Cruises From
Auckland, New Zealand
If you seek abundant natural beauty and amazing outdoor adventures on your next holiday, nothing compares to New Zealand. A cruise departing from Auckland is an excellent way to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of this enchanting region of the South Pacific, but remember that there are also numerous attractions and activities to enjoy in Auckland before you embark on your vacation. Add some additional time before your cruise to explore this stunning, cosmopolitan center, which invites you with its vibrant café culture and a gastronomic scene acclaimed by food lovers, showcasing tastes from around the globe. Make your way to the 780-foot Sky Tower for breathtaking panoramas of the city. Alternatively, organize the perfect beach day — you can opt for serene white-sand beaches on the east coast, such as the well-known Pakiri Beach and Forestry Beach, or the west coast’s dramatic black-sand beaches, where the turbulent waters of the Tasman Sea form a haven for surfers.
National Language
English
Currency Accepted
New Zealand Dollar
(NZD)
Adrenaline Junkies
New Zealand is renowned for thrilling activities such as bungee jumping and Zorbing. While on your New Zealand cruise, experience an adrenaline boost by scaling the Auckland Harbour Bridge, and then take a bungee jump from it. Stroll around the exterior of the 630-foot-high Sky Tower. You can even base jump all the way down, soaring for 11 seconds at over 50 miles per hour.
LOCAL CUISINE
Boasting the highest coffee roasters per capita globally, New Zealand embraces a vibrant cafe culture. While there's discussion about whether Australians or Kiwis created it, enjoy a flat white as the kids indulge in fluffy milk topped with chocolate and marshmallow delights. Sail to Auckland and discover a trendy farm-to-table venue for pasture-raised lamb roast, or indulge in whitebait fritters or green-lipped mussels at a seaside seafood restaurant.
SHOPPING
Souvenirs featuring New Zealand's unofficial symbol, the silver fern, are sought after; rugby enthusiasts will desire items shaped like All Blacks' merchandise. Acquire some raw Manuka honey; numerous people think it offers health advantages. Children and the young at heart will adore anything featuring a kiwi bird.