The Mount Cook National Park panoramic view, Canterbury (Waitaha), New Zealand.

NORTHERN POINTS Group Tour

A epic scenic adventure through the North Island in New Zealand, a ultimate outdoor utopia in nature.

12
Days
1
1 Country
11
11 Cities
1
1 National Park
42
42 Attractions
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(AUCKLAND - KERIKERI - PAIHIA - OMAPERE - MATAKANA - MATAMATA - AUCKLAND - ROTORUA - CHRISTCHURCH - WANAKA - ARROWTOWN - QUEENSTOWN - MILFORD SOUND - AUCKLAND) (North Islands). (Minimum 2 passengers for the tour)

A epic scenic adventure through the North Island and ultimate outdoor utopia in nature, New Zealand, a dream-like landscape of sweeping mountains, glaciers, wide open space and stunning cities. Experience the beauty and the colorful world of the South Pacific on this 12 day tour and explore the best that New Zealand has to offer, it's fascinating culture, it's history, it's cities, it's mountains with impressive peaks and it's beautiful lakes of crystal clear waters. Undoubtedly, many options and adventures for singles, friends and couples alike!.

  • A city that stands out for the tourist interest that awakens, AUCKLAND is a wonderful city that offers numerous activities such as hiking, surfing and kayaking, as well as being able to taste the delicacies of its cuisine.
  • The beautiful city of KERIKERI is full of stories, of pure flavor and of a vast and vast culture and art.
  • Its Pahia Hill and Mount Victoria are some of the great attractions of PAHIA, which despite being small, tells a wonderful story.
  • White sand beach adventures, fishing and luxurious places to relax, all this and more offers the beautiful city of OMAPERE.
  • Wines, delicious cheeses and a fantastic panorama, are some of the attractions that accompany the picturesque region of MATAKANA.
  • Spectacular rural places with farms, the people of the hobbit and fascinating waterfalls adorn the town of MATAMATA.
  • The city of ROTORUA offers a variety of attractions and experiences for everyone, from those looking for adventure to those who just want to relax.
  • Colorful landscapes, numerous outdoor activities surrounded by lush nature, all this and more offers the beautiful region of CHRISTCHURCH.
  • A popular city of Veraneo is the city of WANAKA, beautiful and impressive.
  • With a vast and colorful nature, ARROWTOWN also offers numerous restaurants, museums and churches that immerse tourists in the city's history.
  • In the city of QUEENSTOWN you can do, among other outdoor activities, hiking, sightseeing, as well as shopping or enjoying high quality restaurants.
  • Boat trips are a great way to experience the wonderful MILFORD SOUND and enjoy the breathtaking nature it offers between mountains and waterfalls.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Departure from AUCKLAND
  • Group tour
  • Adventure & nature tour
  • Offered in Spanish and Italian
  • 5 Stars Rating
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Australian Travel, our service provider has been operating in the international tourism sector since 1996. The passion and love for the Australian continent has led its founders to become a very professional and specialized tour operator in several of the most fascinating destinations of the World: Oceania (Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands), Asia and Middle East. Over the years, his team has acquired extensive knowledge of these destinations, visiting each of these sites to ensure customers a top quality product, taking care of every detail and guaranteeing the services offered. Australian Travel has agreements with the best airlines and experienced suppliers in the region, guaranteeing competitive prices and an excellent service. Australian Travel stands out for its passion and professionalism, improving its services every day.

  • Guaranteed departure on fixed dates and a minimum of 2 passengers is required.
  • 11 nights at a hotel in Auckland, Paihia, Omapere, Rotorua, Christchurch, Wanaka and Queenstown.
  • Qualified guide in Spanish or Italian (according to the indicated departure dates) for the tour and transfers (however we reserve the right to operate some tours with a low number of participants with Italian and Spanish speaking driver / guide).
  • 11 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 2 dinners.
  • Transfers between different destinations where indicated by the program. Transportation by private coach (we reserve the right to operate some regular bus tours in the case of groups with a reduced number of participants).
  • Accommodations according to the program;
  • Auckland / Kerikeri domestic flight.
  • IN / OUT transfers.
  • Activities and excursions as described in the program.
  • Local taxes (GST) of 15%.

not included

  • Intercontinental flights to and from the destination of the start and end of the program.
  • Tourist entry and exit visas (visa) for the countries of transit flights and for the countries that make up the program, according to the immigration regulations established by each specific country. There is no visa required for European, U.S. or Canadian citizens. If you are not a European, American or Canadian citizen, you must contact your destination country’s consulate for your specific entry requirements.
  • Passport should be valid for 6 months from the date of departure and we recommend having at least one blank passport page for entry stamps.
  • Airport taxes per person.
  • Registration fee and medical insurance / luggage / mandatory cancellation with medical coverage per person; which must be contracted directly by the clients themselves with the insurance companies that they consider best.
  • Other possible taxes that apply according to the provisions of each country that make up the program and countries with transit flights.
  • Additional meals and drinks.
  • Gratuities or Tips.
  • Excursions and optional activities not provided for in the program.
  • Taxes (entrance fees) to the national parks that are visited in the program.
  • Any other service that is not expressly indicated in the program.
  • Early check-in to the rooms of the Auckland hotel on the day of arrival before 3 pm (pre-registration).
  • Possible late check-out. Room check-out by 10 am.
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Overview of your trip:

This 12-day group tour is not only something special for active travelers, but also for those who want to discover New Zealand and especially the North Islands in a different way. Your guide will take you through the best charms of New Zealand.

A group journey between cities, national parks, waterfalls and landscapes to find and keep forever in your memory the most spectacular of New Zealand, known in the world for it's virgin nature. A tour to share in small groups with a local guide and designed for the most adventurous clients.

We recommend that customers book their international flights to the country of start and end of the program to guarantee their arrival at least one day before the tour's departure date. The Tour Operator and the Travel Agency do not assume any responsibility for possible breaches of the program and what this situation could generate due to possible delays in the arrival of customers on time for different reasons.

Tour Activity Level: This tour includes moderate physical activity. The itinerary blends some longer days with shorter days and more leisure time. Walking tours, as well as walking slightly longer distances, up stairs or on uneven walking surfaces should be expected.

IMPORTAN NOTES:

  • Net package prices are expressed in USD, Euros, Cad o GBP per pax.
  • This quotation doesn’t constitute a service reservation until your final confirmation.
  • Prices are valid according to the specified amount of pax.
  • It is NOT included in our prices sleeping bag for camping, drinks with the meals, airport tax, tips and porters service.
  • Our prices do NOT include supplements for special dinners in Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. Booking including any of the mentioned dates are subject to hotels’ availability until Cubature confirmation.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

  • We recommend that clients take out full travel and health insurance for the activities included in the itinerary.
  • We recommend wearing light clothing and footwear, short-sleeved shirts and shorts, hats, caps and creams to protect the skin from the sun and mosquito repellents and bathing clothes for swimming in streams, rivers and / or beaches. There may be some insects and mosquitoes in the parks we will visit.
  • It is important that the client, prior to their travel dates, check the weather forecasts in the different countries and regions visited in the program, so that they can prepare the most appropriate clothes and shoes.
  • We recommend you bring your own flashlights and other adventure travel accessories. It will help in dark places and on camping nights.
  • Beware of the burning sun. We recommend you bring your own protective lotions.
  • We may need a small backpack for personal belongings abroad.
  • In most of the countries that are visited in the program we have a widely extended medical assistance, with clinics in the most remote areas of the countries. Anyway, if you suffer from a chronic disease or allergy, etc., we recommend you bring your first aid kit or personal medications, especially when you are away from major cities.
  • It is suggested to wear sunglasses and photographic and video cameras to keep the beautiful memories of your vacation.
  • We recommend you always drink bottled and sealed mineral water during your stay in the different countries visited in the program.
  • If hotels mentioned in the itinerary are already fully booked, we reserve the right to book another accommodation of equivalent standard.

Baggage allowance:

  • Please note that our travelers are limited to one checked bag and one carry-on bag per person due to storage limitations on motor coaches and other transfers, which may include train connections or flights.
  • Contact your airline(s) for baggage size and weight restrictions for your flights, which may include on-tour flights in addition to your round-trip flights to and from tour. Please note that your included on-tour flights may have more restrictive baggage limits.
  • Some airlines may impose additional charges if you choose to check any baggage or exceed baggage size and weight restrictions. Be advised that you are responsible for any baggage fees incurred on all flights.
  • Make sure you label your baggage and keep valuables, medication, and documents in your carry-on bag.

Connectivity:

  • Wi-Fi is available in most hotels, though some charges may apply.
  • There is no Wi-Fi on in some of the motor coaches.
  • Please contact your mobile service provider for information on roaming charges.

Entry formalities: To enter New Zealand it is not necessary to be in possession of a visa for a maximum stay of 3 months, you only need to have a valid passport. We recommend having at least 6 months of remaining validity from the time of entry.

Driving in New Zealand: Traffic in New Zealand is on the left. An international driving license (Geneva Convention or Vienna equally accepted) or an official translation of our license is mandatory. To rent a car, you must be at least 21 years old and have held a driving license for at least 12 months; it is also mandatory to have a traditional credit card registered to the driver of the vehicle with the numbers in relief (non electron). Seat belt use is mandatory for all passengers in the vehicle.

Climate: The climate of New Zealand is temperate and maritime, two are the main seasons: winter and southern summer. From mid-November to mid-April the summer is hot and humid with temperatures ranging from 25 to 33 degrees, moving along the coast the rains are more abundant. From mid-May to mid-September, temperatures range between 20 and 23 degrees, from mid-April to mid-May the climate is in a transitory season where temperatures begin to fall and rainfall decreases, the coldest months are July and August.

Time Zone: Standard Time: UTC / GMT + 12 hours. New Zealand has a time difference between 10 and 13 hours ahead of Europe's main capitals.

Currency: The national currency is the New Zealand Dollar.

Medicines: Medicines imported into New Zealand for personal use are subject to controls and must be declared upon arrival. We advise you to bring the recipe or a letter from the treating doctor in English to explain your pathology and the properties of the drug.

Hotel stay: Check-in takes place from 14.00 onwards, the Check-out of this must normally take place before 11.00. Please refer to the policy of each hotel booked in the event of different regulations. The definition of triple and quadruple room refers only to existing beds, such types do not exist with 3 or 4 beds except in exceptional cases.

Electricity: The electricity is 230 volts, the plugs for the current are different from those used in Europe and North America, therefore, it is advisable to have an international adapter.

Telephony: The international prefix of New Zealand is 0064, before departure ask your telephone operator if it is enabled for international roaming and what are the costs for any calls. As far as Wi-Fi is concerned, it is increasingly widespread, especially in hotels, restaurants and common areas.

Rules and Restrictions: The legislation imposed by the Ministry of Agriculture on the import and export of food products is very strict, it is advisable to check before leaving for information on the list of products that cannot be imported into the country. Inbound and outbound every traveler who owns more than 10,000 New Zealand dollars (or the equivalent in currency) will have to fill in the Border Cash Report as part of the procedures. For the complete list, visit www.customs.govt.nz

Itinerary

  1. DIA 1AUCKLAND.

    Auckland Region (Tāmaki Makaurau) and AUCKLAND Modern car or microbus

    Clients will be received by their guide and transferred to their accommodation. Rest of the day off while the rest of the passengers that make up the group arrive, ideal to discover the first charms of this impressive capital city of New Zealand.

    Amenity Hotel: Upon arrival at the Grand Millennium Auckland Hotel each guest will receive a voucher for NZD $ 50 that can be used during their stay at this hotel in any of the restaurants, bar, mini-bar or room service. (This voucher cannot be exchanged for cash or any unused portion).

  2. DIA 2AUCKLAND - KERIKERI - PAIHIA.

    AUCKLAND, KERIKERI, and PAIHIA Air conditioned bus and Airplane

    Breakfast is included in the hotel. After breakfast early in the morning, they will meet their driver in the hotel lobby and will be transferred to Auckland's domestic airport. They will fly from Auckland to Kerikeri arriving at midday. Note: This flight is included in the cost of this tour.

    You will enjoy several historical places in this area such as Kemp House, the oldest building in New Zealand, which was part of a missionary settlement established in 1819. Then we will take a walk through the coastal town near Paihia and enjoy a guided walk through the historic house of the Treaty of Waitangi. You will see the traditional Maori meeting house.

    They will continue their journey with the guide with a walk through a mangrove forest to reach the Haruru Falls. In the afternoon they will go to the port where they will take a ferry to take a guided tour of the historic town of Russell. Dinner is included tonight at the Duke of Marlborough Hotel in Russell.

    Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 244.1 kms of flight approximately +23.4 kms by road.

  3. DIA 3PAIHIA - OMAPERE (HOKIANGA).

    PAIHIA and OMAPERE Air conditioned bus and Boat

    Breakfast is included in the hotel. This morning they will board a cruise to the famous area of Cape Brett. During this cruise you can enjoy the spectacular islands that make this place so famous, ending in the famous Hole in the Rock (subject to sea conditions).

    In the afternoon we will visit the caves of Kawiti, explore underground caves where they house thousands of luminous worms (glowworms). Next, we will go to the west coast and the port of Hokianga. Arrive at your hotel with time to rest. After an early dinner at your hotel, we will venture into the forest of Waipoua. We will meet our guide, a local Maori with whom we will enter the forest and will tell the legends and stories of the forest, its gods and spiritual inhabitants. You will be able to see the giant Kauri trees and hear the sounds of the nocturnal creatures.

    Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 84.6 kms approximately.

  4. DIA 4OMAPERE - MATAKANA - AUCKLAND.

    Auckland Region (Tāmaki Makaurau), AUCKLAND, and MATAKANA Air conditioned bus

    Breakfast is included in the hotel. This morning we return to Auckland. Along the way we will stop in Matakohe to visit the Kauri Museum and continue to the charming town of Matakana, where they will have time for lunch (lunch not included). Arrival in Auckland and transfer to your hotel in the afternoon. Free night available to customers to discover and enjoy the many night options of this impressive city of Auckland.

    Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 274.8 kms approximately.

  5. DIA 5AUCKLAND.

    Auckland Region (Tāmaki Makaurau) and AUCKLAND Air conditioned bus

    Breakfast is included in the hotel. You will start the day with a visit to the West Coast, particularly in the Muriwai Regional Park, with it's main feature of it's black sand coast. This beach is very popular for surfing and where a colony of gannets also normally lives. These magnificent birds expand their wings to more than a meter in length. We will continue our visit to the Auckland Museum with it's interesting collection of Maori and Polynesian art and relics, then we will visit the Parnell neighborhood where we will take a walk through one of Auckland's oldest neighborhoods, then to Mission Bay. Then we will head back to the city center with a visit to the Auckland Viaduct, followed by a visit to the Sky Tower, the Auckland Tower 328 meters high. From there you can admire a unique view of the city and it's two bays: Waitemata and Manukau. Transfer to your accommodation. Free night available to enjoy the many cultural and tourist attractions of the city of Auckland.

  6. DIA 6AUCKLAND - MATAMATA - ROTORUA.

    ROTORUA and MATAMATA Air conditioned bus

    Breakfast is included in the hotel. Departure to a magical journey through Middle-earth to The Hobbit Region, where the fascinating trilogy of "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit" was filmed. We will begin the trip south of Auckland through the Bombay Hills, crossing the rich agricultural region of Waikato. We will pass through the historic city of Cambridge where his style adds an English atmosphere. We will arrive at Shire’s Rest where we will begin our tour of Hobbiton Movie Set. This place is located within one of the most spectacular places in the region, and is the only place in the world where you can experience a real movie set in the first person. They will witness 37 hobbit holes, the double arch bridge, the party tree and the visit to the Green Dragon Inn. In this magical place you can take a picture at the same door of Bilbo's house, from where you can see the whole set of the movie in the hills. After the tour in this set, we will go to the Hobbiton marquee to enjoy a delicious buffet lunch.

    At the end of lunch we will go to Rotorua where they will be transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon we will visit Te Puia (formerly called Whakarewarewa), the Maori Thermal Reserve and Cultural Center at the National Institute of Arts and Crafts in New Zealand, where a prestigious woodcarving school operates. In this reserve you will see various deposits of silica and boiling mud and a tour of the geysers that are part of it will be made. They will then be received in the traditional way and will see a demonstration of Maori dances and songs. Later, you will enjoy the typical Maori cultural dinner.

    Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 228.8 kms approximately.

  7. DIA 7ROTORUA - WAIMANGU - CHRISTCHURCH.

    ROTORUA and CHRISTCHURCH Air conditioned bus and Airplane

    Breakfast is included in the hotel. We will visit the Waimangu thermal reserve in the morning, an extensive valley with abundant geothermal activity, where you can admire the forests and lakes of crystalline water that are close to the city, in particular the Blue and Green lakes. Upon completion, the transfer to the Rotorua airport will be made for the flight to Christchurch. Once in Christchurch, we will go to the Curators restaurant for lunch. After lunch we will tour the city and then we will move to your accommodation.

    Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 885.8 kms approximately by plane.

  8. DIA 8CHRISTCHURCH - WANAKA.

    CHRISTCHURCH and WANAKA Air conditioned bus

    Breakfast is included in the hotel. This morning we will visit Lake Tekapo, a beautiful alpine lake surrounded by mountains with crystal clear turquoise waters. Departure from Lake Tekapo, where we can see stunning views of Mount Cook, the highest peak in the country (3750m) and turquoise glacial lakes. The opportunity will be offered to make a panoramic flight (optional) over Mount Cook and the Fox and Franz glaciers located in the Southern Alps (activity subject to weather conditions). We will continue our journey through the MacKenzie Country area to reach our hotel in Wanaka

    Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 428.2 kms approximately.

  9. DIA 9WANAKA - ARROWTOWN - QUEENSTOWN.

    QUEENSTOWN and WANAKA Air conditioned bus

    Breakfast is included in the hotel. Free morning for walks around this spectacular lake and it's town full of cafes and craft shops. At noon departure from Wanaka to Queenstown, passing through the traditional mining town of Arrowtown, we will visit the “Bungy Bridge” (jump not included) where the famous “Bungee Jumping” originated. Transfer to your accommodation. Free night available to customers to discover the charms of this city on the South Island of New Zealand.

    Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 67.2 kms approximately.

  10. DIA 10QUEENSTOWN - MILFORD SOUND - QUEENSTOWN.

    MILFORD SOUND and QUEENSTOWN Air conditioned bus and Boat

    Breakfast is included in the hotel. Full day excursion to Milford Sound, traveling through the Fjords National Park. A boat trip will take you to the Tasman Sea, where you can appreciate how magnificent this fjord is, the Miter peak and the Bowen waterfalls. Lunch is included during the crossing. Return to Queenstown by bus, or you can return by plane or helicopter, flying over this park of high waterfalls, jungle, coasts, rivers and valleys until you reach the city (additional cost). This reservation will be made at destination because it is highly subject to weather conditions.

    Note: Please note that the Milford Sound excursion is subject to weather conditions. In case of being canceled, the excursion to Doubtful Sound will be offered, paying an additional supplement directly to the Real Journeys company. Note: We have no blockage on the Doubtful Sound excursion, so it is subject to availability on the day of the trip.

    Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 574.8 kms round trip approximately.

  11. DIA 11QUEENSTOWN.

    QUEENSTOWN Without transportation

    Breakfast is included in the hotel. Free day for optional activities. They have a pass included to get on the Skyline Queenstown cable car, so you can enjoy it at any time of the day. From the top of Bob’s Peak you can see spectacular panoramic views of the region.

  12. DIA 12QUEENSTOWN.

    QUEENSTOWN Modern car or microbus

    Breakfast is included in the hotel. Transfer to the airport and end of our services.

    End of the program.

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