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6 Day Northern Highlights
Tour
 
A 6-day
tour joining the major highlights of New Zealand’s North Island. The
itinerary includes the stunning Bay of Islands and day trip of Cape
Reinga, Maori hangi (underground oven meal) and concert, Rotorua’s Thermal Wonderland,
sightseeing tour of Auckland, art deco city of Napier, wonderful Lake
Taupo and New Zealand’s capital – Wellington.
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TOURS PRICES PER PERSON |
COST |
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01 Oct 2007 to 30 April
2008 |
$1,475.00 |
| 01 May 2008 to 30 Sep 2008 |
$1,385.00 |
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Breakfast (5) Supplement
add |
$85.00 |
| Dinner (4) Supplement add |
$120.00 |
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Single Room Supplement add |
$360.00 |
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Day 1
Auckland/Bay of Islands
Your tour departs from Rydges Hotel, Federal Street,
City at 7.30am. Cross Auckland’s distinctive Harbour
Bridge to drive north along the Hibiscus Coast,
through Kawakawa to Paihia in the Bay of Islands. A
guided visit to Waitangi with its Treaty House and
Maori war canoe. This afternoon enjoy a launch
cruise on the Bay
crossing the areas world renowned game fishing
grounds to the Cape Brett Lighthouse and famous
“Hole in the Rock”. Return through the inner islands
with their beautiful sandy beaches, sparkling waters
and marine life.
Hotel Paihia (2 nights)
Day 2
Bay of Islands
A day free for you to relax and enjoy the many
optional activities available. Your Coach Captain
will happily assist with details. A full day Tour to
Cape Reinga, New Zealand’s northern most point and
Ninety Mile Beach or explore historic Russell, New
Zealand’s first settlement and visit its original
Church, Mission House and Museum.
Day 3
Bay of Islands/Rotorua
South through the city of Whangarei to Warkworth,
passing the satellite tracking station. Auckland and
its majestic harbour soon come into view and a tour
will visit the summit of Skytower, at 328m the
tallest building in the Southern Hemisphere, for
panoramic views across the city and its two
harbours, the Domain, the central city area, the
Waterfront Drive with its numerous yacht marinas and
nearby residential suburbs. Cross the Bombay Hills
to the lush farmlands of the Waikato noted for its
horse studs. Cross the bush clad Mamaku Ranges to
Rotorua.
Lake Plaza Hotel (2 nights)
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Day 4
Rotorua
A sightseeing tour visits the Agrodome for a display
featuring New Zealand’s various sheep breeds with a
shearing demonstration. See pools of brown and
rainbow trout at Rainbow Springs Park and even
native birds including the Kiwi. The spectacular
Skyline Gondola offers superb views over city, lake
and mountains and for a little excitement, try a
Luge ride with our compliments. Time for optional
activities this afternoon before a Maori hangi
(meal) with selection of traditionally prepared
meats and vegetables plus conventional dishes,
followed by a concert featuring Maori songs, chants
and the stirring haka.
Day 5
Rotorua/Taupo/Napier/Hastings
Visit Whakarewarewa, the Maori Arts and Crafts
Centre and Thermal Reserve, with boiling mud, silica
terraces and Pohutu Geyser. Skirt some of the worlds
largest pine forest to Wairakei where natural steam
is harnessed to generate electricity, view Huka
Falls and pause at Lake Taupo, the largest lake in
New Zealand. Continue across the Central Plateau to
the Hawkes Bay and then Napier, claimed to be the
art deco capital of the world. A city tour will
encompass the Marine Parade and foreshore, plus many
of the city’s art deco buildings. A visit to the
Hawkes Bay Museum is included. A few minutes drive
to Hastings, the fruit bowl of New Zealand.
Angus Hotel (1 night)
Day 6
Hastings/Wellington
Orchards and vineyards give way to lush farmlands as
you pass through Hastings, to Dannevirke and
Woodville, for an early afternoon arrival in the
Capital, Wellington.
A city tour includes the summit of Mount Victoria
for views over the city and Harbour. See the Houses
of Parliament and distinctive “Beehive”, Wellington
Cathedral, the central city area and Oriental Bay.
Also explore the city yourself. Don’t miss Te Papa,
the “Museum of New Zealand”, or take a ride on the
famous Cable Car. Your tour will conclude at
approximately 5.30pm. |
