3 day Wellington to Auckland tour min of 2 adults

Day One: Wellington – Lake Taupo – Rotorua 

This morning you will depart Wellington and travel north to Rotorua, initially up the Kapiti Coast on the south-eastern tip of the North Island. Here you will have great views of Cooks Strait, Kapiti Island and, on a clear day, the mountain ranges of the South Island. As you travel further north you will reach the dry arid central plateau which is home of several active volcanoes. The volcanic cone snow-capped mountains form a spectacular backdrop to this barren landscape.

stopping at the national army museum for 60 minutes guided tour

At the top of the central plateau you will reach the shores of Lake Taupo and the Taupo Township. Following a brief stop in the township you will continue on through native forest and bushed hills to Rotorua: the geothermal capital of New Zealand.

Accommodation: Millennium Hotel Rotorua or similar

Day Two: Rotorua

This morning around 09.30 you will be collected from your Rotorua accommodation and transferred through to Whakarewarewa geothermal reserve and Maori Living Village with a wonderland of dramatic geysers, bubbling mud, together with Māori cultural experiences. Here you will experience a guided tour of the geothermal park followed by a Maori Cultural experience. The thermal valley surrounded by boiling mud pools, and the famous Pohutu geyser. 

Early afternoon transferred back to your Rotorua accommodation. Remainder of the day at leisure to explore Rotorua, this thermal wonderland on your own. You may like to visit the Government Gardens, wander along the lake front, do some shopping in the central township or visit one of the many attractions the city has to offer, such as the Skyline Gondola, Agrodome or Canopy Ziplining.

This evening there is the option to include a Maori Cultural Performance and traditional Maori  Hangi Dinner as part of your Rotorua Experience. This can be booked as an optional extras at the time of booking.

Accommodation: Millennium Hotel or similar

Day Three: Rotorua – Waitomo – Auckland 

This morning you will depart Rotorua for Hobbiton, the famous Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movie set at Matamata. An hours scenic drive from Rotorua brings you to the sheep farm selected by Peter Jackson for his movie masterpieces. A guided tour from enthusiastic guides will provide fascinating commentary and insider knowledge from filming at this picture-esque location. See 44 hobbit holes, the Mill and Double Arch Bridge, the Party Tree and visit the Green Dragon Pub.

Early afternoon depart Rotorua and travel through the lush Waikato Plains,  and Mamaku Hills to Waitomo. At Waitomo, enjoy a guided tour of the Waitomo Caves which includes a boat ride through the famous Glowworm Grotto. Wander through subterranean caverns, which are lit by tiny luminescent glowworms, and learn how the stalagmites, stalactites and other spectacular limestone rock formations were formed over millions of years. From Waitomo, the coach continues through the beautiful Waikato region, the dairy farming capital of New Zealand, and onward to Auckland for a late afternoon arrival.

Accommodation: Airedale Suites Auckland or similar

NZ$3,995.00

2 Adults x NZ$1,575.001 Child x NZ$845.00

This tour is min of two adults