City Half Day Tour - The Land Of Volcanoes Auckland

City Half Day Tour - The Land Of Volcanoes Auckland

Auckland is a land of volcanoes, home to 48 of them in fact! Looming above the cityscape are some of the youngest urban volcanoes on Earth, offering the best views of Auckland City.

Here at Tour Bro. we understand time in your itinerary may be tight, but there are a few places we absolutely have to show you while you are here. Embark on a half day tour visiting some of the greatest sights and locations Auckland has to offer. This is one of Auckland’s most intimate city tours on offer. Our small group style provides you the freedom to see and do more. Book your city tour with us and your Tour Bro. will give you plenty of insight on what life is like living in this far flung South Pacific metropolis.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Devonport, Devonport, North Shore, North Island

Travelling in our luxurious SUVs we head over the iconic Auckland Harbour Bridge to the picturesque seaside town of Devonport.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: North Head, Auckland 0624, New Zealand

With sweeping views of the Waitemata Harbour and downtown Auckland we will make our way to Maungauika – North Head. This magnificent volcano is home to the historic WW2 bunkers that served various purposes throughout the course of Auckland’s modern history. Maungaika offer 360° views of the stunning Auckland region and islands of the Hauraki Gulf.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Auckland Harbour Bridge, Curran St, Auckland Central, Auckland New Zealand

Our next stop is a unique and breathtaking view of the city from under the Auckland Harbour Bridge. We will see a beautifully hand carved Māori pouwhenua carving at the Te Onewa Pa.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Bastion Point, Hapimana Street, Mission Bay, Auckland 1071 New Zealand

Cruising along the waterfront, we make our way to Bastion Point. An impressive location offering another perspective of Rangitoto Island and the city, Bastion Point is a historically significant area for the local Māori Iwi (tribe) Ngati Whatua.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Access off Hillside Crescent Mount Eden Road, Auckland Central, Auckland 1024 New Zealand

We then make our way south to the central city volcano, Maungawhau – Mt Eden. We can stroll to the top of the deep crater for a beautiful 360° view of the city, Waitakere Ranges and impressive vistas of Rangitoto Island. We will wander around this 15,000 year old volcano terraced with historical Māori earthworks while your Tour Bro. explains the history of this volcano.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Winter Garden Auckland Domain, 20 Park Road, Auckland Central, Auckland 1023 New Zealand

Next we journey to the gorgeous Auckland Domain Wintergardens. This wonderful garden is situated in the heart of the city and is home to a hot house, cool house and fernery offering a range of native and exotic flora.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Auckland Museum, The Auckland Domain, Parnell, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010 New Zealand

We then arrive at the world famous Auckland War Memorial Museum. It is your choice if you wish to end the journey here and experience the museum** at your leisure or if you wish to continue back into the city and disembark at a location of your choosing. Please note the museum closes at 5pm.

Duration: 10 minutes