5 Day Bay of Islands Tourer
5 Day Bay of Islands Tourer
If you've only got a limited time in New Zealand and you're flying into Auckland then why not explore the Bay of Islands on this excellent self driving tour including the 'Hole in the Rock' cruise.
Book your self drive tour this month and receive an Earlybird Discount of 10%. Make full payment by 31 July 2018 to qualify or receive a discount of 7.5% if you pay by 30 September 2018.
Tour Info
| Tour Type: | Self Drive Tours |
| From: | Auckland to Auckland |
| Departures: | May 2018 to March 2019 |
| Price: |
From (NZD) $770 per person
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| Tour Operator: | Relaxing Journeys |
| Pace: | Relaxing |
| Duration: | 5 Days |
| Tour Code: | GNBIT |
Inclusions
| 4 nights accommodation |
| Rental vehicle of your choice |
| Hole in the Rock & Cape Brett cruise, in the Bay of Islands |
| Comprehensive travel compendium, including Lord of the Rings Location Guidebook, maps, vouchers and travel guides |
Book your self drive tour this month and receive an Earlybird Discount of 10%. Make full payment by 31 July 2018 to qualify or receive a discount of 7.5% if you pay by 30 September 2018.
Day by Day Tour Itinerary
After clearing customs and immigration you will pick up your rental car from Auckland Airport and then make your way to your hotel in the central City. Auckland – the “City of Sails” is New Zealand’s largest city and surrounded by two harbours.
This morning head north out of Auckland to the Bay of Islands. Take some time to visit Kerikeri on the way for arts, crafts, antiques and see one of the oldest buildings in the country – the Stone Store. Then you can make your way to Paihia, holiday resort of the North and gateway to the beautiful Bay of Islands. (2 nights)
You can relax today and enjoy the Bay of Islands in a number of ways. We’ve included a cruise to the famous Hole in the Rock & Cape Brett for you this morning. Board the luxury catamaran which will whisk you on a comfortable journey out through game fishing waters to the Cape Brett Lighthouse. Next is Motukokako Island and the famous “Hole in the Rock” where we make a passage through the Hole and on to the Grand Cathedral Cave.
On the return journey the cruise takes its time and meanders through the inner islands. View sandy beaches, beautiful bays and marine wildlife as your skipper gives an informative commentary. Included is an island stopover on beautiful Urupukapuka Island. As your catamaran docks at the Historic Otehei Bay, enjoy the white sandy beach, picturesque views and its rich archaeological landscape. On the way back you might like to stop off at Russell (New Zealand’s first capital) which was also known as the “Hell Hole of the Pacific” It’s now a quaint seaside village where you can take some time to wander around and enjoy.
It’s a good day for exploring today as there are many possibilities for stops on the way down south. At Waipu turn left to Waipu Cove and follow that road down through Langs Bach and Mangawhai. Waipu Cove is the local surf beach in the area. Further on, at the old Bohemian settlement of Puhoi have a drink and sample some local cheese. A little further south is Waiwera where there are mineral hot pools to bathe and have fun in. Return to Auckland tonight.
After breakfast this morning, please make your way to the airport where you will return your car in time for your onward flight.
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