AAT Kings Jewels of the Bay
Get to know the Northernmost area in New Zealand. Cruise the islands of the Bay and view Cape Brett and the Hole in the Rock up close, stand beneath the humbling Kauri Trees and choose how you spend a free day in the beautiful town of Paihia. This tour is short and sweet but easily added to the AAT Kings 7-day Iconic North. Matched together you have the perfect 10-day journey through New Zealand's North Island.
Included in this tour package
- Accommodation: 2 nights, Hotel 4 star
- Includes: 3 breakfasts
- Includes: 1 dinner
- Includes: Airport transfers
- Includes: Hole in the Rock Dolphin Cruise
- Includes: Parry Kauri Park
At a glance - AAT Kings Jewels of the Bay
Day 1: Travel north to the beautiful Bay of Islands. Accommodation: Copthorne Hotel & Resort Bay of Islands (or similar)
Day 2: Choose how you want to explore the Bay of Islands. Accommodation: Copthorne Hotel & Resort Bay of Islands (or similar)
Day 3: Return back to Auckland.
Back to topAAT Kings Jewels of the Bay - Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Travel north to the beautiful Bay of Islands
On arrival into Auckland airport you will be transferred to your hotel.
After clearing formalities and collecting you will be collected and transferred to your accommodation.
Auckland to Pahia
Depart Auckland City and travel north over the Harbour Bridge past the sprawling suburbs of the North Shore of Auckland. Our travels then take you through Northland’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 a dinner at your hotel, you will be staying in a garden view room, to upgrade to a Water View Room please discuss with our specialists.
Your Accommodation: Copthorne Hotel & Resort Bay of Islands (or similar)
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 2: Choose how you want to explore the Bay of Islands
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 experience a day of sailing aboard a historic tall ship, enjoy wine tasting, or join a Russell Mini Tour and learn a little more about the settling of the Bay of Islands. We offer a wide range of activities for you to choose from. Your AAT Kings Travel Director will assist you in booking all your chosen optional experiences. Tonight, you are free to dine as you wish.
Your Accommodation: Copthorne Hotel & Resort Bay of Islands (or similar)
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 3: Return back to Auckland
Bay of Islands to Auckland
Enjoy a leisurely morning in the Bay of Islands before you travel back to Auckland. Our journey south takes us 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. Your trip ends upon arrival in Auckland.
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