AAT Kings 8 Day Northern Discovery
Spend an exciting 8 days discovering New Zealand's North Island on the AAT Kings Northern Discovery Tour. From Auckland to Wellington, you will experience a range of must-do activities including a visit to the Tamaki Maori Village for a traditional show and feast, a tour through the magical Waitomo glow worm caves, time to explore Te Papa, New Zealand's national museum, city sights tours through Rotorua, Auckland and Wellington and a visit to the Parry Kauri Park to see the mighty Kauri trees. Relax in the evenings in an excellent range of 4 star hotels and enjoy the opportunity to try sample delicious local cuisine.

Included in this tour package
- Accommodation: 7 nights, Hotel 4 star
- Includes: 4 dinners
- Includes: All breakfasts
- Includes: Private airport transfers
- Includes: Cruise to Cape Brett and the Hole in the Rock, Bay of Islands
- Includes: Tamaki Maori Village show and dinner, Rotorua
- Includes: Wellington City Sights Tour
- Includes: Te Papa Museum of New Zealand
- Includes: Entry to Auckland Sky Tower
- Includes: Parry Kauri Park
- Includes: Rotorua City Sights Tour



At a glance - AAT Kings 8 Day Northern Discovery
Day 1: Arrive Auckland City. Accommodation: Stamford Plaza, Auckland
Day 2: Pass though lush Northland farm country to reach the tropical Bay of Islands. Accommodation: Copthorne Hotel & Resort Bay of Islands
Day 3: Enjoy the beauty of this idyllic tropical area with a dolphin cruise, a sailing trip or relaxing on the beach. Accommodation: Copthorne Hotel & Resort Bay of Islands
Day 4: Return to Auckland via Whangarei and its quirky galleries. Accommodation: Stamford Plaza, Auckland
Day 5: Travel south through lush king country - stopping at Waitomo Caves - before continuing on to geothermal Rotorua. Accommodation: Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Day 6: Take a day to experience the thermal delights of Rotorua. Accommodation: Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Day 7: Stop at Huka Falls before crossing the 'volcanic plateau,' then traverse the Kapiti Coast to Wellington. Accommodation: James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Day 8: Depart Wellington.
Back to topAAT Kings 8 Day Northern Discovery - Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Auckland City

On arrival into Auckland airport you will be transferred to your hotel
Welcome to Auckland, New Zealand’s City of Sails. Flights can arrive any time prior to 4.00pm and you will be transferred from the airport to your Auckland hotel in a private car. After you check-in, you can head out and explore Auckland. Take a walk down Queen Street, to the main shopping precinct by the Viaduct Harbour and the Auckland Waterfront region. This recently developed area of central Auckland has cafes and restaurants galore. Take a seat in the sunshine, enjoy a glass of one of New Zealand's famous Sauvignon Blancs and watch the maritime activity on Waitemata Harbour.
Your Accommodation: Stamford Plaza, Auckland
Located just a few minutes stroll from Auckland's vibrant waterfront the Stamford Plaza Hotel offers 5 star accommodation and services including 4 on site restaurants to choose from.
Day 2: Pass though lush Northland farm country to reach the tropical Bay of Islands

Auckland to the Bay of Islands
This morning depart Auckland City and travel north over the Harbour Bridge past the sprawling suburbs of the North Shore of Auckland. Your travels then take you through Nothland's lush farmland scenery before arriving into the beautiful Bay of Islands. Experience spectacular scenery as you cruise through game fishing waters to Cape Brett and, weather permitting, through the famous Hole in the Rock formation. The return cruise to Paihia meanders through picturesque islands - see deserted sandy beaches and secluded bays and keep your eyes peeled for the marine life. This evening enjoy dinner at your hotel.
Your Accommodation: Copthorne Hotel & Resort Bay of Islands
Copthorne Hotel & Resort Bay of Islands is located within the Waitangi Treaty grounds, surrounded by native bush and the beautiful Bay of Islands Harbour.
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3: Enjoy the beauty of this idyllic tropical area with a dolphin cruise, a sailing trip or relaxing on the beach

Bay of Islands
Today is a completely free day for you to experience the beauty of the Bay of Islands. Perhaps head back out on to the water and go on a dolphin watching cruise, and maybe even jump in the water for a swim with these magnificent creatures. Experience a day of sailing aboard a historic tall ship, enjoy wine tasting in Kerikeri, or join a Russell Mini Tour and learn a little more about the settling of the Bay of Islands. Your Travel Director will assist you in booking all of your chosen Included Choice and optional experiences. Tonight, you are free to dine as you wish.
Your Accommodation: Copthorne Hotel & Resort Bay of Islands
Copthorne Hotel & Resort Bay of Islands is located within the Waitangi Treaty grounds, surrounded by native bush and the beautiful Bay of Islands Harbour.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 4: Return to Auckland via Whangarei and its quirky galleries

Bay of Islands to Auckland
Enjoy a leisurely morning in the Bay of Islands before you travel back to Auckland. Your journey south takes you to Whangarei, the northern-most city in New Zealand, where you can wander around the art galleries and through the marina in the Town Basin. Later, enjoy a stop at Parry Kauri Park and take a walk among New Zealand's native forest giants, the Kauri trees before arriving into Auckland late afternoon. Tonight's highlight dinner is at The Cordis. Your personal degustation menu is made from the freshest, quality ingredients, including mouth-watering seafood and desserts.
Your Accommodation: Stamford Plaza, Auckland
Located just a few minutes stroll from Auckland's vibrant waterfront the Stamford Plaza Hotel offers 5 star accommodation and services including 4 on site restaurants to choose from.
Meals included: Breakfast, Speciality Dinner
Day 5: Travel south through lush king country - stopping at Waitomo Caves - before continuing on to geothermal Rotorua

Auckland to Rotorua
Join your travel director to discover the sights of the city, including panoramic views from the Sky Tower, 328 metres above the city. Visit Te Puia, the Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, where students carry on age-old traditions of wood carving and weaving. A tour of Rotorua's active geothermal fields follows. An evening of culture history and scrumptious food awaits you at a Highlight Dinner at the Tamaki Maori Village. Learn about Maori art forms and traditions, followed by a concert featuring local performers. Then experience an authentic Hangi meal, steamed underground in the traditional way.
Your Accommodation: Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Rotorua's largest 4 star deluxe hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of the city overlooking Lake Rotorua. Five levels of accommodation offer guests a wide variety of scenic views.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 6: Take a day to experience the thermal delights of Rotorua

Rotorua
Today choose from a range of Included Choice sightseeing experiences. Perhaps unwind at the Polynesian Spa. Visit Te Puia and tour through the Whakawerawera Thermal Reserve. Or you could take a fascinating tour of the Hobbiton movie set. Or explore Rotorua and its three lakes in an amphibious WWII era Duck. Your Travel Director will assist you in booking all of your chosen Included Choice experiences. Tonight an evening of culture, history and scrumptious food awaits you at the Tamaki Family Marae. Wander through the ancient forest village and learn about Maori art forms and traditions, followed by a concert featuring local performers. Experience an authentic Maori Hangi meal, steamed underground in the traditional way.
Your Accommodation: Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Rotorua's largest 4 star deluxe hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of the city overlooking Lake Rotorua. Five levels of accommodation offer guests a wide variety of scenic views.
Meals included: Breakfast, Speciality Dinner
Day 7: Stop at Huka Falls before crossing the 'volcanic plateau,' then traverse the Kapiti Coast to Wellington

Rotorua to Wellington
Say Haere Ra (goodbye) to Rotorua this morning and journey out through pine forests and farmland to a little hidden spot, the turquoise torrent of rapids known as Huka Falls. The road ahead unfolds in a broad panorama of Lake Taupo, New Zealand's largest lake. The stunningly blue fresh water of Lake Taupo is home to some of the best Trout fishing in the world. You will then journey south over the Central Plateau, New Zealand's main volcanic area, and along the Kapiti Coast to New Zealand's capital city, Wellington. Enjoy an exclusive after-hours guided tour of Te Papa Museum of New Zealand. Before leaving there, top off the night with a Highlight Dinner.
Your Accommodation: James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
At the heart of Wellingtons commercial and retail districts the James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor has 260 well appointed rooms and suites.
Meals included: Breakfast, Speciality Dinner
Day 8: Depart Wellington

Explore Wellington City and then your tour concludes
Why not discover more of Wellington this morning. There's time to visit the Parliament buildings and the Beehive, home to New Zealand's politicians before you will be transferred by private car to Wellington Airport for your onward flight.