The South Island serves cinematic peaks and fjords; the North brings geothermal wonders and Māori warmth. Below is a South-Island road-trip plus an optional North-Island loop if you have extra time.
About this stop: Hot pools, Hobbit holes, and surfing the Pacific.
Suggested itinerary
- Day 1 – Auckland skyline & Waiheke wine tour
- Day 2 – Waitomo glow-worm caves, evening Māori hangi in Rotorua
- Day 3 – Hobbiton Movie Set tour & geothermal spa
- Day 4 – Surf lesson at Raglan; back to Auckland