A unique opportunity to experience sailing an America's Cup grand prix racer. Become part of the crew and be encouraged to take the helm, exert energy on the grinders or simply sit back and enjoy the action as you sail down the Auckland Harbor.

The America's Cup is the world's oldest and most prestigious sporting trophy and ultimate yachting regatta. Usually the domain of billionaires and elite professional yachties, NZL 40 and NZL 41 offer the unique opportunity for everyone to participate sailing on these grand prix racing machines. With the America's Cup being sailed here in 2000 and 2003, no trip is complete without experiencing the real Auckland, 'City of Sails'.

There are two sailing options available - choose to join a two hour sailing experience or a three hour match race (begins October).

• Individual 2 hour Sailing Experience: An unforgettable two hour sailing experience. A unique opportunity to participate as crew on an actual America's Cup yacht. Take the helm, exert energy on the grinders or simply sit back and enjoy the ride as we sail the beautiful Waitemata Harbour.

• Individual 3 hour Match Racing: For the ultimate thrill join the crew and participate match racing America's Cup style. Your three hour experience begins in the Viaduct Harbour where you will meet the crew and go through a short race and safety briefing. The yachts then depart the Viaduct Harbour and after a period of practice, the action really starts, when we line up in the pre-start and compete head to head. Sailings subject to weather and minimum numbers apply. No experience necessary.

Flights must arrive between 6:00am to 10:00pm. Operating 7-days a week, Airbus provides Auckland's best value airport transfer service. Airbus offers service departing every 20 minutes to and from the airport, and to and from key city center locations. It's the cheapest airport transfer service and calls in at most major hotels and backpackers in Auckland City every 20 minutes, and every 30 minutes after 6pm.

Travel from Auckland International Airport to your central Auckland accommodation. Airbus operates 7 days a week, 365 days a year for your convenience and calls in at most major hotels and backpackers in Auckland City every 20 minutes, after 6pm every 30 minutes. Simply submit a booking online and the transfer will be confirmed immediately. You will be provided with a travel voucher to present to the driver upon arrival.

Airbus is the only bus service in Auckland with real time transport information. Global Positioning Systems (GPS) tracks the buses and that information is used to ascertain exactly where the Airbus vehicle is. That information is then used to determine when the bus is scheduled to arrive at your stop. This information is communicated to via the Airbus electronic sites at key accommodation pickup points.

Airbus drops off at the bus stop closest to hotel lobby; click on "view map" below for the airbus route.

Cruise over New Zealand's Harbor Bridge with views across the Waitemata Harbor. Experience the unique sights and sounds of New Zealand with the wind in your hair, on roads ideally suited to motorcycle touring. This specialized tour is a cruise, not a race and operates within the highest of safety standards.

Mt Eden, enjoy panoramic views of the city skyline from this dormant volcano, once home to an ancient Maori tribe. Then visit the Auckland War Memorial and Domain. You then ride onto the charming Parnell Colonial Village with its abundance of Cafes and Galleries and historic Judges Bay.

Ride along the Pohutukawa lined Tamaki Drive on the edge of the Waitemata Harbor to the very affluent suburbs of Kohimarama and Mission Bay before returning back to base.

This tour is fully guided and will give you plenty of opportunity to stop along the way so you can capture the beauty on film for an everlasting reminder of what New Zealand is all about.

Flights must depart between 4:35am to 9:55pm. It's the cheapest airport transfer service and calls in at major city locations Auckland every 20 minutes, and every 30 minutes after 6pm. Operating 7 days a week, Airbus provides Auckland's best value airport transfer service. Airbus offers service departing every 20-minutes, to and from the airport and to and from key city center locations.

Travel from your central Auckland accommodation to the Auckland International Airport. Airbus operates 7 days a week, 365 days a year for your convenience and calls in at most major hotels and backpackers in Auckland City every 20 minutes, after 6pm every 30 minutes. Simply submit a booking online and the transfer will be confirmed immediately. You will be provided with a travel voucher to present to the driver upon arrival.

Airbus is the only bus service in Auckland with real time transport information. Global Positioning Systems (GPS) tracks the buses and that information is used to ascertain exactly where the Airbus vehicle is. That information is then used to determine when the bus is scheduled to arrive at your stop. This information is communicated to via the Airbus electronic sites at key accommodation pickup points.

Airbus drops off at the bus stop closest to hotel lobby; please click on "view map" link below for the airbus route.

See first hand why Auckland is known as the "City of Sails" as you enjoy a tour through the Westhaven Marina, home to thousands of yachts and also through the America's Cup Village. Visit the famous Auckland landmark of Mount Eden, a dormant volcano whose summit offers excellent panoramic views of the city and harbors. From this fantastic vantage point, see evidence of Auckland's volcanic history, including the youngest volcano of Rangitoto Island at the entrance to the Waitemata Harbor.

The sightseeing tour also takes in the Auckland Domain, the city's oldest park which is situated on a 62,000 year old volcano. In addition to these natural features, the city sights tour also takes in the trendy shopping area of Parnell Village with its historical buildings that have been transformed into boutiques, antique, craft and specialty shops. Your tour will then take you along the scenic waterfront route of Tamiki Drive before returning to downtown Auckland.

This mornings tour is also available with the following options:

• Entry to the Kelly Tarlton's Antarctic Encounter and Underwater World
  Experience King and Gentoo Penguins then travel through the Underwater World and come face-to-face with giant stingrays and ferocious sharks!

• Entry to the Kelly Tarlton's Antarctic Encounter and Underwater World and Devonport
  Step under the city and into the sea with a visit to Kelly Tarlton's, then venture across Auckland's beautiful harbour and immerse yourself in Devonport's unique heritage, wide range of restaurants, cafes, beaches, art galleries and shopping.

• Entry to the Kelly Tarlton's Antarctic Encounter and Underwater World and Fullers Harbour Cruise
  Escape the city and cruise the sparkling waters of Auckland's beautiful harbour. Harbour highlights include historic Devonport, the harbour bridge and the NZ Naval base.

Ideal for the first time visitor, this comprehensive scenic tour of Auckland will introduce you to all the must-see sights and attractions. Escorted by a local guide; from land and at sea and from such great heights,  you'll come to appreciate why Auckland is known as the City of Sails.

View the famous Auckland landmark Mt Eden. From this fantastic vantage point you will see evidence of Auckland's volcanic history. See Auckland Domain - the city's oldest park, situated on a 62,000 year old volcano with fabulous views of the harbor and across to Rangitoto Island. Visit the shopping area of Parnell Village with its historic buildings that have been transformed into boutique, antique, craft and specialty shops.

Continue onto Kelly Tarlton's Antarctic Encounter and Underwater World and see King and Gentoo penguins on your snow cat ride through the Antarctic Encounter. In the Underwater World come face-to-face with giant stingrays, moray eels, schools of fish and sharks. All these creatures are only centimeters away, on the other side of the unique acrylic underwater tunnel.

The Native New Zealand Encounter Show at Auckland Zoo will showcase New Zealand's unique wildlife.

Next stop is the famous Waitemata Harbor. Enjoy a cruise aboard a Pride of Auckland sailing yacht. Sit back, relax or try your hand at sailing. Complimentary tea or coffee and homemade muffins are included.

Finish your Auckland experience at the top of the Sky Tower. At 328 meters (more than 1000 feet), it's the tallest building in the Southern Hemisphere. On a clear day it offers breathtaking views for more than 80 kms in every direction.

Tour Highlights include:

• The American Express Viaduct
• Mount Eden
• Parnell Village
• Kelly Tarlton's Antarctic Encounter&Underwater World
• Auckland Zoo
• Sailing - Pride of Auckland sailing yacht
• Sky Tower

Experience the adventure of Bungy in Auckland with our 40 meter Bungy Jump from the Auckland Harbour Bridge. This unforgettable 40-minute experience involves jumping from the purpose-built jump pod suspended over the sparkling Waitemata Harbour. As part of the Bungy, you'll enjoy an exclusive bridge walk to the "Bungy Pod".

Auckland is home to the worlds first Harbour bridge Bungy Jump and is operated by the Bungy originals. As part of the Bungy experience you'll enjoy an exclusive bridge walk out to the specially-constructed and sensationally-suspended retro "Bungy Pod". It's here you'll build up the courage to leap out over the Waitamata Harbour.

The Ultimate Challenge is Bungy, go from nervous to completely elated in five seconds. 99% of clients say it's the best thing they have ever done. Once airborne take time to enjoy the views of the Harbour, that is if you can keep your eyes open long enough. There's a variety of Bungy options available with the optional 'water touch' being the favorite. You won't be able to capture the true spirit of Auckland without giving this Bungy a go.

Famous For:

• New Zealand's only Harbour bridge Bungy
• Variety of Bungy methods
• Water touch option
• The fastest way of getting to see Waitamata Harbour

Here's your chance to be Spiderman as you climb aboard Auckland's Harbour Bridge. In just 90 mintues you'll traverse the walkways accompanied by a local guide, while Auckland's incredible sights are showcased below you. Don't miss this exhilarating experience suitable for all fitness levels. It's the ultimate high!

Step onto a dynamic bridge which has grown up with New Zealanders. Stylishly converted paths make for an easier trip, with ladder-like walkways and kindly curving arches adding to the thrill of being 67 meters (200 feet) above the water. Well informed guides share the bridge's colorful secrets, amazing architectural features and the myth and legend surrounding this New Zealand landmark.

And way above it all, stretching into the distance, the 360 degree views from the bridge's summit are a spectacular reward. Magnificent picture postcard views of a bustling harbor, island landscapes and vibrant city skyline make Auckland Bridge Climb truly the ultimate high"!

Auckland Bridge Highlights Climb:
The Highlights Climb is a swifter, yet still action-packed bridge climbing experience for those a little shorter on time. Lasting just under 1 hour, but featuring the same full access as the longer climb, as well as a guided tour, and of course, the amazing views of city and sea.

Enjoy afternoon tea under sail on Auckland's beautiful Waitemata Harbour while on board a Pride of Auckland yacht. You are able to sit back and relax while listening to an informative commentary on the sights of the city. This is an experience you will treasure forever.

The Captain will welcome you on board and take you through a brief introduction of the cruise accompanied by a safety briefing. Upon departure the yacht motors through Auckland's Viaduct Harbour, in wet weather afternoon tea may be served below decks at Westhaven Marina. Listen to an informative commentary on the history of the Viaduct and the Americas Cup bases.

Once you have enjoyed afternoon tea the crew set the sails to cruise Auckland's beautiful Waitemata Harbour taking in sights such as the Auckland Bridge, Westhaven Marina, Devonport (Auckland's oldest suburb) along with sweeping views of the city. You have the option of helping the crew sail the yacht or just sit back while listening to an informative commentary on the sights.

Enjoy afternoon tea under sail on Auckland's beautiful Waitemata Harbour while on board a Pride of Auckland yacht. You are able to sit back and relax while listening to an informative commentary on the sights of the city. This is an experience you will treasure forever.

Enjoy afternoon tea under sail on Auckland's beautiful Waitemata Harbour while on board a Pride of Auckland yacht. You are able to sit back and relax while listening to an informative commentary on the sights of the city. This is an experience you will treasure forever.

The Captain will welcome you on board and take you through a brief introduction of the cruise accompanied by a safety briefing. Upon departure the yacht motors through Auckland's Viaduct Harbour, in wet weather afternoon tea may be served below decks at Westhaven Marina. Listen to an informative commentary on the history of the Viaduct and the Americas Cup bases.

Once you have enjoyed afternoon tea the crew set the sails to cruise Auckland's beautiful Waitemata Harbour taking in sights such as the Auckland Bridge, Westhaven Marina, Devonport (Auckland's oldest suburb) along with sweeping views of the city. You have the option of helping the crew sail the yacht or just sit back while listening to an informative commentary on the sights.