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Marlborough, Abel Tasman & Kaikoura Holidays


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New Zealand holidays in the Marlborough, Abel Tasman & Kaikoura region of the beautiful South Island offer a warm temperate climate, spectacular coastal scenery and abundant marine wildlife: this is Mother Nature at her best.

Trailfinders offers a range of Marlborough, Abel Tasman & Kaikoura holidays and our expert travel consultants are a mine of information about what to do here, often with first-hand travel experience. Whether you want to explore New Zealand on a fly drive holiday, a sociable guided group tour, or are looking for advice on how to combine New Zealand with Australia or the Pacific – they are the perfect people to ask.
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OUR HOLIDAYS TO MARLBOROUGH, ABEL TASMAN AND KAIKOURA

Nobody offers more ways to explore New Zealand than Trailfinders.

Here's a snapshot of some of our most popular Marlborough, Abel Tasman & Kaikoura holidays. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, click on the link below them to see our complete range of holidays and tours in the destination.
Best of New Zealand
New Zealand
Fly Drive Holiday
21 days / 20 nights

Covering both North and South Island highlights, this journey showcases the best of what this magnificent country has to offer.

Guide Price: €4,669 pp

Guide Price: £3,899 pp

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Unique & Boutique New Zealand
New Zealand
Fly Drive Holiday
24 days / 23 nights

This exceptional holiday brings together a collection of New Zealand’s finest lodges and hotels.

Guide Price: €8,389 pp

Guide Price: £7,045 pp

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South Island Highlights
New Zealand
Fly Drive Holiday
19 days / 18 nights

Discover the beauty of the South Island: stunning wine regions, spectacular glaciers, amazing Queenstown and beautiful Milford Sound.

Guide Price: €5,519 pp

Guide Price: £4,635 pp

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Kia Ora New Zealand
New Zealand
Motorhome
19 days / 18 nights

A motorhome holiday is a wonderful way to explore the contrasting landscapes of New Zealand.

Guide Price: €2,175 pp

Guide Price: £1,845 pp

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Great Walks of New Zealand
New Zealand
Multi Centre Holiday
21 days / 20 nights

Explore the magical outdoors of New Zealand while experiencing the sublime beauty of the landscape on some of the country’s most scenic tracks.

Guide Price: €8,279 pp

Guide Price: £6,975 pp

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WHERE TO GO IN MARLBOROUGH, ABEL TASMAN AND KAIKOURA

Marlborough, Abel Tasman & Kaikoura each boasts its own attractions and merits a visit in its own right. Visit the scenic vineyards of the infamous wine producing region of Marlborough, explore the stunning coastal national park of Abel Tasman and spot whales in Kaikoura.

Click on the tiles below the Marlborough, Abel Tasman & Kaikoura map for more details on each area. Alternatively, if you are looking for some inspiration, give us a call and speak to one of our expert travel consultants?
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The Marlborough Region
The Marlborough Region
From its rolling golden vineyards and world-renowned cellar doors, to the neighbouring waterways of the majestic Marlborough Sounds, the Marlborough Region offers something for everyone.
Abel Tasman National Park
Abel Tasman National Park
This stunning coastal national park is famed for its endless golden beaches, lush green hills and one of New Zealand’s most popular ‘Great Walks’: the Abel Tasman Coastal Track.
Kaikoura
Kaikoura
Framed by the vast Seaward Kaikoura Mountain Range, this picturesque coastal town is a fantastic base for wildlife encounters.

OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS IN MARLBOROUGH, ABEL TASMAN AND KAIKOURA

We feature a great range of accommodation in Marlborough, Abel Tasman & Kaikoura, with something to suit all budgets – from idyllic retreats to rural eco lodges and luxury tree houses.

What you won’t find here are thousands of New Zealand hotels to wade through. We have done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.
Bay of Many Coves
5 star

Marlborough, Abel Tasman & Kaikoura

Nestled amongst lush native bush in the spectacular Queen Charlotte Sound, Bay of Many Coves offers the utmost in understated luxury, impeccable dining and warm Kiwi hospitality.
Furneaux Lodge, Marlborough Sounds
4 star

Marlborough, Abel Tasman & Kaikoura

Surrounded by over 2000 acres of verdant forest and overlooking the sparkling waters of the Endeavour Inlet, Furneaux Lodge offers a relaxed escape in the lap of Mother Nature.
Awaroa Lodge
4 star

Marlborough, Abel Tasman & Kaikoura

Nestled amid wetlands in the heart of the Abel Tasman National Park, this intimate property, only accessible by boat or on foot, lets you immerse yourself in the national park and provides the perfect base for exploring this captivating area.
Hapuku Lodge + Tree Houses
5 star

Marlborough, Abel Tasman & Kaikoura

Offering a singular experience, this luxurious and relaxing country retreat boasts unique, contemporary accommodation, created from wholly natural products and true Kiwi hospitality.
Sudima Kaikoura
4 star

Marlborough, Abel Tasman & Kaikoura

This modern hotel boasts a superb location along the Kaikoura waterfront within easy reach of shops, restaurants and outdoor activities.
The Peppertree, Blenheim
4 plus star

Marlborough, Abel Tasman & Kaikoura

Poised amongst olive groves and colourful gardens, this beautiful Edwardian villa offers an idyllic retreat in the heart of sunny Marlborough.

WHAT TO DO IN MARLBOROUGH, ABEL TASMAN AND KAIKOURA

As well as some awe-inspiring sights, Marlborough, Abel Tasman & Kaikoura is also home to unforgettable experiences. These provide a unique way to experience the area’s natural splendour that sightseeing alone simply can’t replace.

One day you might be cruising along on a kayak in Abel Tasman, the next swimming with dolphins or spotting whales in the deep! Our collection of unmissable experiences will really help bring your New Zealand holiday to life.
Abel Tasman Scenic Cruise, Walk & Kayak
11-12 hours
  • Abel Tasman National Park
  • Scenic walk
  • Thrilling kayak experience
Marlborough Sounds & Wineries
7 hours
  • Delicious wine tasting
  • Beautiful cruise on Marlborough Sounds
  • Locally sourced seafood delicacies
Kaikoura Whale Watch Cruise
3.5 hours
  • Fantastic whale watching
  • Giant sperm whales
  • Dolphins, fur seals & albatross
Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins
3-4 hours
  • Guided commentary
  • See dusky dolphins in the wild
Tastes of Marlborough Wineries with lunch
7-8 hours
  • World-Renowned Marlborough Wine
  • Explore Beautiful Wineries
  • Gourmet Lunch

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