Overview:
The North Island of New Zealand is known for its volcanic activity, national parks and cosmopolitan cities. Home to about three-quarters of New Zealand’s population, it has the country’s largest city, Auckland. Surrounded by bays and islands, it’s known as the “the City of Sails.” At its southern tips is harbourside capital Wellington, home to the national museum
About the Place:
New Zealand’s North Island offers island sanctuaries and lively cities with a large helping of culture and history for a truly diverse holiday experience.
Package starting from @ INR 85,980 Per Person on twin sharing
Auckland & wellington
Things To Do:
Carino Wildlife Cruises – Island & Wildlife Day Cruise
Walking & Hiking
Agrodome
Huka Honey Hive
Scenic Flights
Day Sea Kayak
Places To See:
Ruakuri Cave – Ruakuri Cave is New Zealand’s longest guided underground walking tour and an experience that must be seen to be believed. Get up-close to the glowworms in this solar powered cave. Laced with myth and legend, spend 2 hours in limestone caves.
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s, Auckland – SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s, Auckland is one of Auckland’s Top Visitor Attractions! Offering a unique Southern Oceans experience with 30 exhibits, more than 80 different species and 13 different zones.
The Hīkoi o Pūkaha – Māori Cultural Tour – Join Rangitāne one of the local Kiwi (tribes) of Wairarapa and experience an authentic walk through the bush. Learning about the wildlife, trees and their traditional uses from Tangata Whenua (people of the land).
Wellington Botanic Garden- Stunning views, unique landscape, exotic forests, diverse plant collections, colourful floral gardens, walking tracks, Treehouse Visitor Centre, children’s play area, gift shop and café. Free entry.
Rotorua Highlights Small Group Tour including Wai-O-Tapu from Auckland- Experience the world-famous geothermal wonderland of Wai-O-Tapu on this fully guided tour. Considered one of the most surreal places on earth there is no better way to see the true beauty and power of nature.
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves – Experience the world-famous Lord of The Rings Hobbiton Movie Set plus the Waitomo Glowworm Caves all in one day. This unforgettable combo tour takes you to two of the top tourist attractions in the North Island.
Places To Eat:
As one of the world’s most multicultural cities, Auckland’s culinary scene is as diverse as it is delicious. Now in its fourth year, Iconic Auckland Eats celebrates the best of dining out in Auckland as nominated by the locals.
Aburi Salmon Rolls at Taiko
Malaysian Tom Yum Soup by Chef Rasa Sayang
The Aucklahoma Burger at Kane’s Burger Club
Carnitas Taco Bundle at La Mexicana
Portuguese Egg Tart at Yuan Taste.
Place for shopping:
Queen Street, Auckland
The iconic Queen Street has it all
All along Queen Street, Cobbled laneways take you to some of the city’s best fashion and lifestyle boutique stores. They are also home to flavour-filled cafes and restaurants.
The Golden Mile, Wellington
For standard, commercial retail therapy, shoppers will enjoy the ‘Golden Mile’, Wellington’s main shopping district, covering Willis Street and Lambton Quay.
Upon arrival, collect your rental vehicle and self-drive to your accommodation. Auckland is New Zealand’s largest city, located between two harbours with gentle sandy shores on the east coast and black sand, wild surf beaches on the west coast. Home to sheltered, sparkling blue waters dotted with beautiful emerald islands, we recommend getting out on the water when you are here. Overnight: Auckland
OPTIONAL ACTIVITES
Te Wao Nui at Auckland Zoo
Auckland Sky Tower
Orbit Restaurant Sky Tower
Auckland Harbour Sailing
Journey through the rolling green hills of Waitomo and enjoy a tour through an underground wonderland of caves decorated with galaxies of glowworms. Continue to Matamata for a charming tour of unique, character Hobbit homes, gardens and the watering hole just as you see in the movies. Finishing off a visually fulfilling day, continue to Rotorua, a bubbling and steaming destination like nowhere else. Overnight: Rotorua
Auckland-Waitomo: 195km (approx 2hrs, 30mins)
Waitomo-Matamata: 102km (approx 1hr, 20mins)
Matamata-Rotorua: 67km (approx 55mins)
INCLUDED ACTIVITES
Waitomo Glowworm Caves Guided Tour
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
OPTIONAL ACTIVITES
Secret Spot Hot Tubs
Rotorua is surrounded by a fascinating geothermal landscape with its unique steam vents, spouting geysers and bubbling mud pool set alongside freshwater lakes and majestic native forests. It is also a region immersed in fascinating Maori myths and legends. Today you’ll visit one of the local geothermal attractions before a sensory evening display in the forest. Overnight: Rotorua
INCLUDED ACTIVITES
Waimangu Geothermal Valley
Redwoods Nightlights
OPTIONAL ACTIVITE
Gondola Ride + 3 Luge
National Kiwi Hatchery Tour
There’s a bit of everything on today’s drive past Great Lake Taupo to Napier. Your scenic journey includes volcanic geography, fresh forest plantations, rugged hills, beautiful valleys, gentle plains and huge vistas. Overnight: Napier
Rotorua – Napier: 220km (approx. 2hrs, 55mins)
OPTIONAL ACTIVITES
Huka Falls
Following an earthquake in 1931, a rebuild saw Napier completely redesigned in the style of the times. Buildings were constructed in the Art Deco style with Maori motifs to give the city a unique New Zealand character. Today, the delightful seaside city of Napier has the extra-ordinary feeling of a time capsule with its seamless line of some of the world’s finest 1930’s architecture. Enjoy a guided tour of Napier’s unique history and architecture. Overnight: Napier
INCLUDED ACTIVITES
Art Deco Morning Walk
OPTIONAL ACTIVITES
Panoramic Taste of Wine Tour
Gannet Safaris Overland Tour
Today’s travel south may be via the spectacular Manawatu Gorge or through the beautiful Tuki Tuki Valley and Wairarapa Wine region to reach Wellington.
Set between a sparking harbour and rolling green hills the compact city of Wellington is best explored on foot. Great shopping, arts culture, cafes and restaurants are all within minutes of the city’s untouched nature spots. Te Papa, New Zealand’s National Museum offers FREE admission, but you might like to include a guided tour for a greater insight into New Zealand’s rich history and culture. Overnight: Wellington
Napier – Wellington: 320km (approx 4hrs, 20mins)
OPTIONAL ACTIVITES
Introducing Te Papa Tour
Zealandia by Night Tour
Wellington Cable Car Return Trip
Arrangements conclude today with the return of your rental car to Wellington Airport.
Please Note
(i) Rental Car “Days” are based on a 24-hour hire.
Early arrivals into and/or late departures out of New Zealand may necessitate a longer hire period.
(ii) Adding Optional Tours may necessitate an additional nights’ stay in that location.
