Auckland Explorer
Spend 4, 5, or 6 nights in Auckland!
Welcome to Auckland! This vacation package brings you to the heart of Auckland's city center. Discover all of the top attractions on an included sightseeing tour, including the Auckland Harbour Bridge, Queen Street, Auckland Domain, and the Sky Tower! Visit the Auckland Zoo, Auckland War Memorial, and Cornwall Park. Adventure lovers can take a trip to Rangitoto Island, visit Mount Eden, or take a ferry to Devonport to experience more of the surrounding area!
What's Included
- Roundtrip economy class airfare to Auckland (AKL)
- Roundtrip airport transfers
- 4 nights in Auckland at the Stamford Plaza Hotel, or similar
- Auckland city tour with admission to Sky Tower (half-day)
- Breakfast daily
Helpful links for travel to New Zealand:
Great Ways to Explore
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Visit the Sky Tower during your Auckland city tour.
Stroll along Queen Street for shops, restaurants, and souvenirs.
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Take a day trip to volcanic Rangitoto Island for excellent hiking and biking opportunities.
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Visit the stunning Auckland War Memorial and learn about the city's history.
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Walk through Cornwall Park, visit Mount Eden, and take advantage of the opportunity to experience Auckland's natural beauty.
This 4-night vacation package allows you to experience Auckland as you please! Your vacation package includes a half-day city tour with admission to the Sky Tower. The rest of your time in Auckland can be spent however you desire! Auckland has much to offer in the way of Maori culture, picturesque panoramas, and culinary delights. Consider a day trip to Rangitoto Island, nature time at Mount Eden and Cornwall Park, and strolls along the waterfront! Shop along Queen Street and visit the Auckland Zoo for even more city fun! The possibilities are endless!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
- Roundtrip economy class airfare to Auckland (AKL)
- Roundtrip airport transfers
- 4 nights in Auckland at the Stamford Plaza Hotel, or similar
- Auckland city tour with admission to Sky Tower (half-day)
- Breakfast daily
Helpful links for travel to New Zealand:
-
Visit the Sky Tower during your Auckland city tour.
Stroll along Queen Street for shops, restaurants, and souvenirs.
-
Take a day trip to volcanic Rangitoto Island for excellent hiking and biking opportunities.
-
Visit the stunning Auckland War Memorial and learn about the city's history.
-
Walk through Cornwall Park, visit Mount Eden, and take advantage of the opportunity to experience Auckland's natural beauty.
This 4-night vacation package allows you to experience Auckland as you please! Your vacation package includes a half-day city tour with admission to the Sky Tower. The rest of your time in Auckland can be spent however you desire! Auckland has much to offer in the way of Maori culture, picturesque panoramas, and culinary delights. Consider a day trip to Rangitoto Island, nature time at Mount Eden and Cornwall Park, and strolls along the waterfront! Shop along Queen Street and visit the Auckland Zoo for even more city fun! The possibilities are endless!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Day 1. Welcome to Auckland!
Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel. Check in, freshen up, and begin exploring! Feel free to ask for a restaurant recommendation at your hotel to help get your trip kicked off on the right foot.
Transfer from Auckland Airport to hotel
Check-in - Stamford Plaza Hotel Auckland
Stamford Plaza Hotel Auckland is located just three blocks from the harbor and waterfront. Guests can expect comfortable rooms with free WiFi, bathrobes and slippers, coffee/tea making facilities, and more. The hotel offers a variety of dining options including Koa Restaurant, Kabuki Teppanyaki Restaurant, Grasshopper Thai Restaurant, and Koa Lobby Bar. Additional amenities include a swimming pool, fitness center, and meeting rooms.
Day 2. Auckland
Today you will experience Auckland through a city tour that culminates with a visit to the Sky Tower!
Once you have finished at the Sky Tower, spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Auckland city tour with admission to Sky Tower (half-day)
Experience the best of Auckland's city highlights with a half-day scenic tour, followed by a trip up the famous Auckland Sky Tower! Travel around the city centre and over the Auckland Harbour Bridge with its stunning views of the harbour and city skyline. Visit the Viaduct Harbour and Auckland's famous Queen Street, and enjoy the lush grounds of the Auckland Domain, the city's oldest park. Your tour will pause for morning tea (own expense) in charming Parnell Village, where historic buildings house an interesting range of boutique shops. The tour continues along the waterfront to the Michael Joseph Savage Memorial Park, named after a much-respected Prime Minister of New Zealand. With panoramic views of the harbour and beautiful formal gardens, it's a great spot to take photos. After a scenic trip back along Tamaki Drive to the city, arrive at Auckland's Sky Tower, the tallest man-made structure in New Zealand at 328 metres high. Prepare yourself for breathtaking 360 degree views from the observation deck of this Auckland landmark. On a clear day you'll be able to gaze as far as 80 kilometres in all directions – it's the perfect way to get to know the city of Auckland and its surroundings.
Please note there is no hotel drop-off service following the Sky Tower. You are at leisure to spend as much time at the Sky Tower as you wish.
Day 3. Auckland
Today, spend time in Auckland's city center. Stroll through Albert Park, grab a coffee at a cafe overlooking the water, and then souvenir shop along Queen Street. Trendy Ponsonby Road is filled with shops and restaurants, and is a great place to grab a bite to eat followed by a cocktail after a long day of sightseeing!
Day 4. Auckland
Today is your final full day in Auckland! Souvenir shop, try kumara wedges, and stroll through any remaining neighborhoods. Take a ferry over to Devonport for one last adventure, and dine on the waterfront!
Day 5. Depart New Zealand
Today, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight home!