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New Zealand Northern Trail (Northbound)

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New Zealand Northern Trail (Northbound)

As far as road trips go, it doesn’t get much better than this. Beginning in New Zealand’s creative capital city Wellington, spend 10-days discovering the best of the North Island with a local leader at the wheel. Explore the ethereal landscapes of Tongariro National Park, tuck into a hangi dinner with a Maori community in Rotorua, hang out or hang ten in relaxed Raglan, stretch out on the beaches of the Coromandel Peninsula and wrap things up in Auckland City. From stunning sights that stop you in your tracks to celebrations of the island’s Maori culture, this North Island adventure is sure to excite, educate and inspire.

Activities
  • Wellington - Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Taupo - Huka Falls
  • Rotorua - Redwood Forest Canopy Walk
  • Rotorua - Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
  • Rotorua - Pohutu Geyser
  • Rotorua - Hangi Dinner & Haka Dance
  • Raglan - Fish & Chips Dinner
  • Raglan - Sunset Boat Cruise
  • Waitomo - Ruakuri Bush Walk
  • Coromandel Peninsula - Cathedral Cove
  • Coromandel Peninsula - Hot Water Beach
Highlights
  • Begin your journey in New Zealand’s creative and cosmopolitan capital, Wellington. Your local leader will show you the best of the city, including Weta Workshop of Lord of the Rings fame.
  • Admire the out of this world landscapes of Tongariro National Park, from emerald green lakes to soaring volcanic peaks. If you’re up for the challenge, tackle the famous Tongariro Crossing.
  • Discover the diversity of Rotorua, from unbelievable geothermal activity to rich Maori culture. Visit a Maori village for a hangi dinner and traditional haka performance.
  • Hang out or hang ten in Raglan, a laidback town and surfing hotspot. Hop aboard a boat cruise around Raglan to watch the sunset and tuck into a classic Kiwi fish and chips dinner.
  • Soak up the natural beauty of the Coromandel Peninsula, including a visit to Hot Water Beach, where all you need is a spade to create your own natural hot tub.
Interests
  • Adventure and Active
  • Rail Tours
9 Nights Starting At
October 06, 2025 through November 14, 2025
Book by:
November 10, 2025 7:00 PM
Various departures
Itinerary Map
Itinerary Overview
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Rotorua/ Hobbiton set
Day 6
Day 7
Waitomo / Raglan
Day 8
Raglan / Coromandel Peninsula
Day 10
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9 Nights from $3,565.00 (USD) Per Person
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November 10, 2025 7:00 PM
9 Nights from $3,450.00 (USD) Per Person
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February 12, 2025 7:00 PM
9 Nights from $3,460.00 (USD) Per Person
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April 16, 2025 7:00 PM
9 Nights from $3,430.00 (USD) Per Person
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August 21, 2025 7:00 PM
9 Nights from $3,705.00 (USD) Per Person
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March 20, 2026 7:00 PM
9 Nights from $3,565.00 (USD) Per Person
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May 08, 2026 7:00 PM
9 Nights from $3,430.00 (USD) Per Person
Various departures
September 04, 2026 7:00 PM
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We've been taking travellers around the globe and connecting people from all walks of life since 1989.

That's over 30 years of adventures, visiting new places and old friends, and countless, unforgettable moments. More than 30 years of changing the way people see the world on small group trips with like-minded explorers and a local leader to show you around.

But to us, it's about more than just seeing the world, it's about experiencing it. It's about feeling its pulse and the shared rhythms of Intrepid people all over the world. To be Intrepid is far more than a lust for travel, we're an antidote to loneliness. We connect people to the heartbeat of adventure and the soul of the planet.

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