If you’re looking for the perfect combination of city life and an escape to nature, you might consider booking a cruise from Auckland. Situated on the North Island of New Zealand, Auckland features great weather, excellent food, wine, and shopping opportunities, and interesting Polynesian culture. There are plenty of incredible ways to spend time in Auckland. Whether you’re interested in kayaking, boating, hiking, wine tasting, beachgoing, or shopping, you are certain to find something you love doing in this fabulous port city.
There are many incredible cruise lines that feature cruises from Auckland! Among the most popular cruise lines are Celebrity Cruises, Crystal Cruises, Cunard Line, Holland America Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, Princess Cruises, and more (for a complete list, please click on the "Cruise Lines" tab above). Cruises out of Auckland will take you to a number of fabulous destinations, including South America, the South Pacific, Antarctica, Asia, and Australia/New Zealand. There are also a bunch of World Cruises that begin in Auckland, as well as a few Repositioning cruises. Cruises from Auckland can be as short as 3-nights and as long as 108-nights, with many different lengths to choose from in between! Many cruise lines also offer cruises that include Auckland within their itineraries, rather than starting their itineraries in Auckland.
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These are just a few of the more popular tourist attractions in Auckland, along with a brief description:
♦ Sky Tower
For the best views of Auckland, you might consider visiting the Sky Tower before or after your cruise. If you’re simply looking for a breathtaking perspective, you’ll love the chance to climb over 700 feet in the sky for 360-degree panoramic views. Adrenaline junkies can take their experience one step forward by signing up for the SkyJump (where you jump by wire and plunge from 629 feet in the air!) or SkyWalk (walk along the tower’s edge while strapped into a harness). Plus, the Sky Tower features three restaurants, a café, gift shop, and casino at its base. You can truly make a whole day of this attraction!
♦ Rangitoto Island
Rangitoto Island is a dormant cone-shaped volcano that’s just a quick ferry ride from downtown Auckland. You can hike the island’s summit (which will bring you over 800 feet above sea level), and even partake in a guided tour where you can learn about native birds and wildlife. For a truly romantic excursion, you might even plan a sunset kayak tour off the coast of this breathtaking harbor!
♦ Auckland War Memorial Museum
Make some room in your vacation for history and culture by stopping at the Auckland War Memorial Museum. This is where you can go to learn more about New Zealand’s natural and military history. You can admire numerous photographs, paintings, works of art, and fascinating exhibits during your visit. There is also a war memorial that is dedicated to those who lost their lives during WWI and WWII.
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