Volcanic Venture
4 Days and 3 Nights
- Departs from: Auckland
- From: $939
DAY 1 - Auckland - Waitomo - Rotorua
The Bombay Hills signal the end of sprawling city, and the lush Waikato pasturelands take you past Hamilton and on to the Waitomo Caves for a subterranean boat ride under an eerie canopy of lights.
On across the Mamaku Hills to fiery Rotorua. We recommend you attend a fascinating Maori hangi (feast) and concert tonight (optional). Overnight in Rotorua
DAY 2 - Rotorua - Lake Taupo
A half day sightseeing tour is included. You will see roaring geysers, boiling mud pools at the thermal area, tame trout at the springs and performing sheep and dogs at the Agrodome.
This afternoon drive south through exotic forests until you reach the steam fields of Wairakei and Lake Taupo in the centre of the North Island. Overnight at Lake Taupo
DAY 3 - Taupo - Tongariro National Park
This morning a guided tour will take you to the mighty Huka Falls, Wairakei, the Aratiatia Rapids and the Craters of the Moon. In the afternoon you skirt the lake and climb the slopes of Mt Ruapehu, an active volcano. Overnight at Mt Ruapehu.
Day 4 - Tongariro National Park - Auckland or Wellington
The morning is free to explore one of the many short walks available. The park headquarters will advise on routes. In the afternoon board your coach to journey to either Auckland or Wellington (advise when booking), arriving in the evening.
| Prices valid until 30 September 2009. Quoted per person. Please contact us for Self-Drive option prices. | |||
| Tour Pricing | Bronze | Silver | Gold |
| Share Twin | NZ$939 | NZ$1015 | NZ$1110 |
| Single | NZ$1144 | NZ$1348 | NZ$1519 |
| Triple | NZ$892 | NZ$968 | NZ$1015 |
- Auckland to the thermal wonderland of Rotorua, down to beautiful Lake Taupo and then into the mountainous Tongariro National Park for some amazing hiking adventures...
- Waitomo Glow-worm caves
- Whakarewarewa thermal valley
- Rainbow Springs
- Agrodome Farm Show
- Taupo Highlights Tour
- Stay in Tongariro National Park
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(Twin Share)
- Thrifty Tours Recommended Tour Price from
$989.00 - Acrossnz Tour price from
$939.00
(Twin Share)
Thrifty Tours operate EVERY DAY using regular motor coach, train and ferry services
Independent Holidays
- All the advantages of an independent New Zealand holiday combined with the assurances of a well planned, pre-booked itinerary at a very reasonable cost.
Flexible Itineraries
- Our New Zealand coach tours can be adapted or extended according to your requirements.
- If you do not find a Thrifty Tour that suits you, just ask us to provide you with a personalised coach touring holiday.
Daily Departures
- Thrifty Tours operate EVERY DAY using regular motor coach, train and ferry services.
- We arrange your transportation, hotel or motel accommodation and essential sightseeing.
Transfers Included
- Transfers between your transport and accommodation are provided as part of your Thrifty Tour
