After a long flight, you'll land on the other side of the world, where your first taste of the New Zealand lifestyle awaits. After picking up your car, you'll stroll along the beach, let the sea breeze refresh you, and enjoy your first dinner with a view at one of the local restaurants. The slow pace, relaxed atmosphere, and first encounter with the "Kiwi" culture will pleasantly set the mood for your journey, which is just beginning.

Today will be about views, the ocean, and unforgettable places. I recommend leaving early in the morning. After the morning calm, a light hike up Mount Paku awaits you, from where the first of many beautiful sceneries will open up. Continue to the iconic Cathedral Cove, where nature has provided a breathtaking backdrop. On the way, you can cool off at the quiet Whangamata beach before heading on through the magical Owharoa Falls to Tauranga. And if the timing works out, end the day with a climb to Mount Maunganui – a sunset with a view to remember. In the evening, all you need is good food and a well-deserved rest.

Today's adventure takes you to places where stories come alive – first, the fairytale Hobbiton, enchanting even those who've only heard whispers of Middle-earth. Next, a tranquil experience in a cave where thousands of glowworms illuminate the ceiling like a starry night sky in broad daylight. The day culminates with a pair of waterfalls hidden in greenery – the mighty Marokopa and the elegant Bridal Veil. And if you have time and inclination in the evening, the ocean at Raglan welcomes you with tranquility, a stroll, or a swim under the open sky.