The North Island of New Zealand is blessed with spectacular scenery, ranging from bubbling thermal pools to fast flowing rivers. The best way to see all of this? Get up close and personal. This itinerary includes biking through Karangahake Gorge and hiking the Tongariro Crossing – one of the world's most famous one-day hikes – before jet boats and kayaks provide the transport along the Whanganui River. Mix in some bubbling mud and a traditional hangi dinner, and this is the perfect active introduction to New Zealand.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT...

• Auckland, Rotorua, Tongariro National Park, Whanganui National Park, Raetihi, Wellington
• Local Living: Maori Village Visit with Overnight, Rotorua
• Cycling through Karangahake Gorge
• Traditional hangi dinner
• Tongariro Alpine Crossing hiking excursion (weather dependent)
• Jet boat and kayaking along Whanganui River
• Free time in Rotorua
• All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
• Hotels (four nights), Maori village (one night, multi-share), lodges (two nights, some multi-share)
• Six breakfasts, two lunches, four dinners
• Trip leader throughout plus local guides

OPTIONAL

• Auckland Sailing: America's Cup Experience (Pre Tour)