Drive yourself to the spectacular Lake Taupo for a three-day New Zealand family vacation that everyone will love!
Beginning in Auckland, you'll see the sights of this thriving multi-cultural hub of cuisine, music, art and culture before heading off to Lake Taupo. On the way to Taupo, you'll stop in the pretty country town of Cambridge, in the heart of the Waikato. Your first day in Taupo will be spent on a mountain biking adventure or kayaking on the lake and will end in a delicious gourmet dinner at your five-star accommodation.
The second day will deliver the perfect fantasy experience with the thrills of a jet boat ride, the serenity of New Zealand's untouched nature, the adventure of squeezing through tight rock passages and the refreshment from dipping in a mystical hot spring waterfall.
On the way back to Auckland on your last day, the fun doesn't stop as you stop off at Huka Falls and the legendary Te Waihou Walkway en route. Drive yourself to the spectacular Lake Taupo for a three-day New Zealand family vacation that everyone will love!
Beginning in Auckland, you'll see the sights of this thriving multi-cultural hub of cuisine, music, art and culture before heading off to Lake Taupo. On the way to Taupo, you'll stop in the pretty country town of Cambridge, in the heart of the Waikato. Your first day in Taupo will be spent on a mountain biking adventure or kayaking on the lake and will end in a delicious gourmet dinner at your five-star accommodation.
The second day will deliver the perfect fantasy experience with the thrills of a jet boat ride, the serenity of New Zealand's untouched nature, the adventure of squeezing through tight rock passages and the refreshment from dipping in a mystical hot spring waterfall.
On the way back to Auckland on your last day, the fun doesn't stop as you stop off at Huka Falls and the legendary Te Waihou Walkway en route.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Journey from Auckland to Taupo via Cambridge & Taupo Mountain Biking
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Today, you'll pick up your rental SUV and head off on a relaxing sightseeing tour of Auckland, a chance to explore the CBD and outer areas of the city, before moving onto the pretty country town of Cambridge, which is located in the heart of the Waikato horse breeding district. Finally, you'll arrive in Taupō, a lake which was created nearly two thousand years ago. In the afternoon, they'll be several activities on offer including mountain biking and kayaking on the lake.
Accommodation
Sacred Waters Apartments★5 star
Activities
AucklandOptional Activity
CambridgeOptional Activity
Mountain Biking with Chris Jolly Outdoors
Iconic Maori Rock Carvings Kayak TourOptional Activity
Transportations
Rental Car from Auckland to Taupo
Meals
Dinner
Destinations
Auckland
Cambridge
Taupo
Day 2
RiverJet Moari & Jet Boat Tour
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Prepare for the perfect fantasy experience with the thrills of a jet boat ride, the serenity of New Zealand's untouched nature, the adventure of squeezing through tight rock passages and the refreshment from dipping in a mystical hot spring waterfall. See for yourself why the native New Zealand Maori once fought over these mystical lands and fantasy-like caves surrounded by overhanging ferns. Alternatively, in the afternoon, you'll have the option of an exclusive luxury yacht tour.
Accommodation
Sacred Waters Apartments★5 star
Activities
New Zealand RiverJet & Hike to Geothermal Pools
New Zealand Riverjet Squeeze
Chris Jolly Exclusive Luxury Yacht Tour with a MealOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Taupo
Mihi
Day 3
Journey back to Auckland via Huka Falls & Te Waihou
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Today, you'll make the drive back to Auckland to return your rental SUV. On the way, you'll have the option to stop in Waikato, one of the richest agricultural and pastoral areas of the world. Here, you can visit the beautiful Huka Falls and walk the Te Waihou Walkway. At the end of your New Zealand family vacation, you'll arrive in Auckland, a thriving multi-cultural hub of cuisine, music, art and culture.
Activities
Huka FallsOptional Activity
Te Waihou WalkwayOptional Activity
AucklandOptional Activity
Transportations
Rental Car from Taupo to Auckland
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Taupo
Wairakei
Tapapa
Auckland
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What’s included?
2 nights accommodation
3 activities
2 breakfasts and 1 dinner
Entrance fees
Ground transportation
What’s not included?
Airport transfer
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Licensed English speaking guides
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
Starting From
AU$ 593/ per traveller sharing
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Benefits of this trip
New Zealand in 3 days
5-star accommodation
24/7 in-destination support from your local designer
