Auckland Cruise Holidays

Auckland Cruises - Charming city, relaxed atmosphere, plenty of sights 

An Auckland cruise gives passengers the chance to experience life in the biggest city in New Zealand, and enjoy its extensive facilities and famously-relaxed lifestyle. Surrounded by volcanic hills, lush rainforests, fertile vineyards and gleaming white sandy beaches, an Auckland cruise offers a great combination of thriving city streets with an abundance of scenic natural landscapes. Located on the North Island, the harbour is a major hub for many cruise liners, with an Auckland cruise a popular feature on a New Zealand and Australia cruise.

 

A cruise to Auckland begins at the stunning Waitemata Harbour, a lively and attractive port close to the modern and cosmopolitan downtown area. There's plenty to see and do down on the bustling waterfront, with an Auckland cruise boasting excellent shopping and dining, as well as a wonderfully welcoming and friendly atmosphere. A great feature of an Auckland cruise is the proximity of some great natural landscapes that lie just outside the city, with scenic forests, lush vineyards, subtropical gardens and glorious beaches all easily accessible from the centre of town. Waiheke Island is a popular day trip on an Auckland cruise, home to fantastic beaches, a thriving arts and crafts scene, excellent wineries and great cafes and restaurants. Also of interest on an Auckland cruise are trips to the Sky Tower, for its spectacular views, the Auckland Museum, Queen Street for its shops and boutiques and the village of Devonport. With New Zealand a well-known haven for adventure tours and activities, an Auckland cruise also offers plenty for the intrepid traveller, such as cycling, quad biking, abseiling, bridge climbing, bungee jumping and kayaking.

 

An Auckland cruise features on many different itineraries, from a New Zealand and Australia tour, to a South Pacific journey or Southeast Asia voyage. Companies offering an Auckland cruise include Celebrity Cruises, Holland America, Regent Seven Seas, Princess Cruises, Oceania Cruises and Silversea.