North Island Explorer - 11 days
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Overview
Highlights
- Reed Memorial Park – Walk along an elevated canopy to see ancient kauri forests, and visit pretty Whangarei Falls
- Waitangi Treaty Grounds – Enter the meeting house and see the war canoe where the 1840 treaty was signed
- Bay of Islands – Discover the pretty town of Russell and then choose between a trip to New Zealand's far north or a cruise through the 'Hole in the Rock'
- Auckland – Explore the city on a guided tour and visit the fascinating Auckland Museum, plus free time to sightsee at leisure
- Coromandel Peninsula – Ride the Driving Creek Railway for panoramic views and enjoy a free day to explore the scenic area
- Rotorua – Visit the Te Puia geothermal site, visit a Kiwi conservation project and opt to visit Waimangu Volcanic Valley or Hobbiton, plus experience a Te Pa Tu Maori cultural evening
- Napier – Discover the town on foot and indulge in an evening of wine and dinner at the Mission Estate Winery
- Wellington – Ride the cable car over New Zealand's capital city and visit the country's national museum - Te Papa
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Trip includes
- 10 breakfasts & 2 dinners
- 10 nights 4 star hotels
- Airport arrival and departure transfers on day 1 and day 11
- Escorted by an expert local guide/driver with specialist local guides at some sites
- All relevant transfers and transportation in modern air-conditioned vehicle
- Ferry to Russell
- Touring of Auckland, Napier & Wellington
- Entry to Waitangi Treaty Grounds
- Journey along 90 Mile Beach or take a Hole in the Rock cruise at Bay of Islands
- Coromandel narrow-gauge railway
- Visit to Waimangu Volcanic Valley or Hobbiton Movie Set
- Te Pa Tu Maori experience
- Mission Estate Winery dinner
- Wellington Cable Car and Te Papa museum visit
- Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.
Itinerary
Upon arrival into Auckland you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day offers free time for you to explore the local area.
Auckland – Russell. Today we depart Auckland and travel north via the iconic Harbour Bridge before reaching the Reed Memorial Park. Here we walk along an elevated canopy through what remains of the original kauri forests, featuring kauri trees which are at least 500 y...
Your choice of activity today must be made at the time of booking. Please let our Reservations team know which included activity you would like to partake in. Today we have a choice of two excursions to explore the picturesque surroundings. Option 1 is to trave...
Russell – Auckland. Our journey takes us back to Auckland, travelling through rural towns and past picturesque beaches before arriving back in the 'City of Sails.' Here we will enjoy a sightseeing tour where we explore its lively harborside, take in sweeping panoramic views, and explore charming villages. We also enjoy a fascinating guided tour of the Auckland Museum.
Auckland – Whitianga. Today we head south across the Hauraki Plains to Thames before continuing up the western side of the Coromandel Peninsula. The coastal drive along this route is truly breathtaking. On clear days, be sure to watch for the SkyTower, visible across ...
The Coromandel region is a vibrant canvas of white cliffs, sun-kissed golden beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and lush green forests. In the summer, vibrant scarlet hues emerge thanks to the blossoming Pohutukawa trees. One of its most renowned attractions is ...
Whitianga – Rotorua. Setting off in the morning we follow the Pacific Coast Highway through the coastal towns of Whangamata and Tauranga before turning inland to visit a scenic bushwalk with views of Okere Falls. Then it's onwards to Rotorua, the epicentre of Maori he...
Your choice of activity today must be made at the time of booking. Please let our Reservations team know which included activity you would like to partake in. Today we have a choice between two different activities. Option 1 is a visit to the Waimangu Volcanic Vall...
Rotorua – Napier. This morning we head south, visiting Huka Falls and onwards to Lake Taupo. If clear skies permit, from here we should be able to see the peaks of Ruapehu, Ngauruhoe and Tongariro, where lays the volcanic terrain that acted as the backdrop of ‘Mordor’...
Napier – Wellington. This morning we make our way to New Zealand’s capital city of Wellington, home to artists, writers and filmmakers with a trendy cafe culture. We see the magnificent Parliament Buildings, including the iconic 'Beehive' building before heading to th...
Today our adventure in New Zealand comes to an end. A transfer takes you to Wellington Airport for your flight home.
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