These are the 11 best private city tours in Auckland, New Zealand we could find on Viator and Get Your Guide.
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1. Clearyak hire at Goat Island Marine Reserve
Key Details
Cost: From $38.85
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 36
Tour Length: 3 hours
Languages
N/A
Tour Description
In your unique clearyak, marvel at the teeming marine life and striking underwater habitats of Goat Island Marine Reserve without leaving the comfort of your kayak. Look through your kayak floor as you paddle to see the residents of this historic reserve, everything from snapper to stingrays, swimming around beneath you. With this private hire package, enjoy an intimate ocean adventure without being surrounded by a group full of strangers.
- No hidden hire fees: all kayaking equipment provided during your hire
- No experience, no problem: instructors on the water to help out where you need it
- Two seats to a kayak: enjoy a romantic paddle or join your child on the water
- Flexible times: schedule your adventure for any time in the morning or afternoon
What’s Included
All equipment provided.
What’s Not Included
- You will get wet up to your knees, so bring a towel and possibly a change of trousers/shorts.
- Bring warm clothes and a jacket if the weather is cool.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
2. Amazing New Zealand Itineraries & chauffeur-driven tours
Key Details
Cost: From $609.38
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 26
Tour Length: 4 days
Languages
- English
- Dutch
Tour Description
If you want the flexibility and freedom of independent travel but the support and structure of a guided tour, create your own private tour itinerary in consultation with your guide. Choose the tour length (1–21 days) and destinations to suit your needs and interests. Perhaps focus on the cultural and geothermal attractions of the central North Island, or the mountains and lakes of the South Island–it’s up to you.
- This private service is fully customizable to suit you
- Get around in comfortable private transportation
- Arrive in Auckland, Christchurch, or Queenstown
- Choose from 3, 4, or 5-star accommodation
What’s Included
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
What’s Not Included
Own meals or optional extras
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
3. Te Pā Tū Evening Cultural Experience – Private Tour from Auckland
Key Details
Cost: From $771.79
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 13
Tour Length: 12 hours
Languages
English
Tour Description
Join us on this luxurious private day trip from Auckland to the most award-winning cultural attraction in New Zealand. Voted “Top 10 best attraction in the World” – a cultural experience like no other! Delivered with a genuine heart and soul, TE PĀ TŪ offers a window in to a truly riveting, spirited way of life. Experience an evening of ceremonial ritual, amazing re-enactment, powerful cultural performance, storytelling & divine seasonal feasting as we relive significant events within our pre-European history! Immerse yourself in the traditional Māori way of life during this interactive and entertaining evening experience with a sumptuous and delicious dinner.
What’s Included
- Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland
- Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland
- Complimentary refreshments and water on board
- A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour
- Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus
- Complimentary High Speed Internet on-board the minibus
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- WiFi on board
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
- The most awarded cultural tourism attraction in New Zealand
- Enjoy the traditional Māori welcome ceremony
- Immerse yourself in the traditional Māori way of life
- Hear the amazing history of the village ancestors
- Feast on song, drama, tradition, and divine seasonal kai (food)
- Witness the blazing bonfires, and forest-formed amphitheatre
- Enjoy 4 hours of traditional, powerful, and entertaining Māori cultural performance
- Feast on a traditional four course Māori-fusion feast dinner and desserts
- Admission to 4 hours of performance, entertainment, and kai hākari (feasting)
- Snacks
- Dinner
- Complimentary chef choice aperitif
What’s Not Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
4. Rotorua Private Adventures Day Trip From Auckland
Key Details
Cost: From $593.55
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 13
Tour Length: 8 hours
Languages
- Norwegian
- German
- Swedish
- Russian
- Korean
- Portuguese
- English
- Italian
- French
- Spanish
- Arabic
- Japanese
- Chinese
- Danish
- Dutch
Tour Description
This tour is designed to be a luxury & private experience in Rotorua with return transfer from Auckland in a luxurious Mercedes vehicle. Our professional tour guides will teach you all about New Zealand’s culture, native language, history and much more.
The standard destinations are listed below (alternatively we can customize the trip to your request):
- – Agrodome Kiwi Farm: Watch a live sheep shearing show and farm dogs working to round up the sheep. You will be able to hand feed the animals and take lots of photos.
- – Skyline Adventures: Hop on the Gondola and see the breath taking view of the Rotorua City and Lake. Zip the way down the mountain on the Luge and see who is first to the bottom.
- – Geothermal Valley (option): Experience the erupting geysers, boiling mud pools and more natural phenomenon only found in the region.
What’s Included
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Driver/guide
- Live commentary on board
- Professional guide
- Private tour
- Transport by private vehicle
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
What’s Not Included
N/A
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
5. Hobbiton Movie Set tour & Bluespring & Glowworm Cave day tour
Key Details
Cost: From $475.31
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 10
Tour Length: 3.5 hours
Languages
English
Tour Description
Explore the iconic Hobbiton film set and the natural wonder of Waitomo Glowworm Cave in one day on this full-day tour from Auckland. Venture underground at Waitomo for an atmospheric cruise beneath thousands of glittering glowworms. After lunch (own expense), re-live your favorite moments from the Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films on a guided tour of Hobbiton.
- Magnificent views as you cruise through Waitomo Cave
- Guided walking tour of Hobbiton film set
- Hassle-free pickup and drop-off from your Auckland hotel
- Private transfers: stop as often as you like to take photos
What’s Included
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Transport by private vehicle
What’s Not Included
Food and drinks
Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
6. Private Auckland City Tour For Small Group in a luxury vehicle.
Key Details
Cost: From $652.96
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 10
Tour Length: 5 hours
Languages
English
Tour Description
Travelers short on time in Auckland can still visit many of the city’s highlights on a comprehensive private tour. The itinerary is customizable to suit your needs but many travelers like to visit One Tree Hill, Mt. Eden, the Auckland War Memorial Museum, Parnell, and more. This five-hour tour is a handy way to orient yourself in the city if you’re at the start of a longer visit, too.
- Receive personalized attention on a private tour
- Snacks and bottled water will be provided
- Transfers can be arranged from the airport, ports, or central hotels
- Avoid the hassle of self-driving with a chauffeured car
What’s Included
- Bottled water
- WiFi on board
- Private transportation
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
What’s Not Included
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Lunch
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
7. Private Luxury Tour Anywhere in NZ – Choose any number of days & destinations
Key Details
Cost: From $712.97
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 9
Tour Length: 12 days
Languages
- Norwegian
- German
- Swedish
- Russian
- Korean
- Portuguese
- English
- Italian
- French
- Spanish
- Arabic
- Japanese
- Chinese
- Danish
- Dutch
Tour Description
Design your perfect New Zealand trip and feel like a VIP with every detail taken care of on this custom-made tour. Where you go and what you do is completely up to you, so you could visit the Bay of Islands, Rotorua, and Waitomo Glowworm Caves on the North Island; discover Milford Sound, Queenstown, and the Fox Glacier on the South Island; or tour LOTR sites such as Tongariro and Hobbiton.
- Custom-made itinerary: visit only the sights you want
- Local tips and recommendations from your private guide
- Options to pre-book attractions and accommodation
- Hassle-free pickup and drop-off from any NZ airport or port
What’s Included
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Bottled water
- Light refreshments
- Snacks
- Professional guide
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
What’s Not Included
- Accommodation
- Meals
Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
8. Rotorua Private tour with Hotspring
Key Details
Cost: From $505.02
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 8
Tour Length: 3 hours and 35 minutes
Languages
- Korean
- English
Tour Description
This tour is a one day Tour to Rotorua from Auckland. This tour is a small private tour. This tour is focusing on healing and relaxing through our tour. You will need to bring your own swimsuit and towels for the hot spring as they are not renting the swimsuit. Also, you need to using comfortable shoes as you will going to do some trekking around the lake.
What’s Included
- Private transportation
- English Speaking Tour Guide
- Entrance Fees
What’s Not Included
- Lunch and Dinner
- Personal Expenses
- Guide Tips (10$ per person)
- Own swimsuit and towels
Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
9. Black Abyss: Ultimate Waitomo Caving – Private Tour from Auckland
Key Details
Cost: From $712.37
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 8
Tour Length: 12 hours
Languages
English
Tour Description
Thrill seekers will love this underground caving adventure through the iconic Waitomo Caves. Discover a unique underground river network through the caves. Journey by abseiling, tubing, caving, rafting and flying fox – a true adrenaline-filled adventure. Get out of your comfort zone and try something new – all skill-levels welcome on this black water rafting tour. Explore the beautiful, atmospheric caves lit by hundreds of glowworms.
- Trade the city for adventure, with transfer from Auckland CBD
- All activity and safety equipment is included
- Clothing including helmet, footwear and wetsuit provided
- This intimate tour will have a maximum of eleven people
What’s Included
- Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland
- Complementary pick up and drop off from Auckland
- Complementary refreshments and water onboard
- Admission to 5 Hour Black Abyss Ultimate caving Guided experience
- All necessary safety equipment including footwear, tubes, wetsuits, helmets, abseiling devices
- A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour
- Luxurious temperature controlled private transportation in a minibus
- The 5-hour Black Abyss tour packs all the most adventurous ways
- Abseiling, flying fox, climbing and floating through unique underground river system
- Ride a roller coaster of everything caving has to offer
- Tube through ancient glowworm studded stream-ways
- Complimentary underground snacks in the form for yummy New Zealand chocolate and a hot beverage
- You’ll be guided every step of the way by a professional guide
- Complimentary high speed Internet onboard the minibus
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All Fees and Taxes
- WiFi on board
- Lunch
What’s Not Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
10. Private Trip to Coromandel
Key Details
Cost: From $564.43
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 7
Tour Length: 12 hours
Languages
- Arabic
- English
Tour Description
The Coromandel Coast Private Tour will take you to one of the most stunning areas of New Zealand. Formerly known largely for its Hardrock Gold Mining and Kauri, the Coromandel is now popular for tourism especially ecotourism.
Enjoy a boat trip to see the incredible islands, reefs, blowholes, bays and the impressive sea cave at Cathedral Cove where parts of the Narnia film took place. This area is also home to various different marine life including dolphins, little blue penguins and fish (not guaranteed)
Then take in the beautiful bush scenery on the 1-hour train ride at the Driving Creek Railway. Once at the top, you will be in awe with the panoramic views over the islands. Before you head back to Auckland you will get the unique experience of digging your very own private natural spa pool at the famous Hot Water Beach.
Note: we can also offer transfers to charter boats, seaplane or Helicopter on request. Please advise dietary requirements when making the booking.
What’s Included
- Proffessional guide
- Lunch
- Snacks and Water complimentary
- Spade provided to dig hole at hot water beach
- Private transportation
- WiFi on board
What’s Not Included
N/A
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
11. Bay of Islands Heritage Experience from Auckland incl. Waitangi & Russell
Key Details
Cost: From $543.13
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 7
Tour Length: 13 hours
Languages
English
Tour Description
Discover island paradise in New Zealand with this comprehensive guided excursion to the Bay of Islands from Auckland. Head to Waitangi and visit the Treaty Grounds to marvel at the gorgeous estate, learn about the signing of New Zealand’s founding document and enjoy powerful Māori cultural performances. Explore nature and board a boat in Paihia to cruise through the remote bays, look for dolphins and admire the Cape Brett Lighthouse.
- Return transportation to Auckland CBD is included for convenience
- Learn about New Zealand’s founding and indigenous culture
- Enjoy a ferry ride from Russell to Paihia
- Multiple photo stops and opportunities are provided throughout
What’s Included
- Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland
- Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland
- Complimentary refreshments and water onboard
- A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour
- Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus
- Complimentary High-Speed Internet onboard the minibus
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- WiFi on board
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
- Discover some of the 144 stunning islands in the Bay of Islands
- Learn about New Zealand’s history and Māori culture
- Explore the historic site where the Treaty of Waitangi was signed
- Enjoy a high-energy Māori cultural performance
- Admire iconic buildings, breath-taking Māori architecture, & world’s largest ceremonial war canoe
- Tour this tranquil seaside town on a mini tour of Russell
- Admission to Guided Experience at Waitangi Treaty Grounds
- Admission to Cultural Performance at Waitangi Treaty Grounds
- Admission to return ferry ride from Paihia and Russell
- Admission to 1 hour Russell Mini Tour
What’s Not Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
How Much Do Private Tours Cost In Auckland?
The best private tours in Auckland cost between $38.85 and $771.79. However, you can always check the listings below for something cheaper or even more exclusive.
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