Whanganui ‘Artist Open Studios’
March 2026
In March 2026 we will spend 3 nights in Whanganui for the always fabulous Artist Open Studios, and enjoy time at Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery.
Always a fun and engaging weekend. Travel to New Plymouth for one night and fly home from there.
Suggested Itinerary
Day 1. Friday, 20 March 2026
Make your way to Whanganui today on Air Chathams this afternoon and be met on arrival.
Arrive in time to take lunch and spend the afternoon among the galleries.
A late afternoon artist visit to start the weekend off, and a welcome drink at Porridge Watson.
Day 2 & 3. Saturday, 21 March and Sunday 22 March 2026
Spend two days fully immersed in the Artist Open Studio experience, as well as meet artists other artists and studios as well.
Whether it is Duncan Pavillion and Castlecliff, riverfront and Drews Ave or among the many other studios and galleries – a fun and interesting time will be had by all. Enjoy a meal together this evening.
Day 4. Monday, 23 March 206
Check out this morning and spend time touring the Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery.
We then head north to New Plymouth for one night and arriving late in the afternoon.
Day 5. Tuesday, 24 March 2026
This morning check out, visit the Len Lye Centre and Govett Brewster Art Gallery before a shuttle to the airport and your flight home.
Budget $2350.00 per person share twin / Single Supplement $550.00
This includes:
- 3 nights in Whanganui
- 1 night in New Plymouth
- 15 seater deluxe minibus for the duration from pick up Whanganui Drop off New Plymout
- Glen as your guide and driver
- Claire Chamberlain as your guide
- All gallery, museum and private visits included in the itinerary
- All meals in the final itinerary
Not Included:
- Meals not included in the itinerary
- Flights to and from New Plymouth/Whanganui
Important:
- Minimum numbers of 9 people Maximum 12
- Prices subject to change
- A deposit of $500 will hold your place on this tour.
- Full payment will be 30 January 2026.
*Itinerary and prices subject to change. Terms and conditions apply to refunds, payments and cancellations. Please ask us for detail.
Minimum numbers and terms and conditions apply.
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Travel Advocates terms and conditions apply as well as Art Travel cancellation fees. Domestic Travel Insurance is recommended.
“We have the privilege of regularly welcoming artists to our district and collaboration across industries, art forms and genres shapes our distinct character.”
Emma Bugden
Whanganui & Partners, Strategic Lead – Creative Industries & Arts