Bay of Islands - from Auckland

Journey to the beautiful Bay of Islands on a 3 day Kiwi Explorer from Auckland. The four hour scenic coach journey culminates in a visit to the Waitangi Treaty House where the agreement between the British and Maori peoples were signed in 1840.

During your 2 night stay in nearby Paihia you can explore the area and islands at leisure or take an optional excursion to Ninety Mile Beach and Cape Reinga at New Zealand's subtropical northern tip. A ' hole in the rock' island cruise is included before you return to Auckland.

Your Bay of Islands Explorer price includes:

. Two nights accommodation in Paihia
. Tour of Waitangi Treaty House and Hole in the Rock cruise
. Scenic coach tour from Auckland

3 day Bay of Islands explorer - from £286
Optional full day Ninety Mile Beach and Cape Reinga tour - from £76

Optional half day Maori 'waka' canoe voyage - from £68

Journey up river in a traditional Maori canoe with a local chief. Meet his family at their traditional marae (home) and witness traditional dance and a warm kiwi welcome.