THE SPLENDOUR OF NORTHLAND WITH BILL PEACH JOURNEYS Sojourn Bay of Islands Explorer

7 Days | 11 - 17 Sep 2021 | AUD$6,495pp twin share | Single Supplement FREE*

ublime scenery featuring rolling lush green hills, pristine Exclusive Highlights coastal expanses and sparkling turquoise waters are just a few of S the highlights to be found in the stunning Northland region of * Spend 6 nights at stylish accommodation throughout New Zealand. Join Bill Peach Journeys as we indulge all of our senses the journey exploring the breathtaking northernmost reaches of New Zealand’s North Island. We will cruise the breathtaking azures of the Bay of * Touring of the quaint township of Russell, historic Islands and view the famous ‘Hole in the Rock’. We will marvel at the Rawane, the beautiful Tutukaka Coast and the scenic panorama that unfolds during our flight over many of the 144 stunning Hokianga region islands of this region and take in the striking Cape Reinga and its * Marvel at the breathtaking Bay of Islands from the lighthouse where the Tasman Sea meets the Pacific Ocean. We will air during a scenic flight which takes in many of its discover the beautiful Tutukaka Coast and the stunning Hokianga 144 islands plus Cape Reinga region. We will explore the fascinating history of Northland from swashbuckling tales of whalers and sealers from Russell, to the * Cruise the spectacular Bay of Islands spotting loggers and ‘gum diggers’ of the kauri industry. We will also learn native birds and animals and viewing the about the historical Waitangi Treaty signing between the Māori and acclaimed ‘Hole in the Rock’ the British Crown and the lives of early settlers at Marsden Cross, * Visit Waitangi Treaty House and discover the Clendon House and Rawane. Northland has so much to offer, join us! fascinating history of Northland’s Māori and early settlers About Sojourns everything is included and * Visit the unique Sculptureum to view local artwork Our Sojourn programmes arranged before you even are short break journeys put leave home. That includes all * All meals - breakfast, lunch and dinner together in conjunction with sundries like tips, taxes and * Your own room with no single supplement charge themes, events or experiences. transfers. In fact you won’t even need to carry your bags. * Escorted throughout by a Journey Director These programmes range from exploring Australia’s Top Enjoy the finest level of End to world class events and accommodation, dining and unique experiences throughout service all in the one fare. From “You provided a great itinerary, a great trip, Australia and New Zealand. the very moment your journey a great Journey Director. Another 5 star Bill begins, your seamless travel Peach Journey!” Fully Inclusive experience with Bill Peach Elizabeth Wheeler, Paradise Waters, QLD When you travel on a Sojourn Journeys begins. with Bill Peach Journeys Day 1 | Arrive Auckland Russell was New Zealand’s first permanent Day 6 | Hokianga - Auckland Transfer from Auckland Airport to your European settlement and served as a On our return south we stop first at the award stylish hotel. Relax this afternoon or explore swashbuckling shore station for whalers winning Kauri Museum to learn about the New Zealand’s largest and most diverse and sealers. This afternoon we cruise the kauri industry before visiting Waipoua Forest city overlooking the picturesque Hauraki breathtaking Bay of Islands including the renowned for its towering kauri trees and Gulf. Your welcome dinner will be hosted famous “Hole in the Rock” while keeping rare birds. Next we visit Dargaville Museum by your Journey Director tonight, a perfect our eyes peeled for dolphins, whales, noted for its Maori, maritime, pioneer and chance to meet your fellow travellers. penguins and other sea birds. ‘gumdigger’ history. We drive along Kaipara, Overnight: Cordis Auckland or similar Overnight: Paihia Bay Resort or similar the largest natural harbour in the Southern Hemisphere before arriving back in Auckland | Day 2 | Auckland - Whangarei Day 4 Cape Reinga for our farewell dinner this evening. This morning we see the breathtaking Bay of - Paihia Overnight: Cordis Auckland or similar After breakfast this morning we head north Islands from the air during our scenic flight which takes in many of its 144 islands plus Day 7 | Depart Auckland stopping first at Sculptureum, a fascinating After breakfast, we transfer to Auckland gallery with a difference featuring the Cape Reinga and its lighthouse. Majestically sitting at the northwesternmost tip of the airport taking with us memories of a world of art, food and wine. We will delightful Northland Sojourn. explore the sculpture-filled gardens, art Aupouri Peninsula where the Tasman Sea galleries, and vineyard before lunching and Pacific Ocean collide in a stunning swirl at Rothko restaurant where the menu is of currents, Cape Reinga is called ‘the place of inspired by the sea and fertile land of the leaping’, where Maori spirits begin their final region. This afternoon we head further journey. This afternoon we explore Watiangi north along the beautiful Tutukaka Coast Treaty House and Grounds where in 1840 known for the striking turquoise waters of the Treaty of Waitangi was signed between its quiet beaches and bays. We will view the the Māori and the British Crown followed by gentle waters of Ngunguru and Tutukaka a visit to Te Tii including Tapuaetahi Beach Harbours before arriving at the white sand and Marsden Cross, the location of New expanse of Matapouri. We continue on to Zealand’s first Christian service. spectacular Paihia, known as the gateway Overnight: Paihia Bay Resort or similar to the Bay of Islands. Day 5 | Paihia - Hokianga Overnight: Paihia Bay Resort or similar Today we drive to Hokianga, a harbour town featuring a fascinating Maori and European Day 3 | Russell past. We tour the historic town of Rawene This morning we take a ferry across to noted for its heritage buildings and buzzing historic Russell. Today, a quaint township arts scene. Clendon House will provide us an featuring exquisitely restored heritage insight into early settler history. Please contact Bill Peach Journeys or your local travel agent th buildings, at the turn of the 19 century, Overnight: Copthorne Hotel or similar for assistance with airfares.

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