DAY 1 - ARRIVE AUCKLAND
On arrival in Auckland, the ‘City of Sails’, you will be met by a Kiwiway representative and assisted at the airport either meeting your driver for your private tour option or collecting your rental car for the self drive option. Transfer to your accommodation.

DAY 2 - AUCKLAND – BAY OF ISLANDS
Drive north today along the east coast of the North Island to arrive in Paihia, the Bay of Islands. This afternoon is  at your leisure to explore Paihia, Russell and Waitangi (a guided tour of the Waitangi Treaty Grounds is included). Russell and Paihia are a short 15 minute ferry ride from each other and both are easily accessible.

DAY 3 - BAY OF ISLANDS
Included today is a Hole in the Rock and dolphin viewing cruise. You might also like to take a sailing experience to enjoy the marvellous inlets, islands and beaches in this beautiful region. Or take an afternoon sightseeing tour to local Kerikeri, well-known for its local produce and arts and crafts (optional tours are not included in the tour price).

DAY 4 - BAY OF ISLANDS – AUCKLAND
Today return south by the west coast of Northland and visit the magnificent kauri forests and marvel at their size and age! Return to Auckland for the night.

DAY 5 - AUCKLAND – TAUPO
Today’s journey to Taupo is only a short 3 hour transfer, so take the morning to relax and enjoy Auckland city. Continue south to the lakeside town of Taupo.

DAY 6 - TAUPO – ROTORUA
Enjoy the morning today exploring Lake Taupo – visit Huka Falls for a photo opportunity. Perhaps take a jetboat ride up to Huka Falls or a helicopter ride to view the falls for a different perspective on this amazing natural waterfall! (optional tours are not included in the tour price). Continue to Rotorua this afternoon.

DAY 7 - ROTORUA
Today enjoy a sightseeing tour of Rotorua including Te Puia Thermal Reserve, Agrodome Sheep Show and Rainbow Springs Nature Park.

DAY 8 - ROTORUA – AUCKLAND
Today you will return to Auckland at your leisure through the small New Zealand farming towns of the Waikato Region.

DAY 9 - DEPART AUCKLAND
Your arrangements conclude today with a departure transfer or the rental of your rental car to the airport. We trust you enjoyed your Kiwiway Vacation!

Please note: Prices are per person in NZ$. Room type costed is the standard Lodge, Boutique B&B or Boutique Hotel room, or Studio Apartment. Any requests for suite rooms or a higher grade of room will attract a supplement.