Side Trip to the Bay of Islands
- 3 days (2 nights) from only
- £155 per person
A self-drive tour to discover the beautiful Bay of Islands.
Bay of Islands - 2 nights
Day 1 Auckland/Bay of Islands: Travel out of Auckland, viewing beautiful beaches along the way at Orewa and Waiwera. Stop at Bream Bay which is at the mouth of Waipu River and provides a home to many species of wader birds, including the rare New Zealand dotterel. Heading further north you will pass through Whangarei and Whakpara before arriving in Paihia where you overnight (approx. 3 hours 30 minutes).
Day 2 Bay of Islands: Day at leisure. Perhaps travel to the most northerly point of New Zealand – Cape Reinga, which holds great historic and spiritual significance. This is also home to the famous 90 Mile Beach where you can enjoy fabulous views of the Tasman Sea colliding with the Pacific Ocean. Alternatively visit Matauri Bay which has a superb beach and the Cavalli Islands just off shore. Diving can be arranged here to see the boat of the Rainbow Warrior.
Day 3 Bay of Islands/Auckland: This morning why not take a boat cruise to see the famous ‘Hole in the Rock’ and Urupukapuka Island, the largest in the Bay of Islands and historically important with a rich archaeological landscape. Be sure to keep an eye out for the playful dolphins which often take great delight in gliding alongside. Drive back to Auckland via the west coast, through the Waipoua Kauri Forest to view the giant kauri tree Tane Mahuta, ‘Lord of the Forest’. Continue with your journey to Auckland and return your hire car (approx. 3 hours 30 minutes).
Day 2 Bay of Islands: Day at leisure. Perhaps travel to the most northerly point of New Zealand – Cape Reinga, which holds great historic and spiritual significance. This is also home to the famous 90 Mile Beach where you can enjoy fabulous views of the Tasman Sea colliding with the Pacific Ocean. Alternatively visit Matauri Bay which has a superb beach and the Cavalli Islands just off shore. Diving can be arranged here to see the boat of the Rainbow Warrior.
Day 3 Bay of Islands/Auckland: This morning why not take a boat cruise to see the famous ‘Hole in the Rock’ and Urupukapuka Island, the largest in the Bay of Islands and historically important with a rich archaeological landscape. Be sure to keep an eye out for the playful dolphins which often take great delight in gliding alongside. Drive back to Auckland via the west coast, through the Waipoua Kauri Forest to view the giant kauri tree Tane Mahuta, ‘Lord of the Forest’. Continue with your journey to Auckland and return your hire car (approx. 3 hours 30 minutes).
Tour number: 1848
Departures: Daily
Sightseeing: Not included
Meals: Room only.
Extensions: Available. Please ask for details.
The tour price: Prices are per person, are for guidance only and include two nights accommodation at Scenic Circle Bay of Islands hotel and 3 days group C car hire.
Departures: Daily
Sightseeing: Not included
Meals: Room only.
Extensions: Available. Please ask for details.
The tour price: Prices are per person, are for guidance only and include two nights accommodation at Scenic Circle Bay of Islands hotel and 3 days group C car hire.
