Grand Pacific Tours 8 Day Taste of the North Island
Discover New Zealand's North Island with this 8 Day Taste of the North escorted coach tour. Join Grand Pacific for a northern adventure and create memories that will last a lifetime. Beginning in Wellington, New Zealand's quirky capital, head north through the cultural centre of Rotorua for a traditional Maori experience, then continue to the beautiful Bay of Islands, cruise to Cape Brett and out to the famous Hole in the Rock before heading back south to Auckland and an evening exploring the City of Sails.
Included in this tour package
- Accommodation: 7 nights, Hotel 3 star
- Includes: 5 dinners
- Includes: All breakfasts
- Includes: Airport transfers
- Includes: Experienced Tour Leader
- Includes: Cruise to Cape Brett and the Hole in the Rock, Bay of Islands
- Includes: Matakohe Kauri Museum
- Includes: Entrance to Agrodome and show
- Includes: Rotorua Skyline Gondola
- Includes: Te Puia Maori Arts & Crafts
- Includes: Huka Falls Taupo
- Includes: Wellington City Sights Tour
- Includes: Te Papa Museum of New Zealand
- Includes: Traditional Maori Hangi & Cultural Evening
- Includes: Auckland City Sights Tour
At a glance - Grand Pacific Tours 8 Day Taste of the North Island
Day 1: Welcome to Wellington. Accommodation: Hotel Ibis Wellington (or similar)
Day 2: Explore the capital of cool. Accommodation: Hotel Ibis Wellington (or similar)
Day 3: Travel the Thermal Highway. Accommodation: Sudima Lake Rotorua (or similar)
Day 4: Does it smell funny to you?. Accommodation: Sudima Lake Rotorua (or similar)
Day 5: To the top of the North. Accommodation: Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge (or similar)
Day 6: Cruise and adventure around the Islands. Accommodation: Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge (or similar)
Day 7: Travel to the bustling centre of Auckland. Accommodation: Rydges Hotel Auckland (or similar)
Day 8: Farewell tou your new friends.
Back to topGrand Pacific Tours 8 Day Taste of the North Island - Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Wellington
Arrive into Wellington
Arrive into Wellington where you will be met by a Grand Pacific Tours representative and transferred to your hotel. This evening, meet your travelling companions over a complimentary pre-dinner drink.
Grand Pacific 8 Day Taste of the North Island
Starting in Wellington and finishing Auckland The Grand Pacific 8 day Taste of the North Island explores the highlights including the capital city of Wellington, Rotorua, Bay of Islands and Auckland City.
Your Accommodation: Hotel Ibis Wellington (or similar)
Hotel Ibis Wellington is ideally located in Featherston Street in the heart of Wellington City and easy walking distance to Wellington's famous cafe lifestyle.
Meals included: Dinner
Day 2: Explore the capital of cool
Full day in Wellington
A highlight this morning will be time to explore Te Papa, New Zealand’s National Museum with exhibits that embrace both Maori and European views. Reboard your coach for an extensive city tour which showcases the history and culture on show. Enjoy free time this afternoon and this evening is also free to choose your own dining arrangements.
Your Accommodation: Hotel Ibis Wellington (or similar)
Hotel Ibis Wellington is ideally located in Featherston Street in the heart of Wellington City and easy walking distance to Wellington's famous cafe lifestyle.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 3: Travel the Thermal Highway
Wellington to Taupo to Rotorua
Depart Wellington and view the snow capped peaks of Mt Ruapehu and Mt Tongariro as you travel to Lake Taupo. Visit the spectacular Huka Falls then travel along the Thermal Explorer Highway to the geothermal wonderland of Rotorua.
Your Accommodation: Sudima Lake Rotorua (or similar)
The Sudima Hotel Lake Rotorua enjoys a location that is second-to-none on the very shores of beautiful Lake Rotorua, adjacent to the world famous Polynesian Spa complex and just a short stroll to all the attractions in Rotorua.
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4: Does it smell funny to you?
Rotorua
Today begins with a Gondola ride and breakfast at the Skyline Rotorua. There is also time for a luge ride! Next stop is Agrodome for an action packed hour of farming entertainment and education that’s unlike anything you’ve seen before. Visit Te Puia to see the boiling mud pools and awesome Geysers that Rotorua is famous for. Enjoy some free time this afternoon. This evening experience an entertaining Maori Hangi and Concert.
Your Accommodation: Sudima Lake Rotorua (or similar)
The Sudima Hotel Lake Rotorua enjoys a location that is second-to-none on the very shores of beautiful Lake Rotorua, adjacent to the world famous Polynesian Spa complex and just a short stroll to all the attractions in Rotorua.
Meals included: Breakfast, Speciality Dinner
Day 5: To the top of the North
Rotorua to Auckland to the Bay of Islands
This morning depart Rotorua and travel north via Auckland. Continue via Whangarei to Paihia, situated in the heart of the beautiful Bay of Islands. Enjoy an introduction to the Bay of Islands, location of the signing of the treaty between the Maori tribes and the British.
Your Accommodation: Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge (or similar)
The Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge, Paihia is located on the waterfront only 100 metres from Paihia wharf and township. All rooms are air-conditioned and hotel facilities include restaurant, swimming pool, spa pool and sauna.
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6: Cruise and adventure around the Islands
Bay of Islands
This morning cruise through the beautiful Bay of Islands on board a luxury catamaran to Cape Brett and the famous Hole in the Rock. Keep an eye out for bottlenose and common dolphins before returning via Russell to Paihia for a free afternoon. A range of optional activities are available or you may choose to relax and enjoy the pleasant atmosphere of the waterfront.
Your Accommodation: Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge (or similar)
The Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge, Paihia is located on the waterfront only 100 metres from Paihia wharf and township. All rooms are air-conditioned and hotel facilities include restaurant, swimming pool, spa pool and sauna.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 7: Travel to the bustling centre of Auckland
Bay of Islands to Auckland
Depart the Bay of Islands this morning and travel via Whangarei and Dargaville to Matakohe. Enjoy a visit and informative talk at the Kauri Museum before continuing to Auckland for a city sights tour. This evening enjoys a farewell dinner with selected beverages and your new friends.
Your Accommodation: Rydges Hotel Auckland (or similar)
Nestled in the heart of Auckland's CBD, Rydges Auckland offers an ideal location. The hotel is a short stroll from business and retail districts, the Casino, the America's Cup Viaduct Village and superb waterfront restaurants.
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8: Farewell tou your new friends
Depart Auckland
After breakfast (included) it's time to say goodbye. You will be transferred to the airport for your onward journey after a memorable New Zealand holiday.
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