Shore Excursion: Auckland Scenic Full Day Tour - 8 Hours
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At a glance
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Price from
- $131 / person
- Location
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 16 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 14
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Auckland Scenic Tours
- Meeting point
- 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
Description
Popular Tour now released as a Shore Excursion.The most comprehensive Full Day 8 hour Auckland Tour available. See the top attractions of Auckland on this Full-Day Scenic Tour. Drive along Tamaki Drive by air-conditioned Mercedes with one of our guides renowned for their knowledge;discover the quaint village of 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 spectacular views over the City, inner Harbour ;also up Auckland's highest volcano,historic Mt. Eden;sip fine wines along the Kumeu Wine Trail.Visit the Auckland Domain, home to the Auckland Museum and 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 cruise ship
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:30 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Nov 5
- Adult (ages 16+)
- $131
- Youth (ages 9–15)
- $99
- Child (ages 4–8)
- $99
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- $99
Larger groups pay less per person.
In demand: 28 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 25.
Tour Options
Itinerary
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
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
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
Achilles Point
Steeped in history with spectacular Harbour Views
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
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)
Mission Bay
Soak up the stunning views of Auckland Harbour coastline flanked with our beautiful native pohutakawa trees
Kohimarama
Another of Auckland's inner city beaches that was formerly the home of New Zealand native parera duck
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
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
Tamaki Drive
Journey along this road built in 1931 offering magical views of inner Auckland
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
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
The richest street in Auckland and New Zealand offering breath-taking views over the Harbour and City
Waimauku
We enter the countryside of West Auckland where guests will see farms, livestock and marvel at the greenness of the pasture
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
What's included
Included
Transport by air-conditioned minibus
Driver/guide
Pick Up/Drop Off dockside beside their cruise ship- at Queens Wharf or Princes Wharf.
Wine-tasting
Not included
Lunch
Personal expenses
Pickup Locations & Times
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
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
16 reviews
How it compares in Auckland
- Starting price $131 is 62% below the typical $344 for tours of similar length in Auckland
Excurgo comparison of 898 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- 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.
- Guests arriving on a cruise ship-we pick up right beside the cruise ship-30 metres from where you exit the Customs Hall dockside. If you are leaving the cruise ship, we can store your luggage in our Mercedes luggage hold throughout the tour. Then at the end of the tour drop you off at your Auckland Hotel or at a taxi stand to enable you to get a taxi to the airport is you are flying out later in the day (we do not offer an airport drop-off service).
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Shore Excursion: Auckland Scenic Full Day Tour - 8 Hours take?
Shore Excursion: Auckland Scenic Full Day Tour - 8 Hours lasts about 8 hours. The itinerary has 16 stops.
How much does Shore Excursion: Auckland Scenic Full Day Tour - 8 Hours cost?
Prices start at $131 per person for this Auckland experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Shore Excursion: Auckland Scenic Full Day Tour - 8 Hours run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:30 AM.
How much does Shore Excursion: Auckland Scenic Full Day Tour - 8 Hours cost for children?
Children aged 4–8 pay from $99, adults from $131.
Does Shore Excursion: Auckland Scenic Full Day Tour - 8 Hours sell out?
It can: 28 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Shore Excursion: Auckland Scenic Full Day Tour - 8 Hours for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. 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 Pickup points include Auckland.
What languages is Shore Excursion: Auckland Scenic Full Day Tour - 8 Hours offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 14 participants.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Please note that there are 2 activities that require good walking ability. Unfortunately, our tour is not recommended for those with agility/mobility issues.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(16)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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