New Zealand · 6 days · 700 km · One-way
Taranaki + Mt Egmont — the perfect volcano cone
Taranaki is a round region around Mt Egmont (almost perfect volcanic cone, Fuji's twin). New Plymouth (Coastal Walkway, Govett-Brewster), Pukekura Park, Surf Highway 45 with 105 different breaks, Forgotten World Highway to Whanganui. Volcano + art + rare surf.
Highlights
- Mt Egmont/Taranaki summit
- New Plymouth Coastal Walkway
- Govett-Brewster Len Lye
- Surf Highway 45
- Forgotten World Highway
- Cape Egmont Lighthouse
- Pukekura Park
Day-by-day itinerary
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Day 1
Auckland → Hamilton
Auckland → Hamilton · 130 km
Overnight: Hamilton TOP 10
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Day 2
Hamilton → New Plymouth
Hamilton → New Plymouth · 240 km
Overnight: Belt Road Seaside
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Day 3
New Plymouth + Egmont NP
New Plymouth · 80 km
Overnight: Belt Road Seaside
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Day 4
Surf Highway 45 → Hawera
New Plymouth → Hawera · 120 km
Overnight: Cape Egmont Holiday Park
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Day 5
Hawera → Whanganui (Forgotten World)
Hawera → Whanganui · 150 km
Overnight: Whanganui River TOP 10
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Day 6
Whanganui → Wellington
Whanganui → Wellington · 195 km
Recommended brands for this route
Selection based on road type and trip length. Tighter budgets — we can also quote Mighty.