Bay
of Islands Escape - Norhtland
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Explore by Coach or Self-Drive Car.
Flexible Daily Departures
The natural beauty of the Bay of Islands
has to be seen to be believed. It’s an aquatic playground
lavishly furnished with 144 islands and a myriad of secluded
beaches. It’s impossible to escape the lure of the
sea. There are almost endless opportunities for immersing
yourself in the blue-green world of island and beach –
sail through the bays, swim with dolphins, jet boat or cruise
to the Hole in the Rock!
| Day 1 |
Arrive
Auckland
Welcome to Auckland. This afternoon
we suggest a city sightseeing tour. |
| Day 2 |
Auckland
| Bay of Islands (149 miles)
Cross the Auckland
Harbour Bridge and travel north from Auckland
along the beautiful Hibiscus Coast to the Bay
of Islands. The afternoon enjoy a guided
visit to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds
where the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840,
cemented European and Maori into nationhood.
Balance of day at leisure to enjoy the many activities
of the area that was the stage for much of New Zealand's
early history. This included settlement by Polynesian
adventurers, discovery by Captain Cook and the unruly
whaling era. (Optional meal plans begin
today) |
| Day 3 |
Paihia,
Bay of Islands
Day at leisure or take an Optional Tour to
Cape Reinga. From Paihia enjoy the historical
and scenic journey to Cape Reinga. Drive along the
mighty Ninety Mile beach, beneath gigantic sand
dunes. If you dare -ride the sand sledges. At Cape
Reinga wander out to the lighthouse where spectacular
views of the two oceans -Pacific Ocean & Tasman
Sea meet. |
| Day 4 |
Bay
of Islands | Cruise | Auckland
Board the luxury catamaran
at the Paihia Maritime Wharf and cruise to Cape Brett.
This most popular cruise in the Bay of Islands will
whisk you on a comfortable journey out through game
fishing waters to the Cape Brett Lighthouse and the
famous "Hole in the
Rock". On the return journey time is
taken to meander through the islands. View sandy beaches,
beautiful bays and marine wildlife before an island
stopover allowing you to enjoy a scenic walk, swim
or browse through the local souvenir shop. Upon return
to Paihia your coach will return you to downtown Auckland
at approximately 9:15pm. |
Includes:
3 nights accommodation, Guided visit Waitangi Treaty Grounds,
Cape Brett "Hole in the Rock" Cruise. Seat-in-Coach
prices include arrival transfer. Self-Drive prices do not
include vehicle insurance.
Page Updated September 2011
