Top Auckland Full-day Tours - page 4

Combine adventure and relaxation into one full-day experience on this small-group tour from Auckland to Rotorua. Experience the geothermal wonders of Wai-O-Tapu, including the steaming vents and Champagne Pool. Then, unwind in private cedar hot tubs surrounded by native forest. Plus, enjoy the scenic drive—without having to navigate—and learn about Maori culture from your guide.

See Auckland your way on this private, customized tour. A local guide picks you up at the port or your hotel, then set out out on a full-day exploration of the city. Drive Queen Street and Tamaki Drive, visit scenic viewpoints, gardens, black-sand beaches, wineries and more. Let your guide know if you have specific things you’d like to see or do.

Planning a wine getaway from Auckland can be difficult without local knowledge. This full-day tour removes the guesswork, taking you to Matakana, a boutique coastal wine region north of the city. Visit local wineries to sample regional wines and learn about the varietals that thrive in the area’s fertile soils. Enjoy lunch at an award-winning winery restaurant, then continue with tastings at additional producers (exact itinerary depends on availability).

Follow an indigenous Maori guide around Auckland (Tamaki Makaurau) and the west coast of New Zealand on this full-day tour. Learn about Maori culture, myths, legends, and history. Lunch and round-trip transportation from your Auckland hotel included.

Explore the Shire and Middle-Earth on this full-day Hobbiton and Rotorua tour from Auckland. Travel through Waikato with a guide and admire panoramic views over the Hauraki Plains. Enjoy a guided tour of Hobbiton — made famous in the ‘Lord of the Rings’ and ‘The Hobbit’ movies. Learn how the set was created, and discover sites you love including the Hobbit holes, Green Dragon Inn, and the Mill. After lunch in Te Puia, enjoy a bit of sightseeing in Rotorua.

Simplify your arrival in Auckland and enjoy the reassurance of a private transfer from the airport to the city, or vice versa for the return trip. Your driver will be waiting for you in the airport arrivals area with a named sign. There’s no need to line up for taxis or self-drive after a long flight. Your driver will take you directly to your central-city hotel or the cruise port.

This small-group day trip from Auckland features the highlights of Rotorua. Visit the Māori Arts and Crafts Institute of Te Puia and tour the city with a knowledgeable guide. Opt for free time to explore on your own or upgrade with several options, including spa time, a Māori concert, geothermal wonders, or a walk among the redwood trees. A buffet lunch at Te Puia is included.

Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Caves Tour. "We can pick you up from the port or from the cruise, wherever you prefer within the Auckland City. We can wait while you finish checking out from the Cruise or Hotel and help you plan your day accordingly and try our best so you can enjoy your activities and return to the cruise before it leaves." Enjoy the Famous Hobbiton Movie Set for a Guided Tour, followed by a trip to the Waitomo Caves. -Explore the Hobbiton Movie Set, where parts of The Lord of the Rings movies were filmed. Visitors walk through the green hills of the Shire, see Hobbit holes, Bag End, and the famous Party Tree. The tour finishes at the Green Dragon Inn, a traditional Hobbit-style pub where guests can enjoy a complimentary drink -Take a boat ride to the glowworm grotto to see thousands of glowworms twinkling in the darkness. Waitomo Caves offer a unique and magical experience, combining natural beauty and geology. Thanks for giving me a Pleasure to take you around

The Coromandel Peninsula is a popular destination from Auckland, and you can see and do a lot in just one day on a private tour. Visit some of its top attractions, including the Thames Goldmine Experience and Driving Creek Pottery on the Driving Creek Railway. Learn about the peninsula’s history and admire its beautiful landscapes without having to self-drive.

German/English speaking Leave the crowds behind and experience New Zealand's ever changing scenery This tour will take you along the Matakana Wine trail to the breath-taking East Coast Regional Park, set on a remote Peninsula. We will walk along the Pacific Ocean's stunning coastline and experience some of the wider Auckland region's most beautiful beaches, rolling pastures, native coastal forest and regenerating wetlands (about 2 hours). Experience New Zealand's first open nature sanctuary, integrating conservation, recreation&farming. The pest-free habitat provides a safe home for threatened native wildlife…and who knows we might even spot some dolphins. Included in the tour package is a complimentary wine tasting at one of the award-winning vineyards. You will have the option to dine at the winery for lunch (at your own cost).  We will head to the 'Parry Kauri Park' where we will "meet New Zealand's green giants"! Qualmark Bronze Award-Light Footprint-Safe&Sound-Warm Welcome

Explore Rotorua’s highlights in one unforgettable day. Visit the crystal-clear Blue Spring, walk among the towering trees of the peaceful Redwoods Forest, and witness the colorful geothermal wonders of Waiotapu, including bubbling mud pools and the famous Champagne Pool. A perfect blend of nature, forest, and volcanic landscapes in one scenic journey.

See a side of the North Island that you’d struggle to experience on your own on this full-day small-group tour of the Bay of Islands. Hop aboard a minibus before transferring to a ferry to explore the region’s 144 islands, keeping an eye out for local marine wildlife, including dolphins and whales, along the way.

Fans of “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit” won’t want to miss this private day tour from Auckland to the Hobbiton™ Movie Set. After a hotel pickup, head south to the rolling farmland of the Waikato, the backdrop to some of the films’ most beloved scenes. Tour the hobbit holes on the movie set, learn more about movie-making history, and admire the beautiful landscape of Middle-earth.

Take a break from the big city on this winery and black-sand beach tour from Auckland. Visit Kumeu River Winery to learn about their prestigious winemaking history, and then stop off at two more wineries, with a chance to enjoy lunch at one (lunch and beverages not included). Finish at black-sand Muriwai Beach, one of West Auckland’s dramatic volcanic beaches. Hotel pickup and drop-off from select Auckland hotels simplifies your day.

Fans of “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit” will love seeing where movie-making history was made on a private day tour to the Hobbiton™ Movie Set. Don’t rent a car and brave Auckland’s highways as you’ll be picked up from your hotel and driven through scenic Waikato to Hobbiton™. Take fun photos of the hobbit holes, admire the countryside, and have a drink at the Green Dragon Inn.

Visit Waitomo Caves and get acquainted with Auckland, the so-called ‘City of Sails,’ on this private, full-day tour. After a panoramic tour of New Zealand’s largest city, you’ll be whisked away, past rolling hills, farmland and the Waikato River, to Waitomo Caves. Tour the cave network and learn about its history from your guide, then get up close to the glowworms during a magical boat ride through the Glowworm Grotto. This tour includes the services of your own personal guide and private vehicle.

Discover the natural beauty of the Bay of Islands during this 10-hour private tour from Auckland. Travel in a private vehicle with a dedicated guide to the northern tip of the North Island, one of New Zealand's top destinations, famed for its fantastic scenery. Visit the Parry Kauri Park to walk among some of the largest Kauri trees in the country. Trek around Whangarei, then head for the coastal town of Paihia. Opt for a cruise to Cape Brett Lighthouse and the famous Hole in the Rock. Determine your own itinerary and enjoy personalized attention on this private tour. Light refreshments and round-trip transportation from Auckland are included.

Fit far more into a one-day adventure than you could hope to on your own with this full-day small-group tour of the Auckland region’s west coast. Stroll along black sands at Muriwai Beach, gaze up at volcanic mountains at North Head Historic Reserve, sample locally made craft beers at Hallertau Brewery, and much more.

This special tour allows you to enjoy the magic of Hobbiton, nestled in New Zealand’s stunning countryside, for a whole day. Fans of "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit" can experience the filming set, strolling through charming Hobbit homes and gardens. Starting December 2023, you can experience the new "Beyond the Door" feature, which lets you step inside the Hobbit homes for a glimpse of their cozy interiors. To cap off the day, relax with a complimentary drink at the Green Dragon Inn. Perfect for movie fans and nature lovers alike, this tour promises a day filled with wonder and unforgettable experiences. **If you are arriving by cruise ship, please make sure to mention about it when sending booking request.** ＊＊The departure time is subject to change depending on the booking time of Hobbiton on that day. Please make sure to check message from us about Pick up time and reply.

Experience three New Zealand activities on a private tour around the Waikato from Auckland. Explore New Zealand's only commercial tea estate, where you can taste organic tea. Next, sit back on a guided group boat tour through the Waitomo Caves and gaze at a blanket of glow worms resembling a starry night sky. End at Otorohanga Kiwi House, where you get up close to New Zealand's native birds and reptiles.

Rotorua is a must-visit North Island destination but it can be stressful to drive there and back from Auckland if you’re short on time. Simplify your day with a full-day private tour to Rotorua from Auckland. Enjoy a traditional Māori welcome followed by a cultural show at Te Puia, then continue to the Kiwi House to admire New Zealand's national bird. Explore Whakarewarewa’s geothermal activity, and much more.

Visit luxurious Waiheke Island and taste its fine wines. Enjoy a short scenic ferry ride from Auckland City across the Hauraki Gulf to Waiheke Island. Explore the Island's best vineyards and enjoy tasting their wines. Next, enjoy a picnic lunch at one of the island's many beaches before cruising back to Auckland.

There’s no need to choose between a visit to the Hobbiton Movie Set, Waitomo Glowworm Caves, or Blue Spring with this full-day private tour. Discover how they made the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movies and combine the experience with a natural adventure, gazing up at bioluminescent glowworms lighting up dark caves in Waitomo, and peering out over pristine turquoise waters at Blue Spring.

Combine several experiences into just one tour on this full-day small-group adventure. Set out from Auckland and take in the dramatic scenery within the Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley, including hot springs and bubbling mud pools. Unwind with a relaxing stop at the Polynesian Spa near Lake Rotorua, and enjoy a traditional cultural performance at the Te Aronui a Rua meeting house.