Auckland · 3-DAY EXPERIENCES
The 6 best three-day trips you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is first for a reason; start there.
Travel from Auckland to Paihia for three days of Northland highlights. You’ll tour Russell, cruise toward the Hole in the Rock, walk among giant kauri, drive along 90 Mile Beach, visit Cape Reinga and explore the Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Local guides such as Ariel and Daniel lead parts of the trip.
“Great tour, great people on tour from all over the world!”
Spend three days linking New Zealand’s biggest North Island sights: Hobbiton, Te Puia, Mitai, Waiotapu, Taupo, Polynesian Spa and Waitomo. English-speaking guides, small groups of up to 12, central pickup, two Rotorua nights, meals and admission fees keep the planning simple.
“The selection of places is exceptional and our tour guides - a native Maori and Louisse are the best! My Maori guide, exclusive that day coz I am the only one in that tour, even showed me his tribe’s community which made me appreciate his culture more, bad I can’t remember his name but thank you so much for warmly welcoming me in your community! I couldn’t ask for more. This tour is highly recommended!”
Travel from Auckland to Paihia by coach, visit Waitangi Treaty Grounds, tour Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach, then cruise toward Cape Brett and the Hole in the Rock. You get two nights in Paihia, one included lunch, guided visits, and free time, but much of the transport uses public coaches.
“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.”
Travel privately from Auckland through the Waikato and Rotorua with hotel pickup, two nights in 4-star accommodation, entry tickets, snacks, WiFi and a driver-guide. Visit Hobbiton, Te Puia, Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Otorohanga Kiwi House and Hamilton Gardens, with room to adjust the route.
“This was a wonderful way for us to discover New Zealand North Island. Martin was very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions. He was always on time. Never made us feel rushed. We loved sitting back and letting someone else worry about driving and parking etc. We had such a great time. And he tolerated my husband's jokes.”
Travel from Auckland to Hobbiton, Rotorua, Whakarewarewa, and Waitomo on a three-day tour with small groups of up to 14. You’ll see Pohutu Geyser, attend a Maori cultural performance, and drift beneath thousands of glowworms. Chris has guided some departures.
“We really enjoyed this tour. The sites were interesting and the hotels were within walking distance to the shops and restaurants as well as picturesque walking paths.”
Travel from Auckland to Rotorua and back while visiting the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Hobbiton, Te Puia, Te Pa Tu, Wai-O-Tapu, and Waimangu Volcanic Valley. You get two nights in Rotorua, selected meals, attraction tickets, guided commentary, and return transport, with accommodation options to match your budget.
“It was a great experience! Waitamo cave and the geothermal region of Rotorua are very unique and impressive. Hobbiton is a very cool experience, not only for huge fans of the Lord of the Rings. Everything was perfectly organized, every pickuRead more”
Pick a harbour, a cave or a vineyard.
