Ultimate North Island Explorer: 14 Day Journey

Downloadable 14-day travel itinerary for discovering the very best of the North Island of Aotearoa – New Zealand. Beginning in Tāmaki Makaurau – Auckland, this journey travels north through Dargaville and the Hokianga Harbour before reaching Cape Rēinga at the northern tip of the country. The route then explores the historic Bay of Islands including Kerikeri, Waitangi, and Paihia before heading south through the Coromandel Peninsula and the film-famous village of Matamata – Hobbiton. The journey continues through the geothermal landscapes of Rotorua and the lakeside beauty of Taupō before crossing the volcanic plateau of Tongariro National Park. From there the itinerary travels through Hawke’s Bay and the charming towns of the Wairarapa before finishing in the capital city of Whanganui-a-Tara – Wellington. Includes route planning, key stops, travel tips, and suggested places to stay along the way.