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This independent mini-tour takes you from Auckland to see the beautiful Bay of Islands. Choose from excursions including the famous Hole in the Rock cruise and a Dolphin Encounter, and also spend some free time relaxing in this beautiful region.
Tour Highlights
- Auckland to Bay of Islands transfer
- Hibiscus Coast
- Paihia
- Bay of Islands
- Choice of excursion on your second day
Departs daily from Auckland at 7.30am
Day 1 Auckland to Bay of Islands
Travel over the Auckland Harbour Bridge and north through the northern suburbs before reaching the beautiful beaches of the Hibiscus Coast and the beautiful Bay of Islands. Arriving around midday, the rest of the afternoon is free to explore this delightful area. Recommended is a ferry ride to Russell and a visit to New Zealand’s Treaty House where the Maori and representatives to the Queen signed the infamous Waitangi Treaty in 1840.
Day 2 Bay of Islands
Today the choice to view the Bay of Islands from the water or visit Cape Reinga, New Zealand's most northern point where the Pacific Ocean and Tasman Sea's crash together. You may choose from either a Cape Reinga Day Tour, Cape Brett Hole in the Rock Cruise, Dolphin Adventure or the historic and more leisurely Cream Trip cruise.
Day 3 Bay of Islands
Today is free to explore the Bay of Islands.
Day 4 Bay of Islands to Auckland
This morning board the coach for the journey back to Auckland arriving between 5.30pm & 8pm
Choice of hotels
Value Grade - Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands
Popular Grade - Copthorne Bay of Islands (Gardenview room)
Superior Grade - Copthorne Bay of Islands (Waterview room)
Please note this is an independent tour and not escorted.
Cost Per Person - Departs Daily
| Value Hotels | Double | Single | Triple |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 May 13 - 30 Sep 13 | £349 | £483 | £339 |
| 01 Oct 13 - 30 Apr 14 | £398 | £571 | £377 |
| Standard Hotels | Double | Single | Triple |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 May 13 - 30 Sep 13 | £337 | £458 | £330 |
| 01 Oct 13 - 30 Apr 14 | £438 | £652 | £404 |
| Superior Hotels | Double | Single | Triple |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 May 13 - 30 Sep 13 | £364 | £513 | £349 |
| 01 Oct 13 - 30 Apr 14 | £467 | £710 | £424 |
Price Includes
- Auckland to Bay of Islands transfer
- Hotel accommodation in the grade chosen
- Choice of excursion on day 2
Child aged 3-13 pays £101 when sharing with 2 adults.
Pre-Pay Your Meals:
3 Breakfasts
Value: £70 / Popular: £65 / Superior: £65
3 Breakfasts & 3 Dinners
Value: £181 / Popular: £181 / Superior £181
PRE & POST TOUR HOTELS
Tour starts early morning (between 7am & 8am) and conclude early evening (approx 6pm - 8pm). We strongly recommended that you allow us to arrange your pre and post tour hotel stays - see our selection of Auckland hotels.