A short 5 day tour to the picturesque Bay of Islands. Departing Auckland on Saturday, your coach will take you north to the bay, where you can enjoy the next two days. See some of New Zealand's heritage at Waitangi, the place of the signing of our countries founding document.
Tour Duration: 5 Days
Tour Type: Group coach tour
Tour price per person:
01 May 10 - 30 Sep 10 NZ$700
01 Oct 10 - 30 Apr 11 NZ$982
Optional extras (per person) |
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| Breakfast (4) Supplement | NZ$82 |
| Dinner (3) Supplement | NZ$103 |
| Single Room Supplement | NZ$348 |
Welcome to New Zealand! You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel.
Accommodation: Rydges Hotel (1 night)
Day 2 – Auckland/Bay of Islands
Your tour departs from the Rydges Hotel at 7.30 am. Cross
Auckland’s Harbour Bridge for the drive north
along the scenic Hibiscus Coast with its
numerous beachfront holiday settlements and
on to Matakohe for a visit to its museum that
houses an exceptional display highlighting the
region’s early settlement and kauri gum
industry which was so important to the region’s
early development. Continue to Paihia in the
picturesque Bay of Islands for visits to Waitangi
with its famous Treaty House and giant Maori
war canoe. All set in spectacular grounds
overlooking the bay.
Accommodation: Tanoa Hotel Paihia (2 nights)
Day 3 – Bay of Islands
A day free for you to enjoy at your leisure.
However there are many optional activities
available to you, and your Coach Captain will
happily assist with details. A full day Tour to
Cape Reinga, New Zealand’s northern most
point and Ninety Mile Beach is extremely
popular or alternatively, visit historic Russell,
New Zealand’s first settlement or simply relax
and explore the township.
** You have the option of upgrading to the Ipipiri Overnight Cruise this evening - please ask for more details at time of booking
This morning a launch cruise will take you across the Bay and some of its world acclaimed fishing grounds to Cape Brett and the famous “Hole in the Rock”, cruising amongst picturesque islands with pristine sandy beaches and sparkling clear water. Returning to Paihia, board your Coach for the journey south through Whangarei and Warkworth passing the satellite tracking station. Shortly Auckland city and Harbour come into view with a late afternoon arrival.
Accommodation: Rydges Hotel (1 night)
It is farewell to your travelling companions. An airport transfer is included if required.
(included in tour cost)
- Entry to Kauri Meseum
- Entry to Waitangi Treaty Grounds
- Cape Brett Hole in the Rock Cruise