AUCKLAND · NEW ZEALAND
Auckland’s best days out.
The 15 experiences that shape a trip to Auckland, from the harbour and the gulf islands to the day trips well beyond the city.
Waiheke Island day trip from Auckland with return ferry plus a hop-on hop-off bus pass to 16 vineyards, beaches, and villages.
Most Popular“Loved going at our own pace-wineries were great, plenty of buses to get around,”
Guided Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves day trip from Auckland with hotel pickup, lunch, and a Green Dragon drink.
“This tour was better then expected, liam our guide was top notch, from the planning, to the advice he had for travelers, the knowledge he shared during our tour, he starts the tour off saying we are family for the day, he definitely made all of us feel like it - even went above and…”
A full-day Auckland trip to Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves, with guided tours, lunch, and a Green Dragon drink included.
“Hobbiton is a must-do if you’re visiting New Zealand even if you aren’t a LOTR fan. It’s an incredible and once in a lifetime experience to tour the set. I didn’t know what to expect from the Waitomo Caves but I’m glad we got to check it out. Overall, this tour was extremely worth it…”
4.5-hour eco safari from Viaduct Harbour on a 65-foot catamaran. Spot whales, dolphins, seals, penguins and seabirds.
“Crew was nice and knowledgeable. We understand that they can’t guarantee sightings so we were disappointed to be the small percentage of tours that go out and don’t see anything. We had 4.5 hours is a nice (choppy) boat ride, and only saw 3 dolphins for about 5 minutes. We did get vouchers for a…”
Tandem jump with up to 75 seconds of freefall from 18,000 ft in Parakai, with epic Auckland coast views and full gear.
“So I've always wanted to do a skydive and I finally decided to do it, jumping from 20, 000 feet which is the highest dive in New Zealand. I wasn't disappointed and the experience was absolutely amazing! The view was phenomenal, taking placRead more”
Auckland bus to Hobbiton for an official guided walk, Hobbit-hole stops, festive buffet lunch, and a drink at the Green Dragon Inn.
“The day was amazing. We were picked up in Auckland and driven to the Hobbiton set where we were shown around my a lovely tour guide. All in all we were there for around 3 hours which felt a little short, I would have liked to have stayed for a bit longer, and also would…”
Small-group Hobbiton tour from Auckland with Waikato views, a guided 2.5-hour set visit, Green Dragon Inn drink, snacks, and return.
“We loved the hobbiton tour. It was amazing. Took a ton of photos. The ride there was long but from Auckland, this is expected.”
Auckland Explorer hop-on hop-off bus links Sky Tower, museums, Parnell and more with English audio, WiFi, and flexible 1- or 2-day passes.
“Great way toget a overview of Auckland. Be prepared for a hike to the top of Mr. Eden. I forget the Maori name. The penguins at Kelly Tarltons were cool. If you plan it right you won't have to climb the hills back to your hotel.”
Small-group Auckland day tour to Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves with lunch, pickup, and guided stops. Early start, big payoff.
“This was a great day out to see the sights of the North Island. Whilst it is a very long day, there is sufficient time to relax on the bus before anything of substance happens in the morning. The caves were lovely, but the real attraction was Hobbiton. We hadn't really watched the movies, other…”
Half-day Auckland small-group tour with Harbour Bridge, Mt Eden summit views, North Shore photo stops, Ponsonby, and Mission Bay beaches.
“We did an Auckland city tour recently, and it was an absolutely fantastic experience from start to finish. Our guide, Josh, was excellent—very knowledgeable, clear in his explanations, and genuinely passionate about the city. Over the course of the tour, we covered so many great spots around Auckland, including viaduct harbor, Queen Street, Mount Eden,…”
Luxury catamaran eco cruise from Auckland to Hauraki Gulf Marine Park for dolphins, orcas and whales, with conservation science.
“The perfect trip, we really enjoyed our trip. Managed to see a pod of dolphins and two Bryde’s whales. The staff were very friendly and knowledgable about local wildlife and the area. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for an activity to do in Auckland. Especially towards a good cause! You can see all…”
Auckland Explorer Bus hop-on hop-off day ticket to Sky Tower, art, Weta and rugby icons, SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s, plus Wi‑Fi and commentary.
“Very helpful for a person with disabilities it’s a pity the walk from the stop to the zoo was quite long”
Small-group Waiheke wine day trip from Auckland with ferry views, tastings at 4 wineries, and a relaxed lunch break. Max 10 people.
“I had a fantastic day. We hit 4 really great wineries and got to try several wines that were all super. We learned a lot about all of the wines. All the people on our tour were so fun and it was great to meet so many people from all over. It was also a…”
Wētā Workshop Unleashed in Auckland turns film magic into hands-on practical effects, guided by creators in about 90 minutes.
“Great interactive experience. Pacing was well and was interesting to see how some of the magic was produced.”
Afternoon Piha Beach and rainforest tour from Auckland: hotel pickup, black-sand walks, tree-fern trail, and manuka tea.
“Had a lovely time! Meredith was super informative and helpful. Also very patient as I ended up at the wrong hotel for pickup lol. We got some wonderful weather after a we morning and the views were stunning. The team was super communicative and were accommodating for dietaries as well which I really appreciated too.”
Two harbours, a gulf full of islands, and every day trip beyond the city.
