The coach driver, Shelly, was amazing. The guide at the treaty signing memorial was excellent. I would not recommend the Russell mini tour. It was just a person pointing out houses and saying how much they cost.
Review by: jain.ram.b, March 2018
Good tour. Not too happy with the way they kept us waiting so they can accommodate passengers from other trips who wanted to caome back to Auckland. Probably not going with this company.
Review by: Mariana M, March 2018
El lugar es lindo, pero te ofrecfen tour en español y después no es así, por lo cual no entendí absolutamente nada, si hubiera sabido, no lo cotnrataba.
Review by: Narelle F, January 2018
This was a great way to have a glimpse of the Bay of Island when you have limited time in New Zealand, it takes a whole day but really worthwhile and very informative.
Review by: ihepa2, January 2018
Loved this tour! Paihia is so beautiful. I want to go back and stay there for a few days. Our driver, Ben, was funny, engaging and very knowledgeable. The entire tour was so well choreographed. It was an easy and nice flow and we didn't feel rushed and could just enjoy the locale. Book this tour!
Review by: Yeritza S, January 2018
This tour is long a lot of driving and only one hour to enjoy the beach so it only if you gonna stay a couple days over the island
Review by: Debbie C, January 2018
It was a long day, over 3 hrs to get there. Was a 12 hr day. I had been there before, by car, and I wanted my husband to see it. We had great weather. Went over to Russell on the ferry, which was nice. I don't remember of guide's name, he was also the bus driver. He was very good._br/_ All in all a good tour
Review by: Bernane S, January 2018
Russell is my favorite island. Amazed how friendly people were.
Review by: Monica D, December 2017
A wonderful day. An experienced, knowledgeable driver. A good variety of activities.
Review by: nef.hawkins, December 2017
This was a great trip! The guide was great, the stops were fantastic, and Everywhere was just beautiful. A long day, but worth it. Also, the lunch option is a great way to go.
Review by: Jack S, December 2017
Very scenic
Review by: Rumneet G, December 2017
This was great tour, our tour guide Rachael was really knowledgeable and kept us entertained during the long journey to the bay of islands.
Review by: Mrs R W, November 2017
This tour was amazing!
Review by: Martha B, November 2017
Comfortable bus, although we miss having a pocket for our guide book and a tablet for our tea/coffee cup! Knowledgeable and pleasant driver, Polite and attentive. Although it is a long drive, the scenery along the way makes it worthwhile. As we cannot plan the weather well in advance, we chose the Russell Tour, not the cruise. It proved to be the right choice because those who were on the cruise had a miserable time. Pouring rain throughout!. We did not see much of the islands, but our time in Russell was most pleasant!. Was it worth 12 hours of driving from Auckland? Some will say yes, some will say no...It depends on what one is looking for...
Review by: Edwin J, October 2017
Really nice!
Review by: Mitsy L, October 2017
It is a bit of a ride from Auckland to the Bay of Islands - however our wonderful bus driver/ tour guide kept our attention with his dry humor and excellent storytelling skills about the land and the various groups who have touched it over time. There is a wonderful new museum displaying the changes to the land made by the first people of the Pacific Islands great cultural perspective and the side by side impact of the Europeans and their view of land and the people. We spent time across the bay in Russell as well.
Review by: Tracey R, August 2017
Great trip, long day. The Bay of Islands was beautiful. Commentary on bus trip was good.
Review by: Stephen P, July 2017
The visit to the Waitangi Treaty site was great - would have enjoyed more time at this location. The entire of Bay of Islands area is beautiful and well worth the visit
Review by: E M w, June 2017
Lovely place to visit but long coach journey and felt a little too rushed from the treaty grounds. Guide was very friendly and knowledgeable .Lunch left a lot to be desired so was disappointed at this.
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