New Zealand Northern Trail (Northbound)
New Zealand Northern Trail (Northbound)
As far as road trips go, it doesn’t get much better than this. Beginning in New Zealand’s creative capital city Wellington, spend 10-days discovering the best of the North Island with a local leader at the wheel. Explore the ethereal landscapes of Tongariro National Park, tuck into a hangi dinner with a Maori community in Rotorua, hang out or hang ten in relaxed Raglan, stretch out on the beaches of the Coromandel Peninsula and wrap things up in Auckland City. From stunning sights that stop you in your tracks to celebrations of the island’s Maori culture, this North Island adventure is sure to excite, educate and inspire.
Activities
As far as road trips go, it doesn’t get much better than this. Beginning in New Zealand’s creative capital city Wellington, spend 10-days discovering the best of the North Island with a local leader at the wheel. Explore the ethereal landscapes of Tongariro National Park, tuck into a hangi dinner with a Maori community in Rotorua, hang out or hang ten in relaxed Raglan, stretch out on the beaches of the Coromandel Peninsula and wrap things up in Auckland City. From stunning sights that stop you in your tracks to celebrations of the island’s Maori culture, this North Island adventure is sure to excite, educate and inspire.
Activities
- Wellington - Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary
- Taupo - Huka Falls
- Rotorua - Redwood Forest Canopy Walk
- Rotorua - Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
- Rotorua - Pohutu Geyser
- Rotorua - Hangi Dinner & Haka Dance
- Raglan - Fish & Chips Dinner
- Raglan - Sunset Boat Cruise
- Waitomo - Ruakuri Bush Walk
- Coromandel Peninsula - Cathedral Cove
- Coromandel Peninsula - Hot Water Beach
- Begin your journey in New Zealand’s creative and cosmopolitan capital, Wellington. Your local leader will show you the best of the city, including Weta Workshop of Lord of the Rings fame.
- Admire the out of this world landscapes of Tongariro National Park, from emerald green lakes to soaring volcanic peaks. If you’re up for the challenge, tackle the famous Tongariro Crossing.
- Discover the diversity of Rotorua, from unbelievable geothermal activity to rich Maori culture. Visit a Maori village for a hangi dinner and traditional haka performance.
- Hang out or hang ten in Raglan, a laidback town and surfing hotspot. Hop aboard a boat cruise around Raglan to watch the sunset and tuck into a classic Kiwi fish and chips dinner.
- Soak up the natural beauty of the Coromandel Peninsula, including a visit to Hot Water Beach, where all you need is a spade to create your own natural hot tub.
Interests
- Adventure and Active
- Rail Tours
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Itinerary
| Day | Destination | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wellington | ||
| 2 | Wellington | ||
| 3 | Taupo | ||
| 4 | Taupo | ||
| 5 | Rotorua/ Hobbiton set | ||
| 6 | Rotorua | ||
| 7 | Waitomo / Raglan | ||
| 8 | Raglan / Coromandel Peninsula | ||
| 9 | Coromandel Peninsula / Auckland | ||
| 10 | Auckland |
