Explore New Zealand's multi-cultural hive of energy, food, wine, culture and arts on this three-day city getaway!
Spread over twin harbours and volcanic hills, Auckland is both naturally and structurally beautiful. On this three-day Auckland trip, you'll spend some time exploring this populous city and you'll take a day trip to Waiheke Island for a gourmet food and wine experience. Explore New Zealand's multi-cultural hive of energy, food, wine, culture and arts on this three-day city getaway!
Spread over twin harbours and volcanic hills, Auckland is both naturally and structurally beautiful. On this three-day Auckland trip, you'll spend some time exploring this populous city and you'll take a day trip to Waiheke Island for a gourmet food and wine experience.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Welcome to Auckland
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Upon arrival in Auckland, you'll be transferred to your hotel in the vibrant precinct, Britomart, a vibrant shopping and entertainment centre in the heart of downtown Auckland. Surrounded by beautiful heritage buildings, it’s a neighbourhood of buzzing restaurants and cool bars, designer boutiques and quirky art spaces. The neighbourhood sits at the centre of a thriving food scene which makes for the perfect backdrop on the first night of your Auckland trip.
Accommodation
The Hotel Britomart★5 star
Activities
AucklandOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Auckland Airport to Auckland
Destinations
Auckland
Day 2
Gourmet Food & Wine Tour on Waiheke Island
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Today, you'll catch the ferry to Waiheke Island for a gourmet food and wine tour. You'll enjoy succulent fresh oysters, award-winning olive oil and other locally-produced speciality foods, accompanied by wines from the island’s top boutique vineyards. Your guide will provide an entertaining commentary along the way. You will visit an award-winning olive oil mill, followed by two vineyards, each offering a range of gourmet tastes to accompany their wines before returning to Auckland.
Accommodation
The Hotel Britomart★5 star
Activities
Waiheke Island
Ananda Tours Waiheke Island Gourmet Food & Wine Tour
Transportations
Ferry from Auckland to Waiheke Island
Ferry from Waiheke Island to Auckland
Meals
Lunch
Destinations
Auckland
Day 3
Explore Auckland & Viaduct Harbour
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Today is the last day of your Auckland getaway. You can use this time to catch the ferry to Devonport or you can stay in the city and head to the Viaduct Harbour, located in the heart of Auckland’s CBD. Viaduct Harbour boasts some of Auckland’s finest restaurants and bars. Regardless of where you dine, you can count on being seated overlooking the water, sipping on fine wine and enjoying mouth-watering dishes.
Activities
Viaduct HarbourOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Auckland to Auckland Airport
Destinations
Auckland
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What’s included?
2 nights accommodation
1 activity
1 lunch
Airport transfer
Ground transportation
What’s not included?
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entrance fees
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Licensed English speaking guides
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
Starting From
AU$ 822/ per traveller sharing
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Benefits of this trip
New Zealand in 3 days
5-star accommodation
24/7 in-destination support from your local designer
