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North Island Spectacular

This 16 day tour starts in Auckland and finishes in Wellington.

Soar over the turquoise waters of the Bay of Islands, stand in the shadow of ancient kauri giants, and wake up to the sound of native birds. This adventure takes you from the golden sands of Cathedral Cove to the volcanic peaks of Tongariro, where you’ll glide across hidden lakes and explore private glowworm grottoes away from the crowds. From sun-drenched Waiheke vineyards to the creative energy of Wellington’s waterfront, you’ll dive into a world of geothermal wonders, coastal magic, and authentic Māori hospitality. It’s a spectacular loop of New Zealand’s most legendary landscapes, curated for those who want to see it all in style.

Accommodation type on this tour is: Boutique Lodges & Hotels.

This tour also features:

Included activity: Private Transfer Auckland Airport to your Auckland Accommodation with Tourcorp

Included activity: Electronic Travel Guide and In-Country Support App

Included activity: The Visitor Promise - Cultural Learning Course

Included activity: Hells Gate Experience (Geothermal Walk, Mud Bath, Sulphur Spas)

Included activity: Lake Taupo Scenic Cruise to the Maori Rock Carvings

Included activity: Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

Included activity: Sky Waka Gondola Sightseeing Trip with Whakapapa

Included activity: Kapiti Classic Guided Day Tour with Kapiti Island Nature Tours - Lunch Included

Included activity: Wellington Half Day Private Tour with Capital Personalized Tour

Included activity: Fullers Ferry Auckland to Waiheke Island (Return)

Included activity: EcoZip Adventures Waiheke Island

Included activity: One Day Eride Waiheke E-Bike hire at Waiheke Island

Included activity: Fullers Ferry Waiheke Island to Auckland

Included activity: Hole in the Rock Cruise with Fullers

Included activity: Cape Reinga Scenic Flight and Guided Tour with Salt Air

Included activity: Waitangi Treaty Grounds Guided Tour and Cultural Performance

Included activity: Cathedral Cove Scenic Cruise

Included activity: Private Footwhistle Glowworm Cave Tour with CaveWorld

15 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner, 1 special dinner

Itinerary summary for: North Island Spectacular

Day 1: Welcome to Aotearoa, New Zealand
Accommodation: Fable Auckland

Day 2: Explore the protected island of Tiritiri Matangi
Accommodation: Fable Auckland

Day 3: Travel north to Russell in the Bay of Islands
Accommodation: Arcadia Lodge, Russell

Day 4: Cruise the Bay of Islands
Accommodation: Arcadia Lodge, Russell

Day 5: Full day tour to Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach
Accommodation: Arcadia Lodge, Russell

Day 6: Visit Waitangi Treaty Grounds
Accommodation: Woodhouse Mountain Lodge Warkworth

Day 7: Head South to the Coastal Coromandel Peninsula
Accommodation: Hahei Bed & Breakfast

Day 8: Explore the iconic Cathedral Cove
Accommodation: Hahei Bed & Breakfast

Day 9: Visit Waitomo Caves
Accommodation: Wild Canvas - Kowhai Tent

Day 10: Drive from Waitomo to the cultural heart of Rotorua
Accommodation: Kohutapu Lodge

Day 11: Discover Rotorua
Accommodation: Kohutapu Lodge

Day 12: Leave Rotorua via the Great Lake Taupō for Tongariro National Park
Accommodation: The Park Hotel Ruapehu

Day 13: Explore Tongariro before continuing south down the East Coast
Accommodation: Kokomea PurePod

Day 14: Explore Kapiti Island
Accommodation: Kokomea PurePod

Day 15: Uncover the charms of the Capital
Accommodation: Bolton Hotel Wellington

Day 16: Depart Wellington today