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What to do in the North Island

Cathedral Cove Kayak Tour

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Great for
  • Adventure
  • Beaches & boats
  • Wildlife & nature

See what can only be seen from the water with this half day tour through the Te Whanganui-A-Hei Marine Reserve. Paddle through sea caves to paradise beaches, and interact with the local marine life as you discover hidden coves and rock gardens. Land at Cathedral Cove for a world famous cappuccino or hot chocolate to top it all off!

From £84 per adult

Please Note: Tour departs daily at 9am or 2pm and lasts approximately 3.5 hours. Includes professional guide and dry bag for your camera plus light refreshments.

Twilight Odyssey Dinner

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Great for
  • Food & wine

Experience Hawke’s Bay at its best with this progressive three course meal across some of New Zealand’s top winery restaurants. Start your evening at a boutique brewery before participating in a wine tasting, indulge in gourmet platters and enjoy a Champagne sunset on Te Mata Peak. Complete your meal at New Zealand’s oldest winery, the Mission Estate.

VIP Platinum Twilight Odyssey from £191 per adult

Also available: Half Day Tour - Wine and Gourmet Odyssey from £65 per adult

Please Note: Wine and Gourmet Odyssey departs at 1pm and includes wine tasting at 4 to 5 wineries. VIP Platinum Twilight Odyssey includes progressive 3 course meal and departs at 5.30pm.

Martinborough Gourmet Wine Tour

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Great for
  • Food & wine
  • Rail journeys

Step onboard a 60 minute train journey from Wellington to the world-class wine region of Wairarapa. Lunch is included at one of the delightful cafés, before continuing to the remainder of the days selected wineries - visiting four in total. Finish with a delicious cheese platter before heading back to Wellington after a full day sampling some of the famous wine of this region.

From £119 per adult

Please Note: Tour includes return train fares and all coach transport within the Wairarapa, tastings at four award winning vineyards, cheese platter and coffee or further tastings at the Martinborough Wine Centre. Departs at 8.25am - Monday to Friday, and 9.55am - Saturday and Sunday. (Hammonds)

Zest Walking Tour - Capital Tastes

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Explore the tastes, history, art and culture of Wellington on a 3.5-hour walking tour of the city. Hear the insider stories, meet the passionate people behind our local gourmet products and see how we walk the sustainable talk. 

From £116 per adult

Please Note: Tour operates daily at 9.30am, and is approximately 3.5 hours in duration. Departs from iSite Visitor Centre, 111 Wakefield Street opposite the bottom of Cuba Street, Wellington.

Tongariro Alpine Crossing

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The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is renowned as one of the best day walks in the world and, although steep in places, it is well worth the effort. The trail leads you past volcanic craters, lava flows, thermal vents and emerald lakes, offering unparalleled views over central North Island. Your expert guide will ensure you are safe at all times and will provide detailed information on both the geology and the legends that surround Tongariro National Park.

From Tongariro from £142 per adult

With transfers from Taupo from £292 per adult

Please Note: Tour departs daily at 8am from the National Park Village, transfers from Taupo are available at an additional cost. Price includes lunch and guide. Duration of tour is nine hours. Walk is not suitable for children under 12 years.

Polynesian Spa Rotorua

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Great for
  • Adventure
  • Visiting friends & family

Unwind and relax in the natural hot mineral springs of the Polynesian Spa on the banks of Lake Rotorua, where people have been flocking to experience the healing qualities since the 1800s. With 28 pools of varying temperature, plus a luxury spa where you can choose body wraps, massages or facials, this is the ultimate place to end your days sightseeing.

From £29 per adult

Please Note: Price includes entry to Lake Spa area. Please ask for details of private hot pools.

Tamaki Tours - Hangi and Concert

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Great for
  • Adventure
  • Food & wine

Enjoy a night of truly authentic, traditional Maori entertainment, where you’ll be introduced to a world of ancient Maori culture and proud warriors. Journey back in time through the Maori village of ‘Te Tawa Ngahere Pa’ and experience pre-European lifestyle and customs with tribal songs, dances and activities. As the night unfolds share a Hangi feast, cooked the traditional way on hot stones in an earthen oven, and relax with the informal and friendly atmosphere of feasting and entertainment.

From £51 per adult

Please Note: Tour takes place three times daily, 5.30pm, 6.15pm, 7.30pm and duration is approx 4.5 hours. Price includes Rotorua return hotel transfers, Maori guide and traditional Hangi meal. Drinks are not included.

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