5 Walking Tours in North Shore That You Shouldn't Miss

January 15, 2022 Oliva Fomby

Discover the best top things to do in North Shore, New Zealand including Full-Day Milford Sound Hiking Tour with Cruise, Full-Day Routeburn Track Key Summit Guided Walk from Te Anau, Auckland Lights - City Night Tour, Auckland City Highlights, Afternoon Beach & Rainforest Tour, Auckland City Small-Group Morning Discovery Tour.
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1. Full-Day Milford Sound Hiking Tour with Cruise

Fiordland Community Events Centre, 20-22 Luxmore Drive, Te Anau 9600, New Zealand Trips & Tramps
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Enjoy a friendly, small group (maximum 15 people) day excursion to Milford Sound from Te Anau, including a small boat cruise along the full length of the fiord and out to the Tasman Sea. Our relaxed timetable ensures plenty of opportunities for guests to enjoy short walks, photographic stops and exploration with the nature guide. Plus, from November to April guests can select 2 ½ hours hiking (unguided) on the renowned Routeburn Track to Key Summit.

Inclusions: Afternoon or morning tea, Local driver/guide, Te Anau accommodation pickup and drop-off (if advised), Sightseeing boat cruise, Guided and Self-Guided Walking tours, Modern air conditioned minivan (max 15)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Queenstown pick ups - the tour departs from Te Anau

Reviewed By mike61119

Fabulous trip to Milford Sound today. Andrew's commentary and knowledge of the area was outstanding. Would definitely use Trips and Tramps again. Highly recommend for those looking to book in Fiordland. ????????????????????

2. Full-Day Routeburn Track Key Summit Guided Walk from Te Anau

Fiordland Community Events Centre, 20-22 Luxmore Drive, Te Anau 9600, New Zealand Trips & Tramps
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4.9 based on 7 reviews

Experience a full-day guided walk on one of New Zealand's premier Great Walks - the Routeburn track, including Key Summit.  Tour departs from Te Anau, with a drive along the Milford Road to the track.  Ascend through lush forest and into a unique alpine herb field offering panoramic views, this walk offers an incredible day out in the heart of New Zealand’s Southern Alps.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Afternoon tea, Hotel pick-up and drop-off from Te Anau accommodation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Walking poles or rain jacket available if required, please let the operator know in advance if required.

Exclusions: Please bring some with you., Bottled water

Reviewed By mike61119

Fabulous trip to Milford Sound today. Andrew's commentary and knowledge of the area was outstanding. Would definitely use Trips and Tramps again. Highly recommend for those looking to book in Fiordland. ????????????????????

3. Auckland Lights - City Night Tour

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4.8 based on 5 reviews

The perfect way to spend your evening in Auckland. Join your Tour Bro. on a night time adventure through the bright lights of Auckland. Summit our favourite volcanoes and viewpoints to take in the glorious vistas of Auckland at night. Be sure to dress warm and bring your camera for a fantastic evening with your Tour Bro. To ensure your tour is intimate and personalised our maximum group size is capped at four travellers, plus your local expert Tour Bro.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Professional guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Complimentary Wifi, Umbrella

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By StephsFamilyHolidays

Brilliant experience from first contact through email to the half day 1pm-6pm tour itself. Syrus, our initial contact, ended up being our tour guide as well and he was amazing: helpful, knowledgeable and on the day was friendly, informative, a great photographer and thoughtful - for instance, he kept an easy walking pace for my parents who are in their sixties. With a toddler and 3 adults, it was only a few extra dollars to book a private tour and I'm so glad we did. It was great to pick and choose the tourist spots to go to without the confines of a set-in-stone itinerary and though the plan was to see two waterfalls and two beaches, this turned out to be a bit over-ambitious on my part! Syrus was really flexible on the day though and happy to go at a much more leisurely pace and we ended up going to Kite Kite falls and the black sand beach. On the way there, there were stop offs at some beautiful scenic spots and though a late request on our part, an afternoon tea break was even slotted in at a lovely cafe just before it closed. The walk to Kite Kite falls took about an hour with a toddler - bring a carrier to make the walk quicker and easier as there are stairs. Bring a spare towel and flip flops for when you get to the waterfall, too. The beach has a car park right next to it and there's a cafe to stop off for a drink, chips or some ice cream. The private vehicle came with a baby car seat and it was comforting to know the car journey was only 40 minutes away from Sydney where pick up and drop off from our accommodation was included. Based in Auckland, this was one of the very few tours available which is less than an hour from the city. And doing a private tour meant the afternoon of sightseeing was done at a much more relaxed pace making it all the more enjoyable and so memorable. I'd completely recommend Syrus from Tour Bro. and would very happily use them again - perhaps for our future South Island trip :)

4. Auckland City Highlights, Afternoon Beach & Rainforest Tour

SkyCity Auckland, Victoria Street &, Federal Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand Bush and Beach
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4.6 based on 65 reviews

This tour combines the very best of Auckland city in the morning, with the best of Auckland nature in the afternoon. The Auckland City tour is an easy morning introduction to the diverse city of Auckland. The tour has plenty of photo opportunities and includes views from Mount Victoria in Devonport, which are not to be missed! The afternoon nature tour is a great introduction to New Zealand's nature and visits some of the stunning rainforest scenery, as well as the glorious Piha Beach. Easy walking tracks and dramatic coastlines are only a short drive from Auckland's city centre. Our experienced guides and small group size means you will be well looked after. In the afternoon we also include a New Zealand style afternoon tea including biscuits/cookies and tea, coffee or juice.

Inclusions: Auckland city centre hotel pickup and drop-off, Join our local guide for a 3 hour small group city tour in the morning before an afternoon in nature, Visit Piha Beach, Enjoy a walk in the rainforest, just 45 minutes from Auckland City, Afternoon tea refreshments included, GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Exclusions: Lunch (can be purchased - a small amount of cash is required), Gratuities

Reviewed By Excursion92822

A fabulous tour. Picked up on time (if a little early thank you), a fascinating trip down with plenty of information and arrived in time for the first tour of Hobbiton. What a fascinating place and attention to detail amazing. Lunch and then back to Auckland on a different route with more interesting discussion. Would highly recommend this professional and friend,y tour company.

5. Auckland City Small-Group Morning Discovery Tour

SkyCity Auckland, Victoria Street &, Federal Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand Bush and Beach
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Discover the best sights of Auckland City from Queen Street through to the central business district. Visit Auckland's largest inner city park, Auckland Domanin, home to the Auckand Museum and Wintergardens. Enjoy the picturesque and historic suburb of Ponsonby before heading over the Harbour Bridge to Auckland's North Shore. Stroll on a beautiful white sand beaches and feel the sand between your toes. (there is time here for morning tea (own cost). Visit the summit of Mt Victoria for stunning panoramic views of Auckland City and historic Devonport before returning to the central city and Westhaven Marina - the largest yacht marina in the Southern Hemisphere.

Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned mini-coach, Local guide, Inner city Auckland hotel pick up and drop off

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By Excursion92822

A fabulous tour. Picked up on time (if a little early thank you), a fascinating trip down with plenty of information and arrived in time for the first tour of Hobbiton. What a fascinating place and attention to detail amazing. Lunch and then back to Auckland on a different route with more interesting discussion. Would highly recommend this professional and friend,y tour company.

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