| Historic Activities in North Island, New Zealand. North Island, NZ Historic. |
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North Island Historic Activities
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Activity Locations
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Activity Types
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Activity Listings (11-20 of 21) |
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Historic - Auckland
See how Colonial Auckland's upper crust lived at Highwic - one of New Zealand's finest Carpenter Gothic homes. Built in 1862 by successful businessman and landowner Alfred Buckland, Highwic was home to Alfred's 21 children. Today the house is furnished with a wonderful selection of antiques, with a hectare of beautiful garden where visitors can still enjoy croquet and a quiet stroll - including the romantic Lover's Walk. More... |
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Historic - Mairangi Bay - Starting from $95.00 per person
This is an exhilarating night paddle. Experience the magical light show put on by the smallest of living sea creatures. Watch as your kayak leaves a glittering wake behind you. Dip your hands in and see the sparkles latch to your hand as you withdraw it from the water.
Be one of the few to see this natural phenomenon.
Also, mullet, flounder and many birds can be seen or heard. Birdlife includes tui, bellbird, kereru, oyster-catcher, pied stilt, reef heron, white-faced heron, dotterel,... More... |
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Historic - Auckland
Once the centre of an estate that stretched as far as the eye could see, this beautiful building grew from a farmhouse into an 18-room mansion - including Oriental styled decorative verandahs and towers. Famous in the 19th Century for its balls, hunts, garden parties and music, Alberton was the 'party house' for Auckland's Colonial elite. More... |
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Historic - Kerikeri
Built by Maori sawyers and missionary carpenters from the London-based Church Missionary Society in 1820-21, Kemp House in Kerikeri predates the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi by almost 20 years. Enjoy a tour of New Zealand's oldest building including a large range of furniture and personal items owned by the missionary families who lived here - including James and Charlotte Kemp. More... |
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Maori - Hinuera - Starting from $165.00 per person
The care and attention we take to assure our guests have a wonderful,fulfilling day tour with us.
We will take great care of them and hope to become lifelong friends. More... |
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Historic - Havelock North - Starting from $130.00 per person
This is the perfect half day tour discovering the famous Art Deco City, Napier and its history & architecture, Ahuriri, culture, views and award winning wines.
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Maori - Auckland - Starting from $95.00 per person
A top destination for locals and tourists alike the Auckland Night Markets are a must to see! The Night Markets are a bustling hive of activity where market goers can sample cuisine from a range of different cultures, shop for crafts and sample local products while enjoying the live entertainers and performers.
Enjoy closeup scenic panoramic views of the “City of Sails” and it's majestic lights from many different historical landmarks as well as a few "local secrets". More... |
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Historic - Kerikeri
Located next door to Kemp House in Kerikeri, the Stone Store is New Zealand's oldest stone building. Designed by Wesleyan missionary John Hobbs, and built by Australian convict William Parrott in 1832-36, the Stone Store was constructed to hold New Zealand mission supplies and large quantities of wheat from the mission farm at Te Waimate. More... |
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Historic - Waimate North
Te Waimate Mission House, built in 1832, is the second oldest standing building in New Zealand, and is the only survivor of three mission houses founded in 1830 on behalf of the Church Missionary Society by the Reverend Samuel Marsden with the agreement of local Nga Puhi. Enjoy the simple beauty of this Georgian building which was the heart of the Church Missionary Society's model farm - the forerunner of modern agriculture in New Zealand. More... |
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Historic - Napier - Starting from $210.00 per person
Join this 75-minute tour for the chance to step back into the 1930’s. Immerse yourself in Napier’s Art Deco heritage as you visit some of the key attractions while in a luxurious 1930s vintage car. See famous buildings such as the Napier Municipal Theatre and National Tobacco Company building. More... |
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 The Seasider - Rail Tour - Dunedin. Starting from NZ $89.00 per adult - Railway Station. Run by the Taieri Gorge Railway, The Seasider train is Dunedin's scenic coastal tourist train operating from the...
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Haumako - Mangawhai Heads Holiday Home - Holiday Home. 
