Bay on Waiheke Island, New Zealand

Independent New Zealand Tour: North Island

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Countries Visited

New Zealand

Places Visited

Auckland, Waiheke Island, Rotorua, Napier...

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Suggested Duration

7 Days

Discover the spirit of adventure on an independent journey through the North Island of New Zealand. Islands sprawl along the horizon off the coast of Auckland. The sounds of Maori cries echo in the night sky. The Southern Cross sparkles along the shiny Milky Way. Mountains undulate and you watch the Southern Hemisphere unfold. The spirit of the independent traveler is encouraged and rewarded on this New Zealand trip. From the...

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Trip Highlights

  • See the tallest free standing structure in the Southern Hemisphere: Sky Tower
  • Visit the stunning Waiheke Island
  • Enjoy the incredible seaside town of Napier, the Art Deco Capital of the world
  • Experience the urban culture of Wellington, New Zealand’s capital city
  • Learn about Maori culture in New Zealand’s Cultural Capital, Rotorua
  • Watch Wellington sprawl before you on a cable car ride

Detailed Description

Enjoy the independent journey through the beauty of New Zealand’s North Island on this 7-day tour packed with the beauty of the island and its people. No matter the season, New Zealand is a treasure trove of beauty. The coast is dotted with sails, the inland is decorated with pristine lakes, lush fields, and looming mountains. Traverse the scenery while enjoying the flavors of the country, from local farms to local fisheries, from the northern end of the island to the southernmost tip, there is a never ending joy to the luxuries of New Zealand

Begin your adventure with two days in Auckland and its surroundings. Experience the vibrant urban life of Auckland harbors and take the time to explore the wonders of Waiheke Island just across the Tamaki Strait. The island is decorated with incredible art, sensual landscapes, and divine eateries, and as you wander the island there will be no excess to your indulgence. Exploring Rotorua gives you a sense of the country’s history through its cultural resurgence and historical town. There is no shortage of sites to see and wonders to experience while visiting Rotorua, from luxurious spas to cultural dinners, geysers to hot springs, the city and its surroundings are filled with continuous unforgettable wonders.

Travel from Rotorua to Napier and bask in the warm colors of the Art Deco seaside village. The city relishes its title based in a Great Depression memory that has shaped the past, present, and future of the city. You will be rewarded with delight whether you are walking along the incredible shores of the sea or through the city streets. Wellington brings along the final adventure as you traverse the depths of New Zealand’s capital. For two nights you will wander through the bustling streets and surrounding mountains to see the city’s beauty as the sun glistens along the stunning bay. All the majestic wonders of New Zealand’s North Island are shown and experienced in this adventure, a reward for the independent spirit, a reward for you.

Starting Price

$2,270 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

  • Accommodations
  • In-country transportation
  • Some or all activities and tours
  • Expert trip planning
  • 24x7 support during your trip

Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.

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