What to do and see in Northland Region, North Island: The Best Multi-day Tours

February 13, 2022 Toi Mattera

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1. 5-Day Bay of Islands, Waitomo Caves, Rotorua & Hobbiton Tour from Auckland

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A five day independent tour departing Auckland daily and taking in most of the key tourism destination in the North Island of New Zealand. You will visit the Bay of Islands, with a tour of the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, the historic township of Russell, and a cruise to the famous 'Hole in the Rock'. Your day in Auckland includes a full day sightseeing with both a harbor cruise and admission to the Sky Tower. On day four travel to Rotorua, via Waitomo Glowworm Caves, with a guided tour of the glowworm grotto. Day five includes admission to the main attractions in Rotorua, including Te Puia, the Agrodome, and Rainbow Springs along with a tour of Hobbiton on your return journey to Auckland. The tour includes four nights in 4 star accommodation and all transport and tours listed.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off for Auckland, Paihia, and Rotorua., Commentary by local guides, Two nights accommodation in Auckland and one nights accommodation in Paihia and Rotorua, Admission fees and all transport/tour fees listed in itinerary, All transport to and from activities/accommodation

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities (optional)

Reviewed By ClosesOnTour

Graham from Leisure Tours picked four of us up from our hotel for a half day wine tour, visiting four wineries with lunch included. He was friendly, very knowledgeable and pointed out places of interest as he drove us to the Waipara Valley. We were very comfortable in his people mover with plenty of room for us all. Lunch at Waipara Springs Winery was delicious and the staff were friendly and helpful. The three other wineries had knowledgeable and friendly staff telling us all about their wines. We tasted several varieties and they were delicious. Graham had a good rapport with each winery and took us into each of the tasting rooms. We would certainly recommend this tour. We look forward to visiting Christchurch again and would contact Leisure Tours regarding the other tours they offer.

2. Kakapo 21 Day New Zealand Small Group Tour

Grand Mercure Auckland, 8 Customs Street East, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand MoaTrek
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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.

Reviewed By Wander636823

Kudos to Moa Tours for organising such a great trip. Te Wai Poumanu is beautiful in April with all the autumn colours. This was my first trip with Moa and I have already booked a second one. Special mention must be made of our guide Andrew. His knowledge, passion and enthusiasm shone throughout and he has a great sense of humour, much appreciated when dealing with so many diverse customers. He always went the extra mile to make everyone’s journey enjoyable. I would highly recommend both Moa and Andrew for kiwis wanting to experience the beauty of their own country.

3. 3 Day Bay Of Islands Tour from Auckland including Waitangi and Cape Reinga

InterCity Sky City Bus Terminal, 102 Hobson Street, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010, New Zealand Discover New Zealand
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Visit the beautiful Bay of Islands, tropical Northland, a year-round destination and birthplace of our nation. Journey to New Zealand's northernmost point, Cape Reinga. Discover our cultural heritage at Waitangi Treaty Grounds and experience the natural beauty of the region on a scenic cruise. This is an Independent coach tour, where you travel on a combination of touring coaches and sightseeing services with commentary and/or point to point coaches which may not have commentary. You will be with different people on each part of the tour and different drivers. You have free time to explore on your own and are free to choose where and when to eat, meals are not included unless specified.

Inclusions: Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, Experienced coach drivers with some commentary on board, 2 nights accommodation in Paihia, Guided tour of Waitangi Treaty Grounds, Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach tour, Hole in the Rock cruise, Return transport Auckland to Auckland

Exclusions: Meals unless specified, Pre and post tour accommodation, Gratuities, Travel insurance. We recommend travel insurance for all tours

Reviewed By Curioencore

I chose Discover New Zealand tour company as they seemed to have great organised trips on their website and when I spoke to Louise Barrett she was very helpful! Everything seemed great before we arrived, then things went wrong big time, mistakes with simple requests like no stair because of disabilities, front seats in coaches for same reason! Individually these were small but they mounted up and up and quite frankly I question their ability to organise the proverbial piss up in a brewery!!! Think very hard before you use them a lot of money for not a lot!

4. 3-Day Bay of Islands Tour from Auckland

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This comprehensive 3-day tour of the Bay of Islands is ideal for the first time visitor to New Zealand. With natural beauty, rocky islets and pristine beaches, the Bay of Islands is the water playground of the North Island. Learn about Maori culture, travel to the northernmost point of New Zealand and take a cruise through the famous "Hole in the Rock".

Inclusions: Lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off from Auckland, Transportation by air-conditioned coach, Commentary by local guide, 2-nights accommodation in the Bay of Islands, Hole in the Rock' Cruise (weather permitting), Russell township tour, Ferry from Russel to Paihia

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Reviewed By ClosesOnTour

Graham from Leisure Tours picked four of us up from our hotel for a half day wine tour, visiting four wineries with lunch included. He was friendly, very knowledgeable and pointed out places of interest as he drove us to the Waipara Valley. We were very comfortable in his people mover with plenty of room for us all. Lunch at Waipara Springs Winery was delicious and the staff were friendly and helpful. The three other wineries had knowledgeable and friendly staff telling us all about their wines. We tasted several varieties and they were delicious. Graham had a good rapport with each winery and took us into each of the tasting rooms. We would certainly recommend this tour. We look forward to visiting Christchurch again and would contact Leisure Tours regarding the other tours they offer.

5. North Island Four-Day Highlights Tour from Auckland

Auckland Airport, Ray Emery Drive, Mangere, Auckland 2022, New Zealand Leisure Tours

Soak up some major must-do North Island highlights on this 4-day tour. With an arrival transfer from Auckland Airport and 3-nights accommodation in Auckland included, you are sure to be comfortable and worry free. Tick off all the North Island highlights with visits to Hobbiton, Waitomo Caves, Paihia in the Bay of Islands, Waitangi Treaty Grounds, and more!

Inclusions: 3-nights accommodation, Lunch at Hobbiton, Driver/guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Reviewed By ClosesOnTour

Graham from Leisure Tours picked four of us up from our hotel for a half day wine tour, visiting four wineries with lunch included. He was friendly, very knowledgeable and pointed out places of interest as he drove us to the Waipara Valley. We were very comfortable in his people mover with plenty of room for us all. Lunch at Waipara Springs Winery was delicious and the staff were friendly and helpful. The three other wineries had knowledgeable and friendly staff telling us all about their wines. We tasted several varieties and they were delicious. Graham had a good rapport with each winery and took us into each of the tasting rooms. We would certainly recommend this tour. We look forward to visiting Christchurch again and would contact Leisure Tours regarding the other tours they offer.

6. 3-Day Bay of Islands Arrival Tour with Waitangi Treaty Grounds from Auckland

Leisure Tours

Join this spectacular 3 day arrival tour for the chance to see both Auckland and the Bay of Islands. You will be picked up from Auckland airport on arrival and enjoy 2 nights accommodation in your Central Auckland hotel. On day two, you will experience a full day tour up to the beautiful Bay of Islands: a year round destination and the birth place of our nation. Eplore the townships of both Paihia and Russell and embark a guided tour of Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Drop off at Auckland Airport on day three can be included.

Inclusions: 2-nights accommodation, Driver/guide, Airport pickup

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By ClosesOnTour

Graham from Leisure Tours picked four of us up from our hotel for a half day wine tour, visiting four wineries with lunch included. He was friendly, very knowledgeable and pointed out places of interest as he drove us to the Waipara Valley. We were very comfortable in his people mover with plenty of room for us all. Lunch at Waipara Springs Winery was delicious and the staff were friendly and helpful. The three other wineries had knowledgeable and friendly staff telling us all about their wines. We tasted several varieties and they were delicious. Graham had a good rapport with each winery and took us into each of the tasting rooms. We would certainly recommend this tour. We look forward to visiting Christchurch again and would contact Leisure Tours regarding the other tours they offer.

7. 5-Day Best of the North Island Tour from Auckland

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This five day independent tour offers the best the North Island has to offer. The tour includes the Bay of Islands with Hole in the Rock cruise, a guided tour of Hobbiton, Rotorua and its many attractions, the famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves and more. Four star hotel accommodation and transportation included.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off for Auckland, Paihia, and Rotorua, Commentary by local guides, One nights accommodation in Auckland and Paihia; Two nights accommodation in Rotorua, Admission fees and all transport/tour fees listed in itinerary, All transport to and from activities/accommodation

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities (optional)

Reviewed By ClosesOnTour

Graham from Leisure Tours picked four of us up from our hotel for a half day wine tour, visiting four wineries with lunch included. He was friendly, very knowledgeable and pointed out places of interest as he drove us to the Waipara Valley. We were very comfortable in his people mover with plenty of room for us all. Lunch at Waipara Springs Winery was delicious and the staff were friendly and helpful. The three other wineries had knowledgeable and friendly staff telling us all about their wines. We tasted several varieties and they were delicious. Graham had a good rapport with each winery and took us into each of the tasting rooms. We would certainly recommend this tour. We look forward to visiting Christchurch again and would contact Leisure Tours regarding the other tours they offer.

8. Auckland to Hokianga & Bay of Islands 3 Day Private Tour

Sky Tower, Victoria Street West, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand TIME Unlimited Tours

Experience some of the most beautiful landscapes New Zealand has to offer, enjoy participating in an amazing Maori Cultural Experience, see some of the world’s greatest trees and experience the world famous Bay of Islands. Travel to and from Auckland in a Mercedes luxury vehicle on a Private Tour to the “Birthplace of Aotearoa/New Zealand”.

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.

Reviewed By AylaS171

I had the best experience with Time Unlimited Tours, they were so prompt with their service. I had a group of 70 people getting transported from one venue to another. It was absolutely hassle free and my guests were very impressed! They were on time, so kind and helpful. Neill and Ceillhe are the loviest people and I just can't recommend their service enough!! 10/10 across the board. I would use this company again, ANY day of the week!

9. Private Tour - Bay of Islands & Northland 3 days from Auckland

Domestic Terminal, Auckland 2022, New Zealand Rogue Pony Experiences and Private Tours

A 3-day all inclusive private tour into the real far north of New Zealand. Ideal to extend your ship cruise if you missed the Bay of Islands or as a getaway from Auckland. Only you, your partner and your guide will be travelling in the comfort of a Toyota 4x4 SUV, solo travellers also welcome. Your tour begins at the Domestic Terminal of Auckland Airport for the included Air New Zealand flight to Whangarei where you join your guide. Visit over three epic days a Kiwi-bird raising sanctuary, waterfalls, ancient kauri forests, glow worm caves and historic harbours and missionary stations. Travel over unsealed back country roads as well as the more remote highways of the North Island. Stay in boutique accommodation in the remote Hokianga. With your choice of afternoon activity on the third day in the Bay of Islands you get to experience the best of Northland. You will leave your guide at the Bay of Islands Airport before taking your included flight back to Auckland.

Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Private transportation, Flights to and from Northland from Auckland Domestic terminal

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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

10. 3 Day Bay of Islands Winterless North Tour

No. 9 Hotel, 9 Manukau Road, Epsom, Auckland 1023, New Zealand Haka Tours

At Haka Tours we believe that size does matter and that's why we only take a max of 16 guests at a time on our 22 seater Haka coach. You'll have a unique Haka Adventure with a passionate local Kiwi guide. This tour is great if you want a magical, yet quick escape to soak up the sun in beautiful Northland. As the tour starts early in the morning, you can opt to book accommodation with us in Auckland the night before the tour – only having to walk downstairs on day 1 makes for a stress-free morning. Likewise, you can book an extra night at the end of the tour so you are not in a rush once we go our separate ways.

Inclusions: 3 nights in high-end hostel accommodation – dorm share, upgrades available , Orientation tour of every location, Comfortable bus transport, Continental breakfast every day, Fish and chip dinner with spectacular Bay of Islands views, Marvel at the Hokianga Harbour and its giant sand dunes, Vist Tāne Mahuta – a giant kauri tree in the Waipoua Forest

Exclusions: Lunch and Dinner at your own expense

Reviewed By Elizabeth K

I booked a trip scheduled 2nd April, the company notified me that due Covid 19 pandemic the tour would be cancelled. I was offered options of a refund or get credits. I chose refund as I was not gonna get any other time which they concurred. After 2 weeks I was contacted by one rude Eva Lawrence who stayed that the business was not doing well due to the pandemic hence they would not refund back the money?! So is that how you treat your customers? Was it my fault that you cancelled the trip due to the pandemic??! I need a refund ASAP. [email protected] +61450753569

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