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AUCKLAND SKY TOWER Take in the 360-degree views from this iconic landmark.

TONGARIRO CROSSING Walk the trails and unique landscape in this volcanic national park.

North Island City life Buzzing with life and energy, Auckland combines an eclectic mix of culture and entertainment. The ‘City of Sails’ is home to two major harbours, offering a vibrant waterfront dining scene. The compact city of Wellington is circled by rolling green hills and combines city sophistication with village charm. Napier is known for its Art Deco architecture and is close to the wine region – Hawke’s Bay.

Essentials Flight time: 26 hours

approximately GMT: +11 hours Currency: New Zealand Dollar (NZD) Climate: North Island has a temperate climate with cool winters and warm summers. Average temperatures vary between 16°C and 25°C in summer (December – February), while in winter (June – August), temperatures range between 8°C and 16°C. Rainfall is relatively high during the winter and most snow falls in the mountain regions.

WAITOMO CAVES Sail along the underground river to see the grotto light up by glow-worms.

THERAPEUTIC WATERS Soak in a mineral hot spring pool in Rotorua.

Contrasting coastlines The Bay of Islands is renowned for its natural beauty and fascinating history offering a wealth of outdoor adventures, abundant wildlife and historic sites. Travel further north and you’ll find Ninety Mile Beach –an ideal spot for surfing. Venture to the Coromandel Peninsula and the Bay of Plenty to discover secluded coves, misty rainforests, and rural country towns, perfect for sampling local produce. Volcanic peaks, steaming geysers & underground wonders With its landscape of hot geysers and bubbling mud pools, Rotorua is a geothermal wonderland. An underground world of limestone caves and glittering glow-worms awaits beneath the forests of Waikato, while the green paddocks will take you to the heart of Middle-Earth. See the evidence of Lake Taupo’s fiery creation by a volcanic eruption and explore the craters of Tongariro National Park.

HOBBITON Get a first-hand insight into life in The Shire in this iconic movie location.

TAMAKI MĀORI VILLAGE Immerse yourself in culture and sample a traditional hangi feast.

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