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Hi, we’re Tania and Toni We explore Aotearoa – New Zealand in our campervan and venture around the world, always trusting the journey. For us, food is soul food — every dish tells a story, and every place adds a new chapter. Come along as we share our travels, tips, and the moments that make the journey worthwhile.

Lord of the Rings Explorer Journey: 7 Day South Island Route

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Lord of the Rings South Island Journey From Picton through Middle-earth and south to Queenstown This New Zealand itinerary is designed for travellers who want to explore the dramatic alpine landscapes that helped shape Middle-earth on screen. Beginning in Waitohi – Picton, the journey travels south through coastal highways, braided river valleys and alpine basins […]

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Lord of the Rings Explorer Journey: 7 Day North Island Route

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Lord of the Rings North Island Journey This New Zealand itinerary is designed for travellers who want to experience the landscapes that helped bring Middle-earth to life. Beginning in Tāmaki Makaurau – Auckland, the journey travels south through the green farmland of Waikato before reaching the limestone valleys of Piopio and the volcanic plateau of

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South Island Explorer: 14 Day Scenic Loop

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The Full South Island Scenic Journey The journey can begin in Ōtautahi – Christchurch or Tāhuna – Queenstown, depending on where travellers arrive. From Christchurch the route heads north along the dramatic coastline to Kaikōura, where mountains rise sharply from the Pacific Ocean and marine wildlife thrives offshore. Continuing north, the journey moves through the

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South Island inc Stewart Island Explorer: 14 Day Journey

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The Complete Southern Journey Beginning in Ōtautahi – Christchurch, the journey travels south along the island’s eastern coastline through historic towns and wildlife-rich regions including Timaru, Oamaru and Ōtepoti – Dunedin, before reaching the southernmost communities of Murihiku – Southland. From Bluff, the adventure extends further south with a crossing to Rakiura – Stewart Island,

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Southern South Island Explorer: 14 Day Scenic Journey

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Coastlines, Lakes and Fiordland Journey The journey can begin in Ōtautahi – Christchurch or Tāhuna – Queenstown, depending on where travellers arrive. From Christchurch the route heads north toward Hanmer Springs before crossing the Southern Alps through Lewis Pass, where mountain valleys and native forest lead to the rugged coastline of Te Tai Poutini –

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Top of the South Explorer: 7 Day Scenic Journey

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The journey can begin in Ōtautahi – Christchurch or Waitohi – Picton, depending on where travellers arrive. From Christchurch the route heads north toward the alpine village of Hanmer Springs, before reaching the dramatic coastline of Kaikōura, where mountains rise sharply from the Pacific Ocean. Travellers beginning in Picton can easily join the route through

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South Island East Explorer: 7 Day Scenic Journey

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Coast, Alps and Fiordland Journey Beginning in Waitohi – Picton, the journey follows the coastline south through the vineyards of Blenheim before reaching the dramatic cliffs and marine-rich waters of Kaikōura, where mountains rise sharply from the sea. From the coast the route turns inland toward the alpine village of Hanmer Springs, known for its

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Southern Starlight Explorer: 7 Day Journey

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Beginning in Christchurch, the journey travels south along the Canterbury coast before turning inland toward the alpine landscapes of the Mackenzie Basin. Along the way, small towns, braided rivers and coastal viewpoints offer gentle moments before the scenery begins to rise toward the mountains. As the route continues through Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki and Aoraki

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