Auckland Highlights + Island and Wine Experience

Highlights / General details

Auckland (Tamaki Makau Rau) is New Zealand’s largest city, with a population of around 1.4 million and the city’s subtropical climate, lush vegetation and easy access to the coast and outdoor activities earns it consistent top five rankings in international lifestyle surveys.

Auckland is a melting pot of 190 different ethnicities and is the world’s biggest Polynesian city. Over half of the population is European and there are high percentages of indigenous Maori, as well as Pacific Island and Asian people. This diversity is reflected in a lively arts and culture scene, a wide range of food and craft markets, vineyards, a hip cafe culture, superb coffee and outstanding restaurants.

The city extends over a narrow isthmus between the Waitemata Harbour on the Pacific Ocean, and the Manukau Harbour on the Tasman Sea. Auckland has spectacular natural features, including 49 dormant volcanoes, all located within 20km of the city centre. It boasts some of the best beaches in the world.

The dozens of islands of the Hauraki Gulf form a distinctive aspect of the Auckland landscape and provide a magnet for boaties, fishing enthusiasts and hikers. Auckland is also located within easy access to the beaches and rainforests of Northland and the Hokianga.

Points of Interest: Queen Street Harbour Bridge Paratai Drive Tamaki Water Front Island Wine Afternoon Multilingual commentary in Spanish, Japanese and Mandarin available!

Inclusion

Hotel / Motel Pick ups from Auckland City Hotels Guided tour Taxes

Exclusion

Gratuities (optional) Museum entry Hotel drop off (Tour terminates at the Gray Line NZ Office)

Hours of operation

Available Daily Pick-up time: 8:10am - 9:00am. Departure time: 9:15 am

Duration Approx.

Duration

Approx. Duration: 8 hours

Redemption instructions Guest must present voucher to driver in exchange for services.

Policies

Tour terminates at the Gray Line NZ Office Guest is required to call at least 24 hours prior to your departure to confirm reservations. Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher. Children under the age of 5 are free if not occupying a seat.

All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation