New Zealand Uncovered (Northbound) (30 destinations)

Twenty days moving north through New Zealand, from the glaciers and lakes of the South Island up to the geothermal landscapes and beaches of the North. It's a proper cross-country route, taking in volcanic peaks, icy blue lakes and rainforest along the way.

You'll get a mix of nature, culture and history — from a boat trip to Mou Waho Island to Rotorua's geothermal sites, a pounamu (greenstone) gallery in Franz Josef, and the remains of Christchurch Cathedral, still standing as a reminder of the 2011 earthquake. There's downtime too, with beach stops in Coromandel and Raglan.

This is a guided small-group trip with plenty of walking built in, so it suits people who like to get outdoors rather than just look at scenery from a bus window.

What you'll do

• Boat out to Mou Waho Island
• Explore the geothermal areas around Rotorua
• Learn about pounamu and its cultural significance in Franz Josef
• See the earthquake-damaged Christchurch Cathedral
• Relax on the beaches of Coromandel and Raglan
• Walk through the volcanic landscapes of Tongariro National Park