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6-Day North Island Beaches & Boating

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Overview

Discover the beautiful blue sea and stunning beaches on this New Zealand Northern Island tour.

Spend an exciting few days sailing on an America's Cup Boat on the Auckland Harbour and a gourmet day out on Waiheke Island visiting olive mills and renowned vineyards. You'll learn all about why Auckland is known as the 'City of Sails' and explore this beautiful area.

You'll then head up to the breathtaking Bay of Islands where you'll walk in the footsteps of the people that were involved in the birth of a modern New Zealand, see spectacular Maori cultural performances and enjoy a wonderful day out sailing and spotting dolphins.
Sightseeing
Beach & Sea
Cruising
Food & Drink
Culture & Arts

Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Auckland, the City of Sails!

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Welcome to Auckland, the City of Sails!

Welcome to the New Zealand Northern Island! Upon arrival at the airport, your driver will meet you and take you to your hotel in downtown Auckland. Following check-in, you'll have the afternoon free to explore as you wish. You may want to hop on a bus to the nearby beaches or perhaps take a walk through Auckland's shopping district, Queen Street.

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    Accommodation

    Adina Apartment Hotel Auckland Britomart4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    AucklandOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Auckland Airport to Adina Apartment Hotel Auckland Britomart

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    Destinations

    Auckland

Day 2

America's Cup Sailing Experience

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America's Cup Sailing Experience

This day will be about learning why Auckland is called the 'City of Sails'. Today, you will enjoy the unique opportunity to participate in sailing on the Grand Prix America's Cup racing machines. You will become part of the crew and take the helm, exert energy on the grinders or simply sit back and enjoy the action as you sail down the Auckland Harbour. In the afternoon, you can head over to the picturesque bayside village of Devonport and enjoy the view of the harbour from Mount Victoria.

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    Accommodation

    Adina Apartment Hotel Auckland Britomart4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    America's Cup Sailing Experience

    DevonportOptional Activity

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    Destinations

    Auckland

Day 3

Gourmet Food & Wine Tour on Waiheke Island

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Gourmet Food & Wine Tour on Waiheke Island

This morning, you will depart Auckland on the Fullers Ferry to Waiheke Island. You will be met on arrival by your guide and begin your day of enjoying succulent fresh oysters, award-winning olive oil and other locally produced speciality foods, accompanied by wines from some of the Island's top boutique vineyards. Visiting an olive mill and two vineyards, you'll learn all about the processes involved to deliver these delicious flavours.

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    Accommodation

    Adina Apartment Hotel Auckland Britomart4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Fullers Ferry Waiheke Island

    Ananda Tours Waiheke Island Gourmet Food & Wine Tour

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    Meals

    Lunch

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    Destinations

    Auckland

Day 4

Explore the Bay of Islands & Waitangi

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Explore the Bay of Islands & Waitangi

Today, your tour takes you across the Auckland Harbour Bridge, north via the Hibiscus Coast to the beautiful Bay of Islands - a haven for people who enjoy sea activities and the beauty of uncrowded sandy beaches and native forests. You'll arrive in Paihia and visit the historic Waitangi Treaty Grounds, then be transferred to chosen accommodation. The rest of your day is yours to spend as you wish.

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    Accommodation

    Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Auckland to Bay of Islands & Waitangi

    Waitangi Treaty GroundsOptional Activity

    PaihiaOptional Activity

    RussellOptional Activity

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    Destinations

    Auckland

    Waitangi

    Paihia

    Russell

Day 5

Sailing & Dolphin Watching Adventure

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Sailing & Dolphin Watching Adventure

Today you will sail amongst the Islands on a 50-foot spacious catamaran the sailing yacht. This vessel is purpose-built for day sailing in the Bay of Islands. Aboard the boat, you'll be able to help set and trim the sails as well as relax on the spacious decks and watch for dolphins, penguins, petrels and other ocean birds. A delicious BBQ is served on board.

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    Accommodation

    Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Carino Sailing and Dolphin Adventures

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    Meals

    Lunch

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    Destinations

    Waitangi

    Paihia

Day 6

Depart the Bay of Islands

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Depart the Bay of Islands

Today it is time to say goodbye to this New Zealand Northern Island tour and take with you your treasured memories of sailing the waters of this beautiful area. When you're ready, you'll travel by luxury private transfer to Kerikeri airport where you'll depart after a truly memorable trip.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands to Kerikeri Airport (Bay of Islands Airport)

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    Destinations

    Waitangi

Included in Price

  • 5 nights accommodation
  • 5 activities
  • 2 lunches
  • Airport transfer
  • Ground transportation

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Licensed English speaking guides
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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