Explore EAST AUCKLAND & Scenic View Ferry Return - Half Day Tour

5 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

Explore the rich history and picturesque landscapes of East Auckland on this half-day tour. Cruise along scenic Tāmaki Drive with stunning coastal views and a photo stop at Bastion Point.

Discover the Howick Historical Village where colonial life comes alive through heritage buildings and gardens.

Enjoy breathtaking views from Stockade Hill Lookout, steeped in military history, before heading to Musick Point Peninsula for stunning coastal vistas.

Relax at Bucklands Beach and take a leisurely break at Half Moon Bay Marina, culminating your adventure with a scenic ferry ride across the Waitematā Harbour, offering views of yachts and the city skyline.

Visit the award-winning Howick Historical Village and explore its heritage attractions
Experience panoramic views at Stockade Hill Lookout, a site of historical significance
Enjoy the scenic beauty of the coastline at Musick Point Peninsula
Conclude with a relaxing ferry ride across the Waitematā Harbour

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: ENZOY TOURS

Ages: Adults (4–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Admission fees: Admission fee
Included: Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.): Public transportation
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea
Not included: Snacks

Itinerary

Auckland

45 min

Pickup from Auckland CBD, drive through the world famous Tamaki Drive to Auckland East.
Tamaki Drive

30 min

A drive along Tāmaki Drive is one of Auckland’s most scenic coastal routes. Stretching from the city centre to St Heliers Bay, it offers stunning views of the Waitematā Harbour, Rangitoto Island, and golden beaches like Mission Bay and Kohimarama. Stop along the way at Bastion Point - Michael Joseph Savage memorial for photos — it’s a must-do Auckland experience.
Howick Historical Village

one hour Admission included

Step back into the 1840–1880s at the award-winning Howick Historical Village. Explore heritage houses, schools, and shops filled with authentic furniture and textiles. With its gardens and 7-acre grounds, the Village paints a vivid picture of colonial life in early Auckland.
Stockade Hill

15 min

Enjoy panoramic views over the Hauraki Gulf at Stockade Hill Lookout, a historic site once home to a military stockade during British colonisation. The earthwork remains tell stories of a time when settlers defended their fledgling community.
Musick Point

15 min

Drive through the lush golf course to the clifftop headland at Musick Point Peninsula. The lookout offers stunning coastal vistas where the Motukorea Channel meets the Tāmaki Strait. The area is steeped in wartime communication history, once serving as a strategic radio station.
Bucklands Beach

30 min

Soak in the relaxed seaside vibe of Bucklands Beach and Eastern Beach. Gentle golden sands and sweeping views make for the perfect photo stop and a taste of Kiwi beach culture. Do a little board walk to the Halfmoon bay.
Half Moon Bay

45 min

Arrive at Half Moon Bay Marina for a short break. Stroll around the waterfront, enjoy a coffee or ice cream, and prepare for the scenic ferry ride. End your East Auckland adventure with a relaxing ferry ride across the Waitematā Harbour. Glide past yachts and city skylines for the perfect finish to your half-day experience.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Avani Auckland Metropolis Residences
M Social Hotel Auckland
The Chancellor on Hobson
SkyCity Hotel Auckland
Crowne Plaza Auckland By IHG
Ramada Suites By Wyndham Victoria Street West
Grand Millennium Auckland
Legacy Airedale Hotel Auckland
Four Points by Sheraton Auckland
Auckland City Hotel - Hobson St
VR Queen Street
The Sebel Auckland Viaduct Harbour

and 47 more pickup points

Kindly arrive at your hotel entrance at least 10 minutes before the scheduled time.

Look out for the vehicle number provided to you for easy identification.

To ensure a smooth experience, please make sure you have shared the correct hotel address and contact details with us.

If possible, we recommend using a local SIM card or enabling international roaming, and installing WhatsApp for convenient communication throughout your trip.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.