Driving Route : Rotorua - Napier - Rotorua
Day 3 : Napier to Taupo
- Overview
- Day 1 : Rotorua to Waikaremoana (Urewera National Park)
- Day 2 : Waikaremoana (Urewera National Park) to Napier
- Day 3 : Napier to Taupo
- Day 4 : Taupo to Rotorua
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Route Summary
Travel time is approximate only, based on an average driving speed under normal road conditions.
| Travel time | Km | (Miles) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Napier - Taupo | 1.75 hrs | 139 | 87 |
| Totals for Day | 1.75 hrs | 139 | 87 |
Napier - Taupo
139 km (87 miles)
Approximately 1.75 hours
Road Conditions: State Highway
In 1931 a devastating earthquake nearly levelled the city of Napier. It was rebuilt in the style of the times, and is now considered the Art Deco Capital of the world. The vineyards of Hawke's Bay are all within easy reach of Napier. Another attraction is the gannet colony at Cape Kidnappers.
The major entertainment on the road from Napier to Taupo is the fantastic scenery. There's a bit of everything—rugged hills, beautiful valleys, gentle plains and huge vistas.
At Tarawera you can walk to the hot springs, which are above the Waipunga River. You might also want to stop at the Waiarua Falls lookout, to view the twin waterfalls.
The resort town of Taupo sits on the edge of New Zealand's largest lake, which is well stocked with sizeable trout. You'll find everything a traveller could wish for, including an excellent choice of restaurants. Most accommodation establishments make good use of the underground thermal activity to provide hot spas for relaxation.
- Overview
- Day 1 : Rotorua to Waikaremoana (Urewera National Park)
- Day 2 : Waikaremoana (Urewera National Park) to Napier
- Day 3 : Napier to Taupo
- Day 4 : Taupo to Rotorua
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