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Auckland Scenic Day Tour Full-Day- 8 HOURS

Offered by Auckland Scenic Tours

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$210.00 per person

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8 hours (approx.)Pickup Available Mobile or paper ticket accepted Offered in: English

Tour Overview

Start your day with a scenic drive over the iconic Auckland Harbour Bridge, built in 1959, where you can enjoy expansive views of the city skyline and the vast blue waters beyond. This early perspective sets the stage for a day full of exploration and insight into Auckland's rich tapestry of landscapes and history.

As we venture into the historic suburb of Parnell, established in 1841, you'll weave through streets lined with over 5,000 old wooden villas, each telling its own story of the city's colonial past. Parnell is not just about history; it's a vibrant quarter where the Golden Mile invites you to discover trendy cafes and quaint boutiques.

Our tour then takes us to two of Auckland’s significant volcanic sites, offering a rare glimpse into the region's fiery geological history. At North Head, experience the dramatic vistas across the Hauraki Gulf and the city’s inner harbour. The flat walk around this volcano reveals a 360-degree panoramic view that is simply breathtaking. Meanwhile, Mt. Eden, the highest volcano in Auckland, presents an unparalleled view of the city and its surroundings, framed by its vast, grassy crater.

No visit to Auckland would be complete without indulging in the local flora at the Auckland Domain. Here, the Wintergardens offer a serene escape with two large glasshouses and a lush fernery featuring New Zealand's famous silver fern. This peaceful enclave within the bustling city provides a perfect moment of tranquility.

Concluding the tour, enjoy a historic stop at Riverhead, established in 1857. Overlooking the upper reaches of the Waitemata Harbour, this spot offers a perfect place to reflect on your day over lunch while soaking in the picturesque views and perhaps planning your next New Zealand adventure.

What's Included

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

Not Included:

  • Lunch
  • Personal expenses

What To Expect

  1. 1

    Auckland Harbour Bridge

    Drive over the Auckland Harbour Bridge, built in 1959, offering the most spectacular views and photo opportunities of the City and beyond

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  2. 2

    Devonport

    This quaint little township, often remarked being similar to Sausilito, is the oldest suburb on the North Shore of Auckland. Picturesque streets which are home to over 5,000 old wooden villas

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  3. 3

    North Head Historic Reserve

    Steeped in history and is an underground "mini city" with a labyrinth of tunnels, some of which we journey into. We walk around this volcano (flat walk) with simply spectacular 360 degree views of Auckland

    30 minutes

  4. 4

    Achilles Point

    Steeped in history with spectacular Harbour Views

    15 minutes

  5. 5

    Auckland Domain

    We visit the 2 stunning Wintergardens, the 2 enormous glasshouses, and the Fernery where guests can see and touch our most famous fern, "the silver fern.

    30 minutes

  6. 6

    Soljans Estate Winery

    New Zealand is famous for wine and we journey into the wine growing district of West Auckland and stop and do some wine tasting

    30 minutes

    Admission: Included

  7. 7

    Riverhead

    Our lunch destination is at Riverhead. Steeped in history dating back to 1857 overlooking the uppermost finger of Auckland's Waitemata Harbour (lunch not included in tour)

    45 minutes

  8. 8

    Mission Bay

    Soak up the stunning views of Auckland Harbour coastline flanked with our beautiful native pohutakawa trees

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  9. 9

    Kohimarama

    Another of Auckland's inner city beaches that was formerly the home of New Zealand native parera duck

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  10. 10

    Remuera

    New Zealand's richest suburb as we explain how to tell the age of the old wooden villas and about their construction and other facets

    5 minutes

  11. 11

    Mount Eden

    Journey to the highest point in Auckland (196 metres) with simply spectacular 360 degree views. This is one of 56 extinct volcanoes in Auckland bosting one of the largest volcanic craters in Auckland

    30 minutes

  12. 12

    Tamaki Drive

    Journey along this road built in 1931 offering magical views of inner Auckland

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  13. 13

    Parnell

    Parnell is the oldest suburb in Auckland dating back to 1841 and is home to the Auckland Rose Garden and the Golden Mile of Parnell with its numerous eateries and the quaint Parnell Village

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  14. 14

    Orakei Basin - not Orakei Korako!

    We visit one of Auckland's 3 crater lakes. This formed from a volcanic eruption that occurred 85,000 years ago

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  15. 15

    Paritai Drive

    The richest street in Auckland and New Zealand offering breath-taking views over the Harbour and City

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  16. 16

    Waimauku

    We enter the countryside of West Auckland where guests will see farms, livestock and marvel at the greenness of the pasture

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  17. 17

    Coatesville

    We journey through this wealthy area in the countryside of Auckland, flanked by enormous homes, and we show guests the Coatesville Mansion that recently sold for $32.5 M

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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup available

If requesting pickup, please select your preferred location when booking through Viator.

Pickup details

We pick up ONLY from all Downtown CBD Accommodation (Hotels, BNBs, Backpackers Hotels etc) and also the cruise terminals for guests arriving by cruise ship. We do not pick up in the suburbs of Auckland. Adina Apartment Hotel, 2 Tapora Street...

Or Meet At Meeting point

Sky Tower

Victoria Street West, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

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End Point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Important Information

• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • If you have not already specified, you MUST advise supplier as soon as possible your Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and departure time so that appropriate arrangements can be made Hotel pickups commence prior to this time Tour departs within walking distance of the cruise port

Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • Some easy walking is involved. Comfortable shoes recommended
  • Minimum Age is 10 years
  • We can provide this tour to groups larger than 14 by discussions with Viator and ourselves
  • Please note that there are 2 activities that require good walking ability. Unfortunately, our tour is not recommended for those with agility/mobility issues.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.