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Bay of Islands – Wellington

 
Overview
Day 1
Paihia to Whangarei
Day 2
Whangarei to Auckland
Day 3
Auckland to Whitianga
Day 4
Whitianga to Tauranga
Day 5
Tauranga to Rotorua
Day 6
Rotorua to Napier
Day 7
Napier to Wellington
 

Overview

Start Paihia / Finish Wellington
Recommended Length: 7 Days
Distance: 1275 km (797 miles)

This grand tour of the North Island takes you from New Zealand’s first capital to our current capital. In the Bay of Islands you can enjoy historical sites and water-based activities before you browse the beautiful east coast beaches en route to the urban pleasures of Auckland city. Coromandel and the Bay of Plenty provide an interesting mix of relaxed beach lifestyle and creative culture, while Rotorua and Taupo will feed your fascination for the unusual with geothermal and Maori attractions. Napier and Martinborough provide gourmet food and wine experiences on your way to the unique cultural attractions of Wellington.


 

 

Route Summary

   
  Travel time:   Km/Miles
Day 1
Paihia to Whangarei
1 hr  71/44
Day 2
Whangarei to Auckland
2.25 hrs  162/101
Day 3
Auckland to Whitianga
2.5 hrs  212/133
Day 4
Whitianga to Tauranga
2.25 hrs  168/105
Day 5
Tauranga to Rotorua
1 hr  82/51
Day 6
Rotorua to Napier
2.75 hrs  220/138
Day 7
Napier to Wellington
5 hrs  360/225
Totals for Driving Route 16.75 hrs  1275/797

 

 
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