Coasts & Culture Tour
- Active Adventure
- Private
- Group
- Fully Guided
- Easy
- Explorer
- Sightseeing
- In-depth Cultural
- Christmas & New Year
- Tour Operator:
- Haka Tours
- Max group size:
- 16
- Age range:
- 18 to 39
- Operated in:
- English
- Tour id:
- 2408
- Hygiene Measures:
- Included
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Behold Waitomo's glowworm caves
- Go whitewater rafting down Kaituna River
- Hike the famous Tongariro Crossing
- Enjoy the best of Wellington
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Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1: Auckland to Coromandel
- Day 2: Coromandel to Rotorua
- Day 3: Rotorua
- Day 4: Rotorua to Murupara
- Day 5: Murupara to Taupō
- Day 6: Taupo
- Day 7: Taupō to Wellington
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- COVID-19 Health & Safety Measures
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Customer Photos
Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- IMimam· March 13th, 2020the tour was good but they can add more activities io some idle times.Trip date: February 2020
- MDMark· February 24th, 2020Brilliant company with a very personal approach to guiding, effectively becoming one of the group most of the time. The small group size and mostly solo travellers means that a group of strangers leave as close friends after the trip. It clear that Haka... Show moreTrip date: February 2020
Pia· February 9th, 2020Definitely do it! The hostels can be harsh and things might not be always 100% organised but you get to experience NZ in such a unique way that makes it all worthwhile.Trip date: December 2019- AAlvinParker· January 31st, 2020Do it. 14 out of 16 were solo travelers and we all got along great. Most were in their 20s, some in 30s and 40s, 2 were in the 50s and the couple were 65 and we all became friends. The younger ones liked to play music (on the bus) more than the older... Show moreTrip date: December 2019
- BBlaise· January 12th, 2020A really great tour to introduce you to the North Island. Perfect to see as much as possible in 7 days. We really enjoyed all of the activity options and freedom to pick and choose what you like.Trip date: January 2020
- NYNicole· January 10th, 2020It was actually the most epic trip I have ever had the opportunity to go on, and that is saying something. The trip was flawless, Louisa our tour guide was rad and punctual with all our activities. Bravo guys and gals. I am impressed. Thank you.Trip date: December 2019
- AAnnaSeibert· January 9th, 2020Great way to get around the island in a small group - however, accomodation does not always meet the standards and activities could be better scheduledTrip date: January 2020
- DDemiWeeks· January 7th, 2020100% Recommend this tour to anyone who is thinking of doing it. My partner and I had a fantastic timeTrip date: December 2019
- MMeganRoets· January 6th, 2020Absolutely go for it- the guides know the good photo spots and know what they’re on about when telling stories/giving info on a placeTrip date: December 2019
- Ellie· December 5th, 2019I had the best time on haka tours.Trip date: November 2019
Dates & Availability
Pay-by-instalments
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- Get Instant ConfirmationSaturday8 Oct, 2022EnglishFriday14 Oct, 2022$1,081Only Pay $80 Deposit
- Saturday12 Nov, 2022EnglishFriday18 Nov, 2022$1,0810% Interest InstalmentsOnly Pay $80 Deposit
- Get Instant ConfirmationSaturday3 Dec, 2022EnglishFriday9 Dec, 2022$1,0810% Interest InstalmentsOnly Pay $80 Deposit
- Saturday17 Dec, 2022EnglishFriday23 Dec, 2022$1,0810% Interest InstalmentsOnly Pay $80 Deposit
- Wednesday21 Dec, 2022EnglishTuesday27 Dec, 2022$1,0810% Interest InstalmentsOnly Pay $80 Deposit
- Get Instant ConfirmationSaturday24 Dec, 2022EnglishFriday30 Dec, 2022$1,0810% Interest InstalmentsOnly Pay $80 Deposit
- Saturday14 Jan, 2023EnglishFriday20 Jan, 2023$1,0810% Interest InstalmentsOnly Pay $80 Deposit
- Get Instant ConfirmationSaturday21 Jan, 2023EnglishFriday27 Jan, 2023$1,0810% Interest InstalmentsOnly Pay $80 Deposit
- Get Instant ConfirmationSaturday28 Jan, 2023EnglishFriday3 Feb, 2023$1,0810% Interest InstalmentsOnly Pay $80 Deposit
- Saturday11 Feb, 2023EnglishFriday17 Feb, 2023$1,0810% Interest InstalmentsOnly Pay $80 Deposit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is there a hotel list available?
The tour operator has advised that they do not have a full list of accommodations available for the Amplified NZ tour, as the accommodations change so frequently. After the booking is made you will be issued your final trip documents with your specific accommodation details. However, a couple of examples of accommodations they use for this tour are the Haka hotel in Newmarket and YHA Hostel in Wellington - hopefully, this can give you a better idea of the kind of accommodation you can expect on tour.
- When and where does the tour end?
This tour concludes at approximately 6 pm at YHA Hostel in Wellington. Luckily, you accommodation on the last night of the tour is included, so feel free to party with your new travel buddies and treat yourself to a lie-in in the morning, where your tour ends after breakfast.
- When and where does the tour start?
This tour starts at 8 am on the first day of the tour, from the tour operator's very own Haka Hotel in Auckland (located in Newmarket on Manukau road). As this tour has such an early start, you can choose to stay in the hotel the night before the tour starts, which gives you a relaxed start to your Haka experience. Get ready, because on the first day of the tour, you will stop by the famous Hot Water Beach, which thousands visit each year to dig their own personal hot tub.
- Do you arrange airport transfers?
Airport transfers can be arranged at an additional cost, please contact our customer support team for more information.
- What are the optional excursions?
The optional excursions for this tour are:
Cathedral Cove Kayaking | Coromandel. Price: $115
Glowworm Cave Tour | Waitomo. Price: $59
Black Water Rafting | Waitomo. Price: $142
Lost World Caving | Waitomo. Price: $405
OGO | Rotorua. Price: $35 - $80
Forest Ziplining | Rotorua. Price: $149
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour | Rotorua. Price: $119
River Sledging | Rotorua. Price: $109
White Water Rafting | Rotorua. Price: $99
Bungy | Water Touch | Taupo. Price: $180
Lake Taupo Sailing - Fearless | Taupo. Price: $39
Skydive | Taupo. Price: $279 - $359
The Tongariro Crossing | Taupo. Price: $65 - $175
Weta Workshop | Wellington. Price: $28
Personalised Tour Video - TikiPici. Price: $285 - $1200
Please note that this list is a guideline only and that prices are subject to change. - Can you assist with booking additional accommodation?
Of course, we can! Once you have a confirmed booking on this tour, we can request additional accommodation for you with the tour operator.
- What is the age range?
This tour has an age requirement of 18 years old, which means that children and young travellers under the age of 18 are not eligible to participate in this tour. There is no maximum age limit for this tour and all mature travellers are welcome!
- I'm a solo traveller, is there a single supplement?
The tour price includes dorm share accommodation but if you would prefer your own space you have the option to upgrade to a private room, with the exception of the 1 night shared cultural experience. Please contact our customer support team to arrange this.
- Do I need a visa?
As a tour booking website, TourRadar cannot organise visas for you on your behalf as the visa requirements are regularly being updated and vary for the nationality of one traveller to the next. It is for this reason that we recommend checking with your local embassy or consulate website for the latest up to date information.
- What items on the posted itinerary are included in the price?
The North Island Adventure tour has the following inclusions:
-Transport, breakfast and accommodation (max 6 share, upgrades available)
-Passionate Kiwi Guide
-Maori Cultural experience in the Coromandel and Rotorua
-Traditional Maori ‘Hangi’ (food cooked using heated rocks buried in an underground oven)
-Explore an extraordinary geyser land with candy coloured water and geothermal activity at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
-Carve your own ‘Tiki’ pendant from bone
-Stunning cliff top walk to Cathedral Cove, which you might recognise from the Chronicles of Narnia
-Soak in a natural hot pool in the forest
The other activities, such as zip lining, skydiving and rafting are all optional so that everyone can choose what they would like to do. Therefore they are not included in the price.
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