The 10 Best Bus Tours in Manawatu-Wanganui Region, North Island

Discover the world underground at Waitomo, explore the geothermal delights of Rotorua, hike across active volcanoes and lava valleys in the world-renowned Tongariro National Park and sip coffee in the coolest little capital of the world – Wellington. We have chosen excellent quality hotels and lodges and all rooms have ensuite bathrooms. Every place we stay has something special to offer and your evenings will be just as enjoyable as your days spent outdoors. Wonderful meals are included giving you an opportunity to sample the local cuisine from the restaurants in the cities and towns we stay.

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The Ultimate North is the ideal choice for those who have a little less time but want to experience the very best that the North Island, New Zealand, can offer. Hike into a river-side hut in the middle of Jurassic-like rainforest. Explore thermal areas in Rotorua. Trek the high sections of the remote Lake Waikaremoana Great Walk deep in the magical rain forests of Te Urewera. Relax in lodges in beautiful locations. Discover the surreal volcanic wonderland of Tongariro National Park, staying high above the world in an alpine hut. The Ultimate North has short hikes, as well as two overnight hikes staying in backcountry huts.

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Exclusions: Personal Hiking Equipment

Small Groups - Maximum 18 travellers per tour. NZ Family Owned since 1971 - Many NZ tour companies are Australian owned. Off the Beaten Track Destinations - where big coaches can't go. Flexibility - Time to add as many (or few) activities around the country as you like. Walking - For those who would like to, there are lots of short walks all over the country, your guides will help you find them. Kiwi Guides - Our guides are all passionate Kiwis who know the country like the back of their hands.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Private transportation, 20 Included Activities as per itinerary

Exclusions: Flights from your home country to New Zealand, Single Accommodation Supplement for Sole Room Use.

The Ultimate North is the ideal choice for those who have a little less time but want to experience the very best that the North Island, New Zealand, can offer. Hike into a river-side hut in the middle of Jurassic-like rainforest. Explore thermal areas in Rotorua. Trek the high sections of the remote Lake Waikaremoana Great Walk deep in the magical rain forests of Te Urewera. Relax in lodges in beautiful locations. Discover the surreal volcanic wonderland of Tongariro National Park, staying high above the world in an alpine hut. The Ultimate North has short hikes, as well as two overnight hikes staying in backcountry huts.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch

Exclusions: Personal Hiking Equipment

Enjoy this round-trip shuttle from National Park Village to the Famous Tongariro Alpine Crossing, Classed as the best one day in New Zealand and number 6 on the planet.The hiking duration is approximately 6 hours with breaks, this is a freedom hike at your own pace, no guide required.   Starts at Mangatepopo and the pickup point is Ketetahi road end. You can be picked up at the end of your hike for your trip back at either 1:30, 2:30, 3:30, 4:30 or 5.30pm (Which you do not need to book in advance).

Inclusions: National Park fees, Round-trip shared transfer, Return Shuttle Transfer from National Park Village, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch

This flexible Hop-on Hop-off bus pass allows you to either take your time in each epic stop over, or cruise on through on the minimum time (21 days). We take you to the highlights of New Zealand, as well as some unknown spots that make you feel like you are having a true Kiwi Experience.   Stay overnight in stops such as the famous Franz Josef, discover the underground world of Waitomo, seek out your favourite activities in adrenaline capital of Queenstown, white water rafting through the Rangitikei River, and discover the history of New Zealand in our Capital of Wellington.  • Fully guided flexible tour allowing you to choose what you want to do  • Meet mates from all around the world • Largest and original hop-on hop-off NZ travel network

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Air-conditioned vehicle, Guaranteed Accommodation (Paid for on arrival at accommodation), Guaranteed bookings on activities (Activities not included in price, can be booked on bus with driver guide), Daily walks and photo stops, Daily cafe/supermarket breaks, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Accommodation, Ferry Ticket, Activities

Experience the best of what the amazing west coast of NZ’s North Island has to offer. Travel from Auckland via Waitomo Caves and Taranaki to Wellington. Combine stunning scenery and wide range of activities with plenty of options to choose from. See incredible locations that have been sets for major movies and journey through a truly breathtakingly beautiful part of New Zealand.

Inclusions: Fully guided Private Tour in Mercedes luxury vehicle., Pick-up in Auckland & drop-off in Wellington itinerary from Wellington to Auckland possible too)., Tour times flexible to work in with your requirements., Complimentary snacks & water., All guide expenses (e.g. guide accommodation & meals)., All tours support local eco-cultural initiatives.

Exclusions: Potential entry fees., Guest accommodation and meals., Anything not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.

See stunning scenery and some of the most fascinating film locations from the “Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit” movies on this Private Multi Day Tour. Step in Frodo and Bilbo Baggins’ footprints and explore the Hobbiton Movie Set in Middle Earth as well as the fascinating “Hairy Feet” Scenic Film Location. Marvel at the deserted fields of Mordor and see stunning Mt Ngauruhoe, also called Mt Doom in “The Lord of the Rings”.

Inclusions: Fully guided Private Tour in Mercedes luxury vehicle., Pick-up/drop-off in Auckland incl airport/cruise terminal., Tour times flexible to work in with your requirements., Complimentary snacks & water., All guide expenses (e.g. guide accommodation & meals)., All tours support local eco-cultural initiatives.

Exclusions: Potential entry fees., Guest accommodation and meals., Anything not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.

Five stars rated service at google (Brightlane nz) and offer the best service and tours, your flexible schedule and time for your travel time and one Private vehicle you may share with your own group of people and no additional charges, maximum 6 passengers per group, our fees is per vehicle only and not per person so you may save lots of money

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Private transportation, Phone chargers, face mask & hand sanitizer

Exclusions: Activity fees , Accommodation , Food

Five stars rated service at google (Brightlane nz) and We offer tours with your flexible time from Auckland and return to Auckland , our price is per vehicle charges only and you may go with your own people and maximum 6 passengers,. private luxury vehicle and friendly chauffeur

Inclusions: Free Face Masks and Hand Sanitizer , Phone chargers onboard , Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Private transportation, WiFi on board

Exclusions: activity fees or entry fees not included, Not permitted any alcohol in vehicle , Not included any food such as breakfast, lunch and dinner, it’s Passengers own expenses