What are the must-see attractions included in tours departing from Auckland?

Auckland tours take visitors to key locations like the Auckland Sky Tower Mission Bay and Waitangi Treaty Grounds. The itineraries often feature a Bay of Islands cruise visits to the Hobbiton Movie Set and Rotorua's geothermal areas. These tours blend natural wonders with cultural experiences particularly focusing on Maori traditions. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "Highlights included Te Puia's geothermal valley and the Maori cultural performance - it was an incredible introduction to New Zealand's culture."

What is the typical budget range for Auckland tours?

Daily tour costs from Auckland range from USD 224 to 654. Budget-conscious travelers can find options between USD 200-300 per day while luxury experiences reach USD 650. The 3-Day Experience Northland Tour costs USD 673 and the 10-day Contrasts of New Zealand tour is USD 5964. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The tour offered great value considering all the included activities and quality accommodations."

What is the best time of year to take a tour starting in Auckland?

Summer (December through March) brings the highest visitor numbers with mild temperatures and minimal rain. Tours run throughout the year with spring (September-November) and autumn (April-May) offering good weather and smaller crowds. As one TourRadar traveler mentioned: "We went in February and had perfect weather for outdoor activities and sightseeing."

What are the key cultural experiences available in tours departing from Auckland?

Cultural experiences center on Rotorua where visitors explore Te Puia Geothermal Park and watch traditional performances at Te Pā Tū. Tours typically include hangi feasts cultural shows and visits to the National Māori Arts & Crafts Institute. Accommodation options include the Millennium Rotorua or Ibis Rotorua. As shared by a TourRadar traveler: "The Maori cultural performance topped off with a traditional feast was exceptional and gave fascinating insights into their traditions."

Are meals included in tours starting from Auckland?

Tour packages usually cover daily breakfasts and select dinners including special cultural meals like the hangi (traditional Maori feast). The Northern Spotlight tour provides 7 breakfasts and 2 dinners. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The included meals were excellent especially the traditional Maori hangi dinner in Rotorua."

What is the typical length of tours starting in Auckland that include both North and South Islands?

Tours covering both islands typically run 10-14 days with most people choosing 10-12 day itineraries. The Contrasts of New Zealand tour takes 10 days from Auckland to Christchurch while the New Zealand Adventurer extends to 14 days. As one TourRadar traveler mentioned: "We had a fabulous time in New Zealand covered a lot of ground in a short timescale and wouldn't have been able to do that without such a great itinerary."

What type of accommodations can I expect on tours starting from Auckland?

Accommodations typically fall into the 3-4 star category including properties like Heritage Auckland Sudima Auckland City and CityLife Auckland. Throughout the trip guests stay at comparable hotels such as Millennium Rotorua and Copthorne Queenstown. A TourRadar traveler shared: "Hotels were well chosen clean and comfortable with the Millennium Rotorua even offering us an upgrade."

New Zealand Tours from Auckland

Find your perfect adventure! We have 207 tours of New Zealand that start in Auckland, New Zealand. The most popular month is March, and tour lengths range between 4 and 90 days.

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Premium New Zealand North Island
5.0 (3 traveler reviews)
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Auckland, Waitomo, Rotorua, Taupo, Tongariro National Park,Ohakune,Wellington+2 more
Age Range
Ages 15+
Country Region
New Zealand North Island
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Premium
From
NZ$6,850per person
Price based on Shared Room
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In-depth Cultural
New Zealand Explorer
4.5 (19 traveler reviews)
"The scenery was beautiful & seeing seals in the wild was great. That was a chance to really appreciate the indigenous wildlife & plants."
Angela, traveled in January
Duration
19 days
Destinations
Auckland, Coromandel, Rotorua, Taupo, Napier, Wellington,Picton,Kaikoura,Hokitika,Franz Josef,Fox Glacier,Wanaka,Queenstown,Milford Sound,Te Anau,Dunedin,Haast,Mount Cook,Christchurch+13 more
Age Range
Ages 16+
Operated in
English
Operator
Explore!
15% Off
From $14,560
NZ$12,380per person
Price based on Shared Room
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New Zealand Amplified (Southbound)
3.5 (2 traveler reviews)
"You get a good impression of the country and the culture. This tour shows you all the main destinations in New Zealand."
Melanie, traveled in September
Duration
19 days
Destinations
Auckland, Coromandel, Rotorua, Murupara, Taupo, Wellington,Kaikoura,Christchurch,Lake Tekapo,Queenstown,Arrowtown,Wanaka,Franz Josef+7 more
Age Range
Ages 18+
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
15% Off
From $6,530
NZ$5,551per person
Price based on Shared Room
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New Zealand North Island: Haka & Hot Springs
4.5 (8 traveler reviews)
"Taimi had all the answers to every question we had and just such an extensive knowledge of everything."
angiehumphrys@y7mail.com, traveled in June
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Auckland, Whangarei, Paihia, Bay of Islands, Waitomo,Rotorua,Taupo,Tongariro National Park,Wellington+4 more
Age Range
Ages 18-32
Country Region
New Zealand North Island
Operated in
English
Operator
Topdeck
15% Off
From
NZ$3,219per person
Price based on Shared Room
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New Zealand Northern Trail (Southbound) (8 destinations)
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Auckland, Coromandel, Raglan, Waitomo, Rotorua, Taupo,Tongariro National Park,Wellington+2 more
Age Range
Ages 15+
Country Region
New Zealand North Island
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
5% Off
From $5,660
NZ$5,377per person
Price based on Shared Room
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14 Days Best of New Zealand, Auckland, Christchurch & Queenstown
3.5 (2 traveler reviews)
Duration
14 days
Destinations
Auckland, Rotorua, Christchurch,Arthur's Pass National Park,Queenstown,Milford Sound+3 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
New Zealand South Island
Operated in
English
Operator
Australia and New Zealand Travel Company
5% Off
From
NZ$6,876per person
Price based on Private Double Room
- Booking needs min. 2 travelers
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In-depth Cultural
Highlights of New Zealand
4.6 (43 traveler reviews)
"Good tour group, great scenery."
Ian, traveled in October
Duration
15 days
Destinations
Auckland, Hahei, Rotorua, Wellington, Kaikoura,Christchurch,Franz Josef,Queenstown,Milford Sound+4 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Operated in
English
Operator
G Adventures
5% Off
From
NZ$6,999per person
Price based on Shared Room
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The Moa Tour
Duration
17 days
Destinations
Auckland, Coromandel, Waitomo, Rotorua, Taupo, Wellington,Abel Tasman National Park,Westport,Hokitika,Franz Josef,Wanaka,Queenstown,Milford Sound,Lake Tekapo,Christchurch+9 more
Age Range
Ages 18+
Operated in
English
Operator
Kiwi Experience
20% Off
From $2,799
NZ$2,239per person
Price based on Shared Room
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$19 Day \'Ruru\' National Select Tour Tour$
$19 Day \'Ruru\' National Select Tour - 14 destinations$
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19 Day 'Ruru' National Select Tour
Duration
19 days
Destinations
Auckland, Waitomo, Rotorua, Whanganui National Park,Tongariro National Park,Wellington,Abel Tasman National Park,Hokitika,Franz Josef,Queenstown,Te Anau,Milford Sound,Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park,Christchurch+10 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Operated in
English
Operator
Stray Travel
20% Off
From
NZ$7,459per person
Price based on Shared Room
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NZ Intro North
4.8 (12 traveler reviews)
"The Tour with Sean ist schön."
Thomas, traveled in September
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Auckland, Rotorua, Taupo, Wellington
Age Range
Ages 18-45
Country Region
New Zealand North Island
Operated in
English
Operator
INTRO Travel
20% Off
From
NZ$2,249per person
Price based on Shared Room
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$New Zealand\'s North to South Island Adventure Tour$
$New Zealand\'s North to South Island Adventure - 9 destinations$
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New Zealand's North to South Island Adventure
4.4 (73 traveler reviews)
"The hostels can be harsh, but you get to experience NZ in such a unique way that makes it all worthwhile."
Pia, traveled in December
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Auckland, Coromandel, Rotorua, Murupara, Taupo, Wellington,Marlborough,Kaikoura,Christchurch+3 more
Age Range
Ages 18+
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
15% Off
From $3,810
NZ$3,239per person
Price based on Shared Room
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In-depth Cultural
New Zealand: Best of the North Island
4.4 (22 traveler reviews)
"Great! Awesome adventure!"
Natalie, traveled in January
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Auckland, Raglan, Rotorua, Tongariro National Park,Wellington+1 more
Age Range
Ages 18-39
Country Region
New Zealand North Island
Operated in
English
Operator
G Adventures
20% Off
From $1,979
NZ$1,583per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Iconic North (3 destinations)
3.0 (2 traveler reviews)
"The Northern discovery tour was informative and fun."
Marigold, traveled in February
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Auckland, Rotorua, Wellington
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
New Zealand North Island
Operated in
English
Operator
Trafalgar
10% Off
From $4,585
NZ$4,127per person
Price based on Shared Room
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New Zealand: Sun and Steam
4.8 (14 traveler reviews)
"She made everyone feel so comfortable & took the time to get to know everyone! She is so knowledgeable & always had fun stories to share."
Jmderus@hotmail.com, traveled in December
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Auckland, Warkworth, Paihia, Bay of Islands, Rotorua
Age Range
Ages 18-35
Country Region
New Zealand North Island
Operated in
English
Operator
Contiki
10% Off
From $1,945
NZ$1,751per person
Price based on Shared Room
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NEW ZEALAND – 10 Days Highlights of North and South Islands
4.4 (7 traveler reviews)
"The Highlights Tour put together by Bucket List Tours was exactly what I was hoping for and it exceeded my expectations."
Richard, traveled in March
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Auckland, Rotorua, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Franz Josef,Christchurch+1 more
Age Range
Ages 8+
Regions
New Zealand South IslandMilford Sound+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Bucket List Group Travel LLC
10% Off
From
NZ$6,875per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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