A Taste of the North Island

This 10 day tour starts in Auckland and finishes in Wellington.

Experience a taste of the North Island's best on this journey from Auckland to Wellington. Discover the stunning Coromandel Peninsula, Rotorua's vibrant culture and adventure, Napier's unique Art Deco charm, Hawke's Bay's renowned wine regions, and the cosmopolitan capital city of Wellington – a true showcase of New Zealand's diversity.

Accommodation type on this tour is: Motels.

Rental car insurance included

Rental car inclusions: Unlimited kilometres,airport/ferry terminal fees, additional drivers.

This tour can be customised to suit you precisely - just request here.

This tour also features:

Included activity: Private Transfer Auckland Airport to your Auckland Accommodation with Tourcorp

Included activity: Electronic Travel Guide and In-Country Support App

Included activity: Auckland Sky Tower Admission

Included activity: The Visitor Promise - Cultural Learning Course

Included activity: Cathedral Cove Scenic Cruise

Included activity: Hobbiton Movie Set Tour from Shires Rest

Included activity: Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

Included activity: Te Pā Tū Evening Māori Cultural Experience - Dinner Included

Included activity: National Kiwi Hatchery Experience

Included activity: Wellington Cable Car

1 dinner

Itinerary summary for: A Taste of the North Island

Day 1: Welcome to Auckland the 'City of Sails'
Accommodation: Oaks Auckland Hotel

Day 2: Enjoy the morning in Auckland and then head to stunning Whitianga
Accommodation: Sovereign Pier On The Waterways

Day 3: Experience coastal vibes of Coromandel Peninsula
Accommodation: Sovereign Pier On The Waterways

Day 4: Leave Coromandel behind and head to Rotorua via famous Hobbiton
Accommodation: Silver Fern Suites & Spa

Day 5: Your day in Rotorua could be spent discovering Maori culture or thrilling adventure rides
Accommodation: Silver Fern Suites & Spa

Day 6: First head to Lake Taupo before travelling east to the Hawke's Bay
Accommodation: Bella Vista Napier

Day 7: Discover the Art Deco architecture and vineyards of the Hawkes Bay
Accommodation: Bella Vista Napier

Day 8: Drive south through the Hawkes Bay and the Wairarapa region to the boutique vineyards of Martinborough
Accommodation: The Claremont, Martinborough

Day 9: Travel over the Rimutaka Ranges to Wellington
Accommodation: Adina CityLife Wellington [Formerly Heritage CityLife Wellington]

Day 10: Depart Wellington today