Ultimate Auckland Experience Full Day Tour with Brewery Lunch

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About this activity

This full-day small group tour combines the best of Auckland's city highlights with the rugged beauty of the wild west coast for the ultimate Auckland experience. Travel in comfort in your modern minibuses with your expert guide, known for their passion, storytelling, and local knowledge.

Highlights:

Auckland’s top landmarks & volcanoes
Cultural and historic sites
Stunning scenic viewpoints
Mt Eden – highest natural point in Auckland
Muriwai Beach – wild black sand coast
Gannet colony (seasonal)
Hallertau Brewery lunch
Devonport & North Head
Optional extras including craft beer tasting and Sky Tower entry

While the destinations you will be visiting are truly spectacular, we at Cheeky Kiwi Travel believe it is your small groups, your guides, the journey and the little details that set our tours well apart. Secret stops, wildlife viewings, complementary refreshments and many other pleasant surprises ensure your tours are an experience to remember.

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At a glance

Duration: 12 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–14 years) · Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Safety/booster seat for children aged 7 & younger (please advise if you prefer to provide your own)
Included: Hallertau Brewery lunch (set menu)
Included: Secret stops & scenic surprises
Included: Fully guided small group tour
Included: Complimentary refreshments

Not included

Not included: On-board restrooms: Restroom on board

Itinerary

Auckland Central

30 min

Begin your journey with hotel pickups (select locations only) before heading to Te Toka o Apihai Te Kawau, the founding memorial of Auckland on the waterfront.
Michael Joseph Savage Memorial Park

20 min

Travel along scenic Tamaki Drive to this historic and visually striking clifftop park honouring one of New Zealand’s most respected leaders.
Mission Bay Auckland

Passing by

Cruise along the waterfront past this iconic local beach suburb, with insights into the area’s history and volcanic landscape.
Achilles Point

20 min

Stop to take in sweeping views of the Hauraki Gulf and Rangitoto Island, the youngest and largest of Auckland’s 48 volcanic cones.
Auckland Domain

20 min

Explore the city’s oldest park and see the Auckland War Memorial Museum, tropical gardens, and peaceful ponds. Pass through charming Parnell en route.
Maungawhau / Mount Eden

one hour

Drive through Newmarket and head to Auckland’s highest natural point. Take a short walk to the summit for spectacular views and a look into the heart of this dormant volcano.
Sky Tower

45 min Admission not included

Complete the city portion by travelling through Karangahape Road and Queen Street, finishing beneath the Sky Tower.
Stop 8

one hour Admission included

Cross the Harbour Bridge and head west into the countryside. Arrive at Hallertau Brewery for a delicious lunch from a set menu, with the option to sample local craft beers (at your own cost).
Muriwai Beach

30 min

Visit Auckland’s wild west coast and walk along the dramatic black sand beach. Learn about the region’s geology, wildlife, and raw natural beauty.
Muriwai Gannet Colony

one hour

Take a short walk up the clifftop trail for coastal views and a chance to see the largest mainland gannet colony in the North Island (nesting season varies).
North Head Historic Reserve

45 min

Crossing the harbour again, we head to the charming seaside suburb of Devonport. Here, we take a scenic drive to the top of North Head, a historic volcanic cone with sweeping views of the Hauraki Gulf and city skyline. Learn about its fascinating military tunnels and coastal defence history as you explore this unique vantage point.
Stop 12

15 min

After a great afternoon exploring Auckland’s West Coast and North Shore, it’s time to return to the city. You can choose to take the scenic ferry ride back across the harbour from Devonport to the city, or enjoy a fully guided drive with drop-offs at central locations and hotels.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

SkyCity Hotel Auckland
Movenpick Hotel Auckland
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Four Points by Sheraton Auckland
Pullman Auckland Hotel & Apartments

*If no pickup is selected at time of booking, you will be allocated our default meeting point. You are welcome to update this at any time. If your location isn’t listed, please choose your nearest available option & meet us there.

*Pick-ups can begin up to 20 minutes before the tour departure time, depending on location. To ensure a smooth start, please be ready and waiting outside 5 minute prior to your specific pickup time.

*Pick-up locations are carefully planned for each tour and may vary by day. If your pick-up location changes, kindly inform us in advance.

*Our guides make multiple stops and may arrive within a 10-minute window. We are unable to wait for late guests.

Using your ticket

*You will receive an email with important pickup information in the days prior, please read this information.

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.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A moderate amount of walking is involved.
Minimum drinking age is 18 years. A current valid passport is required on the day of travel (if planning to drink alcohol).
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.