Overview
Join a small group of like-minded riders for an unforgettable 17-day journey through New Zealand’s Northland. With stunning coastal roads, ancient forests, and expert local support, this is the kind of adventure you'll remember for a lifetime.
Highlights
- Starts and ends in Maraetai, Auckland
- Cruise the coastal roads of Northland and Coromandel
- Explore the geothermal landscapes of Rotorua and Taupō
- Ride the legendary Forgotten World Highway and Desert Road
- Visit Cape Reinga where the Pacific Ocean collides with the Tasman Sea
- Discover Māori culture, historic sites, and natural wonders
- Enjoy optional experiences: hot spring bathing, cultural shows, adventure activities and more
- 17 nights accommodation in clean, comfortable hotels and motels
Itinerary
Day to Day Flow
Riders will be sent a wake-up text reminder at 7 a.m., then breakfast and a route reminder. The tour guide will try to limit riding to 1.5 hours between breaks. Sometimes more, sometimes less, depending on the day's mileage. The riders can stop anytime they like for photos, refreshments, toilet, etc. They are also allowed for scenic short walks on some of the legs for those who wish to explore. These are generally 20-30 minute walks. Lunch can take 1 to 1.5 hours. Again, this is not a rigid timetable, depending on the day's mileage, riders' energy levels, sightseeing, etc. Then dinner, debrief
Ride Details
- Terrain
- Highways and some backroads; coastal roads, ancient forests, not high-speed roads
- Bike
- Rental bike (Customized Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, included)
- Mileage
- 3,369 kilometers / 2,093 miles
- Daily rides
- 85 - 320 kilometers / 53 - 199 miles
- Riding gear
- Available to rent: MotoTours' sister company, Auckland Motorbike Hire, has a limited range of helmets, jackets, trousers, gloves and boots available for hire.
- Meals
- All breakfasts, 7 dinners
What's included
- Customised Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 with luggage, insurance, and fuel
- 17 nights accommodation in clean, comfortable hotels and motels
- Daily breakfasts and 7 dinners
- Glow Worm cave tour
- Two professional guides (1 guide for groups of less than 4), including first aid and mechanical support
- Options to attend attractions and cultural experiences
- Airport pickup from Auckland International Airport
Not included
- Airfare
- Airport drop off
Accommodation
During the tour, you will be accommodated in clean, comfortable hotels and motels on twin sharing basis.
Food
The package includes daily breakfast and seven dinners.
