Auckland & Waiheke Island Holidays

New Zealand's biggest and most populated city (although, perhaps surprisingly to some, not its capital) has a delightful balance of bustling urban atmosphere paired with open green spaces and scenic walks and beaches just a stone's throw away. Auckland is small enough to be explored on foot, and it's one of the best ways to discover this diverse city. If you are searching for a cultural experience, there are a whole host of art galleries and museums to explore and navigate, and afterwards you'll be rewarded with an array of cosmopolitan cafes, restaurants and bars. Let us not forget the icon of Auckland's skyline – the Sky Tower, the tallest of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere. It should be on everyone's list to visit, whether you are looking to Sky Walk around its perimeter, bungee jump off the side, tuck into to dinner with a view in its cafe or simply take in the best view of the city.
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Auckland & Waiheke Island holiday ideas

A few suggestions to get the holiday planning process started

  • One Country New Zealand – Auckland – Whitianga – Rotorua – Queenstown

    A Family Adventure Across New Zealand - Volcanic Wonders, Maori Traditions & Alpine Thrills

    Go big on family fun with two weeks of action-packed adventures in New Zealand

    15 days, from £4000 to £4750

  • One Country New Zealand - Auckland - Tongariro - Abel Tasman - Fiordland

    New Zealand from Top to Tail - Auckland to Queenstown

    Buckle up for this epic 18-day road trip through New Zealand’s North and South Islands

    18 days, from £4000 to £5450

  • One Country New Zealand – South Island – North Island

    The Grand Tour of New Zealand - A Romantic Road Trip Across Both Islands

    Dial up the romance on a three-week road trip across New Zealand’s South and North Islands

    23 days, from £5550 to £7350

  • One Country New Zealand – Auckland – Taupo – New Plymouth – Kapiti Island – Marlborough Sounds – Twizel – The Catlins – Glenorchy

    Off The Beaten Track in New Zealand - A Road Trip Across the North and South Islands

    Venture off the beaten track on this three-week road trip across New Zealand, from Auckland on the North Island to the Catlins Coast on the South 

    23 days, from £6500 to £8000

  • One Country New Zealand – South Island – North Island – Fiji

    New Zealand and Fiji - Adventure & Relaxation in the South Pacific

    Combine the highlights of New Zealand’s North and South Islands with the ultimate Pacific dream in Fiji

    18 days, from £6950 to £9000

  • One Country New Zealand – North Island – South Island – Auckland – Cooks Beach – Rotorua – Waipara – Lake Tekapo – Queenstown

    A New Zealand Honeymoon - Romantic Retreats, Alpine Adventures & Geothermal Wonders

    Kick off married life with a two-week road trip around New Zealand’s North and South Islands

    17 days, from £7200 to £9350

  • One Country New Zealand – Auckland – Waiheke Island – Napier – Blenheim – Marlborough Sounds – Queenstown

    Vineyard Voyages - A Wine Tasting Tour of New Zealand

    Sip your way through New Zealand’s most iconic wine regions on this 18-day trip from Waiheke Island to Queenstown

    18 days, from £9800 to £12700

  • One Country Australia – New Zealand – Melbourne – Tasmania – Adelaide – Flinders Ranges – Auckland – Wellington – Abel Tasman – Queenstown

    Australasia Nature Sabbatical - An Epic Adventure Down Under

    Hike, bike and paddle your way through Australasia on this thrilling 44-day sabbatical from Melbourne to Queenstown

    44 days, from £12450 to £16150

  • One Country New Zealand – Auckland – Taupo – Hawke's Bay – Queenstown – Lake Pukaki – Christchurch

    The Ultimate New Zealand Adventure - Hikes, Helicopters & World-Class Wines

    Whisk yourselves away to New Zealand for two weeks of natural wonders, cultural curiosities and gourmet goodness

    16 days, from £17750 to £23050

Auckland & Waiheke Island Guide

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Reasons to Visit New Zealand

Heading out of the city centre, if you want another amazing view of the city you can walk up Auckland's highest natural point – Mt Eden – a dormant volcanic cone. Once you reach the summit you will be able to take in the spectacular 360-degree view of the city. There are also islands and beaches dotted around the coast which make for great day trips or a couple of days exploration.

Just a hop across the water from Auckland is Waiheke Island, known as 'the island of wine', where you can enjoy boutique wineries and award-winning restaurants scattered around a pretty landscape. Only a 40-minute ferry ride away from downtown Auckland, you can easily see the highlights of the island within a day, or stay for longer and explore further afield. There are a handful of walking trails to enjoy, which wonder along cliff tops, down to beaches and then into native forests. Although you'll be able to see Auckland, you will feel worlds away amongst the vineyards and beaches.

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