Capital of new Zealand North Island

Paihia is an ideal starting point for discovering this area. Dive into Maori civilization with a Capa Haqa performer. There is a brief boat trip to Russell and Okiato, the first capitol in the area. Okiato was the capitol for only one year before moving to Auckland in 1841 and Wellington in 1865.

Enjoy the North Island summit. The Maori consider this place holy, here the ghosts of the dead jump into the sea to come back to their traditional country. Whangarei is a sub-tropical port on the outskirts of a nice port. Surfing through the surfing capital of Whangamata and Karangahake Gorge.

From Waihi, the goldmining capital, you are on your way to Matamata in the middle of acres. It is an easier trip to Rotorua from here. Tauranga night: 4 hours Whitianga to Tauranga & 1 hour 25 minutes Tauranga to Rotorua. At Rotorua, geothermics breathe through all parts of the hometown, from seething sludge to bursting geysers. In Rotorua, it'?s all about it.

Finish the outing with a dip in the Polynesian Spa and explore the Maori civilization with a full immersion in Te Puia, Mitai or Tamaki M?ori Villages. There is something of everything - jagged mounds, lovely dales, rolling lowlands and vast views. The town was almost completely destroyed by a disastrous seismic event in 1931.

Reconstructed in the spirit of the time, it is now regarded as the art deco capital of the year. Outside the town, you can discover the local vines on a self-drive, chauffeur or bike ride. Today's trip will take you through some of the most delightful cities on the North Island.

Greytown has many fine specimens of victorian art and a picturesque mausoleum. Most of the city's sights are within walking distance. In Palmerston North, give me a night: Three hours Napier to Palmerston North and three hours 55 minutes Palmerston North to Martinborough.

Bikers can try the Rimutaka Cycle Trail, which follows the old railroad line to Wellington. The Wellington is concise, sophisticated and full of personality. Further rides are the Wellington Cable Car, the Houses of Parliament, Zealandia and Weta Workshop.