Devonport Explorer Tour Vulkanen, erfgoed en culturele bezienswaardigheden

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Devonport Explorer Tour Vulkanen, erfgoed en culturele bezienswaardigheden is een 1 u 15 min tour in kleine groep in Waiheke-eiland, Nieuw-Zeeland, aangeboden door Devonport Explorer Tours. Reizigers geven het een 5,0 uit 5 op basis van 10 beoordelingen op Viator en Tripadvisor. Prijzen vanaf € 20,78 per persoon, en gratis annuleren is mogelijk. Inbegrepen: Local guide with live commentary, Air-conditioned vehicle.

Snelle feiten

Duur

1 u 15 min

Groep

Kleine groep, maximaal 20 reizigers

Talen

English

Ophalen

Verzamelen op het startpunt

Bevestiging

Directe bevestiging

Reizigers

1–20 per boeking · volwassene verplicht

Leeftijden

Kind 0–14 · Volwassene 15–120

Annuleren

Gratis annuleren (zie voorwaarden)

Opties & beschikbaarheid

• Devonport Explorer Tour (Volcanoes, Heritage and cultural sites)

  vanaf € 19,88

  Dagen:

  Elke dag

  Starttijden:

  09:30

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Tijden en prijzen komen uit de actuele planning van de aanbieder en worden bij het boeken bevestigd.

Overzicht

Programma

1. Stop 1 · 20 min

   Meet your guide at the Devonport Ferry Terminal bus stop at the designated time. The Ferry Building is situated at the Devonport waterfront with restroom facilities , local shopping and dining options. If you arrive earlier than your booked tour you are directly opposite the main village and shopping attractions.
   Your guide will give a full introduction to the history of Devonport and provide a detailed commentary. Leaving the Ferry Building we will make our way along King Edward Parade a popular Auckland Esplanade viewing heritage homes and local landmarks with interesting history. An explanation of local timbers used in particular our native Kauri wood unique for it's famous durability.
   View The Devonport Yacht Club one of New Zealand's oldest .
   We view the Tainui Memorial introducing the arrival of the Maori Waka / canoe and their local history.
   Travel into Torpedo Bay home of the Navy Museum .
   Make our way to the Volcanic headland North Head (Maungauika)

2. Stop 2 · 15 min

   As we make our way onto the Northern side of Maungauika / North Head we will experience a view overlooking Cheltenham Beach and the Hauraki Gulf. We will disembark the coach on Northern side and take in a spectacular view looking across to Rangitoto Island Auckland's youngest Volcano. The Māori residents of this site are said to have viewed it's most recent eruption some 250 years ago.
   The volcanic feature or Maunga was settled by the local people since the arrival of the Tainui Waka.
   View the sailing playground that held the America's Cup Regatta with a changing panorama of boating activity all year round maybe your guide will point out a secret fishing spot. As we are positioned directly on the entrance to Auckland's inner Waitemata Harbour we also have an opportunity to explore 1885 fortifications built to defend Auckland, often referred to as Auckland's doorknob all shipping in and out of Auckland must pass this area a great place to view our cruise ship arrival and departures.

3. Stop 3

   The coach will briefly stop to view the historic Tearooms today known as McHughs of Cheltenham built over 100 years ago from native Kauri timber. Interesting local history relating to Victorian bathing and activities.

4. Stop 4 · 15 min

   Travelling via Narrow Neck Beach the original stagecoach route we will pass the Waitemata Golf club and heritage homes . As we make our way towards Mt Victoria / Takarunga we will pass one of New Zealands oldest Cemetaries and travel the road to the Tihi parking just below to respect its cultural significance to the local people. Making our way to this point passing through native Pohutakawa trees ( our nz christmas tree ) and glimses of the City skyline. On arrival we will have 360 views of Auckland City and Harbour. Understand why this was the site of the flagstaff directing early Auckland's shipping. View an 1880s Disappearing canon , views of Auckland Harbour Bridge and the Volcanic Cones of Auckland.
   Before departing and returning to the village have your photo with Auckland's best skyline backdrop as a reminder of your visit.
   The coach will then travel down into the village pointing out local galleries and amenities returning to the ferry Building or dropping nearby.

Ontmoetingspunt

Beoordelingen van reizigers

Goed om te weten

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Annuleringsbeleid

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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