You'll begin with a journey to the idyllic holiday destination of the Coromandel Peninsula where you can ride the quirky Driving Creek Railway line before continuing to the beachside village of Whitianga. Next stop is Rotorua for two nights where there's an exciting day of animal encounters included. This family friendly tour also visits the magical Hobbiton Village before returning back to Auckland.
Day 1: Arrive Auckland
Welcome to Auckland the 'City of Sails'
Day 2: Auckland to Whitianga
Collect your car this morning, then travel through to the idyllic beaches of the Coromandel Peninsula
Day 3: Whitanga to Rotorua
VHead south along the Bay of Plenty before turning inland towards the Maori culture and lakes of Rotorua
Day 4: At Rotorua
Enjoy a close up encounter with New Zealand farm animals and native wildlife including the rare Kiwi bird
Day 5: Rotorua to Taupo
It's a short drive along the Geothermal Highway to the great Lake Taupo
Day 6: Taupo to Auckland via Hobbiton
Journey north through rolling Waikato countryside to the magical Hobbiton Village, then return to Auckland
Day 7: Auckland
Explore more of Auckland City before departing for your onward journey