3-Day Wellington to Auckland via Lake Taupo & Rotorua
$189,25/Person
Travel from New Zealand’s capital to its largest city on this scenic 3-day journey through the heart of the North Island. Experience dramatic landscapes, powerful waterfalls, geothermal regions, and charming lakeside towns. Highlights include Tongariro National Park, Lake Taupō, Huka Falls, Rotorua’s geothermal attractions, and the rolling countryside of Waikato before arriving in Auckland. Ideal for travellers seeking a relaxed one-way North Island experience..
Highlights
- Scenic drive through Tongariro National Park
- Lake Taupō & Huka Falls
- Rotorua geothermal landscapes
- Waikato countryside scenery
- One-way travel from Wellington to Auckland
Special Notes
- Itinerary may change due to weather or road conditions
- Moderate walking involved at attractions
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Optional activities available on request (additional cost)
- Accommodation upgrades available on request
Note: 10 hours service per day. $130 NZD per hour overtime
Included and Excluded
- Professional driver-guide
- Comfortable air-conditioned private vehicle
- Complimentary Bottled Water during the tour
- Scenic stops and photo opportunities along the route
- Flexible schedule where possible, based on guest preferences
- Selected Rotorua geothermal attraction visit
- Wellington city pick-up & Auckland city drop-off
- Flights & airport transfers
- Meals unless specified
- Optional activities (e.g. Māori cultural evening & hangi, Skyline Gondola)
- Personal expenses & travel insurance
- Any activity not listed under “Inclusions”
Tour Plan
Tour Duration :6-7 hours
- Depart Wellington and travel north along the Kapiti Coast before entering the volcanic plateau. Enjoy scenic views of Tongariro National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage area. Overnight: Tongariro / National Park area
Wellington → Tongariro National Park
- Continue to Lake Taupō, stopping at the impressive Huka Falls. Travel onward to Rotorua, famous for geothermal activity and Māori culture. Evening at leisure. Overnight: Rotorua
Tongariro → Lake Taupō → Rotorua
- Travel through the Waikato region to Auckland. Depending on time, enjoy brief city highlights before drop-off at selected locations. Tour ends in Auckland
