AAT Kings: Jewels of the Bay 26/27
This adventure may be short, but it’s certainly sweet. Think of it as a travel amuse bouche – a taster to inspire further trips to New Zealand. You pack in a lot of attractions, from Auckland’s windswept harbour, dotted with yacht sails, to the gem-like Bay of Islands, its archipelago of subtropical islets ideally explored on a cruise. Wherever this NZ tour takes you, expect a dose of heritage and Māori culture. Discover how and where New Zealand became a member of the Commonwealth and explore the streets of the country’s first European settlement and seaport.
Guided Coach Tours
This suggested tour costs from NZD$1,400 per person (twin share, low season)
Starts in Auckland, finishes in Auckland
4 days/3 nights
Hotel 3 star
Pre and post tour options? YES
Tour Inclusions
At a glance - AAT Kings: Jewels of the Bay 26/27
Day 1: Welcome to Auckland
Day 2: Auckland - Bay of Islands
Day 3: Bay of Islands Free Time
Day 4: Bay of Islands - Auckland
Detailed itinerary
Day 1 - Welcome to Auckland
Auckland never fails to turn on the charm, as you’ll discover while exploring the city at your leisure.
Staying in:
- Radisson RED Auckland (1 night)
Day 2 - Auckland - Bay of Islands
Hit the road this morning for a scenic sojourn to the Bay of Islands. This pocket of the country deserves its name – there are more than 140 subtropical islets off the coast here, lined with blissful undeveloped and unpeopled beaches. It’s undeniably beautiful, but it also holds a special historical significance; this is where the Treaty of Waitangi was signed in 1840, between Captain William Hobson and Māori chiefs, officially denoting New Zealand as a member of the Commonwealth, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Your local specialist at the Treaty Grounds, quite possibly a descendant of one of the original signatories, will explain the importance of the site, while pointing out the world’s largest ceremonial war canoe and a carved meeting house. These are just some of the Māori artefacts that characterise this part of the north coast.
Staying in:
- Copthorne Hotel and Resort (1 night)
Day 3 - Bay of Islands Free Time
If there’s a travel destination that inspires wanderlust, the Bay of Islands is it. Today, trip the light fantastic and head off on an Optional Experience* in whatever direction you please. Perhaps, cruise through the Bay of Islands, glass of New Zealand wine in hand. Or maybe on a mini jaunt around the romantic town of Russell, the country’s first permanent European settlement and seaport. Fun fact: the town’s streets retain their original names and layout from 1843. Ask your Travel Director for touring tips – and places to wine and dine in between. Wherever your NZ holiday takes you today, we recommend finding somewhere special to salute the end of the day – this part of the country is known for its for blazing sunsets.
Staying in:
- Copthorne Hotel and Resort (1 night)
Day 4 - Bay of Islands - Auckland
If you’ve never heard of Whangarei, you’re probably not alone. But today, New Zealand’s most northerly city is well and truly on your radar. A place where galleries meet museums, Whangarei is the country in a tantalizing snapshot – a union of nature and forward-thinking culture. Stroll the picturesque Town Basin – before sinking back into your seat for the mesmerizing commute back to Auckland.
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