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From Auckland to Wellington

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City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 12
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Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Auckland
Auckland
Included Activities
- Welcome meeting at hotel
- Welcome dinner at local bistro
Optional Activities
- All Blacks interactive experience (learn about rugby heritage and the famous black jersey)
Landmarks
Auckland
Day 2
Auckland to Waiheke Island
Auckland to Waiheke Island
Meals
Lunch (Two-course meal at a beachfront restaurant with local seafood)
Included Activities
- Ferry to Waiheke Island
- Coffee stop in Oneroa
- Art studio visit
- Olive oil grove tour and tasting
- Te Motu Vineyard wine tasting with focaccia
- Two-course beachfront lunch
- Mawhitipana Ridge Estate visit with wine sampling and owners' stories
Landmarks
Waiheke Island
Oneroa
Te Motu Vineyard
Mawhitipana Ridge Estate
Day 3
Auckland - Waitomo - Hobbiton - Rotorua
Auckland - Waitomo - Hobbiton - Rotorua
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Waitomo Glow Worm Caves tour with local expert
- Hobbiton movie set guided tour
- Drink and food at the Green Dragon Inn
Landmarks
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves
Hobbiton
Green Dragon Inn
Day 4
Rotorua
Rotorua
Meals
Dinner (Three-course hangi feast with cultural performances)
Included Activities
- Te Pa Tu Maori Village visit with local guide
- Haka, song and drama performances
- Three-course hangi dinner at forest amphitheatre
Optional Activities
- Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa (from NZD75)
- Redwoods Treetop Walkway (NZD39)
Landmarks
Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa
Redwoods Treetop Walkway
Te Pa Tu Maori Village
Tamaki Maori Village
Day 5
Rotorua to Hawke's Bay
Rotorua to Hawke's Bay
Meals
Dinner
Included Activities
- Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland walk and geothermal features tour
- Wine tasting at Craggy Range Winery
- Dinner with group
Landmarks
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Craggy Range Winery
Te Mata Peak
Day 6
Hawke's Bay
Hawke's Bay
Included Activities
- Napier Art Deco walking tour
Optional Activities
- Te Mata Peak Lookout sunrise walk
- Bike hire to explore Napier and surrounds
- Safari to view the largest mainland gannet colony
Landmarks
Te Mata Peak Lookout
Napier
Day 7
Hawke's Bay to Wellington
Hawke's Bay to Wellington
Meals
Dinner (Farewell dinner at waterfront restaurant)
Included Activities
- Te Papa behind-the-scenes tour with local Maori guide
- Traditional kai (food) sharing at Te Papa
- Farewell dinner at waterfront restaurant
Landmarks
Te Papa
Day 8
Wellington
Wellington
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Additional accommodation in Wellington (arrange in advance with booking agent)

Landmarks
Auckland

Landmarks
Waiheke Island
Oneroa
Te Motu Vineyard
Mawhitipana Ridge Estate

Landmarks
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves
Hobbiton
Green Dragon Inn

Landmarks
Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa
Redwoods Treetop Walkway
Te Pa Tu Maori Village
Tamaki Maori Village

Landmarks
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Craggy Range Winery
Te Mata Peak

Landmarks
Te Mata Peak Lookout
Napier

Landmarks
Te Papa

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5.0

Overall rating based on 3 Reviews

Itinerary
4.3
Transport
4.7
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
3.3
Food
3.3
Tour Operator
4.4

John5.0•December 2025
Our Premier North Island New Zealand tour was led by Runty. He was an excellent tour leader. We thoroughly enjoyed...
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Traveled in November 2025
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Hi John, it sounds like you had a wonderful time in the North Island with Runty! We are truly pleased to learn about your advnenture and how well it went. Your kind comments will be sent along to Runty's managers and we hope to see you again in future. Wishing you well for the end of year and a very happy 2026!
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Melinda5.0•January 2024
Summer did an excellent job guiding us around and telling us all about her home country.
Traveled in December 2023
Reply from: Intrepid Premium
Hi Melinda! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your comments with us. It is fantastic to learn that you had a wonderful experience and that our tour offered you an excellent tour leader - Summer. We can't wait to welcome you back on your next adventure!
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Maria5.0•December 2023
Summer did a brilliant job in making 12 strangers into a joyous group. Every day was an adventure.
Traveled in December 2023
Reply from: Intrepid Premium
Hi Maria, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We're thrilled to hear that every day of your trip was an adventure and that Summers leadership skills and positivity played a significant role in bringing your group together which made your trip all the more special. We trust you have some wonderful lifelong memories of your trip and hope you welcome you on another Intrepid adventure soon!
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