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Land Journey

Northern Explorer

2025 - 2026

Land Tour

Northern Explorer

Northern Explorer

From Auckland to Wellington, journey through the breathtaking landscapes as you encounter the welcoming people of New Zealand's north island.

8 day Land Tour

Itinerary

8 days / 7 night Land Tour

Day 1

Arrive Auckland

Day 2

Auckland, Bay of Islands

Day 3

Bay of Islands

Day 4

Bay of Islands, Auckland

Insider Experiences

Day 5

Auckland, Waitomo, Rotorua

Insider Experiences

Day 6

Rotorua

Enhance Your Journey

Day 7

Rotorua, Taupō, Wellington

Day 8

Depart Wellington

Coach/Vehicle
Cruise

Trip Inclusions

Discover the inclusions provided on your tour, ensuring a stress-free journey where every detail is taken care of.

Seven nights in premium accommodation
Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director and experienced driver
Premium air-conditioned coach travel
10 meals – 7 breakfasts and 3 dinners
Special Welcome Dinner
Cruise to Cape Brett in the Bay of Islands and see the famous Hole in the Rock
Savour an authentic Māori Hāngī Feast in Rotorua
Discover the incredible Waitomo Caves, home to thousands of luminescent glow worms
Discover the incredible Waitomo Caves, home to thousands of luminescent glow worms

Tour Highlights

These are carefully crafted experiences designed to take your holiday from amazing to extraordinary.

Bay of Islands Cape Brett Cruise

Keep an eye out for sea life encounters as you cruise through the Bay of Islands at the tip of the North Island. Set off from the Cape Brett Peninsula and cruise through the distinctive Hole in the Rock formation (conditions permitting). 

Waitomo Caves

Descend into the caves beneath the lush Waitomo hills and look up to see a cavern illuminated with hundreds of tiny lights. A sight to behold, the phenomenon is the work of glowworms, which are unique to New Zealand. 

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Smoke and dust fly as food is being prepared for a traditional Maori feast or Hangi, by steaming through heat from underground thermal activity or heated stones in base of pit.

Hāngī Feast

Experience the true warmth and generosity at the heart of Māori culture in Te Puia. Enjoy a Haka pōwhiri (cultural welcome), dance performances and the sharing of a traditional meal of fish, lamb and vegetables slow cooked in earth ovens known as Hāngī. 

Trip Extensions

More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your cruise. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities.

Trip Notes

  • Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change 

  • Prices include all sightseeing, cruises, and entrance fees as specified, as well as airport transfers on the first and last day 

  • Prices are for the land tour only. Flights not included 

APT/TM - APT Travel Group
APT/TM - Australian Pacific Holdings
APT/TM - OneTomorrow