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15 Best 1-Day Tours In Auckland

Auckland’s best days out.

The 15 1-day tours most worth a day of your Auckland trip, with the prices, run times and the operator behind each one.

15 Best 1-Day Tours In Auckland

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch - Matamata Lunch: A Kiwi-Style Reset Between Worlds
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Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch

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1.Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch

Guided Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves day trip from Auckland with hotel pickup, lunch, and a Green Dragon drink.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“It’s an amazing opportunity to see Hobbiton, the glow worm Caves, and gorgeous landscape. Liam was the best guide, very knowledgeable and funny. He ensured that everyone was having an enjoyable and comfortable time. We had plenty of stops for souvenir shopping, yummy lunch, and snacks. It was such a special and beautiful day.”

2,677 reviewsFrom $229.61by Auckland Scenic Tours

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From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch - Green Dragon Inn: the included drink that slows you down
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From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch

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2.From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch

A full-day Auckland trip to Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves, with guided tours, lunch, and a Green Dragon drink included.

★ 4.9

“Unexpectedly fantastic trip. I’m not the biggest fan of LOTR, and was mostly using the tour as a means of escaping the city for the day. Ended up meeting some fantastic people and having a fantastic time. Hobbiton is stunning and the boat ride through Waitomo caves was breathtaking. The guide was great. Good speaker,…”

2,505 reviews11 hoursFrom $221by Auckland Scenic Tours

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Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Day Trip with Festive Lunch - The official Hobbiton guided tour: how you actually see the Shire
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Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Day Trip with Festive Lunch

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Rotorua and Waitomo Caves Day Trip from Auckland -Smaller Groups - Auckland Pickup and the Small-Group Minivan Setup
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Rotorua and Waitomo Caves Day Trip from Auckland -Smaller Groups

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4.Rotorua and Waitomo Caves Day Trip from Auckland -Smaller Groups

Small-group Rotorua and Waitomo day trip with hotel pickup, Māori culture at Te Puia, and a boat ride through glowworm caves.

★ 4.5

“A great day exploring. Bunty our tour guide shared his in-depth knowledge & information generously as an Auckland local. Bunty created an inclusive environment that allowed the group from all walks of life and 3 different countries to shaRead more”

79 reviewsFrom $316.49by FlexiToursNZ

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From Auckland: Day Trip to Waitomo Glow Worm Caves - Luxury van pickup from Auckland CBD: how the ride sets expectations
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From Auckland: Day Trip to Waitomo Glow Worm Caves

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5.From Auckland: Day Trip to Waitomo Glow Worm Caves

Auckland to Waitomo Glowworm Caves by luxury van: guided cave history, glowworm boat ride, and Waikato scenery in 7 hours.

★ 4.7

“Our trip was amazing!! We had John as our driver and he was absolutely amazing, very kind, reliable and informative. The glow worm caves were absolutely beautiful, and our guide Cohen was so amazing and fun! He was very engaging and funny! Overall definitely worth it, even the views along the drive were amazing!”

60 reviews7 hoursFrom $166by Auckland and Beyond Limited

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Private Tour - Rotorua Adventures Day Trip From Auckland - Agrodome Kiwi Farm: Baby Animal Time With Real Photo Payoff
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Private Tour – Rotorua Adventures Day Trip From Auckland

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6.Private Tour – Rotorua Adventures Day Trip From Auckland

Private Rotorua day trip from Auckland with Agrodome kiwi farm, Skyline gondola views, included meals, and a custom guide.

★ 5.0

“David our tour guide was one of the best . Nothing was a bother to him even let me buy a mail box that I had seen . It was. Pleasure to spend the day with him & the others in our group. Robyn”

19 reviewsFrom $619.33by Auckland & Beyond Tours

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Private Hobbiton & Blue Springs Day Trip from Auckland - Hobbiton Movie Set: guided walking tour, full focus time
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Private Hobbiton & Blue Springs Day Trip from Auckland

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7.Private Hobbiton & Blue Springs Day Trip from Auckland

Private Hobbiton and Blue Springs day trip from Auckland: early pickup, guided Hobbiton, Te Waihou Walkway blue water, small-group comfort.

★ 5.0

“Absolutely amazing day spent with Han! Felt like we were with a long lost friend showing us all the best things in New Zealand! Can’t wait to come back and utilize his services again! Wish I could give 100 stars!”

13 reviewsFrom $527.49by Oh!HAPPYTour

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Auckland City Tour — One Day The Ultimate Auckland Experience - Westhaven Marina: luxury yachts and the city’s waterfront mood
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Auckland City Tour — One Day The Ultimate Auckland Experience

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Private Tour: Waitomo Caves Day Trip from Auckland - Private pickup and the Auckland panoramic run
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Private Tour: Waitomo Caves Day Trip from Auckland

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9.Private Tour: Waitomo Caves Day Trip from Auckland

Private Waitomo Caves day trip from Auckland with hotel pickup, guided cave walk, and a Glowworm Grotto boat ride.

★ 3.5

“The caves are incredible and worth the 2.5 hour drive from Auckland. As for Private tour, our driver was a very safe and provided bathroom stops but was not really a guide. He didn’t talk the entire time unless we asked a question. We wanteRead more”

11 reviewsFrom $561.62by Legend Tours and Travels Ltd

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Cathedral Cove Day Trip from Auckland - Morning Departure From 148 Quay Street (and the Ride That Sets the Tone)
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Cathedral Cove Day Trip from Auckland

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10.Cathedral Cove Day Trip from Auckland

Small-group Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach day trip from Auckland, with hotel pickup, guided hikes, and Mt Paku volcano views.

★ 5.0

“I loved everything about this tour! Harriet was so friendly and also very knowledgeable. We had the best day walking to the beaches, playing in the water, eating delicious food, and taking in the amazing New Zealand scenery. Voltours will be my go-to for future trips!”

11 reviewsFrom $242.02by Voltours Limited

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Private Hobbiton Movie Set and Rotorua Day Trip from Auckland - Getting picked up at Crowne Plaza: where the day starts
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Private Hobbiton Movie Set and Rotorua Day Trip from Auckland

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11.Private Hobbiton Movie Set and Rotorua Day Trip from Auckland

Private Hobbiton and Rotorua day trip from Auckland with pickup, geysers, Māori culture, and optional tickets for major stops.

★ 5.0

“We had an amazing private tour to the Hobbiton Movie Set with Kiwi Adventures. Tim was a friendly, knowledgeable guide and a professional driver who made our trip very enjoyable. We loved the private tour experience. The drive was coRead more”

10 reviewsFrom $263.74by Kiwi Adventures Tour & Travel

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Private Tour: Bay of Islands Day Trip from Auckland - The 7:30 am start and the 10-hour day: plan your comfort like a local
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Private Tour: Bay of Islands Day Trip from Auckland

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12.Private Tour: Bay of Islands Day Trip from Auckland

Private guided Bay of Islands day trip from Auckland with kauri walks, waterfalls, Waitangi, and optional Hole in the Rock dolphin cruise.

★ 4.0

“The weather wasn’t awesome but the long ride in the Mercedes van was tiring and uncomfortable. Bouncing around in the car for 6-7 hours was not fun. The cruise which we paid extra for was spectacular but this trip was way too expensivRead more”

6 reviewsFrom $578.99by Legend Tours and Travels Ltd

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Volcanic Rotorua Day Trip from Auckland - Price and value: what you’re paying for at $366.14
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Volcanic Rotorua Day Trip from Auckland

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13.Volcanic Rotorua Day Trip from Auckland

A small-group volcanic day trip from Auckland to Rotorua, led through Waimangu and nearby geothermal stops with lake and gardens views.

★ 5.0

“What an absolutely amazing chance to get up close and personal with New Zealand's geothermal 'hotspots'! It was actually a one person tour for me and Mike, the guide, was incredibly knowledgeable and really broadened my knowledgRead more”

4 reviewsFrom $366.14by Voltours Limited

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Waitangi Treaty Ground Day Trip Private Transport From Auckland - The 7:00 am Start and an 11-Hour Day Plan
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Waitangi Treaty Ground Day Trip Private Transport From Auckland

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15.Waitangi Treaty Ground Day Trip Private Transport From Auckland

Private day trip from Auckland to Waitangi Treaty Grounds with timed pickup, Town Basin stop, Paihia wharf break, and comfort-focused transport.

★ 5.0

“Sanjeev was a fantastic driver. He was effective in all communication confirming the day. He was prompt picking me up in CBD. His car was immaculate and his driving safe. We had perfectly timed comfort breaks and he got me to the Treaty Read more”

3 reviewsFrom $496.46by Shine Shuttle

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