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Bay of Islands Itineraries


 

DISCOVER THE BAY GS9

GS9 TOUR INFORMATION

Departs          Discover New Zealand Travel Centre, 180 Quay Street, Auckland

Highlights      Auckland Harbour Bridge, Waitangi Treaty House,

                        Fullers “Hole in the Rock” Cruise. Includes boxed lunch

 

Departs          7.45am

Returns          8.00pm

 

 

GS9 DAILY ITINERARY SCHEDULE

7.00am

Hotel/motel pick ups commence

7.10am

Check in at Discover New Zealand Travel Centre (opposite the Ferry Building)

7.45am

Tour departs for Bay of Islands, morning tea and rest stop en route.  Continue through Northland's only city and major port, Whangarei.

12.00pm     

Arrive Bay of Islands.  Enjoy a guided walk through the historic Waitangi Treaty House and grounds.  Please keep with your guide.

1.15pm

 

For Day Tour passengers - Cape Brett 'Hole in the Rock'
Board your luxury catamaran for a comfortable journey out through the islands to Cape Brett.  Cruise through the mighty 'Hole in the Rock' (weather conditions permitting).  At Urupukapuka Island you must immediately transfer to another vessel for your return journey.  On arrival at Paihia, please go directly to the front of the Maritime Building to meet your Great Sights coach.

4.15pm

Board your Great Sights coach at the Maritime Building, Paihia Wharf for your return journey to Auckland.

8.00pm

Arrive at Discover New Zealand Travel Centre, hotel/motel drop offs commence


GS9 DESCRIPTIVE ITINERARY
      
                                                   
This fantastic tour takes you across the Auckland Harbour Bridge, north via the Hibiscus Coast to the beautiful Bay of Islands – a haven for people who enjoy sea activities and the beauty of uncrowded sandy beaches and native forests.  Arrive in Paihia and visit the historic Waitangi Treaty Grounds, then join a cruise to Cape Brett, to travel through the famous “Hole in the Rock” (weather permitting).  A packed lunch is included.  On completion of your cruise, rejoin your coach for your return journey to Auckland.

 


 

DISCOVER THE BAY ALTERNATIVE TOURS

 

RUSSELL MINI TOUR GS9R


GS9R TOUR INFORMATION

Departs         Discover New Zealand Travel Centre, 180 Quay Street, Auckland

Highlights      Auckland Harbour Bridge, Waitangi Treaty House, Russell Mini Tour, includes boxed lunch

 

Departs         7.45am

Returns         8.00pm

 

 

GS9R DAILY ITINERARY SCHEDULE

7.00am       Hotel/motel pick ups commence

7.10am       Check in at Discover New Zealand Travel Centre (opposite the Ferry Building)

7.45am       Tour departs for Bay of Islands, morning tea and rest stop en route.  Continue through Northland's only

                   city and major port, Whangarei.

11.45am     Arrive Bay of Islands.  Enjoy a guided walk through the historic Waitangi Treaty House and grounds. 

                   Please keep with your guide.

1.15pm       For Day Tour passengers - Russell Mini Tour

1.30pm       Board the passenger ferry to Russell.  Upon arrival proceed down the wharf to the Fullers Office for check in.

2.30pm       Board the Mini Bus and enjoy the many sights of this historic town, including Pompallier House, Christ's

                   Church, the Maritime Visitor Centre and the fabulous views from Flag Staff Hill.

3.00pm       Depart Russell by ferry returning back to Paihia where you will have some leisure time before check in.

4.15pm       Check in with you Great Sights coach at the Maritime Building, Paihia Wharf for your return to journey

                   to Auckland.

8.00pm       Arrive Discover New Zealand Travel Centre, hotel/motel drop offs commence.


 

GS9R DESCRIPTIVE ITINERARY      

 

This tour begins with the “Discover the Bay” tour.  After visiting the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, Fullers Ferry will take you to Russell, the first capital of New Zealand and significant in history of both the Maori and European.  The mini tour takes you around Russell ending with a Ferry trip back to Paihia to rejoin your coach to return to Auckland.  Packed lunch included.

 


 

EXCITOR HOLE IN THE ROCK OPTION GS9E

GS9E TOUR INFORMATION

Departs        Discover New Zealand Travel Centre, 180 Quay Street, Auckland

Highlights     Auckland Harbour Bridge, Waitangi Treaty House, Excitor “Hole in the Rock” Cruise,

                    includes boxed lunch

 

Departs          7.45am

Returns          8.00pm

 

  

GS9E DAILY ITINERARY SCHEDULE

7.00am         Hotel/motel pick ups commence

7.10am         Check in at Discover New Zealand Travel Centre (opposite the Ferry Building)

7.45am         Tour departs for Bay of Islands, morning tea and rest stop en route.  Continue through Northland's only 

                     city and major port, Whangarei.

11.45am       Arrive Bay of Islands.  Enjoy a guided walk through the historic Waitangi Treaty House and grounds. 

                     Please keep with your guide.

1.15pm         For Day Tour passengers - Excitor Boat

1.30pm         Check in with Fullers at the Maritime Building and enjoy some leisure time before your cruise.

2.00pm         Depart on your exhilarating journey to Cape Brett and the famous 'Hole in the Rock'.

4.00pm         Return to Paihia.

4.15pm         Check in with you Great Sights coach at the Maritime Building, Paihia Wharf for your return to journey

                      to Auckland.

8.00pm         Arrive Discover New Zealand Travel Centre, hotel/motel drop offs commence.

 

GS9E DESCRIPTIVE ITINERARY      

 

This tour begins with the “Discover the Bay” tour.  After visiting the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, the Fast Boat Company will take you on a 90-minute adventure of fun and exhilaration to Cathedral Cove (“Hole in the Rock”).  Travel at speed to points of interest where you will receive informal commentary and the opportunity to take photos.  Return by coach to Auckland.  Packed lunch included.

 


 

FULLERS SWIM WITH THE DOLPHINS OPTION GS9D

 

GS9D TOUR INFORMATION

 

Departs         Discover New Zealand Travel Centre, 180 Quay Street, Auckland

Highlights      Auckland Harbour Bridge, Fullers “Swim with the Dolphins” includes boxed lunch

Note              Waitangi Treaty House is not included in tour GS9D

 

Departs         7.45am

Returns         8.00pm

 

 

GS9D DAILY ITINERARY SCHEDULE

7.00am         Hotel/motel pick ups commence

7.10am         Check in at Discover New Zealand Travel Centre (opposite the Ferry Building)

7.45am         Tour departs for Bay of Islands, morning tea and rest stop en route.  Continue through Northland's only city

                     and major port, Whangarei.

11.45am       Arrive Bay of Islands.  You will be dropped off at the Maritime Building, Paihia Wharf.  Please check in at the  Fullers office for your 'Swim with the Dolphins' adventure. Leisure time before you part.

12.30pm      Depart on your ultimate marine adventure aboard a jet-powered catamaran.  Enjoy dolphin viewing from the large deck areas where you'll have plenty of room to move around.  As well as dolphins, at times you'll see Orcas, whales, seals, penguins and other wildlife.  After your Dolphin Adventure you'll have the added bonus of stopping on beautiful Urupukapuka Island.  Complimentary use of snorkels, goggles, fins and wetsuits when required.  Lunch and a hot drink provided.  On arrival at Paihia, please go directly to the front of the Maritime Building to meet your Great Sights Coach.

4.15pm        Board your Great Sights coach at the Maritime Building, Paihia Wharf for your return to journey to Auckland.

8.00pm        Arrive Discover New Zealand Travel Centre, hotel/motel drop offs commence.

 

  

GS9D DESCRIPTIVE ITINERARY

This tour begins with the “Discover the Bay” tour.  On arrival in the Bay, Fullers Bay of Islands will take you on the ultimate eco-marine adventure aboard their catamaran.  Weather permitting, you have the chance to get up close and to even swim with dolphins in the wild.  Packed lunch included.  Return by coach to Auckland.  Note: Waitangi Treaty Grounds not included in this tour.

 


 

AUCKLAND TO BAY OF ISLANDS GS8

 

GS8 TOUR INFORMATION

Departs         Discover New Zealand Travel Centre, 180 Quay Street, Auckland

Highlights      Auckland Harbour Bridge, the North Shore, Paihia

 

Departs         7.45am

Arrives          11.45am

 

 

GS8 DAILY ITINERARY SCHEDULE

7.00am        Hotel/motel pick ups commence

7.10am        Check in at Discover New Zealand Travel Centre (opposite the Ferry Building)

7.45am        Tour departs for Bay of Islands, morning tea and rest stop en route.  Continue through Northland's only

                    city and major port, Whangarei.

11.45am      Arrive Bay of Islands.  Hotel/motel drop offs commence.

 

 

GS8 DESCRIPTIVE ITINERARY

This fantastic tour takes you across the Auckland Harbour Bridge, north via the Hibiscus Coast to the beautiful Bay of Islands – a haven for people who enjoy sea activities and the beauty of uncrowded sandy beaches and native forests.

 


 

AUCKLAND TO BAY OF ISLANDS INCLUDING TREATY HOUSE GS8/23

 

 

GS8/23 TOUR INFORMATION

 

Departs         Discover New Zealand Travel Centre, 180 Quay Street, Auckland

Highlights      Auckland Harbour Bridge, the North Shore, Paihia Waitangi Treaty House & Grounds,

                     Paihia Waterfront

 

Departs         7.45am

Finishes        1.30pm Pahia

 

 

GS8/23 DAILY ITINERARY SCHEDULE

7.00am         Hotel/motel pick ups commence

7.10am         Check in at Discover New Zealand Travel Centre (opposite the Ferry Building)

7.45am         Tour departs for Bay of Islands, morning tea and rest stop en route.  Continue through Northland's only

                     city and major port, Whangarei.

11.45pm       Arrive Bay of Islands.  Enjoy a guided walk through the historic Waitangi Treaty House and grounds.

1.30pm         Hotel/motel drop offs commence.

 

 

 GS8/23 DESCRIPTIVE ITINERARY

This fantastic tour takes you across the Auckland Harbour Bridge, north via the Hibiscus Coast to the beautiful Bay of Islands – a haven for people who enjoy sea activities and the beauty of uncrowded sandy beaches and native forests.  Arrive in Paihia and visit the historic Waitangi Treaty Grounds.


 

BAY OF ISLANDS SIGHTSEEING GS23

 

 

GS23 TOUR INFORMATION

 

Departs          Maritime Building, Paihia

Highlights       Waitangi Treaty House & Grounds, Paihia Waterfront

 

Departs          11.45am

Returns          1.30pm

 

 

GS23 DAILY ITINERARY SCHEDULE

12.00pm       Enjoy a guided walk the historic Waitangi Treaty House and grounds.

1.30pm         Hotel/motel drop off commence.

 

 

GS23 DESCRIPTIVE ITINERARY     

Enjoy a guided walk through the historic Waitangi Treaty House and grounds.

 


  

BAY OF ISLANDS TO AUCKLAND GS24

 

GS24 TOUR INFORMATION

 

Departs          Maritime Building, Paihia

Highlights       Paihia, the North Shore, Auckland Harbour Bridge, Downtown Auckland

 

Departs          4.30pm  (your luggage will be collected between 12pm- 2pm from your hotel reception) 

Arrives           8.00pm Discover New Zealand Travel Centre

 

 

GS24 DAILY ITINERARY SCHEDULE

4.15pm        Board your Great Sights coach at the Maritime Building, Paihia Wharf for your return journey to Auckland.

4.30pm        Depart Pahia

8.00pm        Arrive at Discover New Zealand Travel Centre.  Hotel/motel drop offs commence.

 

 

GS24 DESCRIPTIVE ITINERARY      

Join your coach for your return journey to Auckland.  A stop is made for afternoon tea/early dinner (own expense) before arriving in Auckland this evening – the city lights look spectacular while crossing the Harbour Bridge.

 

  

Please note:  timings on the above itineraries may vary due to unforeseen circumstances.


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