Straddling the mighty Waikato River at the heart of the vast Waikato Plains lies Hamilton, the fourth largest city in New Zealand. Come here to discover the hot springs and horse-racing world of Matmata township; the rich Maori culture of Ngaruawahia and more hot springs at Waingaro; the surf and beaches of Raglan; and the antiques and Kentucky-like thoroughbred world of Cambridge. Hamilton is often overlooked as a travel destination but it's the ideal stop-off between Auckland in the north and the mountains and beaches in the south. If you are doing a New Zealand road trip, you have to visit Hamilton.
Discover amazing cities along the New Zealand's North Island with a this customizable Self-Drive Holiday Package. From Auckland (New Zealand's most populous city and is a multi-cultural hub of food, music, arts and culture); pick up your car and drive down the Pacific Coast Highway-on the east coast of the North Island; and visit: Coromandel Peninsula (renowned for its natural beauty, green valleys, misty rainforests and pristine golden beaches). After that, is Hamilton (on the banks of the mighty Waikato River and known for its walks, gardens, cafes and nightlife); and finally,
Rotorua (renowned for its geothermal activity and Maori culture).
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Experience the Geothermal Wonders of Rotorua! ...and enjoy a unique thermal spa experience in its relaxing hot mineral spring bathing, spa therapies, teaming cliffs, volcanic craters, picturesque lake views and many more geothermal features.
This is one of the few glaciers in the world not receding because of global warming. The scenery changes every day on the glacier because it is constantly moving and new routes are always being made.
Queenstown is the centre for adventure tourism in New Zealand. The town is built around an inlet on Lake Wakatipu and has spectactular views of nearby mountains.