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Bay of Islands

Overview

Location

Bay of Islands

Departure

Auckland

Dates

19 Sept - 20 Sept 2026

Price

$320

Description

Bay of Islands is located in the Northland and it gets its nickname “the winterless north” because of the 2000 hours of sunshine and warmth the region is drenched in each year. The area is also full of history: The combination of warm weather, history, geographical diversity, and natural beauty makes the far north a must see!

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Itinerary

Day 1

View an 800-year old Kauri tree and take a short walk through native Kauri bush. Visit the internationally famous Hundertwasser Toilet, the only building in the Southern Hemisphere designed by the Austrian born artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser. Arrive in Paihia, the birthplace of NZ and the entrance to 144 islands in the Bay of Islands. Check in to the accommodation. This afternoon we take an awesome ferry to what was once New Zealand’s capital – Russell (Kororareka). Experience picturesque beaches and history.

Day 2

Check out of lodge and put your bags on the bus. Take part in optional activities, see “Additional Info” above. These will be explained to you by your guide on Saturday. If you just want to chill and relax, Paihia Beach is a fabulous and safe place to swim or you can do one of the many well-signposted, scenic walks along the coast or through the bush. Enjoy a great selection of restaurants and eateries. LUNCH: Make your own arrangements for lunch based on the time between your activities. After a great morning, we venture back to Auckland. Approximate Arrival time in Auckland 7 pm.*

What's included

All Transport
Shared Accommodation
Awesome Tour leader
1 x Breakfast
1 x Dinner
Forest Walks
Waterfall
Hundertwasser Toilets
Kauri Trees
Russell Ferry ride

Optional activities

Parasailing

Hole in the Rock Tour and Dolphin watching

Sailing

Waitangi Treaty House & Maori Culture Show

Ferry to Russell

Evening Kayak Tour

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