North Island Spectacular Tour Self Drive

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North Island Spectacular Self Drive

All inclusive detailed customised tour package prepared by New Zealand based specialists - so you sit back and relax

Personal airport meet and greet, and private transfer to your accommodation

An exciting itinerary will be customised to suit you - let us help plan and perfect your dream vacation

We offer Self-drive trips (rental car) we arrange all your accommodations, activities, attractions (you select) we book your rental car (fun, freedom, independence, flexibility) you set the pace each day, or perhaps you prefer a Private driver trip (fully guided) or, Escorted coach tours (daily commentary).

This sample itinerary below shows you the very best of our North Island. Please note we have deliberately included some two and three night stays - in some premier locations so that you can immerse yourself into, and enjoy, some real Kiwi culture - with the locals!

This 13 day tour starts in Auckland and finishes in Wellington

A comprehensive North Island tour exploring the very best of our land from Cape Reinga in the north, to the charming capital city of Wellington (Te Papa a must see) in the south. Along the way you’ll travel at a relaxed pace and experience welcoming hospitality at some of the best Boutique lodges (enjoy genuine Kiwi hospitality). Highlights include the Bay of Islands hole in the rock cruise, Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach tour. In beautiful Lake Rotorua you’ll take a tour by float plane to the stunning Waimangu Valley and enjoy a visit to Tamaki Maori village including a traditional Hangi dinner.

Quick Summary

North Island Spectacular

Day 1: Upon arrival in Auckland you’ll be transferred to your hotel and have the rest of the day at your leisure
Accommodation: Fable Auckland

Day 2: Today travel north to Russell in the Bay of Islands
Accommodation: Arcadia Lodge, Russell

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 3: Cruise through the Bay of Islands and if time allows you could visit Waitangi this afternoon
Accommodation: Arcadia Lodge, Russell

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 4: Full day tour to Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach
Accommodation: Arcadia Lodge, Russell

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 5: Cross Northland following the aqua blue waters of the Hokianga before travelling down the Kauri Coast
Accommodation: Woodhouse Mountain Lodge Warkworth

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 6: Pass through Auckland and the Hauraki Plains before the coastal climb to the Coromandel Peninsula
Accommodation: Hahei Bed & Breakfast

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 7: Explore the iconic Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach
Accommodation: Hahei Bed & Breakfast

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 8: Cross country to Waitomo where you'll visit the famous Glowworm Caves
Accommodation: Kamahi Cottage

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9: Drive Waitomo to Rotorua and this evening visit Tamaki Maori Village.
Accommodation: The Springs Rotorua

Meals included: Breakfast, Speciality Dinner

Day 10: Take a very special scenic flight over the Rotorua Lakes with a landing at the Buried Village
Accommodation: The Springs Rotorua

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 11: Today is filled with fantastic scenery including Lake Taupo, the Desert Road and the Kapiti Coastline as you approach Wellington
Accommodation: Bolton Hotel Wellington

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 12: Uncover the charms of Wellington City, including the quirky cafes and fascinating museums
Accommodation: Bolton Hotel Wellington

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 13: Depart Wellington today.