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Overview

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.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Outside main entrance of SkyTower in Downtown Auckland. Please advise Downtown accommodation when booking - we can usually pick you up from your Downtown Auckland accommodation

Pickup Information

Please bring: outdoor clothing for the day’s weather conditions and sensible flat walking shoes, sun hat, sunscreen, your camera and a smile.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Lake Pupuke
See a beautiful volcanic crater lake in Takapuna, Auckland
Duration: 15 mins
2. Takapuna Beach
See Takapuna Beach, one of Auckland's finest beaches. Sometimes we stop there, sometimes we keen going
3. Westhaven Promenade
We usually stop here to take some iconic photos of Auckland and see the many boats in this beautiful marina
Duration: 10 mins
4. Auckland Domain
Stop at Auckland Domain and see the ancient volcanic caldera and Auckland Museum from the outside, which is built on the crater rim
Duration: 15 mins
5. Mission Bay
See one of Auckland's most popular, golden sand beaches
6. Tamaki Drive
Drive along one of the world's most beautiful city drives
7. Auckland Museum
We pass by Auckland Museum and usually stop for photos. Since Auckland Museum is very interesting, we suggest exploring it on another day, since visiting the inside of this museum is outside the scope of an Auckland sightseeing tour
8. Parnell
Drive through Parnell to see some of Auckland's most beautiful homes
9. Auckland Harbour Bridge
Drive across Auckland's iconic Harbour Bridge linking Auckland City to North Shore
10. Rangitoto Island
Views of Rangitoto Island from Auckland City
11. Titirangi
Drive through Auckland's last outpost Titirangi as we make our way to the beautiful Waitakere Ranges on Auckland's West Coast
12. Piha Beach
Visit iconic and volcanic, black sand Piha Beach, a world-renowned surf spot on Auckland's West Coast
Duration: 30 mins
13. Arataki Visitor Centre - Waitakere Ranges
Stop at Arataki Visitor Centre with stunning views of Auckland City in the distance (in clear weather) and the subtropical rainforest that surrounds it
Duration: 30 mins

Inclusion

Complimentary snacks, water, and lunch

Tours support local eco-cultural initiatives

Hotel or downtown Auckland pick-up and drop-off

Fully guided private tour in a luxury Mercedes vehicle

Exclusion

Personal expenses

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Minimum age is 4 years

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

Dress code is smart casual

Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements (note min pax number is only 2). In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

This tour does not operate on Christmas Day

Supplied by TIME Unlimited Tours

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