North Island Tour
It's a busy 6 days on the North Island but you'll see it
all - superb coastline and beaches, hot springs and thermals,
lakes and mountains, Maori culture and Art Deco architecture.
It's not all rush and no relaxation though; throw in some
of the best dining and wineries in New Zealand and you've
got a great tour!
6 day tour - Variable pricing
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Auckland - Start your trip
in New Zealand's most cosmopolitan city. Stroll through Queen
Street, enjoy some of the best dining in New Zealand and cruise
magnificent Waitemata Harbour, the 'heart' of the city. You don't
have to be a yachtsman to appreciate the City of Sails - but it
helps!
 Coromandel
Peninsula - You'll quickly see why New Zealanders flock
here on holiday. The serenity attracts 'alternative lifestylers'
away from Auckland but the rest come for the North Island's best
beaches and coastal scenery. With a backdrop of rugged, green-forested
mountains the views over the offshore islands are incredible.
What better way to end the day than swim in crystal clear blue
water, then dig a hole in the sand at Hot Water Beach and relax
in your own sandy hot water spa!
 Rotorua
- One of NZ's best known tourist spots, the steaming crevices,
mud pools and hot springs lead to healing thermal baths. It's
an important cultural centre for the Maori and one of the most
accessible to outsiders. The culture is alive in their arts and
crafts, architecture and in traditional songs and dance.
Bay of Plenty & Poverty Bay
- The highest proportion of sunshine days in the whole of the
country makes this one of NZ's best agricultural regions. The
beaches are not too shabby either and you can immerse yourself
further in Maori culture in a region where the dialect is spoken
daily.
 Napier
- It's famous as one of the best examples of an Art Deco city
anywhere in the world but there's so much more! Friendly people,
great restaurants, a beautiful marine parade and superb coastal
setting is topped by a mild Mediterranean climate. Do you need
another reason to visit? OK, how about the famous Hawke's Bay
wineries, over 30 of which offer cellar tastings? Or the gourmet
culinary delights prepared with the freshest ingredients and handmade
with care?
Lake Taupo - The largest
lake in New Zealand was created around 25,000 years ago by one
of the biggest volcanic eruptions in history. Now the self-proclaimed
trout fishing capital of the world, you can also enjoy more adventurous
activities such as white water rafting, jet boating, bungy jumping
or skydiving if luring trout with imitation flies are not your
thing. Or simply enjoy the scenery and magnificent Huka Falls.
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