Northern Explorer

8 Days Auckland to Wellington
Northern Explorer
Northern Explorer
Northern Explorer

Overview

Read 2 reviews and enjoy exclusive savings on Travelmarvel's 8 Day Northern Explorer. Uncover the mesmerising beauty of New Zealand's North Island on a spectacular eight-day adventure. Begin your tour in Auckland and cruise through the enchanting Bay of Islands. Visit the Waitomo Glowworm Caves and savour an authentic Maori Hangi Feast in Rotorua. Journey to Lake Taupo before concluding your tour in Wellington.
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US$2,195 per person
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Trip Length
Trip Length

8 Days

Trip Starts
Trip Starts

Auckland

Trip Ends
Trip Ends

Wellington

Countries Visited
Countries Visited:
Operator
Operator
Travelmarvel
Trip Reviews
2 Trip Reviews
Avg. Rating: 4/5
Trip Style
Trip Style

Land Journey

Accommodation
Accommodation

4 Star

Budget
Budget

Affordable

Age Range
Age Range

12-99 Years

Max. Group Size
Max. Group Size

48

Guide Style
Guide Style

Fully Guided

Tour Code
Tour Code

NTAW8

Itinerary

Your spectacular New Zealand tour begins today upon arrival in Auckland. Here, you will be met by a Travelmarvel representative and transferred to your hotel. Stay: Sudima Hotel Auckland

Journey north to see a mighty kauri tree and marvel at its size. Continue to the stunning Bay of Islands, where you'll enjoy a special Welcome Dinner. Stay Two Nights: Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands (B/D)

Today is yours to enjoy at leisure. Explore the beautiful surrounds of the bay, with its golden beaches, secluded coves, and warm waters brimming with life. Here, you may also like to choose our Enhance Your Journey experience. (B)

Today begins with a memorable Insider Experience. Afterwards, return to Auckland. Stay: Sudima Hotel Auckland (B/D)

Insider Experience: Keep an eye out for sea life encounters as you cruise through the Bay of Islands at the tip of the North Island. Set off from the Cape Brett Peninsula and cruise through the distinctive Hole in the Rock formation (conditions permitting).

Travel to Waitomo, where an incredible Insider Experience awaits. Later, continue to the geothermal wonderland of Rotorua and marvel at the eruptions of geysers and boiling mud pools. Tonight is set aside for a special Insider Experience. Stay Two Nights: Sudima Rotorua (B/D)

Insider Experience: Descend into the caves beneath the lush Waitomo hills and look up to see a cavern illuminated with hundreds of tiny lights. A sight to behold, the phenomenon is the work of glowworms, which are unique to New Zealand.

Insider Experience: Immerse yourself in a unique evening of Maori culture, and cuisine at Te Puia. Embark on a guided tour through the historical geothermal valley, where you'll explore a stunning landscape of native bush, geysers, and mud pools. Feel the awe-inspiring power of Pohutu Geyser, the largest geyser in the Southern Hemisphere. Experience an intimate encounter with one of New Zealand's national treasures at their new Kiwi Conservation Centre. That evening, enjoy a Haka powhiri (cultural welcome), dance performances and the sharing of a traditional meal of fish, lamb and vegetables slow-cooked in earth ovens known as Hangi.

Rotorua captures the essence of New Zealand with its geothermal geysers, Maori culture and rich heritage. Your sightseeing continues with a visit to the Agrodome for a unique farm experience. Alternatively, select our Enhance Your Journey experience. (B)

Journey to Lake Taupo and the thundering Huka Falls.

Later, travel south across World Heritage-listed Tongariro National Park to Wellington. Stay: Novotel Wellington (B)

Your New Zealand tour comes to an end after breakfast today. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Cruise to Cape Brett in the Bay of Islands and see the famous Hole in the Rock
  • Immerse yourself in an evening of Maori Culture and Cuisine
  • Discover the incredible Waitomo Caves, home to thousands of luminescent glow worms

  • Seven nights in premium accommodation
  • Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director and experienced Driver
  • Premium air-conditioned coach travel
  • Prices include all sightseeing, cruises, entrance fees as specified, and airport transfers on the first and last day

  • 10 meals - 7 breakfasts and 3 dinners
  • Special Welcome Dinner

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change
  • Prices are for land tour only. Flights not included unless specified

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Travelmarvel
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Holiday memories are not just shaped by the incredible places you visit, but also by the wonderful people you meet along the way. At Travelmarvel, we know that great service is about going above and beyond, and that’s why our staff are regarded as a holiday highlight in their own right.

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Trip Reviews (2)

Travelmarvel Reviews
Reviews 2 Reviews
Average Rating 4 out of 5
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Too little time in New Zealand 1 , CA, United States, May 2023
A wonderful one-week trip through the beautiful North Island of New Zealand. We came away wanting more. Our tour leader, Fernando, and coach driver, Matt, were capable and caring throughout. Matt did a terrific job driving us through flooded roads from the Bay of Islands to Auckland.

Highlights were our visits to the Waitangi Treaty Site, the Hobbiton read more Movie Set, and the Te Puia Maori cultural experience. Included meals were consistently good; however, stops for lunch "on your own" that left us with too little time to find a good meal in unknown small towns were rather disappointing. Hotels were clean, and had friendly staff, but were not the best -- bathrooms in particular had too little space and were not well designed.
Tour guide and driver were excellent! 1 , WA, Australia, Sep 2015
Tour guide and driver were excellent! They were very upbeat and made the trip run smoothly. Michelle at Global Journeys made everything so easy I would definitely recommend her/them.

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Saturday 04 Apr 2026 04 Apr 26 Auckland
Saturday 11 Apr 2026 11 Apr 26 Wellington
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