Boardwalk and steaming volcanic scenery in Rotorua New Zealand

Rotorua, Waitomo & New Plymouth Holidays

Rotorua, Waitomo, and New Plymouth holidays offer stunning scenery and a diverse range of activities. This central part of the North Island is renowned for its natural wonders, cultural experiences, and ever-changing landscapes.

From the dramatic volcanic slopes of Mount Taranaki to the rich Maori heritage and geothermal activity of Rotorua, the region is packed with highlights. Nearby Waitomo is world-famous for its magical glowworm caves, while fans of The Lord of the Rings can enjoy a visit to the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set in Matamata, a must-see attraction for many visitors.

Offering some of New Zealand’s most popular sights, these wonderful destinations are easy to combine with wider North Island itineraries and are the perfect addition to your New Zealand experience.

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and our expert travel consultants are a mine of information about what to do here, often with first-hand travel experience. Whether you want to explore New Zealand on a fly drive holiday, aboard the famous TranzAlpine railway, a sociable guided group tour, or are looking for advice on how to combine New Zealand with Australia or the Pacific– they are the perfect people to ask.

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OUR HOLIDAYS TO ROTORUA, WAITOMO & NEW PLYMOUTH

Here’s a snapshot of some of our most popular New Zealand holidays. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, click on the link below them to see our complete range of holidays and tours in the destination.

New Zealand Wonderland

Luxury Guided Group Journey
17 days / 16 nights

Explore New Zealand’s highlights over 17 days, from north to south.

Guide Price: €8,669 £7,195 pp

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North Island Highlights

Fly Drive Holiday
18 days / 17 nights

From exciting Auckland to the cultured capital of Wellington, via beautiful coastal towns and fabulous vineyards and accompanied by stunning scenery along the way, this varied journey encompasses the main highlights of the beautiful North Island.

Guide Price: €5,549 £4,229 pp

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Best of New Zealand

Fly Drive Holiday
24 days / 23 nights

Covering both North and South Island highlights, this journey showcases the best of what this magnificent country has to offer.

Guide Price: €7,179 £5,599 pp

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North Island Less Travelled

Fly Drive Holiday
8 days / 7 nights

Ideal for second time visitors and intrepid road-trippers, the scenic north west coast is a haven for nature lovers and rewards those who travel here with stunning rural scenery.

Guide Price: €1,879 £1,599 pp

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Kia Ora New Zealand

Motorhome
22 days / 21 nights

A motorhome holiday is a wonderful way to explore the contrasting landscapes of New Zealand.

Guide Price: €4,249 £3,199 pp

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Unique & Boutique New Zealand

Fly Drive Holiday
27 days / 26 nights

Thoughtfully picked for their character, intimate size and warm bespoke service, this unforgettable journey pairs New Zealand’s iconic sights with its most charming and memorable properties.

Guide Price: €9,849 £8,049 pp

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WHERE TO GO IN ROTORUA, WAITOMO & NEW PLYMOUTH

Each area of the fantastic region boasts its own attractions and each merits a visit in its own right.

Take a look at the tiles below the region map for more details on each destination. Alternatively, if you are looking for some inspiration, give us a call and speak to one of our expert travel consultants to start planning your New Zealand holiday.

Rotorua

Experience the bubbling mud pools and erupting geysers of iconic Rotorua, relax in geothermal hot springs. This natural wonderland is famous for Maori history; learn about the fascinating culture of the region at the traditional Maori villages, where you can witness the haka ceremony.

Waitomo

Beneath the rolling green hills of Waitomo lies an extensive underground cave network, lit by thousands of glittering glowworms.

New Plymouth

Just a short drive from the laidback town of New Plymouth, marvel at the spectacular volcanic peak of Mount Taranaki in Egmont National Park. The Pouakai Circuit day hike in the National Park is ideal for getting a photo of Mount Taranaki perfectly reflected in clear lake waters.

OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS IN ROTORUA, WAITOMO & NEW PLYMOUTH

We feature a great range of accommodation in Rotorua, Waitomo & New Plymouth, with something to suit all budgets. Maybe you’re looking for luxury lodge or a simple bed & breakfast.

What you won’t find here are thousands of Rotorua, Waitomo & New Plymouth hotels to wade through. We have done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay in Rotorua, Waitomo & New Plymouth and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.