General
tiki tour
What does tiki tour mean?
A journey taken by an indirect or scenic route, or a leisurely drive with no fixed destination.
"We took the tiki tour home and stopped at a few lookouts."
Origin
New Zealand phrase incorporating Māori 'tiki'; associated with sightseeing coach tours.
Frequently asked questions
What is a tiki tour?
It's a scenic or roundabout route — a leisurely, indirect journey rather than the direct way.
Where does the phrase tiki tour come from?
It's a New Zealand phrase incorporating the Māori word 'tiki' and associated with sightseeing coach tours.
Does a tiki tour always mean getting lost?
Not necessarily — it can be a deliberate scenic detour, though it can also imply a wandering, roundabout route.
How do you use tiki tour in a sentence?
Say something like 'We took the tiki tour home and stopped at a few lookouts.'
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