This exciting journey will ensure you experience the best the North Island has to offer including luxury boutique accommodation and diverse and authentic experiences in Auckland and Rotorua.
Enjoy the breathtaking sights and learn about the history and culture of this incredible country; from exploring the wild West Coast beaches near Auckland to a tour of the iconic Hobbiton film set near Rotorua, this luxury New Zealand tour is one that will never be forgotten.
Designed for the discerning traveller, your once-in-a-lifetime experience is taken to the next level, with luxury accommodation and transport to make sure you travel in style.This exciting journey will ensure you experience the best the North Island has to offer including luxury boutique accommodation and diverse and authentic experiences in Auckland and Rotorua.
Enjoy the breathtaking sights and learn about the history and culture of this incredible country; from exploring the wild West Coast beaches near Auckland to a tour of the iconic Hobbiton film set near Rotorua, this luxury New Zealand tour is one that will never be forgotten.
Designed for the discerning traveller, your once-in-a-lifetime experience is taken to the next level, with luxury accommodation and transport to make sure you travel in style.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Welcome to Auckland
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Welcome to the start of your luxury New Zealand tour! Enjoy your private transfer from the airport to check into your stylish boutique hotel in the heart of downtown Auckland. Once settled into your room, you'll have time to enjoy a stroll along to the harbour and in the evening, and have dinner at one of the many excellent restaurants in the area.
Accommodation
Hotel DeBrett★5 star
Activities
AucklandOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Auckland Airport to Hotel DeBrett
Destinations
Auckland
Day 2
Discover Auckland City and the West Coast Rugged Beaches
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Today experience the very best of Auckland city, the Marine village of Devonport, Auckland's glorious West Coast and Waitakere Ranges on this full-day tour. In a Mercedes luxury vehicle, you'll see stunning views of ancient volcanoes and untamed coastline, Auckland's renowned black sand beaches; the Arataki Visitor Centre, subtropical rainforest with Kauri trees and indigenous flora and fauna. This is a very special small-group tour using luxury transport - a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
Accommodation
Hotel DeBrett★5 star
Activities
Bush and Beach Best of Both Worlds Tour
Meals
Breakfast and lunch
Destinations
Auckland
Day 3
Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton Film Set
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Today you will take a magical journey south from Auckland over the Bombay Hills to the rich farmland of the Waikato region. You travel through the heritage town of Cambridge where tree-lined streets add to the English-style atmosphere. Then onto Matamata and the home of Middle Earth, the Hobbiton Movie Set from the Lord of the Rings film trilogy for a fascinating guided tour. Following your tour, you then join a shuttle transfer for the rest of your journey to Rotorua.
Accommodation
Regent of Rotorua Boutique Hotel★5 star
Activities
Auckland to Rotorua via the Hobbiton Tour
Meals
Breakfast and lunch
Destinations
Auckland
Matamata
Rotorua
Day 4
Geothermal Wonderland and Maori Culture
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Today experience the unforgettable awe-inspiring half-day journey through New Zealand's most spectacular, colourful and diverse volcanic region's amazing geothermal activity. After some free time in the afternoon, you will join your guided trip to a Maori village on a cultural journey including a Powhiri (welcome ceremony) and a Haka song and dance followed by a traditional hangi feast for dinner. Truly a day to remember.
Accommodation
Regent of Rotorua Boutique Hotel★5 star
Activities
Geothermal Wonderland
Tamaki Maori Village Cultural Tour & Hangi Dinner
Meals
Breakfast and dinner
Destinations
Rotorua
Tumunui
Day 5
Depart from Rotorua
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Your luxury New Zealand tour comes to an end today as you are taken by private car back to the airport for your flight home.
Transportations
Private Driver from Regent of Rotorua Boutique Hotel to Rotorua Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Rotorua
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What’s included?
4 nights accommodation
4 activities
4 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 1 dinner
Airport transfer
Ground transportation
What’s not included?
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entrance fees
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Licensed English speaking guides
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
Starting From
AU$ 3,710/ per traveller sharing
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Benefits of this trip
New Zealand in 5 days
5-star accommodation
24/7 in-destination support from your local designer
