Day 3: Coromandel to Rotorua
This morning walk along the cliffs and down to Cathedral Cove, a location you may recognise from the Chronicles of Narnia. With perfect beaches and massive rock arches and columns, it’s one of the most popular spots in the Coromandel.
Alternatively, take an optional guided Cathedral Cove kayak trip and check out the stunning coastline from a different vista point, accompanied by a local dolphin or two if you’re lucky!
The North Island Volcanic Plateau covers much of central North Island, however Rotorua is exceptional for its geothermal activity. With striking neon blue and red lakes, steaming rivers, active volcanoes and geysers galore, there are more unique natural wonders to be found in Rotorua than most places in the world.
Later this afternoon we head towards Rotorua, stopping off at Matamata – the famous ‘Home of Hobbiton’. Much to the delight of Lord of the Rings fans, a guided visit awaits us at the Hobbiton Movie Set which is an absolute must-do when visiting NZ. On this fully guided tour of the 12 acre Middle-earth movie set you will see Hobbit Holes, the Mill, and you can even enjoy a drink at the Green Dragon Inn!
INCLUDED
Breakfast
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Cathedral Cove Kayaking
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
- Day 1: Auckland to Auckland
- Day 2: Auckland to Coromandel
- Day 3: Coromandel to Rotorua
- Day 4: Rotorua to Rotorua
- Day 5: Rotorua to Murupara
- Day 6: Murupara to Taupō
- Day 7: Taupō to Taupō
- Day 8: Taupō to Wellington
- Day 9: Wellington to Kaikōura
- Day 10: Kaikōura to Christchurch
- Day 11: Christchurch to Christchurch
- Day 12: Christchurch to Mackenzie Country
- Day 13: Mackenzie Country to Queenstown
- Day 14: Queenstown to Queenstown
- Day 15: Queenstown to Wanaka
- Day 16: Wanaka to Franz Josef
- Day 17: Franz Josef to Franz Josef
- Day 18: Franz Josef to Christchurch
- Day 19: null