Iconic North
Overview
Highlights
- 6 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Regional Dinner (RD)
- 1 Be My Guest (BMG)
- 1 Dinner (D)
- 1 Welcome Reception (WR)
- Wellington: Delve into New Zealand's national identity, exploring an expansive collection related to this country's culture and history at Te Papa, Museum of New Zealand.
- Waikato District: Retired champion jockey Lance O'Sullivan and his wife Bridgette are your hosts for a Be My Guest lunch on their dairy farm in the North Island.
- Wellington: Delve into New Zealand's national identity, exploring an expansive collection related to this country's culture and history at Te Papa, Museum of New Zealand.
- Rotorua: Visit Whakarewarewa Living Village for insights into the lives of the Maori community and their special bond they share with their country, Aotearoa.
- Rotorua: Immerse yourself in Maori traditions at a fun and entertaining evening, including a cultural performance and traditional Hangi meal atTe Pa Tu Maori Experience.
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Trip includes
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- All land transport shown. All transfers shown
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Optional Experiences and free time
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Hello Auckland! Begin your New Zealand north island tour in the gorgeous “City of Sails.” (Flights to arrive prior to 4pm). At a Welcome Reception meet your Travel Director and travel mates. Then it’s off to dinner at Eight, an interactive restaurant named for its eig...
Start the day getting to know New Zealand’s passion for the water / sailing and Auckland’s maritime history on a private and exclusive America’s Cup tour at the New Zealand Maritime Museum with a Local Specialist. Then it’s off to experience more of this seafaring cit...
Go from city to farm life today as you travel to the countryside for a dose of local hospitality at a Be My Guest experience in the Red Barn at the home of Lance and Bridgette O’Sullivan. On this working dairy farm, you’ll Connect With Locals and discover New Zealand’...
Kick off your day in Kiwifruit Country in Te Puke, the kiwifruit capital of New Zealand. Join a Local Specialist to learn about kiwi’s seasonal production cycle, how it’s grown, and finally harvesting and exporting the fruit as you tour this family-owned 60-hectare wo...
With a full free day in Rotorua, you'll have plenty of options of how to explore. If you’d like to adventure by land and water, see the area in an amphibious WWII-era Duck. These land and water vehicles used during the war will take you to three of Rotorua’s most stun...
Venture out of Rotorua this morning through pine forests and farmland, to the rushing rapids of Huka Falls where the Waikato River pours into a pool 11 metres below. Then you’re on your way to the heart of the North Island and New Zealand's largest lake, Lake Taupo. H...
Make the most of the last day of your New Zealand North Island tour and Dive Into Culture at the waterfront Te Papa Museum of New Zealand exploring the culture and heritage of the New Zealand people with exhibits featuring artworks, traditional dress, and photography....
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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Trafalgar Reviews & Ratings
Karen Raphael
Mar 2024
Iconic North
It covered some very interesting locations.
Trusted Customer
Feb 2024
Iconic North
The hotels we stayed in were great.
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Trusted Customer
Apr 2025
AWESOMENESS!!!
*Personal information removed by Feefo* and *Personal information removed by Feefo* were a wonderful duo. Excellent entertaining guide commentary and awesome drivin...
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