Collect your rental car and travel through lush Waikato pasture lands to the Waitomo area. Visit the Waitomo Caves or perhaps travel to Hobbiton for a tour of the film set from Lord of the Rings Triology (optional). Continue to Rotorua, famous for its spouting Geysers, bubbling mud pools and warm geothermal pools.
Pick Up: Auckland Airport
Drop Off: Wellington Airport
Auckland to Rotorua 226 kms (140 miles)
Your Accommodation
Pullman Rotorua
Pullman Rotorua is located in the city and is only moments away from the lakefront. It is surrounded by surreal scenery and iconic attractions. Discover shooting geysers, bubbling mud, natural hot springs, and magical forests. The hotel has 130 rooms and suites, a gym, Executive Lounge, vibrant restaurant, chic bar, and 4 dynamic meeting rooms with internet connectivity. The perfect base to explore the region's geothermal paradise. Conveniently located, the Pullman Rotorua is close to Rotorua Lake, Convention Centre, and Government Gardens, perfect for any traveler to this gorgeous, natural locale. Nearby hot springs and geysers make for some of the best natural baths on the planet. Tamaki Maori Village, Polynesian Spa, is just 1km away.
The day is free for Rotorua Sightseeing. Perhaps join a morning city tour or a Steambox lunch tour at Te Puia.
Depart for the art deco city of Napier, enjoy the architecture, tree lined waterfront location and many fountains and gardens.
Rotorua to Napier 219 kms (136 miles)
Your Accommodation
Art Deco Masonic Hotel
Right in the heart of 1930's Napier and opposite Hawke's Bay's MTG (museum), The Art Deco Centre and i-SITE, the Art Deco Masonic Hotel's location is perfect for exploring Napier. With a choice of stylish and individual accommodation styles your stay at Art Deco Masonic Hotel is guaranteed to add glamour and fond memories to your Napier experience. Guests enjoy a choice of bar and dining options including the "World's Best Bars" Emporium Eatery and Bar and the property offers all guests complimentary Wi-Fi internet.
The day is free to spend as you wish. We suggest and Art Deco Walk around Napier. This afternoon why not enjoy a wine and gourmet food experience. Learn from a local wine maker, lear about wine and food at one of NZ's top winery restaurants.
Depart Napier and head towards Martinborough. Discover a host of top-class vineyards in and around the area, (famed for its internationally award-winning Pinot Noir).
Napier to Wellington 315 kms (195 miles)
Your Accommodation
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
The James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor presents an engaging selection of rooms, thoughtful amenities, and gracious hospitality from the heart of Wellington’s city center. Featuring two restaurants and bars, conference facilities, parking, and free Wi-Fi, the hotel is designed for business travelers, conference delegates, and those seeking capital culture while on holiday. As a leading accommodation and venue provider in Wellington city, our hotel is committed to delivering quality accommodation and standout experiences, having recently modernized Whitby’s Restaurant, replaced all elevators, and with new Rooms and Suites now open for our guests to enjoy.
Known as the 'coolest little capital' Wellington offers a diverse range of sight-seeing options. Perhaps enjoy a guided tour of Te Papa Museum of Wellington, New Zealand's National Museum.
Return your car in time for your onward flight (airfare not included). On arrival, collect your rental vehicle and make your way into town. The day is free to explore this quaint Alpine village.
Pick Up: Queenstown Airport
Drop Off: Queenstown Airport
Wellington to Queenstown
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Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel
Luxury holiday, romantic escape or executive retreat. Whatever brings you here, our 5-star haven is waiting to surround you with the best of Queenstown. We're bordered by greenery and only a few minutes' walk from our vibrant town centre. Perfectly positioned for you to access everything our town is famous for. Enjoy complimentary canapés and let us arrange for you to enjoy the best our region has to offer.
At leisure to explore the adventure capital of New Zealand. Optional tours include a Milford Sound Day Excursion, where you take a cruise past mile-high Mitre Peak, through glacially carved fiords and out into the open sea. Perhaps take a short drive to the historic gold rush village of Arrowtown or the town of Wanaka.
Queenstown
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The morning is at leisure until you return your vehicle and depart Queenstown.
Depart Queenstown.
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Prices are "from" per person based on twin/double share accommodation and for travel in low season. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply. Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability. Rates for single or triple travellers are available on request - please inquire.
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