Day 1 | Morning
Whakapapa Ski Area
Ticket Price: 30 NZD
Recommended Length of Stay: 2-8 Hours
Location: Genealogy, Mt Ruapehu 3951
Whakapapa is one of two ski resorts in New Zealand's North Island, located on the northwest slope of Mount Ruapehu (Mt Ruapehu), and is the largest ski resort in New Zealand. It is a must-do place in the North Island of New Zealand in winter. The snow season in Whakapapa starts in late June and ends in early November. The ski resort is very popular among ski lovers. Happy Valley occupies a valley and is a well-established, spacious and open beginner ski area, allowing you to learn and practice skiing skills without any worries.
Day 1 | Afternoon
When time permits after visiting Whakapapa Ski Area, don’t forget pay a visit to Tongariro National Park.
Tongariro National Park
Opening Hours: Open from 10:00am-4:00pm
Recommended Length of Stay: 5-6 Hours
Location: Tongariro National Park, Whakapapa Village, State Highway 48, Mount Ruapehu
Tongariro National Park is located at the southern end of the Rotorua and Taupo geothermal areas in the central North Island of New Zealand. Spectacular volcanoes and indigenous Maori culture are its features. In 1990 and 1993, UNESCO included Tongariro National Park as a cultural and natural heritage in the World Heritage List. The park is a very famous volcanic park in New Zealand. There are 15 volcanic craters that have been active or are active in modern times, arranged in a line and extending to the northeast. These include three well-known active volcanoes, namely Donggriro, Naiuruh and Ruapehu. Mount Ruapehu is the apex of the North Island, with an altitude of 2,796 meters. The top is covered with snow all year round. It is a famous ski resort and a "young" active volcano that is only 750,000 years old. The most spectacular of the three volcanoes is the Neuruh Volcano, which is conical in shape and has a steep slope. The top is a crater with a diameter of 400 meters, which is a very typical conical volcano. It has been active since the 1830s. The Donggriro Volcano is about 1980 meters above sea level and has a wide peak, including a series of craters such as the north mouth, the south mouth, the middle mouth, the west mouth, and the red mouth.
Day 1 | Evening
For convenient access to more popular attractions, Chateau Tongariro Hotel is the best places.
Chateau Tongariro Hotel
Stop at Bayview Chateau Tongariro to discover the wonders of Tongariro National Park. Offering a variety of facilities and services, the hotel provides all you need for a good night's sleep. Take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour room service, facilities for disabled guests, car park, room service, meeting facilities. Television LCD/plasma screen, complimentary instant coffee, complimentary tea, fireplace, separate living room can be found in selected guestrooms. Enjoy the hotel's recreational facilities, including sauna, golf course (on site), indoor pool, garden, before retiring to your room for a well-deserved rest. For reliable service and professional staff, Bayview Chateau Tongariro caters to your needs.
Day 2 | Morning
Mount Tongariro
Ticket Price: Free
Recommended Length of Stay: 2-3 Hours
Location: Mount Tongariro, Tongariro National Park
Mount Tongariro, also known as Mount Tongariro, is an active volcano on the North Island of New Zealand. It is located 20 kilometers southwest of Lake Taupo at an altitude of 1978 meters. The most recent eruption occurred in 1977. Mount Tongariro, together with the nearby Ngauruhoe and Ruapehu volcanoes, formed Tongariro National Park in 1894 and was named a World Heritage Site in 1990, making it a famous hiking spot. In the movie "Lord of the Rings", the mansion of the Dark Lord Sauron, Mordor and Mount Doom, are based on Mount Tongariro and the nearby Mount Nauruhoe. Today there is a tour operator that runs a tour that takes visitors on a kayak adventure along the Whanganui River from Mount Tongariro to the Tasman Sea.
Day 2 | Afternoon
Having the chance to enjoy the charming Mount Tongariro, Tongariro Alpine Crossing next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!
Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Ticket Price: Free
Recommended Length of Stay: 7-9 Hours
Location: Tongariro Alpine Crossing, Tongariro National Park
The Tongariro Crossing is known as New Zealand's day hike because it not only offers a challenging journey, but also breathtaking volcanic landscapes. The trail begins in the Mangatepopo Valley near Wakapapa, then climbs a stream and winds its way around the edge of an ancient lava flow. Between Mount Ngauruhoe and Mount Tongariro, there is a steep uphill road leading from the valley to the Mangatepopo Saddle, although the mountain is difficult, it is quite impressive This trip, because on a clear day, you can see a panoramic view of Mount Taranaki (Mount Taranaki) from here.
Day 2 | Evening
For convenient access to more popular attractions, Powderhorn Chateau is the best places.
Powderhorn Chateau
Powderhorn Chateau is located at the bottom of the Mountain Road, a scenic 20 minute drive to Turoa Ski field. For summer visitors we're 40 minutes from the start of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing and 30 minutes from Pipiriki the starting point for trips on the Whanganui River and The Bridge to Nowhere.
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