TAURANGA City & Scenic Sightseeing 2-hour Local Bus Tour
Overview
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2 hours
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The Ultimate 2-Hour Tour of Tauranga & Mount Maunganui!
Jump on for a quick, fun-filled ride exploring Tauranga and Mount Maunganui’s hidden gems! Kick off with a scenic drive around the Mount, cruise over the Harbour Bridge, and check out cool spots like the Elms Mission House and Old Post Office. We’ll pass by lush kiwi and avocado orchards before heading to the Scenic Lookout – your perfect photo stop with epic views of the Coromandel and White Island.
After the tour, you’ll have free time to wander the charming shops, cafes, and beaches of Mount Maunganui or take a stroll along the stunning Mauao or the main beach!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The total duration of this tour includes transportation or travel time
Times may vary or alter to suit the arrival of the cruise ship
Gold Qualmark Tour Operator
Tour Name: City & Scenic Sightseeing 2-hour Local Bus Tour (red desk inside the port)
Our buses pick up just outside the cruise ship passenger exit, on the road. The exact location can vary depending on council instructions that day, so please head to our big RED FLAG and wait there. One of our team members will guide you to your bus.
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This tour is only offered on cruise ship days, as it’s specifically scheduled to align with cruise arrivals.
Qualmark Covid Clean approved
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Mount Hot Pools
*. Return here after your tour - 10 min walk from ship * Trip Advisor Hall of Fame, Gold Qualmark & NZ PoolSafe. This iconic open aired hot ocean water pools treats your body, soul and mind. Outdoor spas with massage jets & large relaxation pool with shoulder spouts 39 degrees, active pool to cool off or swim 33 degrees, children's pool with mini slide and fountains, indoor private pools and onsite massage therapy. Accessibility friendly facility. As far back as 500BC, Hippocrates recognized the health benefits of warmed seawater to rebalance and detoxify our bodies. Salt water bathing was believed to improve mobility by easing muscle/joint aches and pains. A natural escape in the heart of Mount Maunganui. Soak in our Hot Ocean Water Pools, followed by an onsite massage for ultimate relaxation.
Mt Maunganui Main Beach
Drive around Mount Maunganui township and alongside one of the ‘best beaches’ in the world, Mount Main Beach is beautiful and showcases some stunning beach front houses and amazing views!
What‘s Included
NOTE: Vehicle size may vary on busy days 18-40 seats
NOTE: Outside the passenger exit - check your tour time for location.
Complimentary Wi-Fi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
* The tour includes only one stop at the lookout with drive-by visits to other locations
Driver/guide with local knowledge, fun & informative commentary throughout
Photo stop at the lookout (and Harbour Drive time permitting)
Driver Gratuities
No toilet on board vehicle
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TAURANGA City & Scenic Sightseeing 2-hour Local Bus Tour
Reviews
145 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tauranga coach trip
peterhW6077PH,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The trip gave a reasonable overview of Tauranga, though the sites were pretty underwhelming. The commentary was quite interesting, but at the back of the bus I couldn't hear it very well. Still, I thought the trip was good value.
Great Tour Guide
LindaW1957,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Luise was a safe driver and a wonderful tour guide, both informative and entertaining.
Disappointed it was a...
Carla P,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00Disappointed it was a large bus and it only stopped once for us to take pictures. We couldn’t see much from our side of the bus
Do this tour. You won’t be disappointed.
Y1247GQcarolw,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Came of Crown Princess and saw friendly lady with a flyer for this 2 hour trip. Lucky us. Bought some tickets. Luisa was the Bus Driver. What a Gem. She can sure drive a Bus up a Mountain. Informative and taught us a Māori song to sing with her. DONOT get the other Bus company. They don’t park at the top of the Mountain and we saw people trying to walk up to the Lookout from where they parked. Luisa made us feel we had acquired a little bit of Māori knowledge.🩷
Brilliant...book ahead
Heather U,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Really well organised! The driver/guide is a man who loves his job. We had a great time ❤️. We learned so much about Tauranga.
Excellent 2hr tour
Dianne L,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great 2 hour tour that covered quite a bit of the area. Louise was our driver/guide, she is very knowledgeable about the area and even taught us a Mauori song. Highly recommend.
Your round Tsuranga
Claire S,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Louise was great very quirky & funny sang us a song & later we all joined in. Explained tge history of Tauranga really fun & interesting.
unforgettable tour arround Mount Maunganui Tauranga
Passport03605328252,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Luise the driver, very funny lady, sings beautiful folk songs, talks like a friend, unforgettable tour arround Mount Maunganui Tauranga in a sunny day. Definitely worth a second tour... 司机路易斯，非常有趣的女士，唱着美丽的民歌，像朋友一样说话，在一个阳光明媚的日子里，在茂格努伊陶朗加山周围度过了难忘的旅程。绝对值得再来一趟……
A good tour of the city...
Nicola W,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00A good tour of the city by a knowledgeable guide. However, we were put on a 52 seater coach (which was full) used for school runs and was really quite uncomfortable. There is only 1 stop for about 10 minutes so it’s a long time sitting on very hard seats with limited leg room.
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Climber607707,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a lively funny tour with one mad lady Louise who sang to us and told us all about local history . We had a gorgeous trip
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