4 3-Day Experiences in New Zealand to Build a Day Around

1.3-Day Bay of Islands Tour from Auckland

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 41 reviews · from $785Our pick

A fast, scenic 3-day Bay of Islands trip from Auckland to Waitangi, Cape Reinga, and Hole in the Rock cruise, with Paihia stays.

“Enjoyed the bay of islands tour very much. Just some constructive critism. After numerous attempts to find accommodation at pick up hotels we had to book a hotel near airport. Costing us 98 NZ dollars where everyone else were picked up to come to bus station. This se med rather unfair and added unnecessary expense to our budget. Perhaps a refund as a gesture would be considered. Felt it would have been wonderful if the trip to treaty ground in piahia could have been at the same time as a Mouri performance. But the. Guide was excellent, The second day bus journey was very long and rushed at times But.…”

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2.Hobbiton, Rotorua, Waiotapu and Waitomo 3-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 22 reviews · 3 days · from $1,135

A small-group 3-day North Island loop: Hobbiton, Rotorua, Waiotapu, Taupo, Polynesian Spa, and Waitomo glowworms from Auckland.

“I had a fantastic time! I particularly loved Rotorua, and was really glad to be able to see it, particularly the Mitai evening and Waiotapu. I don't drive so this allowed me to see things I wouldn't have been able to otherwise. Everything was organised so efficiently, especially considering people in the group were doing different things. I never had to worry about anything! The drivers and guides were all so friendly and knowledgeable. It *is* a lot of money to spend for just 3 days, but considering how much was included, I don't regret it!”

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3.3 Day Bay Of Islands Tour from Auckland including Waitangi and Cape Reinga

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 18 reviews · from $772

3-day Bay of Islands tour from Auckland with Waitangi, Cape Reinga, dolphins, Hole in the Rock, Paihia stays, and Ninety Mile Beach.

“Great experience to join this tour as it includes all the major spots in the NZ's northern area. Bus drivers are very professional and polite. Regarding to the hotel accommodation, the room is quite good. The location is very convenient. It takes about 5 minutes to reach a supermarket. One minor thing is that the kettle in the 3 star hotel is dirty and old. Paihia is definitely the place you have to go if you would like to take a break in a small town/village for few days.”

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4.Three Day Classic Kayaking in New Zealand

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $744Best value

Three days of guided sea kayaking in Abel Tasman, paddle past seals and blue penguins, and camp with beach meals from Marahau.

“What a fantastic family trip! Whitney the super guide looked after us so well! The food was amazing, nothing was rushed and a good amount of paddling each day. My son is also Coeliac and they catered for him extremely well.”

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