WHAT IS THE TOUR GROUP SIZE? Can you book a night at the hotel for us on Dec 12 as well as 13? Are all gratuities for driver and guides included? Does this coach have wi-fi? Are all excursions included?

Tour Group Size: This tour typically has an average of 18 guests, with a maximum group size of 20. This ensures an intimate and personalized travel experience. Hotel Booking for December 12 & 13: We can certainly check availability for pre-tour accommodations from December 12 to 13. Gratuities: While prepaid gratuities are not included, we do provide recommended daily amounts per person for your Driver Guide and Travel Concierge once your booking is confirmed (subject to change). Wi-Fi on the Coach: Most of our motorcoaches are equipped with Wi-Fi; however, it operates via a cellular network and may be intermittent due to New Zealand's terrain. There is a daily data cap of 100 MB per guest, suitable for email use but not ideal for streaming or media-heavy activities. Excursions Included: With Luxury Gold, all excursions featured in your itinerary are already included.

Is there a surcharge for a single room occupancy ie I do not want to share a room

The cost of the single room is 9,855.00 NZD

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The Endless Shores (Small Groups)

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From Wellington to Auckland

4.3 (32 reviews)

The Endless Shores (Small Groups) - Luxury Gold

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City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 40
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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Wellington
Wellington
Meals
Dinner (Welcome Dinner at Lola Rouge)
Accommodation
Hotel (InterContinental Wellington)
Included Activities
- Welcome Dinner at Lola Rouge
Day 2
Wellington
Wellington
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (InterContinental Wellington)
Included Activities
- Zealandia/Te Māra a Tāne guided walking tour (2 hours with expert guide)
- Wellington waterfront and hidden laneways exploration with local expert
- Wellington cable car ride with panoramic city views
Landmarks
Zealandia/Te Māra a Tāne
Wellington Cable Car
Cuba Street
Day 3
Wellington to Hawke's Bay
Wellington to Hawke's Bay
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Wine tasting and intimate dinner at Craggy Range Winery award-winning restaurant, featuring local Hawke's Bay produce and premium wines)
Accommodation
Hotel (Porters Boutique Hotel, Hawke's Bay.)
Included Activities
- Wine tasting and dinner at Craggy Range Winery
Landmarks
Craggy Range Winery
Te Mata Peak
Day 4
Napier
Napier
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Porters Boutique Hotel, Hawke's Bay.)
Included Activities
- Gannet safari at Cape Sanctuary with Gannet Overland Safaris
- Napier Art Deco architecture tour in vintage car with local expert
Landmarks
Cape Sanctuary
Napier
Day 5
Hawke's Bay to Rotorua
Hawke's Bay to Rotorua
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Packed picnic lunch during Whirinaki Forest walking tour)
Accommodation
Hotel (Pullman Rotorua.)
Included Activities
- Guided cultural walking eco-tour of Whirinaki Native Forest with traditional Māori welcome
- Forest bathing and nature exploration in Whirinaki Forest
Landmarks
Whirinaki Forest
Day 6
Rotorua
Rotorua
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Three-course seasonal feast at Te Pā Tū Māori Experience with forest kai horotai (seasonal canapés) and complimentary chef choice aperitif, celebrating harvest season and Māori culture)
Accommodation
Hotel (Pullman Rotorua.)
Included Activities
- Redwoods Treewalk suspension bridge experience through 120-year-old Californian Coastal Redwoods
- National Kiwi Hatchery Aotearoa behind-the-scenes tour
- Te Pā Tū Māori Experience with three-course feast and aperitif
Landmarks
Redwoods Treewalk Rotorua
Whakarewarewa Forest
National Kiwi Hatchery Aotearoa
Te Pā Tū
Day 7
Rotorua to Auckland
Rotorua to Auckland
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner at The Trivet - sharing-style Auckland cuisine drawing inspiration from Aotearoa's cultural tapestry with finest locally sourced ingredients)
Accommodation
Hotel (JW Marriott Auckland.)
Included Activities
- Private guided tour of Footwhistle Cave glowworm experience at Caveworld
- Auckland afternoon tour including Queen Street, Viaduct Harbour, university district, and Auckland Harbour Bridge
- Farewell dinner in Auckland
Landmarks
Footwhistle Cave
Waitomo Cave
Queen Street, Auckland
Viaduct Harbour, Auckland
Auckland Harbour Bridge
Day 8
Auckland
Auckland
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Zealandia/Te Māra a Tāne
Wellington Cable Car
Cuba Street

Landmarks
Craggy Range Winery
Te Mata Peak

Landmarks
Cape Sanctuary
Napier

Landmarks
Whirinaki Forest

Landmarks
Redwoods Treewalk Rotorua
Whakarewarewa Forest
National Kiwi Hatchery Aotearoa
Te Pā Tū

Landmarks
Footwhistle Cave
Waitomo Cave
Queen Street, Auckland
Viaduct Harbour, Auckland
Auckland Harbour Bridge

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InterContinental Wellington
Hotel
Days 1, 2
Porters Boutique Hotel, Hawke's Bay.
Hotel
Days 3, 4
Pullman Rotorua.
Hotel
Days 5, 6
JW Marriott Auckland.
Hotel
day 7

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Asked on July 27th, 2025
WHAT IS THE TOUR GROUP SIZE? Can you book a night at the hotel for us on Dec 12 as well as 13? Are all gratuities for driver and guides included? Does this coach have wi-fi? Are all excursions included?
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- Luxury GoldOperator•Written July 2025
  Tour Group Size: This tour typically has an average of 18 guests, with a maximum group size of 20. This ensures an intimate and personalized travel experience. Hotel Booking for December 12 & 13: We can certainly check availability for pre-tour accommodations from December 12 to 13. Gratuities: While prepaid gratuities are not included, we do provide recommended daily amounts per person for your Driver Guide and Travel Concierge once your booking is confirmed (subject to change). Wi-Fi on the Coach: Most of our motorcoaches are equipped with Wi-Fi; however, it operates via a cellular network and may be intermittent due to New Zealand's terrain. There is a daily data cap of 100 MB per guest, suitable for email use but not ideal for streaming or media-heavy activities. Excursions Included: With Luxury Gold, all excursions featured in your itinerary are already included.
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Josh
Asked on October 12th, 2023
Is there a surcharge for a single room occupancy ie I do not want to share a room
Accommodation
Single supplement
- Luxury GoldOperator•Written October 2023
  The cost of the single room is 9,855.00 NZD

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