New Zealand & Fiji
New Zealand & Fiji

Northern Explorer Northbound 2012 - 13

Apr 12 - Mar 13

  • Take in the North Island on this quick sampler of everything that NZ has to offer.
  • Best suited for those short of time, this will give you a taste of stunning scenery, and heart-racing action!

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Essential Info

Trip starts
Wellington, New Zealand
Trip ends
Auckland, New Zealand
Trip code
JNZ7AR
Trip duration
7 Days
Countries Visited
New Zealand
Accommodation
Quad Share
Group Size
Average 25 People
Transport
Modern air-conditioned coach

Exclusive To Topdeck:

  • Rock the Boact Upgrade Option 

  • Overnight in a traditional Maori Marae

What's Included:

  • 6 breakfasts (B), 3 dinners (D)
  • 3 nights in hotels/motels, 2 nights in lodges/cabins, 1 night in a traditional Maori Marae
  • Bay of Islands
  • Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
  • Auckland and Wellington city tours
  • Modern air-conditioned midi coach
  • Escorted services of a fully trained Trip Leader & Driver

Additional Information

Itinerary

Map of Northern Explorer Northbound 2012 - 13

Day 1 Wellington.

Take a day to explore the nation’s capital. Why not visit Te Papa National Museum or ride the scenic cable car (optional). There is plenty of shopping and contemporary galleries on offer as well as impressive bars and restaurants. 

 

Day 2 Wellington to Taupo.

Leaving Wellington behind we travel north to Taupo home to NZ’s largest lake. (B)

 

Day 3 Taupo.

The day is yours to explore this beautiful area, with hundreds of stunning natural spots and loads of optional activities. (B, D)

 

Day 4 Taupo to Rotorua Marae Experience.

In the afternoon we head for Rotorua, on the way we’ll pass the thundering Huka Falls and the Wairakei geo-thermal area. Tonight we’ll be staying in a traditional Maori Marae for an evening of culture, history and legend. (B, D)

 

Day 5 Rotorua Marae Experience to Bay of Islands.

We stop in Auckland for lunch before heading north. First stop is Parry’s Kauri Park to visit one impressive Kauri tree. Then it’s on to the seaside town of Paihia nestled among the Bay of Islands. Optional Upgrade to ‘Rock the Boat’ Overnight. (B)

 

Day 6 Paihia, Bay of Islands.

It’s a free day to explore the Bay of Islands with a bundle of optional activities on offer. Drive to Cape Reinga – the very top of the North Island. Sail the inner bay on a catamaran and spot dolphins. Or maybe even hike through bushland to the Haruru falls. (B, D)

 

Day 7 Paihia, Bay Of Islands to Auckland.

Today we head back to Auckland where we say goodbye to our crew and new mates. (B) 


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