Day 1 – Auckland to Coromandel Peninsula
Drive to one of the North Island’s coastal wonders with its dense forests, mountainous terrain, and…
North Island Natural Wonders
5 day Self Drive – from £550
With flights from £1750
Discover stunning natural beauty and amazing thermal wonders in one fascinating tour of central North Island.
Highlights:
- Witness the otherworldly landscapes of Rotorua’s thermal region
- Immerse yourself in the vibrant and multicultural city of Auckland
- Discover the rich heritage of Coromandel
- Take a scenic drive through the mountains of Tongariro National Park
- Enjoy the serenity of Lake Taupo
Your Itinerary
Expand AllYou can customise your New Zealand Self Drive holiday by adding extra nights or destinations. Just let us know what you would like to do.
Drive to one of the North Island’s coastal wonders with its dense forests, mountainous terrain, and spectacular sea views. Relax in the natural warm waters of Hot Water Beach, or admire the region’s diverse flora and fauna along its many walking trails.
Auckland > Coromandel Peninsula | 160 kms
Pauanui Pines Motor Lodge
Day 2 to 3 – Rotorua
Journey through the natural thermal region of the Bay of Plenty en route to Rotorua for…
Journey through the natural thermal region of the Bay of Plenty en route to Rotorua for a relaxed two night stay. Visit one of the many thermal reserves and marvel at their bubbling mud pools, erupting geysers and cascading silicon falls.
Coromandel Peninsula > Rotorua | 220 kms
Sudima Hotel Lake Rotorua
Day 4 – Tongariro National Park
Continuing through this thermal active region along the shore of Lake Taupo, formed as a result…
Continuing through this thermal active region along the shore of Lake Taupo, formed as a result of one of the greatest volcanic eruptions recorded. You will head towards the beautiful mountainous region of Tongariro National Park, famed for the Tongariro Crossing Walk.
Rotorua > Tongariro National Park | 185 kms
Skotel Alpine Resort
Day 5 – Farewell from Auckland
Return to Auckland, with the option of stopping via the Waitomo Caves, home to the famous…
Return to Auckland, with the option of stopping via the Waitomo Caves, home to the famous glowworms which line the underground cavern.
Tongariro National Park > Auckland | 345 kms
Your Itinerary
You can customise your New Zealand Self Drive holiday by adding extra nights or destinations. Just let us know what you would like to do.
Day 1
| Auckland to Coromandel Peninsula
Drive to one of the North Island’s coastal wonders with its dense forests, mountainous terrain, and spectacular sea views. Relax in the natural warm waters of Hot Water Beach, or admire the region’s diverse flora and fauna along its many walking trails.
Auckland > Coromandel Peninsula | 160 kms
Pauanui Pines Motor Lodge
Day 2 to 3
| Rotorua
Journey through the natural thermal region of the Bay of Plenty en route to Rotorua for a relaxed two night stay. Visit one of the many thermal reserves and marvel at their bubbling mud pools, erupting geysers and cascading silicon falls.
Coromandel Peninsula > Rotorua | 220 kms
Sudima Hotel Lake Rotorua
Day 4
| Tongariro National Park
Continuing through this thermal active region along the shore of Lake Taupo, formed as a result of one of the greatest volcanic eruptions recorded. You will head towards the beautiful mountainous region of Tongariro National Park, famed for the Tongariro Crossing Walk.
Rotorua > Tongariro National Park | 185 kms
Skotel Alpine Resort
Day 5
| Farewell from Auckland
Return to Auckland, with the option of stopping via the Waitomo Caves, home to the famous glowworms which line the underground cavern.
Tongariro National Park > Auckland | 345 kms
This Self Drive Includes
4 nights accommodation
4 nights car hire, with unlimited kilometers
Flights & More
With FREEDOM, you can book your North Island Natural Wonders self drive and flights together, as an ATOL protected package. Our Travel Experts can find the best priced Economy, Premium or Business Class flights for you.
You can also personalise your holiday. Why not add:
- An upgrade to deluxe hotels from £525
Next Step
Please get in touch with our New Zealand Experts to start planning your holiday. You’ll have a single point of contact from your first enquiry through booking.
North Island Natural Wonders
5 day Self Drive – from £550
With flights from £1750
All prices are per person and based on two sharing a double or twin room. Price shown based on low season travel from May to September, subject to availability. Hotels specified are subject to availability and may be substituted by one of a similar or higher standard. Supplements will apply if alternative hotels are booked.
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