The Volcanic Centre self drive tour

This 8 day tour starts in Auckland and finishes in Auckland.

A tour through the heart of the North Island highlighting its incredible diversity. Experience the rich culture of Rotorua and its volcanic past and present with a trip by helicopter to Mt Tarawera. Visit Taupo, the largest lake in New Zealand and then the North Island's World Heritage area of Tongariro National Park. The tour finishes with a visit to the world famous Waitomo Glow Worm Caves and Aranui Cave before heading back to Auckland.

Accommodation type on this tour is: Motels.

Rental car insurance included

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

Tour pack: Includes detailed driving instructions, maps, guide books and much more.

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

This tour also features:

Included activity: Private Transfer Auckland Airport to Auckland accommodation with Tourcorp

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

Included activity: Te Pā Tū Evening Maori Cultural Experience - Dinner Included

Included activity: Mount Tarawera & Orakei Korako Thermal Explorer by Helicopter

Included activity: Huka Falls Jet Boat Ride

Included activity: Waitomo and Aranui Caves tour Combo

Included activity: Auckland Sky Tower Admission

1 special dinner

Itinerary summary for: The Volcanic Centre self drive tour

Day 1: Arrive into Auckland the 'City of Sails'
Accommodation: Sudima Auckland City

Day 2: Drive south through the rich fertile farmland of the Waikato and maybe stop at Hobbiton Village on your way to Rotorua
Accommodation: Silver Fern Suites & Spa

Day 3: Take a fantastic scenic flight to the surreal volcanic area of Mt Tarawera, here you'll land and get to explore
Accommodation: Silver Fern Suites & Spa

Day 4: A short drive along the Geothermal Highway to Lake Taupo
Accommodation: Beechtree Motel

Day 5: Skirt the edge of Lake Taupo and cross the Desert Road to Tongariro National Park
Accommodation: Skotel Alpine Resort

Day 6: Head north through the King Country to the limestone caves of Waitomo
Accommodation: Palm Court Motel Otorohanga

Day 7: Return to Auckland, where you'll have time to catch up on anything you missed when you arrived
Accommodation: Sudima Auckland City

Day 8: Depart Auckland