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Day 1
Welcome to Auckland
Day 2
Auckland – Bay of Islands
Depart Auckland over the Harbour Bridge then through Orewa and the scenic Hibiscus Coast, birthplace of Sir Edmund Hillary. Walk among the Kauri trees at Parry Kauri Park. Explore Whangarei, the northern-most city in New Zealand, and then it’s off to Paihia in the Bay of Islands. Experience natural wonders and spectacular scenery as you cruise to Cape Brett and through the ‘Hole in the Rock’.
Day 3
Bay of Islands Included Choice
Choose one from a range of Included Choice sightseeing experiences. You have the option to discover Kerikeri’s local arts and crafts or take a tour to historic Russell. Go sailing on a tall ship or dolphin-watching on the bay. Play a round of golf or enjoy a dinner cruise on the Waitangi River
Day 4
Bay of Islands – Auckland
After a morning of free time, enjoy the lush farmland scenery as you return to Auckland. Tonight’s ‘highlight dinner’ is at The Langham. Your personal degustation menu is prepared for you from the freshest quality ingredients, including mouth-watering seafood and desserts
Day 5
Auckland – Rotorua
After a sightseeing tour of Auckland, head south to the Waitomo Caves and Glow Worm Grotto where a local guide will lead you through the grotto by boat. Your journey continues to Rotorua.
Tonight enjoy a traditional Maori Hangi feast and concert for an insight into Maori culture at the Tamaki Family Marae.
Day 6
Rotorua Included Choice
Today choose one from a range of Included Choice sightseeing experiences. You have the option to join the Kiwi Encounter at Rainbow Springs Nature Park, discover Maori culture at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, see the Agrodome Sheep Show, relax in the seclusion of your own hot mineral pool or unwind with a facial treatment in the Lake Spa Retreat at the Polynesian Spa. Ride the amphibious Rotorua Duck or the luge at Rotorua Skyline.
Day 7
Rotorua – Wellington
Travelling from the mountains to the sea, you’ll view Huka Falls and drive along the shores of Lake Taupo. Discover the alpine scenery of Mt. Ruapehu, Tongariro National Park and the dairy farms of Manawatu.
‘You’re invited’ to Shenandoah for a unique experience. The historic villa’s owners, Simon and Claudia, will show you around their property, which includes a unique private collection of Harley Davidson motor cycles. Enjoy afternoon tea in their garden then take a short tour to see the local wildlife including friendly Highland cows. Continue along to Wellington for a sightseeing tour. Join your Tour Director and new-found friends this evening for a farewell dinner.
Day 8
Farewell from Wellington
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