Travel dates: 01 Apr 2023 – 30 Sep 2023, $899 per person (based on twin share)
Travel dates: 01 Feb 2023 - 31 Mar 2023, surcharge of $150 per person
Package includes:
- One night at Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland city in a one-bedroom suite
- One night at Distinction Hotel Hamilton in a standard room
- Guided tour of Hamilton Gardens
- Two nights at The Devon Hotel
- One night at Mt Ruapehu Country Lodge, Ohakune in a suite including breakfast
- Two nights at Distinction Hotel, Rotorua in a standard room
- Entry to Redwoods Treewalk
- Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
Note: Car hire not included but can be quoted at time of booking
Full Itinerary:
DAY 1: Arrive in Auckland
Today is the first day of an ultimate eight-day holiday package spanning across Auckland, Hamilton, Rotorua, Ohakune & New Plymouth. Starting in Auckland, check into the Hotel Grand Chancellor, positioned next to Auckland’s famous viaduct harbour.
DAY 2: Auckland to Hamilton
Check out of your Auckland hotel and begin your drive toward Hamilton. During your drive, stop and enjoy a scenic walk at Mount William, relax and reflect at the beautiful Pokeno Waterfall or visit the only lavender and blueberry farm in New Zealand at Lavender Backyard Garden. Upon arrival into Hamilton, enjoy this afternoon at leisure to explore the charming town.
DAY 3: Hamilton to New Plymouth
This morning you will be treated to a guided tour of Hamilton Gardens, where you will explore different themed gardens and experience New Zealand’s first traditional Maori garden. Begin your scenic drive to New Plymouth along the North Island’s west coast and stop off along the way to capture breathtaking panoramic views at the Three Sisters Lookout and Elephant Rock.
DAY 4: New Plymouth
Visit Te Kainga Marire, one of only six world-standard Gardens of International Significance in New Zealand. The predominantly native garden weaves subtle textures and colours with quirky forms. Visit Mount Taranaki, located in Egmont National Park and one of North Island’s most photographed attractions.
DAY 5: New Plymouth to Ohakune
Spend your morning admiring the formal gardens of Pukekura Park or visit the local’s secret, Hempton Rose Garden. Depart New Plymouth and arrive in Ohakune, home to the big carrot.
DAY 6: Ohakune to Rotorua
Journey to Rotorua via the grand Lake Taupō. Enjoy a two-night stay at the Distinction Rotorua, conveniently located adjacent to the Whakarewarewa Forest.
DAY 7: Rotorua
Experience the majestic and magical Redwoods Treewalk. Hidden amongst 75-metre-tall redwoods, you will be suspended high above the forest floor.
DAY 8: Depart Auckland
Enjoy this morning at leisure before travelling to the mystical lush pastures of the Hobbiton Movie Set. Journey through the unequivocal beauty of the land and its manicured gardens, with the mighty Kaimai Ranges towering in the distance. Continue your northbound journey to Auckland where your arrangements will conclude.
