AUCKLAND

Day 1 - 2

Set between two natural harbours and within a one hour drive from rugged beaches, rainforest and wildlife reserves, Auckland is perfect for those looking to relax yet enjoy the buzzing atmosphere of a big city. Rated as one of the world’s top cities for quality of life, Auckland is a modern hub and offers a warm climate. Visit the the impressive Art Gallery and Auckland Museum to learn about New Zealand’s culture and Maori heritage, before meandering in the city’s multicultural market of Otara or taking a hike up impressive volcanic Mount Eden.

PAIHIA

Day 2 - 5

A small coastal town and the gateway to the Bay of Islands and its beautiful coastal scenery, Paihia also holds an interesting place in the country’s history. Known as the birthplace of New Zealand, the adjacent town is where the Treaty of Waitangi was signed between Maori chiefs and the British Crown in 1840. Join one of the dolphin watching cruises leaving from the harbour and explore the clear blue waters of the Bay of Islands.

AUCKLAND

Day 5 - 7

Set between two natural harbours and within a one hour drive from rugged beaches, rainforest and wildlife reserves, Auckland is perfect for those looking to relax yet enjoy the buzzing atmosphere of a big city. Rated as one of the world’s top cities for quality of life, Auckland is a modern hub and offers a warm climate. Visit the the impressive Art Gallery and Auckland Museum to learn about New Zealand’s culture and Maori heritage, before meandering in the city’s multicultural market of Otara or taking a hike up impressive volcanic Mount Eden.

WHITIANGA

Day 7 - 9

Whitianga is a seaside town in the middle of Mercury Bay on the east side of the Coromandel Peninsula in northern New Zealand. It has a deep water harbour from which cruising boats depart for trips around the scenic Mercury Bay coves and cliffs to Te Whanganui-A-Hei Marine Reserve and its abundant sea-life. The town is on Buffalo Beach and numerous beautiful beaches are nearby. With a permanent population of 5,000, it's the second biggest town on Coromandel Peninsula (after Thames) and the biggest on the east coast of the Peninsula, and hosts a variety of dining and accommodation options.

ROTORUA

Day 9 - 11

The odour of Rotorua’s sulphur-rich air certainly hasn’t stopped the city from becoming popular with tourists, having welcomed visitors for over 100 years. Set on a lake of the same name, the geothermal activity in the area is one of the most concentrated in the world, and mineral deposits line its shores bright orange and green. The naturally hot water lured the Maori to settle here, and the area still holds a large Maori population today making it an excellent spot to experience New Zealand’s culture and tradition.

NAPIER

Day 11 - 12

Much of Napier’s centre was destroyed in the tragic 1931 earthquake, but nowadays the city pays homage to its past and visitors can admire the streets rebuilt with the popular architecture of the time. With one of the most complete collections of Art Deco buildings in the world, Napier even holds an annual Art Deco Festival each February. A vibrant and sunny seaside city with a laid-back and relaxed vibe, visitors can take a stroll through its charming streets and enjoy excellent restaurants and surrounding wineries.

MARTINBOROUGH

Day 12 - 14

Martinborough is a town in the Wairarapa district of New Zealand.

WELLINGTON

Day 14 - 16

Surrounded by hills and a quaint harbour and with steep, winding streets and Victorian era architecture, New Zealand’s buzzing capital has something to offer for everyone. Home to a unique craft beer and coffee culture, as well as a vibrant arts and nightlife scene, the city hosts various festivals in addition to its many theatres, galleries and museums. Be sure to visit the renowned Te Papa museum and admire the city’s colourful rooftops from Mount Victoria before sampling one of Wellington’s excellent restaurants and bars.