3-Day Bay of Islands Tour from Auckland

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3 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This comprehensive 3-day tour of the Bay of Islands is ideal for the first time visitor to New Zealand. With natural beauty, rocky islets and pristine beaches, the Bay of Islands is the water playground of the North Island. Learn about Maori culture, travel to the northernmost point of New Zealand and take a cruise through the famous "Hole in the Rock".

What's Included

Russell township tour
Commentary by local guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off from Auckland
Hole in the Rock' Cruise (weather permitting)
Transportation by air-conditioned coach
Lunch
2-nights accommodation in the Bay of Islands
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please advise if your hotel is located outside the pick up area and we will provide you a meeting location for pick up and drop offs.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Auckland – Bay of Island

    3 stops
  • 1

    Depart from Auckland City Centre and make your way to the township of Paihia. Along the way, see the Auckland Harbour Bridge, the golden sand beaches of the Hibiscus Coast, and the Northern City of Whangarei.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    This afternoon you will take the ferry from Paihia to Russell where at 1.00 pm you will join a sightseeing tour of this historic township.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    enjoy a cruise to Cape Brett and Piercy Island and discover the Bay’s highlights from the water. Sea conditions permitting travel through the cavernous Hole in the Rock and marvel at what nature has created. Spot dolphins frolicking, seals and more. Returned to Paihia late afternoon.

    4 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 2

    Day Two: Cape Reinga Day Excursion

    3 stops
  • 4

    Today you will travel even further north and make a visit to the beautiful Puketi Kauri Forest and get close to majestic giant kauri trees and native bush. Walk along a specially built walkway while giant trees surround you.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5

    Travel along the aptly named 90 mile beach as waves crash beside your custom-built coach. You'll make a number of stops along this journey (weather depending) as you continue on north.

    Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Arrive at the northernmost tip of New Zealand and look out over the vast ocean at Cape Reinga. Visit the iconic lighthouse and see the point where the Tasman Sea and the mighty Pacific Ocean meet. After you will also enjoy a delicious lunch (included) on the tour and a stop will be made at a local museum. Your tour will return to Paihia in the early evening.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Bay of Islands – Auckland

    2 stops
  • 7

    This morning you will visit and have a guided tour of the Waitangi Treaty Grounds the site of the historic treaty between the Māori and European pioneers. View a magnificent Māori meeting house and large war canoe.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 8
    Auckland Central

    Early afternoon transferred back to the wharf in Paihia to join your coach returning to Auckland. Late afternoon arrive in Auckland you will be transferred to your central city accommodation at which time your tour will conclude.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Independent touring - this is not a group tour - we use local suppliers & you will have a different coach & driver each day.
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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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