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Embark on the "Iconic North" tour and explore the captivating landscapes and vibrant culture of New Zealand's North Island. Begin your journey in Auckland, the "City of Sails," with a warm welcome and an introduction to its rich Maori heritage. Discover the maritime history at the New Zealand Maritime Museum and enjoy the stunning views from Bastion Point. Experience the charm of Rotorua, where you can indulge in a farm-to-table lunch and witness the geothermal wonders of Whakarewarewa. Continue to Wellington, the capital city, known for its eclectic art scene and vibrant cafes. Enjoy guided tours, luxury accommodations, and the freedom to explore at your own pace. With expert guidance and a host of optional experiences, this tour promises an unforgettable adventure through New Zealand's iconic northern landscapes.

Highlights
  • Explore the America's Cup exhibition at the Maritime Museum in Auckland with a Local Specialist
  • Discover Rotorua, the cultural hub of New Zealand
  • Visit a geothermal valley at Whakarewarewa in Rotorua
  • View Huka Falls, Mt. Ruapehu, and the spectacular scenery along the Kapiti Coast
  • Enjoy farm-to-table fare at a Be My Guest lunch on a Waikato dairy farm
  • Experience the Te Pa Tu Maori Experience in Rotorua
  • Explore Wellington's iconic cable car, parliament, and Mt. Victoria
Dining Summary
  • 3 Dinner (D)
  • 6 Breakfast (B)
  • 1 Lunch (L)
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with luxury air-conditioned coaches equipped with Wi-Fi, ensuring a comfortable journey across New Zealand's North Island, with all land transport and transfers included.
Accommodation
Stay in comfort at cherry-picked hotels like Horizon by SkyCity in Auckland, Millennium in Rotorua, and Rydges in Wellington, ensuring a restful retreat after each day's adventures.
Flights
Flights to and from the tour start and end locations are not included.
Destinations
  • Australasia
  • New Zealand
Tour Types
  • Sightseeing
  • Gardens & Nature Tours
  • Foodie and Wine Tours
  • Cultural
  • History
  • Walking

Location: Auckland

Hello Auckland! Begin your New Zealand north island tour in the gorgeous “City of Sails.” (Flights to arrive prior to 4pm). At a Welcome Reception at The Grill meet your Travel Director and travel mates. Get an introduction to the city’s Maori history and melting pot of cultures from your Travel Director and get ready to start your adventures of the North.<br/>

Accommodation: Cordis

Accommodation Name: Horizon by SkyCity

Meals: Dinner

Location: Auckland, New Zealand Maritime Museum, Auckland, Auckland Waterfront, Auckland, Mission Bay, Auckland, Bastion Point, Auckland, Michael Joseph Savage Memorial, Auckland, Waiheke Island

Start the day getting to know New Zealand’s passion for the water, sailing and Auckland’s maritime history on a private and exclusive America’s Cup tour at the New Zealand Maritime Museum with a Local Specialist. Then it’s off to experience more of this seafaring city on a sightseeing tour beginning at the Auckland Waterfront. You’ll visit Mission Bay, historic Bastion Point, and the Michael Joseph Savage Memorial with views of the Auckland skyline, North Shore, and Waitemata Harbour at every turn. You have the rest of the day free to explore the city as you like. If you want tips on how to spend your afternoon post Auckland tour, we have a few ideas. Perhaps a behind-the-scenes All Blacks experience, revealing insights into this record-breaking rugby team or a cruise on Auckland Harbour.

Accommodation: Cordis

Accommodation Name: Horizon by SkyCity

Meals: Breakfast

Location: Rotorua, Te Puia, Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Go from city to farm life today as you travel to the countryside for a dose of local hospitality at a Be My Guest experience in the Red Barn on a working dairy farm. Over your farm to table lunch prepared by the onsite chef, get a feel for country life as you're invited to roll up your sleeves and make your own butter - butter churners, tiny mason jars and all! The next hot-spot on your NZ holiday – in every sense of the word – is Rotorua. Visit Te Puia to see and support Maori artisans at work, then continue your Rotorua tour at the steamy Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, a staggering valley where geysers pop and thermal springs jettison skywards.<br/>

Accommodation: Millennium

Accommodation Name: Millennium

Meals: Lunch

Location: Rotorua, Wai Araki Hot Springs & Spa, Rotorua, Te Pā Tū Māori Experience, Rotorua

Today, choose your own adventure. We have plenty of ideas for the paths you might follow. Optional Rotorua tour sightseeing experiences include relieving NZ holiday-weary limbs in the thermal waters of the Wai Araki Hot Springs & Spa or perhaps you’d prefer to zip across Rotorua’s three lakes in an amphibious WWII-era Duck. The decision is yours. Tonight, dive deep into Indigenous culture at Te Pā Tū Māori Experience. Hear about Māori history, traditions, and future aspirations across four hours of celebration and feasting. Enjoy forest kai horotai (seasonal canapé) and chef choice aperitif, followed by a three-course dinner.<br/>

Accommodation: Millennium

Accommodation Name: Millennium

Meals: Dinner

Location: Rotorua, Huka Falls, Lake Taupo, Wellington

Venture out of Rotorua this morning through pine forests and farmland, to the rushing rapids of Huka Falls where the Waikato River pours into a pool 11 metres below. Then you’re on your way to the heart of the North Island and New Zealand's largest lake, Lake Taupo. The surrounding countryside is one of contrast: snow-blanketed mountains and alpine deserts, ancient forests and trout-filled rivers. After a full day of sightseeing and plenty of fun, you’ll arrive in NZ’s cool little capital of Wellington, set on a pretty harbour.

Accommodation: Rydges

Accommodation Name: Rydges

Meals: Dinner

Location: Wellington, Wellington Cable Car, New Zealand Parliament Buildings, Mount Victoria, Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, Zealandia

Your day in Wellington should – must – begin with a coffee. The city is known for its uber-cool cafés and with coffee in hand you will head out on city sights tour to take in highlights such as its iconic cable car, parliament, and Mt. Victoria. This afternoon is yours to discover Wellington. Your tour ends at the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, so why not explore it (an entrance fee applies). Or the first urban completely fenced ecosanctuary of Zealandia, where the biodiversity of 225 hectares of forest is being restored. Tonight, there are so many restaurants and bars to choose from, you'll need a guidebook. Ask us for recommendations or explore at your leisure.

Accommodation: Rydges

Accommodation Name: Rydges

Meals: Breakfast

Location: Wellington

It’s been a week of epic sights and adventures in the North Island, but sadly all good things must come to an end. Enjoy one last breakfast with your travel mates before your transfer to the Wellington Airport (flights anytime).<br/>

Meals: Breakfast

Included
  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • Porterage where hotels provide this service
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • Must-see sightseeing
  • All land transport shown. All transfers shown
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Optional Experiences and free time

Not Included
  • Flights
    -Flights to and from the tour start and end locations are not included.
Yes, the tour includes breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals. Additionally, there is a Welcome Reception, a Be My Guest lunch, and a Regional Dinner included.
Since 1947
In Rotorua, you will visit Te Puia to see and support Maori artisans at work, explore the Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve with its geysers and thermal springs, and have the option to participate in various activities such as visiting the Wai Araki Hot Springs & Spa or taking a WWII-era Duck tour across Rotorua's lakes.
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
The Be My Guest experience takes place in the Waikato District on a working dairy farm. Guests enjoy farm-to-table fare for lunch and have the opportunity to make their own butter.
The tour provides luxury air-conditioned coach transportation with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation such as rail journeys. All land transport and transfers shown in the itinerary are included.
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
The tour includes a private and exclusive America's Cup tour at the New Zealand Maritime Museum with a Local Specialist, a Be My Guest experience at a working dairy farm where you can make your own butter, and a deep dive into Indigenous culture at Te Pā Tū Māori Experience with a four-hour celebration and feasting.
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
Yes

You will have the option to book your own flights independently with the operator.

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This tour is operated by Trafalgar

7 days from £2350 pp exc.flights; Enquire
Start:Auckland, New Zealand
Finish:Wellington, New Zealand
Physical rating:Low
Tour operated in: English
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Tour Reference: ZAAWFM25
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