Experience the Bay of Islands charm.

Spend a night in Paihia and enjoy the friendly atmosphere of this popular holiday resort.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Day One - Auckland / Russell / Paihia

• 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.
• RUSSELL RETURN FERRY:
  Travel across the bay to the beginning of European colonisation in New Zealand.
• RUSSELL:
  Join Russell Mini Tours for sightseeing around this fascinating township with its early whaling and political history. Enjoy lunch (optional at extra cost) and shopping along the waterfront before joining the ferry back to Paihia.
• PAIHIA:
  Take time to explore the busier side of the bay with its shops and arcades. You may even see a big game fish being weighed in at the wharf.
• KINGSGATE HOTEL AUTOLODGE OR SIMILAR:
  Hosting your accommodation tonight. There is an in-house restaurant or you can try one of many eateries in the village (meals at extra cost).

Day Two - Cape Brett / Auckland

• CAPE BRETT:
  The Hole In The Rock cruise, this has to be one of NZ's most famous offshore experiences (subject to sea conditions).
• URUPUKAPUKA ISLAND:
  Time to explore this delightful island.
• PAIHIA AT LEISURE:
  Spend the afternoon on the beach at Paihia, go shopping, sightseeing or laze at the poolside of your hotel.
• RETURN TO AUCKLAND:
  Your coach will pick you up from the Maritime Building at 4.20pm.