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New Zealand's Northern Gems (Small Groups)

10 days
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From Wellington to Auckland
4.4 (118 reviews)
  • 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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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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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. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Wellington

    Wellington
    Accommodation
    Hotel (James Cook Grand Chancellor)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand) - entrance fee applies
    Landmarks
    Te Papa
  3. Day 2

    Wellington to Napier

    Wellington to Napier
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Scenic Hotel Te Pania)

    Included Activities

    • Wellington city sights tour
    • Travel to Napier
    Landmarks
    Napier Art Deco Quarter
  4. Day 3

    Napier

    Napier
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Scenic Hotel Te Pania)

    Included Activities

    • Private walking tour of the Art Deco quarter with Art Deco Trust guide

    Optional Activities

    • Wine tour of Hawkes Bay wineries
    • Tour of the local Gannet Colony
    Landmarks
    Napier Art Deco Quarter
    Hawkes Bay Wineries
    Gannet Colony
  5. Day 4

    Napier to Rotorua

    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
    • Travel to Rotorua
    • Pounamu (Jade) carving workshop tour
    • Te Pō Indigenous Experience at Te Puia - cultural performance, Pohutu Geyser viewing, and buffet dinner
    Landmarks
    Huka Falls
    Pohutu Geyser
    Te Puia
  6. Day 5

    Rotorua

    Rotorua
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sudima Lake Rotorua)

    Optional Activities

    • Relax at Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa
    • Hobbiton Movie Set tour
    • Scenic flight
    Landmarks
    Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa
    Hobbiton Movie Set
  7. Day 6

    Rotorua to Auckland

    Rotorua to Auckland
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Radisson RED Auckland)

    Included Activities

    • Travel to Auckland
    • Auckland city sights tour
    • Interactive All Blacks Experience - displays, presentations, and traditional haka performance
    Landmarks
    All Blacks Experience
  8. Day 7

    Auckland to Bay of Islands

    Auckland to Bay of Islands
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Copthorne Hotel and Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Travel to Bay of Islands
    • Guided tour of Waitangi Treaty Grounds
    • Cultural performance - waiata (songs), poi, and traditional haka
    Landmarks
    Waitangi Treaty Grounds
  9. Day 8

    Bay of Islands

    Bay of Islands
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Copthorne Hotel and Resort)

    Optional Activities

    • Trip 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
  10. Day 9

    Bay of Islands to Auckland

    Bay of Islands to Auckland
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Radisson RED Auckland)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Whangarei
    • Travel to Auckland
    Landmarks
    Whangarei
  11. Day 10

    Auckland

    Auckland
    Meals
    Breakfast

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  • James Cook Grand Chancellor

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