Auckland Trip Overview
New Zealand’s largest city, set between two harbours and magnificent coastal expanses, offers a sizzling blend of urban sophistication and multicultural style. Cross the width of the country in one day. See life in Auckland unfold and explore various landmarks. Stroll on Auckland’s peaceful and calm white sand beach in the morning and experience the rugged and roaring black sand beach in the afternoon. The Coastal experience is a great way to discover more about the unique features of Auckland. Hit the road, stray from well-worn paths and experience the real New Zealand. Enjoy a comprehensive tour for an exceptional value that covers the best sights with plenty of stops for photos.
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Duration: 6 hours
Starts: Auckland, New Zealand
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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What to Expect When Visiting Auckland, , New Zealand
New Zealand’s largest city, set between two harbours and magnificent coastal expanses, offers a sizzling blend of urban sophistication and multicultural style. Cross the width of the country in one day. See life in Auckland unfold and explore various landmarks. Stroll on Auckland’s peaceful and calm white sand beach in the morning and experience the rugged and roaring black sand beach in the afternoon. The Coastal experience is a great way to discover more about the unique features of Auckland. Hit the road, stray from well-worn paths and experience the real New Zealand. Enjoy a comprehensive tour for an exceptional value that covers the best sights with plenty of stops for photos.
Stop At: Auckland Domain, Park Road, Auckland Central, Auckland New Zealand
Besides the beautiful surroundings, entering Auckland Domain will surprise you at how big it is, and how many beautiful spots there are to just sit down and relax! Also, there is a duck pond which has a fountain in it, and that makes for happy ducks! The excellent Auckland Museum is also found within Auckland Domain. Sitting on the green grass surrounded by the pink flowers, you could only hear the birds and feel the gentle wind blow your face.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Bastion Point, Hapimana Street, Mission Bay, Auckland 1071 New Zealand
Bastion Point offers magnificent views out over the Hauraki Gulf and Waitematā Harbour, as well as back to central Auckland. It’s one of the best places in Auckland to take photos of the skyline and harbour. As the name suggests, its position overlooking the harbour makes it an ideal defence point for the city. The Māori name for this area is Takaparawhā. This scenic area includes the Savage Memorial, which commemorates Michael Joseph Savage, one of New Zealand’s most beloved prime ministers.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Achilles Point, Cliff Road St Heliers Bay, Auckland Central, Auckland 2004 New Zealand
Achilles Point was originally named Te Pane o Horoiwi (the head of Horoiwi) due to the Maori history of the site. It was renamed by the council in 1940 in honour of the New Zealand crewed ship HMS Achilles. The HMS Achilles defeated the German cruiser Graf Spee in the 1939 Battle of the River Plate, the first major naval battle of World War II. Achilles Point has great views of the Waitemata Harbour, and of course the Gulf Islands. Not so much a venue for actvities, but the views say it all..
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Tamaki Drive, Tamaki, Auckland Central, Auckland New Zealand
Coastal Drive through Kohimarama, Mission Bay and Tamaki Drive before proceeding to Auckland’s west coast. Reaching Mission Bay at lunch time allows to explore a fantastic selection of cafes and restaurants and to spend time at the east coast beaches or jump on a scooter to ride through Auckland’s Waterfront.
Stop At: Mount Victoria Reserve, Kerr Street, Devonport, Auckland New Zealand
Travel across the Auckland Harbour Bridge and take in 360-degree views of the city on your way to the North Shore of Auckland. Take in more spectacular views of Auckland city and the Hauraki Gulf from North Head. Drive through Victorian suburbs and bustling shopping centres and travel North West to discovery, culture, creativity, adventure, fine food and wine.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Coopers Creek Vineyard, 601 State Highway 16, Kumeū 0891, New Zealand
Tempt your taste buds at one of the award-winning vineyard who offer an extensive range of wines for every unique taste and occasion. Enjoy a generous tasting of Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Albarino, Arneis, barrel fermented Chardonnay as well as regional Pinot Noirs, a Hawkes Bay Syrah.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Muriwai Gannet Colony, 428 Motutara Rd Waitakere, Muriwai Beach, Auckland 0881 New Zealand
Arrive at the Wild West coast black sand beach of Muriwai. Exploring this area, you will be amazed by the rugged coastline, unique black sand and the feel of raw natural power that surrounds the area. Though the waves are thundering and the sand a unique shade of black, Muriwai is one of the best New Zealand beaches to kick off you shoes, feel the sand between your toes and watch the world go by. The expansive landscape that reaches as far as the eye can see, and swell gushing in from the Tasman Sea, allows you to feel the true force of natural New Zealand. See Gannets nesting and flying over rock outcrops and black sand beaches. The gannet colony is in residence from August to March. Here you get a close-up of the gannet colony without disturbing their environment. When the tour ends in the afternoon, you’ll leave Auckland with a day you’ll never forget.
Duration: 1 hour
