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New Zealand Northern Trail (Southbound, 16 destinations)

10 days
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From Auckland to Wellington
4.5 (12,123 reviews)
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Platinum Operator
Intrepid Travel
City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 16
Ages 15+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Auckland

    Auckland

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Mission Bay beach
    • Stroll along the waterfront
    • Explore Auckland nightlife
  2. Day 2

    Auckland to Coromandel Peninsula

    Auckland to Coromandel Peninsula
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Hot Water Beach
    • Visit Cathedral Cove
    Landmarks
    Hot Water Beach
    Cathedral Cove
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  3. Day 3

    Coromandel Peninsula to Raglan

    Coromandel Peninsula to Raglan
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Fish and chips feast)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Bridal Veil Falls
    • Sunset boat cruise around Raglan Harbour
    • Fish & chips dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Visit local cafes, shops and galleries
    • Relax on the beach
    • Head out on a hiking trail
    Landmarks
    Bridal Veil Falls
    Raglan Harbour
  4. Day 4

    Raglan to Rotorua via Hobbiton

    Raglan to Rotorua via Hobbiton
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Hobbiton movie set tour
    • Redwood forest canopy walk

    Optional Activities

    • Waitomo Caves tour with glow worms
    • Walking tour to hear about caves' history, geology and Maori mythology
    • Ruakuri Forest walk
    Landmarks
    Waitomo Caves
    Ruakuri Forest
    Hobbiton Movie Set
    Green Dragon Inn
    Rotorua Redwood Forest
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  5. Day 5

    Rotorua

    Rotorua
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Hangi dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Pohutu Geyser
    • Hangi dinner and haka dance

    Optional Activities

    • Ziplining through Rotorua's ancient forests
    Landmarks
    Pohutu Geyser
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  6. Day 6

    Rotorua to Taupo

    Rotorua to Taupo
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Huka Falls

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Polynesian Spa
    • Walk through Kuirau Park
    Landmarks
    Huka Falls
    Polynesian Spa
    Kuirau Park
    Lake Taupo
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  7. Day 7

    Taupo

    Taupo
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Complete the Tongariro Crossing
    Landmarks
    Tongariro Crossing
    Tongariro National Park
  8. Day 8

    Taupo to Wellington

    Taupo to Wellington
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Mt Victoria for panoramic views
    • Explore Wellington's food scene and restaurants
    Landmarks
    Mt Victoria
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  9. Day 9

    Wellington

    Wellington
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary

    Optional Activities

    • Weta Workshop tour
    Landmarks
    Zealandia
    Weta Workshop
    Te Papa Museum
  10. Day 10

    Wellington

    Wellington
    Meals
    Breakfast

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Rating
4.5 (12,123 reviews)
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7 hours
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Reviews from other tours by Intrepid Travel

  • Laura4.0•May 2026
    We had a fantastic guide, the itinerary was jam packed, an amazing country
  • Bill5.0•April 2026
    Truly a great experience and highly recommended. Our tour guide Griff was great. There were absolutely no problems...
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  • Sonja5.0•April 2026
    great trip with an excellent tour guide

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    Catherine

    Asked on December 2nd, 2024

    Where to meet in Auckland on 5th December for North Island South Bound tour

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2024

      This tour will meet at the Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham, there will be a 6pm welcome meeting held in the lobby.

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    Jean

    Asked on November 14th, 2024

    How much is for Single traveler for this tour?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written November 2024

      A single supplement is available if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. If you would like to have this added on the additional cost would be AUD$1,115.

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    Karen

    Asked on April 9th, 2022

    I'm booking this trip for my parents, who are fit but in their 70's. I was wondering if I can pay a surcharge/upgrade for their accommodations to be upgraded. And also wondering about the minimum number of people required for this date to not be cancelled.

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    Age Range
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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written May 2022

      All of our tours are already set in a trip style, so that is the style that you book into and there would not be changes to the standard of the accommodation. Often if there is camping guests can upgrade to cabins on site if they are available for a charge to be paid in destination. There is a minumim number of 6 guests to have the tour run.

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    Martha

    Asked on March 21st, 2022

    Would like to know more details on two tours: New Zealand North Island Highlights and New Zealand Northern Trail (Southbound). What is more popular? What is the accommodation like for both tours?

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    Tour Details
    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2022

      North Island Highlights is probably the most popular but only marginally. Accommodation for Northern Trail: 9 nights in twin-share 3-4 star accommodation: a mix of hotels, motels, and lodges. North Island Highlights accommodation: Hotel (7 nights), Eco Lodge (2 nights).

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