This tour of the north has it all, stunning scenery, Overlander Train journey, cultural experiences and wine...

Day 1: Auckland - Wellington
Board the Overlander train for a full day journey from Auckland to Wellington. *Please note, over winter the Overlander train schedule is decreased - in this situation an express coach will replace the train. 
Follow the Waikato River southwards, negotiate the Raurimu Spiral, skirt around Mt Ruapehu and then descend from the central plateau to the Kapiti Coast and Wellington. Stay 2 nights in Wellington.

Day 2: In Wellington
A morning tour of the city will take in the Parliament Buildings, Old St Paul's Cathedral, Mt Victoria and an optional ride on the cable car. This afternoon enjoy your  guided tour of Te Papa.

DAY 3: Wellington - Napier
Board your coach and travel via Palmerston North and the Manawatu Gorge to the vineyards of the Hawkes Bay. You will be met and taken on a tour of the vineyards and the Napier district.  Stay 1 night in Napier.

DAY 4: Napier - Rotorua
This morning is free to explore the art deco city. Continue across the Rangitaiki Plains to Lake Taupo then north past the steam fields of Wairakei to Rotorua, steeped in Maori culture and history. Tonight enjoy a Maori Hangi (feast) and concert. Stay 2 nights in Rotorua.

DAY 5: In Rotorua
This morning  see roaring geysers and boiling mud pools at the thermal area, tame trout at the springs and performing sheep and dogs at the Agrodome. Your afternoon is free, there are many activities to enjoy.

DAY 6: Rotorua - Auckland
Travel to Waitomo for a tour of the limestone caves. Cruise below a galaxy of glow-worms. Continue north via Hamilton, alongside the Waikato River to Auckland. You arrive late afternoon.