorted tour groups or choose from our extensive range of holiday packages for independent travellers.

Our experienced and knowledgeable team know the best spots in New Zealand and work hard to incorporate these into the best tours and packages for our clients.

We offer escorted group tours throughout New Zealand, plus an exciting range of short break or holiday packages for independent travellers.