Discover adventure on New Zealand's original Black Water Rafting trip on the Black Labyrinth. Float down an underground river and jump off subterranean waterfalls as you admire the glowworm-studded cave interior of Ruakuri Cave. A chance to weave, jump, climb, and float through a glowworm-studded subterranean wonderland at Waitomo Caves. Trained guides take you safely through the stunning underworld of Ruakuri Cave (Activity time ~3h)

In the afternoon, drive to  Tongariro National Park (2 h)

A nice easy hike around the Lake Rotorunamu - one of the green chakras of our planet. Optional swimming in the lake.

Optional visit of the  hot springs.

Overnight in Tongariro National Park.

The best one-day hike in New Zealand, the Tongariro Crossing in the valley of 3 active volcanoes is a superb introduction to the region’s scenic beauty.  The track itself takes 7-8h to complete, 

Distance 20km.

Difficulty: Medium 

Optional visit to hot springs after the hike.

Drive to the lake Taupo (1-1.30h).  

Overnight at hotel at the lake.

In the morning: a walk to the Huka Falls  the fantastic natural attraction of New Zealand! You’ll hear the Huka Falls well before you see them – it’s the sound of nearly a quarter of a million litres of water per second erupting from a natural gorge and thundering 11m into the Waikato river below. It’s hard to tear your gaze away from the endless, mesmerising torrent!

Drive to Rotorua, wth a stop at the Wai-O-Tapu valley: Champagne lake and Devil baths . On arrival in Rotorua, check in at hotel, followed by a well-deserved relaxation in Polinesian SPA thermal pools (optional activity., paid locally). Overnight at hotel in Rotorua.

(*) Optioanal activity on the way:  A breathtaking Whitewater Rafting Adventure through 14 rapids in the jungle canyon (Grade 5)  and an epic JUMP on the raft from the 7-meter world's highest rafted waterfall edge! Activity time 2h, assisted by local highly professional maori guides (~$115NZD)

In the morning:  Whakarewarewa Valley

Rotorua is famous for its geothermal wonders, there are 3 significant and active geysers to be visited on this day. We will also gain an insight into the myths & legends of Maori culture at Te Puia village, home to the iconic Pohutu Geyser as well as the National Schools of Wood Carving and Weaving, 

Return to Rotorua (2h). Overnight in hotel.

(*) Optional visit to Hobbitton, where the Lord of the Rings was filmed. Guided walk with lots of funny stories ends up in the Green Dragon Pub with a complimentary glass of ginger beer, cider or ale. (Admission: $89NZD)

A day-visit to Coromandel peninsula.

Renowned for its natural beauty, green pastures, misty rainforests and pristine golden beaches, The Coromandel is blessed with hundreds of natural hideaways, making it an ideal place to escape.

Within two hours either side of low tide visitors flock to the usually deserted Hot Water Beach to find hot water bubbling through the golden sand. Rated as one of the world's most renowned beaches - digging your own natural spa is one experience that should be on your bucket list!

A beautiful beach walk to Cathedral Cove, a gem of Coromandel also known for being filmed in the fantasy series of Chronicles of Narnia by C. S. Lewis.

Drive back to Aukland after sunset.  Overnight at hotel near the airport.

Early morning shuttle ride to the airpot of Auckland. 

Domestic flight to Queestown, Southern Island (~2h). 

Arrive in Queenstown around noon.  

Explore Queenstown on your own. Take a ride the Skyline Gondola above Queenstown to the top of Bob's Peak and enjoy the panoramic views of Coronet Peak, The Remarkables, Queenstown and more and may be doing some shopping and bar hopping in the evening.

Or try out optional activities  on this day (cost on request):

- skydiving

- heli-rafting

- Jeep safari to the Tolkien inspired places (Lord of the Ring)

- Paraplane flights

- Bunjee jumping (43 or  134m) and 400m swing

- Jetbouting (Shotover Jet)

Very early departure on a private van from Queenstown. Drive 1h30min to Wanaka.

Start hiking Roy's Peak, the most instagrammed view of NZ :) 

Back in Queenstown in the late afternoon.

Distance: 16km

Time: 7-8h roundtrip

Elevation gain: 4127.3 ft 

Level of difficulty: Challenging

Early morning shuttle ride to board a Scenic Milford Sound Cruise. A picturesque cruise through beautiful Milford Sound, deep in the heart of Fiordland National Park on New Zealand's South Island. Take in the stunning scenery from the large viewing decks aboard one of our modern and spacious catamarans.

After the cruise drive to Te Anau. Check in hotel.

Briefing with trekking company (time to be confirmed).

OPTIONAL Upgrades (cost on request):

- Cruise & Kayaking Milford Sound

- Doubtful Sound Day cruise