This 4-day, 3-night independent journey travels north from Wellington to Auckland visiting's some of New Zealand's highlights along the way. Enjoy a visit to Rotorua's Whakarewarewa Living Māori Village, experience the Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Hobbiton Movie Set and explore Auckland's main City Sights. The package includes two nights’ accommodation in Rotorua and one night in Auckland.
Lake Terrace, Taupo, New Zealand
Travelling by road from Wellington to Rotorua via the Kapiti Coast, Palmerston North, the central plateau (home to several active volcanoes), Lake Taupo arriving in Rotorua Late afternoon.
Rotorua, New Zealand
Arrive Rotorua late afternoon and transferred to your central accommodation. Remainder of the day and evening at leisure.
17 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa, Rotorua, Rotorua, New Zealand
This morning collected from your accommodation and transferred to Whakarewarewa geothermal reserve and Maori Living Village. Here you will enjoy a guided tour and Maori Cultural performance.
Rotorua, New Zealand
Early afternoon transferred back to your hotel. Remainder of the day at leisure to explore Rotorua, this thermal wonderland on your own. You may like to visit the Government Gardens, wander along the lake front, do some shopping in the central township or visit one of the many attractions the city has to offer, such as the Skyline Gondola, Agrodome or Canopy Ziplining.
39 Waitomo Village Road, Waitomo Caves, New Zealand
Travel from Rotorua to Auckland via the Waitomo Glowworm caves with a guided tour of the caves including a boat through the glowworm grotto. Arrive in Auckland mid-afternoon where you will be transferred to your central city accommodation.
501 Buckland Road, Hinuera, New Zealand
head to the world famous location of Hobbiton: a farm that has been transformed for The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movie set. See fairytale landscapes of the Shire as well as 44 hobbit holes, the Mill and double arch bridge, the party tree, and visit the Green Dragon Inn. Take a photo at the door of Bilbo’s house and learn about some interesting stories and trivia from enthusiastic guides.
Auckland Central, New Zealand
Arriving Central Auckland City late afternoon, where you will be transferred to your Auckland accommodation.
Auckland, New Zealand
Spend the morning doing a comprehensive city sights tour of Auckland, after which your 4 day tour will conclude.
Wellington Railway Station - Platform 10 - Intercity Coach
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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