Waitangi, overlooking the Bay of Islands in North Island, is home to the most significant historic site in New Zealand. The award-winning Waitangi Treaty Grounds offers an authentic experience of Maori culture and New Zealand’s early history, following the signing of the nation’s founding document between Maori chiefs and the British Crown. For culture and history enthusiasts, there is much to do – enjoy an immersive cultural performance in the uniquely carved Whare Runanga (Treaty House), and visit the museum, carving studio and a massive ceremonial war canoe. Not just Treaty House, Waitangi also calls out to visitors with panoramic views of the bay, right up to the forest path leading to the scenic Haruru waterfalls.
Places: Auckland (1 day) → Paihia (Bay of Islands) (1) → Auckland (1) → Rotorua (2) → Wellington (2) → Christchurch (2) → Queenstown (3) → Franz Josef Glacier (2) → Christchurch (1)
Tour Highlights: Volcanic Peaks & Black Sand Beaches, Maori Culture, Food & Wine, Bay of Islands, Farmers...
Ideal For: Adventure & Outdoors Beaches Heritage & Culture Nature & Landscapes
Places: Auckland (1 day) → Napier (2) → Martinborough (1) → Wellington (2) → Marlborough Sounds (2) → Blenheim (2) → Kaikoura (1) → Christchurch (1)
Tour Highlights: Volcanic Peaks & Black Sand Beaches, Maori Culture, Food & Wine, Art Deco Buildings, Wine...
Ideal For: Heritage & Culture Wine & Food
Places: Auckland (3 days) → Rotorua (2) → Napier (2) → Wellington (1) → Blenheim (1) → Abel Tasman National Park (2) → Kaikoura (1) → Christchurch (1) → Mt Cook (2) → Wanaka (1) → Te Anau (2) → Queenstown (2)
Tour Highlights: Volcanic Peaks & Black Sand Beaches, Maori Culture, Food & Wine, Wellness & Relaxation, Adventure...
Ideal For: Adventure & Outdoors Beaches Heritage & Culture Wine & Food
Places: Auckland (2 days) → Rotorua (2) → Christchurch (1) → Mt Cook (1) → Queenstown (3)
Tour Highlights: Volcanic Peaks & Black Sand Beaches, Maori Culture, Food & Wine, Wellness & Relaxation, Adventure...
Ideal For: Adventure & Outdoors Heritage & Culture Nature & Landscapes
