we want to travel to north and south islands less than 10 days.

Can you confirm if you are only asking for the Northern Spotlight tour or you have any tours in your mind to check? The Northern Spotlight departing 07-Nov-2026 is available and definite departure. The gross price of the booking is $4,720.00 per passenger for a twin room.

Would you please send me confirmation email and some more details about the package. Our age is 46 and 67.

Tour starts from Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre in Auckland at 6:00pm. Visitors to New Zealand will require an Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA). They must be obtained online or via official app before departure from country of origin.

Is it possible to go on a wait list for the July 2023 please?

Unfortunately we do not have a waitlist for our tour. The only thing I would be able to suggest is to keep an eye on our website to see if your preferred departure has any cancellations and opened back up again.

I've never been to New Zealand and in fact have never left the contiguous USA except for a trip to Hawaii. A friend has offered to take me and pay for expenses. We're looking for the @ $3500 price range. He is thinking of being in NZ at the end of January. He had to return to work in NYC on 2/16. What would you recommend we see?

If this is your first time to New Zealand, we recommend doing both North and South Island if you have time. The New Zealand Panorama is a great option that is 7 days and does a little taste of each island. This tour starts at $2860 USD land only.

Is a boat ride through the glow worm cave an option on this tour?

Yes, the itinerary shows we take a tour of the Glow Worm Caves on day 5 of this itinerary.

Do I need to advise you if I have any mobility issues or a serious medical condition?

Its essential you advise our team of Travel Experts at the time of booking if you have any mobility issues or serious medical conditions, so that we can ensure, as much as possible, your needs are met on your tour. Unfortunately due to space considerations on this tour it is not possible to accommodate motorised scooters and non-collapsible wheelchairs.

Do you cater for special dietary requirements?

If you have a special dietary requirement such as gluten-free, vegetarian etc please advise our team of Travel Experts at the time of booking to ensure the tour operator can do their best to accommodate your request.

When will I receive my travel documents?

Your travel documents will be posted to you in a travel wallet which will contain your documents and luggage tags to you approximately four weeks before your departure date.

Can airport transfers be arranged?

Arrival and departure transfers can be arranged for you once you have a confirmed booking. Please contact our team of Travel Experts if you would like a transfer added to your tour booking or for more information.

I am travelling alone, is there a single supplement?

If you are a single traveller you can either choose to share a room with another guest of the same gender at no extra cost or if you prefer the privacy of your own room you can pay a single supplement to upgrade to a single room. If you would like to book a single room please make sure to choose this option on the booking page or simply contact our team of Travel Experts.

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Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 50
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Auckland
Accommodation
Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre)
Optional Activities
- Explore Auckland's two harbours and waterfront precincts at leisure
- Wine tasting with local wines from Waiheke
Day 2
Auckland to Bay of Islands
Accommodation
Hotel (Copthorne Hotel and Resort)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Waitangi Treaty Grounds including Treaty House, Meeting House, Flagstaff, and Ceremonial War Canoe
- Insight into the Treaty of Waitangi's historical significance from a local specialist guide
Landmarks
Waitangi Treaty Grounds
Day 3
Bay of Islands
Accommodation
Hotel (Copthorne Hotel and Resort)
Optional Activities
- Fullers Cape Reinga Via 90 Mile Beach - NZ$155 Adult / NZ$110 Child (includes lunch)
- Scenic cruise among 144 islands including lunch and visit to hole in the rock
- Discover Russell - Mini Tour - NZ$30 Adult / NZ$15 Child (one-hour coach tour visiting Christ Church, Pompallier House, and historic pub)
- Discover Kerikeri - NZ$60 Adult NZ$30 Child (tour including vineyard visit at Ake Ake, Historic Stone Store, Kemp House, and Makana chocolate factory)
Landmarks
Cape Reinga/Te Rerenga Wairua
Ninety Mile Beach
Day 4
Bay of Islands to Auckland
Accommodation
Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre)
Optional Activities
- Explore Whangarei's galleries and museums at leisure
Landmarks
Whangarei
Day 5
Auckland to Rotorua
Meals
Dinner (Buffet dinner of hāngī-inspired cuisine at Te Puia)
Accommodation
Hotel (Ibis Rotorua Hotel)
Included Activities
- Auckland city sights tour
- Guided tour of Waitomo Caves including glowworm cruise
- Te Pō Indigenous Experience at Te Puia (cultural performance in Te Aronui a Rua meeting house, Pohutu Geyser viewing, hāngī-inspired buffet dinner)
Landmarks
Waitomo Caves
Pohutu Geyser
Waikato River
Day 6
Rotorua
Accommodation
Hotel (Ibis Rotorua Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa
- Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - NZ$119 Adult NZ$77 Child (two-hour guided tour on private farmland near Matamata)
- Canopy Tours zipline adventure - NZ$149 Adult / NZ$119 Child (6 ziplines totalling over 650 metres in ancient forest)
- Rainbow Springs Wildlife Park - From NZ$50 Adult NZ$30 Child (22 acres featuring The Big Splash, free flight aviaries, tuatara, bird show, and Kiwi Encounter)
- Tarawera and Lakes Tour on the Rotorua Duck - NZ$89 Adult NZ$55 Child (90-minute scenic journey on World War II amphibious vehicle)
- Te Puia (Rotorua) - NZ$56 Adult NZ$28 Child (Māori Culture Centre with Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley views)
Landmarks
Hobbiton Movie Set
Rainbow Springs Wildlife Park
Te Puia
Day 7
Rotorua to Wellington
Accommodation
Hotel (Travelodge Wellington), Hotel (James Cook Grand Chancellor)
Included Activities
- Viewpoint visit to Huka Falls
Landmarks
Huka Falls
Lake Taupo
Kapiti Coast
Day 8
Wellington
Included Activities
- Wellington city sights tour
Optional Activities
- Visit Te Papa, the Museum of New Zealand (entrance fee applies)
Landmarks
Te Papa Tongarewa (Museum of New Zealand)

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Waitangi Treaty Grounds

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Cape Reinga/Te Rerenga Wairua
Ninety Mile Beach

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Whangarei

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Waitomo Caves
Pohutu Geyser
Waikato River

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Hobbiton Movie Set
Rainbow Springs Wildlife Park
Te Puia

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Huka Falls
Lake Taupo
Kapiti Coast

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Te Papa Tongarewa (Museum of New Zealand)

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Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre
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day 7
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4.8

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4.8
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5.0
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Beverly
March 12th, 2023
All excellent - loved Dexter and John - until the last day. Too much driving that day, lunch hour was rushed, and...
All excellent - loved Dexter and John - until the last day. Too much driving that day, lunch hour was rushed, and then the Wellington Travelodge wasn’t a good choice. Lots of mistakes checking in - someone was already in the room they gave us! And the elevators could not service the number of people staying there - made us worried about getting out in an emergency. One of our friends also got locked behind a fire door after using the bathroom on the 6th floor! We had to go search for her and could barely hear her calling behind the fire door. Bay of Islands and Rotorua were terrific - the latter dinner and culture show in particular were compelling. And we enjoyed the variety of people on the tour.Show more
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TANIA
January 15th, 2023
Great tour guides. Met great people as well
Traveled in January 2023
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TammyVanExan
October 28th, 2019
This trip was excellent! We started in Auckland, worked our way up to the beautiful Bay of Islands where we saw heaps...
This trip was excellent! We started in Auckland, worked our way up to the beautiful Bay of Islands where we saw heaps of dolphins during our cruise. Then we went down to Rotorua for a couple of nights where we saw Hobbiton, we saw geysers erupting at Te Puia, and we got to watch the Haka at Tamaki Maori Village. The we headed down to finish in Wellington. The Travel director was amazing and knew so much about the places we were travelling to and the food was really yummy.Show more
Traveled in June 2019
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Hi Tammy, thanks for sharing your feedback. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your time with us on the Northern Discovery Guided Holiday! We hope to see you again soon on another AAT Kings tour.
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William
March 19th, 2019
Good balance to tour and guides/ drivers were excellent.
Traveled in March 2019
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Hi William, thanks so much for sharing your feedback. We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your experience with AAT Kings. We hope to see you again soon on another AAT Kings tour! Many thanks, AAT Kings
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Colin
Asked on March 25th, 2026
we want to travel to north and south islands less than 10 days.
Tour Details
- AAT KingsOperator•Written March 2026
  Can you confirm if you are only asking for the Northern Spotlight tour or you have any tours in your mind to check?
  
  The Northern Spotlight departing 07-Nov-2026 is available and definite departure.
  
  The gross price of the booking is $4,720.00 per passenger for a twin room.
S
Sally
Asked on December 23rd, 2022
Would you please send me confirmation email and some more details about the package. Our age is 46 and 67.
Age Range
Tour Details
- AAT KingsOperator•Written December 2022
  Tour starts from Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre in Auckland at 6:00pm. Visitors to New Zealand will require an Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA). They must be obtained online or via official app before departure from country of origin.
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Diane
Asked on December 4th, 2022
Is it possible to go on a wait list for the July 2023 please?
Tour Details
- AAT KingsOperator•Written December 2022
  Unfortunately we do not have a waitlist for our tour. The only thing I would be able to suggest is to keep an eye on our website to see if your preferred departure has any cancellations and opened back up again.
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Laura
Asked on November 2nd, 2022
I've never been to New Zealand and in fact have never left the contiguous USA except for a trip to Hawaii. A friend has offered to take me and pay for expenses. We're looking for the @ $3500 price range. He is thinking of being in NZ at the end of January. He had to return to work in NYC on 2/16. What would you recommend we see?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- AAT KingsOperator•Written November 2022
  If this is your first time to New Zealand, we recommend doing both North and South Island if you have time. The New Zealand Panorama is a great option that is 7 days and does a little taste of each island. This tour starts at $2860 USD land only.
M
Molly
Asked on July 11th, 2022
Is a boat ride through the glow worm cave an option on this tour?
Tour Details
- AAT KingsOperator•Written July 2022
  Yes, the itinerary shows we take a tour of the Glow Worm Caves on day 5 of this itinerary.
- M
  Molly
  Traveler•Written July 2022
  Thanks... is that an actual boat ride through the caves?
- AAT KingsOperator•Written July 2022
  The itinerary states the following: Day 5 After leaving Auckland you will follow the meandering trail of the Waikato River to Waitomo Caves. Tour the amazing limestone caverns and sail through the still waters of the sparkling Glow Worm Grotto.
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Patrick
Asked on December 4th, 2018
Do I need to advise you if I have any mobility issues or a serious medical condition?
Travel Support
- AAT KingsOperator•Written December 2018
  Its essential you advise our team of Travel Experts at the time of booking if you have any mobility issues or serious medical conditions, so that we can ensure, as much as possible, your needs are met on your tour. Unfortunately due to space considerations on this tour it is not possible to accommodate motorised scooters and non-collapsible wheelchairs.
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Daniel
Asked on December 4th, 2018
Do you cater for special dietary requirements?
Meals
- AAT KingsOperator•Written December 2018
  If you have a special dietary requirement such as gluten-free, vegetarian etc please advise our team of Travel Experts at the time of booking to ensure the tour operator can do their best to accommodate your request.
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Stephanie
Asked on December 4th, 2018
When will I receive my travel documents?
Tour Details
- AAT KingsOperator•Written December 2018
  Your travel documents will be posted to you in a travel wallet which will contain your documents and luggage tags to you approximately four weeks before your departure date.
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Anita
Asked on December 4th, 2018
Can airport transfers be arranged?
Flights / Transfers
- AAT KingsOperator•Written December 2018
  Arrival and departure transfers can be arranged for you once you have a confirmed booking. Please contact our team of Travel Experts if you would like a transfer added to your tour booking or for more information.
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Darren
Asked on December 4th, 2018
I am travelling alone, is there a single supplement?
Single supplement
- AAT KingsOperator•Written December 2018
  If you are a single traveller you can either choose to share a room with another guest of the same gender at no extra cost or if you prefer the privacy of your own room you can pay a single supplement to upgrade to a single room. If you would like to book a single room please make sure to choose this option on the booking page or simply contact our team of Travel Experts.

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