Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Auckland
Auckland- Start point
- Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand (Arrival Transfer )
- Accommodation
- Hotel 4* (voco Auckland City Centre by IHG)
Landmarks Auckland Airport 
- Day 2
Auckland
Auckland- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel 4* (voco Auckland City Centre by IHG)
Included Activities
- Scenic drive along Tamaki Drive
- Visit Mission Bay coastal suburb
- Panoramic views from Bastion Point (MJ Savage Memorial Park)
- Photo stop at Achilles Point with views of Rangitoto Island
- Explore One Tree Hill (Maungakiekie) volcanic summit
- Visit Mount Eden volcanic cone
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Professional driver/guide
- Snacks and bottled water
- Transportation during the tour
- Visits to all mentioned attractions
Landmarks Tamaki Drive Mission Bay Rangitoto Island Bastion Point (MJ Savage Memorial Park) Waitematā Harbour Auckland Harbour Bridge Achilles Point One Tree Hill (Maungakiekie) Mount Eden - Day 3
Auckland to Matamata
Auckland to Matamata- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel 4* (voco Auckland City Centre by IHG)
Included Activities
- Scenic two-hour drive from Auckland to Waikato region
- Visit to official gift shop and Shire's Rest Café
- 2-2.5 hour guided tour through Hobbit Village
- Explore Hobbit Holes
- Walk past The Mill
- Walk past Double Arched Bridge
- Complimentary beer, cider, or ginger beer at Green Dragon Inn
- Multiple scenic photo stops
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Professional driver/guide
- Snacks and bottled water
- Admission to Hobbiton Movie Set
Landmarks Hobbiton Movie Set Waikato countryside Hobbit Holes The Mill Double Arched Bridge Green Dragon Inn 
- Day 4
Auckland to Waitomo
Auckland to Waitomo- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel 4* (voco Auckland City Centre by IHG)
Included Activities
- Scenic 2.5-hour drive from Auckland to Waikato region
- Photo stops along the route
- Free time at Waitomo Homestead and Gift Shop
- 45-minute guided tour of Waitomo Glowworm Cave
- Learning about cave history, formations, and glowworms
- Flat-bottom boat ride through cave's underground river
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Professional driver/guide
- Snacks and bottled water
- Admission and guided tour of Waitomo Glowworm Cave
- Boat ride inside the cave
Landmarks Waitomo Glowworm Caves Waikato region Waitomo Homestead and Gift Shop 
- Day 5
Auckland to Rotorua
Auckland to Rotorua- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel 4* (voco Auckland City Centre by IHG)
Included Activities
- Walk among giant redwoods on Redwoods Treewalk
- Relax in Secret Spot Hot Tubs beside forest stream
- Explore Lake Rotorua
- Visit Government Gardens
- Visit Blue Baths
- Visit Rotorua Museum
- Travel through scenic Waikato countryside with photo stops
- Pass through Tirau with creative sculptures
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Entry to Redwoods Treewalk and Secret Spot Hot Tubs
- Fully guided tour with experienced driver-guide
- Luxury air-conditioned transport
- Small group experience
Landmarks Redwoods Treewalk Secret Spot Hot Tubs Lake Rotorua Government Gardens Blue Baths Rotorua Museum Waikato countryside Tirau - Day 6
Auckland
Auckland- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel 4* (voco Auckland City Centre by IHG)
Included Activities
- Visit Piha Surf Beach with black iron sand
- Visit iconic Lion Rock
- Easy stroll to Kitekite Waterfall
- Panoramic views from Arataki Visitor Centre
- Scenic drive through Waitakere Ranges
- Learn about New Zealand's native flora and Māori heritage
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Entry and visits to Piha Beach, Lion Rock, Kitekite Waterfall, and Arataki Visitor Centre
- Professional guide with commentary and local insights
Landmarks Piha Surf Beach Lion Rock Kitekite Waterfall Arataki Visitor Centre Waitakere Ranges - Day 7
Auckland
Auckland- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel 4* (voco Auckland City Centre by IHG)
Included Activities
- 4.5-hour whale and dolphin safari in Hauraki Gulf Marine Park
- Cruise aboard Dolphin Explorer catamaran
- Expert marine commentary and guidance
- Interaction with marine science team
- Wildlife spotting opportunities (Bryde's whales, common dolphins, fur seals, manta rays, turtles, seabirds, pygmy blue whales)
- Use of licensed café and bar onboard
- Onboard commentary from knowledgeable guides
Optional Activities
- Optional marine wildlife research presentations
Landmarks Viaduct Harbour Hauraki Gulf Marine Park Auckland Harbour Bridge Devonport North Head Rangitoto Island - Day 8
Auckland
Auckland- End point
- Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand (Departure Transfer)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Auckland Airport
