Discover New Zealand's City of Sails 10-day Auckland Tour; here is exactly how you can be ready for a fantastic journey through New Zealand's city of Auckland. The city has harmoniously put together breathtaking natural beauty, rich culture, and exciting adventures into a well-planned itinerary for discovering Auckland's untold stories and the greatest attractions in the country's largest city.

Day 1: Welcome to Auckland!

Arrival in Auckland, New Zealand's lively experience to the stunning landscapes. Arrive in Auckland, check into your 5-star hotel and stroll down Queen Street, soaking up the lively atmosphere, browsing the high-end boutiques. Stop by Aotea Square to admire some of the great street art. You can enjoy dinner on top of the Sky Tower, sunset views and dinner at the restaurant on top of the Sky Tower are delightful for your taste buds with spectacular views.

Estimated Budget: $ 150 (Food and entry to Sky Tower)

Day 2: Exploring Culture and History

Auckland's vibrant culture opens up with a guided walking tour of the city's central business district. Historic landmarks and stunning architecture unfold all along the way to the Auckland Art Gallery-with rich collection juxtaposition of international and Maori art. The Auckland War Memorial Museum ensures an amalgamation of New Zealand's enthralling past with modern times. Take a ferry ride to Devonport to find pretty waterfronts and quaint shops.

Estimated Budget: $100 (entrance fee for the museum and ticket of the ferry, food expenses)

Day 3: Visit the Wineries on Waiheke Island 

Take a day trip to Waiheke Island - vineyards of world-class quality and stunning beauty. Visit the award-winning Mudbrick Vineyard for a morning of wine tastings overlooking the panoramic Hauraki Gulf across the country. Enjoy further wine tastings as well as lunch over local produce at Cable Bay Vineyard. Afternoon at leisure at Onetangi Beach then back to Auckland with the memory of wine and sun.

Estimated cost: Ferry ride, wine tastings, and meals - $200.

Day 4: Thrills at West Coast Beaches

Head west to the picture-perfect Waitakere Ranges, where misty rainforests meet rugged coastlines. Get your adventure started at Piha Beach, black sand, and excellent surf conditions make it famous all over the world. Then take a scenic walk to the pretty Karekare Falls, a hidden treasure surrounded by native bushland. Wind down over dinner at a local café, filling up once more in the serene beauty of the West Coast.

Approximate cost: $80 (traveling and food)

Day 5: Day trip to Rotorua

Drive through the most world-famous geothermal region - the beautiful lands of Rotorua. Explore Te Puia Geothermal Valley, features of majestic landscapes, world-famous geysers, and bubbling mud pools. Learn about the distinctive culture of the Maori with a guided tour and enjoy an entertaining performance of traditional dance and music. Back to Auckland under cherished memories of geothermal wonders and cultural riches.

Estimated Cost: $150 (registration fee, food and transportation)

Day 6: Off to Hobbiton

End early for Hobbiton, a magic movie set that features in the grand Lord of the Rings trilogy. Be sure to visit a quaint village, take photos in front of the characteristic Hobbit holes, and end it all with a cool drink at the Green Dragon Inn. Return to Auckland, watching the countryside go by on the way back. Return to your hotel over dinner after a day of discovery.

Approximate Price: $200 (tour and food)

Day 7: Visit to Rangitoto Island Explore

Take the ferry to this still-alive volcano wonder with great views and pretty flora. Take a hike to the summit and enjoy panoramic 360-degree views of the Hauraki Gulf and the islands nearby. Take your breath away with lava caves and have a marvelous picnic supper on the beach as the sun sets.

Estimated Budget: $70 (ferry and meals)

Day 8: North Shore Chill Day

Drive out to Takapuna Beach on the beautiful North Shore to spend a laid-back day at the beach. Swim, sunbath or stroll on the golden sand. Browse the local handicraft in Takapuna Market and sample street food. Dine at the restaurant at the side of the beach, with an awesome view of the sunset.

Estimated Cost: $60 (food and transport)

Day 9: Bay of Islands - Magic Bay

Visit the Bay of Islands, an aquatic wonderland said to be abundant with marine life. Take a cruise to get a view of Hole in the Rock as frolicking dolphins play on waves along the way. Wander around the historic town of Russell, said to be the first capital of New Zealand, and head back to Auckland full of coastal adventure memories.

Approximate Budget: $200 (tour and meals)

Day 10: Farewell Auckland

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at Mission Bay with views of the coastal scenery along Tamaki Drive. Alternatively, spend your last few hours in Auckland doing some last-minute shopping at Sylvia Park or Newmarket just for that special souvenir to remind you of your trip. End your day in Auckland with wonderful memories of your New Zealand adventure.

Estimated Cost: $100 (food and transport)

Estimated Cost Distribution

Accommodation —-$1,000 - $2,000

Food —-$400 - $600

Activities/Entry Fees— $700 - $900

Transportation—-$500 - $700

Total—--------$2,600 - $4,200

Experience this fantastic, culturally diverse, activity-packed yet nature-filled 10-day Auckland.