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New Zealand's Northern Gems (Small Group)

10 days
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From Wellington to Auckland
4.3
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  • Traditional Maori performance inside a decorated hall.
  • A cityscape of Wellington with a view of the harbor, lush green parks, and a red cable car in the foreground.
  • A panoramic view of Wellington harbor with yachts and a vibrant blue sea under a clear sky.
  • A peaceful lakeside scene with a person sitting on a dock extending into calm water during sunset.
  • A geothermal pool with vibrant colors, surrounded by steam rising into a blue sky.
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  • Geyser erupting in a geothermal area
  • Aerial view of the Auckland War Memorial Museum
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AAT Kings
In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 48
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Wellington

    Accommodation
    Hotel (James Cook Grand Chancellor)

    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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  2. Day 2

    Wellington to Napier

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Scenic Hotel Te Pania)

    Included Activities

    • Wellington city sights tour
    Landmarks
    Napier Art Deco District
  3. Day 3

    Napier

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Scenic Hotel Te Pania)

    Included Activities

    • Private walking tour of the Art Deco quarter with local expert guide from Art Deco Trust (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience)

    Optional Activities

    • Wine tour of Hawkes Bay wineries
    • Tour of the local Gannet Colony
    Landmarks
    Napier Art Deco District
    Cape Kidnappers Gannet Colony
  4. Day 4

    Napier to Rotorua

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Buffet dinner of hāngī-inspired cuisine at Te Puia)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sudima Lake Rotorua)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Huka Falls
    • Behind-the-scenes experience at Pounamu (Jade) carving workshop tour (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience)
    • Te Pō Indigenous Experience at Te Puia - cultural performance in Te Aronui a Rua meeting house, views of Pohutu Geyser, and buffet dinner of hāngī-inspired cuisine
    Landmarks
    Huka Falls
    Te Puia
    Pohutu Geyser
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  5. Day 5

    Rotorua

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sudima Lake Rotorua)

    Optional Activities

    • Relax at Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa thermal springs
    • Hobbiton Movie Set tour (The Lord of the Rings & The Hobbit movie locations)
    • Scenic flight
    Landmarks
    Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa
    Hobbiton Movie Set
  6. Day 6

    Rotorua to Auckland

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Adina Apartment Hotel Britomart)

    Included Activities

    • Auckland city sights tour
    • Interactive All Blacks Experience with traditional haka performance
    Landmarks
    All Blacks Experience
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  7. Day 7

    Auckland to Bay of Islands

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Copthorne Hotel and Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of the Waitangi Treaty Grounds (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience)
    • View the world's largest ceremonial war canoe
    • View a carved meeting house
    Landmarks
    Treaty of Waitangi Grounds
  8. Day 8

    Bay of Islands

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Copthorne Hotel and Resort)

    Optional Activities

    • Travel to Cape Reinga via Ninety Mile Beach
    • Cruise to the Hole in the Rock with island stopover
    • Tour of Russell
    Landmarks
    Cape Reinga
    Ninety Mile Beach
    Hole in the Rock
    Russell
  9. Day 9

    Bay of Islands to Auckland

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Adina Apartment Hotel Britomart)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Whangarei
    Landmarks
    Whangarei
  10. Day 10

    Auckland

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Where You'll Stay

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  • James Cook Grand Chancellor

    Hotel
    day 1

  • Scenic Hotel Te Pania

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  • Sudima Lake Rotorua

    Hotel
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  • Adina Apartment Hotel Britomart

    Hotel
    Days 6, 9

  • Copthorne Hotel and Resort

    Hotel
    Days 7, 8

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  • Woldeyesus
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    Service was great and the touring team was awesome!!
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    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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    • 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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