Stay Local Longer in Auckland

Upon arrival in Auckland you’ll be greeted and shown to your hotel. The remainder of your day is yours to spend as you will. Check out some Auckland highlights above for inspiration.

After breakfast, you will be taken to the local pier where you’ll board a ferry to Rangitoto Island, Auckland’s volcanic and most iconic island. Upon arrival, you’ll venture through rugged lava crop on board a 4WD road-train, while learning all about the 600-year-old volcano’s fiery past. Upon arrival at the base of the summit, enjoy a short climb to the very top for epic views. After, you’ll return to Auckland and visit the Sky Tower for more amazing views—this time over Auckland and Hauraki Harbor. The balance of the day will be at your leisure. Take a look at our list of city highlights for some inspiration.

Today begins with a drive outside of the city to the Waitakere Ranges and the West Coast of the North Island. Once you arrive, explore a pristine rainforest packed with 1000-year-old Kauri trees, stroll the black-sand beaches, and visit the mainland gannet breeding colonies on Muriwai Beach. After lunch, head back to Auckland for a ferry crossing to Waiheke Island where you’ll spend the afternoon trailing Waiheke Island’s renowned wineries, sampling some of the region’s best wines. After, you’ll head back to Auckland and your hotel. Dinner is at your leisure this evening.

Today, set out on a city tour of Auckland, taking in the highlights and hidden gems along the way. Sites visited include Volcanic Mt Eden, Cornwall Park, One Tree Hill, the Auckland War Memorial Museum & Domain, Parnell Rose Gardens, Parnell Village, and the historic Holy Trinity Church. The tour concludes at Bastion Point for panoramic views over Waitemata Harbour and the beautiful homes along Paritai Drive. As your Auckland adventure ends, you’ll be taken to the airport for your onward journey.