Land Journey
9 day New Zealand & Taranaki Garden Spectacular
New Zealand’s Taranaki Garden Spectacular & Private Gardens of the North and South Islands
Experience a range of public and private gardens during the celebrated Taranaki Garden Festival. Thirteen gardens of national significance are found within the Taranaki region, which benefits from rich, volcanic soils and its own microclimate. Absorb spectacular scenery during our journey across Cook Strait aboard the Interislander Ferry. Sample the wine of the Marlborough region, take a private tour of the renowned Flaxmere Garden, and enjoy the French influence of Akaroa.
This journey departs:
2 November 2025
1 November 2026
Highlights
The following highlights provide an overview of some of the captivating encounters awaiting you on tour.
Escorted by Botanical Guide Sarah O’Neil
NZ gardening writer, author and passionate gardener Sarah will bring to life all the wonderful botanical aspects of New Zealand flora.
Taranaki Garden Spectacular
Explore the delightful private and public gardens nestled on the slopes of majestic Mt Taranaki. The region of Taranaki has 13 gardens of international significance, due to the rich volcanic soil and microclimate of the region.
Fisherman’s Bay Garden
Stop at Fisherman’s Bay private garden, offering stunning views overlooking the Banks Peninsula coastline.
Inclusions
Seen below are your tour’s inclusions. They ensure you’re free to enjoy each day’s discoveries without worry or distraction.
Travel with a small group of 15-25 guests, escorted by an expert Botanical Guide
Includes eight nights’ accommodation in centrally located four-star hotels, return airport-to-hotel transfers, plus 14 meals and select beverages
Relax aboard a spacious coach with an experienced and informative Coach Captain
All sightseeing and entrance fees as per the itinerary
Attend the spectacular Taranaki Garden Festival, renowned for its gardens of significance
Visit remarkable private gardens and see spring wildflowers in bloom
Spend time in New Zealand’s grape country in the Marlborough region
Admire a six-star Garden of International Significance in Tupare
Itinerary
Taranaki Garden Spectacular
See Kiwi gardens of significance in the spectacular North Island region of Taranaki.
Trip Notes
Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
Fitness rating: Medium
Group size: 15 to 25 guests
Our experience of gardens, their flora, and other aspects of nature, is subject to weather conditions and seasonality, which may vary