North Island Explorer - 11 days
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- Explorer
- Young Adults
- Customizable
- duration 11 days
- tour type Small group Request as private
- age requirement 18-80 yrs
- max group size 16
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-44211
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- Operated in English
- Starts/Ends Auckland, New Zealand/ Wellington, New Zealand
HIGHLIGHTS
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- Reed Memorial Park – Walk along an elevated canopy to see ancient kauri forests, and visit pretty Whangarei Falls
- Waitangi Treaty Grounds – Enter the meeting house and see the war canoe where the 1840 treaty was signed
- Bay of Islands – Discover the pretty town of Russell and then choose between a trip to New Zealand's far north or a cruise through the 'Hole in the Rock'
- Auckland – Explore the city on a guided tour and visit the fascinating Auckland Museum, plus free time to sightsee at leisure
- Coromandel Peninsula – Ride the Driving Creek Railway for panoramic views and enjoy a free day to explore the scenic area
- Rotorua – Visit the Te Puia geothermal site, visit a Kiwi conservation project and opt to visit Waimangu Volcanic Valley or Hobbiton, plus experience a Te Pa Tu Maori cultural evening
- Napier – Discover the town on foot and indulge in an evening of wine and dinner at the Mission Estate Winery
- Wellington – Ride the cable car over New Zealand's capital city and visit the country's national museum - Te Papa
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Start in Auckland and end in Wellington, the tour "North Island Explorer - 11 Days" is a guided explorer trip that takes 11 days. You will travel through Wellington and Auckland in New Zealand. "North Island Explorer - 11 Days" is a small group tour which includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.
From Auckland, discover the delights of New Zealand’s scenic North Island over 11 days on this escorted group tour. Learn about Maori culture and heritage in Rotorua and explore the beautiful Bay of Islands in New Zealand's far north. Spot rare birdlife at the Coromandel Peninsula, opt to explore the Hobbiton movie set from 'Lord of the Rings', and marvel at stunning Lake Taupo. Sample local wines in Napier and end your journey in the Kiwi capital of Wellington.
From Auckland, discover the delights of New Zealand’s scenic North Island over 11 days on this escorted group tour. Learn about Maori culture and heritage in Rotorua and explore the beautiful Bay of Islands in New Zealand's far north. Spot rare birdlife at the Coromandel Peninsula, opt to explore the Hobbiton movie set from 'Lord of the Rings', and marvel at stunning Lake Taupo. Sample local wines in Napier and end your journey in the Kiwi capital of Wellington.
ITINERARY
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Day: 1 Auckland
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Day: 2 Auckland
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Day: 3 Russell
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Day: 4 Russell
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Day: 5 Auckland
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Day: 6 Whitianga
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Day: 7 Whitianga
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Day: 8 Rotorua
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Day: 9 Rotorua
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Day: 10 Napier
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Day: 11 Wellington
WHAT'S INCLUDED
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
Accommodation
- 10 nights 4 star hotels
Meals
- 10 breakfasts & 2 dinners
- Mission Estate Winery dinner
Transport
- Airport arrival and departure transfers on day 1 and day 11
- All relevant transfers and transportation in modern air-conditioned vehicle
Guide
- Escorted by an expert local guide/driver with specialist local guides at some sites
Others
- Ferry to Russell
- Touring of Auckland, Napier & Wellington
- Entry to Waitangi Treaty Grounds
- Journey along 90 Mile Beach or take a Hole in the Rock cruise at Bay of Islands
- Coromandel narrow-gauge railway
- Visit to Waimangu Volcanic Valley or Hobbiton Movie Set
- Te Pa Tu Maori experience
- Wellington Cable Car and Te Papa museum visit
- Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.
- International flights and visas
- Items of a personal nature (telephone calls, laundry, travel insurance etc)
- Optional activities
- Tip for your tour guide driver. We recommend you allow $4 - 7 USD per day per traveller. Tipping your tour guide is an entirely personal gesture.
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CANCELLATION
No additional cancellation fees apply for this North Island Explorer - 11 days tour. You can cancel the tour up to 63 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 62 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 04 July 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 04 July 2024, a deposit of 400 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 62 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceNorth Island Explorer - 11 days tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this North Island Explorer - 11 days tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
For Solo TravelersA twin share room may not always be available for solo travelers as it depends on the final number of people on the tour. If you have picked twin share room while booking, and that option is not available, we will get back to you after booking. A single room might then be available against an additional fee.
AGE REQUIREMENT
Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
COVID-19 Safety Measures
This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:
- This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s ‘Safe Travels’ stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene protocols have been adhered to.
- Wearing a mask, hand washing and sanitizing has been implemented on this trip. Frequently touched surfaces are regularly disinfected. Hygiene safety measures and distancing will be ensured in our accommodations and during transport.
- Solo travelers are required to purchase a single room for your personal use.
- All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be fully vaccinated atleast 14 days before the departure date.
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