Whether seeking adventure, relaxation, or cultural immersion, Africa is a destination that continuously surprises, delights, and inspires, offering something truly exceptional at every turn.

The North Africa and Middle East is a captivating tapestry of contrasts, where ancient history and modernity coexist in vibrant harmony, offering travellers a rich blend of cultures.

Asia, the world’s largest continent, is a region of stunning contrasts, heritage, breathtaking landscapes, and culinary delights. Asia offers a variety of experiences for every traveller.

Europe, with its rich tapestry of cultures and stunning landscapes, provides travellers with an extraordinary journey through time. This diverse continent is a treasure trove of iconic landmarks.

Whether seeking adventure, relaxation, or cultural immersion, Africa is a destination that continuously surprises, delights, and inspires, offering something truly exceptional at every turn.

Family Adventures are designed to bring generations together through unforgettable shared experiences. From wildlife encounters to soft adventure, interactive activities and time to relax, these holidays combine fun, learning and exploration in a seamless itinerary. Whether travelling with young children, teenagers, grandparents or extended family, our carefully planned journeys cater to a range of interests and ages.

Our Women Only Tours are created for women who love to explore and want to share the journey with others who feel the same. Whether you're venturing out on your own or travelling with a friend, these small group tours offer a safe, supportive, and inspiring way to experience remarkable destinations such as Egypt, India and Sri Lanka—countries rich in culture, colour, and unforgettable moments.

Step into a world where every detail is meticulously curated—welcome to Innovative Travel’s Platinum Collection. Designed for the discerning traveller, these bespoke private itineraries feature luxury hotels and exceptional inclusions that elevate every moment. The Platinum Collection offers extraordinary travel experiences—ensuring memories as unforgettable as the destinations themselves.

This style of travel offers the best of both worlds: the freedom to travel at your own pace while having all the essential arrangements organised to suit your personal requirements. Accommodation, transfers, and sightseeing experiences—whether private, small-group or regular tours—are pre-booked and tailored to your preferences, ensuring a seamless journey without the stress of planning.

Innovative Travel's luxury Africa safaris, enable you to truly experience these magnificent animal kingdoms. Based at authentic luxury lodges or tented camps, located in pristine private animal reserves, or protected game parks, experiencing a bespoke African Safari will transport you to another place and time. Africa is a continent of breathtaking diversity and unrivalled natural beauty, offering a travel experience like no other.

There is something magical about floating along a river and watching the life of locals on the riverbank as you drift by, or waking up aboard a boat in a private bay. For many, cruising is the ultimate way to experience a destination. Whether it is Ocean or Coastal Cruising, or the ever-popular River Cruising options Innovative Travel offers, this holiday style is for those who enjoy the journey as much as the destination.

With so many ways to experience the Greek Islands, travelling independently allows you to explore at your own pace with the reassurance of a well-planned itinerary. Innovative Travel can create a fully tailored journey, designed to suit your interests, style and budget—turning your dream Greek escape into a seamless experience. Our packages include private transfers, fast ferries (where available), and accommodation.

A self-drive holiday gives you the perfect balance of freedom, flexibility and adventure. With your own vehicle and a thoughtfully planned itinerary, you can take in spectacular scenery, discover must-see attractions, explore charming towns, and enjoy authentic local experiences along the way. Stop when something catches your eye, take the scenic route, and travel at a relaxed pace that works for you.

Join a set departure Small Group Tour to experience new destinations with like-minded travellers and take advantage of increased value. With Small Group Tours to almost all of our destinations, the hassle of travel is largely removed and replaced with the opportunity to make life-long friends. Innovative Travel's Small Group Tours are guaranteed with two people and generally have a maximum size of 18.

Coach tours are a wonderful way to explore new destinations with ease and in comfort. With set departures and slightly larger group sizes, any trepidation about visiting an exotic destination are quickly forgotten as you socialise and explore amongst your travelling companions. With sightseeing, daily breakfasts, accommodation, transfers and transport all taken care of, you are free to sit back and enjoy.

Innovative Travel prides itself on working with tour hosts who are experts in their fields and who each add very special ‘insider’ knowledge to enhance our clients’ experience. We are very privileged to work with some of New Zealand’s most reputed personalities from all walks of life. Many of our tour hosts bring 30+ years' experience to the role, so you can rest assured your holiday will be seamless.

Make the most of your travels by visiting multiple destinations in one unforgettable trip. Almost all of our Private Holidays, Select & Mix Experiences, and Small Group Tours can be combined with options in nearby destinations, giving you the flexibility to create a longer and more varied holiday experience. We also offer pre-planned multi-destination holidays for travellers looking to see, experience and enjoy.

I recently visited Egypt with a group of 22 friends and family. The itinerary we chose was bespoke and the Innovative team worked enthusiastically to make arrangements... Read More

Richard H - Travelled April/May 2025
Bespoke Private Holiday

We had an unforgettable experience! Our Turkey tour was perfectly balanced with breathtaking sites like Cappadocia and Ephesus, delicious local food, and a knowledgeable... Read More

David & Donna - Travelled June 2025
Travel Agent: Anne-Marie Denton - Shore Travel, Milford

Our tour was full on - covered a lot of km's but felt we saw a good sample of land Greece (Athens - Nafplion - Olympia - Delphi - Kalambaka - Athens)... Read More

Tom & Janet
Travel Agent: Aaron, HOT Te Awamutu