Bus Auckland to Tauranga

About Auckland: New Zealand's largest city, Auckland is a multicultural melting pot of South Pacific cultures. Straddling an isthmus between the Waitemata and Manukau Harbours, Auckland’s landscape is diverse with rainforest ranges to the West and dozens of dormant volcanic cones dotted around the region. A good urban bus network connects the city’s suburbs with the central city. Details on Auckland bus timetables can be found at maxx.co.nz. Auckland hosts many top sporting and music events throughout the year including the Big Day Out.

About Tauranga: Located at the entrance to one of the largest natural harbours in New Zealand and nestled beside the magnificent Mount Maunganui, Tauranga is home to 116,000.  The harbour hosts many cruise ship visits each summer and is popular with windsurfers, jet skiers and all those who love to spend their leisure time on the water.  Downtown Tauranga has several historically significant areas to view during a scenic walk around the area. The Strand waterfront area has undergone a major redevelopment in the past few years, and the changes include a children’s play area with water feature, seating areas and cultural artwork. The Strand area also has a number of cafes and restaurants plus a vibrant nightlife.