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Northern Splendour (Self-Drive)
Auckland - Waitomo - Hobbiton - Rotorua - Napier - Wellington

Duration: 7 Days 6 Nights
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Highlights:

  • Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring earth forces, geothermal wonders, lush forested landscapes, captivating Art Deco architecture, and picturesque valleys with our North Island Vacation Package in New Zealand.

  • Experience a diverse range of landscapes on this comprehensive North Island itinerary. For a truly complete New Zealand adventure, consider combining it with your preferred South Island tour.

 

Package Price (per person):

Travel period: 20 Dec 2025 - 30 Sep 2026

Self drive: Compact SUV (CFAR/CFAW) 

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Pax 

Single 

Twin 

Triple 

Single 

Twin 

Triple 

Single 

Twin 

Triple 

1 

MYR 8360 

 

 

MYR 9315 

 

 

MYR 9815 

 

 

2 

MYR 6855 

MYR 4610 

 

MYR 7805 

MYR 5085 

 

MYR 8465 

MYR 5370 

 

3 

MYR 6355 

MYR 4105 

MYR 3755 

MYR 7305 

MYR 4585 

MYR 4045 

MYR 8015 

MYR 4920 

MYR 4185

Breakfast 

MYR 525 

MYR 555 

MYR 585

Self drive: Intermediate SUV (IFAR) 

Hotel type 

Standard Hotels 

Superior Hotels 

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Pax 

Single 

Twin 

Triple 

Single 

Twin 

Triple 

Single 

Twin 

Triple 

1 

MYR 8670 

 

 

MYR 9625 

 

 

MYR 9980

 

 

2 

MYR 7010 

MYR 4765 

 

MYR 7960

MYR 5240 

 

MYR 8545

MYR 5455

 

3 

MYR 6455 

MYR 4210 

MYR 3860

MYR 7410 

MYR 4685 

MYR 4145 

MYR 8070

MYR 4975

MYR 4240

4 

MYR 6180

MYR 3935

MYR 3580 

MYR 7130

MYR 4410 

MYR 3870 

MYR 7830

MYR 4735

MYR 4000

Breakfast 

MYR 525 

MYR 555 

MYR 585 

Self drive: Full Size SUV (FFAR) 

Hotel type 

Standard Hotels 

Superior Hotels 

First Class Hotels 

Pax 

Single 

Twin 

Triple 

Single 

Twin 

Triple 

Single 

Twin 

Triple 

1 

MYR 9435

 

 

MYR 10385

 

 

MYR 11200

 

 

2 

MYR 7390

MYR 5145 

 

MYR 8345 

MYR 5620 

 

MYR 9155 

MYR 6060 

 

3 

MYR 6710 

MYR 4465 

MYR 4115 

MYR 7665

MYR 4940 

MYR 4400 

MYR 8475 

MYR 5380 

MYR 4645

4 

MYR 6370 

MYR 4125 

MYR 3770 

MYR 7320 

MYR 4600 

MYR 4060 

MYR 8135 

MYR 5040 

MYR 4305

Breakfast 

MYR 525 

MYR 555 

MYR 585 

Self drive: Premium 8 Seater (PVAR) 

Hotel type 

Standard Hotels 

Superior Hotels 

First Class Hotels 

Pax 

Single 

Twin 

Triple 

Single 

Twin 

Triple 

Single 

Twin 

Triple 

4 

MYR 6560 

MYR 4315 

MYR 3965 

MYR 7515

MYR 4790 

MYR 4250 

MYR 8325 

MYR 5230 

MYR 4495 

5 

MYR 6320 

MYR 4075 

MYR 3720 

MYR 7270 

MYR 4550 

MYR 4010 

MYR 8080 

MYR 4990 

MYR 4255

6 

MYR 6155 

MYR 3910 

MYR 3560

MYR 7110 

MYR 4385 

MYR 3845 

MYR 7920 

MYR 4830 

MYR 4095

7 

MYR 6040

MYR 3795 

MYR 3445

MYR 6995 

MYR 4270 

MYR 3730 

MYR 7805 

MYR 4710 

MYR 3980

Breakfast 

MYR 525 

MYR 555 

MYR 585 


*Optional breakfast add-on for the duration of this tour

 

Remark:

  1. Pricing is subject to availability at the time of booking and may be subject to Event surcharges.  
  2. A final price will be confirmed with the booking confirmation. 
  3. Amendments: Once a booking has been confirmed, one amendment is permitted without charge. 
    Subsequent amendments will incur a fee of NZD150 per file. Amendments made within 7 days of travel will incur a charge of NZD250 per file.
  4. Cancellation within 14 days of arrival will incur the loss of deposit.
  5. Cancellation within 7 days of arrival will incur a 100% charge of the total price
  6. Certain products, such as luxury accommodation, may have different payment or cancellation terms and these will be advised at the time of booking.
  7. Refunds are not available on any unused services unless extenuating circumstances apply in which case the decision will be made by the service supplier.  Please appreciate weather interruptions are beyond everyone's control but we will do what ever possible to find the most suitable solution.
    Accommodation is based on a room with private facilities unless otherwise indicated and Kiwiway reserves the right to allocate the applicable accommodation provider within each accommodation category type.
  8. Generally up to two children under 12 years, sharing a room in existing bedding with parents may travel at 50% of the adult cost.
  9. Meals: Unless specifically mentioned, meals are not included in the tour price.
  10. Rental vehicle hire: Self drive rental vehicle touring is calculated on a 24 hour ‘per day’ hire period.  Early flight arrival and/or late departure times may necessitate an additional hire day.
  11. International or domestic airfares are not included in any tour costs. The cost of gratuities, insurance, optional sightseeing, excess baggage charges, laundry, drinks, airport taxes, meals (except where indicated) and items of a personal nature are also not included.
  12. Travel Period: Now until 30 Sep 2026

 

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Day 1
Arrive Auckland
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Upon arrival, collect your rental vehicle and self drive to your accommodation.  

Auckland is New Zealand's largest city, located between two harbours with gentle sandy shores on the east coast and black sand, wild surf beaches on the west coast. Home to sheltered, sparkling blue waters dotted with beautiful emerald islands, we recommend getting out on the water when you are here.  Overnight: Auckland

OPTIONAL ACTIVITES
Auckland Zoo General Admission
Sky Tower
Orbit Restaurant Sky Tower
Auckland Harbour Sailing

Day 2
Auckland - Waitomo - Hobbiton - Rotorua
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Journey through the rolling green hills of Waitomo and enjoy a tour through an underground wonderland of caves decorated with galaxies of glowworms. Continue to Matamata for a charming tour of unique, character Hobbit homes, gardens and the watering hole just as you see in the movies. Finishing off a visually fulfilling day, continue on to Rotorua, a bubbling and steaming destination like nowhere else. Overnight: Rotorua

Auckland-Waitomo: 195km (approx 2hrs, 30mins)
Waitomo-Matamata: 102km (approx 1hr, 20mins)
Matamata-Rotorua: 67km (approx 55mins)

INCLUDED ACTIVITES
Waitomo Glowworm Caves Guided Tour
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour

OPTIONAL ACTIVITES
Secret Spot Hot Tubs

Day 3
Rotorua
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Rotorua is surrounded by a fascinating geothermal landscape with its unique steam vents, spouting geysers and bubbling mud pool set alongside freshwater lakes and majestic native forests. It is also a region immersed in fascinating Maori myths and legends. Today you'll visit one of the local geothermal attractions before a sensory evening display in the forest. Overnight: Rotorua

INCLUDED ACTIVITES
Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland
Redwoods Nightlights

OPTIONAL ACTIVITES
Skyline Gondola Ride & 3 Luge
National Kiwi Hatchery Tour

Day 4
Rotorua - Napier
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There’s a bit of everything on today’s drive past Great Lake Taupo to Napier.    Your scenic journey includes volcanic geography, fresh forest plantations, rugged hills, beautiful valleys, gentle plains and huge vistas.  Overnight: Napier

Rotorua - Napier: 220km (approx 2hrs, 55mins)

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Huka Falls

Day 5
Napier
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Following an earthquake in 1931, a rebuild saw Napier completely redesigned in the style of the times.  Buildings were constructed in the Art Deco style with Maori motifs to give the city a unique New Zealand character.  Today, the delightful seaside city of Napier has the extra-ordinary feeling of a time capsule with its seamless line of some of the world's finest 1930's architecture. Enjoy a guided tour of Napier's unique history and architecture. Overnight: Napier

INCLUDED ACTIVITES
Art Deco Morning Walk

OPTIONAL ACTIVITES
Panoramic Taste of Wine Tour
Gannet Safaris Overland Tour

Day 6
Napier - Wellington
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Today's travel south may be via the spectacular Manawatu Gorge or through the beautiful Tuki Tuki Valley and Wairarapa Wine region to reach Wellington.

Set between a sparking harbour and rolling green hills the compact city of Wellington is best explored on foot.  Great shopping, arts culture, cafes and restaurants are all within minutes of the city’s untouched nature spots.  We recommend adding a  guided tour of  Te Papa, New Zealand's National Museum for a greater insight into New Zealand's rich history and culture. Overnight: Wellington

Napier - Wellington: 320km (approx 4hrs, 20mins)

OPTIONAL ACTIVITES
Introducing Te Papa Guided Tour 60min
Zealandia by Night Tour
Wellington Cable Car Return Trip

Day 7
Depart Wellington
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Arrangements conclude today with the return of your rental car to Wellington Airport.

Please Note 
(i) Rental Car "Days" are based on a 24 hour hire.  
Early arrivals into and/or late departures out of New Zealand may necessitate a longer hire period.
(ii) Adding Optional Tours may necessitate an additional nights' stay in that location.
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Starts from

MYR 3755

Per person

Includes

  • 6 Day Rental Car Hire with zero or reduced excess liability
  • 6 Nights Accommodation
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves
  • Hobbiton Movie Set
  • Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland
  • Redwoods Treewalk Nightlights
  • Art Deco Guided Tour

Excludes

  • Return Airfare and airport taxes
  • Meals
  • Incidental bills and other personal expenses
  • Additional beverages
  • Services of the local guide
  • Porterages
  • Tours NOT mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Travel Insurance 
  • NZ ETA Fee
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