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 |
Wednesday departures offer a slightly varied itinerary with Skytower entry on Day 3, replacing Matakohe Kauri Museum on Day 1.
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Welcome to New Zealand! You will be met at Auckland Airport and transferred to your hotel.
Accommodation: Rydges Hotel (1 night)
Day 2 – Auckland/Bay of Islands
Your tour departs from the Rydges Hotel,
Federal Street, City at 7.30am. Cross Auckland’s
distinctive Harbour Bridge to drive north along
the Hibiscus Coast, through Kawakawa to
Paihia in the Bay of Islands. Visit Waitangi
with its Treaty House and Maori war canoe.
This afternoon enjoy a launch cruise on the
Bay crossing the areas world renowned game
fishing grounds to the Cape Brett Lighthouse
and famous “Hole in the Rock”. Return through
the inner islands with their beautiful sandy
beaches, sparkling waters and marine life.
Accommodation:
Tanoa Hotel Paihia (2 nights)
A day free for you to relax and enjoy the many activities available. 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 or explore historic Russell, New Zealand’s first settlement and visit its original Church, Mission House and Museum.
** You have the option of upgrading to the Ipipiri Overnight Cruise this evening - please ask for more details at time of booking
South through the city of Whangarei to Warkworth, passing the satellite tracking station. Auckland and its majestic harbour soon come into view and a tour will visit the summit of Skytower, at 328m the tallest building in the Southern Hemisphere, for superb city and harbour views, the down town and Waterfront.
Accommodation: Rydges Hotel (1 night)
It is farewell to your travelling companions. A transfer to Auckland Airport is included if required.
(included in tour cost)
- Entry to Waitangi Treaty Grounds
- Hole in the Rock Cruise
- City Highlights Tour in Auckland
- Entry to Skytower