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Panoramic view of Auckland’s waterfront with modern skyscrapers, the Sky Tower and boats on the harbor.

Auckland, New Zealand

Cruises from Auckland, New Zealand

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Things to do in Auckland

Cruises from Auckland kick off in a city that refuses to be ordinary — a place where volcanoes rise from parks, islands dot the harbor and black-sand beaches wait just beyond the skyline. Scale the Sky Tower for sweeping 360-degree views, then explore Viaduct Harbour’s seafood joints and flat whites-with-a-view. Ferry to Waiheke Island for vineyard strolls and golden coves or venture farther to Great Barrier Island, where the stars steal the show.

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  • Aerial view of Waiheke Island with lush green fields, scattered homes and bright turquoise water under clear skies.

    Explore Waiheke Island — New Zealand’s ‘island of wine’ — for vineyard tastings, golden beaches and oceanfront views.

  • Remote sandy beach on Great Barrier Island with rolling waves, rocky outcrops and dense green mountains in the background.

    Take a day trip to Great Barrier Island, an International Dark Sky Sanctuary known for its stargazing, hikes and off-grid charm.

  • Aerial view of Mount Eden’s grassy crater with Auckland city skyline and harbor in the background.

    Hike Auckland’s volcanic peaks, like Mount Eden or Rangitoto, for unbeatable views and some lava-tinged bragging rights.

  • Aerial view of a green, rocky headland jutting into the Tasman Sea with smaller offshore islets and coastline in the distance.

    Visit Auckland’s wild west coast — think Tasman Sea waves, black-sand beaches and gannet-covered cliffs that feel lightyears from the city.

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Shore excursions to explore in Auckland

Don’t stress over planning—experience the best Auckland has to offer, stress-free, with Princess shore excursions. We’ll handle the details so you can relax and soak it all in.

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  • Front view of the Auckland War Memorial Museum, featuring neoclassical architecture with columns, a cenotaph and a historic cannon in the foreground.

    Best Of Auckland: City Drive & Maori Performance at Museum

    Explore downtown Auckland’s greatest hits — from heritage buildings to sky-punching towers — then head to the Auckland War Museum for a culture shock (in the best way). The live Māori performance ends with a haka that might shake your spine loose. Big energy, big pride and big-time storytelling in one of New Zealand’s most iconic spots.

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  • Dark cave ceiling dotted with countless glowing blue-green lights from bioluminescent glow worms.

    Waitomo Glow Worm Grotto

    Take a glowing detour into New Zealand’s underground fantasy world, where bioluminescent worms light up ancient cave walls like a silent star show. Drift by boat through limestone halls, visit the acoustically perfect ‘Cathedral,’ then swap darkness for daylight and home-cooked hospitality at Crosshills Farm. It’s three hours each way — but trust us, it’s worth every minute.

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  • Aerial view of Piha Beach in New Zealand with Lion Rock, black sand shoreline, ocean waves and surrounding green hills and houses.

    Piha Bush & Beach Eco Tour

    Slip into the lush side of Auckland with rainforest trails, black-sand beaches and a soundtrack by native birds. This eco-adventure swaps cityscapes for giant ferns, thundering surf and tree-lined paths in the Waitakere Ranges. Snap some wild coastline views, dig your feet into Piha’s iconic volcanic sand and feel like you just walked into another world.

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  • Boats and yachts docked outside the National Maritime Museum in Auckland, New Zealand, with turquoise harbor waters and modern waterfront buildings.

    Local Connections: National Maritime Museum & Harbour Cruise

    Anchors aweigh for a full-tilt dive into Auckland’s nautical roots. Tour the National Maritime Museum, home to tales of Polynesian navigators and America’s Cup champs. Then cruise the Waitematā Harbour — past yachts, under bridges and into Auckland’s maritime heart. If you're lucky, you might even get to steer the thing. No license required, just a little nerve.

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  • View of Auckland city skyline from Mount Eden, showing the Sky Tower, modern high-rises and the harbor in the distance.

    Weta Workshop Unleashed & Auckland Highlights

    Monsters, mayhem and movie magic — all served with a side of Auckland skyline. This half-day adventure takes you past beachy bays and into Wētā Workshop Unleashed, where Oscar-winning magic-makers let you peek behind the fantasy curtain. Think trolls, creatures and freaky props galore, with enough interactive weirdness to make your jaw drop and your inner nerd dance.

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  • Vineyard rows on Waiheke Island with green hills, trees and the sea visible in the distance under a partly cloudy sky.

    Zipline Adventure

    Waiheke Island isn’t just about wine — it’s where you clip in and soar over forest canopies like a caffeinated falcon. Fly across three ziplines, take a bushwalk through regenerating native forest and learn how this slice of paradise is being protected for the long haul. Bonus: killer views, brag-worthy thrills and the kind of nature that sticks with you.

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As you begin your Australian cruise, Auckland greets you with a skyline of sailboats, volcanic peaks and a cultural blend that’s equal parts Māori pride and European flair. Sometimes called the ‘City of Sails,’ this harbor-hugging city hums with energy — and stepping aboard here means launching into a voyage full of South Pacific wonders and sun-soaked Australian coastlines.

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Discover Auckland with Princess Cruises

Framed by sparkling harbors and ancient volcanic cones, Auckland is a city that knows how to balance buzz and beauty. Māori heritage runs deep here, coexisting with sleek cafés, cutting-edge galleries and a love of the sea you can feel in every direction. From rainforest trails to skyline views, it’s a place that feels alive at every turn. Princess Cruises deepens your experience with thoughtfully crafted itineraries, immersive shore excursions and all the comforts of shipboard life — turning your departure from Auckland into the perfect start of something unforgettable.

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Aerial view of a secluded beach with dark sand, turquoise waves and steep green cliffs surrounding the shoreline.

Discover New Zealand’s rugged west coast, where lush green cliffs meet the crashing waves of a black-sand beach.

Auckland harbor with yachts docked in front of modern buildings and the Sky Tower standing tall against a bright blue sky.

Soak up skyline views where Auckland meets the sea.

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Cut through the world’s waterways and experience the planet’s most exciting coastlines from a sea-side perspective; our fleet is your luxury-and-entertainment-packed transport to adventure.

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Step aboard any Princess® ship and discover your new favorite way to travel. Each vessel is a floating playground of flavor, comfort and top-deck experiences. Enjoy freshly prepared local dishes, Broadway-caliber entertainment, oceanview fitness and wellness studios, family programming and beds so comfortable they’ve won awards. 


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