Auckland City Highlights, Afternoon Piha Beach & Rainforest Tour
Overview
This tour combines the very best of Auckland city in the morning, with the best of Auckland nature in the afternoon. The Auckland City tour is an easy morning introduction to the diverse city of Auckland. The tour has plenty of photo opportunities and includes views from Mount Victoria in Devonport, which are not to be missed!
The afternoon nature tour is a great introduction to New Zealand's nature and visits some of the stunning rainforest scenery, as well as the glorious Piha Beach. Easy walking tracks and dramatic coastlines are only a short drive from Auckland's city centre. Our experienced guides and small group size means you will be well looked after. In the afternoon we also include a New Zealand style afternoon tea including biscuits/cookies and tea, coffee or juice.
What's Included
- Enjoy a walk in the rainforest, just 45 minutes from Auckland City
- Auckland city centre hotel pickup and drop-off
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Visit Piha Beach
- Afternoon tea refreshments included
- Join our local guide for a 3 hour small group city tour in the morning before an afternoon in nature
- Lunch (can be purchased - a small amount of cash is required)
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Tours departs daily from selected inner city Auckland hotels/accommodation with picks between 8.30am - 9am and returns to the original departure point at 5:30pm.The hotels listed above is not a full list of pick up locations, we pick up at most city center hotels/accommodation - please advise of the hotel name when booking.
Corner Victoria and
Federal Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Queen Street (pass by)
Auckland Harbour Bridge (pass by)
Mount Victoria Reserve
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Narrow Neck Beach
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Westhaven Marina
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Auckland Domain (pass by)
Arataki Visitor Centre - Waitakere Ranges
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Auckland
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Piha Beach
40 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- The tour is suitable for all ages and abilities. It includes 2 hours of light walking.
- Minimum TWO adults required for the tour to run
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- Enjoy a walk in the rainforest, just 45 minutes from Auckland City.
- Auckland city centre hotel pickup and drop-off.
- GST (Goods and Services Tax).
- Visit Piha Beach.
- Afternoon tea refreshments included.
- Join our local guide for a 3 hour small group city tour in the morning before an afternoon in nature.
- Lunch (can be purchased - a small amount of cash is required).
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Auckland City Highlights, Afternoon Piha Beach & Rainforest Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Auckland City Highlights, Afternoon Piha Beach & Rainforest Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Enjoy a walk in the rainforest, just 45 minutes from Auckland City
- Auckland city centre hotel pickup and drop-off
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Visit Piha Beach
- Afternoon tea refreshments included
- Join our local guide for a 3 hour small group city tour in the morning before an afternoon in nature
- Lunch (can be purchased - a small amount of cash is required)
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- The tour is suitable for all ages and abilities. It includes 2 hours of light walking.
- Minimum TWO adults required for the tour to run
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
