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Best Of Auckland: City Drive & Maori Performance at Museum
Easy Activity
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU VISIT
Auckland Museum
The Auckland Museum is a neoclassical building overlooking the picturesque Waitemata Harbour. Since 1929, the Museum has served as place of remembrance for the many Aucklanders who have sacrificed their lives in war. It details New Zealand's involvement in both World Wars, as well as the country's peacekeeping efforts.
Maori Cultural Performance (at the museum)
Experience the Auckland Museum's cultural performance group "Haka Legend," which offers insight into Maori mythology, genealogy (whakapapa) and spirituality (taha wairua) during a stirring performance of traditional stories, chants and dances, culminating in the world-famous haka. You'll also have free time to view the exhibits chronicling New Zealand's experience in World War I and World War II. Highlights include an extremely rare Japanese Zero and a British Spitfire.
Auckland (city drive)
Nicknamed the "City of Sails," Auckland is one of the few cities in the world to have harbors on two different bodies of water. The waterfront location offers visitors and locals alike beautiful beaches, breathtaking scenery, and a temperate climate in addition to a cosmopolitan city just waiting to be explored. A diverse population brings an exciting blend of cultures to Auckland, and European, Asian and South Pacific influences are reflected in the city's architecture and cultural charm.
WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
A relaxed, narrated driving tour takes you past many major points of interest in Auckland, the largest city in New Zealand. Drive through the downtown area and note the contrast in architectural style: modern skyscrapers and restored Victorian buildings coexist in harmony. You'll see the colonial-style shops that line the charming streets of Parnell Village, an exclusive shopping district; Auckland's Sky Tower, the second tallest structure in the Southern Hemisphere; and dazzling vistas from a scenic viewpoint.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITY
No tour would be complete without a photo stop at a scenic viewpoint. Be sure to have your camera to commemorate the moment.
Points of interest
Auckland Museums
Auckland City and Surrounds
Schedule
Special Notes
Guests must be able to climb a few steps unassisted to board the transportation. The Auckland Museum is currently under-going renovations but remains open for cruise guests and the public. Tour order may vary. Motorcoach portion of the tour operates with a driver/guide. Photos taken at the museum must be for personal use only; tripods are not permitted. For security reasons backpacks and other large hand-carry items are not allowed into the museum.
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Easy Activity
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU VISIT
Auckland Museum
The Auckland Museum is a neoclassical building overlooking the picturesque Waitemata Harbour. Since 1929, the Museum has served as place of remembrance for the many Aucklanders who have sacrificed their lives in war. It details New Zealand's involvement in both World Wars, as well as the country's peacekeeping efforts.
Maori Cultural Performance (at the museum)
Experience the Auckland Museum's cultural performance group "Haka Legend," which offers insight into Maori mythology, genealogy (whakapapa) and spirituality (taha wairua) during a stirring performance of traditional stories, chants and dances, culminating in the world-famous haka. You'll also have free time to view the exhibits chronicling New Zealand's experience in World War I and World War II. Highlights include an extremely rare Japanese Zero and a British Spitfire.
Auckland (city drive)
Nicknamed the "City of Sails," Auckland is one of the few cities in the world to have harbors on two different bodies of water. The waterfront location offers visitors and locals alike beautiful beaches, breathtaking scenery, and a temperate climate in addition to a cosmopolitan city just waiting to be explored. A diverse population brings an exciting blend of cultures to Auckland, and European, Asian and South Pacific influences are reflected in the city's architecture and cultural charm.
WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
A relaxed, narrated driving tour takes you past many major points of interest in Auckland, the largest city in New Zealand. Drive through the downtown area and note the contrast in architectural style: modern skyscrapers and restored Victorian buildings coexist in harmony. You'll see the colonial-style shops that line the charming streets of Parnell Village, an exclusive shopping district; Auckland's Sky Tower, the second tallest structure in the Southern Hemisphere; and dazzling vistas from a scenic viewpoint.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITY
No tour would be complete without a photo stop at a scenic viewpoint. Be sure to have your camera to commemorate the moment.
Points of interest
Auckland Museums
Auckland City and Surrounds
Schedule
Special Notes
Guests must be able to climb a few steps unassisted to board the transportation. The Auckland Museum is currently under-going renovations but remains open for cruise guests and the public. Tour order may vary. Motorcoach portion of the tour operates with a driver/guide. Photos taken at the museum must be for personal use only; tripods are not permitted. For security reasons backpacks and other large hand-carry items are not allowed into the museum.