⭐ Current Auckland tour inventory, compared
Compare island, harbour and day-trip tours by real departure point, travel time and verified reviews – including which famous sights are really a two-hour drive from the city.
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233 tours available · Sorted by verified reviews. Prices from GetYourGuide as of our last update. The current price and availability are shown on GetYourGuide before booking.
⏱ 1 day · 4.6 (3,925)
Discover Waiheke Island by ferry, then explore at your own pace on the hop-on hop-off bus. 16 stops, 80-minute loop, top vineyards, Allpress olive oil, Oneroa Village and Onetan…
from €52 per person
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⏱ 11 hours · 4.9 (3,093)
Set off on an adventure from Auckland to see New Zealand’s two most famous attractions in one day: the Hobbiton Movie Set and the Waitomo Glowworm Caves.
from €187 per person
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⏱ 8 hours · 4.8 (1,933)
Enjoy a roundtrip bus transfer from Auckland to discover the amazing movie set from the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movies. Embark on an official guided tour and feast on a the…
from €146 per person
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⏱ 4.5 hours · 4.5 (1,290)
Experience Hauraki Gulf Marine Park on a marine eco-safari from Auckland. Hop onboard a luxury catamaran and look out for orcas and bottlenose dolphins.
from €113 per person
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· 4.7 (1,241)
Cruise from downtown Auckland to Waiheke Island in just 40 minutes with Fullers360, taking in stunning coastlines and island views along the way.
from €33 per person
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· 4.4 (1,218)
Kia ora! Explore Auckland at your own pace on the original hop-on hop-off bus, enjoying iconic sights, engaging commentary, and friendly, memorable service.
from €35 per person
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⏱ 6 hours · 4.7 (1,024)
Indulge in a Waiheke wine tour with spectacular scenery and world famous wines, shared with your choice of culinary delights.
from €93 per person
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⏱ 11.5 hours · 4.7 (893)
Visit the Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Caves on a day trip by premium coach from Auckland. Immerse yourself in the landscape of Middle Earth and experience the famous Glowworm…
from €219 per person
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⏱ 13 hours · 4.9 (793)
Hobbiton and Waitomo the Cheeky Kiwi way: travel with no more than 15 guests and a passionate local guide, plus secret stops that big tour buses don’t make, including a farm ful…
from €215 per person
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⏱ 3 hours · 4.9 (786)
Glide across a canopy of native New Zealand bush on a 3-hour zipline adventure on Waiheke Island. Enjoy 3 stunning 650-foot ziplines, look down over stunning vineyards, and trac…
from €75 per person
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⏱ 4 hours · 4.8 (735)
Explore Auckland’s best sights on a half-day tour with a local guide. Drive across the Harbour Bridge, take in spectacular city views from Mount Eden, and make plenty of stops f…
from €40 per person
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⏱ 9 hours · 4.9 (707)
Hobbiton the Cheeky Kiwi way: a Tripadvisor Best of the Best 2026 tour with hotel pickup, a passionate local guide who collects your tickets, snacks on board and secret stops on…
from €160 per person
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| Tour | Best for | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets | First visit | 1 h | ★ 4.6 (3,925) | €52.07 | Check price → |
| From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch | First visit | 11 h | ★ 4.9 (3,093) | €187.24 | Check price → |
| Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Day Trip with Festive Lunch | First visit | 8 h | ★ 4.8 (1,933) | €145.69 | Check price → |
| Auckland: Whale and Dolphin Watching Half-Day Eco Cruise | First visit | 4.5 h | ★ 4.5 (1,290) | €112.65 | Check price → |
Why this comparison
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We separate tours that start in Auckland from listings that only mention it: departures in Rotorua, Hamilton or Northland are left out.
Tours are drawn from the current partner feed, not an old price list.
Auckland has no geysers and no Hobbiton: Rotorua, Matamata and Waitomo are roughly two to two and a half hours away by road. We say so, and show which tours make that drive for you.
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Auckland harbour options compared: America's Cup yacht, a 1.5-hour sailing cruise, a sightseeing cruise, sunset and dinner cruises.
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Read guide →How the night kayak tours for glowing plankton near Auckland work, why the glow is never guaranteed, and how the two main tours differ in length and group size.
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For its harbour and the Hauraki Gulf islands, the Sky Tower, volcanic cones of a dormant volcanic field inside the city, and the black-sand surf beaches of the west coast. Waiheke Island wine and whale and dolphin cruises are the most booked harbour experiences.
No. The Hobbiton Movie Set is near Matamata, roughly two hours south of Auckland by road. Day tours include the transport, but expect a long day.
About 40 minutes from downtown Auckland on the faster sailings; some crossings take longer. Check the timetable on the booking page.
Yes, on organised tours, but both are around two to two and a half hours each way. Geysers and Māori village experiences are in Rotorua, not in Auckland.
Not for the harbour, the islands or the organised day trips. A car helps for the west coast beaches and the wine regions outside the city. You can compare rental cars via our Discover Cars link.
Not guaranteed. The animals are wild, so a sighting depends on the day. Read what each cruise says about sightings and what happens if there are none.
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