Visit this chunk of North Island’s east coast for a great range of New Zealand beaches. Coromandel is home to golden sands as well as sweeping green forest which you can explore on foot or by railway. Head to Bay of Plenty for a mix of beautiful long beaches and buzzing harbour cities.
A third of New Zealand’s population lives in Auckland - an ever-expanding city with two superb harbours and a thriving waterfront. Known as the ‘City of Sails’ due to the number of yachts frequenting its harbours, the city’s high-rise buildings are interspersed with green-lawned squares, and its cultural diversity creates a cosmopolitan atmosphere. Getting around Auckland is easy. Buses are one of the most popular forms of transport and you can get them almost anywhere in the city. Alternatively you can use pedal power and hire a bike. There are dedicated cycle lanes for large sections of the city and you must remember to wear a helmet, it’s against the law not to! You can also hop aboard a water taxi for a visit to one of the many islands off the coast.
5 Hotels, 2 Tours, 1 cruise, 2 Experiences
Take a trip to two of the most picturesque areas on New Zealand’s North Island. The Bay of Islands is known for its spectacular rock formations and diverse marine life, while the secluded Cape Reinga has a beautiful lighthouse and mesmerising views over the sea.
3 Hotels, 1 Tour, 2 Experiences
Combine these three North Island areas to see a superbly varied side of New Zealand. See gushing geysers in Rotorua and glowing caverns in Waitomo, before immersing yourself in a once-in-a-lifetime Middle Earth experience at Hobbiton.
4 Hotels, 2 Tours, 6 Experiences
Pair Wellington and Martinborough for an unforgettably diverse New Zealand experience. The Kiwi capital city has excellent cafés and lots of rustic charm, while Martinborough is home to some of the world’s finest vineyards and pinot noir.
3 Hotels, 2 Tours, 2 Experiences
Head to two of the most iconic spots in all of New Zealand in the Hawke’s Bay region. Art Deco-style Napier is a must-see, and of course beyond the cities, you’ll also discover some of the finest vineyards on Earth.
1 Hotel
Taupo and Tongariro are two of the most scenic places to visit in New Zealand. Soak up sweeping views over land and water from Lake Taupo, and incredibly diverse terrain in the Tongariro National Park.
3 Hotels, 2 Tours
Auckland
Bay of Islands & Cape Reinga
Rotorua, Hobbiton & Waitomo
Wellington & Martinborough
Napier & Hawke's Bay
Taupo & Tongariro
