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Coasts & Culture Tour

7 days
From Auckland to Wellington
4.5
79 traveler reviews
Coasts & Culture Tour - Haka Tours
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Tour Operator:
Haka Tours
Max group size:
16
Age range:
18 to 39
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
2408
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Highlights

  • Behold Waitomo's glowworm caves
  • Go whitewater rafting down Kaituna River
  • Hike the famous Tongariro Crossing
  • Enjoy the best of Wellington

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Auckland to Coromandel
  2. Day 2 Coromandel to Rotorua
  3. Day 3 Rotorua
  4. Day 4 Rotorua to Murupara
  5. Day 5 Murupara to Taupō
  6. Day 6 Taupō
  7. Day 7 Taupō to 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

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Operated by

Haka Tours

Number of tours

22

Age Range

18 to 99 years old

Response time

within 3 days

Response rate

94%

Haka Tours was born over a decade ago from the dreams of one man who wanted to reimagine how small group adventure tours were run. From the very first tour in June 2007 until now there’s been no looking back, and 12 years on we’re incredibly proud to be regarded as New Zealand’s leading small...

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Customer Reviews

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    Excellent
    4.5
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.1
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.1
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  • Coasts & Culture Tour reviewer 1
    · January 27th, 2024
    this tour was just a huge disappointment, this is overpriced, unorganized and leaves you sorry for all the money you spent. of course the sights you will see are amazing, but the tour itself just makes you sad. the guide had absolutely no plan at anytime what was going on, due to this lack of organization, it was always quite hectic rushing from one place to the next. also I made bookings for activities back when I booked the tour itself months in advance, just to realize once I was at the activity it was not prebooked. here it’s advertised as 18-39, which was actually not true, more like an average of 45+. the hostels are not high-end, they are just normal average youth hostels. I did reach out to them on the second day, explaining the circumstances, but sadly did not receive a very constructive answer and no resulting action. honestly, I‘m just mad.
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    Trip date: January 2024
  • A
    · January 8th, 2024
    Everyday was different. A well planned out tour giving a rich experience. You want to know what Maori culture is in a short time? This is it!!!!!!
    Trip date: November 2023
  • AB
    · September 5th, 2023
    This tour was an amazing way to see the main highlights of the North Island. I really enjoyed learning more about Maori culture, the great selection of activities on tour and seeing all of the unique landscapes like volcanoes and geysers. My tour guide Summer was also the best! Always full of energy and joy and this really reflected on our group's mood too. Highly recommend!
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    Trip date: November 2022
  • CC
    · February 6th, 2023
    We unfortunately had awful weather which meant many of the activities could not go ahead. However, George, our tour guide, worked so hard to fit in many of the activities, including driving us back up to hobbiton. A very well organised and resiliant team at Haka prevented our trip from being a right off. Would go with them again.
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    Trip date: January 2023
  • IA
    · December 10th, 2022
    Had a fantastic time! There are so many extra activities to choose from. Unfortunately, the weather didn’t cooperate the entire time so some activities were cancelled. Not much that can be done about that. The Māori cultural stay was probably my favourite stop. So much fun and learnt to much. Also shout out to Cal our guide who was great!
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    Haka Tours commented on this review
    Thank you for the great review! We're really happy to hear you've enjoyed our tour and Cal's guiding. We'll make sure to pass on your kind words to him.
    Trip date: December 2022
  • IM
    · March 13th, 2020
    the tour was good but they can add more activities io some idle times.
    Trip date: February 2020
  • MD
    · February 24th, 2020
    Brilliant company with a very personal approach to guiding, effectively becoming one of the group most of the time. The small group size and mostly solo travellers means that a group of strangers leave as close friends after the trip. It clear that Haka have great values, with bolt on activities sometimes costing less than the walk in price and with their support and appreciation of the Mauri community. Highly recommended, just wish I had booked to stay longer. Thanks Kenna and Haka Tours.
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    Trip date: February 2020
  • Coasts & Culture Tour reviewer 8
    · February 9th, 2020
    Definitely do it! The hostels can be harsh and things might not be always 100% organised but you get to experience NZ in such a unique way that makes it all worthwhile.
    Trip date: December 2019
  • A
    · January 31st, 2020
    Do it. 14 out of 16 were solo travelers and we all got along great. Most were in their 20s, some in 30s and 40s, 2 were in the 50s and the couple were 65 and we all became friends. The younger ones liked to play music (on the bus) more than the older ones but the leader/driver was very good at keeping a nice balance. It was very relaxing and you could easily spend time with others or go off alone if you needed space.
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    Trip date: December 2019
  • B
    · January 12th, 2020
    A really great tour to introduce you to the North Island. Perfect to see as much as possible in 7 days. We really enjoyed all of the activity options and freedom to pick and choose what you like.
    Trip date: January 2020

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Coasts & Culture Tour
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    • What if I need to cancel the tour?

      For cancellations, please refer to the cancellation policy outlined in your booking conditions. You can reach out to us via the Ask a Question button for detailed information.

    • Is there a single supplement fee?

      Yes, a single supplement fee is applicable if you prefer a private room throughout the tour. For rates and availability, please inquire as they vary by tour.

    • Can I join the tour on a different date?

      Joining the tour on a different date may be possible depending on availability. Please contact us via the Ask a Question button for further assistance.

    • Is airport transfer included?

      Airport transfers are usually not included but can be arranged upon request. Please specify during booking if you need this service.

    • Are there any age restrictions for the tour?

      Yes, there are age restrictions. Please check the specific tour details for age requirements.

    • What are the transportation options during the tour?

      The tour typically utilizes a variety of transportation including buses, trains, and sometimes ferries between locations.

    • Can I customize my itinerary?

      Yes, we offer customizable itineraries. You can adjust your tour to better suit your interests.

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      Payments can be made through multiple channels including credit cards and bank transfers. Please ensure payments are completed prior to the tour start date.

    • Is travel insurance included in the tour?

      Travel insurance is not included. It is highly recommended that you purchase comprehensive travel insurance before the tour begins.

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      • For any tour departing before January 25th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 25th, 2025, a minimum payment of $80 is required to confirm your booking with Haka Tours. 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.
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