Things to do in Auckland Central, North Island: The Best Tours

With its magical sandy beaches, Waiheke Island makes a favourite destination for an unforgettable getaway. Join us on this mesmerizing flight over the beautiful islands of the Hauraki Gulf as we land on the tranquil waters of Man O’ War Bay. Relax and wind down by enjoying a full range of award winning wines with a lunch platter. The Man O’ War vineyard provides a one-of-a-kind first class wine-tasting experience that is sure to leave you wanting to return again.

Inclusions: Scenic Flight, Lunch, Wine tasting, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Extra beverages and food can be brought.

The ultimate craft beer experience over 6 hours, visiting 4 unique locations. The tour commences with a beer and food paired lunch and includes tastings at the other locations. Also included is a behind the scenes brewery tour.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected), Live commentary on board, Local guide, Professional guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Beverages, Bottled water, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Lunch, Snacks

Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

This tour is your chance to get away from the city & experience this paradise we call home. If you're a nature nut, animal lover or you just love to get out for a walk among beautiful scenery this is the trail for you! It's a small group tour with no more than 6 people. Perfect if you are not into the "big tour bus" vibe. You'll see unique trees, bush & some pretty exotic bird life. As we stroll along the elevated board walk, we will hear bird song & get glimpses of birds you would not believe are so close to the city! We then head to a coastal walkway. Here you'll stroll along beautiful golden beaches then trek across ancient coastal lava flows. After all that & once you've worked up a hunger we'll deliver locally caught fish n' chips on the beach with a beer, cider or soft drink to wash it down. A classic kiwi picnic! No worries if your vege, just let us know. Go for a swim if you like in our clear blue waters while you wait for the Kai(food). I then drop you back to the city.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Fish and Chips on the beach, with your choice of drink. Be it a local beer, cider, wine or soft drink, or the classic water!, New Zealand beer or cider to wash down your lunch!, Private transportation

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Weta Workshop Unleashed is a wildly imaginative experience that invites guests of all ages into a fantastical film effects facility, inspired and built by the Academy Award-winning Weta Workshop. This pass will grant you access to Weta Workshop Unleashed and you will enjoy your extraordinary guided journey

Inclusions: Monsters, giants and robots – oh my!, Interactive gizmos & discombobulating displays, Fantastical set-pieces from the worlds of horror, fantasy and sci-fi, Eye-popping practical effects: discover how our crew design, build and bring them to life

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Enjoy this small group electric bike tour of Auckland, New Zealand's largest city. From the comfort of your saddle, you will see the iconic sights of Auckland city, as well as visiting some of the locals' favorite neighborhoods. This tour also includes the bike rental, a local guide, and has a maximum of 6 travelers per tour.

Inclusions: Experienced and engaging local guide, Use of a fantastic electric bike, Use of an urban cycle helmet, Use of a cycle-specific headset, for commentary as you ride, Small bag mounted on bike to store phones, camera etc, Use of a lightweight rain-jacket, only if needed! (we ride rain or shine in sub-tropical Auckland!), Souvenir photos

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities

Auckland is regularly voted as one of the most livable cities on Earth and this small group, guided electric bike tour is designed to showcase exactly why that title is deserved. A big part of what makes Auckland great is its wonderful and distinct neighborhoods, as well as the world-class eating, drinking, shopping and cultural experiences that are on offer. On this guided tour, ride around some of Auckland’s cool neighborhoods, that don’t always feature on the standard Auckland city tour routes – miss them at your peril! As well as showcasing the best of what Auckland has to offer, your experienced local tour guide will peel back the layers and provide you with a fascinating insight into the history and culture of the city. To top off the adventure, you are guaranteed some spectacular views that you might not otherwise see – perfect for the photographers among you. Use of a shiny electric bike and a helmet are included in the tour. The max group size is 6.

Inclusions: Experienced and engaging local guide, Use of a fantastic electric bike, Use of an urban cycle helmet, Use of a cycle-specific headset, for commentary as you ride, Small bag mounted on bike to store phones, camera etc, Use of a lightweight rain-jacket, only if needed! (we ride rain or shine in sub-tropical Auckland!), Souvenir photos, Local taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities

The Coromandel is a real Bucket List NZ destination! This Day Trip includes the classic must do's of Cathedral Cove/Narnia and Hot Water Beach. We give you 2 hours at Cathedral Cove, (time to explore, relax and swim if you choose) We alter our itinerary daily so you'll be at Hot Water Beach as close to low tide as possible. We provide shovels and help you to find the good places to dig your own natural spa. We also include the Mount Paku summit climb which larger tours can't access, and is a real favorite. Our day trips are small groups. (8 Max) plus a friendly guide to show you around. We go at a slow pace, and include time for lunch, so you can really enjoy, and soak up this beautiful part of the world. After a long day of epic views, and beautiful beaches we are sure you'll have a great night's sleep. Don't miss this once in a lifetime experience!

Inclusions: Pickup and drop-off from central Auckland Accom, Kiwi guide, Visit to Cathedral Cove, Visit to Hot Water Beach, Mount Paku Summit, Use of Shovels

Exclusions: Food and drinks, but great local breweries/cafes may be visited along the way

Enjoyable, informative and a great day out... Explore Auckland in small groups for a more personalised experience. An exceptional value, we offer a very comprehensive tour covering all the best sights, with plenty of stops for photos. • Discover our sparkling harbour, stunning beaches, historic buildings, leafy parks, Victorian suburbs, and bustling shopping areas. • Enjoy fantastic views from the top of our volcanoes. • Travel over the Harbour Bridge for great views of our city. • Learn about Auckland, the geography, history, and our way of life.  • Comfortable air-conditioned Mini-Bus takes you to a greater variety of sights.  • Choice of Morning or Afternoon Tour. 3.5 hours - 4 hours.  • Hotel pick-up from Central City Hotels, or from our convenient downtown departure point.  

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide with live commentary, Hotel pick up & drop-off (Inner city hotels only)

Exclusions: Gratuities

Join this tour to visit two of New Zealand’s most famous attractions, Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Caves, in one easy day trip from Auckland. Be fascinated as the magical world of Hobbiton comes to life and take photos in front of your favourite places like the Hobbit Holes, the Shire and the Green Dragon Inn. Then journey to the World Famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves and be captivated by the thousands of magical glowworms twinkling in the Grottos, the stalactites and stalagmites as you glide silently through the cave by boat. Marvel at the stunning scenery en route as we journey off the motorways into the real hinterland of New Zealand. All admission fees and lunch included.

Inclusions: Small-group tour (maximum of 14), Kiwi café-style lunch , Local driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off from downtown Auckland City, Local taxes, Admission ticket: Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified

Take a day trip to discover Waiheke - the world renowned 'Island of Wine'. Its right on Auckland's doorstep and just a 35 minute ferry ride across the sparkling waters of the Hauraki Gulf. In our seven years of operation we have met thousands of amazing people from all over the world,  treated them to lively commentary and introduced them to some of our quintessential boutique vineyards making delicious wines and offering outstanding tasting experiences. We are fired with a passion for this beautiful place, so come on over and we'll share our little piece of paradise and its secrets with you - your memories will be made of this!!

Inclusions: Scenic highlights tour and visits to three exceptional vineyards, Tasting fees for all wines (we prefer to visit vineyards where you will taste Waiheke Wines), Complementary chilled bottled water, 'Waiheke Island of Wine' guides with informative content about the islands wines and terroir, Full commentary - please note English speaking guides and commentary only, Complementary transfers to lunch and to the ferry afterwards, Chilled

Exclusions: Ferry fares, Lunch