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Experience New Zealand like never before with Great Kiwi Trips, your premier travel design company based in Aotearoa. We craft bespoke adventures that showcase the true essence of New Zealand. Our 50+ customisable three-night packages allow you to mix and match for a personalised journey, whether you're seeking adventure, relaxation, or cultural immersion. We also offer a special surprise/mystery destination package for local travellers, adding a unique twist to their explorations. From international visitors to Kiwis looking for a fresh perspective, we provide unforgettable, tailored travel experiences. Start your adventure with us today!
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Michael T
5 contributions
Dec 2019 • Friends
With so much to do on New Zealand’s north and south islands, and with three people with different sets of tastes and interests and a fixed amount of time, how do you plan a memorable Trip of a Lifetime? Answer: hire Time2Go.
Luke and his team did a fantastic job aligning what we WANTED to see with things we didn’t even know EXISTED, and then knowing enough about us to suggest activities that would AMAZE us. Not only that, but Time2Go stayed on top of two weeks’ worth of logistics and travel and never missed connection, whether plane, train, ferry, bus or rental car.
Te Papa, Rotorua, energetic Christchurch, Hamilton Gardens, wine country, Akaroa, the redwoods, kauri groves, dolphins, scenic rail trips and nature hikes .... it was a packed itinerary that still had just the right amount of “down” time for rest and relaxation.
Thanks, Time2Go, for combining your deep experience with our interests and lifelong dreams. Trip of a lifetime!!
Luke and his team did a fantastic job aligning what we WANTED to see with things we didn’t even know EXISTED, and then knowing enough about us to suggest activities that would AMAZE us. Not only that, but Time2Go stayed on top of two weeks’ worth of logistics and travel and never missed connection, whether plane, train, ferry, bus or rental car.
Te Papa, Rotorua, energetic Christchurch, Hamilton Gardens, wine country, Akaroa, the redwoods, kauri groves, dolphins, scenic rail trips and nature hikes .... it was a packed itinerary that still had just the right amount of “down” time for rest and relaxation.
Thanks, Time2Go, for combining your deep experience with our interests and lifelong dreams. Trip of a lifetime!!
Written 1 January 2020
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Jean Allen
Auckland, New Zealand36 contributions
Apr 2022
We booked our surprise get away in 2021 hoping to head away for my 40th in October. However, due to Covid we were unable to go as Auckland was in lockdown. From the get go Luke was awesome with keeping us updated and checking in. We decided to shift our holiday to the Easter Break. We booked for a surprise trip for four (two adults and two teenager) for 5 nights. We were so excited with the possibility of where we could end up.
We ended up in Queenstown which we were all excited about, especially the kids as they had never been before. Everything was planned so well that we did not have a single moment of worry the whole time. The itinerary was clear and we knew where we had to be at what time every day. We also appreciated the suggestions for where to eat and additional things to check out. As we were away over the Easter break, the team also reminded us of additional cost on public holidays and tried to source places that did not cost extra. There was such a good balance between activities and down time too, which allowed us to enjoy our surroundings. We had an amazing view from our room balcony so it was nice to enjoy a few quiet afternoon drinks along with the awesome activities. Luke and his team through of everything, including added little extra surprises on our trip like happy birthday signs and Easter fudge deliveries. Throughout the trip Luke and the team were there is we needed them (not that we did as everyone went amazingly smoothly), and provided us any updates, such as letting us know that our Airport shuttle would be 10 mins early.
I really can not praise Luke and his team enough for the effort and thoughtfulness that went into creating such a memorable trip away for us and our family. I would highly recommend this company and their surprise trip to anyone and everyone.
We can not wait to go on our next surprise trip with the team!
We ended up in Queenstown which we were all excited about, especially the kids as they had never been before. Everything was planned so well that we did not have a single moment of worry the whole time. The itinerary was clear and we knew where we had to be at what time every day. We also appreciated the suggestions for where to eat and additional things to check out. As we were away over the Easter break, the team also reminded us of additional cost on public holidays and tried to source places that did not cost extra. There was such a good balance between activities and down time too, which allowed us to enjoy our surroundings. We had an amazing view from our room balcony so it was nice to enjoy a few quiet afternoon drinks along with the awesome activities. Luke and his team through of everything, including added little extra surprises on our trip like happy birthday signs and Easter fudge deliveries. Throughout the trip Luke and the team were there is we needed them (not that we did as everyone went amazingly smoothly), and provided us any updates, such as letting us know that our Airport shuttle would be 10 mins early.
I really can not praise Luke and his team enough for the effort and thoughtfulness that went into creating such a memorable trip away for us and our family. I would highly recommend this company and their surprise trip to anyone and everyone.
We can not wait to go on our next surprise trip with the team!
Written 19 April 2022
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Jojo Stewart
5 contributions
Jul 2020
We did Time 2 Go's 'Surprise Kiwi Adventure' to celebrate my birthday and I couldn't recommend it more. Great for Kiwis looking to see more of NZ. It was very fun to turn up at the airport without knowing where we were going, and plan was a perfect fit for us. We did a South Island road trip with a great balance of planned activities and free time, and great local food and coffee advice! The itinerary was really personalised and thoughtful and it made for a very special birthday trip. Thanks again Luke!!
Written 13 July 2020
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Melissa N
4 contributions
Apr 2023
We booked a mystery tryp though NZ Insight and it was such a fun and incredibly exciting way to see Aotearoa! Luke made us a great itinerary that ticked all our boxes and made sure we were treated to a lovely long weekend away with exceptional effort on our behalf; all we needed to do was show up to the airport on time and the rest was done for us. We took almost all of the recommendations in our itinerary for food and leisure activites and we both surprised and stoked with where we ended up. You can choose your own budget for the mystery trips - as well as length of stay, and whether you want accommodation and/or travel - and I don't know how he made it work, but Luke managed to give us an absolute banger of a holiday for a price I would say is exceptionally reasonable. If you are keen to throw caution to the wind a little and do a sneaky escpae around NZ, this is such a great way to do it! The excitement about where we were going to end up was so cool and I would absolutely use this again to have escapes with friends of mine.
Written 23 April 2023
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SerraClark
Kapiti Coast, New Zealand10 contributions
Oct 2020 • Friends
I asked Luke to plan my best friend and I an adventure for celebrating my 40th birthday. I usually hate surprises but was also sick of trying to plan holidays and figuring out where to go and how to get there and this seemed perfect as we could give Luke some direction and just sit back until the day
We opted for a road trip and ended up on the ferry down to Nelson and Abel Tasman which was perfect, I'd never spent time there and have been wanting to hit the Abel Tasman track
Luke gave us plenty of suggestions for where to eat and activities to pick and choose plus two lovely lodges with everything we needed. Luke was also available to help via text the whole time, with ideas etc
Absolutely recommend
We opted for a road trip and ended up on the ferry down to Nelson and Abel Tasman which was perfect, I'd never spent time there and have been wanting to hit the Abel Tasman track
Luke gave us plenty of suggestions for where to eat and activities to pick and choose plus two lovely lodges with everything we needed. Luke was also available to help via text the whole time, with ideas etc
Absolutely recommend
Written 11 October 2020
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Shannon B
7 contributions
Jul 2020 • Solo
I booked a surprise New Zealand itinerary.
I love the concept of the surprise holiday and it was super easy. I answered a fun small questionnaire about activity likes and dislikes, selected a budget and mode of transport. Then that was it, there was no stressing out to plan a holiday. Just the excitement of waiting and guessing the places I could go.
My surprise holiday took me to hanmer springs, Christchurch and akaroa.
The itinerary was well thought out, from the activities that were selected for me to maps of different scenic driving routes and dinner suggestions.
I love the concept of the surprise holiday and it was super easy. I answered a fun small questionnaire about activity likes and dislikes, selected a budget and mode of transport. Then that was it, there was no stressing out to plan a holiday. Just the excitement of waiting and guessing the places I could go.
My surprise holiday took me to hanmer springs, Christchurch and akaroa.
The itinerary was well thought out, from the activities that were selected for me to maps of different scenic driving routes and dinner suggestions.
Written 25 July 2020
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Pat M
Hamilton, New Zealand82 contributions
Mar 2021 • Solo
The whole trip was a great experience. As an older Kiwi traveling on my own I found the trip itinerary easy to follow. The accommodation was varied and very comfortable. My likes had been well included with a couple of unexpected experiences. All round a great experience
Written 15 March 2021
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TAG29
Titirangi, New Zealand30 contributions
Aug 2020 • Friends
We organised a mystery 4 day weekend with Time 2 Go.. it was fun and exciting not knowing where we were going until the day. All the bookings and suggestions provided were fantastic, so make sure you provide them with accurate and relevant information so they can plan the best mystery escape for you.
My mystery weekend took me to an area that I am a regular visitor to, and they still managed to find activities to do and places to visit that were new to me.
Not having to spend time planning and organising allows for a stress free holiday so you just have to sit back and enjoy.
My mystery weekend took me to an area that I am a regular visitor to, and they still managed to find activities to do and places to visit that were new to me.
Not having to spend time planning and organising allows for a stress free holiday so you just have to sit back and enjoy.
Written 10 August 2020
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Joanne M
9 contributions
Jul 2020
We went on a 6 day Surprise Kiwi Adventure. Our preferences were noted and it was so exciting to find that every day included something we really loved to do, especially the choices of eating places. We knew that help was only a txt away and we followed our itinerary with excitement and anticipation every day. We would like to do this again and travel around the best and safest country in the world with Time2Go.
Written 4 August 2020
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Amanda Keen
1 contribution
Nov 2020
A great concept, we loved every minute of our surprise trip that Luke organised for us. It suited us to a tee and we thoroughly enjoyed our long weekend away. Would 100% recommend to everyone! Cannot wait to book another one soon.
Written 22 November 2020
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