All Auckland Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026 - page 2

Waitomo Caves, Rotorua and Te Puia Small Group Tour from Auckland

13 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience the best of New Zealand on full-day tour that combines two incredible destinations in one comprehensive tour. From Auckland, enjoy a scenic drive to the Hobbiton Movie Set. Once arrived, hop aboard one of the official Hobbiton buses and immerse yourself in the magic of Middle-earth. Embark on a behind-the-scenes tour of the movie set, with fascinating insights and little-known facts provided by your guide. Explore the charming Hobbit Holes, admire The Mill and The Double Arched Bridge, and enjoy a complimentary drink (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) at the Green Dragon Inn. Next up, journey to Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Embark on a guided tour inside the Famous Waitomo Grotto—including a boat ride along the underground Waitomo River.

Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience Auckland's stunning skyline and iconic landmarks from the water on a 1.5-hour scenic cruise with The Red Boats. Glide across the picturesque Waitemata Harbour on one of or iconic wooden vessels while enjoying informative commentary about the area's history and highlights. With comfortable indoor and outdoor seating, this cruise is ideal for taking photos or simply relaxing amidst breathtaking views. A fully licensed bar is available on board for drinks and snacks, making it perfect for families, tourists, and group outings. All cruises are subject to weather and sea conditions. For your safety and comfort, itineraries may be adjusted if required.

Scenic Harbour Cruise in Auckland

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Auckland Sunset Harbour Cruise

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Leave Auckland city behind on an easy day trip to the Bay of Islands with pickup and drop-off from four central Auckland CBD hotels. Admire the views on the drive north, stopping to take photos. Enjoy a leisurely 4.5-hour cruise throughout the Bay of Islands with live commentary. This tour suits travelers short on time wanting to experience northern New Zealand's natural beauty without the hassle of driving.

Group tour to Bay of Islands return from Auckland

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Ideal for fans of “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit,” this tour from Auckland to the Hobbiton™ Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves starts with a scenic drive through the Waikato countryside. Take an underground boat ride on the Waitomo River, then learn about movie-making history at Hobbiton. A picnic lunch and a complimentary drink at the Green Dragon Inn are included for your convenience.

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch

12 hoursFree Cancellation

6 Hours Sightseeing Tour in Auckland

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Māori Cultural Experience: Living Taonga Taonga is the Māori word meaning treasure, or something prized. Māori culture is a living taonga of Aotearoa New Zealand. At Auckland Museum, immerse yourself in Māori culture with a powerful performance led by esteemed indigenous artists and orators. Experience the beauty of traditional waiata (songs), the skill of poi, and the enduring spirit of the Māori people through storytelling and dance. Discover the origins and meaning of the world-famous haka, a commanding ritual that showcases strength, unity, and identity. Your ticket also includes general admission to Auckland Museum, where you can explore world-class exhibits on natural history, New Zealand heritage, and treasured taonga (cultural treasures). This authentic cultural experience is perfect for travelers seeking a genuine introduction to Māori traditions and history. PLEASE NOTE: Māori Court & Pacific Galleries are temporarily closed due to essential maintenance work.

Māori Cultural Experience & Auckland Museum General Admission

45 minutes to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Visit two of the North Island’s most popular attractions in one day on this small-group tour from Auckland. First, hear behind-the-scenes stories from the making of "The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit” films on a guided tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set. In the afternoon, continue to Rotorua to explore the city and visit the Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland where highlights include geysers, volcanic mud pools, and geothermal craters.

Hobbiton, Rotorua and Waiotapu Small Group Tour from Auckland

13 hoursFree Cancellation

Auckland's Wild West Coast & Black Sand Beaches Tour inc Lunch

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Tiritiri Matangi Island Discovery - from Auckland

5 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Certain waters near Auckland offer a hidden attraction to delight unsuspecting travelers. On this guided kayak tour, paddle out off the shore of Auckland at night and watch as the waves start to light up as you glide through the waters, lit up by bioluminescent plankton which swirl with blue light when disturbed. This easy, 2-hour tour is not recommended for travelers with back or heart problems or other serious medical conditions.

Auckland Bioluminescence Kayak Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Journey from Auckland to the enchanting Hobbiton™ Movie Set on a full-day tour. Enjoy a scenic drive with photo stops before immersing yourself in the world of Middle-earth. Explore the famous hobbit holes on a guided tour, then unwind with a drink at the Green Dragon Inn. With hotel pickup, Hobbiton guide, and all entry fees included, this tour offers a seamless experience for film lovers and adventurers alike.

Hobbiton Movie Set Signature Day Tour From Auckland

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Spend an afternoon on a food and walking tour of Auckland, discovering parts of the city that most first-time visitors miss out on. Stroll past city architecture while nibbling on sweet and savory treats along the way with a guide who takes care of navigating. Visit local producers of artisan wine, beer, ice cream, and other world-class offerings from Auckland's finest food purveyors and learn more about Auckland’s culinary culture as you go.

Auckland: Flavours of our City Food Walk

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Wētā Workshop Unleashed is an immersive, guided experience at Auckland's SkyCity, created by five-time Academy Award-winning Wētā Workshop. On this interactive tour, you'll go behind the scenes of practical filmmaking and see how props, creatures and special effects are made. The experience takes you through three original film worlds - fantasy, science fiction and horror. Led by entertaining hosts, you'll explore detailed movie sets, get hands-on with practical effects, and come face-to-face with creatures, robots and larger-than-life characters built by the Wētā Workshop crew. Photography and video are welcome throughout, so you can capture and share your visit. Suitable for film fans, families and creative minds, Wētā Workshop Unleashed is a hands-on alternative to a traditional museum and a unique thing to do in Auckland. Your ticket includes a complimentary souvenir video.

Auckland: Wētā Workshop Unleashed Interactive Movie Experience

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Get ready for an exciting Small Group tour that takes you to Auckland's hottest and most stunning spots! Experience the breathtaking scenery of ancient volcanic craters, soak in the panoramic views of the city, and unwind on Auckland's most famous beaches. This adventure is all about discovering the best of Auckland just for you. - Pickup and Dropoff at your place - Choose between a morning or afternoon departure - Get insider tips and experience memorable local traditions - For afternoon tours, we can visit an ancient New Zealand Kauri forest instead of Devonport

Auckland Essentials Half Day Tour - Devonport & Mt Eden and more

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Enjoy an America’s Cup sailing experience aboard an authentic racing yacht on Auckland's scenic Waitemata Harbour. Feel the exhilaration of yachting as you take the helm and participate with the professional crew, or just sit back and soak up the harbor views. No sailing experience is necessary and this is a fun activity for keen sailors and complete beginners alike. Wet-weather jackets and sunscreen keep you comfortable.

America's Cup Sailing Experience on Auckland's Waitemata Harbour

America's Cup Sailing Experience on Auckland's Waitemata Harbour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

All Blacks Experience: Interactive Guided Cultural Tour

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Maximize your stay in Auckland with a full-day combo tour to two of the North Island's top attractions: the Hobbiton™ Movie Set and Rotorua’s Te Puia Geothermal Park. Depart from Auckland after a hotel pickup for a scenic drive to Hobbiton, where you enjoy a guided tour of the famous film set. Then take in the geothermal activity and Māori culture of Te Puia, an only-in-New-Zealand experience.

Hobbiton, Rotorua and Te Puia Small Group Tour from Auckland

13 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience the best views of Auckland from a different angle that most travelers miss when you go tandem skydiving from as high as 18,000 feet (5,486 meters). Freefall for 75 seconds at speeds of over 125 miles (200 kilometers) per hour before your instructor pulls the ripcord. Soak up stunning coastal views of rainforests and beaches from above. Free pickup is available from Auckland City, subject to availability.

Auckland: 13,000, 16,000 or 18,000ft Tandem Skydive

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover New Zealand’s iconic Piha Beach on our West Coast Discovery tour! Starting with a pick-up from the 4 hotels listed in Auckland CBD, enjoy a 30-minute scenic drive through the Waitakere Ranges. Our first stop is the Arataki Visitor Centre, where you’ll learn about New Zealand’s native trees and enjoy sweeping views over the ranges—an ideal start to exploring the west coast. Next, we take a 20-minute drive to Karekare Waterfalls, where a short, easy walk leads you to this stunning natural site, perfect for photos. Then, we head to the famous Piha Surf Beach, known for its black iron-sand and thrilling waves from the Tasman Sea, where you can go for a swim or just relax and enjoy the stunning views. Be sure to visit Lion Rock, located at the heart of the beach, for breathtaking views and unforgettable photo opportunities. After that, we head back to Auckland CBD.

West Coast Discovery Tour

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Auckland’s North Shore suburbs of Devonport and Takapuna offer volcanic landscapes and secret coastal spots with Māori heritage, but it can be a hassle to get there on public transportation. On this afternoon minivan tour from Auckland, admire Pupuke explosion crater lake, explore North Head Volcano tunnels, and enjoy Auckland city skyline views. Hotel or port transfers are included for convenience.

Volcanoes, Coasts, and Secret Spots Afternoon Tour in Auckland

4 hoursFree Cancellation

This convenient day trip visits two of the North Island’s most popular attractions from Auckland in a single day, which would be difficult if traveling independently. The small-group, fully guided mini-bus tour takes you to several natural wonders, such as rivers, natural geothermal pools, and glow-worm caves. Your guide will tell you all about the natural and cultural history, to help you better understand what you’re seeing.

Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour (One Way)

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Piha Waitakere Rainforest Wine Tour from Auckland

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Auckland: Rotorua Tour with Waiotapu, Te Puia and Maori Haka

Maciej_L, Oct 2026

One of best experiences i...

One of best experiences i had during this trip. Great daytrip from Auckland to Rotorua, during which we saw waiotapu geothermal activity and te puia Māori centre with 3rd largest geyser in the world and saw Māori performance. Aaron, our guide was amazing and really helpful, told us very interesting stories about new zealand.

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch

Shirin_E, Sept 2026

Amazing itinerary

This was an amazing itinerary and I liked the pacing of it. Nelson the tour guide was very kind and knowledgeable. He also created good conversation within the group. The caves were quite interesting and would recommend the experience. I loved hobbiton so definitely consider it if you’re a fan of the movies!

Auckland to Waitomo Glowworms, Kiwi House & Blue Springs Day Tour

Darcy_D, Sept 2026

Must do tour!

Deane is the most amazing tour guide- and made my experience so much fun. I was able to see so much of New Zealand's best in such a short amount of time. I saw the Kiwi Birds, The GlowWorm Caves, and the beautiful Blue Springs. Deane truly made the tour group feel bonded, and gave us recommendations of where to eat/ ways to make the most out of our trip. Would recommend this tour for anyone who wants a memorable trip!

2025 Award Winning: Auckland City Highlights Half Day Tour

Tricia_S, Sept 2026

Aukland-Icing on the Cake Tour

After traveling from Australia through New Zealand, we thought we'd seen it all upon arriving to Aukland. Sean took us on this very interesting tour of the outer parts of Aukland and we really enjoyed it! He was so informative, thorough and a great personal photographer😊

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch

Leslie_H, Sept 2026

A magical day

Waitomo cave is absolutely beautiful, and I learned a lot while I was there. The Hobbiton Movie Set was everything I ever dreamed it would be. The attention to detail is amazing, even down to the restrooms. And the tour guides at every turn were amazing. On the bus, our guide kept us entertained and informed and I learned so much about the history of New Zealand.

From Auckland: Spellbound, Waitomo Glowworm Cave Small Group Tour

Amanda_M, Sept 2026

A Must-Do!

This experience was better than we expected. Not only do you get great, non-rushed cave time, the glow worms are beyond interesting and beautiful. You also go through a second cave system (without glow worms) that is really cool as well. The guide at the cave was knowledgeable and passionate about the caves and their history. Our guide that drove us from Auckland to the caves (Jaime) was kind, funny and helpful, giving great commentary about the areas we were traveling through. He even had helpful recommendations on what to do and where to eat for the rest of our stay in Auckland. Highly recommend this tour - the drive to and from the caves was just as stunning as the caves themselves. The small tour group sizes are also appreciated. Don't hesitate - book it! (But also bring a warm jacket....the caves are chilly!)

Auckland Dolphin and Whale Watching Eco-Safari Cruise

Saba_W, Sept 2026

Amazing experience thanks to a knowledgeable crew

We had an absolutely fantastic day whale and dolphin watching in Auckland! We couldn’t have asked for better weather, and we were incredibly lucky — spotting dolphins, whales, and plenty of other marine life during our excursion. What really made the experience exceptional, though, was the crew. They’re marine scientists and experts, and their knowledge, enthusiasm, and genuine passion for the ocean and its wildlife came through throughout the entire trip. We learned so much, and they did a brilliant job of explaining what we were seeing while also making the whole experience fun and engaging. We also really appreciated how respectful the whole experience felt. The emphasis was always on observing and appreciating the animals in their natural environment without disturbing them, which made it feel like a genuinely responsible and ethical way to experience Auckland’s incredible marine wildlife.

Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland

Pia_J, Sept 2026

Wonderful Tour with Dean and Anna

Wonderful, well-organized and relaxing tour. The meeting place is easy to locate with many signs. Mobile voucher is fine for check-in and they provide a sticker as an identifier. The bus is comfortable and not full. The driver, Dean, tells us many interesting tidbits about New Zealand in the 2hrs on the way then drops us off at Shire's Rest. Once done, we line up for the 10am tour, get picked up by a different bus and the real hobbiton tour begins. It's a slow pace so everyone can take as many photos as they want. There are many doors, so no crowding happens. We then get a free drink then head off to the tent next door for the all you can eat. Delicious food with many options. I really enjoyed the deserts as well. We then drove back and back in the city by 3pm. Thank you, I really enjoyed this tour.

Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland

Tanesha_W, Sept 2026

Great tour along with amazing driver!

If you love LOTR or anything to do with Hobbits- this tour was amazing. The tour guides were very knowledgeable and friendly, the drive up was beautiful and our driver Dave was amazing and kept us entertained plus was about to speak to the group with history and cool facts/history of New Zealand. I would definitely recommend this trip if you’re visiting.

Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves Tour with Lunch from Auckland

Vevee_N, Sept 2026

Must experience

Highly recommend. Bus is comfortable, takes you to hobbiton, lunch, and glow worm caves. Driver Ara was extremely knowledgeable and beyond friendly. Breaking down the cost of the tickets lunch and travel, it’s a steal. Both Hobbiton and glowworm caves were must see in Auckland

Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Tour with Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Beatrix_H, Aug 2026

It was a wonderful day...

It was a wonderful day and the great organization made it very relaxing for us. On the way our tour guide Alessandro shared a lot of stories about the landscape and the founding of Hobbiton in particular. It was very interesting and entertaining. The van was super comfortable and water and snacks were provided.

Waitomo Caves, Rotorua and Te Puia Small Group Tour from Auckland

Nora_A, Jul 2026

Grand slam tour with Timmy

The time flew by with Timmy who gave us so much information during the tour and took us to some great spots for food and snacks. He was also quite the DJ and a very entertaining host. Waitomo is truly something that is unique and was great to learn about and we also were able to see some kiwis, see the geothermal activity and learn a lot about the Māori culture.