Auckland to Wellington Tours

What our customers ask about Auckland to Wellington Tours

• What would be an example itinerary between Auckland and Wellington?

  A practical 7-day route from Auckland to Wellington covers New Zealand's key North Island destinations. The journey starts in Auckland before moving to Rotorua for two nights at Distinction Rotorua where travelers can explore geothermal sites and Maori traditions. The route continues to Lake Taupo for water activities then to Tongariro National Park with a stay at Powderhorn Chateau. The trip ends in Wellington where guests often stay at Naumi Wellington. Key stops include the Hobbiton Movie Set traditional hangi feasts and glowworm cave explorations. A recent TourRadar traveler shared: "The adventures immersion of Maori culture and friendships formed were all more than I could've asked for."

• What meals are typically included in Auckland to Wellington tours?

  Tour packages usually cover daily breakfast and select dinners with special focus on cultural meals like the Maori hangi dinner in Rotorua. AAT Kings tours provide 7 breakfasts and 1 feature dinner while G Adventures includes 6 breakfasts and 1 dinner in their package. According to a TourRadar traveler: "The included hangi dinner was a fantastic cultural experience with amazing food."

• What are the most popular activities included in Auckland to Wellington tours?

  Standard tour packages cover visits to the Hobbiton Movie Set traditional Maori hangi dinners Te Puia geothermal valley Huka Falls and guided tours of Auckland and Wellington. Extra activities available for booking include bungy jumping in Taupo white water rafting in Rotorua and tours of the Weta Workshop in Wellington. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The Te Puia geothermal experience and cultural show in Rotorua was definitely a highlight of the trip."

• What type of accommodation can I expect on these tours?

  Tours typically use a mix of 3-4 star properties ranging from established hotel chains to local motels and hostels. Common options include the Holiday Inn Express in Auckland and Ibis in Rotorua. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The accommodation ranged from comfortable hotels to basic hostels with the Copthorne Resort in Bay of Islands being particularly nice."

• How much driving time should I expect between destinations?

  The full route from Auckland to Wellington covers 650km/400 miles with daily drives split into manageable 2-4 hour segments. The Auckland to Rotorua stretch takes about 3 hours while the Rotorua to Taupo portion runs roughly 1.5 hours. TourRadar travelers note: "The drives were scenic and comfortable with regular breaks at interesting locations."

• What's the average price range for an Auckland to Wellington tour?

  Tour costs range from USD 1300-4500 based on duration and what's included. Budget-conscious travelers can book G Adventures' 7-day tour starting at USD 1299. More detailed experiences like AAT Kings' Northern Spotlight tour cost around USD 3275. These prices typically cover lodging transport select meals and main activities.