Hidden North Island

This 11 day tour starts in Auckland and finishes in Auckland.

Ditch the crowds for the rugged beauty of the "Forgotten World" and the volcanic wilderness of the Central Plateau. This is a journey for those who seek the extraordinary, where days are spent rafting underground rivers and hiking alpine peaks, and nights are spent in secluded cottages and forest lodges. From the black sands of Raglan to the sacred echoes of Whirinaki, discover the side of New Zealand that most travellers never see.

Accommodation type on this tour is: Glamping & Cabins.

Rental car insurance included

Rental car inclusions: Unlimited kilometres,airport/ferry terminal fees, additional drivers.

This tour can be customised to suit you precisely - just request here.

This tour also features:

Included activity: The Visitor Promise - Cultural Learning Course

Included activity: Electronic Travel Guide and In-Country Support App

Included activity: Private Transfer Auckland Airport to your Auckland Accommodation with Tourcorp

Included activity: White Water Rafting the Kaituna River with Rotorua Rafting

Included activity: Ferry from Auckland to Rangitoto Island and return with Fullers

Included activity: Private tour and picnic for two in Hamilton Gardens

Included activity: The Legendary Black Water Rafting Company - the Black Abyss

Included activity: Rail River Combo with Forgotten World

Included activity: Sky Waka Gondola Sightseeing Trip with Whakapapa

Included activity: 1 Day Tongariro Guided Crossing with Adrift

Included activity: Huka Falls Jet Boat Ride

Included activity: Kohutapu Lodge & Whirinaki Forest Footsteps

Included activity: Starlight Gourmet Kayak Tour with Waimarino

10 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 1 special dinner

Itinerary summary for: Hidden North Island

Day 1: Welcome to Auckland, Tamaki Makaurau
Accommodation: The Hotel Britomart Auckland

Day 2: Rangitoto Island Exploration
Accommodation: The Hotel Britomart Auckland

Day 3: Private Gardens & Coastal Glamping in Raglan
Accommodation: Luna Cottage

Day 4: Glowworms, Caving & Rural Retreats
Accommodation: Omaka Lodge

Day 5: Riding the Rails through the Forgotten World
Accommodation: Omaka Lodge

Day 6: Into the Heart of Tongariro National Park
Accommodation: Plateau Lodge

Day 7: Conquering the Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Accommodation: Plateau Lodge

Day 8: Thundering Falls & An Evening of Shared Stories
Accommodation: Kohutapu Lodge

Day 9: Forest Trails & A Kayak Under the Stars
Accommodation: Kohutapu Lodge

Day 10: Thrills & Chills
Accommodation: Kohutapu Lodge

Day 11: Northward Journey & Farewell Aotearoa, New Zealand