Take a break from the bustling city of Auckland and head North to the paradise destination of Bay of Islands. This day tour will take you across the Harbour Bridge, past scenic farmland, through picturesque native forests until you arrive at the seaside village of Paihia. Have the time to explore this charming tourist town before boarding a ferry en route to Russell. Once you reach the settlement, you’ll go on a mini adventure around the area where you’ll find out how this piece of land had played great significance in the history of New Zealand, and how it had transformed from a lawless ‘Hell Hole of the Pacific’ to a seaport of tranquility today. You’ll learn all these interesting historical facts and local insights from your ever engaging knowledgeable guide on board. Get to visit the most iconic landmarks in the area such as the 19th-century Pompallier House and the oldest church in New Zealand, the Christ Church. Enjoy a short but sweet tour around Russell before capping off the day and heading back to your hotel in Auckland.
Itinerary
07:30 depart from Auckland
Travel north and cross the Harbour Bridge
Arrive at Paihia
Take some leisure time to explore the charming seaside village of Paihia and have lunch (at own expense)
Take a short ferry ride across the harbor to Russell
Enjoy the 1 hour Russell mini tour by coach
20:10 return to Auckland
Validity
The voucher is valid on any day after booking has been confirmed
Eligibility
Adult ticket: Age 15+
Children aged 0-4 are free of charge only if they don’t occupy seats or require food
Child ticket: Age 5-14
Children aged 0-4 are free of charge only if they don’t occupy seats or require food
Children aged 0-14 cannot participate without an accompanying adult aged 18+
The tour is accessible to wheelchairs and strollers
In case of extreme weather, the tour may get canceled and guests will be given the option to reschedule the tour or opt for a full refund
A GPS-operated multi-lingual commentary system is available, which includes Japanese, Mandarin, and Spanish. Please select your preferred language checkout page if you require this. This service can be purchased depending on the availability and surcharges may apply
Pick Up Information
Hotel Pick Up Information
Complimentary hotel pick up and drop off in Auckland city is available. Please indicate your preferred pick up location at checkout page. The operator will reconfirm your pick up time in advance
The bus runs on a tight schedule with many pick up points, so please be ready at your departure point at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled pick-up time. Failure to arrive at the specified time will be considered a no-show and no refunds will be given
As this is a shared transfer, please be patient in case of any unforeseen delays along the pick up route
How To Get There
Address: Sky City Bus Terminal, 102 Hobson St, Auckland
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the departure time
By bus: Take bus no. 22A, 22N, 22R, 24B, 24R, 24W, 75, 82, 101, 221X, 223X, 243X, 248X, 802, 923, NX2 to Wellesley St West/Albion Hotel bus stop. It’s a 2-minute walk from there. Please refer to the map for assistance
Take a break from the bustling city of Auckland and head North to the paradise destination of Bay of Islands. This day tour will take you across the Harbour Bridge, past scenic farmland, through picturesque native forests until you arrive at the seaside village of Paihia. Have the time to explore this charming tourist town before boarding a ferry en route to Russell. Once you reach the settlement, you’ll go on a mini adventure around the area where you’ll find out how this piece of land had played great significance in the history of New Zealand, and how it had transformed from a lawless ‘Hell Hole of the Pacific’ to a seaport of tranquility today. You’ll learn all these interesting historical facts and local insights from your ever engaging knowledgeable guide on board. Get to visit the most iconic landmarks in the area such as the 19th-century Pompallier House and the oldest church in New Zealand, the Christ Church. Enjoy a short but sweet tour around Russell before capping off the day and heading back to your hotel in Auckland.
Itinerary
07:30 depart from Auckland
Travel north and cross the Harbour Bridge
Arrive at Paihia
Take some leisure time to explore the charming seaside village of Paihia and have lunch (at own expense)
Take a short ferry ride across the harbor to Russell
Enjoy the 1 hour Russell mini tour by coach
20:10 return to Auckland
Validity
The voucher is valid on any day after booking has been confirmed
Eligibility
Adult ticket: Age 15+
Children aged 0-4 are free of charge only if they don’t occupy seats or require food
Child ticket: Age 5-14
Children aged 0-4 are free of charge only if they don’t occupy seats or require food
Children aged 0-14 cannot participate without an accompanying adult aged 18+
The tour is accessible to wheelchairs and strollers
In case of extreme weather, the tour may get canceled and guests will be given the option to reschedule the tour or opt for a full refund
A GPS-operated multi-lingual commentary system is available, which includes Japanese, Mandarin, and Spanish. Please select your preferred language checkout page if you require this. This service can be purchased depending on the availability and surcharges may apply
Pick Up Information
Hotel Pick Up Information
Complimentary hotel pick up and drop off in Auckland city is available. Please indicate your preferred pick up location at checkout page. The operator will reconfirm your pick up time in advance
The bus runs on a tight schedule with many pick up points, so please be ready at your departure point at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled pick-up time. Failure to arrive at the specified time will be considered a no-show and no refunds will be given
As this is a shared transfer, please be patient in case of any unforeseen delays along the pick up route
How To Get There
Address: Sky City Bus Terminal, 102 Hobson St, Auckland
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the departure time
By bus: Take bus no. 22A, 22N, 22R, 24B, 24R, 24W, 75, 82, 101, 221X, 223X, 243X, 248X, 802, 923, NX2 to Wellesley St West/Albion Hotel bus stop. It’s a 2-minute walk from there. Please refer to the map for assistance
Note:
All prices are quoted in Australian Dollars and include GST
If purchase one ticket only – Please email us to arrange it for you (Email address: info@delightfultravelaus.com）
Please read the terms and conditions below the website before you purchase
This product non-refundable once booked
Children under the age of 16 years must be accompanied and supervised by an adult (18+) for the duration of the tour
