The 10 Best Day Trips from in Northland Region, North Island

June 23, 2021 Osvaldo Hartline

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1. Private Shore Excursion: Full-Day Bay of Islands Tour

Kernhem Private Tours
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Add a special experience to your cruising holiday and see the Bay of Islands your way on this full-day, private sightseeing shore excursion tour of the region’s major attractions and highlights. You will learn a lot about the Bay, its surroundings and the whole of New Zealand and also delight in the opportunity to enjoy a Rainbow Falls river walk. Your personalized tour includes private pickups from either the port, or Paihia i-SITE!

Inclusions: Private tour, Professional guide, Transport by private vehicle, Port pickup and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle, Parking Fees, Bottled water

Exclusions: Entry Fees (if any)

Reviewed By Lauren B

We booked a private tour off a cruise and Slava our guide was really accomodating with us being an hour late off the ship. Obviously we had to rearrange our sightseeing but Slava was great at making sure we saw what interested us with added extras. Saw lovely waterfalls, Kerikeri Mission house, chocolate factory and more. A very enjoyable time with a knowledgeable guide. Can highly recommend this tour!

2. Scenic Mustang Convertible Tour with Winery Lunch

Rogue Pony Experiences and Private Tours
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Explore the historic Bay of Islands in a luxury, late model V8 Mustang convertible with a maximum of 3 passengers in your private group. On your 5.5-hour guided tour you will see historic locations, spectacular waterfalls, panoramic scenery, beautiful harbours, beaches and rural farming areas away from the crowds. You also stop at an award winning vineyard for a winery lunch and wine tasting. Your tour is adaptable with no fixed schedule, allowing you to stop for photos, ask questions, take your time or relax and talk with your local driver.

Inclusions: Private tour - only your group in the Mustang, Antipasto platter lucnh and wine tasting at an award winning vineryard.

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase during lunch)

Reviewed By Anderoo69

Mark was an awesome friendly & knowledgeable tour guide. Lots of information, showed us some sites and let us discover others ourselves. Comfy vehicle and good driving skills

3. Bay of Islands Small Group Tour & Cruise from Auckland

Cheeky Kiwi Travel
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This small group, fully guided day trip combines the best of both a nature and highlights tour together to form the ultimate Bay of Islands experience. Highlights: • Bay of Islands Cruise • Hole in the Rock • Wildlife spotting • Sites of cultural and historical significance Led by our famously passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life by sharing their stories and rich background knowledge, and run in modern, comfortable minibuses packed with extras ensuring your comfort and safety. While the destinations you will be visiting are truly spectacular, we at Cheeky Kiwi Travel believe it is our small groups, our guides, the journey and the little details that set our tours well apart. Secret stops, wildlife viewings, specially designed vehicles, complementary refreshments and many other pleasant surprises ensure our tours are an experience to remember.

Inclusions: Small Group and Fully Guided Tour, Cruise Tickets, Bottled water, Snacks, Optional extra - One-way option from Auckland to Paihia available

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By M6828DUlisao

We enjoyed this tour from start to finish. It was a fantastic day out. Our tour guide Mani was amazing. He had such a wealth of knowledge and was so friendly and involved in our whole experience. I would have to say he has been the best tour guide we have ever had. The highlight of the day was our visit to Cathedral Cove ( such a breathtaking place) and Hot Water Beach. A very different experience for us

4. Cape Reinga - 90 Mile Beach Tour

Mullarkeys Tours
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Mullarkey tours – Cape Reinga Full day trip – offers a comfortable small group tour – maximum 11 passengers, with knowledgeable, humorous tour leaders – that will make sure you get to see and hear about all the best bits of the Far North and won’t forget the best photo opportunities!

Inclusions: Tour leader

Exclusions: Lunch, Hire of sand boards

Reviewed By NannyDebs74

My daughter organised this trip for my Christmas present. We booked the tour at the last minute to make the most of the weather and other activities we wanted to do in the north. We were well accommodated, our guide was friendly, knowledgeable and patient. We really appreciated that the tour went ahead given the current climate for tourism. A great variety of venues on this tour.

5. Private Tour: Full-Day Bay of Islands Tour

Kernhem Private Tours

Discover the natural wonders of the Bay of Islands on a private 6-hour tour customised to your preferences. Learn the history of New Zealand at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds; embark on a scenic hike to Rainbow Falls; spot whales and dolphins along the coast; or take in regional highlights such as Wharepuke Falls, Rewa’s Village, and the Stone Store and Kemp House. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Inclusions: Private tour, Professional guide, Transport by private vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Parking Fees

Exclusions: Entry Fees (if any)

Reviewed By Lauren B

We booked a private tour off a cruise and Slava our guide was really accomodating with us being an hour late off the ship. Obviously we had to rearrange our sightseeing but Slava was great at making sure we saw what interested us with added extras. Saw lovely waterfalls, Kerikeri Mission house, chocolate factory and more. A very enjoyable time with a knowledgeable guide. Can highly recommend this tour!

6. Private Tour: Bay of Islands Tour with Wine Tasting

Kernhem Private Tours

This private full-day, Bay of Islands Sightseeing tour is specially designed to show you all the highlights of this brilliant place. You will be shown around the area as well as seeing all the fabulous wineries and foodie places the Bay of Islands has on offer. This tour is for everyone, packed full of fun and information and has a lot of history and beautiful places to visit. The delicious confectionery you will try – just can't be better. Kerikeri area wineries offer fabulous tasting wines in an extraordinary setting. The wineries are all nestled in the most enchanting scenery. Each winery offers its own unique experience delivering a unique atmosphere.

Inclusions: Transport by private vehicle, All taxes, fuel surcharges and service fees

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Lunch

Reviewed By Lauren B

We booked a private tour off a cruise and Slava our guide was really accomodating with us being an hour late off the ship. Obviously we had to rearrange our sightseeing but Slava was great at making sure we saw what interested us with added extras. Saw lovely waterfalls, Kerikeri Mission house, chocolate factory and more. A very enjoyable time with a knowledgeable guide. Can highly recommend this tour!

7. Private Shore Excursion: Bay of Islands Tour with Wine Tasting

Kernhem Private Tours

This private full-day shore excursion in the Bay of Islands is specially designed to show you all the highlights of this brilliant place. You will be shown around the area as well as seeing all the fabulous wineries and foodie places the Bay of Islands has on offer. This tour is for everyone, packed full of fun and information and has a lot of history and beautiful places to visit. The delicious confectionery you will try – just can't be better. Kerikeri area wineries offer fabulous tasting wines in an extraordinary setting. The wineries are all nestled in the most enchanting scenery. Each winery offers its own unique experience delivering a unique atmosphere.

Inclusions: Transport by private vehicle, All taxes, fuel surcharges and service fees, Port pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Lunch

Reviewed By Lauren B

We booked a private tour off a cruise and Slava our guide was really accomodating with us being an hour late off the ship. Obviously we had to rearrange our sightseeing but Slava was great at making sure we saw what interested us with added extras. Saw lovely waterfalls, Kerikeri Mission house, chocolate factory and more. A very enjoyable time with a knowledgeable guide. Can highly recommend this tour!

8. Giant Kauries and Tiny Glow Worms - Bay of Islands Tour

Kernhem Private Tours

During this tour you will experience an encounter with mighty prehistoric giants that only a couple of centuries ago dominated the vast forests of the North Island of New Zealand. You will see amazing Kauri – our bewitching giants... ... and tiny and defenseless glow warms which bring to the darkness of the underground caves a mysterious bluish glow of an endless starry sky…

Inclusions: GST (Goods and Services Tax), Bottled water, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Port pickup and drop-off, Private tour

Exclusions: Entree Tickets

Reviewed By Lauren B

We booked a private tour off a cruise and Slava our guide was really accomodating with us being an hour late off the ship. Obviously we had to rearrange our sightseeing but Slava was great at making sure we saw what interested us with added extras. Saw lovely waterfalls, Kerikeri Mission house, chocolate factory and more. A very enjoyable time with a knowledgeable guide. Can highly recommend this tour!

9. Group tour to Bay of Islands return from Auckland

Auckland & Beyond Tours

Enjoy this full-day Excursion from Auckland to the Bay of Islands & Whangarei Falls. Including pickup and drop-off from your centrally located hotel in Auckland, a 3-hour guided boat cruise tour with full commentary, 3-hour private scenic drive each way with beautiful scenic stops for photo taking.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned luxury vehicle, Bottled water, Snacks

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By AdiS491

The tour of the set was excellent. The place is a well oiled machine from ticket office to bus ride etc. Our tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable about the movies and all other aspects . The movie set was awesome and the gardens amazing . Even if you’re not a movie buff the experience and sheer brilliance of PJ et al is totally worth it . Having a drink ( free) at the Green Dragon ???? was fantastic.

10. Bay of Islands incl Hole in The Rock Cruise and Waitangi Treaty Grounds Tour

Auckland Scenic Tours

Take one of New Zealand’s best 3-hour road trips to one of the most spectacular parts of New Zealand. Our route offers breathtakingly,ever-changing scenery from vast landscapes, rugged mountain ranges,rain forests, clear blue ocean seas, deep gorges and spectacular views of the outstanding natural beauty. Discover the stunning marine playground and scenic beauty during your 4-hour cruise of the pristine islands towards the Cape Brett Peninsula and its historic lighthouse and (conditions permitting) through the majestic Hole in the Rock. Marvel at the bluenose dolphins. Enjoy a 3-hour inspiring cultural experience at the birthplace of New Zealand,the Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Enjoy an informative tour with your local Maori guide; a Maori cultural performance; explore the Treaty House and the Carved Meeting House. Watch live demonstrations in the Carving Studio Visit the Museum of Waitangi which holds a stunning collection of treasured objects that bring to life the history of Waitangi.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Knowledgeable local tour guide, Pick Up and Drop Off at all Downtown Auckland CBD Accommodation

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By emilyz906

Auckland Scenic Tours was outstanding. I really appreciate their no cancellation policy as I was only there for a few days and had wanted to organise a trip to Hobbiton. David, my guide for the day was excellent. We definitely took the scenic route and I got to see some stunning scenery. Thank you for the great experience and I would definitely recommend them to family and friends wanting to explore Auckland and beyond.

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