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Shore Excursion: Auckland Scenic Full Day Tour - 8 Hours

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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

Explore Auckland's diverse landscapes and rich history on this comprehensive 8-hour scenic tour. Begin your day with a drive over the iconic Auckland Harbour Bridge, constructed in 1959, where you'll enjoy expansive views of the city and its surrounds. The journey continues through the charming streets of Devonport, Auckland's oldest North Shore suburb, known for its historic wooden villas and a laid-back atmosphere reminiscent of Sausalito.

As the tour progresses, you'll ascend Auckland’s highest volcano, offering a panoramic 360-degree view of the region. This extinct volcanic site merges natural beauty with historical significance, providing insights into Auckland's geographical formation. The tour also includes a visit to the lush countryside of West Auckland, a contrast to the urban scenery, where you'll experience the local wine culture with a tasting session in the renowned Kumeu Wine Trail.

Lunch is an opportunity to relax at Riverhead, a historic locale dating back to 1857. Overlooking the upper reaches of the Waitemata Harbour, this spot combines culinary delights with scenic beauty, though it's worth noting the meal cost is not included in the tour.

Throughout the day, your knowledgeable guide will ensure you're immersed in the cultural and natural heritage of Auckland, making this tour not just a sightseeing trip but an enriching journey through one of New Zealand's premier cities. Round-trip travel from your cruise ship is conveniently provided, ensuring a stress-free day exploring Auckland's top attractions.

What's Included

  • Pick Up/Drop Off dockside beside their cruise ship- at Queens Wharf or Princes Wharf.
  • 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
  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

    20 minutes

  3. 3

    Muriwai Gannet Colony

    The most western part of our tour, with views to the gannet colony and also with breath-taking views down the west coast of New Zealand and the Tasman Sea

    15 minutes

  4. 4

    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

  5. 5

    Achilles Point

    Steeped in history with spectacular Harbour Views

    15 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
  9. 9

    Kohimarama

    Another of Auckland's inner city beaches that was formerly the home of New Zealand native parera duck
  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
  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
  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
  15. 15

    Paritai Drive

    The richest street in Auckland and New Zealand offering breath-taking views over the Harbour and City
  16. 16

    Waimauku

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

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup available

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

Pickup details

Guests will be picked up and dropped off dockside beside their cruise ship either at Queens Wharf or Princes Wharf. Look out for our yellow Mercedes - Benz transportation

Or Meet At Meeting point

Princes Wharf

137-147 Quay Street, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

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Guests will be picked up and dropped off dockside beside their cruise ship either at Queens Wharf or Princes Wharf. Look out for our yellow Mercedes - Benz transportation

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

Additional Info

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Some easy walking is involved. Comfortable shoes recommended
  • 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
  • Minimum Age is 8 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.