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New Zealand is a stunning place, and we\u2019re\nfortunate to be small enough to accommodate lots of lovely locations and\nexperiences that can be visited and enjoyed within the space of one day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately for\nmost travellers, a combination of unfamiliarity with the area and our nation\u2019s\nnotoriously slow public transport mean that tourists can\u2019t travel to as many\nlocations as we know they could and should. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve combined our knowledge of cruise ship tours with our local expertise to offer you the best possible experience during your limited time in the North Island. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Our inspiration <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Having travelled and experienced many cruise tours ourselves, we have come to understand that small group guided tours are truly the best option for travellers, and the most convenient way to experience a land when you\u2019re only afforded a limited time to do so. Our goal is to ensure that you and your tour-mates avoid the crowds and enjoy a more personalised and sincere tour experience. No big busses, no crowded trains, just our cosy tour van and a few fresh bottles of delicious New Zealand water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>There and back again (a tourist\u2019s\ntale) <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>From geothermal adventures in\nRotorua to Auckland highlight tours, we\u2019ve got you sorted from transportation\nto and from your desired location. Before you set off on your cruise, simply\nget in touch with our team to let us know where you\u2019d like to go. We\u2019ll collect\nyou promptly from the port of Tauranga or Auckland and spirit you away on a sight-seeing\nroad trip to locations of your choice. When all is said and done, you\u2019ll be\nback at your cruise ship with time to spare, feeling satisfied that you\u2019ve seen\nenough in the space of a single day. 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