Stay : Two weeks in the North Island
Two weeks in New Zealand'sNorth Island is the perfect length of time to discover not only the major points of interest, but also the tropical Northland region, the heart of the Maori soul. After this northern loop, and a stop in serene Auckland, you will head south, including a climb to Tongariro. The attractive Wellington is at the end of the road!
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Detail of the stay : Two weeks in the North Island - 14 days
Day 1: Direction Northland: Bay of Islands
Steps: Auckland
Just arrived in Auckland, no time out, heading for Northland. Heading due north along the east coast, following the Twin Coast Discovery Highway. The first stop is Bay of Islands to enjoy the superb scenery composed by this string of islands. A major tourist destination famous for its protected waters and fish, it is also the nation's cradle. Waitangi was the place where the treaty between the Maori people and the Crown of England was signed
Day 2: Cape Reinga
Steps: Cape Reinga
The following day, continue north to Cape Reinga. At the end of the world, Cape Reinga is a sacred place for Maori; it is also the meeting point between the turbulent waters of the Pacific Ocean and the Tasmanian Sea.
CAPE REINGA
Day 3: Waipoua Forest
Steps: Kohukohu, Rawene, Waipoua Forest
Going down south, go through Ninety Mile Beach and walk or drive for miles of sand in a 4x4. If you feel like it, it's time to try surfing in Ahipara before continuing the trip along the west coast. After crossing Hokianga Harbour by ferry between Kohukohu and Rawene, enter the Waipoua Forest, home to the majestic giant kauri. Greet the guardian of the place, Tane Mahuta, "God of the forest", the greatest kauri in the world
Day 4: Coromandel Peninsula - day 1
Cape to the east towards the Coromandel peninsula. In the programme: Visit the Cathedral Cove cliffs, immersion in a natural hot water pool at Hot Water Beach and discover the sublime panorama on the peninsula from the peak of the Pinnacles. Spend one night in Opoutere.
Day 5: Coromandel Peninsula - day 2
Calm down along the peninsula towards the south. Enjoy the scenery.
Day 6: Bay of Plenty
The road continues on the beautiful Bay of Plenty beaches. Tauranga and Mount Maunganui offer excellent surf spots and there is abundant fishing. Catch a sunburn or do a nice catch?
Day 7: Auckland day - 1
Steps: Auckland
Take 3 to 4 hours drive to Auckland, stroll through its streets, enjoying the pleasant atmosphere of the city and climb up 192 m from the Sky Tower to admire the landscape from the observation terrace. Night in Auckland.
SKY TOWER
Day 8: Auckland day - 2
Steps: Auckland
Visit the beautiful Auckland War Memorial Museum, climb the Sky Tower if you haven't done so the day before, then dine in the heart of the lively Ponsonby district
Day 9: Waitomo Cellars
Steps: Waitomo
South direction towards the Waitomo Cellars. In the programme: rappel, caving or simple boat ride under the vaulted vaults of vers worms.
WAITOMO MUSEUM OF CAVES
Day 10: Rotorua Rotorua
Steps: Rotorua
Take the road to Rotorua. Smell the first sulfur smells will produce geothermal phenomena so characteristic of the region. In the evening, dive in the warm waters of Polynesian Spa and attend a Maori show.
Day 11: From Waiotapu to Taupo
In Waiotapu, let yourself be surprised by the colours of Champagne Pool and admire Lady Knox Geyser's awakening. Before entering Taupo, make a jump to Huka Falls
HUKA FALLS
Day 12: Hiking Day - Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Steps: National Park Village, Turangi
Take his walking shoes to make one of the finest treks of one day in that country: the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. After 7 to 9 hours walking through lunar and then lush landscapes, plan to spend the night in the peaceful village of Turangi.
TONGARIRO ALPINE CROSSING
Day 13: Canoe on Wanganui river
Steps: Whanganui National Park, Whanganui
No time to blow! Cap to Wanganui for a canoe day over 330 km of the Wanganui River.
WHANGANUI RIVER
Day 14: Wellington
Steps: Wellington
The tour ends in Wellington, the capital of New Zealand south of the North Island. Don't miss the visit to the famous Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, take a look at the Parliament and the Botanic Gardens, not to mention walking down the very alternative Cuba Street
BOTANICAL GARDENS
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