Overview
See the sights of Auckland when your ship is in port and learn more about this beautiful ‘City of Sails’ on this 3 hour city tour.
You’ll tour the city center and surrounding suburbs on this Auckland shore excursion. Travel through the inner city parks and enjoy full commentary from experienced driver guides. Cross the Auckland Harbour Bridge, take a stroll on a white sand North Shore beach before heading in up Mt Victoria to see the city spread out before you with 365 degree views.
Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 17 people.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Pick up an easy walk from the Cruise port at the bus stop at 188 Quay Street (HSBC Tower)
Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
Local guide
Transport by air-conditioned mini-coach
Small group tour - max 17 people
Food and drinks
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Pick up will be from the bus stop outside the HSBC Building (Stop #1346)), 188 Quay Street, Auckland at 8.50am (located next to MSocial Hotel). Please confirm this with us.
(If you are travelling pre or post a cruise please confirm your inner city Auckland accommodation with us for pick up)
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• Hotel pickups commence prior 9am, you must contact the Bush and Beach to verify your exact pickup time.
• Please call to reconfirm 24 hours before the tours departure if you have not already confirmed your pick up time with us
What to expect
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Queen Street
After pick up from your central Auckland hotel, travel up Queen St - the main street of the city centre and home to iconic buildings and mixture of shops and CBD offices
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Ponsonby
Continue on through the picturesque suburb of Ponsonby, known for its historic buildings, before heading over the Harbour Bridge to the North Shore.
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Auckland Harbour Bridge
Travel over the iconic Auckland Harbour Bridge, connecting Auckland City with the North Shore suburbs
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15 min
Here you can stroll on a beautiful white sand beach with views out across the Waitemata Harbour to Rangitoto Island and where there is time for a coffee (at own cost).
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Rangitoto Island
15 min
Rangitoto Island is a volcanic island in the Hauraki Gulf near Auckland, New Zealand. You will see Rangitoto from many vantage points while on this tour.
(Actual island not visited) -
Mount Victoria Reserve
15 min
After a short drive through historic Devonport, continue up to the summit of Mount Victoria for stunning panoramic views of Auckland City and Devonport. Mount Victoria is Devonport's very own dormant volcano.
Takarunga / Mount Victoria is the highest volcano on Auckland's North Shore, rising to 87 m. Takarunga means 'The hill that stands above' and its lava flows now line much of Devonport's waterfront -
Westhaven Marina
10 min
Then, travel back over the Harbour Bridge to view Westhaven Marina, one of the largest marinas in the Southern Hemisphere.
Westhaven Marina in Auckland, New Zealand, is the largest yacht marina in the Southern Hemisphere.The marina has nearly two thousand berths and swing moorings, and tends to be continually booked. Auckland, known as 'City of Sails', is generally known for its maritime passions -
Waitemata Harbour
10 min
Waitemata Harbour is the real name for what is often just called Auckland Harbour. It means “sparkling waters” in Maori, which is a very fitting name.
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Auckland Domain
10 min
Travel through Auckland Domain, Auckland's oldest park, and at 75 hectares one of the largest in the city. Located in the central suburb of Grafton, the park contains all of the explosion crater and most of the surrounding tuff ring of the Pukekawa volcano. This park is home to the Auckland Museum and the stunning Wintergardens.
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Parnell
10 min
Travel through Parnell Village, a quaint little suburb on the city fringe.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Pacific/Auckland).
Additional Information
- All luggage must be kept aboard your ship or at a luggage storage facility at the port (own expense)
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Half-Day Auckland City Guided Tour
Can I cancel Half-Day Auckland City Guided Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
Pick up will be from the bus stop outside the HSBC Building (Stop #1346)), 188 Quay Street, Auckland at 8.50am (located next to MSocial Hotel). Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Pick up an easy walk from the Cruise port at the bus stop at 188 Quay Street (HSBC Tower)
- Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
- Local guide
- Transport by air-conditioned mini-coach
- Small group tour - max 17 people
What's not included?
- Food and drinks
Which places does it visit?
It visits Queen Street, Ponsonby, Auckland Harbour Bridge, Rangitoto Island, Mount Victoria Reserve, Westhaven Marina, Waitemata Harbour, Auckland Domain.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Bush and Beach
