• Indian dinners included on most multi-day tours, with excellent Indian restaurant options in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch
• Vegetarian options widely available throughout New Zealand, one of the world's most accommodating countries for plant-based dining
• No beef or pork compulsory in any included meals
• Indian community well established in Auckland, with Papatoetoe and Manukau hosting Indian restaurants, temples and grocery shops
• India departure add-on available on some itineraries - contact our India team on 1800 123 181 181

New Zealand's seasons are reversed from the UK.

December to February is the southern hemisphere summer: warm temperatures, long days and the best conditions for Milford Sound (relatively drier), the Queenstown adventure activities and beach destinations.

March to May is autumn: the beech forests turn gold, the main sites are less crowded than summer and the weather remains settled. A very good period for touring.

June to August is winter. The South Island's ski season (Queenstown, Wanaka) is a draw for winter sports enthusiasts; the North Island is mild. Milford Sound receives more rain in winter but is hauntingly beautiful.

September to November is spring: excellent conditions across both islands, lambs in the paddocks and the crowds of summer not yet arrived.

• Currency: New Zealand Dollar (NZD)
• Language: English and Te Reo Maori (both official); no language barrier for UK travellers
• Time zone: NZST (GMT+12) in winter, NZDT (GMT+13) in summer. 12-13 hours ahead of UK.
• Electricity: Type I plugs (230V). A Type I adapter is needed for UK devices.
• Tipping: Included in your Star Tours holiday price; tipping not customary in New Zealand
• India bookings: Call our India line free on 1800 123 181 181 (10am-7pm)
• ABTA & ATOL: All our New Zealand holidays are fully protected