Aerial view of Marlborough Sounds, Marlborough, New Zealand

Marlborough, Abel Tasman & Kaikōura Holidays

Marlborough, Abel Tasman and Kaikoura holidays are renowned for their warm temperate climate, dramatic coastal scenery and rich marine wildlife.

From Marlborough’s sun-drenched vineyards and tranquil Sounds to the golden beaches of Abel Tasman National Park, the region offers some of the country's most picturesque scenery along with a relaxed coastal charm. Abel Tasman is perfect for hiking and kayaking along its iconic coastline, while Kaikoura’s rugged mountains rise from the sea, setting the stage for extraordinary wildlife encounters.

Together, these remarkable regions offer a wealth of unforgettable experiences and showcase some of the very best that New Zealand has to offer. Nature doesn’t get much better than this!

Trailfinders is the UK's No.1 Leisure Tour Operator for New Zealand holidays*

and our expert travel consultants are 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.

Unique & Boutique New Zealand

Fly Drive Holiday
27 days / 26 nights

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

Guide Price: €9,849 £8,049 pp

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Kia Ora New Zealand

Motorhome
22 days / 21 nights

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

Guide Price: €4,249 £3,199 pp

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New Zealand's Great Outdoors

Fly Drive Holiday
44 days / 43 nights

Spanning the length and breadth of New Zealand, this extended expedition ticks off all of the major national parks and natural wonders that this exceptionally scenic country is famed for.

Guide Price: €15,049 £12,629 pp

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Kia Ora New Zealand

Motorhome
22 days / 21 nights

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

Guide Price: €4,249 £3,199 pp

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Great Walks of 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: €7,399 £6,259 pp

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South Island Discovery

Motorhome
18 days / 17 nights

The South Island is home to some of the world’s most dramatic scenery.

Guide Price: €3,699 £2,779 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 famous wine producing region of Marlborough, explore the stunning coastal national park of Abel Tasman and spot whales in Kaikoura.

Take a look at 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?

Marlborough Sounds

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. An easy water taxi ride from Picton, the Sounds are an extensive network of sunken river valleys which are easily explored by boat or kayak, whilst the town of Blenheim is the perfect base to discover the wineries of the country’s largest wine growing region, famed for its delicious Sauvignon Blanc exports.

Abel Tasman National Park

This stunning coastal national park is popular for its endless golden beaches, lush green hills and one of New Zealand’s most popular ’Great Walks’– the Abel Tasman Coast Track. The sunny town of Nelson boasts boutique galleries and cafés along its charming tree-lined avenues and is the pick-up point for most day tours into the park. Alternately, base yourself in the park itself and enjoy hikes into the wilderness and sea kayaking or snorkelling in the pristine waters. Keep an eye out for playful dolphins!

Blenheim

The small town of Blenheim is the perfect base to discover the wineries of the country’s largest wine growing region, famed for its delicious Sauvignon Blanc exports.

Kaikoura

Framed by the vast Seaward Kaikoura Mountain Range, this picturesque coastal town is a fantastic base for wildlife encounters. An abundance of marine life resides in the nutrient-rich waters with giant sperm whales and dusky dolphins making this their home year round, as well as other migratory whale species including humpbacks and magnificent orcas. Back on shore, walk to the scenic lookout to spot the resident fur seal colony and enjoy the local delicacy of crayfish.

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 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.