DAY 1 - ARRIVE AUCKLAND
On arrival in Auckland, 'The City of Sails', you
will be met by our local representative and
privately transferred to your hotel.
DAY 2 - AUCKLAND - COROMANDEL
Depart Auckland and travel the scenic route south to
the Coromandel Peninsula. Visit the historic
township of Thames, famous for its goldmining in the
1900's, then continue over the spectacular,
semi-tropical bush clad mountains to Pauanui. (B)
DAY 3 - COROMANDEL
Visit the world famous Hot Water Beach where the hot
water bubbles out of the sand so hot it can burn
your feet! Take a gentle farmland walk to visit the
beautiful Cathedral Cove for a walk or swim
(optional boat transfer into Cathedral Cove can be
arranged). After lunch (own expense), you will have
a free afternoon. You might like to take a tour of
the Whitianga Harbour by glass-bottomed boat if time
permits. Optional activities not included in the
tour price. (B)
DAY 4 - COROMANDEL - TAURANGA
Depart at your leisure this morning for the short
coastal drive to Tauranga. Highly recommended is an
optional flight to White Island this afternoon, an
active volcano situated off the coast of Tauranga
(optional activities not included). (B)
DAY 5 - TAURANGA
Today is at leisure to enjoy Tauranga and the
beaches of nearby Mt Maunganui. Included is a
nighttime kayaking tour to view glowworms - no
experience is required for this wonderful and unique
activity! (B)
DAY 6 - TAURANGA - ROTORUA
A short drive through the countryside this morning
to the geothermal city of Rotorua will allow you a
free afternoon to explore the city. This evening
enjoy an authentic Maori Hangi (feast) and Concert.
(B,D)
DAY 7 - ROTORUA - AUCKLAND
Visit Te Puia Thermal Reserve to see boiling
mudpools and roaring geysers. Following this, visit
Rainbow Springs to see New Zealand's trout, birds
and wildlife before continuing to the Agrodome for a
New Zealand sheep and farm show featuring sheep dog
demonstrations, cow milking and an introduction to
the stars of the industry. This afternoon return to
Auckland through the lush Waikato region. (B)
DAY 8 - DEPARTURE AUCKLAND
Your arrangements conclude today with a departure
transfer to the airport. We trust you enjoyed your
North Island Vacations! (B)
