Top 6 Three-Day Tours from Auckland

1.3-Day Bay of Islands Tour from Auckland

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 41 reviews · from $785Our pick

Travel from Auckland to Paihia, then explore Northland by coach, ferry, and boat. The three-day trip visits Russell, the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, Puketi Kauri Forest, Cape Reinga, and Ninety Mile Beach, with a Hole in the Rock cruise if conditions allow. Local guides vary by day, and two nights’ accommodation in Paihia are included.

“I totally enjoyed the whole experience. The hotel I stayed in was excellent and the people were very kind.. I was very lucky the weather was so good the day tour around the Bay of Islands. X”

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2.Hobbiton, Rotorua, Waiotapu and Waitomo 3-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 22 reviews · 3 days · from $1,135

Travel with a small English-speaking group of up to 12 from Auckland or Rotorua, visiting Hobbiton, Te Puia, Mitai, Waiotapu, Taupo, Polynesian Spa and Waitomo Caves. Expect two nights in Rotorua, selected meals and a lot of road time. Guides include a Māori cultural host and tour leader Louisse on some departures.

“I had a fantastic time! I particularly loved Rotorua, and was really glad to be able to see it, particularly the Mitai evening and Waiotapu. I don't drive so this allowed me to see things I wouldn't have been able to otherwise. Everything was organised so efficiently, especially considering people in the group were doing different things. I never had to worry about anything! The drivers and guides were all so friendly and knowledgeable. It *is* a lot of money to spend for just 3 days, but considering how much was included, I don't regret it!”

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3.3 Day Bay Of Islands Tour from Auckland including Waitangi and Cape Reinga

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 18 reviews · from $772Best value

Travel from Auckland to Paihia, visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, spend a full day at Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach, then cruise the Bay of Islands before returning to Auckland. Two nights’ accommodation and one lunch are included. Expect a mix of guided excursions and independent travel, with some legs using public transport.

“The trip was very well organised everyone was so helpful. Waitangi Treaty centre was so interesting such big part New Zealand history The boat trip around Bay of Island so beautiful as dolphins followed the boat . The bus trip was a long waRead more”

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4.Private 3 Days Tour From Auckland: Hobbiton, Hamilton, Rotorua & Waitomo Caves

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $3,661Top rated

Travel by private, air-conditioned vehicle from Auckland to Hobbiton, Rotorua, Waitomo and Hamilton over three days. The price includes two nights in four-star hotels, attraction tickets, guided tours, bottled water, snacks and WiFi. The route is customizable, and guide Martin has been praised for being punctual and giving the day an unhurried pace.

“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.”

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5.3-Day Hobbiton, Rotorua, Whakarewarewa, and Waitomo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4 reviews · from $915

Travel from Auckland to Hobbiton, Rotorua and Waitomo over three days, with two nights in Rotorua, guided visits, admissions and transport included. Expect a Hobbiton movie-set tour, a Maori cultural performance and geothermal sights at Whakarewarewa, then a boat ride beneath Waitomo’s glowworms. The tour uses local suppliers, so your coach and driver change between days.

“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.”

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6.3 Day Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton Movie Set and Rotorua Tour from Auckland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $1,343

Travel from Auckland to Waitomo’s glowworm caves, Rotorua’s geothermal sites and Māori cultural experiences, then visit Hobbiton in Matamata. The three-day group tour includes two Rotorua hotel nights, selected meals, attraction entry and Auckland return transport. Expect guided visits at key stops and a group of up to 45.

“Great itinerary… had a good time. Nicely planned, good guides and drivers, timely pickup and dropoff! 100% recommend.”

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