AAT Kings
AAT Kings tours make it easy to explore New Zealand, with transport, accommodation and key experiences arranged for you. Choose from Classic guided tours with up to 48 travellers or smaller group tours with up to 24 travellers for a more personal feel.
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Over 100 years of guided touring
AAT Kings is one of New Zealand’s most established guided holiday operators. Their New Zealand tours combine comfortable coach travel, knowledgeable Travel Directors, local guides and carefully planned itineraries, so you can enjoy the scenery without thinking about the next road, parking spot or hotel check-in.
AAT Kings tours visit many of New Zealand’s best known places, with a mix of natural landscapes, cultural experiences, national parks, cities and free time. Each tour follows a set route and departure date, giving you the reassurance of a guided holiday with the ease of having the daily details handled.
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What to expect with AAT Kings
Travel Director and driver on every tour
Guided experiences with free time
Comfortable 3.5 to 4.5 star stays
Social group travel
Twin share and room match options
Why book with New Zealand Coach Tours?
Our Wānaka-based team helps travellers choose and book guided coach, small group, train and coach, and self-guided coach journeys across New Zealand. We work with a wide range of established operators and provide local advice throughout the planning and booking process, backed by our Best Price Guarantee.
Tell us your dates, budget, pace and must-see places, and we’ll recommend suitable tours or create a tailor-made self-guided itinerary. We can also arrange extra accommodation, transfers and activities before or after your guided tour.
Choose your AAT Kings touring style
AAT Kings offers two main ways to explore New Zealand. Classic guided coach tours deliver the traditional AAT Kings experience, with groups of up to 48 guests and a mix of included sightseeing, meals and free time.
Small Group tours offer a more personal experience, with a maximum of 24 guests and an average group size of 16 to 22. Depending on the itinerary, they may include 4 to 5-star or Special Stay accommodation, most lunches and dinners, complimentary snacks and drinks, and a mix of major attractions and lesser-known highlights.
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Experiences that add more to the journey
AAT Kings includes a range of experiences designed to give more context to the places you visit. MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences focus on sustainability and supporting local communities, offering a more meaningful way to connect with New Zealand’s environment and culture. On selected tours, Be My Guest dining experiences take you beyond restaurants and into more personal settings, such as private homes or local farms, adding a different perspective to your journey.
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A well-planned tour lets you spend less time thinking about the logistics and more time enjoying New Zealand. We offer competitive prices across a wide range of coach tours, and if you find the same tour for less before booking, we’ll beat it. You’ll get a great price, trusted local advice and every detail organised in one place.
Frequently asked questions
The pace varies by itinerary. Shorter tours covering several regions may involve more frequent travel and hotel changes, while some longer itineraries include two-night stays and more time to explore. Check the day-by-day itinerary and fitness requirements to find a tour that suits your preferred pace, or get in touch and we’ll talk you through the options.
Classic tours offer the traditional AAT Kings guided coach experience, with groups of up to 48 guests. Small Group tours are limited to a maximum of 24 guests, creating a more personal style of travel with accommodation and experiences selected for smaller groups. Exact inclusions vary by itinerary.
AAT Kings tours suit travellers who want a guided holiday with transport, accommodation and key sightseeing organised in advance. They’re a convenient option if you want to experience New Zealand without driving, while travelling with a knowledgeable Travel Director and a group of other travellers.
The guided tour route, departure date and day-by-day itinerary are set. New Zealand Coach Tours can help arrange additional accommodation, transfers, activities or other travel before and after your tour.
Yes. AAT Kings New Zealand guided holidays are accompanied by a Travel Director and driver, who manage the journey and provide support throughout the tour. New Zealand Coach Tours can also help with your planning and booking before departure and with any additional arrangements around your tour.
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