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New Zealand: Best of the North Island

15N/16D

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Trip Overview

PRICE STARTING FROM
₹63,431
DURATION
7 days
STARTS IN ENDS IN
Auckland Wellington
OPERATED IN
English
OPERATOR
WagnisTrip
TOUR CODE
#46411

Itinerary

Introduction

Now's the time to explore New Zealand on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. New Zealand’s North Island may be the smaller of the two, but what it lacks in size, it makes up for in adventure. Over this seven-day tour, you'll hop in a sea kayak to explore a secluded harbour, learn about Maori culture from the source, and experience the might Haka. There's no better way to live, breathe, and paddle the New Zealand experience.

Day 1:

Auckland

Arrive to your hotel by 3pm today to jump straight into the action. Join your CEO and group of travelmates for an exclusive introduction to the All Blacks. Dive straight into this immersive experience to learn all about the famed All Blacks and the significance to Kiwis country wide. Afterward opt to grab dinner with your new friends.

Accommodation:

- Attic Backpackers (or similar).

Included Activities:

- Welcome Meeting - Meet Your CEO and Group

- All Blacks Experience

- Connect With New Friends

Optional Extras to chose from:

- Auckland Sailing: America's Cup Experience (Pre Tour)

Additional Notes: Please note the tour begins Day 1 at 3pm with a brief meeting with your CEO. Please plan to arrive to your joining hotel no later than 3pm on Day 1. Please book any arriving flights to land by 1pm into Auckland. Or jump right into your adventure by adding the 'Auckland Sailing: America's Cup Experience' extra to your tour. Work with a crew to sail around Auckland's Waitemata Harbour on a competitive yacht, and take in the stunning views. PLEASE NOTE: If booking this extra, a pre-night in Auckland is highly recommended as this activity may start early in the morning on Day 1.

- Connect With New Friends

Day 2:

Auckland/Raglan (1B, 1L)

Begin your journey along backroads to Bridal Veil Falls where the group will head out on a short walk through north island native bush to this stunning waterfall. Continue onwards to the surf town of Raglan. After, get on the water for some sea kayaking and a boat trip; exploring remote parts of the harbour before, enjoy some fish & chips. With full stomachs and a relaxed atmosphere the group will head to our accommodation right in the middle of the surf and arts town of Raglan for the night. Travel to Raglan, a cool coastal town famous for its black sand beach and surf break. You’ll kayak to a remote part of the harbour for a boat cruise and lunch, before heading to our accommodation, close to the action in Raglan this evening.

Accommodation:

- Raglan Backpackers, Surf, Kayak, Paddle Board Hire & Waterfront Lodge (or similar).

Meals Included:

- Breakfast

- Lunch

Transport:

- Private Vehicle: Auckland to Raglan 03:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:

- Sea Kayaking

- Wahine Moe Boat Cruise


Day 3:

Raglan/Rotorua (1B)

Another day another chance to explore! Today the group will begin journeying to Rotorua with a stop along the way in Waitomo. Here you can choose to go caving in the famous Waitomo caves, where you will see glow worms light up the cave’s ceiling just like stars in the night sky (sounds like a pretty unforgettable experience to us.) Next stop is Rotorua, notable for its geothermal activity (think hot springs galore) and culture. Stop en route at Waitomo. Enjoy free time to visit the Waitomo Caves, famous for their glow-worms and adventure activities, or explore this scenic area by foot.

Accommodation:

- Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua (or similar).

Meals Included:

- Breakfast

Transport:

- Private Vehicle: Raglan to Rotorua 03:00 Hr(s)


Day 4:

Rotorua (1B, 1D)

Spend a free day in fascinating Rotorua. Opt to explore hot springs, walking past bubbling mud pits and multi-coloured pools, or go on a white-water rafting excursion. In the evening, you'll visit a thermal valley for an engaging cultural experience by night at the Te Puia Village. Enjoy a free day in Rotorua and explore the optional activities available, this evening you’ll be treated to an engaging cultural experience on the grounds of a historic Maori village.

Accommodation:

- Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua (or similar).

Meals Included:

- Breakfast

- Dinner

Included Activities:

- Te Puia Geyser by Night


Day 5:

Rotorua/Taupo (1B)

Depart Rotorua in the morning and travel to Taupo. Along the way stop for a visit to Rainbow Mountain Reserve for a short walk to a volcano. Then, continue on for a visit to the mighty Huka Falls. These impressive falls are not to be missed on the North Island. Arrive in Taupo, home to New Zealand's largest lake and the world's biggest crater lake in the evening. stops and short walks along the way. We roll into Franz Josef around late afternoon/early evening.

Accommodation:

- Base Taupo (or similar).

Meals Included:

- Breakfast

Transport:

- Private Vehicle: Rotorua to Taupo 01:00 - 02:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:

- Huka Falls


Day 6:

Taupo/Wellington (1B)

Hit the road to the nation’s capital at the southern end of the North Island. Take in the ever-changing scenery, swap travel stories with your group, and simply reflect on your journey. The group will arrive early enough to visit the National Museum, Te Papa — home to displays of historical Maori artifacts and modern exhibits. Then the choice is yours, so take that cable car ride to the hills overlooking the city, or make that stroll along the Oriental Parade happen because you're here now and you might as well take advantage of everything around you. The group will finish the day off with an optional night out on the town together in the central business district. Travel to Wellington, New Zealand's capital city. Arrive early enough for a visit to the National Museum, Te Papa. Take a short walk from our accommodation to see the sights of the central business district. Finish the day off with an optional night on the town.

Accommodation:

- Nomads Capital Hostel Wellington (or similar).

Meals Included:

- Breakfast

Transport:

- Private Vehicle: Taupo to Wellington 05:00 - 06:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:

- Big Night Out


Day 7:

Wellington (1B)

Depart at any time. Alas, your trip has come to an end. However, who says you have to go home? Why not add on another tour so you can keep exploring this stunning part of the world. After all, does anyone ever regret extending a vacation?

Meals Included:

- Breakfast

Included Activities:

- Departure Day


What’s Included

Accommodation

Hostels (4 nts, multi-share with 4-6 people), basic lodges (2 nts). Most nights are multi-share on this trip.

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

COVID-19 Health & Safety Measures

As of October 1, 2021 G Adventures' Vaccinated Tours Policy applies: All travelers must meet the G Adventures requirements for joining their tours. The majority of tours require travelers to be fully vaccinated and the full/final COVID-19 vaccination must be at least 14 days before the first day of the tour. There are some tours and departures that are only ‘Travel-Ready’ which means all travelers must be fully vaccinated or have a negative COVID-19 test within 96 hours before the first day of the tour. Please, double check with the G Adventures Support Team about the requirements of your tour and departure date. ** Updated Vaccine Mandate Changes as of 16 December 2022 below** Travel with Confidence & Vaccinated Tours As we continue to see vaccine mandates shifting and countries evolving COVID-19 policies, we have continued to monitor and adjust our policies in line. Based on this, we will be making some adjustments to our Vaccinated Tours and Travel with Confidence policy in 2023. Tours departing on or after March 31, 2023 we will no longer be requiring all travellers to be vaccinated to travel with G Adventures. However, we still strongly recommend that all travellers are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to travelling. As per our existing policy, it is the travellers responsibility to ensure they are aware of and adhere to the regulations of the country they are visiting. Please remember to ensure that your travellers have adequate travel insurance to protect them should their travel plans change, this should include trip disruption and COVID-19 coverage. Our National Geographic Journeys, National Geographic Family Journeys and G Expedition will remain fully vaccinated for all departures. You can read more about these policies here: https://www.gadventures.com/travel-with-confidence/ Leading up to March 31, 2023 our tours will continue to be Vaccinated Tours and you can look for the Vaccinated Tours icon to indicate which departures are vaccinated and which will not require a vaccination as we move forward with this change. You can find more information on our Travel with Confidence landing page https://www.gadventures.com/travel-with-confidence/ or as well as on Sherpa. Thank you for your continued support as we navigate these updates. ** Updated Vaccine Mandate Changes as of 16 December 2022 above**

Meals

6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner This tour offers Jain, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal and Kosher food options on request.

Additional Services

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Meeting - Meet Your CEO and Group Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Big Night Out Moment: Wellington. Wahine Moe Boat Cruise (Raglan). Sea kayaking excursion (Raglan). Maori cultural experience. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Transport

Private vehicle, kayak, walking

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered. If you require travel insurance, TourRadar has partnered up with World Nomads to provide a hassle-free experience.

Optional

Other activities and services not included

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