Short breaks

New Zealand North Island

The North Island in five nights: Auckland's harbour, the Hobbiton set, Waitomo's glowworm caves and Māori culture and geysers in Rotorua.

Trip at a glance

Duration6 days / 5 nights
Starts inAuckland
RouteAuckland · Rotorua
Places2 destinations
CountryNew Zealand
Ideal forCultural holidays
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-1MH0G9

Best time to visit: December to March

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Hobbiton – Auckland

Trip overview

The North Island in five nights: Auckland's harbour, the Hobbiton set, Waitomo's glowworm caves and Māori culture and geysers in Rotorua.

The route spends 3 nights in Auckland and 2 nights in Rotorua, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits cultural holidays, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Sky TowerWaiheke IslandMount EdenTe PuiaWai-O-TapuPolynesian Spa

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Auckland

Arrive via Auckland Airport (AKL) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Sky Tower: Observation deck

Day 2Auckland: Waiheke Island and Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Waiheke Island: Ferry to vineyards
Waitomo Glowworm Caves: Boat through glowworms

Day 3Auckland: Hobbiton and Harbour cruise

Hobbiton: Movie set in Matamata
Harbour cruise

Day 4Auckland to Rotorua

Travel from Auckland to Rotorua by private vehicle, with stops on the way
Check in at your Rotorua hotel
Redwoods Treewalk: Forest walk

Day 5Rotorua: Te Puia and Wai-O-Tapu

Te Puia: Geysers and Māori arts
Wai-O-Tapu: Champagne Pool

Day 6Depart from Rotorua

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Rotorua Airport (ROT) for your journey home

How this version is planned

One or two bases only
Easy arrival-day plans after the journey
The main sights first, with free time to finish
Licensed local guides at the major heritage sites
Timed tickets booked for sites that need them

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Auckland: Combine Hobbiton and Waitomo on the way to Rotorua.
Rotorua: Book a hāngī dinner with a cultural performance.

At a glance

Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
Route: Auckland, Rotorua
Ideal for: Cultural holidays
Best time: December to March
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-1MH0G9

Plan this trip

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Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 5 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Airport transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary (private or shared, stated in your quote)
Entry tickets for the sightseeing listed in your quote
Visa documentation guidance before you travel
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

International flights unless added to your quote
Visa fees and travel insurance
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Optional activities and personal expenses
City or tourism taxes payable at hotels where applicable
GST and TCS as applicable under Indian tax rules

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Auckland: December to March. Rotorua: December to March.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Auckland (Auckland Airport (AKL)). We can add return flights from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.

What documents do I need?

A passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date is commonly required. Visa and entry rules for Indian citizens vary by country and change, so we confirm the current requirements from official sources when you book.