Iconic North
7 Days Starting in Auckland and ending in Wellington
Visiting: Auckland, Mission Bay, Bastion Point, Waikato, Rotorua, Te Puia, Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, Huka Falls, Lake Taupo, Kapiti Coast, Wellington, Te Papa Museum of New Zealand, Wairarapa, Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne
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Tour Overview
You could spend eons exploring New Zealand’s two islands. If you only have time to do the North, this NZ holiday is for you. Discover cosmopolitan cities on an Auckland tour and Wellington tour. Revel in geothermal wonders on a steamy Rotorua tour. Drop in on Lord of the Rings movie sets. And be moved by Maori culture, whether in galleries or traditional villages. The Indigenous heartbeat is strong, wherever you venture on this epic NZ tour.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Welcome To Auckland
Location: Auckland
Accommodation Name: Cordis
Meet your fellow travel companions at a Welcome Reception and dinner, and share stories of your day-one wanderings.
Day 2 : Auckland
Location: Auckland, Mission Bay, Bastion Point
Accommodation Name: Cordis
Those sails on the harbour? They come from a long and fascinating history of boat-building and sailing, as you’ll discover on an America’s Cup tour at the New Zealand Maritime Museum. The water is your backdrop as you skirt the harbour toward dreamy Mission Bay and Bastion Point. There’s nothing like an epic view to set your soul soaring.
Day 3 : Auckland - Rotorua
Location: Waikato, Rotorua, Te Puia, Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Accommodation Name: Millennium Hotel, Rotorua
The O’Sullivan’s welcome you to their Waikato estate for a country-style lunch in their Red Barn. Expect country banter and farm-to-table fare prepared with a lot of love. The next hot spot – in every sense of the word – on your NZ holiday is Rotorua. Visit Te Puia to see and support Maori artisans at work, then continue your Rotorua tour at the steamy Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, a staggering valley where geysers pop and thermal springs jettison skywards.
Day 4 : Rotorua
Location: Rotorua
Accommodation Name: Millennium Hotel, Rotorua
Today, choose your own adventure. Tonight, dive deep into Indigenous culture at Te Pā Tū Māori Experience. Hear about Māori history, traditions, and future aspirations across an evening of celebration and feasting. Enjoy a forest kai horotai (seasonal canapes) and chef choice aperitif, followed by a seasonal three-course dinner.
Day 5 : Rotorua - Wellington
Location: Huka Falls, Lake Taupo, Kapiti Coast, Wellington
Accommodation Name: Rydges Wellington
You’ll hear Huka Falls well before you see it – 220,000 litres of water thunder over an 11 metre high waterfall every second. The road ahead unfolds in a broad panorama of Lake Taupo then the Kapiti Coast to New Zealand’s cool little capital, Wellington.
Day 6 : Wellington
Location: Wellington, Te Papa Museum of New Zealand, Wairarapa, Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne
Accommodation Name: Rydges Wellington
Your day in Wellington should – must – begin with a coffee. The city is known for its uber-cool cafés and with coffee in hand you will head out on a city sights tour to take in highlights such as its iconic cable car, parliament and Mt. Victoria. This afternoon is yours to discover Wellington. Perhaps visit Te Papa Museum of New Zealand, tour the Wairarapa wine region or the first urban completely fenced ecosanctuary of Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne, where the biodiversity of 225 hectares of forest is being restored.
Day 7 : Farewell From Wellington
Location: Wellington
It's been a week of epic sights and adventures in the North Island. All good things must come to an end, but there's time to enjoy one last breakfast with your travel companions.
What's Included
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What's included
Specialist team of two highly experienced Travel Director and Driver
Centrally located premium 4- & 5-star hotels
National Park entrance fees
Private arrival and departure transfers -
Dining
2 Dinners with Wine
6 Full Breakfasts
1 Be My Guest Lunch
1 Highlight Dinner -
Flight Information
Day 1 – flights to arrive by 4.00pm into Auckland Airport
Day 7 – flights to depart anytime from Wellington Airport
Flights are not included in the holiday price
Return airport to hotel transfers are included in the holiday price -
What to Bring
Water bottle
Warm layers in cooler months
Camera
Comfortable walking shoes
Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat
Mode of Transport
Day 1 – flights to arrive by 4.00pm into Auckland Airport
Day 7 – flights to depart anytime from Wellington Airport
Flights are not included in the holiday price
Return airport to hotel transfers are included in the holiday price
Accommodation
Your Guided Holiday includes a range of quality accommodation for your comfort. The accommodation you will enjoy on this tour includes:
Day 1 - Cordis, Auckland
Day 3 - Millennium Hotel, Rotorua
Day 5 - Rydges Wellington
Check out our Q&As
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a holiday with us is you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
It is important to adhere to departure times while on tour for the comfort of everyone on-board, and to make sure no one misses out on the planned experiences. The coach will not be able to wait for you, and in some instances, if you miss a departure time you will need to make your own way to the next destination to re-join the tour.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
AAT Kings operated Guided Holidays have competitive single supplement rates available if you prefer to confirm your own room. Or we can match you to share with a guest of the same gender at no extra cost. If we fail to match you, we will accommodate you in a single room at no extra cost.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Over 100 years
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
We will email your documents to you approximately four weeks before your departure date provided you have completed your pre trip registration using the My Travel Portal. If you’ve booked through a travel agent, your documents will be emailed directly to your agent.
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AAT Kings requires a minimum deposit of 100 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of aat kings charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.