Depart Auckland and travel north by coach via the Hibiscus Coast with its golden sand beaches, through Whangarei and arrive in the beautiful township of Paihia, Bay of Islands.

By ferry you will be transported from Paihia to Russell a beautiful township immediately across the bay from Paihia. Russell being the original capital of New Zealand. In Russell a tour of the township has been arranged for your enjoyment. In Russell you will join a Mini Tour of the township.

From Russell you will join a three hour nature cruise to the famous Hole in the Rock, weather and sea conditions permitting you will sail through the hole. On the cruise you will often site dolphins and numerous sea birds. 3 hours , The cruise is included in the tour package

The hole in the rock cruise will return you to the dock at Paihia. The remainder of the afternoon evening is at leisure to explore the township.