Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Itineraries
2 WEEKS
Northern Highlights
Discover the harbours, beaches and Pacific culture of
Auckland
, before heading north to
the
Bay of Islands
. At
Waitangi
, explore colonial history and New Zealand's indigenous
Maori culture, before hitting the water to swim with dolphins.
Return to Auckland and detour east to the rugged
Coromandel Peninsula
for bushwalk-
ing and sea kayaking. Stay overnight in the sleepy beach community of
Hahei
. Then fol-
low looping SH25 around the peninsula to the historic mining town of
Waihi
, before con-
tinuing to
Tauranga
, gateway to beachy
Mt Maunganui
.
Head south to
Rotorua
for the classic combo of bubbling thermal activity and vibrant
Maori culture. Splash out on a helicopter ride for stunning views of
Mt Tarawera
and the
