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4-Day Deluxe Bay of Islands & Cape Reinga

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Overview

Experience the beauty of the tropical Northland of New Zealand on this four-day tour by coach, dune buggy and sailboats!

From Auckland, you'll head out on a Bay of Islands tour, where you'll explore Cape Reinga, Ninety Mile Beach and the historic Waitangi Treaty Grounds.

You'll have an entire day free to relax and explore the islands at your leisure as well as a dolphin and whale cruise to the famous 'Hole in the Rock' on the last day before heading back to the city.
Outdoors & Nature
Beach & Sea
Cruising
Sightseeing
Culture & Arts

Itinerary

Day 1

Travel from Auckland to Paihia with Stops at Waitangi & Russell

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Travel from Auckland to Paihia with Stops at Waitangi & Russell

From Auckland, you'll travel north for the Bay of Islands tour. Upon arrival in Paihia, you'll visit Waitangi for a guided tour of the historic Waitangi Treaty Grounds, which gives a truly unique insight into New Zealand's early history. You'll explore the original Treaty House, one of the country's oldest and most visited historic homes. You'll then continue to Russell with a ferry ride across the harbour. After a mini-tour of Russell and a delicious picnic lunch, you'll return to Paihia.

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    Accommodation

    Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Waitangi Treaty Grounds

    Russell

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    Transportations

    Bus from Auckland to Paihia

    Ferry from Paihia to Russell

    Ferry from Russell to Paihia

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    Meals

    Lunch

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    Destinations

    Waitangi

    Russell

Day 2

Dune Rider to Cape Reinga with Explore

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Dune Rider to Cape Reinga with Explore

Let the driver of the purpose-built Dune Rider vehicle immerse you in the culture and history of the area while taking in the amazing scenery. Your full-day tour begins with an early morning pick-up at your accommodation and includes a freshly-prepared buffet-style lunch. The tour includes a visit to Cape Reinga lighthouse to see the meeting of the two oceans, a beach stop on 90-Mile Beach, boogie boarding down huge sand dunes at Te Paki stream and time at the Ancient Kauri Kingdom.

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    Accommodation

    Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Dune Rider to Cape Reinga with Explore

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Waitangi

    Paihia

Day 3

Free Day to Explore Bay of Islands or Optional Full-Day Sailing Experience

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Free Day to Explore Bay of Islands or Optional Full-Day Sailing Experience

Today, you'll have the day free to explore this beautiful area made up of over 140 subtropical atolls. On an optional tour, you can experience the Bay of Islands the old-fashioned way with a cruise on the R. Tucker Thompson, a traditional gaff-rigged schooner with her own unique history. On the full-day sail, you can take the helm, help set the sails, ride the bowsprit and climb the rigging, or, you can simply relax. You'll explore secluded islands, go swimming and enjoy a barbeque lunch.

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    Accommodation

    Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    R. Tucker Thompson Full-Day Sailing with Fullers GreatSightsOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Waitangi

    Paihia

Day 4

Dolphin Cruise to Hole in the Rock & Travel Back to Auckland

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Dolphin Cruise to Hole in the Rock & Travel Back to Auckland

Today, you'll board your cruise and take in the stunning views as you glide out through the islands and along the Rakaumangamanga Peninsula to Cape Brett, where a historic lighthouse keeps watch over the ‘Hole in the Rock’. Keep an eye out for common and bottlenose dolphins, whales and other marine life during your cruise, and have your camera ready as you get up close to the action. In the afternoon, you'll enjoy a relaxing sightseeing tour by coach from Paihia to Auckland.

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    Activities

    Dolphin Cruise Hole in the Rock with Fullers GreatSights

    Paihia to Auckland with GreatSights

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Waitangi

    Russell

    Auckland

Included in Price

  • 3 nights accommodation
  • 4 activities
  • 3 breakfasts and 2 lunches
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Airport transfer
  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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