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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)
  • 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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AAT Kings
City & Culture
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

    Wellington
    Accommodation
    Hotel (James Cook Grand Chancellor)

    Optional Activities

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

    Wellington to Napier

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

    Included Activities

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

    Napier

    Napier
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Scenic Hotel Te Pania)

    Included Activities

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

    Optional Activities

    • Wine tour of Hawkes Bay wineries
    • Tour of the local Gannet Colony, the largest nesting colony of its type in the world
    Landmarks
    Napier Art Deco District
    Gannet Colony
  4. 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
    • Pounamu (Jade) carving workshop tour with skilled artisans (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience)
    • Te Pō Indigenous Experience at Te Puia including 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

    Rotorua
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sudima Lake Rotorua)

    Optional Activities

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

    Rotorua to Auckland

    Rotorua to Auckland
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Adina Apartment Hotel Britomart)

    Included Activities

    • City sights tour of Auckland
    • Interactive All Blacks Experience including displays, presentations, and traditional haka performance
    Landmarks
    All Blacks Experience
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  7. Day 7

    Auckland to Bay of Islands

    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)
    • Viewing of the world's largest ceremonial war canoe
    • Viewing of a carved meeting house
    Landmarks
    Waitangi Treaty Grounds
    Bay of Islands
  8. Day 8

    Bay of Islands

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

    Optional Activities

    • Cape Reinga tour 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

    Bay of Islands to Auckland
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Adina Apartment Hotel Britomart)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Whangarei
    Landmarks
    Whangarei
  10. Day 10

    Auckland

    Auckland

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Where You'll Stay

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  • James Cook Grand Chancellor

    Hotel
    day 1

  • Scenic Hotel Te Pania

    Hotel
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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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AAT Kings

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Rating
4.4 (118 reviews)
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within 3 days
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    • For any tour departing before September 21st, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after September 21st, 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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