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BEST OF NORTH ISLAND EXPERIENCE
Rotorua, Auckland
English, Portuguese, Spanish
Duration 7 days
Start
Auckland, New Zealand
End
Auckland, New Zealand
Destinations
New Zealand
Multi-day tour type
Private
Guide Type
Fully Guided
Category
Adventure
Duration
7 days
Languages
English, Portuguese, Spanish
Product type
Private Vacations

.Embark on a journey through New Zealand's North Island. Explore Auckland's vibrant cityscape before delving into the geothermal wonders of Rotorua. Discover the enchanting glowworm caves of Waitomo and Ruakari, then step into the fantastical world of the Hobbiton Movie Set. Indulge in therapeutic experiences at Hell's Gate Geothermal Park before unwinding at the serene shores of Lake Taupo. Join us for an unforgettable adventure filled with discovery and relaxation.

Itinerary

Auckland Sightseeing Tour - Get to know Auckland¿s past and present with a day tour of its iconic and scenic city highlights. View the sky tower, Auckland Harbour bridge, drive alongside the waterfront on Tamaki Drive, visit Bastion point, Auckland domain and war memorial, Parnell village, Mt. Eden summit. Visit the Auckland war memorial and museum on a one hour guided tour and get a glimpse into Māori culture, which takes you on a journey through the story of Aotearoa (New Zealand).


Overnight stay in Auckland

Travel in style from Auckland to this amazing destination located in the King Country of the Waikato takes about 3 hours when driving south from Auckland. Be amazed by thousands of magical glowworms above as you glide silently by boat in the world famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves The enchanting Waitomo Caves have been attracting visitors for more than 120 years, thanks to their incredible limestone formations and luminescent glowworms. Ride a boat beneath thousands of tiny glow-worms inhabit the cave and put on a mesmerising light display likened to the twinkling night sky.

Enjoy a sumptuous BBQ buffet lunch at Waitomo before we head down to the second cave.

Discover a captivating blend of Waitomo's most compelling subterranean experiences in Ruakuri Cave on NZ's longest underground walking tour and an experience that must be seen to be believed. Get up-close to the glow-worms in this solar powered cave. Journey down through the spectacular spiral entrance, and marvel at

the softly folding shawl-like limestone formations and crystal tapestries. Hear the distant thunder of the subterranean waterfalls while getting up close and personal with the glow-worms.


Overnight stay in Rotorua.

Experience the world famous Hobbiton Movie Set where you'll see the intricately created 'Hobbit holes' the Green Dragon Inn, the Party Tree and so much more cinematic magic! Immerse yourself in the sights, smells, sounds and tastes of the Shire as featured in the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit trilogies followed by a delicious buffet lunch served inside the festive Party Marquee. Your meal is served buffet style from a specially themed table, bursting with hobbit fare, with shared table seating to dine family style with your group. Along with an open-air museum of the history of gardens, where you can travel through time and see how gardens have grown (literally) and evolved around the world.


Overnight Stay in Rotorua.

Discover the Waimangu Volcanic Valley and Lake Rotomahana with the Full Waimangu Experience. You'll enjoy beautiful walking & hiking trails, woven through a natural geothermal ecosystem. Complete the experience with a 45 minute boat cruise around Lake Rotomahana, the final resting place of the Pink & WhiteTerraces.


Experience an evening of ceremonial ritual, powerful cultural performance, storytelling & hangi feasting at Te Pā Tū Evening Māori Cultural Experience. A journey into the heart of Māori Culture... an experience you will never forget! The most award-winning cultural attraction in New Zealand... Voted Top 10 best attraction in the World - a cultural experience like no other. Delivered with genuine heart and soul, Te Pā Tū, (formerly Tamaki Māori Village) offers a window in to a truly riveting, spirited way of life.


Overnight Stay in Rotorua.

This day we start our morning exploring the geothermal city highlights by visiting the stunning locations in the heart of Rotorua. Explore historic gardens that surround a Tudor-style spa bath house and an ornate Mediterranean-style public swimming pool. Peer through the steam into ancient bubbling geothermal pools.

Have a devilishly good time at Hells Gate excite experience. Enjoy this thermal wonder land with our interactive guided or self-guided tour before relaxing in the geothermal muds and sulphur waters. Get down

and dirty in a mud bath and unwind in a Sulphur spa overlooking a spectacular geothermal landscape, before cooling off in a beautiful spring-fed waterfall and cool plunge pool.

Enjoy an action packed half hour of jet boat thrills around Lake Rotorua! Feel the rush of adrenaline as our V8 engines blast you over the water up to 85 km/h, and our experienced drivers throw the boats into 360° spins.


Overnight Stay in Rotorua.

Take a boat tour around the scenic Western Bays of Lake Taupō to see the huge Māori rock carving at Mine Bay on Lake Taupo . The carvings have been hailed as one of New Zealand's most extraordinary artworks, and exploring them from the water is an unmissable experience!

Be amazed by the majestic Huka Falls and explore the scenic beauty of Lake Taupō waterfront by stretching your legs along one of many lakeside walking trails and take a step away and enjoy the complete peace and quiet of water's edge picnic spots and elevated viewing areas.

Finally, we excite the senses, be tempted by an amazing array of 100% pure New Zealand honey, mead, natural health and wellbeing products and unique gift ideas. A unique taste experience with free honey, mead & liqueur tastings. Live beehive viewings and fascinating interactive displays. Discover health & wellness products, divine honey-based skincare products.

Overnight Stay in Rotorua.

Travel on the Skyline Gondola up the side of Mount Ngongotaha and experience spectacular views of Lake Rotorua, the city and steaming geothermal vistas. Once up top enjoy 5 luge rides to zip off with friends or family to discover who has the skills to master the Luge. Travel back to Auckland.

Drop off at designation location in Auckland.

Fully guided return transfers and sightseeing

A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the journey

Informative commentary on board as you travel

Luxurious temperature-controlled transportation in a comfortable Mercedes-Benz Sprinter minibus

Complimentary high-speed internet on-board the minibus

Exclusive immersive activities and interaction with local communities

Built-in leisure time, to explore destinations as you wish

Quality hand-picked accommodation selected to immerse you in your destination

Comprehensive sightseeing admission fees as specified in the itinerary

Pre-tour and Post-tour accommodation

International and domestic airfares

Visa & Insurance

Airport taxes

Any items or services not specified in the inclusions

Early check-in or late check-out of rooms

Lunch, dinner and any beverages unless specified in itinerary

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Porterage Expenses

Any expenses personal in nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone/fax calls

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Accommodation (Twin Share Basis) with Breakfast Included

1 Night Accommodation in Auckland

5 Nights Accommodation in Rotorua

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