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Daily departures - Self drive and coach options

Here are some New Zealand nature break trips taking in popular destinations in the North Island. From the subtropical North to the wild volcanic plateau of Tongariro, from the mystic thermal wonders of Rotorua and Taupo to the café culture of the Capital City of Wellington.  You can purchase these Nature Breaks individually or combine them to make a longer itinerary.

You have the choice of New Zealand full service hotel accommodation, self catering motel accommodation or New Zealand budget hostel accommodation. Choose what suits your holiday budget and style.

You can self drive with your own New Zealand rental car (choice of 3 car types) or opt to travel by first class scheduled coach services. Select the New Zealand transport that you prefer.

Simply refer to the price panels to see the accommodation and transport price options and sightseeing inclusions.
Duration 3 Days
Tour code TW12

Itinerary
   Day 1: Auckland - Bay of Island and Kings Dolphin Cruise
optional sightseeing 
  • through seaside resorts of Orewa & Waiwera
  • historic Warkworth village
  • arrive Paihia early afternoon
  • afternoon Hole in the Rock dolphin cruise
  • spectacular Cathedral Cave, Bay of Islands Maritime & Historic Park
  • dolphin watching
  • full commentary, including Maori myths & legends
  • refreshments available on board
  • late afternoon/evening at leisure

Suggested Sightseeing:

  • stroll along the waterfront
  • visit historic Waitangi Treaty House
  • check out the marina at nearby Opua

 
   Day 2: Cape Reinga Day Trip with Kings  
  • early departure from Paihia (hotel pick ups are available in the Paihia and Kerikeri areas, your pick-up time will be confirmed at time of booking)
  • travel by luxury air conditioned coach
  • stop at Puketi Kauri Forest, Ancient Kauri Kingdom, Ninety Mile Beach
  • dig for shell fish
  • sand tobogganing at the Te Paki giant sand dunes
  • Cape Reinga Lighthouse
  • late afternoon/early evening return to Paihia

 
   Day 3: Bay of Islands - Auckland
optional sightseeing 
  • morning at leisure to stroll the beach or optional sightseeing
  • return to Auckland this afternoon
 
Extra days available on request. Can be travelled in reverse.
     

Fares and Pricing:

Tour Code: TW 12  
Hotel
Motel
Hostel
Seat-in-Coach
Share Twin
$582
$520
$440
 
Single
$843
$720
$560
Self Drive - Small
Share Twin
$576
$514
$434
 
Single
$956
$833
$673
Self Drive - Medium
Share Twin
$592
$530
$450
 
Single
$988
$865
$705
Self Drive - Large
Share Twin
$620
$559
$479
 
Single
$1046
$922
$762
(10% discount for travel completed between 01 May - 30 Sept 2008 )
Prices valid from 1 June 2008 to 30 September 2009 and are priced per person

 

Includes:

  • coach or rental car travel as per itinerary
  • rental car option - 3 days' hire, unlimited kms & insurance
  • coach option - transfers within itinerary
  • 2 nights' accommodation as selected
  • Hole in the Rock dolphin cruise
  • Cape Reinga day excursion

 

Accommodation Directory 

  Location - Paihia  
  Hotel Scenic Circle Bay of Islands Hotel or similar  
  Motel Outrigger Motel or similar    
  Hostel Pipi Patch Lodge/Saltwater Lodge or similar    

If you'd like to book this tour or send us a query, click here.

 
Duration 3 Days
Tour code TW28

Itinerary
   Day 1: Auckland - Whitianga  
  • cross the dairy farmland of the Hauraki Plains
  • stop at Thames - old gold mining town
  • volcanic hills of the Coromandel Range
  • beaches of Whitianga
  • the afternoon is at leisure

 
   Day 2: Whitianga - sightseeing  
  • free day amongst beautiful bays, white sandy beaches and offshore islands
  • scenic track to Cathedral Cove - natural rock amphitheatre
  • kayak, snorkel or cruise the bays
  • dig your own hot pool at Hot Water Beach (low tide)
  • enjoy your day in the bays

 
   Day 3: Whitianga - Auckland or Rotorua
optional sightseeing 
  • enjoy a morning of relaxation by the beach
  • afternoon, return to Auckland to continue on to Rotorua
 
Extra days available on request. Can be travelled in reverse.

Fares and Pricing:

Tour Code: TW28  
Hotel
Motel
Hostel
Self Drive - Small
Share Twin
$424
$307
$225
 
Single
$849
$614
$451
Self Drive - Medium
Share Twin
$440
$323
$241
 
Single
$881
$646
$483
Self Drive - Large
Share Twin
$469
$352
$270
 
Single
$938
$703
$540
(10% discount for travel completed between 01 May - 30 Sept 2008)
Prices valid from 1 June 2008 to 30 September 2009 and are priced per person

 

Includes:

  • rental car travel as per itinerary either Auckland/Auckland or Auckland/Rotorua
  • 3 days' car hire, unlimited kms & insurance
  • 2 nights' accommodation as selected

 

Accommodation Directory

  Location - Whitianga  
  Hotel Admiralty Lodge Motel or similar (no restaurant)  
  Motel Blue Water Apartments or similar    
  Hostel On the Beach YHA or similar    

If you'd like to book this tour or send us a query, click here.

 
 
 
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