Results for Waiheke Island, Auckland, New Zealand

This itinerary outlines nine days of continuous adventure on the North Island of New Zealand. Spend a couple days exploring Auckland and the nearby islands, head out west for some black sand beaches and secret coves, hit up some insane hiking trails, and head to the east coast for some stunning beaches that draw the local crowds all summer. This itinerary is partially in hotels, but most of it is geared towards campervanning or rooftop tenting it through the North Island (that's what we did & LOVED it). It also includes a few hours of driving a day, and quite a few hiking opportunities (of course these can be substituted for other activities in the area). If you don't want to drive as much you could always spread the activities over more days, or skip your least favourite part to spend more time in the other areas ... but good luck trying to choose! Each day outlines activities to fill your day, how much driving, what to eat, where to stay, and other suggestions / information. This itinerary covers the following specific places: -> Auckland -> Waiheke Island -> Hobbiton -> Marakopa -> New Plymouth (Mt Taranaki) -> Tongariro National Park -> Lake Taupo -> Coromandel Peninsula -> Coromandel Forest Park & so much more! Note: if you're interested in doing both North and South Island in one trip, you should definitely consider purchasing our 3 week itinerary (found on our thatch home page) as it includes all of this same information & everything on the South Island!

One of our favourite parts about Auckland on the North Island of New Zealand was actually doing our own DIY day trip to Waiheke Island! Waiheke island is the perfect day trip for wine lovers (vineyards GALORE), beach bums, and adventurers. Check out our one day guide including all the information & links you need to day trip to Waiheke Island from Auckland.

This guide is for both Islands in New Zealand (the north and the south) for first time visitors who are taking their camper van throughout the islands with a few days in Auckland and Queenstown. It's a three week itinerary and includes the arrival and departure flight days (and has some suggestions for these days as well). It will go through (in detail!) every location we visited, the activities we did, the sites we camped up at, the restaurants we ate at (in between our camper van meals), what we learned about New Zealand and the camper van life whilst we were there, and other suggestions of what to do in the areas so you can alter your plans to fit what you want. Note that this itinerary includes two different camper van rental locations on each island, and flying between the two islands. But you could easily do the majority of this itinerary and just switch up a few days to drive between the two islands! This itinerary does have a decent amount of driving but its because we really wanted to PACK our itinerary to see as much of New Zealand and it's beautiful scenery whilst we were here. The main locations touched on are listed here (and we highly recommend all of them): -> Auckland (& Waiheke Island) -> West Coast North Island (Black Sand Beaches / Mt Taranaki) -> Tongariro Alpine Crossing -> Coromandel Peninsula -> Queenstown -> Milford Sound -> Wanaka (& Roys Peak) -> Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park -> Dunedin -> The Catlins If you're looking for a detailed guide that outlines your plan for each and every day, look no further!

Sip amongst the sights and scenes on Waiheke, whether you have a day or two there is plenty to do! This guide will help plan you transport there and around the island, wineries and activities. The guide also outline two days in Waiheke Island, with a breakdown of where to eat, drink and enjoy on Auckland's wine island.

Explore the wineries of Waiheke Island! We had the best day visiting Waiheke from Auckland. Here is how to make the most out of one day on the island with extra spots saved. We made it a long day and didn't get to visit all the spots we wanted to, so even better would be to spend the night on the island and have 2 days there! We focused on wineries and food, but there are beaches and other activities as well.

Welcome to Auckland, New Zealand! This travel itinerary includes a detailed 3-day weekend itinerary for a city that holds such a special place in my heart! Loaded with epic hikes, wine tasting, cultural experiences, and more - this guide blends touristy hotspots in the city with hidden local gems (that I learned to love from my time living in Auckland!) DETAILS: + complete hourly itinerary for a 3-day weekend in the Auckland area + recommendations for food, activities, transit + more + designed for someone who is going on a quick weekend trip to Auckland, or who is newly-based in Auckland & is looking to get stuck into the culture

Planning a cruise to Auckland and don't know what do in port? Here is a local's guide to the best sights, activities and tours in Auckland, from strolling the waterfront, bungy jumping to enjoying the local dining scene.

- Unlimited access to the interactive map - Unlimited access to detailed information - More than 200 things to do including accommodation, activities, attractions, beaches, mountains, hikes, some secret places and more... - Unlimited access to several types of suggested routes - Direct links to service reservation pages - Different itinerary suggestions depending on your interests. - Recommendations

A complete itinerary to enjoy the beautiful city of Auckland and its surroundings on a 5 day planned trip. A vibrant city nestled between two harbors and surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty. As you embark on your journey through this diverse and dynamic destination, you'll discover a blend of Maori and European cultures, a thriving food scene, and a wide range of outdoor adventures. From the iconic Sky Tower to the lush landscapes of Waiheke Island, Auckland offers something for every traveler. This itinerary provides tour recommendations, must-sees, hotel recommendation as well as some great restaurants .

Welcome to Auckland, New Zealand! This travel itinerary includes a detailed 5 day itinerary for a city that holds such a special place in my heart! After living here for a year, Auckland quickly grew to be one of my favorite cities + I'm so excited to be able to share this guide with you. Geared towards first timers visiting New Zealand, who will have an extended period of time in Auckland - this one will hit all the main must-see's and to do's, but will also make sure you get a good experience of local kiwi culture.

Many backpackers arrive in Auckland when they start their holiday. Most stay in hostels that are in the CBD area so I made this guide to point out general areas to check out. There's a mixture of nature, shopping areas, food spots, history and more. This guide shows the 20 of the best places or areas to visit in the Auckland Commercial Business District. There are 15 additional places to check out that are located outside the CBD area while you're visiting Auckland.

The Ultimate Summer Adventure! Explore the gems of both North and South Islands in this adventure-filled itinerary. In the North, we'll explore Auckland, Waitomo, and Rotorua. From there, we'll fly to South Island and roadtrip along the coast hitting Queenstown, Christchurch, and everything in between. YES- that's right. All in 18 days! What's included? - Budget friendly hotel accommodations - The best places to eat & drink - Where to go and what to see - Links to must-do excursions - A digital map of all locations - Travel with a mobile guide you can open on-the-go - Leave the planning to me and have a stress-free, unforgettable experience!

Discover the best of New Zealand in 5 weeks exploring the North and South Island🚍✨

Discover the extraordinary in the land of the long white cloud. Introducing my New Zealand Odyssey—an unparalleled journey that seamlessly blends nature's majesty, cultural immersion, and adrenaline-pumping adventures. Picture yourself exploring ancient Maori traditions under a starlit sky, venturing into the heart of the Southern Alps, and kayaking through pristine fjords. Immerse yourself in a world where innovation meets nature's wonders. In this guide, I’ve curated the perfect itinerary after years of living in and exploring all over New Zealand. Don't just visit New Zealand; experience it like never before with us. Your adventure awaits. Think different, travel different.

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All my favourite places on the North Island of Aotearoa New Zealand. I've narrowed it down to my top choices to give you some inspo. But I have a more extensive map on Google, with 200+ locations and colour-coded sections so it's easy to navigate. You can even save it to reference once you're on the road! Message me for FREE access. Details also on my blog: https://runawaytraveller.com/north-island-map-explore/

Discover the best of New Zealand in 5 weeks exploring the North and South Island🚍✨

If you're visiting the city for a quick trip, or are in Auckland for a few days at the start / end of your New Zealand vacation, here are some recommendations on what to do in Auckland! This includes our input on where to stay, where to eat, and activities in the city and day tours to do. This mini-guide has enough for a few days to up to one week of activities!