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Combo (Save 5%): Auckland Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Auckland Harbour Scenic Sightseeing Cruise

Hands holding wine glasses on a cruise ship with ocean view.

Guests enjoying drinks on Auckland Harbour sightseeing cruise.

Family enjoying Auckland Harbour sightseeing cruise.

Auckland Harbour with skyline and cruise boat on scenic sightseeing tour.

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

4.1/5(311)

Hilda K

Couple

Verified booking

Mar 2026

Loved it. Easy to book and pay last minute online, we were picked up from Skytower Auckland punctually, and the 2 attendants were so helpful with all enquiries. Pleasant double decker open buses, we experienced 3 helpful and polite drivers each time we hopped on/ off. It covered many Auckland landmarks, we chose only 2 however we could have done at least 2 more. This beats a chartered tour bus as you decide how long you spend at a site and then wait for the bus which comes around every 30 min. We had our own time to visit Mt Edna, then Auckland Zoo for as long as we liked instead of being given a time limit. Just be tolerant that sometimes you have to wait longer than 30 min for your connection as buses are caught in peak hour jams. The on board commentary was loud, clear and well synchronised. After we terminated at Skytower, we could have gone on one last round loop tour without getting off if we wanted. We liked this better because we got to choose where to explore unlike a structured sightseeing tour that covers places you are not interested in. Overall a happy experience which has made us want to do more Hoho bus tours in future.

Darcy J

Couple

Verified booking

Mar 2026

Great time, informative, open air on the back of the top of the bus. Easy locations to. Get on and off, well marked! Wonderful commentary, nice driver.

Barbara T

Couple

Verified booking

Mar 2026

Interesting trip through attractive suburbs. Only problem was that the commentary volume on one of the buses was too low, resulting in people not hearing it and talking over.

Monica M

Couple

Verified booking

Feb 2026

Nice and clean. A mix of covered and open seating. The audio was pretty good for most of the trip, some parts got lost on the highway. Easy online ticket purchase and redemption. It was my first time ever using a HOHO and because of this experience, I would do it again.

Julie M

Solo

Verified booking

Feb 2026

Commentary was informative and entertaining without being over the top in detail. The combined red and blue tours showed just how much there is to explore in Auckland.

Peter H

Couple

Verified booking

Feb 2026

It took us to places that we wouldn't have seen, even if you don't get off the bus at those stops. It was a break from driving everywhere. There are many places on the route that will take some time to look around so you might want to get a ticket for 2 days or visit a few and make your own way to others that interest you another day.

Experience Auckland’s top sights in one combo: flexible city sightseeing paired with a relaxing harbour cruise.

Explore Auckland at your own pace with the Auckland Explorer Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour, featuring unlimited stops across key attractions, scenic neighbourhoods, and iconic landmarks along the Red and Blue routes.

Cruise across Auckland Harbour and take in scenic waterfront views, iconic landmarks, and live commentary from the comfort of indoor lounges or open-air viewing decks.

Auckland Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass

Access to Red & Blue routes

Audio commentary in English

Auckland Harbour Scenic Sightseeing Cruise

1.5-hour Auckland Harbour scenic sightseeing cruise

Experienced local skipper and crew

Live commentary

Indoor & outdoor seating

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Irene L
Solo
Verified booking
Apr 2026
The commentary was very good. Buses were punctual to pick us up. My favourite places were Mt Eden, Panels Village and Bastion Point.
John M
Solo
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Easy and enjoyable. Totally worth it.
Hilda K
Couple
Verified booking
Mar 2026
Loved it. Easy to book and pay last minute online, we were picked up from Skytower Auckland punctually, and the 2 attendants were so helpful with all enquiries. Pleasant double decker open buses, we experienced 3 helpful and polite drivers each time we hopped on/ off. It covered many Auckland landmarks, we chose only 2 however we could have done at least 2 more. This beats a chartered tour bus as you decide how long you spend at a site and then wait for the bus which comes around every 30 min. We had our own time to visit Mt Edna, then Auckland Zoo for as long as we liked instead of being given a time limit. Just be tolerant that sometimes you have to wait longer than 30 min for your connection as buses are caught in peak hour jams. The on board commentary was loud, clear and well synchronised. After we terminated at Skytower, we could have gone on one last round loop tour without getting off if we wanted. We liked this better because we got to choose where to explore unlike a structured sightseeing tour that covers places you are not interested in. Overall a happy experience which has made us want to do more Hoho bus tours in future.
Barbara T
Couple
Verified booking
Mar 2026
Interesting trip through attractive suburbs. Only problem was that the commentary volume on one of the buses was too low, resulting in people not hearing it and talking over.
Darcy J
Couple
Verified booking
Mar 2026
Great time, informative, open air on the back of the top of the bus. Easy locations to. Get on and off, well marked! Wonderful commentary, nice driver.

Experience Auckland’s top sights from both land and water in one flexible combo.

Getting started

Your combo ticket includes access to the Auckland Explorer Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour and the Auckland Harbour Scenic Sightseeing Cruise. Simply present your mobile ticket at each experience for easy entry.

What to expect

Auckland Explorer Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Flexible city sightseeing: Enjoy unlimited hop-on hop-off access across Auckland with a 1-day pass and explore the city at your own pace.
Two scenic routes: Travel across the Red and Blue routes covering popular attractions including Sky Tower, Auckland Museum, Parnell Village, SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s, and more.
Informative onboard commentary: Learn about Auckland’s history, culture, and landmarks during your journey with engaging commentary onboard.
Convenient travel experience: Hop on and off as often as you like with regular departures throughout the day for stress-free sightseeing.

Auckland Harbour Scenic Sightseeing Cruise

Relaxing harbour cruise: Cruise through Auckland Harbour and enjoy scenic views of the city skyline, Harbour Bridge, waterfront landmarks, and surrounding bays.
Live commentary onboard: Learn about Auckland’s maritime history and landmarks from the local crew during the journey.
Indoor and outdoor viewing areas: Choose between comfortable indoor lounges or open-air decks for uninterrupted sightseeing and photos.
Flexible sightseeing experience: Enjoy a relaxed cruise atmosphere with onboard snacks and drinks available for purchase.

What to bring

Auckland Harbour Scenic Sightseeing Cruise

Bring your camera, binoculars, jacket and seasickness medications.

What’s not allowed

Auckland Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Large pieces of luggage are not allowed onboard. However, you can carry small bags like handbags and backpacks onboard the bus.

Accessibility

Auckland Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Most buses are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. Please contact the operator in advance of your trip to ensure they can best accommodate your needs.

Auckland Harbour Scenic Sightseeing Cruise

This cruise is wheelchair accessible.

Dogs can travel for free when accompanied by a fare-paying passenger. They are allowed inside the cabin but must be kept in a suitable crate, cage, or pet carrier.

Official service dogs are exempt and can stay outside a carrier. There is also designated seating available on the outdoor decks for passengers travelling with pets.

Additional information

Auckland Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Red Inner Tour

First bus: 9am from stop #1 (Downtown Auckland)

Last bus: 4pm from stop #1 (Downtown Auckland)

Frequency: Approx. every 30 mins

Popular stops: Holy Trinity Cathedral, Parnell Village, Bastion Point, and SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium

Summer Bonus Blue Tour (Oct to Apr)

First bus: 9am from stop #1 (Downtown Auckland)

Last bus: 4pm from stop #1 (Downtown Auckland)

Frequency: Approx. every 30 mins

Popular stops: Wintergardens, Mt. Eden/Maungawhau & Eden Park/Kingsland

Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Auckland Harbour Scenic Sightseeing Cruise

Facilities: toilets, fully licensed cafés, WiFi, power points, luggage racks and bike racks.

Children below 14 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Customers must arrive prior to the departure time and board the vessel promptly. Gates will close at least two minutes prior to the departure time.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.