Shore Excursions in Auckland

Be immersed in New Zealand's indigenous 'tikanga' (culture) on this Auckland shore excursion with a knowledgeable Maori guide. Travel through the countryside and rainforest of the Waitakere Ranges on a small-group tour outside the North Island city, including Mt Victoria and the west coast. You'll watch a live Haka (war dance) performance at the Auckland Museum and learn firsthand about Maori cultural heritage dating back hundreds of years. Snacks, beverages and lunch are included along with port pickup and drop-off.

When your ship docks in Auckland's port, sip wine, taste honey, savor chocolate and indulge in a winery lunch during this 7-hour Matakana Coast day trip. An in-the-know guide accompanies your small group to this premier arts-and-crafts destination on New Zealand's North Island, including stops at two local wineries, the Puhoi Honey Centre, a delectable hand-made chocolate factory and the Brick Bay sculpture park. Numbers are limited to 9 people or fewer to ensure a more personalized experienced.

Taste an array of New Zealand wines on this Auckland shore excursion to North Island wineries. Your half-day winery tour with a knowledgeable guide includes a lookout point over the Tasman Sea en route to two or three wineries by minivan. With a choice of morning and afternoon options, you can choose the tour that best suits your schedule. Port pickup and drop-off at Prince's Wharf is included.

A hop-on hop-off bus tour of Auckland is a great way to see the vibrant city when you're short on time. After your ship pulls into port, use your unlimited Day Pass or Family Pass on a shore excursion to the "˜City of Sails.' Buses depart every 30 minutes, with stops near the cruise port. Enjoy the flexibility and ease of creating your own sightseeing itinerary as you're free to hop on and off at your leisure. Listen to audio commentary en route to Auckland's main attractions.

While your cruise ship is in port in Auckland, experience the thrill ride of your life with a heart-racing jet-boat ride on Waitemata Harbour. This exhilarating shore excursion takes you on an adrenaline-charged jet-boat tour past city landmarks such as the Sky Tower and Harbour Bridge. Your driver expertly maneuvers Auckland's fastest jet boat into fishtails and 360-degree spins.

Discover famous sites from Middle-earth on this 6-hour "˜Lord of the Rings' movie set shore excursion from Mt Maunganui. Travel with your guide toward the town of Matamata. Discover the sheep farm selected by Peter Jackson as the site for Hobbiton, home to Bilbo Baggins and friends in "˜The Lord of the Rings' trilogy and "˜The Hobbit' movie series. See top sites from the box office hits and visit the Green Dragon pub. Stop at a local honey center and winery, and enjoy panoramic views from Minden Lookout.

See New Zealand's coastal rainforest and black-sand beaches on a full-day shore excursion from the Auckland port. Visit Waitakere Ranges Regional Park for a guided bush walk and marvel at traditional Maori carvings and thousand-year-old kauri trees. Enjoy views over the Tasman Sea and savor a Kiwi-style picnic lunch on this small-group tour, with personalized attention from your professional guide.

While your ship is in port in Auckland, combine sightseeing, a boat cruise and sky-high views from the Sky Tower so you can see the city from all angles. A professional guide points out popular attractions such as Quay Street, the Auckland Museum, and Dominion Parks and Gardens. You'll visit the Tamaki waterfront and glide under the Harbour Bridge during your 90-minute cruise on Waitemata Harbour. This shore excursion shows you the many sides to Auckland, New Zealand's premier city.

When your ship docks in Auckland, take a ferry across the Hauraki Gulf to Waiheke Island for a zipline adventure, soaring above the forest. Enjoy a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants along three zipline rides. Your shore excursion includes a round-trip ferry ticket plus an interpretive bush walk and a brief guided tour of the island by minivan.

Visit the home of Bilbo Baggins on a small-group shore excursion to Hobbiton, a New Zealand farm-turned-filming site for "˜The Lord of the Rings' and "˜The Hobbit' trilogies. While your cruise ship is docked in Auckland, embark on a Hobbiton Movie Set tour of the Mill, the party tree and the Green Dragon Inn. Crouch next to hobbit holes and enjoy lunch at the Green Dragon Inn on this must-do tour.

When your cruise ship arrives in the port of Picton, located in Queen Charlotte Sound, take a shore excursion to Blenheim and the Marlborough wine region with a guide. Enjoy wine tasting while you learn about the area’s cultural heritage. Travel with a small group along a scenic route and relax in winery gardens and cafes overlooking the Wairau Valley. Shuttle transport is included from the port to a bus stop in town for pickup and drop-off.

See the sights of Auckland on a 3-hour small-group shore excursion in the 'City of Sails.' A knowledgeable guide takes you by mini-coach across the Harbour Bridge to tour the city center. You'll drive along Queen Street and the suburb of Ponsonby, take a stroll at Devonport's Narrow Neck Beach, visit the Auckland Fish Market and see the city spread out before you from the summit of Mt Victoria. Numbers are limited to 18 people to ensure personalized attention.

Discover the award-winning wines of the Marlborough region on a private shore excursion from Picton for your group of up to six people. The exact itinerary is tailored to you, with plenty of time to sip locally-made wines, browse art galleries, then pause for lunch and views of Marlborough's rolling vineyards, plus many customizable options. Pricing is per-vehicle, and includes a wine tasting and a chocolate tasting, as well as round-trip shuttle transport from the Port of Picton.

Explore Auckland and the yacht-filled harbours of the ‘City of Sails’ on this full-day shore excursion, including wine tasting on Waiheke Island. In the morning, an informative guide takes you sightseeing in the city center — including Queen Street and the Tamaki Drive waterfront — followed by a ferry ride across the Hauraki Gulf for a relaxing afternoon at three notable vineyards. Port pickup and drop-off are included.