New Zealand · 5 days · 4 nights

Highlights Of New Zealand

Duration: 5 days · 4 nights

Overview

This five-day journey introduces the North Island of New Zealand. It begins in Auckland, where two days are spent, then travels via Waitomo to Rotorua before returning to Auckland.

The compact route covers the city, the Waitomo area and Rotorua in a short time.

Accommodation is arranged on a per-person sharing basis with hotel taxes included. Arrival and departure transfers, local guides, meals as listed in the itinerary, entrance fees and applicable transportation are part of the plan where applicable.

The route

Day by day, at a glance

Day 1 · Auckland
Auckland
Day 2 · Auckland
Auckland
Day 3 · Rotorua
Auckland - Waitomo - Rotorua
Day 4 · Rotorua
Rotorua
Day 5 · Auckland
Rotorua - Auckland

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 1 · Auckland
Auckland
Upon arrival at airport in New Zealand, you will be warmly met by a representative, who will provide assistance and transfer to your accommodation to check-in. (Note if early morning arrival the hotel room may not be available for immediate occupancy). Activities: • The day is free to rest and explore “The City of Sails”, independently. Overnight: Auckland
Day 2 · Auckland
Auckland
Activities: Morning sightseeing tour of Auckland by coach features the Auckland central business district, the University, yacht harbour, Auckland Harbour Bridge and the popular the Domain Gardens. Also see quaint Parnell Village and the Rose Gardens and drive around the waterfront to Kelly Tarlton’s Underwater World and Antarctic Encounter. There is a variety of sea life here including sharks, stingrays and Antarctic Penguins in a special sub zero enclosure. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight: Auckland – (B)
Day 3 · Rotorua
Auckland - Waitomo - Rotorua
Activities: This morning depart Auckland on a half day tour by coach travelling south over the Bombay hills and through the Waikato Valley, which is an important dairying region. On arrival at Waitomo take a guided tour of the famous limestone cave including the Glow-worm Grotto. Packed lunch on board the coach while driving across picturesque farming country and over the bush clad Mamaku Ranges and into Rotorua to arrive approx 13:30. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight: Rotorua – (B, L)
Day 4 · Rotorua
Rotorua
Activities: • Morning sightseeing tour of Rotorua by coach includes a guided tour of Te Puia – the Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve to see the geysers and other weird thermal activity, and the Maori Arts and Crafts Institute where young Maori are being taught traditional carving and weaving skills. • Also features a visit to lovely Rainbow Springs to see the trout and rare kiwis, and the popular Agrodome farm show. • The afternoon is free. • In the evening enjoy a hangi dinner and concert of Maori song and dance at the hotel. Overnight: Rotorua – (B, D)
Day 5 · Auckland
Rotorua - Auckland
Departure: From Rotorua it is a half day drive by coach back to Auckland International Airport. On arrival check in for your departure flight. – (B) Meals as per itinerary: (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner) We can personalize this tour just for you! Call: 1 800 263 2995 / 416 391 0334 or complete form

Where you'll stay

Accommodations

Accommodation for this trip is tailored to your dates and travel style — your specialist will confirm the exact properties when shaping your itinerary.

How it works

Made to order

Every Tourcan trip is built by a specialist, not a template — the route, hotels, and pace are tuned to how you want to travel.
Dates are flexible. There are no fixed departures; we plan around your calendar.
Quotes and bookings happen by phone and email with your specialist — no automated checkout, just a real conversation.

What's included

Inclusions and exclusions

Included

Accommodations Per Person Sharing, including hotel taxes
Arrival & departure transfers where applicable
Local guides where applicable
Meals per itinerary
Park entrance fees and sightseeing fees where applicable
Applicable transportation

Not included

Airfare and air taxes
Cancellation, baggage, travel and medical insurance
Items of a personal nature such as baggage porterage, gratuities/tips, laundry, telephone calls, bottled water, etc.
Visa and visa fees
Optional sightseeing and activities
Meals, beverages and services not mentioned in itinerary
For additional information or reservations please complete QUOTE REQUEST form in side bar of this page or contact us directly to speak to one of our Destination Experts.
We can personalize this tour just for you! Call: 1 800 263 2995 / 416 391 0334 or complete form

Travel insurance

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