Paihia

Depart Auckland and travel north by coach via the Hibiscus Coast with its golden sand beaches, through Whangarei and arrive in the beautiful township of Paihia, Bay of Islands.

Russell

By ferry you will be transported from Paihia to Russell a beautiful township immediately across the bay from Paihia. Russell being the original capital of New Zealand. In Russell a tour of the township has been arranged for your enjoyment. In Russell you will join a Mini Tour of the township.

Bay of Islands

From Russell you will join a three hour nature cruise to the famous Hole in the Rock, weather and sea conditions permitting you will sail through the hole. On the cruise you will often site dolphins and numerous sea birds. 3 hours , The cruise is included in the tour package

Paihia

The hole in the rock cruise will return you to the dock at Paihia. The remainder of the afternoon evening is at leisure to explore the township.

Waitangi Treaty Grounds

This morning transferred from your accommodation to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds,Tour the Waitangi Treaty Grounds the site of the historic treaty between the Maori and European pioneers. A guided tour has been arranged the tour will include a magnificent Maori meeting house and war canoe. Following the guided tour enjoy a Maori Cultural performance.

Paihia

From the treaty grounds you will be transferred back to your Paihia Accommodation to collect your luggage for your onward coach journey this afternoon back to Auckland.

Auckland

Departing Paihia early afternoon you will travel by coach south to Auckland a journey of approximately 3.5 hours, arriving Auckland City late afternoon. On arrival in Auckland you will be transferred to your Auckland Central City accommodation.

Auckland Central

Your destination for this evening. Evening at leisure.

Auckland

This morning depart Auckland for Hobbiton travelling south through the city and the Waikato District arriving at Hobbiton mid-morning.

Hobbiton Movie Set

Hobbiton: the farm that has been transformed for The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movie set. Tour fairytale landscapes of the Shire, see 44 hobbit holes, the Mill and double arch bridge, the party tree and visit the Green Dragon Inn.

Matamata

On the conclusion of your guided tour of Hobbiton you will depart Matamata and continue travelling south to Rotorua.

Rotorua

Arriving mid afternoon in Rotorua you will be transferred to your centrally located hotel accommodation. You will have the remainder of the day evening at leisure to explore on you own.

Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village

This morning you will be transferred toWhakarewarewa Geothermal Valley and the Living Maori Villagefor a guided tour which includes the world-famous Pōhutu geyser, boiling mud-pools, steam vents and bubbling pools. Following the tour there will be a Haka performance for your enjoyment.

Rotorua

From Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley you will be transferred back to your central Rotorua Accommodation with the remainder of the day to explore on your own or to do some shopping in the township or partake on one or more of the adventure activities the township is renown for.

Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Departing Rotorua early afternoon you will travel from Rotorua to Auckland by road via the Waitomo Glowworm caves with a guided tour of the caves including a boat through the glowworm grotto.

Waikato Region

Following the guide tour of the Waitomo Caves you will continue north to Auckland

Auckland Central

Early evening arrive Auckland Central City where your tour will conclude.