Top North Island Sightseeing Tours - page 7

Make the most of your time in Auckland with a private shore excursion that blends cultural immersion and sightseeing. Visit scenic city highlights including Bastion Point, Mt. Eden, and the Winter Gardens at the Auckland Domain, and learn about Māori heritage at the Auckland Museum with a cultural performance featuring the haka. Enjoy personalized attention on this private tour with convenient hotel or port transfers, so you don’t get lost.

Waiheke Island is a creative little community but many of the galleries and workshops are somewhat hidden. On a private guided art walk of the island you’ll be taken to some of the most interesting galleries, sculpture parks, and artist studios, all while enjoying the fresh air and views of the Hauraki Gulf and the beautiful island. It’s a gentle leisurely walk so is suitable for all kinds of travelers.

Skip the crowds this is a private tour for your group only! With a professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. You will have a chance to explore the city while hearing fascinating facts and legends. Auckland is a vibrant and diverse place where nature and urban life go hand-in-hand, with 48 volcanic cones and more than 50 islands. Why is Maungakiekie / One Tree Hill an important memorial place for Māori and other New Zealanders? You will be surprised after knowing the stories in the streets, buildings, and corners of Auckland. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. It is perfect for people visiting the city for the first time and who want to get the most out of it. * A local and charismatic guide will guide you. * You will hear the stories and legends of the city. * You will visit charming places.

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.

Get out of the city for the day and explore the natural and cultural beauty of North Auckland at Matakana. The seaside town is famous for its art galleries, local produce, and relaxed pace of life. Visit the Matakana farmers’ market (on Saturdays), tour the Sculptuream art park and restaurant, and sample locally made food and drinks, such as chocolate and wine.

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.

Experience Auckland's hidden gems on this walking tour through the city's lanes and other secret spaces. With a guide in the lead, you'll stroll through areas you might never find on your own while listening to commentary on the city's European and Māori history. Take a break for a barista coffee or hot drink. Traveling with a small group guarantees an intimate atmosphere.

Leave Rotorua for a short minute flight to White Island, New Zealand’s only active offshore volcano. Land in a helicopter and walk around the island before taking the scenic route back to Rotorua via Mt. Tarawera, the site of New Zealand’s largest eruption in human memory. Get a glimpse at the geothermal diversity of this region.

Travelers short on time in Auckland can still visit many of the city’s highlights on a comprehensive private tour. The itinerary is customizable to suit your needs but many travelers like to visit One Tree Hill, Mt. Eden, the Auckland War Memorial Museum, Parnell, and more. This five-hour tour is a handy way to orient yourself in the city if you’re at the start of a longer visit, too.

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.

Get out of Wellington city for the day and enjoy the rural atmosphere of Martinborough and the South Wairarapa wine country on this private full-day wineries tour. Over the day you’ll visit four wineries and enjoy tastings at each, plus a delicious lunch at one. The tour is customizable so you can request specific wineries in advance.

This guided night cycle tour is an ideal way to Auckland from a different perspective. The city is lit up at night with lots of interesting installations and scenic spots to admire the illuminated skyline. E-bikes make getting around effortless, and your guide keeps you safe on cycle paths and less busy roads. A small group size means you get personalized attention and can ride at your own pace.

Rotorua is known for its hot springs and geothermal activity, but without local knowledge, it can be tricky to know the best off the beaten path mud pools and thermal springs to visit. This small-group guided tour is the perfect solution. Travel in an air-conditioned minivan, and visit a selection of outdoor thermal sites—such as Te Manaroa Spring, Waikite Valley Thermal Pools, and Waiotapu Mud Pool.

Get out of Wellington city for the day on this exciting mountain bike outing on the Remutaka Cycle Trail, suitable for riders of all levels. Enjoy riding through bird-filled native forests, over bridges, and through rail tunnels at your own pace. Mountain bikes (pedal, not electric), gear, transport from central Wellington, and food are all taken care of so you can have active fun.

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.

A half day cruise on our spacious 18 meter vessel with 360° outdoor views. Comfortable fully enclosed seating downstairs and a large open sun-deck for wildlife watching. Some of the best marine diversity in New Zealand. Close-up encounters with seasonal marine wildlife – penguins, seals, dolphins, whales, sunfish, school fish, seabirds, sharks, turtles and orca. Onboard commentary and references with facts on the Bay and local marine wildlife. Photos of a lifetime!

Race on two wheels through native bush and back-country on Northland's east coast at the Waitangi Mountain Bike Park, a short drive north of Waitangi and Paihia. Hire a top-of-the-line mountain bike or e-bike and ride like the wind around some of the park’s trails. Choose from over 20 trails—some suitable for beginners, others ideal for more experienced riders.

Get out of Auckland for the night, away from the harsh neon lights, and experience a natural light party on this kayaking adventure. Paddle along the northern coast of Auckland and witness the bioluminescent plankton that live in the ocean. Watch as it lights up the beach at night, with only the sounds of the Hauraki Gulf and the native birds in the background.

Explore New Zealand's beautiful scenery on a unique one-day tour package! Immerse yourself in the magical world of Hobbiton Film Set, where the charm of the Shire comes to life. Then enjoy the pure and serene beauty of Blue Spring. Finally, immerse yourself in the mystical world of Waitomo Caves. Sparkling fireflies light up the darkness and create a wonderful underground world. Join us for a day filled with adventure, wonder, and lasting memories. Our tour is a small group tour of the three most famous places in New Zealand's North Island, so it is difficult for an individual to go because each is far away. Rather than a group tour, it is a private tour for families, friends, couples, and newlyweds, and is the most memorable experience in New Zealand. We provide tours that will leave you with precious memories. Make precious memories with your loved ones!!

This informative and historical self-guided audio tour of the Napier Earthquake will take you on a journey to the past to see the areas that were devastated by the 1931 earthquake in Hawke's Bay and how they have recovered. Perfectly suited for discovery on foot, our self-guided audio tour allows you to set the pace and explore at your leisure as you uncover the stories of this exciting city. To discover this wonderful city in your own time and at your own pace just download this self-guided audio tour, pop in your headphones, open the map that comes with your download and start walking. The tour will take approximately two hours, but you can pause the audio guide when needed. Grab a bite to eat or do some shopping along the way. Please note that this tour is only available in English.

Experience for yourself why Auckland is ranked as one of the world's most livable cities. Explore some of the city's many beaches and its native rainforest and learn about its cultural history. Have panoramic views from the summit of our highest volcano, Mt Eden and the Harbour Bridge, the CBD, Bastion Point and more.

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.

Nature lovers won’t want to miss this day trip from Auckland that combines two top North Island attractions: Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari and the Waitomo Caves. Enjoy a guided tour and picnic lunch at one of New Zealand’s largest pest-proof wildlife sanctuaries. Then, head to the Footwhistle Glowworm Cave for an underground tour. Escape the crowds as this cave is less-visited than some others.

Escape the crowds and get off the beaten track on this exclusive glowworm cave tour based out of a family farm. This private tour is tailored to your group and lets you move at your own pace through the caves. See the mesmerizing glowworm displays and traverse the caves with your knowledgeable guide, with equipment provided. Don’t forget your camera on this intimate tour through this stunning natural wonder.