Bay of Islands Day Tour from Auckland
- Location:Auckland, New Zealand
- Duration:12 hours (approx.)
- TOUR Code:3910AKLHISBOI
Tour the Bay of Islands on a full-day trip from Auckland. You'll see spectacular rural and coastal scenery en route, visit historic Waitangi, cruise from Paihia and have free time to enjoy the cafes, museums and shops of Russell, New Zealand's early capital.
Highlights
- Full-day trip from Auckland to Waitangi, Paihia and Russell in the Bay of Islands
- Guided tour of Waitangi Treaty House
- Bay of Islands ferry trip between Paihia and Russell
- Guided tour of Russell and free time to shop or dine
- Free time in Paihia
- Entertaining and informative commentary from your friendly driver/guide
- Pickup and drop off from selected city-centre Auckland hotels
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Your day trip starts with a scenic drive from Auckland to visit the Waitangi Treaty House and grounds, and see a traditional Maori meeting house and a huge waka (war canoe). Next you'll board the Bay Belle ferry to cruise from Paihia to historic Russell, a lovely town that retains the charm of its early whaling port days.
At Russell, you'll join a fascinating mini-tour of the area with a local guide. After the tour you'll have free time to wander and enjoy the cafes, museums and craft shops along the waterfront. You'll also have free time to explore the arcades and shops in Paihia before reboarding your coach back to Auckland.
Schedule Details
Historic Bay of Islands Day Tour from Auckland
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- 7:15am
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
Duration:12 hours (approx.)
Return details:Concludes in Auckland at approximately 8:15pm
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Additional Information
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Transport by air-conditioned coach
- Live commentary on board
- Mini tour of Russell
- Waitangi Treaty House guided tour
- Round trip ferry between Paihia and Russell
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Gratuities (optional)
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat
- Departures and itineraries may be subject to sea and weather conditions.
- The traveling time between Auckland and the Bay of Islands is approximately 4 hours each way.
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This day trip worked well from the pickup to the drop off. Both transfers worked as advertised ... Read more ›
Paul W, April 2012
Dave, the driver, coordinator, information specialist was excellent. The sites more than met ... Read more ›
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