Following a pickup at your Auckland hotel at approximately 8am, take a seat in your air-conditioned minivan for the onward journey through the city to the North Shore. Along the way, enjoy sweeping views over Waitemata Harbour and Auckland Harbour Bridge.

During your 8-hour tour, take in top Auckland attractions including Devonport, Mission Bay, North Head and scenic Tamaki Drive. Gaze out over the coastal landscape to volcanic Rangitoto Island from vantage points such as Achilles Point and Bastion Point, and listen as your guide sheds light on Auckland’s highest volcano on the isthmus, Mt. Eden

Watch native birdlife at the gannet colony at Muriwai Beach on Auckland’s West Coast, and soak up the hustle and bustle of city life along the golden shopping mile of Parnell Road. Afterwards, visit some of the fertile vineyards along Auckland’s Kumeu Wine Trail and sample the diverse wines in production.

After eight hours exploring the top attractions and hidden secrets of the New Zealand capital, return in comfort to your Auckland hotel to bring your tour to an end.

Points of Interest

• Queens Wharf

• Princes Wharf

• Dockside pick-up/drop-off at Queens Wharf or Princes Wharf
• Air-conditioned minibus transportation
• Knowledgeable driver/guide
• Wine-tasting experience

• Lunch
• Personal expenses

Popular Tour now released as a Shore Excursion.The most comprehensive Full Day 8 hour Auckland Tour available. See the top attractions of Auckland on this Full-Day Scenic Tour. Drive along Tamaki Drive by air-conditioned Mercedes with one of our guides renowned for their knowledge;discover the quaint village of Devonport,Mission Bay and gaze over the coastal scenery from Achilles Point. Travel to the top of 2 of Auckland’s volcanoes for stunning 360 degree views; North Head, a volcano with the most spectacular views over the City, inner Harbour ;also up Auckland’s highest volcano,historic Mt. Eden;admire native birdlife at Muriwai and the spectacular rugged coastline with black sand beaches; sip fine wines along the Kumeu Wine Trail.Visit the Auckland Domain, home to the Auckland Museum and the 2 stunning Wintergardens and Fernery. Enjoy our historic lunch stop in Riverhead. Marvel as we journey into the lush countryside.This 8-hour tour includes round-trip travel from your cruise ship

• Some easy walking is involved. Comfortable shoes recommended
• 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
• Minimum Age is 8 years
• We can provide this tour to groups larger than 14 by discussions with Viator and ourselves

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