Top North Island Port Pickup

Discover famous sites from Middle-earth on this Hobbiton™ Movie Set shore excursion from Port of Tauranga. Enjoy a guided tour of Hobbiton™, which featured in screen adaptations of Tolkien's epic novels. Also explore some natural highlights of the area, including McLaren Falls Park, Kaimai Mamaku Conservation Park, and a kiwifruit orchard—something that other Hobbiton™ tours miss out on.

Explore the best of Napier’s wine and craft beer scene on this small-group tour designed for both cruise ship passengers and land-based visitors. Visit either two Hawke's Bay wineries or one winery and a craft brewery for samples at each destination. This tour also includes a stop in Napier’s Art Deco center as well as pickup and drop-off from Napier Port or your accommodation, for added convenience.

Simplify your arrival in or departure from Auckland with a one-way private transfer between the airport and the city. Avoid navigating unfamiliar roads when you’re tired from a flight or anxiously lining up for a taxi when you have a flight to catch. You’ll be picked up in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan with plenty of space for bags and room for four adults, and child seats if you need.

Explore the enchanting Kawiti Family Glowworm Caves on a guided tour led by knowledgeable Māori guides. Experience the mesmerizing sight of thousands of glowworms illuminating the ancient limestone caves, creating a magical atmosphere reminiscent of a starry night. Nestled in the stunning native forest of Waiomio, this tour offers intimate access to a site managed by the descendants of legendary Māori chief Kawiti. With a maximum group size of just 11 guests in the vehicle enjoy a personal and immersive experience filled with rich stories, legends, and the cultural history of the area. - Guided tour through the breathtaking Kawiti Glowworm Caves - Maximum group size of 11 for a personal experience - Learn about the history and legends from knowledgeable Māori guides - Ideal for nature lovers and culture seekers alike

Travelers short on time in Auckland will enjoy this small-group half-day tour that includes the city’s must-see highlights. Learn more about the City of Sails and enjoy views of the Auckland Harbour Bridge, North Head Historic Reserve, Mt. Eden, and other attractions. The tour includes free hotel pickup and drop-off in the CBD and from nearby wharfs.

Not enough? Full-day must-see Auckland Nature&City Tour: https://www.viator.com/tours/x/y/d0-5637555P7 I offer customizable trip other than Auckland DM for more detail, https://www.instagram.com/nz.wildtour/ Why Choose This Tour? As a private tour, the experience is relaxed, flexible, and tailored to your interests. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a family, you'll enjoy a more personal and authentic experience while discovering some of Auckland's most beautiful locations.

This small-group adventure is an easy and efficient way to see the highlights of the Coromandel Peninsula—without spending hours planning an itinerary. Enjoy convenient hotel pickup from Auckland, then follow a well-paced itinerary featuring Hahei Beach, Hot Water Beach, and Cathedral Cove, with a delicious picnic lunch included along the way.

Enjoy flexibility and personalized attention from your guide on this private tour. You’ll join a group while touring the Hobbiton Movie Set, located in Matamata, and learn about the filming process for “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit” trilogies. Then head for Hunua Falls in Hunua Ranges Regional Park, a spectacular cascade formed as the Wairoa River courses through an ancient volcano. Round-trip transport from Auckland is included.

See and experience Hawke's Bay highlights on this half-day shore excursion designed for travelers with limited time. Explore Art Deco Napier and Hastings, learning about the events behind this artistic style. Continue to Bluff Hill and Te Mata Peak for stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes. The tour also includes a visit to Hastings, named NZ's best town, with drives through orchards and vineyards that explain the fruit industry.

Explore Cathedral Cove and the Te Whanganui-A-Hei Marine Reserve on this full-day tour of the Coromandel Peninsula from Auckland. Enjoy hotel pickup and round-trip transportation so you can focus on the scenery instead of driving. Take guided hikes through the wilderness, a dip in beachside hot springs, and other highlights including Mt. Paku and Hot Water Beach.

When your ship docks at Waitangi Wharf, explore the beautiful Bay of Islands and see the best of Northland. Travel through the Bay of Islands with your guide and take in top attractions including the Kawiti Glow Worm Caves, roaring Haruru Falls, and Manginangina Kauri Walk, where you can stroll among ancient trees. Also sample local sweet treats at the Makana Chocolate Factory.

Wellington, long-celebrated for its bohemian liberal arts and cafe culture, is fast-becoming renowned as New Zealand’s capitol of craft beer. Visit four Wellington and Hutt Valley breweries, tasting a range of tasty local beers at each establishment on this small group day tour designed for lovers of ales, stouts, lagers and everything hoppy in-between.

On this full-day tour from Tauranga, take a journey deep into Middle-earth—to the Hobbiton™ Movie Set—without the stress of driving yourself on unfamiliar rural roads. Be driven from Tauranga into the heart of the Waikato with a group and guide. Also spend some time in the secluded New Zealand bush at McLaren Falls Park and see the striking waterfall of the same name. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Enjoy a comfortable and stress-free private Auckland cruise transfer between your Auckland city hotel and the cruise terminal. Whether you are heading to your cruise ship or arriving in Auckland after your cruise, HOPinCAB provides reliable door-to-door transportation tailored to your group. Travel in a spacious, well-maintained vehicle with plenty of room for your cruise luggage. Our friendly, experienced local drivers assist with your bags and know Auckland’s cruise terminal areas and city routes, helping make your journey smooth and hassle-free. Unlike shared shuttle services, your transfer is private, with no unnecessary stops or waiting for other passengers. It’s a convenient option for couples, families and small groups looking for reliable Auckland cruise port transfers, hotel-to-cruise transfers, or cruise-to-hotel transportation. Relax after your cruise or start your holiday with confidence — we take care of the driving and your luggage, so you can enjoy Auckland.

There’s no need to choose between a trip to the black sand Piha Beach and the multi-tiered waterfalls of Kitekite Falls with this half-day small-group tour. Set out from Auckland and take in ocean and forest views as you travel through the Waitākere Ranges before stopping to stroll along the coastline and to take a bushwalk to the thundering falls.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at several “The Lord of the Rings” locations around Wellington that will delight fans of the movies or books. See where scenes were filmed, take a forest walk through Tolkien’s Rivendell, and step into Weta Workshop for a movie production tour of digital special effects. Your guide shares insider gossip on how the movies were made and takes you to lunch.

Instead of just setting out to explore the natural landscapes and landmarks near Napier, combine the trip with a culinary experience on this half-day small-group minivan tour. Listen to facts about the region from your driver-guide that most guidebooks miss before dining on a range of authentic snacks, from Te Mata figs to locally-sourced honey.

An hour or so north of Wellington, Martinborough is fast making a name for itself as one of the Southern Hemisphere’s leading wine regions. Each weekend, Wellingtonians make the trek over the Remutakas to escape to this European-style wine village. This small group tour is a convenient way to visit Martinborough. There’s no need to stress about driving on country backroads, and no need to plan the day’s itinerary - leaving you to focus on the wine and the iconic scenery.

Cruise ship passengers who want an active adventure while on land will love this white-water rafting expedition from Napier. The rapids are an easy class II, so even first-timers and older kids can join in. Admire the views of the native bush, listen to birdsong, and even go for a swim in the gentle river if you like. Photos of your trip will be provided after.

The Coromandel Coast Private Tour will take you to one of the most stunning areas of New Zealand. Formerly known largely for its Hardrock Gold Mining and Kauri, the Coromandel is now popular for tourism, especially ecotourism. Enjoy a boat trip to see the incredible islands, reefs, blowholes, bays and the impressive sea cave at Cathedral Cove, where parts of the Narnia film took place. This area is also home to various marine life, including dolphins, little blue penguins and fish (not guaranteed) Then take in the beautiful bush scenery on the 1-hour train ride at the Driving Creek Railway. Once at the top, you will be in awe of the panoramic views over the islands. Before you head back to Auckland, you will get the unique experience of digging your very own private natural spa pool at the famous Hot Water Beach. Note: we can also offer transfers to charter boats, seaplane or Helicopter on request. ** Note that the tour’s start time may vary based on tide times at Hot Water Beach.

Make the most of a short time on land with a handy shore excursion from the cruise port at Mt. Maunganui to geothermal Rotorua. Skip the big, impersonal group tours in favor of an intimate small-group tour. In Rotorua, spend the day at Te Puia, a park full of natural geothermal attractions, including the enormous Pohutu Geyser. Round-trip port transfers ensure you don’t get lost, or miss the boat.

Sip your way around Martinborough — a once sleepy colonial town that’s now a prominent wine village at the heart of the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail — on this private day trip from Wellington. Following hotel or port pickup and a scenic drive through the Wairarapa, you’ll visit three of Martinborough’s renowned wineries. Enjoy a guided wine tasting at each and a lunch platter with wine at Poppies Martinborough. Then, choose to continue hopping around Martinborough’s wineries or travel to nearby Greytown, whose pretty streets are thronged with cafes and antique stores.

This is Small group tour. If you're a fan of flowers, trees and nature, this is a must-have. We'll take you to Auckland's most famous parks, and gardens and wetlands. This garden is a hidden gem not sold by any tour operator. Even the journey itself is breathtakingly beautiful. If you're looking to get out of the city centre and into nature, this is a must. You won't regret it.