In article , JohnM says...
In article , Peter
writes

But for my money the best is the coastal route via East Cape where
you'll see spectacular views from a highway that often clings to the top
of a huge cliff and some genuine Maori communities. This is where "Whale
Rider" was filmed, and that is how the people live, with every school
having an entrance carved in the old fashion.

MMmm. let me go back to my plans. Thanks Peter

It's hard to wrong in New Zealand, no matter what you do. Everywhere is
good. It's just that the best is superb.

Which is probably why I've been such a fan for twenty years.

Peter