Experience Auckland’s iconic Waitemata Harbour by jet boat. Meet your skipper and listen to a safety briefing before board the boat. The trip will take around 35 to 40 minutes, promising a uniquely Auckland hair-raising experience. Enjoy the thrills of fish tailing, unbelievable spins and awesome power brake tricks. Your captain will stop and talk about the iconic Chelsea sugar refinery and also the Harbour Bridge. If the timing is right, you may see someone doing a bungy jump from the bridge right in front of you. Your j ... more

Experience Auckland’s iconic Waitemata Harbour by jet boat. Meet your skipper and listen to a safety briefing before board the boat. The trip will take around 35 to 40 minutes, promising a uniquely Auckland hair-raising experience. Enjoy the thrills of fish tailing, unbelievable spins and awesome power brake tricks. Your captain will stop and talk about the iconic Chelsea sugar refinery and also the Harbour Bridge. If the timing is right, you may see someone doing a bungy jump from the bridge right in front of you. Your jet boat experience will also include a roundtrip ferry ticket to Devonport—a great day out in Auckland.

Please note: This tour involves a very limited amount of walking but some steps will be encountered in order to board the jet boat. There is an approximate walk of 500 yards to the ferry terminal. After signing in you will be given a life jacket, a poncho, and sunglasses to keep the sea spray out of your eyes. A group photo will be taken ready for viewing and purchase upon return (additional fee for photo purchase). If conditions preclude the stated itinerary, a scenic waterfront drive around Mission Bay and St Heliers Bay will be substituted. Minimum height is 45". (hide details)

On this walking guided tour you will be introduced to three of the city's most vibrant inner city foodie locations. Surrounded by beautiful heritage buildings, the Britomart precinct is full of eclectic cafes, restaurants and trendy bars and making it the hippest new district in town. The beautiful Viaduct Harbour features many award winning restaurants and the revitalized Wynyard Quarter shows off its new eateries and bars, open picnic spaces and Auckland's Seafood Market. Tastings include coffee, chocolates, baking treats, local produce, c ... more

On this walking guided tour you will be introduced to three of the city's most vibrant inner city foodie locations. Surrounded by beautiful heritage buildings, the Britomart precinct is full of eclectic cafes, restaurants and trendy bars and making it the hippest new district in town. The beautiful Viaduct Harbour features many award winning restaurants and the revitalized Wynyard Quarter shows off its new eateries and bars, open picnic spaces and Auckland's Seafood Market. Tastings include coffee, chocolates, baking treats, local produce, cheese, ice cream and premium NZ wine.

Please Note: Guests should be able to walk approximately one mile over paved surfaces. (hide details)

Welcome to Auckland, the City of Sails—New Zealand’s largest and most populous city and former capital. Today, you will explore this sprawling metropolis with its magnificent harbor from the comfort of an air-conditioned motor coach. Visit the Auckland Museum with its expansive display of Maori artifacts and culture, including a magnificent 82-foot war canoe and carved meetinghouse or marae. See the Scars of the Heart exhibition, which chronicles New Zealand's involvement in the major wars of the 20th ... more

Welcome to Auckland, the City of Sails—New Zealand’s largest and most populous city and former capital. Today, you will explore this sprawling metropolis with its magnificent harbor from the comfort of an air-conditioned motor coach. Visit the Auckland Museum with its expansive display of Maori artifacts and culture, including a magnificent 82-foot war canoe and carved meetinghouse or marae. See the Scars of the Heart exhibition, which chronicles New Zealand's involvement in the major wars of the 20th century. There are excellent film clips from World War I and II, as well as an informative audio-visual presentation in the Volcanoes Gallery, where you can experience a simulated earthquake and volcanic eruption. Drive through Parnell, one of Auckland's oldest districts, where restoration work created a busy shopping area that still retains the charm of a small village. Continue along Tamaki Drive to Okahu Bay, and the Savage Memorial park where you will have panoramic views over the harbour. On this picturesque drive you will see some of Auckland's finest residential homes. Returning to the city, you’ll pass the former America's Cup yachting village before crossing the Auckland Harbour Bridge, built in 1959 to link North Shore’s suburbs to Auckland city. (hide details)

Auckland magically combines modern and cosmopolitan influences with engaging Polynesian ways. Proceed through the central business district to the Auckland Domain's 200 acres of parkland in the heart of the city, with ponds, statuary, glass houses and a great variety of trees. Set within this idyllic retreat is the Auckland Museum, housing an impressive collection of Maori and Pacific Island artifacts. Museum guides will ensure you make the most of your visit. You will have plenty of time to admire the collection, including the ... more

Auckland magically combines modern and cosmopolitan influences with engaging Polynesian ways. Proceed through the central business district to the Auckland Domain's 200 acres of parkland in the heart of the city, with ponds, statuary, glass houses and a great variety of trees. Set within this idyllic retreat is the Auckland Museum, housing an impressive collection of Maori and Pacific Island artifacts. Museum guides will ensure you make the most of your visit. You will have plenty of time to admire the collection, including the Scars of the Heart exhibit, which depicts New Zealand's involvement in the major wars of the 20th century. From the museum, cross the Harbour Bridge—3,200 feet of steel linking downtown to the North Shore—on a round trip which will take you past Westhaven Marina. You'll view the thousands of pleasure boats that give Auckland its City of Sails name. Visit the North Shore with some free time in charming Devonport village. Next you will take the waterfront drive past the sandy beaches of Okahu Bay and Mission Bay. There will be photo opportunities and a chance to stretch your legs en route. Drive to the historic Parnell Village to see the beautiful rose gardens and a stop for free time before continuing to the airport, where you will be reunited with your luggage.

Please Note: This tour is only available to guests whose flight is at 7pm or later. (hide details)

Leave the bustle of the city and relax during a one-hour drive north through rolling green hills and past beautiful coastline. Your first stop is at the Honey Centre. Here you’ll find New Zealand's largest display of live bees and a huge range of honeys available for tasting, as well as honey mead and fruit wine. Next, visit a local vineyard and taste award-winning wines and local cheeses in a platter match. Nearby, in the heart of Matakana Coast Wine Country, you will experience the ideal combination of gou ... more

Leave the bustle of the city and relax during a one-hour drive north through rolling green hills and past beautiful coastline. Your first stop is at the Honey Centre. Here you’ll find New Zealand's largest display of live bees and a huge range of honeys available for tasting, as well as honey mead and fruit wine. Next, visit a local vineyard and taste award-winning wines and local cheeses in a platter match. Nearby, in the heart of Matakana Coast Wine Country, you will experience the ideal combination of gourmet food and retail therapy at the Morris & James Pottery outlet. A visual spectacle of layer upon layer of design and color greets you, from matt black to luscious red and every hue in between. Just browse or you have time to purchase a memento here. Lunch is at Mahurangi River Winery with its contemporary New Zealand architecture and wide pastoral views. Tour the winery and barrel room and sample their wine (made only from grapes grown on the property) before taking time to enjoy the local cuisine. From here head to the Brick Bay Sculpture Trail. Sample their handcrafted wines in the unique Glass House building before heading back to the city. The day is rounded off with a stop at Chocolate Brown—purveyors of outrageously fine chocolates.

Please Note: The vineyards/wineries visited may vary. Tour not suitable for wheelchairs. (hide details)

Private cars are ordered per vehicle (not per person), so only one person in the party need to order the vehicle.

Explore at your own pace with a private vehicle and English-speaking driver guide at your service. This exclusive tour is designed to allow you the chance to customize your time ashore and discover the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own vehicle. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary asho ... more

Private cars are ordered per vehicle (not per person), so only one person in the party need to order the vehicle.

Explore at your own pace with a private vehicle and English-speaking driver guide at your service. This exclusive tour is designed to allow you the chance to customize your time ashore and discover the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own vehicle. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore according to your own interests, and take in the sights at your own pace. See the famous sights, or go beyond to create your own intimate connections and unique cultural encounters.

Private Touring is recommended for the single/solo traveler, couples, family, friends, and special interest groups traveling together. It can also be an excellent choice for physically challenged guests.

Capacity: 2 guests
Your private party may be of any size up to the maximum capacity.

Please note: Private cars are ordered per vehicle (not per person), so only one person in the party need to order the vehicle. The price shown is the total cost for the vehicle and English-speaking driver guide. Entrance fees for attractions are not included. In many destinations, the number of vehicles available is extremely limited, so guests are encouraged to secure their private vehicle reservation as early as possible. (hide details)

Private cars are ordered per vehicle (not per person), so only one person in the party need to order the vehicle.

Explore at your own pace with a private vehicle and English-speaking driver guide at your service. This exclusive tour is designed to allow you the chance to customize your time ashore and discover the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own vehicle. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary asho ... more

Private cars are ordered per vehicle (not per person), so only one person in the party need to order the vehicle.

Explore at your own pace with a private vehicle and English-speaking driver guide at your service. This exclusive tour is designed to allow you the chance to customize your time ashore and discover the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own vehicle. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore according to your own interests, and take in the sights at your own pace. See the famous sights, or go beyond to create your own intimate connections and unique cultural encounters.

Private Touring is recommended for the single/solo traveler, couples, family, friends, and special interest groups traveling together. It can also be an excellent choice for physically challenged guests.

Capacity: 2 guests
Your private party may be of any size up to the maximum capacity.

Please note: Private cars are ordered per vehicle (not per person), so only one person in the party need to order the vehicle. The price shown is the total cost for the vehicle and English-speaking driver guide. Entrance fees for attractions are not included. In many destinations, the number of vehicles available is extremely limited, so guests are encouraged to secure their private vehicle reservation as early as possible. (hide details)

Private Vans are ordered per vehicle (not per person), so only one person in the party need to order the vehicle.

Explore at your own pace with a private vehicle and English-speaking driver guide at your service. This exclusive tour is designed to allow you the chance to customize your time ashore and discover the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own vehicle. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary asho ... more

Private Vans are ordered per vehicle (not per person), so only one person in the party need to order the vehicle.

Explore at your own pace with a private vehicle and English-speaking driver guide at your service. This exclusive tour is designed to allow you the chance to customize your time ashore and discover the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own vehicle. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore according to your own interests, and take in the sights at your own pace. See the famous sights, or go beyond to create your own intimate connections and unique cultural encounters.

Private Touring is recommended for the single/solo traveler, couples, family, friends, and special interest groups traveling together. It can also be an excellent choice for physically challenged guests.

Capacity: 6 guests
Your private party may be of any size up to the maximum capacity.

Please note: Private Vans are ordered per vehicle (not per person), so only one person in the party need to order the vehicle. The price shown is the total cost for the vehicle and English-speaking driver guide. Entrance fees for attractions are not included. In many destinations, the number of vehicles available is extremely limited, so guests are encouraged to secure their private vehicle reservation as early as possible. (hide details)

Private Vans are ordered per vehicle (not per person), so only one person in the party need to order the vehicle.

Explore at your own pace with a private vehicle and English-speaking driver guide at your service. This exclusive tour is designed to allow you the chance to customize your time ashore and discover the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own vehicle. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary asho ... more

Private Vans are ordered per vehicle (not per person), so only one person in the party need to order the vehicle.

Explore at your own pace with a private vehicle and English-speaking driver guide at your service. This exclusive tour is designed to allow you the chance to customize your time ashore and discover the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own vehicle. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore according to your own interests, and take in the sights at your own pace. See the famous sights, or go beyond to create your own intimate connections and unique cultural encounters.

Private Touring is recommended for the single/solo traveler, couples, family, friends, and special interest groups traveling together. It can also be an excellent choice for physically challenged guests.

Capacity: 6 guests
Your private party may be of any size up to the maximum capacity.

Please note: Private Vans are ordered per vehicle (not per person), so only one person in the party need to order the vehicle. The price shown is the total cost for the vehicle and English-speaking driver guide. Entrance fees for attractions are not included. In many destinations, the number of vehicles available is extremely limited, so guests are encouraged to secure their private vehicle reservation as early as possible. (hide details)

Travel through the city's central business district and downtown commercial center before traveling along the southern motorway past the southern suburbs and over the Bombay Hills. Descend into the Waikato River Valley and follow the course of the river through the fertile farmlands of the region to the coal-mining town of Huntly. Continue south past Taupiri (a mountain that is sacred to the Maori people) to the town of Ngaruawahia, the seat of the Maori King. From here travel by way of the rural township of Pirongia to Waitomo ... more

Travel through the city's central business district and downtown commercial center before traveling along the southern motorway past the southern suburbs and over the Bombay Hills. Descend into the Waikato River Valley and follow the course of the river through the fertile farmlands of the region to the coal-mining town of Huntly. Continue south past Taupiri (a mountain that is sacred to the Maori people) to the town of Ngaruawahia, the seat of the Maori King. From here travel by way of the rural township of Pirongia to Waitomo. This is where you will venture underground for a guided walk through the world-famous Waitomo Glow-Worm Cave, passing striking limestone formations that include the famous Organ and the lofty chamber called the Cathedral. You will come to a jetty deep underground, and step into a non-motorized longboat for perhaps the most intriguing part of your adventure—a ride in complete silence on an underground river. Your destination is a cavern spangled with the radiant blue/green bioluminescent lights of millions of tiny glow-worms. The worms are very sensitive to sound, and will extinguish their lights if you speak. This eerie, captivating experience is one you will remember forever. Leaving the caves, you’ll travel to Kio Kio, where Crosshills is located. This is the lovely home of Fraser and Debbie Robertson, whose English-designed garden is a delight to visit. Walkways lure you to explore each area further. A delicious home-cooked lunch is served at Crosshills.

Please Note: As parts of the caves at Waitomo are small and narrow, this tour is not suitable for guests who may be claustrophobic. There are approximately 200 steps located intermittently throughout the cave. Tour is not suitable for wheelchairs. The drive to and from Waitomo is approximately three hours each way. (hide details)

A scenic 30-minute drive from downtown Auckland brings you to the Arataki Centre, perched high in the Waitakere Ranges, where sweeping observation decks give breathtaking panoramic views from the Tasman Sea to the Pacific Ocean. Absorb the local history as you admire the magnificent traditional Maori carvings standing guard here. Next, you’ll head to the west coast to experience the power of the wild and rugged beauty this area holds. Feel the black sand beneath your feet as you stroll along some of the most awe-inspiring ... more

A scenic 30-minute drive from downtown Auckland brings you to the Arataki Centre, perched high in the Waitakere Ranges, where sweeping observation decks give breathtaking panoramic views from the Tasman Sea to the Pacific Ocean. Absorb the local history as you admire the magnificent traditional Maori carvings standing guard here. Next, you’ll head to the west coast to experience the power of the wild and rugged beauty this area holds. Feel the black sand beneath your feet as you stroll along some of the most awe-inspiring beaches the world has to offer. With your knowledgeable and experienced guide, your eco-tour continues to the lush rain forest where you’ll hear native birdsong as you tread the easy bush tracks that wend their way through New Zealand’s famous kauri trees and giant ferns.

Please Note: Not suitable for wheelchairs. (hide details)