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Northern Spotlight (8 Days)

8 days
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From Auckland to Wellington
4.7
3 traveler reviews
Northern Spotlight (8 Days) - AAT Kings

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Tour Operator:
AAT Kings
Max group size:
50
Age range:
5 to 99
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
137137
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Places You’ll See

  • Auckland
    Auckland
  • Bay of Islands
    Bay of Islands
  • Rotorua
    Rotorua
  • Taupo
    Taupo
  • Tongariro National Park
    Tongariro National Park
  • Wellington
    Wellington
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Highlights

  • Enjoy a traditional Maori Hangi dinner and performance
  • Cruise through the majestic Waitomo Glow Worm Caves
  • Journey past crystal clear lakes and towering mountains
  • Immerse yourself in the cultural traditions of Rotorua

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Auckland
  2. Day 2 Auckland - Bay of Islands
  3. Day 3 Bay of Islands Free Time
  4. Day 4 Bay of Islands - Auckland
  5. Day 5 Auckland - Rotorua
  6. Day 6 Rotorua Free Time
  7. Day 7 Rotorua - Wellington
  8. Day 8 Farewell from Wellington
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

  • Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre

    Hotel
    Days 1, 4

  • Copthorne Hotel and Resort

    Hotel
    Days 2, 3

  • Ibis Rotorua Hotel

    Hotel
    Days 5, 6

  • Travelodge Wellington

    Hotel
    day 7

Adventure Type

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  • Group Adventures
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    What to expect
    • Group of 50 travelers max.
    • Fast booking confirmation
    • Carefully planned itineraries
    • Travel with like-minded people
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  • Personalized Adventures
    Customize an existing itinerary or create your own.
    What to expect
    • Choose your preferred dates and duration
    • Upgrade your accommodation
    • Customize the itineraries
    After requesting a quote, we will get back to you with a price based on your requirements.
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Operated by

AAT Kings

4.4
(100 reviews)
This operator has high review ratings and responds promptly to enquiries

Number of tours

203

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

92%

Since 1912, AAT Kings as a tour operator has been helping people from all over the world discover and explore Australia and New Zealand from top to bottom. With a broad range of holiday options, we strive to represent the very best that Australia and New Zealand have to offer. You can relax in...

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Cancellation Policy

A transparent overview of applicable fees.

Travel Insurance

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.3
  • Tour Operator
    AAT Kings
    4.4
  • BN
    · March 12th, 2023
    All excellent - loved Dexter and John - until the last day. Too much driving that day, lunch hour was rushed, and then the Wellington Travelodge wasn’t a good choice. Lots of mistakes checking in - someone was already in the room they gave us! And the elevators could not service the number of people staying there - made us worried about getting out in an emergency. One of our friends also got locked behind a fire door after using the bathroom on the 6th floor! We had to go search for her and could barely hear her calling behind the fire door. Bay of Islands and Rotorua were terrific - the latter dinner and culture show in particular were compelling. And we enjoyed the variety of people on the tour.
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    Trip date: March 2023
  • TW
    · January 15th, 2023
    Great tour guides. Met great people as well
    Trip date: January 2023
  • WP
    · March 19th, 2019
    Good balance to tour and guides/ drivers were excellent.
    AAT Kings commented on this review
    Hi William, thanks so much for sharing your feedback. We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your experience with AAT Kings. We hope to see you again soon on another AAT Kings tour! Many thanks, AAT Kings
    Trip date: March 2019

Dates & Availability

8 days
Northern Spotlight (8 Days)
From Auckland to Wellington

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What our customers ask about this tour

    The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.
    • Do I need to advise you if I have any mobility issues or a serious medical condition?

      Its essential you advise our team of Travel Experts at the time of booking if you have any mobility issues or serious medical conditions, so that we can ensure, as much as possible, your needs are met on your tour. Unfortunately due to space considerations on this tour it is not possible to accommodate motorised scooters and non-collapsible wheelchairs.

      December 4, 2018
    • Do you cater for special dietary requirements?

      If you have a special dietary requirement such as gluten-free, vegetarian etc please advise our team of Travel Experts at the time of booking to ensure the tour operator can do their best to accommodate your request.

      December 4, 2018
    • When will I receive my travel documents?

      Your travel documents will be posted to you in a travel wallet which will contain your documents and luggage tags to you approximately four weeks before your departure date.

      December 4, 2018
    • Can airport transfers be arranged?

      Arrival and departure transfers can be arranged for you once you have a confirmed booking. Please contact our team of Travel Experts if you would like a transfer added to your tour booking or for more information.

      December 4, 2018
    • I am travelling alone, is there a single supplement?

      If you are a single traveller you can either choose to share a room with another guest of the same gender at no extra cost or if you prefer the privacy of your own room you can pay a single supplement to upgrade to a single room. If you would like to book a single room please make sure to choose this option on the booking page or simply contact our team of Travel Experts.

      December 4, 2018
    • Am I able to bring my children on this tour?

      Children are welcome on all AAT Kings tours however they are required to be a minimum age of 5 years or older. It is recommended that if you are travelling with children to consider whether the itinerary is suitable and in particular the activities involved.

      December 4, 2018
    • Where do I meet the tour and tour manager?

      Your tour will start from a centrally located hotel on day 1 of the tour, as this hotel is subject to change it is recommended to contact our team of Travel Experts for more information once your booking is confirmed.

      December 4, 2018
    • Can I join the tour later or finish the tour earlier?

      You can choose to join the tour at a later date or finish the tour early however, it is important to note that AAT Kings is unable to offer a discount for choosing to do as the tour is a set package with a strict itinerary.

      December 4, 2018
    • On travelling days how often do we get a break?

      On travelling days you will stop every 2 to 3 hours either at a rest stop or for sightseeing, activities or free time.

      December 4, 2018
    • What is the maximum luggage allowance?

      Due to strict Government vehicle weight restrictions you are allowed one medium size suitcase per person, with dimensions not to exceed H76cm x W46cm x D25cm. The maximum weight of all luggage must not exceed 23kg (50lbs).
      You are also allowed one piece of hand luggage on-board the coach: however it must be able to fit in the overhead compartments or under the seat in front of you if required.

      December 4, 2018
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    Good to Know

    • Currency
      $
      New Zealand Dollar
      New Zealand
    • Plugs & Adapters

      As a traveller from USA, Canada, England, South Africa you will need an adaptor for type I.

      Type I
      New Zealand
    • Visa
      • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
      • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
    • Payment information
      • For any tour departing before January 12th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 12th, 2025, a minimum payment of $200 is required to confirm your booking with AAT Kings. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
      • Some departure dates and prices may vary and AAT Kings will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
      • The following cards are accepted for "AAT Kings" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
    • Cancellation Policy
    • Accessibility
      Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveller, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.
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