Things to do in Auckland, North Island: The Best Sightseeing Tours

Experience the very best of Auckland and vicinity with a morning city tour combined with an afternoon wine tasting in the stunning nearby Kumeu wine country. Take a look at the city’s popular neighborhoods and enjoy great views over the harbor while touring Auckland in the morning. Then spend the afternoon in the Kumeu region to enjoy lunch at a winery restaurant and savor wine tastings at three award-winning New Zealand wineries. The afternoon also includes a visit to the dramatic West Coast of Auckland at Muriwai which has a colony of Gannets over summer. This is a small-group tour in a luxury vehicle, limited to 14 people.

Inclusions: Auckland City tour with central city pickup/drop off, Vineyard lunch with a glass of wine, Transport in air conditioned luxury vehicle, Experience West Coast Beach with a Local Guide, 3 wine tastings, Viewing of Gannet bird colony (Aug-April)

Exclusions: Gratuities

Full day privately guided e-bike tour of Waiheke Island This tour starts and ends in Auckland central city with your guide accompanying you throughout the experience. Meet at our city base for a safety briefing and introduction to your e-bike. From here, the journey begins with a short ride to the Downtown Ferry Terminal (just 5 mins from our central city base) and a relaxing sailing to Waiheke Island by ferry. Further instruction on how to ride the e-bike will be provided before the riding begins in earnest, following a lovely cycling route visiting peaceful beaches and gladed seaside communities. A gourmet picnic and wine tasting at an iconic boutique winery on the island is included. The e-bikes make the many hills of Waiheke a breeze. This tour is not suited to unconfident people and participants are advised the route does include a mix of on-road and off-road riding.

Inclusions: Private guide who will accompany you throughout the whole day, E-Bike and helmet rental, Wine Tasting, Picnic lunch, Bottled water, Local taxes, Lunch

Exclusions: Personal expenses and gratuities, Any additional food and beverage requests, Hotel pickup and drop-off

The only Glass Bottom Boat in the Reserve. An informative, educational tour of 45 minutes duration in the first Marine Reserve in New Zealand.

Inclusions: Licensed Guide

Exclusions: No food or drink other than water is allowed on the boat. There are no facilities at Goat Island Marine Reserve.

Take a Tour which is Good for your soul. Visit Nature & Natural Places in New Zealand. Book with us for a Flexible , affordable Private Tour. Take your break wherever you want, No Sharing or Group Tour. Enjoy your Privacy and Family Tour Time :)

Inclusions: Driver / Guide, Private Transportation , Air-Conditioned Vehicle, Drinking Water 1 bottle per person, Snack / Chips, Soft drink

Exclusions: Tour Guide Tips ($10 per person), Lunch, Personal Expenses

The International Hobbit Day is on the 22nd of September 2021 celebrating the birthdays of Bilbo and Frodo. Tour includes private luxury transfer from Auckland. Step into the enchanting village on a guided tour of the Shire, where your guide will escort you recounting fascinating details.. As the tour comes to an end, you’ll arrive into The Green Dragon Marketplace – a bustling, vibrant festival-like atmosphere with traditional Hobbit fare bursting from the market stalls. Our famous Hobbit beverages will be flowing fresh from the kegs, alongside the Middle-earth wine range, with roving performers, interactive games and live music keep you entertained. For guests with a Hobbit-sized appetite, the Party Marquee will boast a buffet table overflowing with options for a more substantial supper. To conclude the evening, you’ll be invited on a stunning journey under moonlight back through the village, with lights from the Hobbit Holes glowing against the darkness.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Hobbit Southfarthing beverages on tap throughout the evening, Marketplace entertainment, Dinner and dessert served from the marketplace and inside the venues, Evening lighting tour of Hobbiton Movie Set, Refreshments & Snacks, Professional guide, Bottled water, Dinner, Alcoholic Beverages

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Benefit from bespoke customised itineraries (fully inclusive - accommodation, transport, activities, attractions) - we are Travel experts who know what the guidebooks don't. We specialise only in New Zealand touring. This sample itinerary below shows you the very best of our North and South Islands. Please note we have deliberately included some two and three night stays - in some premier locations so that you can immerse yourself into, and enjoy, some real Kiwi culture - with the locals! We can help with International flights and comprehensive Travel Insurance. We are proud to be accredited by Tourism New Zealand as a 100% Pure New Zealand Travel Specialist. We are also Qualmark accredited, Tourism New Zealand’s official quality assurance organisation, providing a trusted guide to quality travel experiences. Also, we have many highly satisfied visitors who have traveled with us - you can see our very positive 5 - Star Trip reviews on our website - Try us - you'll like us!

Inclusions: Luxury accommodations, land transport, airport meet & greet service, 24/7 Freephone helpline

Exclusions: WiFi, food, drinks, laundry, any airfares (unless specified in itinerary).

Take in the top attractions of New Zealand's largest city on this full-day scenic tour of Auckland. Drive through the City to Tamaki Drive by air-conditioned 12-seater Mercedes with a guide, discover sites of interest including Devonport, Mission Bay and gaze over the coastal scenery from Achilles Point. Travel to the top of 2 of Auckland's volcanoes for stunning 360 degree views; North Head, a volcano with the most commanding, spectacular views over the City, inner harbour and the Hauraki Gulf, and also see Auckland historic Mt. Eden, the highest volcano on the isthmus. Admire native birdlife at Muriwai Beach, the spectacular rugged coastline with black sand beaches and sip fine wines along the Kumeu Wine Trail. Visit the Auckland Domain, home to the Auckland Museum and visit the 2 stunning Wintergardens and Fernery. Enjoy our historic lunch stop in Riverhead. Marvel as we journey into the lush countryside.This 8-hour tour includes round-trip travel from your Auckland accommodation 

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off at Downtown Centrally Situated Hotels or Cruise Ships, Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minibus, Wine-tasting

Exclusions: Lunch, Personal expenses

Experience the highlights of Auckland on a full-day tour that covers a seaside village and the black-sand beaches of the West Coast. Travel in a luxury Mercedes vehicle past Auckland’s ancient volcanoes and see dramatic ocean vistas along an untamed coastline. Visit the rainforest and stroll past kauri trees and other flora and fauna native to New Zealand.

Inclusions: Luxury air-conditioned vehicle, Professional driver/guide, National Park fees, Lunch and snacks, Hotel or port pickup and drop-off, All local taxes

Exclusions: Personal expenses

Enjoyable, informative and a great day out... Explore Auckland in small groups for a more personalised experience. An exceptional value, we offer a very comprehensive tour covering all the best sights, with plenty of stops for photos. • Discover our sparkling harbour, stunning beaches, historic buildings, leafy parks, Victorian suburbs, and bustling shopping areas. • Enjoy fantastic views from the top of our volcanoes. • Travel over the Harbour Bridge for great views of our city. • Learn about Auckland, the geography, history, and our way of life.  • Comfortable air-conditioned Mini-Bus takes you to a greater variety of sights.  • Choice of Morning or Afternoon Tour. 3.5 hours - 4 hours.  • Hotel pick-up from Central City Hotels, or from our convenient downtown departure point.  

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide with live commentary, Hotel pick up & drop-off (Inner city hotels only)

Exclusions: Gratuities

Small-group personalized 3-hour tour, showing you the highlights of what makes Auckland so special. From the diverse eateries and best shopping to the many volcanoes, working farms and Auckland's beautiful gardens. Along the way, you will learn about the Maori culture and settler history.

Inclusions: Local guide, Hotel or port pickup (Morning tour only) and drop-off at centrally-located drop off points, Air-conditioned vehicle, Free limited Wifi offered on request.

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance fees (not specified)