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

4.3/5(298)

Vivienne I

Group

Verified booking

Jun 2026

Fantastic commentary, easy to find and wonderful, helpful people. Most impressive! The seats were comfortable and the whole ride was great. Highly recommend!

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.

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

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.

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.

Auckland Harbour Scenic Sightseeing Cruise

1.5-hour Auckland Harbour scenic sightseeing cruise

Experienced local skipper and crew

Live commentary

Indoor & outdoor seating

Auckland Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass

Access to Red & Blue routes

Audio commentary in English

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Louisa C
Solo
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Great commentary and wonderful and gelpful guides and drivers, highly recommend
Vivienne I
Group
Verified booking
Jun 2026
Fantastic commentary, easy to find and wonderful, helpful people. Most impressive! The seats were comfortable and the whole ride was great. Highly recommend!
Cassia S
Couple
Verified booking
May 2026
Having the audio guide only in English is not good enough. There should be more languages available with ear phones available. I also suggest an app to track the bus times or a website with information to better plan the drops on and off.
John M
Solo
Verified booking
Apr 2026
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.

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 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.

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.

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 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.

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.

Additional information

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.

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.

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.