Copy - Hidden North Island
Ditch the crowds for the rugged beauty of the "Forgotten World" and the volcanic wilderness of the Central Plateau. This is a journey for those who seek the extraordinary, where days are spent rafting underground rivers and hiking alpine peaks, and nights are spent in secluded cottages and forest lodges. From the black sands of Raglan to the sacred echoes of Whirinaki, discover the side of New Zealand that most travellers never see.
North Island Self Drive
This suggested tour costs from NZD$0 per person (twin share, low season)
Starts in Auckland, finishes in Auckland
1 days/0 nights
Glamping & Cabins
Rental car included
This North Island Self Drive tour includes (customisable):
Day 1: Rangitoto Island Exploration
Accommodation: The Hotel Britomart Auckland
Perched on the edge of a large natural harbour, New Zealand's ‘City of Sails’ offers the best of both worlds. Sandy beaches, native bush and lush rainforests give way to a vibrant urban culture. Spend time in the Viaduct Harbour, try your hand at sailing an America’s Cup Yacht or take the ferry to nearby Waiheke Island for a gourmet food and wine experience. Venture to the top of Auckland's highest volcano, Mt Eden, for soaring views of the Hauraki Gulf or hop on the short ferry to Rangitoto Island and hike to the top of the volcanic island. Immerse yourself in nature at the expansive Auckland Botanic Gardens, sprawled across 156 acres of native forest, pack a picnic, soak up the sunshine, and enjoy the birdsong. Head up to the Sky Tower, standing over 300m tall, and have a meal in the 360-degree revolving restaurant. Scale the outermost perimeter of the Harbour Bridge or test your stomach with a bungy jump, then end your day on Ponsonby Road sampling upmarket culinary delights.
Your accommodation: The Hotel Britomart Auckland
Soulful, smart and contemporary, The Hotel Britomart welcomes guests to Britomart, the vibrant centre of downtown waterfront Auckland. Still and calm, the rooms and suites at The Hotel Britomart pair simple elegance with the luxury of tactile materials. The Hotel Britomart is at the centre of a dynamic nine-block precinct of plant-lined streets, historic warehouses and the city’s best shopping and eating.
