Itinerary
- Days 1 - 6
Ohakune
Your second free day in Ohakune. If you're interested, join an optional half-day drive up the mountain road past the historic Grand Chateau hotel to Whakapapa Village for views across the western North Island. You could also walk the scenic 6km track to Taranaki Falls, one of the region's best short walks. There's plenty to keep you busy or you can just relax around town.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Optional half-day drive to Whakapapa Village (weather pending)
- Taranaki Falls walk (6km)
Landmarks Whakapapa Village Grand Chateau Hotel Taranaki Falls 
- Days 7 - 10
Waitomo
You have the full day to explore Waitomo's underground world and glow-worm displays. There are cave tours, black water rafting, abseiling, ziplining, bushwalking, and a Discovery Centre and Museum. Most activities are walkable from the campsite or offer convenient pick-ups and drop-offs, so it's easy to try whatever interests you most.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Cave tours
- Glow-worm viewing
- Black water rafting
- Abseiling
- Ziplining
- Bushwalking
- Discovery Centre & Museum visit
- Days 11 - 16
Napier
You have the day free in Napier, one of New Zealand's premier food and wine regions. Take a wine tour of the Hawkes Bay vineyards, or visit the scenic Cape Kidnappers gannet colony. Stroll the pretty seafront along Marine Parade admiring the many Art Deco buildings, or explore the charming old harbor area with its boutique shops and cafes.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Wine tours
- Cape Kidnappers gannet colony tour
- Marine Parade seaside walk or bike ride
- Old harbor exploration
Landmarks Cape Kidnappers - Days 17 - 21
Whakatāne
You have the day free in the heart of the Eastern Bay of Plenty, known for the highest annual sunshine hours in New Zealand. Explore the beautiful natural setting, try world-class fishing for yellowfin tuna, which are caught here more than anywhere else in New Zealand. Take a boat trip to Moutohora/Whale Island wildlife sanctuary to see native birdlife, or experience a scenic flight over the constantly erupting White Island volcano.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Yellowfin tuna fishing
- Moutohora/Whale Island boat trip
- White Island volcano scenic flight
- Beach and nature exploration
Landmarks Moutohora / Whale Island White Island - Days 22 - 25
Rotorua to Mount Maunganui
Experience the magic of Hobbiton movie set with a guided walking tour through the real 'middle earth' and lush 'Shire' pastures featured in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies. Wander amongst Hobbit Holes, the Mill, and enjoy a complimentary drink at the Green Dragon Inn. Continue to Tauranga, passing New Zealand's biggest port and largest natural harbor, then reach Mount Maunganui's popular seaside resort.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hobbiton Movie Set guided tour
Landmarks Hobbiton Movie Set Mount Maunganui 
- Days 26 - 30
Coromandel Town
You have the full day exploring Coromandel Town, a unique settlement with character, soul, and ambience. Browse galleries and craft shops, visit restored Victorian buildings and the small mining museum, or explore nearby bush and beach walks. Weather permitting, optionally join a drive north to explore the remote beauty of the peninsula's northern tip and attempt to access part of the Coromandel Coastal Walkway.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Coromandel Town exploration - galleries, craft shops, mining museum
- Bush and beach walks
- Optional guided drive to northern peninsula (weather dependent)
- Coromandel Coastal Walkway (optional, weather dependent)
Landmarks Coromandel Coastal Walkway - Days 31 - 35
Russell
Another free day here. Take the frequent foot ferry across to Paihia, the Bay of Islands' main tourist town, and visit historic Waitangi, one of New Zealand's most important cultural sites where the Treaty of Waitangi was signed in 1840. Explore the Treaty House, view the intricately carved Māori meeting house and traditional Waka, experience live cultural performances, and see museums and beautiful grounds.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Foot ferry to Paihia
- Waitangi Treaty House visit
- Māori meeting house and traditional Waka viewing
- Live cultural performance
- Treaty House museums and grounds exploration
Landmarks Waitangi Treaty House 
- Days 36 - 38
Whatuwhiwhi to Cape Reinga
Today's a full day trip to Cape Reinga, the northernmost point of New Zealand. Drive through green pastures, then encounter large rolling sand dunes on both sides of the road. Wind up steep hills to reach the Cape, rewarded with dramatic views where the Tasman Sea and Pacific Ocean's distinct colors meet. Stroll to the iconic lighthouse with outstanding panoramic northern coastline views.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cape Reinga lighthouse visit and scenic viewing
Optional Activities
- Te Paki sand dunes walk
- Te Paki sandboarding
Landmarks Cape Reinga Cape Reinga Lighthouse Te Paki Sand Dunes Ninety Mile Beach - Days 39 - 40
Kauri Coast to Auckland
Leave the Kauri Coast traveling south through Dargaville and alongside the Wairoa River before heading to Matakana. This charming destination offers craft outlets, markets, boutique stores, galleries, country cafes, and numerous vineyards and breweries, perfect for a farewell lunch. After lunch, drive into Auckland city for final goodbyes, then you'll be dropped off in the central city or at the airport.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Matakana
