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Half-Day: Small Group Auckland Scenic Tour - 4 HOURS

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Auckland, New Zealand
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4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Join this half-day Scenic Tour if you want to see as much of Auckland as possible in a time frame that suits you. Perfect for those who might not have a lot of time, this tour will ensure you are able to see the absolute best scenic and iconic Auckland sights. Free pickup and drop-off to all central Downtown Auckland hotels and cruise liners with a maximum of 14 people per tour to guarantee a personal and comfortable experience.

What's Included

  • Central hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Local taxes
  • Local driver/guide
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Minimum age is 10 years
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Meeting and Pickup

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We pick up ONLY at all Downtown CBD Accommodation (Hotels, BNBs, Backpacker Hotels etc); also from the cruise ship terminals. We do not pick up from the suburbs of Auckland.Adina Apartment Hotel, 2 Tapora Street Air BNBs- all Downtown CBC BNBs Airedale Suites, 380 Queen Street Ascotia off Queen Attic Backpackers, 31 Wellesley Street West Auckland City Hotel, 157 Hobson Street Auckland Harbour Suites Avani Metropolis Backpackers-all CBD locations Barclay Suites Choice Backpackers, 10 Wellesley Street East City Life Copthorne, 150 Anzac Avenue Cordis Hotel, 83 Symonds St Crowne Plaza De Bretts Hotel Dilworth Building Apartments Empire Apartments Fable Hotel Gamma Hotel Grand Chancellor, 1 Hobson Street Grand Millennium Haka House, 5 Turner Street Haka House, 373 Karangahape Rd Heritage Hilton Hotel on Princes Wharf Hobson Lodge, 224 Hobson Street Holiday Inn Express, CBD Ibis City (Wyndham Street) Imagine Intercontinental Hotel on Quay Street (1 Queen Street) Kiwi International, 411 Queen Street Lylo, 54 Cook Street Marriott Hotel, 22 Albert Street Mercure Auckland, 500 Queen St Metropolis (Avani Metropolis) MSocial Nesuto Stadium Apartment Hotel, 40 Beach Road Nesuto St. Martins, St. Martins Lane Newton Lodge, 27 Cross Street Park Hyatt, 99 Halsey Street President Hotel Princes Wharf Apartments Pullman Quadrant Hotel & Suites Quest (all CBD locations) Ramada Suites, 147 Victoria Street Rydges Sebel (both Viaduct Harbour and Quay West) Sebel Manukau, 16 Lakewood Court, Manukau-for those staying near the airport Sky City Grand Sky City Hotel Sofitel SO Hotel, cnr Customs Street and Gore Street Star Park Apartments, 30B Swanson St Star Queen Apartments, 438 Queen Street Star Victoria Apartments, 64 Federal Street Sudima, 63-67 Nelson Street Swiss bel Suites, 206 Victoria Street West Travelodge, 110 Packenham Street West, Wynyard Quarter Voco Hotel, Wyndham Street VR Auckland City, 188 Hobson Street VR Queen Street, 401 Queen Street

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Auckland Harbour Bridge (pass by)

Built in 1959, this affords spectacular 360 degree views and photo opportunities of Auckland as we travel across the bridge to the North Shore of Auckland
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Devonport

This is arguably the quaintest township in Auckland and dating back to 1850, the oldest on the North Shore that people liken to Sausilito in San Francisco. Marvel at the 5,000 odd villas as we explain how to tell their age
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North Head Historic Reserve

Steeped in history and we explain this as formerly this was an underground township (during the 2nd World War and the 1880s) with a labyrinth of tunnels. Affords spectacular 360 degree views of Auckland City and the Hauraki Gulf
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Mount Eden

The highest point on the isthmus of Auckland at 196 metres. Journey to the top and marvel at the most spectacular 360 degree views of Auckland.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Tamaki Drive (pass by)

Marvel at the beauty of Auckland's inner City beaches and the beautiful native Pohutakawa trees that flank the coastline
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Paritai Drive (pass by)

The richest street not only in Auckland but New Zealand that additionally offers spectacular views over Okahu Bay and Auckland Harbour
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Mission Bay (pass by)

Marvel at the old stone cottage constructed by Bishop Selwyn in 1848 with volcanic rock as you journey through one of the quaintest coastal suburbs in Auckland as you journey to Kohimarama
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Achilles Point

One of the most historic places in Auckland; but also affords the most spectacular views of the Auckland Harbour and the Hauraki Gulf
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Orakei Basin - not Orakei Korako! (pass by)

One of 3 crater lakes in Auckland as we explain its history and significance
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Remuera

Marvel at the homes in the richest suburb of not only Auckland but New Zealand as we explain the types of timber used in their construction and how to tell their age
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Parnell (pass by)

Marvel at the golden mile of Parnell, the oldest suburb of Auckland dating back to 1841
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A maximum of 14 people per booking(We can provide this tour to groups larger than 14 by discussions with [BRAND] and ourselves)
  • A small amount of easy walking is involved. Comfortable shoes recommended
  • Please note that there are 2 activities that require good walking ability. Unfortunately, our tour is not recommended for those with agility/mobility issues.

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Half-Day: Small Group Auckland Scenic Tour – 4 HOURS?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Central hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Local taxes
  • Local driver/guide
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Minimum age is 10 years

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • A maximum of 14 people per booking(We can provide this tour to groups larger than 14 by discussions with Viator and ourselves)
  • A small amount of easy walking is involved. Comfortable shoes recommended
  • Please note that there are 2 activities that require good walking ability. Unfortunately, our tour is not recommended for those with agility/mobility issues.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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