hop-off bus pass and a scenic 30-minute flight back to Auckland for about $200. They also offer longer flights from the CBD, including wine tasting and a three-course meal, for around $300.

In addition, the basilica is often featured as a stop on hop-on, hop-off bus tours. Guided, approximately two-hour tours are available Monday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The basilica is ...