4hr Shore Excursion - History and Tasting Tour FREE Kiwifruit Tasting

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4hr Shore Excursion - History and Tasting Tour FREE Kiwifruit Tasting

2 Adults x $54.86

$109.72

Approx Total

$109.72

Pickup included

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Air-conditioned vehicle
Port pickup and drop-off
Live commentary on board
Hand picked Tea, Kiwifruit and Avocado produce tastings
Local driver/guide

Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
You do not get to pick fruit from the orchard. Samples will be provided.

Overview

Departs 10:00am (Subject to cruise ship docking times). Enjoy this 4 Hour boutique tour of Tauranga. Picking you up from right outside the Tauranga port gates the local guide accompaning you will serve as your expert, connecting you with the natural beauty, history, culture, industry and people of Tauranga. See amazing views, beautiful beaches, historical sites, orchards and experience the taste of our world-renowned Kiwifruit and Avocado industries and sample teas sourced locally and from around the world. At the completion of the tour your guide will transport you back to the port gates. - RUNS OCTOBER TO APRIL ONLY

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Pickup details

Meet at the WICKED WANDERS sign board on the grassy mound directly opposite the port gates. ... Read more ▼

Itinerary

Mount Maunganui

Your driver/guide will take you on an interesting journey through the different aspects of life in Tauranga. From the forming of the landscape, the arrival of man and the founding of the city, through to the different produce grown in the province and what modern life is like in the area. Departing from the port gates you will travel through Mount Maunganui township past Mauao the iconic landmark mountain and one of New Zealand’s most popular beaches "The Mount Main Beach" home of surfing, professional beach volleyball and surf lifesaving competitions.

1 hour
Tauranga

Crossing over the Tauranga harbour bridge you will go through the Port of Tauranga and hear about how industry has shaped Tauranga to be the busiest port in New Zealand and see stunning views of the harbour and Matakana Island. In Tauranga you will see some of the earliest European settlement buildings in New Zealand, beautiful gardens and hear about the settlement of Maori and Europeans in the Bay of Plenty, creating the city of Tauranga as it is today.

1 hour
Minden Lookout

Leaving Tauranga, you will head west to the foothills of the Kaimai Ranges to see stunning views of the area with a stop for lunch, some shopping and an opportunity to taste handpicked teas sourced locally and from around the world. A short drive will take you to a Kiwifruit orchard where you will hear about the Kiwifruit industry, sample its fruit including the famous gold kiwifruit, see Avocado trees, hear how this amazing tree produces one of the worlds super foods and sample some of the local avocado produce. Afterwards we head back to Mount Maunganui to finish the tour in time for you to return to your ship.

2 hours

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Limited Mobility aid accessibility - Please discuss with tour operator at time of booking.
Passengers must be able to embark / disembark with minimal assistance.

Free Cancellation

May 31100% refund

June 01No refund

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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 109 reviews with 5 stars

Wicked!

Published on Feb, 2025

Very interesting, lots of history. Guide certainly knows his stuff. Russell was fun and gave us plenty of time in each stop to do photos and absorb the atmosphere.

Historic Tauranga

Published on Feb, 2025

Russell was so professional and his knowledge of Tauranga and its history superb. The mini bus was air conditioned and comfortable, and his commentary clear through the p.a. system. So refreshing to be able to hear and understand every word! He guided us around the city of Tauranga and its sights, telling us of missionaries, soldiers and Māori battles, and then out to Te Puna to a Kiwi fruit farm, where we admired the abundant fruit growing on vines, and learnt about their cultivation. We heard of yellow and red Kiwi fruit, and will watch out for them in supermarkets - they are yet to ripen and be available this year. There can be no better experience of a taste of Tauranga!

Great experience

Published on Jan, 2025

Had a great time, Emile was a great guide. Very informative and friendly. Really knowledgeable about local plants, birds, etc. Wonderful tour, highly recommend Emile as a guide.

A great experience bring the area to life.

Published on Jan, 2025

Russel is a highly organised tour operator with a wealth of knowledge that he is able to share with appropriate humour.

A relaxing trip

Published on Jan, 2025

A fantastic trip, nice tour guide, great information, enjoyed the taste testing and the sights of the area out of the way of other tours

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