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8 Day Thermal Explorer

Discover another world as you journey deep into the heart of New Zealand’s North Island along the Thermal Explorer Highway.

5 (3 reviews)
Itinerary by Louise Bilbie

Overview

price from 1,645 AUD per person (twin share)
duration 8 days and 7 nights
you will visit Auckland, Rotorua, Taupō, National Park, Hamilton
North Island

Itinerary

Welcome to the Thermal Explorer Highway. Witness Rotorua’s mighty geysers, feel the thrill of a jetboat ride through the raging waters, and explore the famous Waitomo Caves filled with limestone formations & luminescent glowworms.

Inclusions

  • 8 days car rental in a Compact SUV Mitsubishi ASX or similar
  • 7 nights accommodation
  • Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
  • Whakarewarewa Village Tour & Geothermal Trail
  • Taupō Classic Combo - Huka Jet & Chris Jolly Cruise
  • Waitomo Caves Tour
price from 1,645 AUD per person (twin share)
Travel Dates Price From
20 Dec 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 1,779 AUD
01 Apr - 30 Sep 2025 1,645 AUD
01 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1,728 AUD

Rental Car

  • 8 days car hire in a Compact SUV Mitsubishi ASX or similar
  • Unlimited kms and vehicle insurance (excess applies)
  • Auckland pick up & drop off

Reviews

5/5 (3 reviews)
Latest Reviews
Australia
5 /5 Apr 2025

Rana was super helpful in customising our trip, adding in locations and extra days here and there. The inclusions were standout activities and left time for us to add other activities as we went.

Australia
5 /5 Jan 2025

The ony gripe I have about the whole trip is regarding the first hotel. The hotel itself was fine, but we discovered that as it was in the centre of Auckand it had no provision for parking. Considering we were on a self drive holiday this was pretty frustrating trying to then find somewhere to park where it was allowed. We ended up having to park in a parking station overnight which cost us $65. For one night! People should also be aware that some of the accommodations were on upper floors and not all had elevators, so be prepared for the fact you may be lugging your suitcase etc up and down flights of stairs. Other than these things, it was a great trip and we really enjoyed it.

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Australia
5 /5 Sep 2024

The tour we selected was a perfect experience for our first trip to New Zealand, and was made easy with all the bookings made for us. Sally was happy to adjust to suit our requirements (including extending our car hire for private travel). Excellent value for money and the accommodation was of a high standard. We plan to use New Zealand Holidays for our next trip across the ditch.

Terms & Conditions

Package price is based on twin share and is priced in Australian Dollars. Pricing is correct at the time of submission but is subject to change without notice. Valid for travel from 01 Apr to 22 Sep 25. Car hire is with Ezi Car Rentals and subject to an excess at time of collection. Blackout periods may apply. Surcharges may apply over special event periods and over school holidays. Inclusions are subject to change based on operational capabilities. For more information about the above package please quote package code NZH258DTE

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Terms & Conditions

Package price is based on twin share and is priced in Australian Dollars. Pricing is correct at the time of submission but is subject to change without notice. Valid for travel from 01 Apr to 22 Sep 25. Car hire is with Ezi Car Rentals and subject to an excess at time of collection. Blackout periods may apply. Surcharges may apply over special event periods and over school holidays. Inclusions are subject to change based on operational capabilities. For more information about the above package please quote package code NZH258DTE

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