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New Zealand Northern Trail (Southbound) (17 destinations)

10 days
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From Auckland to Wellington
4.5
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  • Close-up view of a Tui bird with vibrant blue, white, and brown plumage.
  • A red tram travels up a hill with panoramic views of Wellington city.
  • Hiker standing above emerald lakes with a volcanic landscape in the distance.
  • Person posing on a cliff overlooking a beach and ocean.
  • Large rock formation by the sea under a bright sky.
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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
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Auckland

    Auckland

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Mission Bay beach
    • Stroll along the restaurant-lined waterfront
    • Explore Auckland's nightlife
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  2. Day 2

    Auckland to Coromandel Peninsula

    Auckland to Coromandel Peninsula
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Hot Water Beach visit
    • Cathedral Cove visit

    Optional Activities

    • Cathedral Cove Kayaking - NZD175
    Landmarks
    Hot Water Beach
    Cathedral Cove
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  3. Day 3

    Coromandel Peninsula

    Coromandel Peninsula
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Scenic drive along Coromandel Peninsula with local leader
    • Visit to Kuaotunu
    • Coromandel Township visit
    Landmarks
    Kuaotunu
    Coromandel Township
  4. Day 4

    Coromandel Peninsula to Rotorua

    Coromandel Peninsula to Rotorua
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Karangahake Gorge visit
    • Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
    • Redwood Forest Canopy Walk
    Landmarks
    Karangahake Gorge
    Hobbiton Movie Set
  5. Day 5

    Rotorua

    Rotorua
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Hangi dinner (traditional Maori earth-cooked meal))

    Included Activities

    • Pohutu Geyser visit
    • Hangi Dinner & Haka Dance

    Optional Activities

    • Forest Ziplining - from NZD189
    • Skyline Gondola Rotorua - NZD43
    • Whitewater Rafting - NZD139
    • ZORB - from NZD45
    Landmarks
    Pohutu Geyser
  6. Day 6

    Rotorua to Taupo

    Rotorua to Taupo
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Huka Falls visit

    Optional Activities

    • Polynesian Spa visit
    • Kuirau Park visit
    Landmarks
    Huka Falls
    Polynesian Spa
    Kuirau Park
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  7. Day 7

    Taupo

    Taupo
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Lake Taupo sailing
    • Tongariro Crossing (Unguided, Transport to/from Trail Head only) - from NZD130
    Landmarks
    Lake Taupo
    Tongariro National Park
  8. Day 8

    Taupo to Wellington

    Taupo to Wellington
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    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Morero Marae visit with traditional Powhiri welcome
    • Korero (conversation) with local iwi members
    • Kai (food) shared at marae

    Optional Activities

    • Mt Victoria visit for city views
    • Explore Wellington's food scene
    Landmarks
    Morero Marae
    Mt Victoria
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  9. Day 9

    Wellington

    Wellington
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    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary visit

    Optional Activities

    • Weta Workshop Cave Tour - NZD55
    • Te Papa Museum Tour - NZD35
    Landmarks
    Zealandia
    Weta Workshop
    Te Papa Museum
  10. Day 10

    Wellington

    Wellington
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    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Additional exploration of Wellington (arrange with booking agent in advance)

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Reviews from other tours by Intrepid Travel

  • Laura
    May 1st, 2026
    We had a fantastic guide, the itinerary was jam packed, an amazing country
  • Bill
    April 18th, 2026
    Truly a great experience and highly recommended. Our tour guide Griff was great. There were absolutely no problems...
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  • Sonja
    April 7th, 2026
    great trip with an excellent tour guide

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