This tour is 12 days of the finest riding New Zealand’s North Island has to offer, and some of our personal favourites. Starting in Auckland we'll first ride to the Coromandel Peninsula and enjoy the twisting coastal roads and the stunning views that make this a popular destination for locals. We'll follow this up with an unforgettable ride around the remote and wind swept East Cape to Gisborne - first to see the new day. We'll enjoy a couple of days in the beautiful Art Deco city of Napier where we will enjoy a leisurely tour of local Hawkes Bay vineyards by vintage car and take in the panoramic views from mighty Te Mata Peak. Heading inland we'll ride across the stunning Ruahine Ranges where we'll have the range road &amp; the views to ourselves, to the Tongariro National Park staying in a majestic chateau on the side Mt Ruapehu. We'll then ride from one majestic mountain to another where we'll enjoy the warm hospitality of a mountain lodge located high up on Mt Taranaki and explore The Forgotten World Highway to the self proclaimed republic of Whangamomona. It's back country NZ at its finest. This epic tour is simply great fun with awesome rides, great food and amazing scenery. Tour Highlights:<ul><li>The Forgotten World Highway</li><li>Coromandel Loop</li><li>The wild, remote East Cape</li><li>Art Deco Napier &amp; vintage car winery tour</li><li>Lake Rotorua thermal wonderland</li><li>Mt Tongariro, Mt Ruapehu, Mt Ngauruhoe and Mt Taranaki</li><li>Te Mata Peak &amp; Hawkes Bay wine region</li></ul>Included in this tour:<ul><li>13 nights in superb four-star quality accommodation - includes accommodation the night before &amp; after your tour</li><li>All Breakfasts</li><li>All Dinners excluding rest days</li><li>Your choice of Motorcycle from our fleet of modern well-maintained machines</li><li>Comprehensive Motorcycle insurance</li><li>1-2 local guides</li><li>Napier Vintage car winery tour</li><li>Smartphone loan with routes, contacts and travel app</li><li>Transfers to and from Auckland airport to base hotel</li><li>Map and itinerary booklet</li></ul>Not included:<ul><li>Air tickets, personal insurance, lunches, drinks, fuel, personal spending &amp; any additional excursions</li></ul>If you're a local rider and keen to "Bring your own Bike" then you're more than welcome, select Tour Date for BYOB prices.Wanting a self-guided option or don't see a date that suits? No problem, drop us a line and let us know - hello@openroad.nz.

North Island Grand Tour 

New Dates available for Nov 2024 &amp; Jan 2025This spectacular tour starts in the city of Sails, Auckland in the North Island and finishes in our adventure capital, Queenstown in the South Island. In between we’ll ride some of NZ's most iconic roads, stay in some outstanding hotels, experience great kiwi hospitality and enjoy fantastic Pacific Rim cuisine. A definite highlight of this tour is an unforgettable overnight cruise in NZ’s largest fjord - Doubtful Sound. This tour is a great way to see just a little of what New Zealand has to offer and it will have you wanting to come back for more.Tour Highlights:<ul><li>Lake Taupo</li><li>Mt Taranaki</li><li>Forgotten World Highway</li><li>Marlborough Sounds</li><li>Arthurs Pass</li><li>Lindis Pass &amp; Lake Tekapo</li><li>Queenstown &amp; Lake Wakatipu</li><li>Doubtful Sound overnight cruise</li></ul>Included in this tour:<ul><li>15 nights in superb four-star quality accommodation - includes accommodation the night before &amp; after your tour</li><li>All Breakfasts</li><li>All delicious Dinners (excluding 1 rest day)</li><li>Your choice of Motorcycle from our fleet of modern well-maintained machines</li><li>Comprehensive Motorcycle insurance</li><li>1-2 local guides</li><li>Inter-Island Ferry </li><li>Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise</li><li>Hobbiton Evening Banquet</li><li>Motor vehicle Insurance</li><li>Airport/hotel transfers</li><li>Tour booklet map</li><li>Panniers &amp; Top Box</li><li>Puncture repair kit included (tyre replacement is not)</li><li>All roads tried and tested by the team&nbsp;</li></ul>Not included in your guided tour<ul><li>Air tickets, personal travel insurance, lunches, drinks, fuel, dinner on 1 rest day, personal spending &amp; any additional excursions</li></ul>﻿Please note: If your partner is not a rider then they are welcome to travel in the support van - just select the 'Pillion' option and let us know their preference when you book.If you're a local rider and keen to "Bring your own Bike" then you're more than welcome, select Tour Date for BYOB prices.Wanting a self-guided option or don't see a date that suits? No problem, drop us a line and let us know - hello@openroad.nz.We can also arrange accommodation before or after your tour.

14 Day Twin Island Discovery 

This spectacular tour starts in the city of Sails, Auckland in the North Island and finishes in our adventure capital, Queenstown in the South Island. In between we’ll ride some of NZ's most iconic roads, stay in some outstanding hotels, experience great kiwi hospitality and enjoy fantastic Pacific Rim cuisine. A definite highlight of this tour is the ride through the Fiordland National Park to Milford Sound where we'll embark on an overnight cruise of the fjord - it's magical. This is a great way to see just a little of what New Zealand has to offer and it will have you wanting to come back for more...Tour Highlights:<ul><li>Lake Taupo</li><li>Mt Taranaki</li><li>Forgotten World Highway</li><li>Marlborough Sounds</li><li>Arthurs Pass</li><li>Lindis Pass &amp; Lake Tekapo</li><li>Queenstown &amp; Lake Wakatipu</li><li>Doubtful Sound overnight cruise</li></ul>Included in this tour:<ul><li>15 nights in superb four-star quality accommodation - includes accommodation the night before &amp; after your tour</li><li>All Breakfasts</li><li>All Dinners excluding rest day in New Plymouth</li><li>Your choice of Motorcycle from our fleet of modern well-maintained machines</li><li>Comprehensive Motorcycle insurance</li><li>1-2 local guides</li><li>Inter-Island Ferry </li><li>Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise</li><li>Motor vehicle Insurance</li><li>Airport/hotel transfers</li><li>Tour booklet map</li><li>Panniers &amp; Top Box</li><li>Puncture repair kit included (tyre replacement is not)</li><li>All roads tried and tested by the team&nbsp;</li></ul>Not included in your guided tour<ul><li>Air tickets, personal travel insurance, lunches, drinks, fuel, dinner on 1 rest day, personal spending &amp; any additional excursions</li></ul>﻿Please note: If your partner is not a rider then they are welcome to travel in the support van - just select the 'Pillion' option and let us know their preference when you book.If you're a local rider and keen to "Bring your own Bike" then you're more than welcome, select Tour Date for BYOB prices.Wanting a self-guided option or don't see a date that suits? No problem, drop us a line and let us know - hello@openroad.nz.We can also arrange accommodation before or after your tour.

14 Day Twin Island Discovery Jan 2024

24 Days of the best motorcycle touring in New Zealand - New Dates available for Nov 2024 &amp; Jan 2025Come ride the length and breadth of NZ with Open Road. Starting and finishing in Auckland we’ll take you on an unforgettable ride along some of NZ’s most iconic roads. In the North Island we’ll explore Lake Taupo, &amp; Taranaki &amp; Tongariro National Parks. Crossing over to the South Island, we’ll do all three alpine passes across the Southern Alps - Haast Pass, Arthurs Pass &amp; Lewis Pass. Each one is a fantastic thrilling ride. We’ll also enjoy an unforgettable overnight cruise in NZ’s largest fjord - Doubtful Sound. We’ve squeezed in four rest days to relax and recharge but even on a rest day there is plenty to see and do. Along the way we’ll stay in outstanding hotels where comfort is key and you’ll experience great kiwi hospitality and enjoy some great Pacific Rim cuisine.&nbsp;Overall you'll be travelling over 5000 kms in total, and boy what a ride!Tour Highlights:<ul><li>Mt Taranaki &amp; the Forgotten World Highway</li><li>Lake Taupo</li><li>Marlborough Sounds</li><li>Punakaiki Pancake Rocks</li><li>Buller Gorge &amp; West Coast wilderness</li><li>Haast Pass, Lake Wanaka &amp; Crown Range</li><li>Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise</li><li>Lake Tekapo</li><li>Arthur's Pass, Lewis Pass &amp; Hanmer Springs</li><li>Tongariro National Park &amp; Desert Rd</li><li>Hobbiton Evening Banquet Tour</li></ul>Included in your guided tour:<ul><li>24 nights in superb four-star quality accommodation - includes accommodation the night before &amp; after your tour</li><li>All Breakfasts to kickstart your day</li><li>All delicious Dinners (excluding 2 rest days)</li><li>Your choice of Motorcycle from our fleet of modern well-maintained machines</li><li>Comprehensive Motorcycle insurance</li><li>2 Experienced local guides to show you the way</li><li>2 Inter-Island Ferry Crossings</li><li>Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise</li><li>Hobbiton Evening Banquet</li><li>Frans Josef Glacier Helicopter Tour</li><li>Airport/hotel transfers</li><li>Tour booklet &amp; Maps</li><li>Panniers &amp; Top Box if required</li><li>Puncture repair kit included (tyre replacement is not)</li><li>All roads tried and tested by the team&nbsp;</li></ul>Not included in your guided tour:<ul><li>Air tickets, personal insurance, lunches, drinks, Dinner on 2 rest days, fuel &amp; personal spending &amp; any additional excursions</li></ul>Please note: If your partner is not a rider then they are welcome to travel in the support van - just select the 'Pillion' option and let us know their preference If you're a local rider and keen to "Bring your own Bike" then you're more than welcome, select Tour Date for BYOB prices.Wanting a self-guided option or don't see a date that suits? No problem, drop us a line and let us know - hello@openroad.nz.We can also arrange accommodation before or after your tour. Just let us know.

24 Day Twin Island Discovery 

Only 3 bikes left for this ride. The Support Van will be running for this tour so if your pillion needs a break they are welcome to ride in the van.Expect 15 days of the finest riding New Zealand’s North Island has to offer. This tour starts and finishes in Auckland, our 'City of Sails'. You'll ride the thrilling scenic road to Cape Reinga in the north, the twisting roads of the Coromandel coast and ranges, and explore the majestic mountains of Mt Tongariro and Mt Taranaki. We'll also take you on some our favourite North Island roads where we'll enjoy fantastic scenery and near empty roads. You’ll experience great kiwi hospitality, wonderful Pacific Rim cuisine &amp; stay in some outstanding boutique hotels where comfort is key. Riding 3,400 kms overall, this will be a ride to remember. There is so much more to this trip, check out the full itinerary below.&nbsp; Included in your guided tour<ul><li>12 riding days &amp; 2 rest days</li><li>15 Nights in quality accommodation in luxury hotels and comfortable mountain lodges, </li><li>We include the first 1 nights accommodation in Auckland before the tour starts so we all leave together </li><li>All your breakfasts &amp; fabulous dinners&nbsp;</li><li>Your choice of Motorcycle from our fleet of modern well maintained machines</li><li>2 local guides</li><li>Support van to carry luggage and spare motorcycle</li><li>Hobbiton Movie Set Tour &amp; Banquet&nbsp;</li><li>Airport/hotel transfers</li><li>Tour Map</li><li>Panniers &amp; Top Box if required</li><li>Puncture repair kit included (tyre replacement is not)</li><li>All roads tried and tested by the team&nbsp;</li></ul>Not included in your guided tour<ul><li>Personal Travel Insurance, lunches, drinks, fuel, personal spending &amp; any additional excursions</li></ul> Pre Tour - We recommend arriving 1-2 days ahead of your tour start date to get over any jet lag and do some sightseeing in &amp; around Auckland. The night before your tour is included but if you want to arrive on the 19th Nov to give yourself one clear day before the tour starts please let us know so that we can make the necessary arrangements for you.

15 Day Spring North Island Tour

﻿New Dates available for Nov 2024 &amp; Jan 2025Our 10 Day Twin Island Discovery tour starts in our adventure capital Queenstown and finishes in Auckland, our City of Sails. This is 10 days of great riding. You’ll experience the South Island’s rugged West Coast, Haast Pass &amp; Lewis Passes. Crossing over to the North Island through the Marlborough Sounds we’ll continue our journey north and ride through the Tongariro National Park and alongside Lake Taupo. Along the way we’ll stay in outstanding hotels where comfort is key and you’ll experience great kiwi hospitality and enjoy some great Pacific Rim cuisine.&nbsp;Tour Highlights:<ul><li>Queenstown</li><li>Crown Range &amp; Lake Wanaka</li><li>Haast Pass &amp; West Coast wilderness</li><li>Franz Josef Glacier</li><li>Punakaiki Pancake Rocks</li><li>Buller Gorge, Lewis Pass &amp; Hanmer Springs</li><li>Marlborough Sounds</li><li>Wellington</li><li>Lake Taupo</li><li>Tongariro National Park &amp; Desert Rd</li><li>Gentle Annie</li></ul>Included in your guided tour<ul><li>10 Nights in excellent quality accommodation in luxury hotels and comfortable mountain lodges</li><li>All breakfasts&nbsp;</li><li>All delicious Dinners (excluding 1 rest day)</li><li>Your choice of Motorcycle from our fleet of modern well maintained machines</li><li>Comprehensive motor vehicle insurance</li><li>1-2 local guides</li><li>Hobbiton Evening Banquet Tour</li><li>Frans Josef Glacier Helicopter Tour</li><li>Inter-Island Ferry Crossing</li><li>Airport/hotel transfers per/post tour</li><li>Panniers &amp; Top Box</li><li>Puncture repair kit included (tyre replacement is not)</li><li>All roads tried and tested by the team&nbsp;</li></ul>Not included in your guided tour<ul><li>Air tickets, personal travel insurance, most lunches, drinks, fuel &amp; personal spending</li></ul>Pre Tour - We recommend arriving a couple of days ahead of your tour start date to get over any jet lag and do some sightseeing in &amp; around Queenstown.

10 Day Twin Island Discovery

Discover the natural beauty &amp; history of the Far North of New Zealand on our 6 day Discovery tour.&nbsp;We’ll ride through stunning landscapes up to the very tip of New Zealand, with fantastic riding along quiet back country roads that twist and turn through the verdant countryside. The thrilling road up to Cape Reinga (and back) is definitely one for the bucket list. The stunning views &amp; the wild turbulence of the water where two great oceans meet is not to be missed. At night we’ll stay in delightful boutique accommodation and indulge in delicious local food and wine. This tour is a great introduction to New Zealand and is a perfect way to discover the delights of the winterless sub-tropical Far North at any time of year.Tour Highlights:<ul><li>Cape Reinga, a place of deep significance to Māori, and the Lighthouse</li><li>Russell and the Bay of Islands</li><li>Hokianga harbour’s towering sand dunes</li><li>Waipoua forest and Tāne Mahuta, the King of the Forest</li></ul>Included in this tour:<ul><li>6 nights in superb four-star quality accommodation - includes accommodation the night before &amp; after your tour</li><li>6 Breakfasts</li><li>6 Group Dinners at superb local restaurants</li><li>Your choice of Motorcycle from our fleet of modern well-maintained machines</li><li>Comprehensive Motorcycle Insurance</li><li>1-2 local guides</li><li>Motor vehicle Insurance</li><li>Airport/hotel transfers</li><li>Tour booklet &amp; Maps</li><li>Panniers &amp; Top Box</li><li>Puncture repair kit included (tyre replacement is not)</li><li>All roads tried and tested by the team&nbsp;</li></ul>Not included in your guided tour:<ul><li>Air tickets, personal insurance, lunches, dinner on rest day, drinks, fuel, personal spending &amp; any additional excursions</li></ul>If you're a local rider and keen to "Bring your own Bike" then you're more than welcome, select Tour Date for BYOB prices.Wanting to arrange accommodation before or after your tour or a self-guided option &amp; don't see a date that suits?No problem, drop us a line and let us know - hello@openroad.nz

Far North Discovery June 2024

Our 10 Day Twin Island Discovery tour starts in our adventure capital Queenstown and finishes in Auckland, our City of Sails. This is 10 days of great riding. You’ll experience the South Island’s rugged West Coast, Haast Pass &amp; Lewis Passes. Crossing over to the North Island through the Marlborough Sounds we’ll continue our journey north and ride through the Tongariro National Park and alongside Lake Taupo. Along the way we’ll stay in outstanding hotels where comfort is key and you’ll experience great kiwi hospitality and enjoy some great Pacific Rim cuisine.&nbsp;Tour Highlights:<ul><li>Queenstown</li><li>Crown Range &amp; Lake Wanaka</li><li>Haast Pass &amp; West Coast wilderness</li><li>Franz Josef Glacier</li><li>Punakaiki Pancake Rocks</li><li>Buller Gorge, Lewis Pass &amp; Hanmer Springs</li><li>Marlborough Sounds</li><li>Wellington</li><li>Lake Taupo</li><li>Tongariro National Park &amp; Desert Rd</li><li>Hobbiton Evening Banquet Tour</li></ul>Included in your guided tour<ul><li>10 Nights in excellent quality accommodation in luxury hotels and comfortable mountain lodges</li><li>All breakfasts&nbsp;</li><li>All dinners (excluding 1 rest days)</li><li>Your choice of Motorcycle from our fleet of modern well maintained machines</li><li>Comprehensive motor vehicle insurance</li><li>1-2 local guides</li><li>Hobbiton Evening Banquet Tour</li><li>Inter-Island Ferry Crossing</li><li>Airport/hotel transfers per/post tour</li><li>Panniers &amp; Top Box</li><li>Puncture repair kit included (tyre replacement is not)</li><li>All roads tried and tested by the team&nbsp;</li></ul>Not included in your guided tour<ul><li>Air tickets, personal travel insurance, most lunches, drinks, fuel &amp; personal spending</li></ul>Pre Tour - We recommend arriving a couple of days ahead of your tour start date to get over any jet lag and do some sightseeing in &amp; around Queenstown.

10 Day Twin Island Discovery Jan 2024

24 Days of the best motorcycle touring in New Zealand Come ride the length and breadth of NZ with Open Road. Starting and finishing in Auckland we’ll take you on an unforgettable ride along some of NZ’s most iconic roads. In the North Island we’ll explore Lake Taupo, &amp; Taranaki &amp; Tongariro National Parks. Crossing over to the South Island, we’ll do all three alpine passes across the Southern Alps - Haast Pass, Arthurs Pass &amp; Lewis Pass. Each one is a fantastic thrilling ride. We’ll also enjoy an unforgettable overnight cruise in NZ’s largest fjord - Doubtful Sound. We’ve squeezed in four rest days to relax and recharge but even on a rest day there is plenty to see and do. Along the way we’ll stay in outstanding hotels where comfort is key and you’ll experience great kiwi hospitality and enjoy some great Pacific Rim cuisine.&nbsp;Overall you'll be travelling over 5000 kms in total, and boy what a ride!Tour Highlights:<ul><li>Mt Taranaki &amp; the Forgotten World Highway</li><li>Lake Taupo</li><li>Marlborough Sounds</li><li>Punakaiki Pancake Rocks</li><li>Buller Gorge &amp; West Coast wilderness</li><li>Haast Pass, Lake Wanaka &amp; Crown Range</li><li>Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise</li><li>Lake Tekapo</li><li>Arthur's Pass, Lewis Pass &amp; Hanmer Springs</li><li>Tongariro National Park &amp; Desert Rd</li><li>Hobbiton Evening Banquet Tour</li></ul>Included in your guided tour:<ul><li>24 nights in superb four-star quality accommodation - includes accommodation the night before &amp; after your tour</li><li>All Breakfasts</li><li>All Dinners excluding 2 rest days</li><li>Your choice of Motorcycle from our fleet of modern well-maintained machines</li><li>Comprehensive Motorcycle insurance</li><li>1-2 local guides </li><li>2 Inter-Island Ferry Crossings</li><li>Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise</li><li>Hobbiton Evening Banquet</li><li>Airport/hotel transfers</li><li>Tour booklet &amp; Maps</li><li>Panniers &amp; Top Box if required</li><li>Puncture repair kit included (tyre replacement is not)</li><li>All roads tried and tested by the team&nbsp;</li></ul>Not included in your guided tour:<ul><li>Air tickets, personal insurance, lunches, drinks, Dinner on 2 rest days, fuel &amp; personal spending &amp; any additional excursions</li></ul>Please note: If your partner is not a rider then they are welcome to travel in the support van - just select the 'Pillion' option and let us know their preference If you're a local rider and keen to "Bring your own Bike" then you're more than welcome, select Tour Date for BYOB prices.Wanting a self-guided option or don't see a date that suits? No problem, drop us a line and let us know - hello@openroad.nz.We can also arrange accommodation before or after your tour. Just let us know.

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