A short, easy introduction for travellers with limited time or a stopover. All the North Island icons in five unhurried days.
Culture · 5 days
North Island Highlights
Five days from Auckland to Rotorua — Hobbiton, Waitomo's glowworms and geothermal valleys.
5 days North Island
Trip highlights
Hobbiton movie set
Waitomo glowworm caves
Rotorua geothermal valley
Māori cultural evening
Day by day
5 days- 1
Arrive Auckland
Transfer and city introduction.
- 2
Auckland → Waitomo → Rotorua
Glowworm caves, then south to Rotorua.
- 3
Rotorua
Geothermal park and Māori cultural evening.
- 4
Hobbiton
Movie set tour and the Green Dragon Inn.
- 5
Depart Auckland
Return transfer.
What's included
- 4-star accommodation
- Private transport
- Entry fees as listed
- Daily breakfast
- 24/7 local WhatsApp support
Not included
- International flights and visas
- Travel insurance
- Meals not listed in the itinerary
- Optional activities and personal spending
Make it yours
Enquire about North Island Highlights
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+64 27 436 8265
Glen Eden, Auckland
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