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Top 10 Things To Do In North Island

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#1Cape Reinga via 90 Mile Beach

Experience the best things to do in Northland on this full-day Cape Reinga tour; see the northernmost point of New Zealand and rugged coastline of Cape Reing...

Duration 11h Free cancellation
4.2 of 5 (11 reviews)
The price now is
AU$149
per adult
Cape Reinga via 90 Mile Beach

#2Day in the Bay / The Cream Trip

Embark on a unique Bay of Islands cruise, navigating your way through some 144 islands on Albert Fuller's 1920s delivery route - the Cream Trip route - used ...

Duration 7h Free cancellation
5 of 5 (5 reviews)
The price now is
AU$128
per adult
Day in the Bay / The Cream Trip

#3Te Hoenga Waka; Maori Canoe tour & Waitangi Treaty Grounds

Taiamai Tours Heritage Journeys captures the true spirit and essence of authentic Maori cultural tourism with a 2.5 hour voyage through the mangrove estuarie...

Duration 3h Free cancellation
5 of 5 (1 review)
The price now is
AU$135
per adult
Te Hoenga Waka; Maori Canoe tour & Waitangi Treaty Grounds

#4Dolphin Cruise to the Hole in the Rock - Afternoon Cruise

This is the most popular dolphin watching cruise in the Bay of Islands, and for good reason! Board your cruise in Paihia or Russell and take in the stunning ...

Duration 3h Free cancellation
4.4 of 5 (2 reviews)
The price now is
AU$112
per adult
Dolphin Cruise to the Hole in the Rock - Afternoon Cruise

#5Bay of Islands Cruise Excursion – Hole in Rock Cruise

Discover one of New Zealand's best sailing, fishing and tourist destinations with a half-day cruise that shows what the Bay of Islands is all about. Home to ...

Duration 3h Free cancellation
4.5 of 5 (5 reviews)
The price now is
AU$102
per adult
Bay of Islands Cruise Excursion – Hole in Rock Cruise

#6Skip the Line: Waitangi Treaty Grounds Experience Pass

Visit: Waitangi Treaty Grounds, 1 Tau Henare Dr, Paihia New ZealandDiscover the history of New ZealandWaitangi Treaty Grounds welcomes you on a journey of di...

Free cancellation
4 of 5
The price now is
AU$47
per adult
Skip the Line: Waitangi Treaty Grounds Experience Pass

#7Dolphin Cruise to the Hole in the Rock with Island Stopover

This is the most popular scenic cruise's in the Bay of Islands, and for good reason! Board your cruise in Paihia or Russell and take in the stunning views as...

Duration 4h Free cancellation
4.5 of 5
The price now is
AU$112
per adult
Dolphin Cruise to the Hole in the Rock with Island Stopover

#8Bay of Islands 3 days Tour

All on board! Are you ready for the weekend getaway to Far North :) We have an exclusive offer for a 3 days Bay of Islands Tour starts from Auckland. This is...

Duration 5m Free cancellation
The price now is
AU$186
per traveller
Bay of Islands 3 days Tour

#9Bay of Islands, Hole in the Rock and Waitangi Treaty Grounds

Take one of New Zealand’s best road trips-the ultimate 3-hour journey of discovery from Auckland to one of the most spectacular parts of New Zealand, the Bay...

Duration 13h Free cancellation
The price now is
AU$301
per traveller
Bay of Islands, Hole in the Rock and Waitangi Treaty Grounds

#10Half Day Bay of Islands Private Tour

While you’re in Pahia or Kerikeri, experience the best of the North Island coastline on this 4-hours Bay of Islands tour. Explore the Bay of Islands with a p...

Duration 4h Free cancellation
The price now is
AU$232
per traveller
Half Day Bay of Islands Private Tour

Most Popular Booked North Island Hotels

Price for 1 night 2 adults*

QT Auckland AU$276

Per night/room

19 Apr. - 20 Apr.

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QT Auckland

QT Auckland

4 Viaduct Harbour Avenue, Auckland
     
    5.0
    of 5, from 4 reviews
    5.0 out of 5.0 Stars

    QT Auckland: Hotel with free WiFi and a restaurant. Located in the entertainment district.

    Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group AU$196

    Per night/room

    9 May - 10 May

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    Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

    Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

    83 Symonds Street, Box 2771, Auckland
       
      4.6
      of 5, from 248 reviews
      5.0 out of 5.0 Stars

      Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group: Romantic hotel with free WiFi and an outdoor pool. Located in the business district.

      Hilton Auckland AU$240

      Per night/room

      2 May - 3 May

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      Hilton Auckland

      Hilton Auckland

      Princes Wharf 147 Quay Street, Auckland
         
        4.5
        of 5, from 300 reviews
        5.0 out of 5.0 Stars

        Hilton Auckland: Luxury hotel with free WiFi and an outdoor pool. Located in the entertainment district.

        Holiday Inn Rotorua, an IHG Hotel AU$137

        Per night/room

        2 May - 3 May

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        Holiday Inn Rotorua, an IHG Hotel

        Holiday Inn Rotorua, an IHG Hotel

        10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa, Rotorua
           
          4.5
          of 5, from 219 reviews
          4.5 out of 5.0 Stars

          Holiday Inn Rotorua, an IHG Hotel: Luxury hotel with free WiFi and free parking. Guests love the overall comfort!

          Rydges Wellington Airport AU$164

          Per night/room

          25 Apr. - 26 Apr.

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          Rydges Wellington Airport

          Rydges Wellington Airport

          28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, Wellington
             
            4.4
            of 5, from 216 reviews
            4.5 out of 5.0 Stars

            Rydges Wellington Airport: Luxury hotel with free WiFi and 2 restaurants. Located adjacent to the airport.

            SkyCity Hotel AU$219

            Per night/room

            2 May - 3 May

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            SkyCity Hotel

            SkyCity Hotel

            Corner Victoria and Federal Streets, Auckland
               
              4.4
              of 5, from 298 reviews
              4.5 out of 5.0 Stars

              SkyCity Hotel: Luxury hotel with free WiFi and 15 restaurants. Located in the entertainment district.

              Rydges Wellington AU$164

              Per night/room

              2 May - 3 May

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              Rydges Wellington

              Rydges Wellington

              75 Featherston St, Wellington
                 
                4.2
                of 5, from 329 reviews
                4.5 out of 5.0 Stars

                Rydges Wellington: Luxury hotel with free WiFi and an indoor pool. Located in the city centre.

                James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor AU$129

                Per night/room

                16 May - 17 May

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                James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

                James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

                147 The Terrace, Wellington
                   
                  4.2
                  of 5, from 299 reviews
                  4.5 out of 5.0 Stars

                  James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor: Luxury hotel with free WiFi and 2 restaurants. Located near a train station.

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