A day tour from Auckland to the first official centre of government in New Zealand. Visit Waitangi where Maori and European came together to sign a treaty of understanding between both parties formalising New Zealand's future as part of the British Empire.

Continue by high speed catamaran on a cruise via the Bay of Islands out to the famous Hole In the Rock on Piercy Island. The hole is large enough for the boat to sail through. The area is  also rich in marine life with Dolphin's often seen in the area.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• THE NORTH SHORE:
  Head over the Harbour Bridge via Auckland's northern suburbs.
• HIBISCUS COAST:
  Popular holiday and retirement resort with beautiful beaches.
• WHANGAREI:
  Northland's only city and largest port (note - coach does not stop here, we just pass through).
• WAITANGI TREATY HOUSE:
  Site of the historic treaty between the Maori and European pioneers. View a magnificent Maori meeting house and large war canoe.
• CAPE BRETT:
  Cruise by spectacular islands that make this location so famous as you head to Cape Brett. Travel through the Hole In The Rock, the highlight of your tour (subject to sea conditions). Boxed lunch included.
• Return to PAIHIA and join your coach for the return journey to Auckland.