New Zealand Military Heritage & Scenic Coach Tours
Discover New Zealand on a journey that blends breathtaking scenery with powerful military history. Honour Bound tours take you beyond ordinary sightseeing, visiting ANZAC memorials, coastal defences, museums, and battle sites, while also showcasing world-famous destinations such as Milford Sound, Rotorua, and the Bay of Islands. Designed for veterans, history enthusiasts, and senior travellers, our fully guided North and South Island coach tours offer comfort, insight, and connection — a truly unique way to experience New Zealand.
Why Choose Honour Bound?
Authentic Military Heritage – Explore iconic battlefields like Ruapekapeka Pā, Rangiriri, and Gate Pā. Walk WWII fortifications at Godley Head and Stony Batter, and stand before the rare Armstrong Disappearing Gun at Fort Taiaroa.
ANZAC Day in Wellington (Select tours only) – Experience New Zealand’s most sacred day of remembrance at the dawn service at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park.
Scenery Beyond Compare – Cruise Milford Sound, gaze at Aoraki/Mount Cook, explore Rotorua’s geothermal wonders, and discover the Bay of Islands.
Expertly Guided – Our Kiwi team blends military insight with warm hospitality, ensuring history is brought vividly to life.
A Journey for All – Designed for veterans, history enthusiasts, and travellers who want a unique, meaningful way to explore New Zealand.
Tours
20 Day - Ultimate Exploration
From the Far North to Southlands rugged wilderness, experience the ultimate exploration of New Zealands natural beauty and military history.
10 Day Highlights
From Auckland to Christchurch, explore much of New Zealand’s rich Natural beauty and Military history.
Upcoming Departures & Pricing
20-Day Military Heritage & Scenic Tour – Ultimate Exploration
📅 Departure: 15 April 2026
💰 Price: NZD $13,599 per person
🌟 Early Bird Special: Save $600 when you book early!
This flagship itinerary covers both the North and South Islands, blending iconic destinations like Milford Sound, Rotorua, and the Bay of Islands with historic ANZAC memorials, coastal defence sites, and museums.
15-Day Northern Explorer, 16-Day Southern Experience, and 10-Day Highlights Tour
These itineraries are currently closed for sale. Please register your interest to be notified of future departures.
Honour Bound – Quick Questions
What makes Honour Bound different from other New Zealand coach tours?
Honour Bound blends New Zealand’s most scenic highlights with unique military heritage sites. Our tours are designed for travellers who want more than sightseeing — we connect landscapes with history, from ANZAC memorials to World War II coastal defences, Colonial History and more, all while taking in New Zealand’s stunning scenic landscapes.
Are Honour Bound tours suitable for older travellers?
Yes. Our modern coaches are comfortable, with regular stops built in. We design itineraries that balance sightseeing with relaxation, making them ideal for senior travellers, veterans, and groups.
Do your tours include both North and South Island?
Yes. Our flagship itineraries travel the length of New Zealand — from Auckland and Rotorua in the North Island, to Marlborough, Christchurch, Queenstown, and Milford Sounds in the South Island.
Do you run ANZAC Day tours in New Zealand?
Yes. Honour Bound offers special ANZAC Day departures in April, allowing guests to attend dawn services while exploring New Zealand’s history and scenery.
15 Day - Northern Explorer
Explore the rich military history of New Zealand, and its stunning natural wilderness. Finishing in Christchurch, this tour takes in much of the rich military history of New Zealand.
15 Day - Southern Experience
From Auckland to the deep South, revel in New Zealand’s natural history interwoven with its diverse Military tradition.