Shore Excursion: Half Day Small Group Auckland Scenic Tour - 4 HOURS
Overview
This is the most comprehensive Half Day Tour of Auckland available; perfect for those arriving by cruise ship. Join this half-day Auckland Scenic Tour if you want to see as much of Auckland as possible in 4 Hours with a guide steeped in the history and knowledge of Auckland. This tour will ensure you are able to see all the iconic Auckland sights. Drive along Tamaki Drive by air-conditioned Mercedes with one of our guides renowned for their knowledge; discover the quaint village of Devonport, Mission Bay and gaze over the coastal scenery from Achilles Point. Travel to the top of 2 of Auckland's volcanoes for stunning 360 degree views; North Head, a volcano with the most spectacular views over the City, inner Harbour ; also up Auckland's highest volcano, historic Mt. Eden; visit the Auckland Domain, home to the Auckland Museum and the 2 stunning Wintergardens and Fernery. This 4-hour tour includes round-trip travel from your cruise ship.
What's Included
- Cruise Terminal Pick Up and Drop Off
- Local taxes
- Local driver/guide
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Minimum age is 8 years
Meeting and Pickup
Auckland
All guests who have booked our Ship to Shore Auckland Tour will ONLY be picked up dockside beside their berthing ship at the Cruise Ship Terminals (Queens Wharf or Princes Wharf)
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Auckland Harbour Bridge
Admission Ticket Free
Devonport
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
North Head Historic Reserve
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Winter Garden Auckland Domain
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Mount Eden
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Tamaki Drive
Admission Ticket Free
Paritai Drive
Admission Ticket Free
Mission Bay
Admission Ticket Free
Achilles Point
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Orakei Basin - not Orakei Korako!
Admission Ticket Free
Remuera
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Parnell
Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A small amount of easy walking is involved. Comfortable shoes recommended
- A maximum of 14 people per booking(We can provide this tour to groups larger than 14 by discussions with [BRAND] and ourselves)
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Please note that there are 2 activities that require good walking ability. Unfortunately, our tour is not recommended for those with agility/mobility issues.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-37991P11
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Sky Diving customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- Cruise Terminal Pick Up and Drop Off.
- Local taxes.
- Local driver/guide.
- Food and drinks, unless specified.
- Minimum age is 8 years.
The minimum age to participate is 10. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Shore Excursion: Half Day Small Group Auckland Scenic Tour - 4 HOURS is as follows:
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Shore Excursion: Half Day Small Group Auckland Scenic Tour – 4 HOURS will be included in your confirmation email from City Sky Diving. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Cruise Terminal Pick Up and Drop Off
- Local taxes
- Local driver/guide
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Minimum age is 8 years
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A small amount of easy walking is involved. Comfortable shoes recommended
- A maximum of 14 people per booking(We can provide this tour to groups larger than 14 by discussions with Viator and ourselves)
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Please note that there are 2 activities that require good walking ability. Unfortunately, our tour is not recommended for those with agility/mobility issues.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
