ABERCROMBIE & KENT pre-cruise EXTENSION
FROM - TO
AUCKLAND - NEW ZEALAND
AUCKLAND - NEW ZEALANDDURATION
4 DAYS
PRICE
FROM $5,200 *
DATE
FEB 28, 2027
Discover New Zealand's cultural heritage and coastal beauty on this luxury escape through Auckland and the Mahurangi region. Immerse yourself in Maori traditions, kiwi spotting, sample the best food and wine and experience this stunningly scenic destination both on foot and in the air.
Highlights:
- Tasting a variety of local honeys, including the renowned manuka honey
- Connect with Maori culture through traditional performances, storytelling and a hangi feast
- Create your own appellation at a memorable wine blending and tasting experience
- Search for New Zealand's iconic kiwi during an expert-led evening walk through Tawharanui Open Sanctuary
DAY
1
ARRIVE AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND
AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND
Arrive in Aukland and transfer to your hotel in the heart of the city’s Central Business District. Settle in and take some time to relax or explore the city’s boutiques and vibrant waterfront atmosphere.
DAY
2
AUCKLAND — LOCAL HONEY AND MAORI CULTURE
AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND
After breakfast, journey north to the Warkworth Honey Center for tastings of New Zealand’s renowned honeys. Continue to the Te Hana Cultural Center for an immersive Maori cultural experience, featuring a traditional powhiri welcome, kapa haka performance, guided village tour and authentic hangi lunch. Arrive at your hotel with time to relax before for dinner at Ocean Restaurant, where seasonal cuisine and spectacular Pacific Ocean views create a memorable evening.
DAY
3
AUCKLAND — HANDS-ON WITH WINE
AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND
Following a relaxed morning, journey to the Matakana wine region for lunch and a hands-on wine blending experience at Matakana Estate. Learn the art of wine tasting before creating and bottling your own personalized blend. Return to the resort for an early dinner by the picturesque Mahurangi river. After dinner, venture into Tawharanui Open Sanctuary for a guided kiwi spotting experience, exploring native forest by red torchlight in search of New Zealand’s iconic kiwi bird.
DAY
4
DEPART AUCKLAND
AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND
After breakfast, depart Te Arai Links and travel to Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail for a scenic sculpture walk through vineyards, native forest and outdoor art installations. Have a relaxed lunch featuring fresh seasonal produce before continuing to the North Shore airfield for a spectacular scenic flight over Auckland. Take in aerial views of Rangitoto Island, Motutapu, the Auckland skyline, Sky Tower and Harbour Bridge while learning about the region’s history. Following your flight, take a brief Auckland city tour. Then, head to the port where you join the cruise ship.
THIS ITINERARY IS AVAILABLE FOR THESE VOYAGES
* Prices are per person, double occupancy for the itinerary as published, and subject to availability. Supplements may apply during high season and holiday periods, festivals, special events and due to high demand. Internal and international air excluded.
