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Exploring the Winterless North

This 6 day tour starts in Auckland and finishes in Auckland.

Explore the tropical Bay of Islands, the magnificent giant Kauri trees of the Waipoua Forest and the boutique wine region of Matakana, the winterless north is the perfect year round destination. From emerald island cruises to private forest walks, discover the refined side of New Zealand’s founding region.

While this itinerary serves as a great starting point, we invite you to connect with our travel specialists, who can help tailor these experiences into a larger New Zealand journey personalised to your interests.

Accommodation type on this tour is: Boutique Lodges & Hotels.

This tour also features:

Included activity: The Visitor Promise - Cultural Learning Course

Included activity: Electronic Travel Guide and In-Country Support App

Included activity: Private Transfer Auckland Airport to your Auckland Accommodation with Tourcorp

Included activity: Island Hopper Day Cruise with Barefoot Sailing Adventures - Lunch Included

Included activity: Waitangi Treaty Grounds Guided Tour and Cultural Performance

Included activity: Twilight Waipoua Encounter

Included activity: Matakohe Kauri Museum

5 breakfasts, 1 lunch

Itinerary summary for: Exploring the Winterless North

Day 1: Welcome to Auckland City
Accommodation: The Hotel Britomart Auckland

Day 2: Travel north to the sub-tropical Bay of Islands
Accommodation: Arcadia Lodge, Russell

Day 3: Cruise the islands
Accommodation: Arcadia Lodge, Russell

Day 4: Cross Northland to the beautiful Waipoua Forest
Accommodation: Waipoua Lodge

Day 5: Follow the Kauri Coast south to Warkworth
Accommodation: Woodhouse Mountain Lodge Warkworth

Day 6: Travel south to Auckland Airport for your onward journey