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3 Day North Island Highlights
Operated by Kiwi Dundee Adventures
Kiwi Dundee Adventures has designed several three-day tours to give visitors an inside experience of New Zealand ’ s natural beauty .
There is so much to see and do : drive down the Seabird Coast and visit Kiwi Dundee Adventures ' private conservation land for forest and birds . Walk among giant Kauri trees and ferns 25 metres high . Step out on walks to the stunning coastal scenery , white sandy beaches , magnificent cliffs , old Maori Pa site , Hot Water Beach and offshore islands . Walk to stunning waterfalls where you sometimes see kayaks and rafters cascading over the edge . Make the most of the chance to see your guide ' s collection of minerals with rocks embedded with gold , crystals , petrified wood and kauri gum , and visit New Zealand ’ s mural town , a kiwi plantation and an export flower nursery . price guide : $$$$$
Dune Rider , Cape Reinga via 90 Mile Beach Tour
Operated by Explore Group - Bay of Islands
Take this full-day adventure to the Far North of New Zealand including 90 Mile Beach and Cape Reinga . Let your guide immerse you in the culture and history of the area while taking in the amazing scenery . The Dune Rider vehicle is purpose-built to go off-road in comfort with air-conditioning , reclining seats , plenty of leg room and sloping floors for great viewing .
The tour begins with an early morning pick-up at your accommodation and includes a sit down buffet lunch , entrance to Gumdigger ’ s Park , a visit to Cape Reinga lighthouse to view the meeting of the two oceans , stop off on 90 Mile Beach , boogie boarding down huge sand dunes at Te Paki stream and the Ancient Kauri Kingdom . Finish the day with fresh fish and chips at the iconic Mangonui Fish Shop . Lunch is included and dinner is an optional extra , with tours departing 7am daily year-round .
price guide : $$
Auckland to Waitomo Caves & Hobbiton Movie Set Tour Private Tour
Operated by TIME Unlimited Tours
See two world-famous visitor attractions all in one wonderful day on this private tour in Mercedes luxury vehicles just for you . See the world-famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves and continue to the Hobbiton Movie Set for a tour of one of the most beautiful movie sets worldwide , made famous by the movie trilogies “ The Lord of the Rings ” and now “ The Hobbit ”. Both are available as general or private tours . See the Hobbit holes and Bag End , the Green Dragon Inn , the Mill and the famous Party Tree that were created for " The Lord of the Rings " and " The Hobbit " films . At the end of the tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set , you will be dropped off at The Shire ' s Rest Café , where your guide will be waiting for you .
The tour includes free pick-up from Auckland central , all transport , a fully-guided Private Luxury Tour , lunch , snacks and hot / cold drinks . Also includes all taxes . NOTE : one-way Auckland via Waitomo and / or Hobbiton to Rotorua also available .
price guide : $$$$$
Explore Waiheke
Operated by Explore Group
Journey to Waiheke Island , just a 35-minute cruise from downtown Auckland . This gem of an island has something for everyone : world-renowned wineries , a thriving local art scene , secluded sandy beaches and a range of adventure activities .
Take the fast , reliable ferry service with 12 or more sailings departing Auckland daily . The black and yellow power cats will get you there in comfort and style with onboard bar and café , USB charging ports and impressive viewing indoor and out .
With dining , adventure and wine tour packages available contact us for more info .
price guide : $$
From prices for accommodation are ‘ per room ’ and sightseeing are ‘ per person ’. www . andersonvacations . ca