Does the tour include day tours while in the bay of islands area?

Today is a completely free day for you to experience the beauty of the Bay of Islands. Perhaps head back out on to the water and experience a day of sailing aboard a historic tall ship, enjoy wine tasting, or join a Russell Mini Tour and learn a little more about the settling of the Bay of Islands. We offer a wide range of activities for you to choose from.

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Jewels of the Bay

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Start and end in Auckland

4.3

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Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 48
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Auckland
Accommodation
Hotel (Adina Apartment Hotel Britomart), Hotel (Radisson RED Auckland)
Optional Activities
- Explore Auckland city at leisure
Day 2
Auckland to Bay of Islands
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Copthorne Hotel and Resort)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of the Waitangi Treaty Grounds
- Experience a Cultural Performance at Waitangi Treaty Grounds
- Explore the Bay of Islands coastal paradise
Landmarks
Waitangi Treaty Grounds
Bay of Islands
Day 3
Bay of Islands
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Copthorne Hotel and Resort)
Optional Activities
- Cruise through the Bay of Islands
- Mini tour around Russell town
Landmarks
Russell
Bay of Islands
Day 4
Bay of Islands to Auckland
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Whangarei, NZ's northernmost city
- Explore the Town Basin
Landmarks
Whangarei
Town Basin

Landmarks
Waitangi Treaty Grounds
Bay of Islands

Landmarks
Russell
Bay of Islands

Landmarks
Whangarei
Town Basin

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Adina Apartment Hotel Britomart
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Radisson RED Auckland
Hotel
day 1
Copthorne Hotel and Resort
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Woldeyesus
April 7th, 2026
Service was great and the touring team was awesome!!
Cam
January 29th, 2026
We had a great time. Met many new friends from many countries. With extra booked excursions, we were kept so busy...
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Marina
January 6th, 2026
We were very happy with our tour! It was very well organised, good accommodation, tasty meals, and with tour...
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Asked on June 10th, 2022
Does the tour include day tours while in the bay of islands area?
Tour Details
- AAT KingsOperator•Written June 2022
  Today is a completely free day for you to experience the beauty of the Bay of Islands. Perhaps head back out on to the water and experience a day of sailing aboard a historic tall ship, enjoy wine tasting, or join a Russell Mini Tour and learn a little more about the settling of the Bay of Islands. We offer a wide range of activities for you to choose from.

From

$1,090

-8%

US $1,003 per person

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

Select Date

1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Best price guarantee Learn More

Plan your adventure:

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Tour ID: 175783

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- For any tour departing before August 3rd, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 3rd, 2026, a minimum payment of $200 is required to confirm your booking with AAT Kings. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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