Grand Pacific Tours 9 Day Ultimate North Island Escape
Enjoy an unforgettable ultimate experience in the rich culture of the North Island on this all-inclusive small group holiday. This tour visits some lesser-known regions such as the Art Deco city of Napier and the wine-producing region of the Wairarapa. Scrumptious dinners including a speciality Maori Hangi & Concert in Rotorua all included. Visit the Hobbiton Movie Set and embrace the beauty of the thermal mud pools and geysers in Rotorua.
Included in this tour package
- Accommodation: 8 nights, Hotel 4 star
- Includes: 1 Lunch
- Includes: 7 dinners
- Includes: All breakfasts
- Includes: Airport transfers
- Includes: Professional Coach Captain
- Includes: Matakohe Kauri Museum
- Includes: Hole in the Rock Dolphin Cruise
- Includes: Hobbiton Movie Set Tour, Matamata
- Includes: Te Puia Maori Hangi & Concert
- Includes: Entrance to Agrodome and show
- Includes: Rotorua Skyline Gondola with breakfast
- Includes: Huka Falls Taupo
- Includes: Wellington City Sights Tour
- Includes: Entry to Auckland Sky Tower
- Includes: Waitangi Treaty Grounds
- Includes: Auckland City Sights Tour
- Includes: Napier City Sights Tour
At a glance - Grand Pacific Tours 9 Day Ultimate North Island Escape
Day 1: Welcome to Auckland. Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Auckland (or similar)
Day 2: See the mighty Kauri trees as you head north. Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands (or similar)
Day 3: A day to enjoy. Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands (or similar)
Day 4: Cruise out to the hole in the rock and maybe see some wildlife. Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Auckland (or similar)
Day 5: Glimpse the Hobbit world as you visit the Shire. Accommodation: Regent of Rotorua (or similar)
Day 6: Adventure in a thermal wonderland. Accommodation: Regent of Rotorua (or similar)
Day 7: Rotorua to Napier. Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Te Pania (or similar)
Day 8: Don't get blown away as you reach "windy Wellington". Accommodation: InterContinental Wellington (or similar)
Day 9: Depart Wellington.
Back to topGrand Pacific Tours 9 Day Ultimate North Island Escape - Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Auckland
Arrive into Auckland
On arrival into Auckland, you will be met by a Grand Pacific Tours representative who will transfer you to your hotel. This evening, meet your travelling companions over a complimentary pre-dinner drink.
Your Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Auckland (or similar)
Crowne Plaza Auckland is an upscale hotel ideally located in the heart of Auckland’s CBD and entertainment hub. Offering superior comfort, personal service and contemporary style and an abundance of attractions, entertainment and dining in close proximity.
Meals included: Dinner
Day 2: See the mighty Kauri trees as you head north
Auckland to the Bay of Islands
Depart Auckland and travel to the Parry Kauri Park to see a magnificent example of a Kauri Tree. Enjoy a visit and informative talk at the Kauri Museum in Matakohe, then travel via Whangarei to Paihia, situated in the heart of the beautiful Bay of Islands. Enjoy a guided tour of the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, the location of the signing of the treaty between the Maori tribes and the British.
Your Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands (or similar)
Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands expansive sub-tropical gardens and extensive guest facilities, enhances the welcoming atmosphere of this resort-style hotel. It's the perfect base from which to explore the beautiful and historic Bay of Islands.
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3: A day to enjoy
Bay of Islands
Today is a free day. Choose from the many optional activities available, including the Cape Reinga coach trip via Ninety Mile Beach or a spectacular scenic flight. This evening is also free and you may like to enjoy a relaxing dinner cruise (optional).
Your Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands (or similar)
Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands expansive sub-tropical gardens and extensive guest facilities, enhances the welcoming atmosphere of this resort-style hotel. It's the perfect base from which to explore the beautiful and historic Bay of Islands.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 4: Cruise out to the hole in the rock and maybe see some wildlife
Bay of Islands
This morning you will explore the scenic beauty of the Bay of Islands aboard a luxury catamaran. Spend some time at Otehei Bay on Urapukapuka Island before you cruise to Cape Brett and the famous Hole in the Rock. On return to Paihia travel south via Whangarei to Auckland.
Your Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Auckland (or similar)
Crowne Plaza Auckland is an upscale hotel ideally located in the heart of Auckland’s CBD and entertainment hub. Offering superior comfort, personal service and contemporary style and an abundance of attractions, entertainment and dining in close proximity.
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5: Glimpse the Hobbit world as you visit the Shire
Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton
This morning enjoy a city sights tour including a visit to Sky Tower, one of New Zealand's most spectacular attractions. Continue through the picturesque countryside to Hobbiton for a buffet lunch. This is followed by a guided tour of the Movie Set from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies. Your guide will recount details of how this beautiful piece of farmland was transformed into The Shire from Middle Earth.
Your Accommodation: Regent of Rotorua (or similar)
Regent of Rotorua Boutique Hotel & Spa occupies a great location within walking distance of the lakefront, the government gardens and the city centres shops and restaurants. Luxury rooms are well equipped and on-site facilities include a swimming pool, restaurant, bar and spa treatments.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Adventure in a thermal wonderland
Rotorua
Today begins with a gondola ride at the Skyline Rotorua for breakfast, with spectacular views and time for a thrilling luge ride! Next stop is Agrodome for an action packed hour of farming entertainment and education that's unlike anything you've seen before. Enjoy some free time this afternoon before travelling to Te Puia to see the boiling mud pools and awesome geysers that Rotorua is famous for. This evening you will experience an entertaining Maori cultural performance which features the graceful poi dance and the ferocious haka. This is followed by a Hangi feast prepared in the traditional way, over hot coals and buried in the ground. This evening is rounded off by visiting the Pohutu Geyser, illuminated beneath a starry sky.
Your Accommodation: Regent of Rotorua (or similar)
Regent of Rotorua Boutique Hotel & Spa occupies a great location within walking distance of the lakefront, the government gardens and the city centres shops and restaurants. Luxury rooms are well equipped and on-site facilities include a swimming pool, restaurant, bar and spa treatments.
Meals included: Breakfast, Speciality Dinner
Day 7: Rotorua to Napier
Rotorua to Napier
Depart Rotorua and travel along the Thermal Explorer Highway to Huka Falls and Lake Taupo. Continue to Napier known as "The Art Deco Capital", where the most comprehensive collection of art deco buildings in the world can be found. Hear informative commentary on the city's fascinating history. Enjoy some free time this afternoon to explore the city, you might choose to do a guided walk (optional).
Your Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Te Pania (or similar)
Scenic Hotel Te Pania offers 4-star accommodation of a truly international standard. The hotel's slender curved form echoes the shape of the bay, and guests enjoy sweeping views out over the water from a premium waterfront location on Marine Parade.
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8: Don't get blown away as you reach "windy Wellington"
Napier to Wellington
Travel south this morning into Wellington for a city tour of the nation’s capital which will highlight the history and culture on show here. This evening enjoy a farewell dinner including selected beverages with your new found friends.
Your Accommodation: InterContinental Wellington (or similar)
Stay in modern luxury in the heart of New Zealand’s capital city, adjacent to the scenic harbour. This hotel offers contemporary New Zealand cuisine at three restaurants, including the award-winning Chameleon. An ideal base to explore the business, shopping and cultural centres of Wellington.
Meals included: Breakfast, Speciality Dinner
Day 9: Depart Wellington
Farewell from Wellington
Time to say goodbye. Your tour finishes following breakfast (included) this morning and you will be transferred to the airport for your onward journey if required.
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