This 9 day tour starts in Auckland and finishes in Auckland.
Itinerary summary for: Central North Island Volcanic Discovery
Day 1: Welcome to Auckland
Accommodation:
SkyCity Hotel Auckland
Day 2: Drive south through the rich fertile farmland of the Waikato and maybe stop at Hobbiton Village on your way to Rotorua
Accommodation:
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Day 3: Take a fantastic scenic flight to the surreal volcano Mt Tarawera, here you'll land and get to explore
Accommodation:
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Day 4: Explore Rotorua's forests from above and enjoy relaxation in the evening
Accommodation:
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Day 5: A short drive along the Geothermal Highway to Lake Taupo
Accommodation:
Millennium Hotel & Resort Manuels Taupo
Day 6: Skirt the edge of Lake Taupo and cross the Desert Road to Tongariro National Park
Accommodation:
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Day 7: Head north through the King Country to the limestone caves of Waitomo
Accommodation:
Abseil Inn
Day 8: Return to Auckland, where you'll have time to catch up on anything you missed when you arrived
Accommodation:
SkyCity Hotel Auckland
Day 9: Depart Auckland