Most visitors to Wellington travel from Rotorua or Napier and arrive in the late afternoon. It’s important to allow at least two nights in Wellington to give your clients a full day to fit everything in.
Consider adding on an extra night of accommodation so they can explore the wider Wellington region. Popular choices are day trips to Wairarapa or Kāpiti Coast.
Wellington is the capital and home to many businesses, making it a popular corporate destination.
There is less corporate travel from mid-December to early February, so summer is a great time for leisure travellers to visit.
There is usually more accommodation available during these months too, when other parts of the country may be fully booked.
From major international sport, concerts, and festivals, to exhibitions, community events, and conferences, Wellington has it all.
Major events often draw in big crowds so make sure you check what’s on and book your client’s accommodation and activities early.
There is often more demand during the busy summer months. To ensure your clients don’t miss out, it is a good idea to book activities in advance.
Wellington is also a cruise destination, with ships regularly visiting between October and April, and movie, city, and nature tours are very popular with cruise ship passengers.
If your clients are self-driving, encourage them to take the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail. This route is 380 kilometres (or 236 miles) and travels through regions accounting for more than 80% of New Zealand’s wine production. It features stunning scenery and indulgent wine and food experiences.
Follow the grape signs along State Highway 2, from Hawkes Bay in the north, through Wairarapa to Wellington. Cross the Cook Strait on the ferry and finish in Marlborough in the South Island.
Wellington has many activities and experiences that are perfect for clients who want eco and carbon-friendly itineraries.
Many of Wellington’s local tour companies are operating with a sustainability-first approach, and the compact city makes it easy to reduce carbon emissions by walking.