For 127 years, Newmans has been providing quality holidays to travelers from all over the world. From the very first tour in 1879 when the Newman brothers purchased “the finest carriage and horses that money could buy” in New Zealand, Newmans has maintained unparalleled levels of quality, value and personalized service. These uncompromising standards still apply today, resulting in holiday memories clients will cherish for the rest of their lives.

Brothers Tom and Harry Newman set off carrying Her Majesty’s mail on July 1, 1879 in a yellow, green and red coach. There were no passengers on this day, just precious bags of mail. Many said they were foolhardy, their journey would encounter gorges, cliffs and rivers, but their determination to succeed is now a legend in the history of New Zealand transportation.

In 1920, Tom’s son Jack took over and under his direction the company expanded, moving into package tour operations and opening offices in Australia, Japan, Los Angeles and throughout New Zealand after World War II.

In 1973, Newmans was taken over by the TNL Group, (now THL) and in 1979 when Newmans celebrated its Centenary it was recognized as the largest tourist company in New Zealand.

In the 1990’s the McGeary family-owned APT Group with its own long-established and proud history took over the management of the Newmans Escorted Touring business whilst THL remain as the managers of Newmans independent holidays. This partnership with vision and like-minded commitment to quality ensures the continued growth of the company.

Newmans South Pacific Vacations in Los Angeles is now an American-owned company that has been well-established for almost 30 years.