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8-Day Auckland & North Island Discovery: Nature, Culture & Adventure Experience

8 days
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: German, Italian, French, Spanish
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Auckland

    Start point
    Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand (Arrival Transfer )
    Accommodation
    Hotel (voco Auckland City Centre by IHG)
    Landmarks
    Auckland Airport
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  2. Day 2

    Auckland

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (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
  3. Day 3

    Auckland to Matamata

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (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
    Itinerary Image 1
  4. Day 4

    Auckland to Waitomo

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (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
    Itinerary Image 1
  5. Day 5

    Auckland to Rotorua

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (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
  6. Day 6

    Auckland

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (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
  7. Day 7

    Auckland

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (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
  8. Day 8

    Auckland

    End point
    Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand (Departure Transfer)
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Auckland Airport

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    • For any tour departing before July 24th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 24th, 2026, a minimum payment of 10% is required to confirm your booking with STM Tours LLC. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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