Kia ora! Landing in Auckland, we'll meet you at our hostel to settle in and refresh. Tonight you'll meet up with the rest of your travel crew and get excited for all the adventures yet to come in New Zealand.

Leaving Auckland, we're off to discover the best of the beautiful North Island. Our first stop is Waitomo, home to the world- famous glowworm caves. We'll explore this surreal, subterranean landscape by boat, watching in awe as the glowworms light up the darkness. Next we're heading to Hobbiton, the real-life movie set featured inThe Lord Of The Rings and Hobbit trilogies. After strolling through the enchanting village on a guided tour, we'll enjoy a drink at the Green Dragon Inn before departing for Rotorua.

First on the agenda is Kerosene Creek, a naturally heated hot spring where we can laze away the morning. Next is one of New Zealand's most magnificent geothermal wonderlands – Wai o Tapu, featuring dramatic geysers & bubbling mud.

This morning, enjoy some freetime to try exciting activities like zorbing or the skyline luge. For those on the NZ Intro North work add-on, later that day, our teamwill help make sure you've got everything sorted for living and working in NZ, and get you signed up to our NZ Jobs Program. In the evening we'll visit the Mitai Māori village for an introduction to Māori culture — an experience as authentic as it gets!

Get your cameras out as we head to Taupo, a lake front town right in the heart of the North. Tonight we've got something special lined up - a sail across the lake. The majestic scenery will wow us.

This morning we'll check out the epic Huka Falls, a spine-tingling torrent oficy water thundering down from the Waikato River. After witnessing the raw power of Mother Nature, you'll then have some free time when you can do a skydive or theworld's highest bungee jump!

Today, we're off to New Zealand's vibrant capital, Wellington! Immerse yourself in the city's lively atmosphere by visiting its cozy cafes, savouring mouthwatering dishes at delicious restaurants, or simply unwinding and soaking in the relaxed evening vibes

Kick off your day with acity orientation tour, exploring the highlights of New Zealand's capital! Ride the famous cable cars for panoramic views, then delve into the fascinating history and lively culture at Te Papa Tongarewa Museum—one of the world's top museums. Tonight we'll get the gang together one last time, dressing sharp for our farewell dinner and final night out on the town!

Your unforgettable Northern Kiwi Adventure comes to an end today, but this is just the beginning of your time in New Zealand! You're now fully prepped and ready for the next leg of your journey alongside the new friends you've made, and we'll be there for support every step of the way.