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NORTH ISLAND

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Many travelers begin their North Island vacation in Auckland, New Zealand's largest city. Built around volcanoes, this cosmopolitan city offers fine dining, lively nightlife, and numerous parks. At the northern tip of the island, Ninety Mile Beach beckons beachgoers with a seemingly endless stretch of sandy beach. And for wine enthusiasts, a visit to award-winning wineries in Hawke's Bay is a must.

Most Popular Things to Do in North Island

  • Sail on sparkling Auckland Harbour
  • Experience the Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley and the Pohutu Geyser
  • Explore the Auckland Museum
  • A garden lover’s paradise, visit some of the region’s best landscapes
  • Check out the view of Hauraki Gulf from the Sky Tower

Rotorua

Head to the geothermal land of Rotorua.Visit Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve and Te Puia, tour Mount Tarawera and the Buried Village, or enjoy a swim at the Polynesian Spa.

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Napier

One of New Zealand’s most important wine districts, Hawke’s Bay in Napier is is just southeast of Auckland. Dine on sumptuous cuisine pared with the finest wines or enjoy championship golf.

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Bay of Islands

Head north to the Bay of Islands on your New Zealand vacation. Enjoy world-class golf and a range of other activities, such as hiking, spa, beaches, mountain biking, or exploring the working sheep farm.

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Auckland

Travel today to Auckland, the City of Sails. Spend the afternoon exploring or soaking up the sun at a café in the America’s Cup Village. This modern city with an unbelievable lifestyle has something for everyone.

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Wellington

Discover New Zealand’s capital, Wellington. Take a guided tour of the national Te Papa Museum, enjoy specialist gourmet food stores, or partake in a tour of the Lord of the Rings filming locations.

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    Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
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    Nature Day Tour - The Wicked West Tour
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    Rosewood Kauri Cliffs
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    Kahukiwi Experiences Luxury 4WD 3hour Guided Maori Tour
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    Jet Boat Ride Tour in Bay of Islands
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    Wellington Scenic Farm Tour
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    Auckland Lights - City Night Tour
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    Taupo Day Trip with Orakei Korako from Rotorua
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    Electric Boats to explore Kerikeri river
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    Wellington Scavenger Hunt: Cultural Capital