# 9-Day New Zealand North Island Nature & Thrills Tour from Auckland: Waitomo, Hobbiton, Rotorua, Taupo and Wellington丨Maori Cultural Experience and Sail

Tour in OC — Auckland → Wellington.
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## Key facts

- Type: multiday
- Country: OC
- Route: Auckland → Wellington
- Duration: 9.00 day
- Price from: $1,634.35
- Rating: 5.00 / 5 (58 reviews)
- Operator: Tours4Fun Provider 10162

## Summary

• Explore the world-famous Waitomo glowworm caves by boat • Tour the real Hobbiton film set and locations featured in The Lord Of The Rings and Hobbit trilogies • Experience New Zealand's incredible volcanic landscapes and thundering waterfalls • Experience authentic Maori culture in a traditional Maori Village • Sail across Lake Taupo • Discover New Zealand's capital - Wellington • Get unlimited assistance securing a paid job in New Zealand

## Categories

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## Itinerary

### Day 1: Home - Auckland

Kia ora! Landing in Auckland, we'll meet you at our centrally located hostel to settle in. Tonight you'll meet up with the rest of your travel crew and get excited for all the adventures yet to come travelling New Zealand!

### Day 2: GLOWWORM CAVES & HOBBITON

Leaving Auckland, we're off to discover the best of the beautiful North Island. Our first stop is Waitomo, home to the world- famous glowworm caves. We'll explore this surreal, subterranean landscape by boat, watching in awe as the glowworms light up the darkness. Next we're heading to Hobbiton, the real-life movie set featured in The Lord Of The Rings and Hobbit trilogies. After strolling through the enchanting village on a guided tour, we'll enjoy a drink at the Green Dragon Inn before departing for Rotorua. Small Change: A visit to the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves is more than a natural wonder, it's a meaningful cultural exchange and a way to support the local Māori community.

### Day 3: EXPLORE ROTORUA

First on the agenda is Kerosene Creek, a naturally heated hot spring where we can laze away the morning. Next is one of New Zealand's most magnificent geothermal wonderlands - Wai o Tapu, featuring dramatic geysers & bubbling mud. Small Change: A visit to the Wai-o-tapu is more than a natural wonder, it's a meaningful way to support the local Māori community.

### Day 4: MAORI EXPERIENCE

This morning, enjoy some freetime to try exciting activities like zorbing or the skyline luge. For those on the NZ Intro North work add-on, later that day, our team will help make sure you've got everything sorted for living and working in NZ, and get you signed up to our NZ Jobs Program. In the evening we'll visit the Mitai Māori village for an introduction to Māori culture - an experience as authentic as it gets! Small Change: Experience an authentic cultural exchange at Mitai Māori Village, where a traditional Powhiri ceremony and captivating Kapa Haka performances welcome you into Te Ao Māori.

### Day 5: TAUPO SAIL

Get your cameras out as we head to Taupo, a lakefront town right in the heart of the North. Later, our team will help make sure you've got everything sorted for living and working in NZ, and get you signed up to our NZ Jobs Program. Tonight we've got something special lined up - a sail across the lake. The majestic scenery and the maori rock carvings will wow us. Small Change: Sail across Lake Taupō on New Zealand's only 100% electric yacht. This eco-friendly experience supports sustainable tourism and the preservation of the region's natural environment.

### Day 6: WATERFALLS & ADRENALINE

This morning we'll check out the epic Huka Falls, a spine-tingling torrent of icy water thundering down from the Waikato River. After witnessing the raw power of Mother Nature, you'll then have some free time when you can do a skydive or bungee jump!

### Day 7: TRAVEL TO WELLINGTON

Today, we're off to New Zealand's vibrant capital, Wellington! Immerse yourself in the city's lively atmosphere by visiting its cozy cafes, savouring mouthwatering dishes at delicious restaurants, or simply unwinding and soaking in the relaxed evening vibes.

### Day 8: DISCOVER WELLINGTON

Kick off your day with a city orientation tour, exploring the highlights of New Zealand's capital! Ride the famous cable cars for panoramic views, then delve into the fascinating history and lively culture at Te Papa Tongarewa Museum - one of the world's top museums. Tonight we'll get the gang together one last time, dressing sharp for our farewell dinner and final night out on the town!

### Day 9: CHECK OUT

Your unforgettable Northern Kiwi Adventure comes to an end today, but this is just the beginning of your time in New Zealand! You're now fully prepped and ready for the next leg of your journey alongside the new friends you've made, and we'll be there for support every step of the way.

## Guide languages

English Live

## Links

- Yatra page: https://yatraforfun.com/tour/105217641-new-zealand-adventure-tour-north-9-day-auckland-wor
- WhatsApp concierge: https://wa.me/9779708072951