Northern Explorer

  • Best price guaranteed
  • No booking fees
  • duration 12 days
  • tour type Group Request as private
  • age requirement 18-99 yrs
  • max group size 20
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-40735
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Auckland, New Zealand
  • Ends Wellington, New Zealand
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TOUR OVERVIEW
The "Northern Explorer" trip starts in Auckland and ends in Wellington. It is an explorer trip that takes 12 days taking you through Rotorua, Paihia and Napier in New Zealand. "Northern Explorer" is a guided group trip that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

The North Island is a wonderland of history, culture and myth. From ancient Maori legends to the beginnings of European settlement, there are a host of intriguing stories to unearth during your time here.

The vibrant city of Auckland bids you kia ora. Spend time sailing it’s beautiful harbour, walking the black sand beaches of the west coast or taking in the sights on a
city tour, before travelling towards the Bay of Islands.
Here you’ll find T-ane Mahuta, a 2,000-year-old kauri tree, and enjoy the sweeping sunset over Bay of Islands.
Visit the significant Waitangi Treaty Grounds before heading to Rotorua. Known for bubbling mud pools, shooting geysers and natural hot springs, it also showcases captivating Maori culture.
The magnificent Art Deco town of Napier awaits before
you end your journey in the national capital Wellington. You’ll leave no stone unturned during this quest for the essence of the North Island.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1 : Auckland
  • Day 2 : Auckland
  • Day 3 : Auckland > Paihia
  • Day 4 : Paihia
  • Day 5 : Paihia
  • Day 6 : Paihia > Auckland
  • Day 7 : Auckland > Rotorua
  • Day 8 : Rotorua
  • Day 9 : Rotorua > Napier
  • Day 10 : Napier > Wellington
  • Day 11 : Wellington
  • Day 12 : Wellington
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Meals
  • 20 meals – 11 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L) and 7 dinners (D)
Transport
  • Return airport transfers
Guide
  • Expert Tour Director and knowledgeable local guides
Others
  • Fully escorted smaller group land journey
  • 6 exclusive Scenic Enrich experiences
  • Your choice of 19 Scenic Freechoice activities and dining
  • 1 Scenic Sunset Drinks event
  • 1 memorable Scenic Special Stay
  • All tipping and gratuities
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Any international flights to Auckland and from Wellington are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
  • Travel insurance is not included in this Northern Explorer tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
This tour has not received any customer reviews yet. However, you can expect a good tour as it is run by a trusted travel specialist who has received 2 reviews for other tours with an average 5.0 rating.
REQUEST A PRIVATE, CUSTOMIZABLE DEPARTURE By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:
  • Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
  • Protected Travel within your own bubble.
  • Professional Access our Travel Specialists' insider knowledge.
  • Privacy Enjoy a tour focused solely on you or your travel group.
Request a private and/or personalized departure To design a private tour, we'll ask you some more information in the following steps.
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GOOD TO KNOW
CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Northern Explorer tour. You can cancel the tour up to 90 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 89 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 18 July 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 18 July 2024, a deposit of 500 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 89 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Northern Explorer 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.

Visa

For this Northern Explorer 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.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • This trip adheres to the highest standards of hygiene and cleaning protocols on all ships and all tours when operating. Thorough cleaning will be conducted regularly, and hand sanitisers are located throughout the ship to ensure the highest level of personal hygiene whilst on board.
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