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Auckland a la carte

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City and Sails Full day tour

Departs daily at 9.00am from the Maritime Museum, Quay Street, Auckland. Returns at 5.00pm

This tour includes the morning "Discover Auckland". Travel past Victoria Park Market and Westhaven Marina then on to the volcanic crater of Mt Eden where you can enjoy spectacular views of the city and harbour. Pass by the War Memorial Museum through Parnell and onto Bastion Point amongst Auckland's most expensive residences. Continue along Tamaki Drive stopping at the world famous Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World and Antarctic Encounter (Entry fee included) ), tour followed by a lunch cruise on the Waitemata Harbour aboard the Pride of Auckland sailing yacht (lunch included), and complimentary entry to the Maritime Museum.

Wine and Cheese Tour Half Day

Discover Downunder - Wine & Cheese Tour Approximately 10 am - 2 pm. Three wineries.
Sample a premium cheeseboard selection of NZ's finest cheeses from famous NZ producers such as Kapiti, Puhoi and Whitestone. Visit three premium Auckland wineries.
Enjoy a superb vineyard picnic or country Café lunch. Stunning 'black sand' West Coast beach views.

Waitakere Rainforest Trek Full day or half day tours

Discover Downunder - trekking Auckland Only forty-five minutes from Auckland is where the trek starts. The trail is mainly level or downhill but a reasonable level of fitness is required. Dense rainforest, Kauri trees, giant tree ferns and magnificent waterfalls make this a breathtaking hike through remote areas which are usually inaccessible. After refreshments the coach takes you to a coastal track that includes huge bluffs, dramatic coastal scenery, untouched beaches and many other spectacular sights.

America's Cup Sailing Afternoon

Discover Downunder - America's Cup Sailing The America's Cup is the world's oldest sporting trophy and ultimate yachting regatta. On NZL 40 you have the opportunity to participate in sailing one of these grand prix racers

Take the helm, trim on the grinders or just sit back and enjoy the action as you sail down the Auckland Harbour. First time sailors or regular racers, our skipper and crew are keen racing yachties and will help you get the most from your two hour sail.

New Zealand Classic Sailing Charter Basis

Discover Downunder - Cruising the Harbor Built as a gentleman’s luxury launch in 1935 she has recently come out of an extensive restoration and is now in magnificent condition. Her large enclosed cockpit enables a good all round view, in the comfort only obtainable on a 47 foot, heavy displacement classic. She is one of New Zealand’s priceless maritime antiquities

With a cruising speed of 9 knots she will effortlessly take up to 20 guests out on the Auckland Harbour or further into the beautiful Hauraki Gulf and beyond.

After a major restoration in 2002 she was re-launched in January 2003, and since then has given much pleasure to a great many guests cruising the Auckland Harbour, running guests and friends to the many islands of the Hauraki Gulf including Waiheke Island’s sandy white beaches, vineyards, restaurants and luxury lodges and further out into the Gulf.

Designed for private charter call for more info on options from a leisurely 3 hour luncheon to overnight

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