Waitangi Treaty Grounds Tour from Auckland
Step into the birthplace of modern New Zealand on this full-day group tour to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds - where history, culture, and nature unite in a powerful and memorable experience.
Your day begins with pickup from Auckland CBD and a scenic drive north through rolling countryside, past native bush and charming towns, toward the stunning Bay of Islands. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided tour of New Zealand’s most significant historic site, where the Treaty of Waitangi was signed in 1840. Explore Te Kōngahu Museum, with its moving stories and interactive Treaty exhibits, and visit Te Rau Aroha Museum, which honours the military service and sacrifice of Māori.
A traditional Māori cultural performance brings the experience to life through haka, song, and storytelling. You will also see Ngā Toki Matawhaorua, the world’s largest ceremonial waka.
After this enriching journey into Aotearoa’s heritage, return to Auckland CBD with lasting insight into New Zealand’s identity.
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Waitangi Treaty Grounds Tour from Auckland
What's included in Waitangi Treaty Grounds Tour from Auckland
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Waitangi Treaty Grounds
You will enjoy a guided tour of the Treaty Grounds, experience a captivating Māori cultural performance, and explore one of New Zealand’s most significant historical sites
Te Kongahu Museum of Waitangi
Te Kōngahu Museum of Waitangi offers a powerful and engaging journey through New Zealand’s history. Located on the Treaty Grounds, it features multimedia exhibits, rare artifacts, and interactive displays that bring the story of the Treaty of Waitangi to life.
Te Aroha
Te Rau Aroha – Museum of the Price of Citizenship is a contemporary, immersive museum at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds (opened in 2020) that explores the sacrifices made by Māori since 1840 in war—particularly highlighting the Pioneer Battalion and the 28th (Māori) Battalion—with interactive galleries and a reflective memorial inscribed with thousands of names to honour their service.
Inclusions
- Professional Driver / Guide
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- WiFi on board
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Auckland City Center
- All entry tickets & guided tours
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Infant seats must be requested at least 24 hours in advance (extra charges apply).
- A minimum of 4 people is required for the tour to operate.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Additional Information
- Please advise your hotel at the time of confirming the booking in the 'additional info' area. - Please note that exact pick-up time & location details will be advised to you the day prior once the driver's schedule has been finalized. -On the day of the tour, our guide will pick you up from the main entrance door of the hotel, and you will be able to recognize him easily by his full uniform displaying our company logo.
Meeting / End Points
- Address: 71 Mayoral Drive, Corner Vincent Street, Auckland Central, New Zealand - 1010.
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Ticket Redemption
• Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
