Overview
7 Days
Auckland
Wellington
Classic
4 - 4.5 Star
Premium
5-99 Years
48
Fully Guided
ZAAW
Itinerary
Meet your fellow travel companions at a Welcome Reception and dinner at The Grill, and share stories of your day-one wanderings. (D) Stay: Horizon by SkyCity Auckland
Those sails on the harbour? They come from a long and fascinating history of boat-building and sailing, as you'll discover on an America's Cup tour at the New Zealand Maritime Museum. The water is your backdrop as you skirt the harbour toward dreamy Mission Bay and Bastion Point. There's nothing like an epic view to set your soul soaring. (B) Stay: Horizon by SkyCity Auckland
Leave Auckland behind and journey into the countryside for an exclusive family-style Be My Guest lunch in the Red Barn on a working dairy farm. Over your farm to table lunch prepared by the onsite chef, get a feel for country life as you're invited to roll up your sleeves and make your own butter - butter churners, tiny mason jars and all!
The next hot spot, in every sense of the word, is Rotorua. Visit Te Puia for a guided tour of the New Zealand Maori Arts & Crafts Institute and the Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, a staggering valley where geysers pop and thermal springs jettison skywards. (B/L) Stay: Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Today, choose your own adventure. Tonight, dive deep into Indigenous culture at Te Pā Tū Māori Experience. Hear about Māori history, traditions, and future aspirations across an evening of celebration and feasting. Enjoy a forest kai horotai (seasonal canapé) and chef choice aperitif, followed by a three-course dinner. (B/D) Stay: Millennium Hotel Rotorua
You'll hear Huka Falls well before you see it - 220,000 litres of water thunder over an 11 metre high waterfall every second. The road ahead unfolds in a broad panorama of Lake Taupo then the Kapiti Coast to New Zealand's cool little capital, Wellington. (B/D) Stay: Rydges Wellington
Your day in Wellington should - must - begin with a coffee. The city is known for its uber-cool cafés and with coffee in hand you will head out on a city sights tour to take in highlights such as its iconic cable car, parliament and Mt. Victoria.
This afternoon is yours to discover Wellington. Your city tour ends at Te Papa Museum of New Zealand, so perhaps make a visit. Or tour the first urban completely fenced ecosanctuary of Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne, where the biodiversity of 225 hectares of forest is being restored or explore Lord of the Rings territory (own expense). (B) Stay: Rydges Wellington
It's been a week of epic sights and adventures in the North Island. All good things must come to an end, but there's time to enjoy one last breakfast with your travel companions. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- The dairy industry is big business in New Zealand, as you'll fast find on a Waikato farm. The stories you'll hear tell you about life on the land.
- Discover just how strong Māori culture is at Te Pā Tū Māori Experience, celebrating art, tradition and cuisine.
- If you want to be blown away by nature, Huka Falls is the place to go. This mighty waterfall sees 220,000 litres of water per second thunder over an 11-metre ridge.
- Specialist team of two highly experienced Travel Director and Driver
- Centrally located premium 4- & 5-star hotels
- National Park entrance fees
- Private arrival and departure transfers
- 2 Dinners with Wine
- 6 Full Breakfasts
- 1 Be My Guest Lunch
- 1 Highlight Dinner
- Water bottle
- Warm layers in cooler months
- Camera
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat
- Day 1 – flights to arrive by 4.00pm into Auckland Airport
- Day 7 – flights to depart anytime from Wellington Airport
- Low level of fitness required
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Prices are for land/cruise and internal flights as specified only. Flights not specified are not included.
Operator
At AAT Kings, our on-road staff are best in class. Our Travel Directors, Driver Guides and Drivers are hand-picked for their passion, experience, and enthusiasm for the spectacular countries we live in. There is truly no one better to share with you the best destinations across Australia and New Zealand. We have been perfecting our itineraries and products for over 100 years, so the benefits gained from travelling with us are unrivalled. With over 150 expertly crafted holiday itineraries to choose from, we offer something for everyone.
Our affordable and premium Classic Tours include handpicked hotels combining comfort, style and proximity to key attractions. Travel in comfort aboard our modern coaches, savour daily breakfasts and exclusive dining experiences. Our seasoned guides bring each destination to life with with their engaging stories and local insights and our range of included experiences are designed to immerse to immerse you in the culture, history and beauty of each destination.
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