- All-inspiring sightseeing experiences in six destinations
- Freedom of Choice inclusions in two locations
- Locally inspired dining - a total of 12 meals
- Eight nights in hand-picked accommodation
- Services of an APT Tour Director and Driver, plus expert local guides
- Return airport transfers and porterage
Great Northerner
Trip Type: Land Journey , OtherNZD 5,195.00 /Person
Great Northerner
Explore New Zealand's North Island on an epic nine-day journey. This tour takes you to Auckland, the Bay of Islands, Waitomo, Rotorua, Taupo and Wellington. Visit the historic Waitangi Treaty Grounds, cruise to Cape Brett and the Hole in the Rock, see the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, and enjoy an authentic Maori feast in Rotorua.
On arrival into Auckland, be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Accommodation
Auckland, Grand Millennium Hotel
Location
Auckland , New Zealand
Cross Auckland’s Harbour Bridge and travel along the Hibiscus Coast. Stop at Matakohe’s Kauri Museum for an insight into the rich pioneering history of the Northland region. Continue to the Bay of Islands where you will enjoy a visit to the historic Treaty House and ceremonial War Canoe at Waitangi Treaty Grounds.
Accommodation
Two Nights, Bay of Islands Copthorne Hotel and Resort
- Breakfast
- Dinners
Location
Bay Of Islands , New Zealand
See the spectacular Bay of Islands region on a cruise. Afterwards, the afternoon is free for you to further explore.
Meals Included- Breakfast
Location
Bay Of Islands , New Zealand
Travel to Auckland before selecting from our Freedom of Choice activities. Back at your hotel this evening, enjoy a delicious Pacific-themed dinner.
Accommodation
Auckland, Grand Millennium Hotel
- Breakfast
- Dinners
Location
Auckland , New Zealand
Travel to Waitomo, home to the famous glow-worm caves where thousands of tiny luminescent creatures radiate an eerie glow. Discover this natural wonder on a guided boat ride through a grotto lit by these magical creatures, before continuing to Rotorua.
Accommodation
Two Nights, Millennium Rotorua
- Breakfast
- Dinners
Location
Rotorua , New Zealand
Spend this morning on your Freedom of Choice activity. Afterwards, the afternoon and evening are free for you to explore.
Meals Included- Breakfast
Location
Rotorua , New Zealand
Follow the Thermal Explorer Highway to the heart of New Zealand’s North Island this morning. View the Wairakei Steam Valley, then visit Huka Falls and Lake Taupo, before travelling across the plateau of Tongariro National Park to Wellington.
Accommodation
Two Nights, InterContinental Wellington
- Breakfast
- Dinners
Location
Wellington , New Zealand
After breakfast, set off on a sightseeing tour of Wellington’s best-loved landmarks and sights, including Mount Victoria, the waterfront area and New Zealand’s national museum – Te Papa Tongarewa. The rest of the day will be yours at leisure to further explore this coastal city and perhaps dine at a local restaurant.
Meals Included- Breakfast
Location
Wellington , New Zealand
Today you will be transferred to the airport for your flight home.
Meals Included- Breakfast
Location
Wellington , New Zealand
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Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change
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Ask us about pre and post accommodation
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This tour forms part of the 17 Day New Zealand Wonderland. Refer to Trip Code: NCC17
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Prices are for land only. Flights not included unless specified
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