Northland Experience - Unique Biking & Hiking Bespoke Tour
We have another great tour personally escorted by Jenny Nilsson - departs 19 Nov 21 - now taking expressions of interest - 4 nights/5 days (ex Bay of Islands ) from $2680pp (share twin)
This is a fully supported, fully inclusive tour. Everything is organized for you, you have a Tour Leader supporting you and Jenny will lead you on cycle and hike. Our bikes are quality e-bikes guaranteeing a comfortable and very enjoyable riding experience. With an e-bike you will be surprised at how far you can go. The tour suits most abilities, and we can modify for those that want to do a bit less or a bit more!
Includes:
✔ Guide
✔ 4 night’s accommodation with breakfast
✔ 3 dinners
✔ All transport/shuttles
✔ E bike hire
Highlights:
Day 1 - Friday 19 November
Fly into Kerikeri – self booked.
Shuttle from the airport to accommodation in walking distance to Stone Store and restaurants
Day 2 - Saturday 20 November
Cycle Kaikohe to Horeke/Mangungu
Stay at Te Rito Marae in marae style accommodation with dinner and breakfast included.
Day 3 - Sunday 21 November
Shuttle to Kaikohe and cycle Kaikohe to Opua.
Shuttle to Russell
Stay at Arcadia Lodge in Russell, with dinner in the lodge
Day 4 - Monday 22 November
Day trip to Urupukapuka Island – extensive walking. Choose from short to long tracks.
Staying in Arcadia Lodge with dinner at a local restaurant
Day 5 – Tuesday 23 November
Walk out the door onto the Full Circle walk from Russell to Paihia 16kms (or part of it)
Shuttle back to airport, fly out afternoon
Contact Jenny on 06 878 8858 to find out more!! 🚶🚶♂️🚵♀️🚵
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