Self Drives for New Zealand
North Island
9 days
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North Island Selfdrive Itinerary
Self Drive Itinerary
Day 1. Auckland to Coromandel Peninsula.
Depart Auckland and travel the Pacific Coast Highway touring route to the Coromandel Peninsula. The Coromandel's dramatic and unspoiled coast, and beautiful white sandy beaches, offer endless opportunities for fishing, diving, boating, surfing and swimming.
Overnight Pauanui or Whitianga (2 nights)
Day 2. Coromandel at leisure.
Enjoy the unique experience of Hot Water Beach where at low tide you can dig in the sand, allowing the sulphur-heated waters to rise to the top to create your very own thermal spa. Swim with dolphins, hire a kayak and explore the many offshore islands or simply let the azure water lap at your feet and marvel at the beauty of the Pacific Ocean.
Day 3. Coromandel to Rotorua (via Tauranga).
Depart Coromandel and arrive in the Bay of Plenty region early afternoon, in time for a swim or lunch at one of the many restaurants. Continue on to Rotorua, famous for its spouting geysers, bubbling mud pools and warm geothermal ponds.
Overnight Rotorua (2 nights).
Day 4. Rotorua at leisure.
Spend the day experiencing the many wonders of Rotorua. Perhaps book a 4WD trip to Mt Tarawera to see an amazing crater and hear the stories of Maori legends.
Day 5. Rotorua to Lake Taupo.
Depart Rotorua for a short journey through to the Lake Taupo region. Taupo is the main centre of the region and Lake Taupo is one of the North Islands most popular holiday destinations.
Overnight in Taupo.
Day 6. Lake Taupo to Napier.
Depart Taupo for the Hawke's Bay region. Basking in a Mediterranean climate, the Hawke's Bay region is known for its wine, food and fabulous scenery. Over 30 vineyards offer visitors a wine tasting and indoor/ outdoor dining experience. Napier and Hastings, the two main centres in the region, have a high concentration of Art Deco and Spanish Mission architecture. The rest of the day is free to enjoy the many vineyards and wonderful restaurants in the area.
Overnight Napier.
Day 7. Napier to Martinborough.
Today travel south, options include stopping at the small country towns of Carterton, Greytown and Featherston. Travel to Martinborough well known for the range of vineyards in the area and its growing worldwide reputation for its Pinot Noir wine. Afternoon at leisure.
Overnight in Martinborough.
Day 8. Martinborough to Wellington.
Drive over the beautiful Rimutaka Hills to Wellington. The nations capital is home to Te Papa - the interactive Museum of New Zealand, numerous art galleries and national treasures such as the original Treaty of Waitangi. A diverse range of cafes and restaurants support the city's vibrant nightlife.
Overnight Wellington.
Day 9. Wellington to your next stop.
End your self-drive tour here. Continue on to the South Island.
Price Includes: Accommodation for 8 nights with private facilities, 9 day National Group D car rental and Goway's co-pilot kit of goodies (maps and directions).
Please Note: Itineraries subject to change. Please request details at time of booking.