A 4-day tour of the North Island of New Zealand. New Zealand North Island 4-day tour ?

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Day 1 AucklandToday, let's roam around the city center of AucklandTransportation: Bus / 22 Princes St Auckland 1010, walk through Albert Park from Queen StreetUniversity of AucklandThe University of Auckland was founded in 1883 and is ranked as the top university in New Zealand. The overall style also matches the country's simple and low-key style. Open on all sides, without a gate, three streets run through the campus, and the environment is beautiful. The clock tower and museum on campus are also characteristic buildings of the school. Recommended: Clock TowerTransportation: Bus / Tamaki Paenga Hira Auckland Domain Parnell Auckland Central Auckland; take the link Bus to Parnell RdAuckland MuseumAfter entering the Auckland Central Park, follow the signs to the highest point of the park, and you will see the square building, which is the Auckland Museum. Upon entering the hall, you will see the ticket window, where you can purchase a ticket with a Maori cultural performance (40 NZD). This is a comprehensive museum that collects historical and ethnic artifacts. The museum is a Gothic building, a typical neoclassical temple, with rich exhibits and three floors in total. The first floor mainly displays Pacific islanders and Maori culture, the second floor displays various animal and plant materials and specimens, the most notable of which are the bones of the Moa, and the third floor is a military exhibition, serving as a war memorial, with related activities held here by the New Zealand and Australian Army Corps (ANZAC) every April 25th. Note the time, and watch the Maori cultural performance for half an hour at 10:45, 11:00, 12:00, and 13:30. Recommended: Maori cultural performance Note: Maori performances cannot be sold separately and must be sold with tickets. Please arrange your time reasonably and arrive early.Transportation: Bus / 22 - 32 Jellicoe Street Freemans Bay; take the link Bus to Victoria Park and walk 500 meters to reach.Fish MarketLunchtime: The Auckland Fish Market is located in the city center and has a lively seafood market, where you can taste delicious fish and chips, as well as fresh oysters and various fish. At lunchtime, find a small shop and spend less than 20 NZD to order fish and chips, and taste the unique cuisine of the Commonwealth countries. If interested, you can also sign up for a seafood school. Recommended: The best fish and chips in New Zealand - Jimmy Gerard of Jassid FishTransportation: Bus Taxi Rental / Take Auckland public transportation or train to the central hub Britomart stationMission BayAfter lunch, head to Mission Bay. Mission Bay is one of the most popular beaches for Aucklanders and the most convenient beach to reach from the city center. Here, you can truly experience the local way of life. When the weather is good, people lie on the beach in groups of three or four, soaking up the sun, and there may even be seagulls coming to steal your food. If you see people lining up here, they must be buying Movenpick ice cream. It is highly recommended to try the waffle cone ice cream here, which is said to be the best waffle cone! Recommended: Movenpick ice cream (75 Tamaki Drive Mission Bay Auckland)Transportation: Bus Taxi Rental / Walk to the intersection of Victoria Street and Federal StreetSky TowerThe tower was built in 1996 and is the tallest building in the southern hemisphere, standing at 328 meters. The tower has multiple observation decks, with high-powered telescopes for visitors to enjoy the panoramic view of Auckland, as well as multilingual broadcasting services and interactive technology devices, and audio-visual exhibitions. Feeling the sense of being on top of the world, understanding the charm of Auckland, is truly a delightful experience. In the evening, you can enjoy a meal at the only 360-degree revolving restaurant in Auckland, Orbit. After dinner, the Sky Tower has a 24-hour casino, providing entertainment and dining suitable for night owls who are used to nightlife in their home country. Average cost per person: about 50 NZDDay 2 RotoruaA magical journey to Hobbiton and a first experience in Rotorua, the hometown of the Maori.Transportation: Car Rental / 501 Buckland Rd Hinuera MatamataHobbitonAfter breakfast, drive to the small town of Matamata, 170 kilometers south of Auckland, which is the filming location of the