Private tour in Auckland Louise Y
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**Awarded Local Legend By ToursByLocals** for South and Central Asia & Oceania! Kia ora. I would love you to spend some time with me as we explore Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland) and beyond. I grew up on a farm, attended the small local country school, went to high school in Auckland and have lived mostly in Auckland. I will share the sights, secrets and tastes of New Zealand's largest city with you. As your private tour guide you will see the best sights and my favourite spots where you can enjoy the nature, history and culture of a city built on more than 50 dormant volcanoes. Whether you choose to walk or be driven you can be assured it will be at an enjoyable pace. I'm very flexible so you can always suggest or change something as we go. Just relax, have a great day out and enjoy discovering the real New Zealand with me. I have been working with international visitors for about 30 years and have lived and worked overseas. I love travelling and making friends. I'm a great believer in Slow Travel, having a local experience and taking away lots of good memories. Free Wifi available while you are with me. Ka kite ano New Zealand Passenger licence, Current First Aid Certificate, NZ ProGuides member, CELTA - Certificate English Language Teaching Adults, Kiwihost programme Vehicle has COF, TSL and I have a P endorsement on my licence.
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Maori called Auckland Tāmaki Makaurau meaning Isthmus of One Thousand Lovers, and I want you to find out why. Walk on the land where terrific battles, reclamation and excavation have all left their scars on our beautiful city. We weave our way through narrow streets, enter buildings to see the architecture and design features. Explore Takutai Square, unique urban space and the Britomart Precinct. See the remaining Kauri (wood) bricks which were discovered during the restoration and have been preserved. This area is a careful, beautiful development with open spaces, retail, & dining and every art piece has an interesting story. Venture further to Albert Park and Toi o Tāmaki, Auckland Art Gallery. I will show you my old shop, where my kids played on the streets and how the area has become so trendy! Wander back streets to the waterfront exploring the newly developed and restored harbour front as we make our way back to Queen Street and onto the wharf for views, art and history. We finish downtown
We had a tour with Louise and it was fabulous. She knows Auckland inside and out, and customized the tour on the fly — pointing out architectural details for my husband, who has a particular interest in art, sculpture, and stone construction. Her deep knowledge of Auckland gave us tremendous insight into the city and its rich Māori heritage. She has a great sense of humor and couldn't be easier to spend an afternoon with. Strongly recommend!
We had such a wunderful experience with louise walking around in this beautiful city. She did really a great job. We enjoyed every minute.
Louise provided a fantastic walking tour of the city, with great stories. As a longtime local, she was able to provide great insights.
Louise was warm, very knowledgeable about Auckland. Highly recommend her!
I just arrived in New Zealand from Canada (first time ever here), and was hoping to experience Auckland through the lenses of a knowledgeable and passionate local. That is exactly what I got and more. Louise was able to devise a last minute itinerary based on my interests - and according to the weather! A rich moment packed with history, geography, language, and culture. The personal experiences and viewpoints she shared also helped me build an experience away from stereotypes. I only wish I had more time learning from her.
We spent 2 days with Louise - this was our first day and the day we actually arrived in the country from the U.S., so just a LITTLE jet-lagged, and we'd highly recommend walking around in the sunlight as a cure for the sleepies! Throughout the day we learned a ton about the history of Auckland and New Zealand, how the city footprint changed over the years (LOTS of land reclamation), the volcanoes (not sure how she possibly remembers all those names!) and a bit about the flora and fauna (much more of that on day #2). GREAT guide and if you can pull it off, two days is better than one!
- Our first introduction to Tāmaki Makaurau will be 2 fine examples of both our European heritage and Maori heritage. - We explore the Britomart Precinct with its newly restored heritage buildings, history, and development. A fabulous area for cafes, restaurants and shops. Once a thriving portside trading area that more recently fell into disrepair and has been revitalised, including a Saturday morning farmers' market and the new Commercial Bay shopping centre. - Stop nearby for morning coffee and then take a gentle walk to Albert Park and the Auckland Art Gallery, Town Hall and Civic centre . -Walk side streets and Queen Street and explore the harbour front. The area has been redeveloped recently from a commercial fishing base to a people friendly vibrant precinct. - Cross the Te Wero bridge, connecting Wynyard Quarter to the Viaduct Harbour, opening and closing to allow access for the large yachts moored here. If you would like to customise this tour please let me know as this is easy
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Comfortable walk with lots of stops
Auckland, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
Meet at the Maori statue opposite the Ferry Building. He has a commanding position right at the bottom of Queen Street
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