Description
Calder & Lawson Tours
New Zealand-owned small group tour specialists with over 35 years of experience — based in Hamilton, exploring the country.
About Calder & Lawson Tours
Calder & Lawson Tours is a Hamilton-based tour operator with more than 35 years of experience running small group tours across New Zealand. Operated from Chartwell under the leadership of a dedicated team, Calder & Lawson has built a well-earned reputation for quality touring experiences that combine great itineraries with personalised service. As a proudly New Zealand-owned company, they bring genuine local knowledge to every tour they run.
Small group touring is their speciality — which means you get a more intimate, flexible experience compared to large coach tours. The team keeps group sizes manageable so guests receive personal attention and the tour pace can adapt to the group's interests and energy. This approach has earned them a loyal following of repeat guests who come back year after year.
Tours and Destinations
New Zealand Coach Tours
Calder & Lawson offers a comprehensive range of New Zealand coach tours spanning both islands. From the geothermal wonders of Rotorua and the stunning scenery of Fiordland to the wine regions of Marlborough and the cultural richness of Northland, their itineraries cover the full breadth of what New Zealand has to offer. Tours range from short breaks to multi-week adventures.
Themed and Special Interest Tours
Beyond standard sightseeing tours, Calder & Lawson runs themed tours focused on gardens, heritage, wine and food, and seasonal highlights. These tours attract guests with specific interests who want to explore New Zealand through a particular lens.
Custom and Charter Tours
The team also offers custom and charter tour services for groups — ideal for clubs, societies, corporate groups, or family gatherings that want a bespoke itinerary and dedicated transport. With 35+ years in the business, they have the network and expertise to arrange tours that are genuinely memorable.
Why Travel with Calder & Lawson
Over three and a half decades, Calder & Lawson has refined the art of New Zealand touring. Their guides are knowledgeable and friendly, their coaches are comfortable, and their itineraries are built around genuine highlights rather than tourist traps. For travellers who want to see New Zealand properly — with good company and without the hassle of driving themselves — this is a highly recommended option.
Get in Touch
- Address: 697c Wairere Drive, Chartwell, Hamilton 3210
- Phone: 0800 853 276
- Email: cnltours@hot.co.nz
- Website: calderandlawsontours.co.nz
